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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 Fredrik Stenberg (ranked 110 p4p, 0 weight class) and The Sandman (ranked 3379 p4p, 0 weight class). Sandman is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Mr. Sandman. 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 0 wins and 0 losses; Fredrik Stenberg! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; The Sandman!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Shigeki Sano and Shigeki Fujiwara.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Stenberg gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Stenberg gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Stenberg (2) vs (0) Sandman
Stenberg wants to pass to mount but Sandman is defending the position.
Stenberg wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sandman keeps working.
Stenberg tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sandman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Stenberg in particular looking to stall.
Stenberg tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sandman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Stenberg seems to be looking for submissions.
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman actively working from the bottom here.
Stenberg works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (5) vs (0) Sandman
Sandman regains half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stenberg trying to control from half guard but Sandman is working away.
Still in half guard, Stenberg seems content to control.
Sandman actively working from the bottom here.
Stenberg wants to advance to full mount but Sandman doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenberg can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sandman has his foot on Stenberg's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stenberg works his way back into a safe position though.
Sandman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stenberg gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Stenberg trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stenberg is pushing down on Sandman's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sandman is fighting to maintain full guard but Stenberg has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sandman is refusing to be controlled, as Stenberg sits in half guard.
Stenberg performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sandman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenberg can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Stenberg tries to free his leg and advance position but Sandman is retaining full guard.
Sandman working for a triangle but Stenberg defends it easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing Stenberg from controlling successfully.
Stenberg tries to free his leg and advance position but Sandman is retaining full guard.
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenberg doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenberg manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stenberg wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving.
Stenberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sandman is keeping the position for now.
Stenberg drops back looking for a leg! Sandman is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sandman manages to kick Stenberg off! Stenberg jumps back into Sandman's guard.
Stenberg engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stenberg advances to half guard.
Sandman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sandman is refusing to be controlled, as Stenberg sits in half guard.
Sandman moves into full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Stenberg's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stenberg is aware though and is defending well.
Sandman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stenberg defends well.
Stenberg got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenberg has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Sandman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stenberg is aware though and is defending well.
Stenberg sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sandman's guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sandman is looking for a sweep. Stenberg is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stenberg wants to work for an arm triangle but Sandman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Stenberg is trying to control the action in half guard but Sandman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Stenberg is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Stenberg (8) vs (0) Sandman
Stenberg fails to advance to Sandman's back.
Stenberg looking to control but Sandman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Stenberg controlling the position easily from mount.
Sandman can't escape the position.
Sandman is squirming around, avoiding Stenberg's attempts to control the action.
Sandman is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Stenberg has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Stenberg (11) vs (0) Sandman
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Stenberg looking for the choke from the back.
Sandman defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Stenberg's arms.
Stenberg has managed to slip his arm under Sandman's chin. This could be all over... yep, Sandman is tapping out! Submission win for Stenberg.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fredrik Stenberg!
A less than humble Fredrik Stenberg misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
In defeat, The Sandman stepped up to the mic, saying 'cunt was doped up'. |
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Event:
GAMMA#703 Bubba v Bryant 4
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Shaw takes a swing at Sandman's ribcage but misses.
Shaw throws a hook to the side of Sandman's head but Sandman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sandman moves out of range of the strikes.
Shaw tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Shaw throws a sloppy head kick and Sandman moves out of range easily.
Shaw with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Shaw has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD The Shark Tank in the buildup to the fight.
Shaw misses with an uppercut. Sandman saw that one coming.
Sandman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sandman throws a hook to the side of Shaw's head but Shaw sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Shaw with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sandman to score with a decent uppercut.
Shaw's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sandman under the eye.
Sandman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A jab lands there for Sandman.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shaw just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Shaw throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jack Shaw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shaw swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Sandman misses with a hook. Shaw ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Shaw finds it's way through Sandman's defenses.
Sandman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Shaw throws out a leg kick but Sandman moves out of range and Shaw only half commits.
Sandman with the counter takedown but Shaw avoids it easily.
Sandman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Shaw finds it's way round the side to connect with Sandman's head.
