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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK5B
Date: Jul 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Seb Sha (ranked 1040 p4p, 140 weight class) and Mr Steel Penn (ranked 2719 p4p, 309 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Seb Sha! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Steel Penn 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: Sha (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Steel Penn stands and throws Sha's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sha (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Sha is looking to reverse the position.
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
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!
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sha is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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!
Steel Penn tries for a kimura but Sha is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sha manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sha (2) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn won't allow Sha to pass to mount.
Sha trying to control from Steel Penn's half guard. Steel Penn has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Sha wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Sha passes Steel Penn's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Steel Penn manages to get to full guard.
Sha trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sha 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: Sha (2) vs (7) Steel Penn
Steel Penn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sha pulls Steel Penn in to control the position.
Sha keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Sha has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sha (2) vs (10) Steel Penn
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controls the position from side control.
Sha is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sha stops Steel Penn from passing to mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Sha's face as Steel Penn controls the position.
Steel Penn wants to control but Sha is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sha is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Steel Penn working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sha wants to control but Steel Penn postures up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
A control attempt from Sha but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sha (2) vs (12) Steel Penn
Steel Penn forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Sha (2) vs (15) Steel Penn
Sha won't enjoy being in this position. Steel Penn looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Sha is tapping - it's over boys! Steel Penn picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
In his post fight interview, Mr Steel Penn started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK4B
Date: Jul 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dai Zexi (ranked 197 p4p, 26 weight class) and Mr Steel Penn (ranked 2702 p4p, 303 weight class). Zexi comes to the ring accompanied by BRADIO-Flyers. Mr Steel Penn 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 light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Dai Zexi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Zexi defends well and Steel Penn ends up having to push Zexi into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Steel Penn will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Steel Penn gets tackled into the ropes by Zexi. Zexi maintains the clinch.
Zexi gets underhooks to prevent Steel Penn's takedown attempt.
Dai Zexi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Steel Penn.
Zexi gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
I was talking to Zexi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Steel Penn lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zexi (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Zexi tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.
Zexi is refusing to be controlled, as Steel Penn sits in half guard.
Zexi is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zexi is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.
Zexi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn prevents Zexi from improving his position.
Steel Penn is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Zexi to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Steel Penn advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zexi (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Zexi trying his best to control but Steel Penn has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zexi (0) vs (7) Steel Penn
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Steel Penn looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Steel Penn wants to finish this one by submission but Zexi is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Steel Penn.
Zexi is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn fails to move to back control.
Steel Penn trying to control but Zexi is having none of it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Zexi 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.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura here.
Steel Penn is thwarting Zexi's attempts to control the position.
Zexi wants to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to stall here but Zexi recovers full guard.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Zexi keeps moving.
Zexi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
Zexi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Zexi controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Zexi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zexi (2) vs (7) Steel Penn
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Steel Penn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zexi controls the pace.
Zexi wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zexi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Zexi from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Zexi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel Penn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zexi passes into half guard.
Steel Penn has a hand on Zexi's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zexi takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zexi (5) vs (7) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is squirming around, avoiding Zexi's attempts to control the action.
Zexi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Steel Penn has managed to escape the submission attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Zexi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Steel Penn wants to control but Zexi is having none of it.
Steel Penn keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Zexi looking to control but Steel Penn is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Zexi with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Zexi trying to control but Steel Penn is having none of it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is wriggling around trying to escape.
Zexi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Steel Penn is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is squirming around, avoiding Zexi's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zexi moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Zexi (8) vs (7) Steel Penn
Steel Penn wants to escape the position.
Zexi tries to keep control of the position but Steel Penn is staying busy.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Zexi is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Steel Penn has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Zexi trying to control.
Steel Penn showing good submission defense here.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Zexi just sinks the hooks in.
Zexi is looking for the choke from the back position but Steel Penn is controlling his hands well.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn can't escape the position.
Steel Penn just trying to survive but Zexi is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Zexi has the hooks in. Steel Penn is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Zexi is trying to stick to Steel Penn's back but Steel Penn is turning into Zexi. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Zexi's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Steel Penn. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zexi (8) vs (9) Steel Penn
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zexi holds on and takes a little breather.
Steel Penn drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Steel Penn as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Zexi screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Steel Penn! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK2B
Date: Jun 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn (ranked 2646 p4p, 306 weight class) and Mozes Amaury (ranked 2149 p4p, 263 weight class). Amaury has chosen Vultures Fly as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Mozes Amaury!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Chris Downing and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn fails to land the takedown.
Amaury wants to counter the offense by Steel Penn and move into the clinch position.
Amaury forces Steel Penn back against the cage and clinches.
Steel Penn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Amaury fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Steel Penn tries to clinch there but Amaury circles away.
Amaury closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Amaury tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Amaury is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Steel Penn to keep the fight standing.
Amaury jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Steel Penn walks away with a smile on his face. Amaury gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Mr Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mozes Amaury.
Steel Penn takes the fight into the clinch.
Steel Penn wants to take the fight to the mat but Amaury manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn wants the takedown. Amaury is fighting it off but Steel Penn persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Amaury's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Amaury
Amaury has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Steel Penn should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Amaury has tightened it up now! Steel Penn should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mozes Amaury!
Mozes Amaury decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK1B
Date: Jun 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn (ranked 2620 p4p, 315 weight class) and Denubis Majere (ranked 1820 p4p, 238 weight class). Majere comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Man in Black 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 light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn closes the distance and pushes Majere back into the cage.
I was talking to Steel Penn's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Majere manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Majere looking for a sweep. Not yet Majere, not yet.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Majere has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Majere is keeping the position for now.
Steel Penn trying to control but Majere is working from the bottom.
Majere looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Majere swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Majere had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Steel Penn seems to have locked his on tight now - Majere screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Steel Penn, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 22, 2019 |
#R1#
No joy there for Lot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Steel Penn tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lot on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Mr Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Steel Penn moves into range and clinches up with Lot.
Lot fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lot tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
Steel Penn gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Lot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lot working for submissions but it's allowed Steel Penn to get to half guard.
Lot flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Lot moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Lot is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steel Penn is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Lot trying to strike off his back.
#SUB#
Lot looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Steel Penn passes into side control.
#SUB2#
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!
Steel Penn advances to full mount.
Lot is trying to reverse the position but instead Steel Penn has taken his back - oops!
Lot tries to roll but Steel Penn sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Steel Penn working for a choke but Lot is defending well.
Steel Penn keeps control of the position as Lot tries to break free.
#T2##SUB2#
Lot defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Steel Penn's arms.
Lot is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Lot has hold of Steel Penn's leg, trying to break free but it's let Steel Penn lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Lot is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Steel Penn throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
ADWGC Tokyo 3
Date: Mar 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shape Shifter (ranked 2278 p4p, 314 weight class) and Mr Steel Penn (ranked 3187 p4p, 406 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Shape Shifter! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Shigeki Fujiwara and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Steel Penn tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shifter swivels and escapes.
Shifter moves into range and clinches up with Steel Penn.
Steel Penn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shifter pulls his leg out and moves away.
Shifter gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shifter has Steel Penn pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Steel Penn manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Steel Penn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Shifter gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Shape Shifter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Steel Penn.
Steel Penn has Shifter pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shifter manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shifter stops a takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
Shifter turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shifter (4) vs (0) Steel Penn
Shifter happy to just control the position for now.
Shifter trying to control the action but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Shifter goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Steel Penn rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Shifter's guard! Nice work there by Steel Penn! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shifter (4) vs (2) Steel Penn
Shifter has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Shifter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Shifter controlling Steel Penn's posture.
Shifter is trying to keep Steel Penn in close.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Steel Penn passes Shifter's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Steel Penn is keen to just control but Shifter is a slippery customer.
Steel Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
Steel Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Shifter doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steel Penn.
Steel Penn is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura here.
Shifter is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shifter (8) vs (2) Steel Penn
Steel Penn can't escape the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Shifter looking to control but Steel Penn is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Steel Penn really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Shifter trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Steel Penn is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Shifter is looking to work his way around to Steel Penn's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Steel Penn 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.
Shifter performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Steel Penn moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Steel Penn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shifter is aware though and is defending well.
Shifter trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shifter is really struggling to control Steel Penn but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Shifter is stalling in the full guard.
Steel Penn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Shifter from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shifter defends it easily.
Shifter is pushing down on Steel Penn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Steel Penn is fighting to maintain full guard but Shifter has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Shifter looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Shifter controlling the action here.
Steel Penn preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Shifter is looking for a kimura here.
Shifter is just content to waste time from the top position. Steel Penn takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control the position.
Shifter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Shifter wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Shifter not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Shifter trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn has his feet on Shifter's thighs here. He's pushed Shifter off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Shifter screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mr Steel Penn!
A very excited looking Mr Steel Penn rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
ADWGC Rio
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn (ranked 3109 p4p, 397 weight class) and Konstantin Sokolov (ranked 1325 p4p, 206 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Konstantin Sokolov!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sokolov as he avoids it easily.
Sokolov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sokolov rushes Steel Penn and presses him up against the cage.
Steel Penn has picked Sokolov up - he's going for a ride! Steel Penn dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Sokolov
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.
Sokolov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Sokolov is trying to control but Steel Penn manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (0) Sokolov
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.
Steel Penn wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Steel Penn prevents Sokolov from getting the reversal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Sokolov turns into him and now he's in Steel Penn's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (2) Sokolov
Sokolov 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 (7) vs (2) Sokolov
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sokolov controls Steel Penn momentarily but Steel Penn frees himself.
Sokolov keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sokolov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Steel Penn has Sokolov in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (7) vs (4) Sokolov
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sokolov sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Steel Penn doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Sokolov 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 Steel Penn - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
ADWGC 3
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn (ranked 3025 p4p, 379 weight class) and Stan Judea (ranked 611 p4p, 90 weight class). Judea has chosen I want to be a woman - Monty Python as his entrance music. Mr Steel Penn had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Stan Judea!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Gregory Folan and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Judea shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Steel Penn but Steel Penn pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Steel Penn feinted with a counter takedown.
Judea moves into range and clinches up with Steel Penn.
Steel Penn stops a takedown attempt from Judea.
Steel Penn gets underhooks to prevent Judea's takedown attempt.
Mr Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stan Judea.
Steel Penn is pressed up against the cage. Judea has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Steel Penn down to the mat. Steel Penn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Judea keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Judea tries to keep at a distance but Steel Penn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Judea has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Steel Penn clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (4) Judea
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Judea is trying to stick to Steel Penn's back but Steel Penn is turning into Judea. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Judea's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Steel Penn. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (4) Judea
That's one minute gone in the round.
Judea wants to hit a switch here but Steel Penn passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Judea there! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (4) Judea
Steel Penn fails to move to back control.
Steel Penn tries to control but Judea wriggling away.
Judea is desperately trying to improve his position but Steel Penn has a good base and remains in mount.
Steel Penn trying to control but Judea is having none of it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (8) vs (4) Judea
Steel Penn is looking to control Judea but Judea is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Judea tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Judea is squirming around, avoiding Steel Penn's attempts to control the action.
Judea keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
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.
Steel Penn goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Judea turns into him and now he's in Steel Penn's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (8) vs (6) Judea
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Judea tries to pass.
Judea controls from within his opponent's guard.
Judea must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Judea doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Judea manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Judea tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Judea wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Judea defends it easily.
Judea tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Judea to get to half guard.
Judea trying to control from Steel Penn's half guard. Steel Penn has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Judea is sitting in close to Steel Penn's body. Steel Penn has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Judea is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Judea is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Steel Penn.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vito Mazzini (ranked 1853 p4p, 222 weight class) and Mr Steel Penn (ranked 2902 p4p, 0 weight class). Mazzini's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Fade To Black. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Vito Mazzini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Shirou Masuda and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn has closed the distance and engaged Mazzini in a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Mazzini has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Steel Penn wants the takedown. Mazzini is fighting it off but Steel Penn persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Mazzini's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mazzini (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Mazzini 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.
Mazzini bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (2) vs (2) Steel Penn
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Mazzini controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Steel Penn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mazzini defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn is looking to sweep but instead, Mazzini has passed into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mazzini slows the pace down in half guard.
Steel Penn gets back to full guard.
Steel Penn wants to hit a switch here but Mazzini passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Steel Penn there! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (5) vs (2) Steel Penn
Mazzini seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Steel Penn is holding on tight.
Mazzini controlling from mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Mazzini (8) vs (2) Steel Penn
Mazzini doesn't have the hooks in and Steel Penn manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (8) vs (4) Steel Penn
Steel Penn drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mazzini manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Steel Penn has Mazzini in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (10) vs (4) Steel Penn
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mazzini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mazzini manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mazzini defends it easily.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Mazzini from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Mazzini is stalling in the full guard.
Mazzini slips nicely into half guard.
Mazzini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Steel Penn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Mazzini is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn is not content to let Mazzini control the position.
Steel Penn won't allow Mazzini to pass to mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (13) vs (4) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is trying to reverse the position but instead Mazzini has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Mazzini (16) vs (4) Steel Penn
Mazzini is looking for the choke from the back position but Steel Penn is controlling his hands well.
Mazzini is looking to control Steel Penn but Steel Penn is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Mazzini has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Steel Penn's body.
I really don't envy Steel Penn right now.
Steel Penn showing good submission defense here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but not successfully.
Steel Penn is really stuck here.
A lull in the action here.
Steel Penn rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Well, if Mazzini is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini is looking to advance position but Steel Penn won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Steel Penn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mazzini 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: Mazzini (16) vs (6) Steel Penn
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn trying to control but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn won't allow Mazzini to sweep him here.
Mazzini keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn passes into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mazzini defends it well.
Mazzini wants to get back to full guard.
Mazzini is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Mazzini's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mazzini is holding on for now.
Steel Penn is keen to just control but Mazzini is a slippery customer.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
Mazzini is pressing down on Steel Penn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Steel Penn won't allow Mazzini to sweep him here.
Steel Penn slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (16) vs (9) Steel Penn
Steel Penn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mazzini keeps working.
Mazzini is looking to reverse the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mazzini, who protects the arm well.
Mazzini is trying to control Steel Penn's posture but Steel Penn avoids it.
Mazzini manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini manages to get to full guard.
Mazzini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mazzini dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (18) vs (9) Steel Penn
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mazzini is aware though and is defending well.
Mazzini slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (21) vs (9) Steel Penn
Mazzini moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mazzini (23) vs (9) Steel Penn
Mazzini controlling from mount.
Steel Penn is working to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn tries to lock up and control but Mazzini gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mazzini is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Steel Penn is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Mazzini (26) vs (9) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is really stuck here.
Steel Penn trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Mazzini tries to keep control of the position but Steel Penn is staying busy.
Mazzini trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Steel Penn doesn't escape.
Mazzini gets his hands free as Steel Penn looks to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Mazzini has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Steel Penn is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vito Mazzini!
An out of breath Vito Mazzini 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Steel Penn closes the distance and clinches.
Cartwright prevents the takedown attempt.
Steel Penn tries to score a body lock takedown but Cartwright shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Steel Penn has Cartwright pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cartwright manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Caidan Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Steel Penn.#TD2#
Steel Penn gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Cartwright wants to stand back up but Steel Penn manages to pass into side control.
Steel Penn prevents Cartwright from escaping the position.
Cartwright stops Steel Penn from passing to mount.
Steel Penn has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Cartwright!#SUB2#
Steel Penn has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Cartwright is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn 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:
ORC Submission Grappling 4
Date: Jun 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Helio Kimura (ranked 12851 p4p, 675 weight class) and Mr Steel Penn (ranked 3534 p4p, 362 weight class). Mr Steel Penn is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Helio Kimura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Radbod Blank and Albert Achterberg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kimura clinches up with Steel Penn and pushes him back against the ropes.
Steel Penn pulls guard effortlessly.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Kimura tries to pass.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Kimura controlling him for the moment.
Kimura pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kimura 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: Kimura (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Kimura is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kimura looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Steel Penn puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kimura looking for submissions off his back.
Kimura tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is figuring out what he wants to do next.
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.
Kimura is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kimura trying to get back to full guard but Steel Penn takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
Steel Penn trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kimura tries to improve his position but instead Steel Penn has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kimura (0) vs (8) Steel Penn
Kimura tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Kimura really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steel Penn trying to control but Kimura is having none of it.
Kimura wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kimura (0) vs (11) Steel Penn
Kimura trying to control but not successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeps control of the position as Kimura tries to break free.
Steel Penn is riding his opponent, not letting Kimura buck him off.
Kimura trying to control the action but Steel Penn just sinks the hooks in.
Steel Penn has the hooks in. Kimura is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel Penn gets his hands free as Kimura looks to control.
Kimura tries to roll but Steel Penn sticks to his back.
Steel Penn has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kimura's body.
Kimura rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Steel Penn prevents Kimura from improving his position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kimura wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Steel Penn controlling the action here.
Steel Penn is thwarting Kimura's attempts to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kimura makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kimura.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Kimura is keeping the position.
Kimura wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Kimura wants to control the position but Steel Penn says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kimura wants to control the action here but instead Steel Penn manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (0) vs (14) Steel Penn
Kimura regains half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kimura (4) vs (14) Steel Penn
Steel Penn looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kimura looking for the RNC.
Kimura is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Steel Penn defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Kimura struggling to keep hold of the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is persistently looking for the submission but Steel Penn is defending it well.
Kimura is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Steel Penn is defending well though. Kimura let's go of the attempt for now.
Will Kimura go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kimura has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Steel Penn has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is in bad spot here.
Will Kimura go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Steel Penn tries to break free.
Kimura just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kimura keeps control of the position as Steel Penn tries to break free.
Steel Penn defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kimura's arms.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn looking very determined here, making life difficult for Kimura.
Kimura is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Steel Penn is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Helio Kimura! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Cartwright tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Steel Penn steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cartwright.
A low kick from Cartwright is predictable there #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Steel Penn stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Cartwright rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Steel Penn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cartwright throws a head kick but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Steel Penn drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cartwright defends it well.
Cartwright tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steel Penn was well out of range. Poor timing from Cartwright.
Steel Penn feints the counter takedown.
Steel Penn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Steel Penn blocks a jab.
Steel Penn feints the counter takedown.
Cartwright ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Steel Penn blocks a head kick by Cartwright.
Cartwright cracks a nice hook into Steel Penn's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cartwright throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a shoot takedown. Cartwright fights it but they end up in guard. #SU2#
Steel Penn gets to his feet - Cartwright follows without any prompting. #T1#
Cartwright throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steel Penn tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A low kick from Cartwright is predictable there
and Steel Penn makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Cartwright lands with a nice body kick.
Steel Penn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cartwright throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steel Penn tries to counter with a clinch but Cartwright shakes him off and moves away.
Cartwright misses with a wild body shot.
And Steel Penn tries to counter it with a takedown but Cartwright pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Steel Penn works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#
It looks like Caidan Cartwright has been cut.
Cartwright swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Cartwright is breathing heavily.#SU2#
Cartwright is working an open guard so Steel Penn takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Cartwright misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel Penn stops Cartwright from standing up.
Cartwright has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SU2#
Steel Penn gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Cartwright throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU2#
Steel Penn stands up and waves to Cartwright to follow him.
Steel Penn walks into a left hand.
Cartwright misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Steel Penn drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cartwright defends it well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cartwright.
Cartwright throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Steel Penn decides to stand and escape the position.
Cartwright throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Cartwright feints and then cracks Steel Penn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Steel Penn down.
Cartwright lands with a cross. #CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Cartwright stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Steel Penn.
Cartwright misses the body punch #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into side control. Cartwright won't be happy with that.
Cartwright wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn is dominant here and he's now got Cartwright's back!#SU2#
Steel Penn stands up from back control! Strange decision that!
Cartwright misses with the combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cartwright misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a single leg into guard. Cartwright didn't expect that. #SU2#
Steel Penn stands up from Cartwright's guard - Steel Penn perhaps looking for a knockout.
Cartwright misses with a few strikes there.
#T4#
Cartwright thows a leg kick but Steel Penn checks it #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SU2#
Steel Penn stands up and waves to Cartwright to follow him.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel Penn drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cartwright defends it well.
Cartwright looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Steel Penn decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cartwright's guard.#SU2#
Steel Penn gets to his feet. Cartwright looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Steel Penn throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cartwright misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into side control. Cartwright won't be happy with that.
Cartwright is trying to buck Steel Penn off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SU2#
Steel Penn decides to take the fight back to the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Steel Penn dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cartwright looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cartwright throws a sloppy head kick
and Steel Penn counters with a straight right hand.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Steel Penn! Cartwright is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
FC 152:Strikeforce
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1#
A good leg kick by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick and Ripgut moves out of range easily.
Steel Penn tests Ripgut's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mr Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Steel Penn.
A counter left hand to the body from Ripgut misses its target.
Good standup being displayed there by Steel Penn as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn misses with a right hand
and Ripgut counters with a straight right hand.
Steel Penn misses with an uppercut
and Ripgut counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Steel Penn throws a good cross that connects.
Ripgut avoids the head kick by Steel Penn.
A counter left hand to the body from Ripgut misses its target.
Steel Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ripgut.
Ripgut throwing a counter right hand but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ripgut checks a leg kick.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ripgut counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Steel Penn misses with a leg kick
enabling Ripgut to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ripgut is looking for a counter combo.