Shaw connects with a nice looking jab.
Shaw jabs Sandman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Shaw has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shaw there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shaw looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sandman or perhaps it was just good defense by Shaw, which made it look bad.
A jab from Shaw misses.
And Sandman tries to counter it with a takedown but Shaw pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Shaw has Sandman up against the cage in a clinch.
#T2#
Sandman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Shaw gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Shaw lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sandman tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jack Shaw has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.#TD2#
Sandman pulls Shaw into guard.
Sandman wants to sweep here but Shaw controlling him for the moment.
Shaw trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Shaw got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shaw has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Sandman wants to sweep here but Shaw controlling him for the moment.
Shaw pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sandman is keeping the position for now. #T3##SUB2#
Sandman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sandman looking for a sweep. Not yet Sandman, not yet.
Shaw stands and throws Sandman's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Shaw tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shaw has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sandman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Shaw's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sandman wants to improve his position but Shaw is controlling well.
#SUB#
Shaw is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sandman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shaw. #SUB2#
Sandman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shaw pulls his head out easily.
Shaw is pressing down on Sandman's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sandman is holding on for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Shaw dominated that round.
That's time! Shaw's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice shot lands for Sandman.
Shaw pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shaw misses the shot to the body.
Sandman blocks a head kick by Shaw.
#CL2#
Sandman darts in and clinches Shaw up against the cage.
Shaw misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shaw lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Shaw is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sandman can do to turn this around?
Sandman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shaw misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Sandman pulls Shaw into guard.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing Shaw from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sandman is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Shaw wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Sandman wants to control from the top but Shaw keeps moving. #SUB#
Sandman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shaw has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sandman has managed to get both his arms back between Shaw's legs - danger averted.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sandman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Shaw is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sandman defends well.
Shaw is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Shaw pulls Sandman in close to prevent any damage.
Sandman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Shaw tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sandman distracts Shaw with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Shaw working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sandman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sandman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sandman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Shaw tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shaw keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Shaw working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sandman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Shaw is tightening it up a little... Sandman has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Sandman reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Sandman taps out! Nice BJJ there by Shaw!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jack Shaw!
A less than humble Jack Shaw misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The Sandman spoke after the fight, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#699 Shin v Hyde
Date: Mar 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Sandman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ericsson misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Ericsson didn't expect that.
Ericsson wants to sweep here but Sandman controlling him for the moment.
Sandman pushing down on Ericsson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ericsson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sandman is working away from the top position though.
Sandman is nestled in close to Ericsson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ericsson controlling the position well.
Ericsson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ericsson is looking to control Sandman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ericsson avoid being mounted?
Ericsson is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Ericsson is concentrating on defense, preventing Sandman from advancing position.
Ericsson is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ericsson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ericsson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Sandman is working for a kimura but Ericsson is defending it quite comfortably.
Ericsson taking some punishment here, with Sandman in his half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sandman working Ericsson over with strikes.
Ericsson trying to control but Sandman postures up.
Ericsson wants to get back to full guard.
Ericsson is pressing down on Sandman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sandman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ericsson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sandman advances position into side control!
Ericsson sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ericsson defends it well. #T3##SUB2#
Sandman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ericsson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sandman.
Ericsson is looking for a sweep. Sandman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ericsson tries to get to full guard but Sandman has control of the leg.
Sandman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Sandman is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Sandman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ericsson sees it coming and defends easily.
Sandman trying to control the action but Ericsson is working from the bottom.
Ericsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sandman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ericsson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ericsson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sandman is out of range. #TD#
Ericsson gets a takedown into half guard.
Sandman wants to improve his position but Ericsson is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ericsson is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman is trying to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sandman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ericsson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ericsson wants to control but Sandman is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sandman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ericsson cracks Sandman with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ericsson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sandman looking for a sweep. Not yet Sandman, not yet.
Ericsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Sandman throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ericsson escapes and throws Sandman's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sandman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sandman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ericsson slips a nice elbow through Sandman's hands, connecting with Sandman's forehead.
Sandman is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ericsson pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Sandman tries to roll over but Ericsson keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ericsson slows the pace down in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sandman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ludvig Ericsson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##KD#
Ericsson lands a big head kick that sends Sandman tumbling to the mat! Ericsson takes a step backwards and waves Sandman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Sandman is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like The Sandman has been cut.
Ericsson throws a front kick that sends Sandman stumbling back into the cage.
Sandman blocks the body kick.
Ericsson is looking to land body kicks.
Sandman throws a body punch but Ericsson moves out of range.
Sandman 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.
Sandman with a poor takedown
and Ericsson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Ericsson catches Sandman right on the button with a cross.
The fighters circling - Ericsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sandman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ericsson defends it nicely.#T1#
Ericsson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sandman doesn't seem bothered though.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ericsson.
#KD#
Ericsson lands a big head kick that sends Sandman tumbling to the mat! Ericsson takes a step backwards and waves Sandman back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Sandman is still on wobbly legs! Can Ericsson finish him?
Ericsson closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Sandman out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ludvig Ericsson!
The Sandman was interviewed post fight and said 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#694 Bubba v Simmons
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Sandman moves into the clinch successfully.
Von Lee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Von Lee.
Von Lee struggles to land a body shot inside as Sandman controls his hands.
Von Lee lands an uppercut.
Von Lee lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nice body punch from Von Lee - that landed with a thud.
Von Lee throws a punch but it's blocked by Sandman.
Sandman is trying to drag Von Lee to the mat but Von Lee just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sandman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Von Lee prevents it.
Von Lee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sandman drops down looking for an ankle pick but Von Lee pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Von Lee with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sandman to score with a decent uppercut.
Von Lee cracks a nice hook into Sandman's ribs.
Sandman moves forwards but Von Lee connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Sandman misses with a left hand
and Von Lee counters with a nice uppercut.
Von Lee lands a big right hook! Sandman looks hurt but is still standing! Von Lee lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Sandman falls down and Von Lee dives in with a huge hammer fist! Sandman's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Von Lee runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Clifton Von Lee!
An out of breath Clifton Von Lee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated The Sandman had this to say: 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#689 Bubba v Hoyce
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1#
West keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sandman.
Sandman looks to throw the jab but West is out of range.
West misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sandman.
West defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sandman.
A swing and a miss from Sandman.
Sandman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
West looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
West lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from West.
West misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sandman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from West.
Sandman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sandman lands with an uppercut that bounces West off the cage and back into range.
West bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sandman's head backwards.
West throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1##TD#
West gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but West is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
West is controlling Sandman's posture.
West is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
West pulls Sandman in close to prevent any damage.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sandman stopping the sweep attempt from West.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
West wants to stand up but Sandman is controlling him. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now West is on top in guard.
#REVB#
West scoring with punches to the head and body.
West postures up and lands a big shot to Sandman's brow.
West postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
West won't allow Sandman to sweep him here. #SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
West trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sandman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
West is in close to Sandman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
West's corner is telling him to maintain position.
West trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
West cracks Sandman with a solid left hand.
West wanted to stand there but Sandman had control of the position. #SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. West defends it easily.
West trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sandman has momentary wrist control but West slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
West got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, West has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.#T4#
West lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but West defends easily.
West working some strikes from top position.
West slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
West lands a few punches from side control.
West scoring with punches from side control.
Sandman is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at #ICC4ISREAL, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
West swings around for an armbar but Sandman sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into West's guard.
West wants to get back to his feet but Sandman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sandman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy West dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from West misses the target.
Sandman lands an overhand right.
West throws a jab when Sandman was well out of range.
West fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sandman manages to avoid it.
Sandman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
West throws a nice looking combination but Sandman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
West tries to keep at a distance but Sandman has taken the fight into the clinch.
West is trying to maintain a safe position but Sandman gets an underhook and turns West into the cage.
West swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sandman tries for a takedown but West manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman has West pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. West manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sandman goes for a takedown attempt but West pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
West just misses with a punch to the body.