Ripgut slips a jab and a cross from Steel Penn.
Ripgut went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Steel Penn throws a hook but Ripgut avoids it easily.
Steel Penn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Steel Penn scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Steel Penn is looking to land body kicks.
Steel Penn scores with a nice right hand.
Steel Penn throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ripgut counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Ripgut cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Steel Penn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Steel Penn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Steel Penn attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Steel Penn misses the shot to the body.
Ripgut thinks about countering with a head kick.
Steel Penn misses with a left hand
and Ripgut counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Steel Penn is rocked!
Steel Penn fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ripgut.
Steel Penn misses with a double jab
and Steel Penn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel Penn is still on wobbly legs! Can Ripgut finish him?
Steel Penn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ripgut is looking to counter with head kicks.
Steel Penn seems to have recovered his senses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ripgut went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Steel Penn turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Steel Penn fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ripgut is out of range.
Ripgut was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Steel Penn throws a wild body kick that Ripgut sees coming a mile off.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick
and Ripgut makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A head kick by Steel Penn misses #KD#
and Ripgut counters with a big 3 punch combo that drops Steel Penn on his ass! Steel Penn wobbles back to his feet half way through the count and though looking a bit dazed, the referee is going to allow the fight to continue!
Ripgut gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Steel Penn connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2#
A low kick from Steel Penn is predictable there
and Ripgut counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ripgut showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Steel Penn throws a jab but it's blocked by Ripgut.
A quick step to the side and Ripgut tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steel Penn misses with an uppercut. Ripgut saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Ripgut will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Steel Penn moves into range and connects with a jab.
Shane Ripgut has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn tries to bum rush Ripgut with a series of wild strikes but Ripgut uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ripgut was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steel Penn misses with an uppercut.
Ripgut is looking to counter with head kicks.
Mr Steel Penn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Steel Penn lands with a nice body punch.
Steel Penn misses with a body punch
and Ripgut counters with a left to the body.
Steel Penn looks to score with a jab to the body but Ripgut is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Steel Penn is predictable there
and Ripgut counters with a hugh head kick that removes Steel Penn from consiousness! A brutal head kick knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Shane Ripgut!
Shane Ripgut really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
FC 149
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1#
Steel Penn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Steel Penn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tiberio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tiberio slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
Good work by Tiberio as he checks the leg kick.
Tiberio misses with a double jab.
Steel Penn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tiberio throws a solid leg kick but Steel Penn takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tiberio.
Tiberio tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel Penn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tiberio. Tiberio obviously looking to wear him down.
Tiberio feints and then cracks Steel Penn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Steel Penn down.
Tiberio definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiberio on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Valmir Tiberio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Tiberio staggers Steel Penn with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Steel Penn looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!#ROC#
Steel Penn is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tiberio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Steel Penn.
Tiberio looks to throw the jab but Steel Penn is out of range.
Tiberio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Steel Penn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Steel Penn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tiberio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Steel Penn throws a front kick aimed at Tiberio's knee but Tiberio avoids it well.
Tiberio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tiberio throws a lazy right hand but Steel Penn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tiberio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tiberio lands a leg kick that knocks Steel Penn off balance momentarily.
Tiberio throws a head kick that misses.
Steel Penn throws an overhand right that lands on Tiberio's shoulder, as Tiberio tries to avoid the shot.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick but Tiberio moved away.
Tiberio swings for the body but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Steel Penn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Steel Penn.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tiberio.
Tiberio throws a poor cross that misses
and Steel Penn counters with a straight right hand.
Steel Penn throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tiberio to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tiberio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Steel Penn's calf.
Tiberio throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a low kick, right behind Tiberio 's knee.
Tiberio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tiberio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tiberio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Steel Penn counters with a thumping low kick.
Tiberio with a hook.
Tiberio checks a low kick from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn throws a chopping leg kick but Tiberio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Steel Penn walks into a left hand.
Steel Penn is still on wobbly legs! Can Tiberio finish him?
Tiberio throws a shot from downtown. Steel Penn moves away and avoids it.
Steel Penn seems to have recovered his senses.
Steel Penn misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tiberio misses with a body shot.
Tiberio throws a body shot but no joy.
Tiberio misses with a wild body shot.
Steel Penn unleashes a big counter combination but Tiberio bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Valmir Tiberio should take that round, based on the knockdown.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tiberio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tiberio takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tiberio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Steel Penn at a distance.
Tiberio scoring well with a low kick there.
Steel Penn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel Penn lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tiberio. That's going to slow Steel Penn down.
Steel Penn blocks the body kick.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Tiberio avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Steel Penn checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tiberio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tiberio scores with a spinning back kick!#T1#
Steel Penn tried to score with a low kick but Tiberio checks it.
Steel Penn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steel Penn throws out a loose jab but Tiberio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tiberio scores with a jab. Steel Penn acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT#
That has opened up Mr Steel Penn's cut even more.
Tiberio swings for the body but Steel Penn moves out of range.
#KD#
Tiberio closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Steel Penn crashing to the mat! Steel Penn uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!
Both fighters circling a little - Tiberio finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tiberio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Steel Penn fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tiberio checks it well.
Valmir Tiberio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A left lands for Tiberio.
Tiberio closes the distance and catches Steel Penn with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Steel Penn is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Steel Penn is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Steel Penn is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Tiberio takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Valmir Tiberio!
An out of breath Valmir Tiberio 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2017 |
#R1#
A good leg kick by Steel Penn.
Minard misses with a body shot
#TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into side control. Minard won't be happy with that.
Minard tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Steel Penn keeps control of the position as Minard tries to break free.
#SU#
Steel Penn gets back to his feet. Minard is certainly not going to complain about that decision.
Minard darts in trying to clinch
letting Steel Penn counter with a right hand.
No joy there for Minard, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Minard moves in looking to clinch but Steel Penn pushes him off.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Steel Penn darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Steel Penn.
Minard misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Steel Penn counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Minard tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Steel Penn just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Minard with a poor takedown #CL#
and Steel Penn holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Mr Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rick Minard.
Minard tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Steel Penn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Minard has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Minard has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Steel Penn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Minard working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Steel Penn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Minard takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Minard has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Steel Penn fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Minard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel Penn moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Minard takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Good leg kick by Steel Penn there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Minard stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Steel Penn.
Minard tries a head kick but it misses.
Steel Penn feinted with a counter takedown.
Steel Penn scores with a jab to the jaw.
Minard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Steel Penn can pounce on him.
#T3#
Minard shoots and misses #TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Minard wants to control the action here but instead Steel Penn manages to pass to full mount! #SU#
Steel Penn gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
A good leg kick by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn connects with a leg kick. Minard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #KD#
Steel Penn drops Minard with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Minard looks back up at him and smiles so Steel Penn waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#
Minard is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Minard misses with a left hand #TD#
and Steel Penn counters by gaining double undehooks. He picks up Minard and carries him across to his own corner. OH, that's a monster slam and Minard is out cold! A brutal end to the fight and credit to Steel Penn for not following up with any more shots. He recognised that Minard was out. Good sportsmanship.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Mr Steel Penn!
A very excited looking Mr Steel Penn rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Rick Minard was interviewed post fight and said 'I always get REVENGE!!'.
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 13, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Georgy Fokin and Mr Steel Penn. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Georgy Fokin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Radbod Blank and Daniel Blasius.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fokin did well to prevent Steel Penn getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fokin (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Fokin trying to hold on to Steel Penn's head to control him but Steel Penn postures up.
Fokin won't allow Steel Penn to pass to mount.
Steel Penn controlling the action here.
Steel Penn's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fokin is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fokin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Steel Penn is looking to advance position but Fokin won't allow it.
Fokin is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Steel Penn is just content to waste time from the top position. Fokin takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Fokin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Fokin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fokin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Steel Penn looking to sit in guard and control but Fokin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fokin (2) vs (2) Steel Penn
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fokin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Steel Penn is trying to keep Fokin in close.
Fokin trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fokin is one step ahead there.
Fokin 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: Fokin (2) vs (4) Steel Penn
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fokin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fokin (4) vs (4) Steel Penn
Steel Penn being controlled here, momentarily.
Fokin looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Fokin postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fokin is one step ahead there.
Fokin stays in close to Steel Penn's body and controls the position.
Fokin passes Steel Penn's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fokin trying to control from half guard but Steel Penn is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fokin is looking to stall here but Steel Penn recovers full guard.
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.
Fokin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Fokin trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fokin tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Fokin is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Steel Penn is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Steel Penn has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fokin (4) vs (6) Steel Penn
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Fokin is looking for a triangle but Steel Penn pushes his legs off easily.
Fokin is pulling down on Steel Penn's head to control his posture.
Fokin wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn controlling from the top position.
My spies in ICON TOP TEAM inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fokin keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Fokin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fokin 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: Fokin (6) vs (6) Steel Penn
Fokin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Steel Penn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Fokin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Fokin prevents Steel Penn from improving his position.
Fokin is working for a submission of some sort.
Fokin trying to control from half guard but Steel Penn is working away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping hold of Fokin's head, controlling as best he can.
Steel Penn wants to control but Fokin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Fokin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to maintain the position but Fokin is very close to passing his half guard.
Fokin is working for a kimura but Steel Penn is defending it quite comfortably.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controls Fokin momentarily but Fokin frees himself.
Fokin wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fokin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fokin (6) vs (8) Steel Penn
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Fokin is retaining full guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Fokin looking to control.
Steel Penn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Fokin 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: Fokin (8) vs (8) Steel Penn
Well,Fokin is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Fokin keeps him under control.
Steel Penn trying to get back to full guard but Fokin takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Fokin (11) vs (8) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is desperately trying to improve his position but Fokin has a good base and remains in mount.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is squirming around, avoiding Fokin's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Fokin working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Steel Penn's thigh. Steel Penn counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Fokin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn controls Fokin momentarily but Fokin frees himself.
Fokin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fokin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fokin trying to control but Steel Penn is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fokin takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
An out of breath Georgy Fokin 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 15 (265+lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Longfellow Deeds and Mr Steel Penn. 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 super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Longfellow Deeds! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Johanna Lukiainen and Anni Minnemäki.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Deeds moves into the clinch successfully.
Deeds wants the takedown. Steel Penn is fighting it off but Deeds persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Steel Penn's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Deeds (2) vs (0) Steel Penn
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Deeds from controlling successfully.
Deeds looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn is looking to cinch up a triangle. Deeds throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Steel Penn's body to avoid the submission. Steel Penn has instead reached around Deeds's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Steel Penn arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mr Steel Penn!