#KD2#
West lands a head kick that stumbles Sandman and the fighters go to the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
West trying to move into half guard but instead Sandman has managed to sweep!#REVR#
West looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
West has Sandman pulled in close to control his posture.
The Sandman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
West wants to sweep but no luck.
West looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
West is looking for a triangle but Sandman pushes his legs off easily.
Sandman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. West swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Sandman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
West looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there.
Sandman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of West's head.
West is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sandman is controlling him.
West is trying to keep Sandman in close.
Sandman looking to pass the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sandman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sandman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
West wants to sweep here but Sandman controlling him for the moment.
Sandman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sandman advances position into side control!#SUB#
Sandman tries for a kimura but West is defending well.
Sloppy strikes there by Sandman.
Sandman in side control, throwing shots but West defends.
West is looking to regain half guard here but Sandman keeps moving and retains side control.
Sandman lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
West is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
Sandman working away.
Sandman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#ROC#
West is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Billy West has been cut.
Sandman wants to lay and pray for a moment but West keeps working.
West is still in real trouble! Can Sandman finish him?
Sandman lands a strong strike to the head of West. That's dazed him! Sandman looking to finish here. West is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Sandman lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Sandman!
The Sandman 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:
GAMMA#683 Hoyce v Gunnar 2
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Theodorou takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Theodorou throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown. Theodorou fights it but they end up in guard.
Sandman is working Theodorou over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sandman stopping the sweep attempt from Theodorou.
Sandman postures up in Theodorou's guard and throws a big left but Theodorou blocks it.
Theodorou keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Theodorou preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Theodorou is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sandman 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.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Theodorou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theodorou is controlling Sandman's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Theodorou is trying to keep Sandman in close.
Sandman throws a big elbow that misses.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sandman throws an elbow that misses. Theodorou uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sandman's guard. Nice move by Theodorou!#REVB##SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sandman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Theodorou is one step ahead there.
My spies in Pride inform me that Theodorou has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Theodorou trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Theodorou defends it easily.#T2#
Sandman wants to sweep here but Theodorou controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but Theodorou pushes his legs off easily.
Theodorou stands up over Sandman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Theodorou defends it easily.#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Theodorou defends well.
Theodorou postures up in Sandman's guard and throws a big left but Sandman blocks it. #T3#
Theodorou trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sandman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Theodorou is aware though and is defending well.
Theodorou distracts Sandman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Theodorou keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sandman's head.#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Theodorou defends easily.
#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but Theodorou pushes his legs off easily.
Theodorou must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Theodorou's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Theodorou lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4##SUB#
Sandman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Theodorou is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Theodorou defends easily.
#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Theodorou defends easily.
Theodorou throwing strikes from guard but Sandman blocks nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Theodorou postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Theodorou defends easily.
Theodorou working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sandman moves away from the strike by Theodorou.
Sandman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sandman throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Theodorou counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sandman!
Theodorou wants to control but Sandman is keeping him busy.
Theodorou working the ground and pound.
Sandman is looking for a sweep.
Theodorou working the body and head with strikes.
Sandman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sandman wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theodorou is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sandman is pressing down on Theodorou's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Theodorou is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Sandman has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Theodorou doesn't defend quickly enough and Sandman has managed to lock this one up! Can Theodorou escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Sandman on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). The Sandman!
A victorious The Sandman thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
GAMMA#679 DaCoca vs Steigelman
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Sandman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Sandman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sandman scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Sandman shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shaw's guard.
Sandman won't allow Shaw to sweep him here.
Sandman passes Shaw's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shaw keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sandman wants to control but Shaw is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shaw is defending against the submission attempts here by Sandman.
Sandman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Sandman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Shaw is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sandman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sandman working the head and body with strikes.
Sandman is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sandman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Shaw is not content to let Sandman control the position.#SUB2#
Shaw looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shaw is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sandman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Shaw wants to improve his position but Sandman is controlling well.
#T2##SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
Sandman stops Shaw from getting back to his feet.