A less than humble Mr Steel Penn misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn and Patrick Hager. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Patrick Hager!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Roosa Järviläinen and Marco Blurström.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Steel Penn closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Steel Penn lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Hager
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hager wants to sweep but no luck.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hager is keeping the position for now.
Hager looking for a sweep. Not yet Hager, not yet.
Hager is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hager tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hager not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hager is looking to sweep but instead, Steel Penn has passed into half guard.
Steel Penn prevents Hager from improving his position.
Steel Penn is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hager has managed to free his arm - good work.
Steel Penn is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hager 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 (5) vs (0) Hager
Hager tries to reverse the position but Steel Penn maintains control.
Hager has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (8) vs (0) Hager
Hager turns into Steel Penn and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (8) vs (2) Hager
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Hager tries to pass.
Hager is looking to advance position but Steel Penn has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (2) Hager
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hager is looking to improve his position but Steel Penn isn't that keen on the idea.
Steel Penn content just to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn'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.
Hager is desperately trying to improve his position but Steel Penn has a good base and remains in mount.
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 five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn controlling from mount.
Hager is desperately trying to improve his position but Steel Penn has a good base and remains in mount.
Hager tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Hager is trying to escape the mount.
Steel Penn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hager working to try and regain half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hager is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hager manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Steel Penn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hager is looking to improve his position.
Steel Penn controlling the pace.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Steel Penn passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (15) vs (2) Hager
Hager is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn content just to control the position here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hager really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hager tries to improve his position but instead Steel Penn has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (18) vs (2) Hager
Hager can't escape the position.
Steel Penn working for a choke but Hager is defending well.
Hager tries to escape the position.
Steel Penn is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Steel Penn looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Hager taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Good shot there by Steel Penn.#TD#
Steel Penn 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Steel Penn won't allow Rude to sweep him here.
Rude not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rude looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Rude is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rude has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rude knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Rude tries to buck Steel Penn off but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Steel Penn 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.
A control attempt from Rude but he's now mounted!
Steel Penn fails to move to back control.
Steel Penn raining down hammerfists from mount.#T2#
Rude tries to improve his position but instead Steel Penn has taken his back! #SUB#
Steel Penn is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Rude is defending well though. Steel Penn let's go of the attempt for now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB#
Steel Penn looking to break Rude's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Rude remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Steel Penn will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Rude just trying to survive but Steel Penn is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3##SUB#
Rude has hold of Steel Penn's leg, trying to break free but it's let Steel Penn lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Rude is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Steel Penn throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
A jab from Steel Penn misses.
Rude misses with a body shot.
Rude loads up on a big right hand but Steel Penn slips the punch.#CL2#
Rude pushes Steel Penn up against the cage in a clinch.
Rude throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn. #BC#
Steel Penn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rude throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Steel Penn closes the distance and pushes Rude back into the cage.#BC2#
Rude escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steel Penn looks to throw the jab but Rude is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rude tries to work over Steel Penn's front leg with a kick but Steel Penn checks it.
Steel Penn appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rude drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rude throws a push kick but Steel Penn slaps the foot to one side.
Rude scores with a hook.#T1#
Rude tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steel Penn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn lands a head shot.
Rude throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Steel Penn moves into the clinch.
Steel Penn lands a right hand.
Our sources have told us that Steel Penn has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#BC#
Steel Penn breaks from the clinch.
Steel Penn takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Steel Penn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rude swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Rude breaks from the clinch.
Rude closes the distance looking to clinch
and Steel Penn counters with a nice uppercut.
Rude throws a poor cross that misses
and Steel Penn counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rude tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Steel Penn counters with a straight right hand.
Rude shoots in but no luck this time.
Rude looks to throw the jab but Steel Penn is out of range.
Steel Penn darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rude walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rude wants to clinch
and Steel Penn counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#
Rude is rocked!
Steel Penn throws a pinpoint strike between Rude's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Rude crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Steel Penn scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Fighter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steel Penn connects with a high kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Instant Fighter has been cut.
Steel Penn throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Fighter 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Steel Penn drops Fighter with a huge uppercut! Fighter drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Steel Penn is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mr Steel Penn!
After the fight, Mr Steel Penn was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Bitch! wants to clinch#TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a shoot takedown. Bitch! fights it but they end up in guard.
Steel Penn would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Bitch! tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Steel Penn fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rick James, Bitch! seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Steel Penn slips under a jab.
Steel Penn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#CL2#
Bitch! has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bitch! scores with a shot to the side of Steel Penn's head.
Bitch! pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Steel Penn can't break the clinch.
Bitch! tries to land knees in the clinch but Steel Penn avoids the damage to the body.
Bitch! throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Steel Penn blocks the elbow strike.
Bitch! throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Steel Penn is trying to push Bitch! away but Bitch! has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bitch! tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Bitch! throws an elbow but it misses.
#T3#
Steel Penn lands a left hand.
Bitch! throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bitch! throws an elbow but misses. #BC#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bitch! misses with a wild body shot.
Bitch! dips to his left and cracks Steel Penn with an uppercut!
Bitch! staying out of range there.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
Bitch! clinches up with Steel Penn and pushes him back against the cage.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Bitch!.
Bitch! lands with a right to the head.
Steel Penn blocks an elbow strike.#T4#
Bitch! misses with an elbow over the top.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bitch! - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Bitch!.
Bitch! pushes off an throws an elbow but Steel Penn leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bitch! missing with knees to the body.
Bitch! throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Bitch! misses with a punch on the inside.
Steel Penn throws a punch but it's blocked by Bitch!.
Bitch! throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn lands a left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bitch! misses with an elbow over the top.
Steel Penn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bitch!s head.
Steel Penn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick James, Bitch! dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A clash of legs there as Steel Penn blocks the low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bitch! looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Steel Penn half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bitch! misses with a hook.
Bitch! misses the shot to the body.
Steel Penn throws a nice inside leg kick.
Steel Penn throws a leg kick but Bitch! moved away.
Bitch! lands a jab.
Bitch! tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitch! misses with the combination.
Bitch! throws a low kick but Steel Penn moves out of range easily.
Steel Penn tries to counter with a takedown but Bitch! is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Steel Penn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitch! moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bitch! has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bitch! doesn't manage to clinch there - Steel Penn circles away.
Steel Penn attempts a counter takedown but Bitch! avoids it well and moves away.
Bitch! tests Steel Penn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bitch! misses with a straight right.
Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bitch!.
Bitch! scores with a jab to the jaw.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bitch! misses with a hook. Steel Penn ducked under it nicely.
Steel Penn feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bitch! throws out a loose jab but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steel Penn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Steel Penn takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bitch! misses with a double jab
and Steel Penn counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Bitch! throws a jab but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn tries to counter with a takedown but Bitch! is quick to defend against it.
Bitch! connects with a crisp jab.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Bitch!.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bitch! throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steel Penn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bitch! tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Steel Penn attempts a counter takedown but Bitch! avoids it well and moves away.
Bitch! takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bitch! works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rick James, Bitch! is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel Penn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steel Penn scores with a decent looking hook.
Bitch! is looking to chop away at Steel Penn's legs.
Steel Penn tries to counter by clinching up but Bitch! breaks away and moves out of range.
Bitch! lands with a straight right. Steel Penn didn't see that one coming.
Bitch! throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
Steel Penn needs to keep his hands up - Bitch! had a free shot at his head there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bitch!.
Steel Penn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bitch! misses with a looping right.
Steel Penn tried to counter with a leg kick but Bitch! avoided it.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bitch! throws a hook to the side of Steel Penn's head but Steel Penn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steel Penn tries to counter with a takedown but Bitch! is quick to defend against it.
Bitch! slips under a jab from Steel Penn.
Bitch! misses with a body kick.
Bitch! throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bitch! thumps Steel Penn with a low kick.
Bitch! delivers a nice body kick.#T4#
Bitch! throws a hook to the side of Steel Penn's head but Steel Penn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from Steel Penn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bitch! gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bitch! falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bitch! won't be happy with that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
You can see the frustration on Bitch!'s face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Steel Penn tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Steel Penn trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick James, Bitch! showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Steel Penn avoids the body shot from Bitch!.
Steel Penn tries to counter by clinching up but Bitch! breaks away and moves out of range.
Rick James, Bitch! seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitch! throws out a loose jab but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bitch! scores with a jab to the head.
Bitch! falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Steel Penn decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bitch!'s guard.
Bitch! wants to get back to his feet but Steel Penn passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Steel Penn tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitch! wants to improve his position but Steel Penn is controlling well.
Steel Penn tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Bitch!. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitch! tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
Bitch! keeps trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitch! connects with a good right hand that stumbles Steel Penn. Steel Penn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mr Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bitch!.
Bitch! stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A low kick from Bitch! is predictable there #TD#
so Steel Penn counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Steel Penn wants to stand but Bitch! is controlling his posture from full guard.
Bitch! tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Steel Penn wanted to stand there but Bitch! had control of the position.
Bitch! seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bitch! has a closed guard, preventing Steel Penn from standing up. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitch! throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steel Penn changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A slow jab from Bitch! misses its intended target.
Steel Penn is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bitch!.
That kick from Bitch! tenderised Steel Penn's leg. Steel Penn is trying to keep his angry face on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn slips a straight right by Bitch!.
Bitch! lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rick James, Bitch! comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bitch! 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 Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rick James, Bitch!!
A relieved looking Rick James, Bitch! 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bitch! counters with a good low kick that Steel Penn was not able to check.
Bitch! is looking to land body kicks.
Steel Penn throwing a counter right hand but Bitch! manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Bitch! moves into the clinch successfully.
Steel Penn tries to score a body lock takedown but Bitch! shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Steel Penn is breathing heavily.
Bitch! has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
#TD#
Steel Penn gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Steel Penn wants to control but Bitch! is keeping him busy.
Bitch! is controlling Steel Penn's trapped leg to prevent Steel Penn from advancing to side control.
Bitch! is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn 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.
Bitch! is trying to control but can't.
Bitch! is looking to improve his position.
Bitch! is looking to control Steel Penn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bitch! avoid being mounted?#T1#
Steel Penn is taking a breather. Bitch! 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The fighters circling - Bitch! throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Steel Penn is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bitch! with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good work by Steel Penn as he checks the leg kick.
Rick James, Bitch! seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel Penn. Bitch! does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bitch! uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bitch! scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Bitch! scores with a hook to the body. Steel Penn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Steel Penn has been working on his balance at , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Bitch!.
Steel Penn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Bitch! lands a nice shot to the body.
Bitch! fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Steel Penn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bitch! wants to clinch up but Steel Penn keeps it at a distance.
Steel Penn slips a straight right by Bitch!.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bitch! is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bitch! lands a body shot.
Bitch! connects with a solid leg kick.
Bitch! jabs Steel Penn right on the nose. Steel Penn blinks but takes it well.
Bitch! throws a body shot but no joy.
Steel Penn tries to land a front kick but Bitch! steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
Bitch! tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steel Penn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Steel Penn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Steel Penn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bitch!.
Steel Penn throws a counter high kick but Bitch! was just alert enough to avoid it.
Steel Penn takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A left lands for Bitch!.
Bitch! just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Steel Penn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bitch!.
Bitch! scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Steel Penn doesn't seem bothered though.
Steel Penn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL2#
and Bitch! counters by moving into the clinch.
Steel Penn's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bitch! lands an elbow inside that Steel Penn shrugs off.
Bitch! throws a head punch that misses.
Bitch! missing with knees to the body.
Steel Penn tries to pull guard but Bitch! won't allow it.
Bitch! lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Steel Penn.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Bitch! tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice elbow from Bitch!.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bitch! tries to land knees in the clinch but Steel Penn avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Bitch! scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2#
Steel Penn is rocked!
Bitch! scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Oh Steel Penn is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bitch! lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards.
Bitch! unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Steel Penn! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Bitch! is unloading with more strikes now! Steel Penn drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rick James, Bitch!!
A victorious Rick James, Bitch! thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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ITFL 10.1
Date: Sep 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Swanson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Swanson lands a nice looking body shot.
Swanson misses with a looping right.
Swanson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Swanson looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel Penn is just out of range.
Swanson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Swanson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Swanson avoids it easily.
Swanson misses with a low kick.
Swanson misses with a straight left.
Steel Penn is looking to counter with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swanson stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Swanson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Swanson showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swanson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Steel Penn blocking the ground and pound attempt from Swanson.
Steel Penn is looking to improve his position.
Swanson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Steel Penn's head.
Steel Penn avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Swanson.
Nice strikes from Swanson there.
Steel Penn has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Steel Penn trying to control but Swanson postures up.
Swanson is taking a breather. Steel Penn 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.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Swanson. #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.
Steel Penn utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Swanson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Swanson is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn pulls Swanson in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Swanson darts in looking for a takedown but Steel Penn gets double underhooks and turns Swanson into the cage. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel Penn. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Swanson thumps Steel Penn with a low kick.
Steel Penn fakes the leg kick and cracks Swanson in the body.
Swanson throws a jab when Steel Penn was well out of range.
Swanson fails to land the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Steel Penn misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Swanson.
Mr Steel Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Swanson.
Steel Penn cracks the inside of Swanson's front leg.
Steel Penn dives in and grabs Swanson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Swanson pushes down on Steel Penn's head and hops out.
Steel Penn's jab looks to have found its range, popping Swanson under the eye.
Swanson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
John Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Steel Penn misses with the combination.
#TD2#
Swanson gets the takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Swanson laying and praying for a moment but Steel Penn takes advantage and regains half guard.
Swanson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Steel Penn is trying to get back to full guard.
Swanson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Swanson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Swanson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Swanson dodges the punch combination from Steel Penn.
Swanson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Swanson lunges at Steel Penn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Steel Penn's hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Steel Penn displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swanson throws out the jab.
Swanson has a takedown stuffed.
Steel Penn tried to counter with a leg kick but Swanson avoided it.
Swanson needs to keep his hands up - Steel Penn had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn moves out of range of the strikes.
Steel Penn tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Swanson manages to circle out of the way.
Nice uppercut there from Swanson.
John Swanson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Swanson.#T1#
Steel Penn looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Swanson is fending him off so far but Steel Penn persists. Nope, Swanson circles away and we're back to standing.
Swanson misses with an uppercut
and Steel Penn counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Swanson defends well and Steel Penn ends up having to push Swanson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Swanson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice takedown defense from Steel Penn. No joy for Swanson on that attempt.
Steel Penn feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Swanson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Steel Penn throws a lazy head kick
and Swanson counters with a nice kick to the body.
Swanson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Swanson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Steel Penn moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Swanson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Nice takedown defense from Swanson. No joy for Steel Penn on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mr Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A leg kick checked by Steel Penn.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Steel Penn.
Swanson moves out of range of the body kick.
Swanson misses with a low kick.
Swanson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Steel Penn throws a lazy right hand but Swanson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Steel Penn turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jab, jab by Swanson - just one landing.
Swanson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Swanson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Steel Penn tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Swanson is in Steel Penn's guard.
Swanson chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Swanson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Swanson throwing strikes but missing.
Steel Penn can't keep his opponent in guard - Swanson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Swanson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Steel Penn on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Steel Penn manages to get to full guard.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Swanson chips away with some ground and pound.
Swanson landing with the ground and pound.
Steel Penn is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Swanson wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Swanson looking to pass the guard.
Swanson is looking to work some ground and pound but Steel Penn has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Swanson's guard. #REVR#
Steel Penn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Swanson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Swanson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#
Steel Penn is rocked!
Swanson cracks Steel Penn with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Steel Penn tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Swanson pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Steel Penn is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Swanson!
A less than humble John Swanson misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
ITFL 9.2
Date: Aug 24, 2016 |
#R1##KD#
Judah feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Steel Penn sprawling to the canvas! Steel Penn rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Judah finish him?!
#CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Steel Penn thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Judah if he has to take too many more of those.
Judah lands a nice shot to the body.
No joy there for Judah, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Judah pounces like a tiger and cracks Steel Penn with a vicious hook! Steel Penn is down but not out! Judah follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ras Li Judah!
Ras Li Judah thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
ITFL 8.1
Date: Aug 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Michael tries a head kick but it misses.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Michael.
Steel Penn throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Steel Penn swings for the body but Michael moves out of range.
Steel Penn avoids the body shot from Michael.
Steel Penn walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Michael checks a low kick from Steel Penn.
Michael lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Steel Penn.
Michael tried to score with a low kick but Steel Penn checks it.
Michael finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Steel Penn lands an overhand right.
We've been told by Michael's head coaches at River's Edge Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Michael blocks the body kick.
Michael looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Michael takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Michael misses with a kick to the body.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Michael.
Steel Penn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Michael sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Steel Penn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Michael.
Bryer Michael is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Michael takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Steel Penn's coach down at The Coffee Shop was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Steel Penn's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Michael throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bryer Michael seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Michael buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Michael ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Michael works the jab nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Michael uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steel Penn.
Michael lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#KD#
Michael catches Steel Penn napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Steel Penn to the canvas!
#ROC#
Steel Penn is rocked!
Michael postures up.
Steel Penn is still in real trouble! Can Michael finish him?
Michael trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn seems to have recovered his senses.
Michael wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
Michael trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Michael sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Michael.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Steel Penn managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Michael swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steel Penn is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Michael with a body shot.
Steel Penn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Steel Penn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Michael sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steel Penn walks into a stiff left hand from Michael.
Michael misses with a hook to the body
and Steel Penn counters with a series of strikes. Michael will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
Steel Penn falls off balance throwing a combination
and Michael counters with an inside leg kick.
Jab from Michael.
Steel Penn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Michael.
Steel Penn takes a swing at Michael's ribcage but misses.
Michael throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Steel Penn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Michael is working Steel Penn over against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Michael will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Steel Penn up against the cage.#TD2#
Steel Penn has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Michael is trying to keep an underhook but Steel Penn manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Steel Penn prevents Michael from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bryer Michael dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Michael throws an off balance right hand
and Steel Penn counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn scores with a decent looking hook.
Steel Penn throws a half hearted mid kick.
Michael jabs Steel Penn to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Michael misses with a straight left.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
Michael is looking for a counter combo.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
Michael misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michael scores with a nice body kick.
Steel Penn staying out of range there.
Steel Penn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Michael throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Steel Penn needs to keep his hands up - Michael had a free shot at his head there.
Michael moves out of range of the strikes.
A thudding body kick lands there by Michael!
Michael lands a really nice looking cross but Steel Penn seems unphased.
#CUT#
That has opened up Mr Steel Penn's cut even more.
Steel Penn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Michael. Michael obviously looking to wear him down.
Steel Penn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Michael looks to land a left hand but Steel Penn moved out of range nicely.
Michael throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steel Penn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steel Penn flicks out a counter leg kick but Michael steps away.
Michael throws out a powerful jab.
Steel Penn walks forward, straight into a front kick from Michael.
Steel Penn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Michael.#T2#
Steel Penn throws a jab when Michael was well out of range.
Steel Penn blocks a head kick by Michael.
Steel Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Michael.
As Steel Penn backs away, Michael returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Steel Penn takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Michael with a nice cross.
Michael throws a hook to the side of Steel Penn's head but Steel Penn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice inside leg kick there by Michael. That's going to slow Steel Penn down.
Michael moves out of range as Steel Penn strikes.
Michael misses with a wild body shot.
Michael throws a lazy head kick
enabling Steel Penn to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Steel Penn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Donk. Steel Penn catches Michael right on the button with a cross.
Michael connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Steel Penn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Michael connects with a jab.
Michael digs a good hook to Steel Penn's body.
Michael just misses with a punch to the body.
Michael scores with a nice strike.
Michael lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Steel Penn moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Steel Penn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Michael. Michael obviously looking to wear him down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steel Penn moves out of range of the body kick from Michael.
Michael just misses with a punch to the body.
Michael misses with a lunging right hand
and Steel Penn counters with a leg kick.
Michael fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Michael misses with a shot to the body
and Steel Penn counters with a low kick, right behind Michael 's knee.
Michael throws a body kick that misses.
Steel Penn cracks Michael with a good jab.
Michael throws a leg kick but Steel Penn sees it coming and moves out of range.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Michael throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bryer Michael dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Michael looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel Penn is just out of range.
Good shot there by Michael.
Steel Penn misses with a takedown attempt - Michael sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Michael quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Michael throws a jab but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Michael is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Michael throws a right hand that misses
and Michael takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bryer Michael is winning the standup battle so far.
Michael throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michael with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick and Michael moves out of range easily.
Michael misses with a kick to the body.
Steel Penn lands a head shot.#T1#
Michael misses with a body punch
and Steel Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Michael misses with a hook.
Michael misses with a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Steel Penn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Michael tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steel Penn was well out of range. Poor timing from Michael.
Michael is looking to land body kicks.
Michael darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Steel Penn cracks Michael with an open hand slap.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses #KD#
and Michael counters with a right hand that sends Steel Penn tumbling to the canvas! Can Michael finish him? He dives into Steel Penn's guard looking to do just that!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Michael won't allow Steel Penn to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michael accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Steel Penn is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Steel Penn being controlled here, momentarily.
Michael passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Michael throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Steel Penn manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3#
Michael tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Steel Penn has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Steel Penn avoids the attempt from Michael to control.