#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura but Shaw is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sandman to get the leverage.
Nice strikes from Sandman there.
Sandman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Shaw tries to roll over but Sandman keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sandman is trying to control the action in half guard but Shaw is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Shaw wants to improve his position but Sandman is controlling well.
Sandman slips a nice elbow through Shaw's hands, connecting with Shaw's forehead.#T3#
Shaw is looking for a sweep. Sandman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sandman is thwarting Shaw's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Sandman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Sandman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sandman lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shaw defends it well.
Sandman wants to free his trapped foot but Shaw is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Sandman trying to control from Shaw's half guard. Shaw has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Sandman distracts Shaw with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Shaw is looking for a triangle but Sandman pushes his legs off easily.
Shaw wants to stand and escape but Sandman is having none of it.
Sandman stands up over Shaw, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sandman connects with a couple of short punches.
Shaw is adopting a defensive guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sandman looks to throw the jab but Shaw is out of range.
Sandman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shaw counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD#
Sandman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Shaw quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Shaw pushes Sandman off and gets back to his feet.
Sandman shoots in for a double leg but Shaw sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Shaw is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sandman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sandman misses with a looping left.
Shaw stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Shaw wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sandman throws a jab when Shaw was well out of range.
Shaw looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Sandman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Shaw has time to react.
Shaw's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sandman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Shaw scrambles back to his feet.
Sandman moves out of range as Shaw strikes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sandman, as that shot connected.
A jab from Sandman finds it's way through Shaw's defenses.
Shaw leaves Sandman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sandman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shaw was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Shaw tries to clinch but Sandman is having none of it. #T2##KD2#
Shaw throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Sandman stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Shaw follows into mount! #ROC2#
Sandman is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like The Sandman has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The Sandman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shaw trying to control but Sandman is having none of it. #SU2#
Shaw stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
A leg kick checked by Sandman.
Sandman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Shaw sprawls and moves away.
Sandman shoots in looking for a takedown. Shaw tries to sprawl out of it but Sandman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Shaw manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Shaw steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sandman.#T3#
Sandman looks to land a left hand but Shaw moved out of range nicely.
Shaw tries to counter with a clinch but Sandman shakes him off and moves away.
Sandman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shaw defends it nicely.
Shaw steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sandman.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sandman or perhaps it was just good defense by Shaw, which made it look bad.
Sandman misses with an uppercut
and Shaw cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Shaw takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sandman fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Shaw was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sandman misses with a straight right.
Shaw wants to counter the offense by Sandman and move into the clinch position.
Shaw has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sandman finds it's way round the side to connect with Shaw's head.
Sandman is looking to clinch.
Sandman lands with a cross.
Sandman tries for a takedown but Shaw sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jack Shaw seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sandman misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Shaw showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on The Sandman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Good exchange - Shaw coming out on top.
Sandman with a poor takedown
and Shaw counters with a nice uppercut.
Sandman tries for a takedown but Shaw circles away easily
and as Sandman loses concentration momentarily, Shaw counters with a picture perfect head kick! Sandman goes down, out cold! The referee rushed in to check on his condition - I'm sure he'll be ok but that was a massive knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jack Shaw!
Jack Shaw thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, The Sandman stepped up to the mic, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
gc 178
Date: Nov 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Ruth comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ruth throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Ruth didn't expect that.
Ruth looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ruth has his hands on Sandman's head, controlling the position.
Sandman trying to control but Ruth is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ruth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruth 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#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Sandman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ruth lands with a punch from half guard.
Ruth drops an elbow to the side of Sandman's head. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back.
Ruth takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sandman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ruth's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ruth's back!
Ruth breaks Sandman's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB2#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ruth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ruth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Sandman working for a triangle but Ruth defends it easily.
#T2##SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ruth defends well.#SUB2#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ruth defends it easily.
Ruth throwing strikes from guard but Sandman blocks nicely.
Ruth preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ruth can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Ruth content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Sandman has locked up a guillotine! Sandman's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Ruth is holding on here and Sandman must be using up a lot of energy. Ruth has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Sandman gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Sandman!