Mr Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bryer Michael is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Steel Penn tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Michael is working to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn moves to the back position. #T4#
Steel Penn trying to control.#SUB2#
Steel Penn working for the choke.
Michael tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Steel Penn working for the choke.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bryer Michael.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Michael, 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bryer Michael!
Our winner, Bryer Michael, 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:
ITFL 7.1
Date: Jul 27, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Kha tries to keep at a distance but Steel Penn has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Steel Penn gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Kha wants to sweep but no luck.
Kha looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kha is keeping the position for now.
Kha looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Steel Penn is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T1#
Kha is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Steel Penn advances to half guard.
Steel Penn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kha tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Kha is defending well. #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.
Steel Penn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kha 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.
Kha is looking to improve his position.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kha fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Steel Penn checks it well.
Steel Penn doesn't manage to clinch there - Kha circles away.
Kha only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A cross from Kha lands.#CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Kha swats away the attempt to clinch by Steel Penn.
Kha's jab looks to have found its range, popping Steel Penn under the eye.#T3#
Kha dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Steel Penn.
Kha tries to work over Steel Penn's front leg with a kick but Steel Penn checks it.
Steel Penn tries to clinch but Kha moves out of range.
Kha looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kai Kha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kha paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kha feints a counter leg kick.
Steel Penn takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Steel Penn fails with the takedown
and Kha scores with a counter punch that sends Steel Penn to the canvas! Kha smells blood - he's punishing Steel Penn with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Steel Penn has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kai Kha!
Our winner, Kai Kha, 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:
ITFL 6.2
Date: Jul 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn throws a combination that misses
and Chino counters with a low kick, right behind Steel Penn 's knee.
Chino leaves Steel Penn with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Steel Penn has managed to clinch.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Chino.
Chino tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
Chino tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chino backwards.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Chino.
Chino lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Chino. #CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Chino. #T1#
Chino taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Chino.
Chino misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Chino.
Chino tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
Chino misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Chino tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chino doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chino is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A body shot lands from Chino.
Chino misses with a hook to the ribs.
I was talking to Steel Penn's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Chino. #T2#
Steel Penn blocks a body shot from Chino.
A head punch on the inside from Steel Penn fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Chino scores with a nice short uppercut.
Chino tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing Chino back against the cage.
Steel Penn misses with the head strike.
Chino throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Chino doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chino lands a left hand.
A shot in the inside from Chino.
Chino tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steel Penn's elbow.
Chino stalling in the clinch.
A short right from Chino.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel Penn is working for takedown but Chino is calmly controlling the position for now.
Chino slows down the pace here.
A short uppercut from Steel Penn. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chino.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Steel Penn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chino misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chino misses with some punches.
Steel Penn lands with a short shot to the head.
Steel Penn blocks an uppercut.
The referee calls for Chino to work.
Steel Penn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chino throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Steel Penns head.
Chino lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards. #T4#
Chino lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards.
Steel Penn lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chino throws a head punch that misses.
Chino tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chino struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
Steel Penn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Steel Penn blocking some punches.
Chino stalling against the cage.
Chino is stalling here.
Chino doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chino tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chino stalls.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alpa Chino dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Steel Penn throws a right and a left that Chino avoids nicely.
A swing and a miss from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn goes for a double leg but Chino avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Chino continues to drive forward.
A nice side step and Chino releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Chino throws out a leg kick but Steel Penn moves out of range and Chino only half commits. #CL2#
Chino darts in and clinches Steel Penn up against the cage.
Steel Penn's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chino struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Chino - that landed with a thud.
Steel Penn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Chino prevents it.
Chino scores with a shoulder strike.
Chino takes a shot to the head.
Chino has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Chino tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chino lands a body punch in the clinch.
Good body shot from Chino.
Chino goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chino tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chino lands a shot to the body.
Chino swings wildly with an uppercut but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chino goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Steel Penn is trying to drag Chino to the mat but Chino just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mr Steel Penn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chino lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Chino struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
Chino misses with the head strike.
Steel Penn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chino goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chino struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
Chino misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chino tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chino misses with a punch on the inside.
Steel Penn lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Chino throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chino.
Chino lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Steel Penn or not.
The referee is keeping an eye on Chino - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T3#
Chino misses with a body punch.
Chino lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Steel Penn backwards.
Chino effectively controlling the action here.
Chino tries a body shot but Steel Penn blocks it.
Chino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chino misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chino scores with a hook to the body.
Chino has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Chino.
Chino works on Steel Penn's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Steel Penn throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Chino lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Steel Penn.
Chino lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Chino.
Chino makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Steel Penn is working for takedown but Chino is calmly controlling the position for now.
Chino throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Chino is working Steel Penn over against the cage.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Chino.
Chino working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chino misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chino misses with a punch on the inside.
Chino tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chino scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alpa Chino showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mr Steel Penn's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Steel Penn misses with a lunging right hand
and Chino counters with a body kick that stops Steel Penn in his tracks momentarily.
Chino moves out of range of the body kick.
Chino thinks about the counter body kick.#TD#
Steel Penn scores with a takedown into Chino's guard.
Steel Penn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chino is keeping the position for now.
Steel Penn is standing up over Chino. Chino looks to escape but Steel Penn dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The strikes coming from Steel Penn are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Chino is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Steel Penn is really struggling to control Chino but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Chino prevents Steel Penn from improving position. #SUB#
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Chino is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but Chino denies him. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chino is trying to buck Steel Penn off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chino is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Chino is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Alpa Chino is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##SUB#
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Chino is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mr Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Chino moves into the clinch.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Chino tries to throw a body punch but Steel Penn avoids it by throwing Chino back against the cage.
Chino misses with a hook from the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Chino.
Chino blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chino lands a body shot in the clinch.
Chino tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chino is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Steel Penn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steel Penn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chino throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel Penn.
Chino struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mr Steel Penn.
I think Chino has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alpa Chino!
Our winner, Alpa Chino, 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:
ITFL 5.1
Date: Jun 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steel Penn throws a right hand that Ciprianni ducks under and follows up with a left that Ciprianni also avoids with ease.
As Steel Penn looks to move away, Ciprianni throws a big counter combo but Steel Penn just gets out of the way.
Steel Penn throws a nice looking combination but Ciprianni bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Good work by Steel Penn as he checks the leg kick.
Steel Penn blocks a head kick by Ciprianni.
Steel Penn tries to counter by closing the distance.
No joy there for Steel Penn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ciprianni slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD2#
Steel Penn looking to score a takedown here. Ciprianni is defending well but Steel Penn drives through and ends up in Ciprianni's guard.
Steel Penn postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Steel Penn prevents Ciprianni from getting back to his feet.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn prevents Ciprianni from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Steel Penn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Steel Penn drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ciprianni manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Steel Penn has Ciprianni in his guard.#REVR#
Steel Penn managing to control the position.
Steel Penn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ciprianni controls the pace.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn pulls Ciprianni in close to his closed guard and prevents Ciprianni from doing any damage or advancing position.
Steel Penn trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Ciprianni misses the jab.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick and Ciprianni moves out of range easily.
Steel Penn chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ciprianni can pounce on him.
Ciprianni is looking to chop away at Steel Penn's legs.
Ciprianni thows a body kick. Steel Penn tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ciprianni.
Ciprianni looks to land a left hand but Steel Penn moved out of range nicely.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ciprianni scores with a nice head shot.
A leg kick checked by Steel Penn.
Ciprianni tries to land a front kick but Steel Penn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Steel Penn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Ciprianni moves into range and clinches up with Steel Penn.
Steel Penn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Ciprianni fails to land.
Steel Penn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ciprianni swings wildly with an uppercut but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steel Penn is trying to push Ciprianni away but Ciprianni has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Ciprianni throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ciprianni is stalling here.
Ciprianni softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ciprianni misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ciprianni working aggressively here.
#TD#
Ciprianni drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel Penn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ciprianni swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel Penn in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Danny Ciprianni dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ciprianni with a jab.
Steel Penn scores with a jab. Ciprianni acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ciprianni throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Steel Penn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ciprianni slips a jab from Steel Penn.
Nice uppercut there from Ciprianni.
Ciprianni throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Steel Penn misses the target.
Ciprianni misses with a low kick.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ciprianni cracks the inside of Steel Penn's front leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ciprianni throws a jab when Steel Penn was well out of range.
Ciprianni lands a nice hook to Steel Penn's body. Steel Penn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Steel Penn throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Steel Penn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Steel Penn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ciprianni misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ciprianni lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Steel Penn looks to score with a jab to the body but Ciprianni is just out of range.
Steel Penn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ciprianni misses with a body shot.
Danny Ciprianni is winning the standup battle so far.
Ciprianni lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
Ciprianni throws a head kick that misses.
Steel Penn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ciprianni lands with a nice body punch.
A clash of legs there as Steel Penn blocks the low kick.
A nice side step and Steel Penn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Steel Penn slips under a jab.
Ciprianni backing away here, and Steel Penn unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Crunch! Steel Penn slams his shin into Ciprianni's torso.
Ciprianni throws the left hand but Steel Penn avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Steel Penn checks a leg kick.
Ciprianni is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Ciprianni turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ciprianni throws a right and a left that Steel Penn avoids nicely.
Steel Penn takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steel Penn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A clash of legs there as Steel Penn blocks the low kick.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Ciprianni avoids it easily.
Ciprianni keeps the fight on the outside.
Steel Penn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ciprianni.
Ciprianni scores with a punch to the head.
Steel Penn chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ciprianni can pounce on him.
Steel Penn moves away from the strike by Ciprianni.
Ciprianni throws a head kick but Steel Penn moves out of range.
Steel Penn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ciprianni.
#T3#
Ciprianni throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Steel Penn's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Steel Penn throws an overhand right that lands on Ciprianni's shoulder, as Ciprianni tries to avoid the shot.
A head kick misses from Steel Penn.
Some wild striking there from Steel Penn.
Steel Penn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ciprianni lands a nice shot that snaps Steel Penn's head back.
Mr Steel Penn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ciprianni throws a low kick but Steel Penn moves out of range easily.
Ciprianni fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Steel Penn checks it well.
Steel Penn only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Steel Penn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ciprianni counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel Penn misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4#
Ciprianni misses with a few strikes there.
Ciprianni avoids the head kick by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ciprianni uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steel Penn.
A combination from Steel Penn does no damage.
Ciprianni fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Steel Penn.
Steel Penn digs a good hook to Ciprianni's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ciprianni connects with a leg kick. Steel Penn looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Steel Penn blocks a leg kick.
Ciprianni scores with a decent looking hook.
Steel Penn swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ciprianni.
Ciprianni connects with a solid leg kick.
Steel Penn throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Danny Ciprianni dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ciprianni throws a leg kick but Steel Penn moved away.
Steel Penn throws a poor cross that misses
letting Ciprianni counter with a right hand.
Ciprianni looks for the body kick but Steel Penn saw that one coming.
Steel Penn pushes Ciprianni away with a front kick.
Steel Penn looks to land a combination but Ciprianni avoids it well.
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch but Ciprianni swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steel Penn takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Ciprianni misses with an uppercut.
Ciprianni scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ciprianni feints and as Steel Penn raises his hands in defense, Ciprianni changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ciprianni controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Steel Penn managing to control the position.
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ciprianni is one step ahead there. #T1#
Ciprianni sitting in guard here, content to control.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Ciprianni controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn controls Ciprianni momentarily but Ciprianni frees himself.
Danny Ciprianni is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ciprianni looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice jab there from Steel Penn.
Jab by Ciprianni.#TD2#
Steel Penn fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ciprianni to the ground. Steel Penn is now in Ciprianni's guard.
Steel Penn missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Steel Penn throwing strikes from guard but Ciprianni blocks nicely.
Ciprianni keeping full guard, as Steel Penn tries to pass. #T3#
Ciprianni being controlled here, momentarily.
Mr Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Ciprianni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jab, jab by Ciprianni - just one landing.
Ciprianni lands a leg kick that knocks Steel Penn off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Steel Penn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ciprianni misses with some punches.
Ciprianni tries a body shot but Steel Penn blocks it.
#BC#
Ciprianni breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ciprianni misses with a body kick.
Ciprianni works Steel Penn's body with a nice hook.
Steel Penn moves forwards but Ciprianni connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ciprianni looks to land a right hand but Steel Penn moved out of range.
Ciprianni lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ciprianni keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ciprianni fires out a quick counter leg kick but Steel Penn just manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Danny Ciprianni showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ciprianni has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danny Ciprianni!
In his post fight interview, Danny Ciprianni gave a big smile as he said 'Marky says hi G Wad...'.
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Event:
ITFL 4.1
Date: Jun 15, 2016 |
#R1#
Steel Penn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carr.
Steel Penn seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Steel Penn misses with the combination.
Carr throws a body shot but no joy.
Carr digs a good hook to Steel Penn's body.
Steel Penn misses with a double jab.
It seemed like Carr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Carr avoids the body shot from Steel Penn.
Some wild striking there from Carr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Carr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Steel Penns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.#T1#
Carr lands with a good body shot.
Carr fails to land with a series of punches.
Carr throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've been hearing reports that Steel Penn has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Carr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel Penn moves away.
Steel Penn seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Carr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Carr missing with a left hand there. Steel Penn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Carr blocks a head kick by Steel Penn.
Carr connects with a nice looking jab.
Carr throws a hook to the side of Steel Penn's head but Steel Penn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Carr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Carr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Carr throws a hook but Steel Penn blocks it.
Steel Penn is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Carr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steel Penn throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Steel Penn throws a body punch but Carr moves out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Steel Penn or perhaps it was just good defense by Carr, which made it look bad.
Steel Penn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steel Penn throws an off balance right hand
and Carr counters with a nice body shot.
Carr catches Steel Penn with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Steel Penn lands with a slapping head kick.
A slow jab from Carr misses its intended target.
Steel Penn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Carr! Steel Penn is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cornelius Carr!
After winning the bout, Cornelius Carr 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:
ITFL 3.1
Date: Jun 01, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Kroblur gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Steel Penn to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kroblur utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kroblur wants to sweep but no luck.
Kroblur lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Steel Penn is trying to control the position but Kroblur postures up.
Steel Penn trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kroblur postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Steel Penn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kroblur is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kroblur's guard. #REVR#
Kroblur is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
Steel Penn trying to control here.
#T2#
Steel Penn is looking to get back to full guard here but Kroblur has managed to pass to side control instead.
Steel Penn tries to improve position but can't.
Kroblur working away.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kroblur's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kroblur's back!
Kroblur turns into Steel Penn and is now in his guard.
#T3#
Kroblur lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Steel Penn is trying to keep Kroblur in close.
Kroblur works over Steel Penn with some ground and pound from guard.
Kroblur 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 is pulling down on Kroblur's head to control his posture.
Kroblur must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kroblur defends it easily.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Kroblur looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kroblur looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Steel Penn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Steel Penn not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mr Steel Penn will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Steel Penn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kroblur throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Steel Penn decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kroblur's guard.
Kroblur managing to control the position.
Kroblur tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Kroblur is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kroblur is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kroblur keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully. #T1#
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kroblur parries the strikes from Steel Penn easily there. Steel Penn is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kroblur to escape.
Kroblur tries to improve position but can't.
Kroblur is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Steel Penn goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kroblur has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Steel Penn but great work by Kroblur.
Kroblur tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T2#
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kroblur is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Steel Penn is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kroblur trying to control here.
#T3#
Kroblur keeping hold of Steel Penn's head, controlling as best he can.
Steel Penn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kroblur can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Steel Penn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Steel Penn is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kroblur sees it coming and defends easily.
Steel Penn has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kroblur holds on for dear life.
Steel Penn tries to control but Kroblur wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kroblur tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Kroblur really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Steel Penn looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kroblur tries to hold on but Steel Penn postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Steel Penn dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Steel Penn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kroblur blocks a head kick by Steel Penn.
A decent looking cross lands there for Steel Penn.
Kroblur thumps Steel Penn with a low kick.
Steel Penn defending well as Kroblur loads up on a big left hand.
Kroblur throws a low kick, looking for Steel Penn's leg but Steel Penn calmly moves out of range.
Steel Penn fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn throws a sloppy head kick and Kroblur moves out of range easily.
Steel Penn doesn't manage to clinch there - Kroblur circles away.
Kroblur looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#T1#
Steel Penn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mr Steel Penn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Steel Penn takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Steel Penn looks to land a combination. Kroblur sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Steel Penn moves out of range of the leg kick from Kroblur.
Kroblur throws the kick towards the body but Steel Penn avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Steel Penn misses the target.
Kroblur cracks Steel Penn with an open hand slap.#CUT2#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Kroblur defending well as Steel Penn loads up on a big left hand.
Steel Penn checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kroblur gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mr Steel Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel Penn fails to land the takedown.
Kroblur drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Steel Penn defends it well.#T2#
Kroblur fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steel Penn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A right-left combo lands from Steel Penn.
Mr Steel Penn is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fight stays on the outside here - Steel Penn looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Steel Penn throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kroblur was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Steel Penn on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kroblur. Kroblur obviously looking to wear him down.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kroblur!
Steel Penn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Steel Penn clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Kroblur tightens his grip and picks Steel Penn up, before dumping him to the ground. Steel Penn manages to land in guard. #T3#
Steel Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel Penn, not yet.
Steel Penn preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mr Steel Penn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Kroblur being controlled here momentarily.
Mr Steel Penn is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Steel Penn utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kroblur postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Kroblur from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Steel Penn steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kroblur. That one must have hurt.
Kroblur lands a nice leg kick that just misses Steel Penn's sensitive parts.
Kroblur misses with the body kick#TD#
and Steel Penn counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Steel Penn postures up.
Kroblur keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.
Kroblur has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
Kroblur tries to improve position but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mr Steel Penn.
Well Steel Penn has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
ITFL 2.1
Date: May 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Blake paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Blake fails with an attempt to clinch.
Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Blake but Blake pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Steel Penn takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Steel Penn takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Steel Penn.
Blake closes the distance looking to clinch
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn ducks right into an uppercut from Blake. #CUT#
It looks like Mr Steel Penn has been cut.
Blake throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steel Penn is looking for the big counter here.
Blake has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA LA Elite in the buildup to the fight.
Blake scores with a jab to the jaw.
Blake takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blake misses with a few strikes there.
Steel Penn throws a counter combo.#T1##CL#
Blake takes the fight into the clinch.
Steel Penn goes for a takedown attempt but Blake pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Steel Penn lands a nice shot that snaps Blake's head back.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Steel Penn has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Edward Blake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Blake misses its intended target.
Blake slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CUT2#
It looks like Edward Blake has been cut.
A big right from Steel Penn misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Steel Penn.
Blake swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Edward Blake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Steel Penn.
Blake scores with a crisp jab that stopped Steel Penn in his tracks. #T2#
Blake pivots, looking for a leg kick but Steel Penn is out of range and Blake settles back down.
Steel Penn misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab lands there for Steel Penn.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steel Penn pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blake is out of range and Steel Penn settles back down.
Blake tries to clinch up.
Steel Penn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Blake getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Steel Penn throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Blake throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steel Penn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steel Penn ducks right into an uppercut from Blake.
A combination from Blake does no damage.
Blake throws an overhand right that lands on Steel Penn's shoulder, as Steel Penn tries to avoid the shot.
Steel Penn is looking for the big counter here.
Blake thumps Steel Penn with a low kick.
Steel Penn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Blake fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Steel Penn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Blake throws a shot from downtown. Steel Penn moves away and avoids it.
Steel Penn throws a looping overhand right but Blake ducks down to avoid it.
Blake is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A solid leg kick lands there for Blake.
Blake shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Steel Penn tries a quick counter leg kick but Blake is wise to it.
Blake slips a straight right by Steel Penn.
Blake fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Steel Penn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Steel Penn pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blake is out of range and Steel Penn settles back down. #CL#
Blake clinches with his opponent.
Steel Penn tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blake just stands there and leans against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blake. #BC2#
Steel Penn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Blake throws a hook but Steel Penn avoids it easily.
Blake throws a right hand that misses
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Blake throws a nice inside leg kick.
Steel Penn listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Blake on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Steel Penn moves away from the strike by Blake.
Blake thows a leg kick but Steel Penn checks it
and Blake takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel Penn tries to bum rush Blake with a series of wild strikes but Blake uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Steel Penn moves in looking to clinch but Blake pushes him off.
Blake lands a right hook to the body.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Blake throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Blake throws a low kick but Steel Penn avoids it.
Steel Penn lands with a right hand.
Blake moves away from the strike by Steel Penn.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Blake dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Steel Penn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Steel Penn has Blake up against the cage in a clinch.
Steel Penn prevents a body shot from Blake.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Blake just misses with a elbow thrown towards Steel Penn's brow.
Steel Penn avoids the elbow strike from Blake, against the cage.
Blake can't find room to land a body shot as Steel Penn controls the action.
Blake struggles to land a body shot inside as Steel Penn controls his hands.
Steel Penn blocks an uppercut.
Blake really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake misses with the head strike.
Steel Penn blocks an elbow strike.
Blake tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Blake swings wildly with an uppercut but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Blake misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Blake.
Nice elbow from Blake.
A shot in the inside from Blake.
Steel Penn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Blake is defending well.
Blake has a couple of punches blocked by Steel Penn.
Stalling in the clinch from Blake.
Steel Penn is trying to pull guard but Blake has him pressed against the cage.
Steel Penn avoids a wild elbow strike from Blake.#TD2#
Steel Penn gets control of Blake's arms and successfully pulls guard. Steel Penn will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Steel Penn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Steel Penn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Blake can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Blake decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Edward Blake seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Steel Penn 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Blake throws out a loose jab but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Edward Blake is winning the standup battle so far.
Blake checks a leg kick.
Blake throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Blake throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T3#
Steel Penn moves out of range as Blake strikes.
Steel Penn is looking for the big counter here.
Blake tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Steel Penn is able to avoid easily.
Steel Penn throws a hook but Blake blocks it.
Blake throws a jab when Steel Penn was well out of range.
Blake thuds a left hand into Steel Penn's body.
Blake uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steel Penn.
Blake throws a right hand that Steel Penn ducks under and follows up with a left that Steel Penn also avoids with ease.
Steel Penn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Blake is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steel Penn.
Blake backing away here, and Steel Penn unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Blake throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Blake is looking to slow Steel Penn down with leg kicks.
Blake moves away from the strike by Steel Penn.
Blake moves out of range of the strikes.
Blake throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blake throws a big shot that misses.#T4##CL#
Blake clinches.
Blake throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Steel Penn looking for a takedown.
Edward Blake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr Steel Penn.
Blake creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Blake scores with a nice hook to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steel Penn letting Blake take a breather here.
Steel Penn avoids a wild elbow strike from Blake.
Blake tries to work over Steel Penn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice left hand lands by Blake.
Steel Penn is trying to force a seperation but Blake has the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Blake dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Blake's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A big right from Steel Penn misses.
Steel Penn slips a straight right by Blake.
Steel Penn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Blake lands with a nice body kick.
Blake dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Steel Penn. That did some damage!
Steel Penn tries to close the distance and clinch but Blake swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Blake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steel Penn can do to turn this around?
Blake scores with a nice strike.
Steel Penn missing with a left hand there. Blake was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steel Penn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake misses with a hook. Steel Penn ducked under it nicely.
Blake throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blake tests Steel Penn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Blake moves away from the strike by Steel Penn.
Steel Penn checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Blake connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Steel Penn's hands.
Nice shot lands for Blake.
Blake misses with a leg kick
and Steel Penn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blake fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Steel Penn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steel Penn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steel Penn throws a low kick but Blake moves out of range easily.
Steel Penn throws a body punch but Blake moves out of range.
Steel Penn misses with a looping left.
Steel Penn checks a low kick from Blake.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Blake avoids it with no problem.
Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steel Penn throws out a counter right but Blake avoids it with no problem.
Steel Penn moves out of range of the body kick.
Blake backing away here, and Steel Penn unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Blake lands a head kick!
#T2#
Blake throws a right hand that misses
and Steel Penn counters with a leg kick.
Steel Penn on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blake misses with a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steel Penn! But no joy.
Blake misses with a body shot
and Steel Penn counters with a stiff right hand.
Blake throws a leg kick
and Steel Penn counters with a good low kick that Blake was not able to check.
Steel Penn lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab, jab by Steel Penn - just one landing.
Blake fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steel Penn manages to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Steel Penn's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Blake slips a jab and a cross from Steel Penn.
#TD2#
Steel Penn shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Steel Penn looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T3#
Blake is doing well to control the position and prevent Steel Penn from advancing to side control.
Mr Steel Penn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ground and pound from Steel Penn.
Blake tries to roll over but Steel Penn keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura here.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Steel Penn is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Steel Penn throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Blake can't escape the position.
Steel Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Blake is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Steel Penn goes for an armbar but Blake turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Blake.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Edward Blake.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Blake, 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward Blake!
Edward Blake seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
ITFL 1.2
Date: May 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Yaj throws out a loose jab but Steel Penn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yaj definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Yaj feints and as Steel Penn raises his hands in defense, Yaj changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yaj doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yaj manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Yaj working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Steel Penn's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Yaj accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Yaj postures up in Steel Penn's guard and throws a big left but Steel Penn blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yaj trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1##SUB2#
Steel Penn throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Yaj escapes and throws Steel Penn's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Steel Penn is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Yaj keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Steel Penn is looking for a sweep. Yaj is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Yaj trying to mount his opponent but Steel Penn defends it.
Yaj is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Steel Penn has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Yaj postures up in Steel Penn's guard and throws a big left but Steel Penn blocks it. #T2#
Steel Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Steel Penn, not yet.
Steel Penn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yaj.
Steel Penn wants to sweep but no luck.
Yaj postures up and lands a big shot to Steel Penn's brow. #SUB2#
Steel Penn is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Yaj has his hands clasped together but Steel Penn extends and breaks Yaj's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Steel Penn.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mr Steel Penn!
A very excited looking Mr Steel Penn rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Mar 22, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn and Edward Charles Brock. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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 4 wins and 1 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Edward Charles Brock!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Robert Douchet and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn darts in and clinches Brock up against the cage.
Brock is looking for a takedown.
Steel Penn gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (0) Brock
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Brock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage.
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
Brock is pressing down on Steel Penn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brock has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Steel Penn should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Brock has tightened it up now! Steel Penn should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Edward Charles Brock!
Edward Charles Brock is the new heavyweight champion!
Edward Charles Brock decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Mar 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn and Richard Kuklinski. 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 heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 1 losses; Richard Kuklinski!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kuklinski clinches up with Steel Penn and pushes him back against the cage.
Steel Penn has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kuklinski clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (0) Kuklinski
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuklinski can't escape the position.
Kuklinski rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Steel Penn prevents Kuklinski from improving his position.
Steel Penn passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (7) vs (0) Kuklinski
Steel Penn trying to control the position but Kuklinski is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kuklinski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kuklinski is trying to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn working away.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Kuklinski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kuklinski is looking to regain half guard here but Steel Penn keeps moving and retains side control.
Kuklinski manages to get back to half guard.
Kuklinski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn is trying to work for a kimura but Kuklinski is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kuklinski keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but Kuklinski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kuklinski is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kuklinski regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kuklinski looking to control.
Steel Penn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kuklinski wants to control but Steel Penn passes easily into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuklinski keeping control of the position.
Kuklinski is pressing down on Steel Penn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kuklinski has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (10) vs (0) Kuklinski
Kuklinski is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kuklinski is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuklinski is trying to control Steel Penn's posture but Steel Penn avoids it.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura but Kuklinski is defending well.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but Kuklinski denies him.
Kuklinski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kuklinski is looking to control Steel Penn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kuklinski avoid being mounted?
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kuklinski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kuklinski is trying to control the position but Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn looking to pass the guard.
Kuklinski has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.
Kuklinski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Steel Penn defends well.
Kuklinski looking to control.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kuklinski's guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kuklinski wants to get back to full guard.
Kuklinski keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Steel Penn is pressing down on Kuklinski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kuklinski is holding on for now.
Steel Penn moves into full mount! Kuklinski won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (13) vs (0) Kuklinski
Kuklinski tries to improve his position but Steel Penn has taken his back! Steel Penn has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Kuklinski tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Steel Penn pushes Kuklinski away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 20, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn and Niten Dōraku. Dōraku is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Ides Of Light - Jucifer. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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 2 wins and 1 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Niten Dōraku!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Steel Penn fails with a takedown attempt.
Dōraku tries to counter by closing the distance.
Steel Penn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Steel Penn looks to clinch
and Dōraku counters with a shoot takedown. Steel Penn fights it but they end up in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Dōraku
Dōraku trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn controls Dōraku momentarily but Dōraku frees himself.
Dōraku sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dōraku trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dōraku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn is keeping the position for now.
Dōraku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dōraku trying to control the position from guard on top but Steel Penn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn pulls Dōraku in close to prevent any damage.
Steel Penn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Dōraku is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Steel Penn has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Dōraku is looking to defend but Steel Penn has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Dōraku! Steel Penn pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Dōraku taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mr Steel Penn!
After the fight, Mr Steel Penn was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
In defeat, Niten Dōraku stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you for the fight, Jacob. Congrats on the win. Hopefully a rematch once I improve! '. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Steel Penn and Moses Sithole. Sithole comes into a darkened arena with his song building. I Miss The Misery 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 heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Mr Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Moses Sithole!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Kenichi Hosakawa and Sosuke Kotani.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sithole looks for a takedown but Steel Penn sprawls well.
Steel Penn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sithole prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sithole lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Sithole
Sithole wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Steel Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Sithole is proving a slippery customer.
Steel Penn working for submissions but it's allowed Sithole to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sithole seems to be working for a kimura but Steel Penn defends the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sithole 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.
Sithole seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Steel Penn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sithole is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sithole is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control from the bottom.
Steel Penn moves into full guard.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn controlling the position.
Steel Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sithole doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sithole manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sithole wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sithole is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Steel Penn is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Steel Penn has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Sithole
Sithole wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Sithole has his hands on Steel Penn's head, controlling the position.
Sithole working a defensive guard but Steel Penn manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (5) vs (2) Sithole
Steel Penn looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sithole, who protects the arm well.
Sithole struggling a bit here.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sithole has escaped the position, nice work there.
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!
Sithole is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Steel Penn is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (7) vs (2) Sithole
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sithole is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn looking for a guillotine from mount but Sithole is having none of it.
Sithole tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Steel Penn tries to control but Sithole wriggling away.
Sithole slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Steel Penn prevents Sithole from improving his position.
Sithole trying to control from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to work for a kimura but Sithole is defending well.
Steel Penn is thwarting Sithole's attempts to control the position.
Sithole manages to get to full guard.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Sithole is keeping the position.
Sithole escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Steel Penn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sithole is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (10) vs (2) Sithole
Sithole is looking for a sweep.
Sithole keeps trying to improve his position.
Steel Penn looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sithole has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sithole is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Sithole is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sithole is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
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That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sithole is trying to get back to half guard.
Sithole holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sithole is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sithole is trying to get back to half guard.
Sithole is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sithole tries to buck Steel Penn off but Steel Penn is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Sithole's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Steel Penn has hold of Sithole's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Sithole tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Steel Penn cranks the arm and Sithole screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Sithole, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mr Steel Penn!
In his post fight interview, Mr Steel Penn started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 11, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mason Capwell and Mr Steel Penn. 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 heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Mason Capwell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Mr Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yuuki Gou.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Capwell closes the distance and clinches.
Capwell is fighting off a takedown attempt but Steel Penn is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Capwell to the mat. Capwell regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Capwell (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Capwell wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and Steel Penn has taken Capwell's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and Capwell has been forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mr Steel Penn!
Mr Steel Penn was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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