A relieved looking The Sandman 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:
gc 171
Date: Oct 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Sandman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rodgers misses with a double jab.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown but Rodgers shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sandman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rodgers tries to avoid it but Sandman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rodgers to the ground. Rodgers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rodgers scores with a hook to the body. Sandman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sandman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rodgers sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Andy Rodgers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rodgers. Sandman does a little dance to reset his feet.
A shot to the body from Rodgers misses #TD2#
and Sandman counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodgers'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.
Sandman throws an elbow that misses. Rodgers uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sandman's guard. Nice move by Rodgers!#REVR##SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle here but Rodgers uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sandman looks to move to half guard but instead Rodgers has passed into mount! Damn!#T1#
Rodgers controlling from mount.
Sandman is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SU#
Rodgers stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Sandman throws a jab but it's blocked by Rodgers.
Rodgers misses with a looping right.
Rodgers misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown. Rodgers fights it but they end up in guard. #T2#
Sandman is pushing down on Rodgers's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodgers is fighting to maintain full guard but Sandman has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodgers blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sandman.
Sandman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rodgers defending well though.
Sandman misses with a head shot. Rodgers uses the momentum to regain guard.
Rodgers avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sandman stops Rodgers from standing up.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Rodgers is keeping the position.
Rodgers will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodgers avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sandman throwing strikes but missing. #T3##SUB2#
Sandman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rodgers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sandman has Rodgers in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Rodgers defends easily.
#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle here but Rodgers uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Sandman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Sandman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Sandman wants to get back to full guard but Rodgers has mounted him!
Sandman is working to get back to half guard.
Sandman keeps trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andy Rodgers dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Sandman darts in looking for a takedown but Rodgers gets double underhooks and turns Sandman into the cage.
Jab, jab by Sandman - just one landing.
Rodgers looks to throw the jab but Sandman is out of range.
Rodgers moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sandman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rodgers.
The crowd cheers as Rodgers lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sandman doesn't seem phased though.
Rodgers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sandman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodgers just misses with a punch to the body.
Rodgers throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Sandman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rodgers's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Rodgers is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sandman is controlling him. #T1#
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but Rodgers has wrist control.
Rodgers preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rodgers utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman trying to control but Rodgers is working from the bottom.
Sandman throws an elbow that misses. Rodgers uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sandman's guard. Nice move by Rodgers!#REVR##SUB2#
Rodgers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodgers has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking to cinch up a triangle. Rodgers throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Sandman's body to avoid the submission. Sandman has instead reached around Rodgers's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Sandman arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Sandman!
Our winner, The Sandman, 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:
GAMMA#661 Keenan v Citizen
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Von Lee clinches up against the cage.
Good body shot from Von Lee.
Sandman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Von Lee is defending well.#BC2#
Von Lee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Von Lee throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Sandman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Von Lee won't be happy with that.
Von Lee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sandman throws a strike aimed at the side of Von Lee's head but Von Lee avoids it well.
Von Lee is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sandman's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sandman 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.
Von Lee is trying to maintain the position but Sandman is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Von Lee is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sandman pulls his head out easily.
Von Lee avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sandman.
Sandman trying to control from half guard but Von Lee is working away. #T1#
Von Lee holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Sandman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sandman thows a huge punch but Von Lee dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Von Lee defends it well.
Von Lee is looking to improve his position.
Von Lee is doing well to control the position and prevent Sandman from advancing to side control.
Sandman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Von Lee moves into full guard.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Von Lee is trying to keep Sandman in close.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Von Lee is keeping the position.
Sandman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Von Lee's head.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Von Lee managing to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sandman advances position into side control!
Von Lee holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T3#
Von Lee is looking to reverse the position.
Von Lee gets back to half guard.
Sandman wants to free his trapped foot but Von Lee is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Von Lee wants to improve his position but Sandman is controlling well.
#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Von Lee still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Von Lee has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Von Lee trying to control the action but Sandman is working from the bottom.
Sandman taking punishment in the form of punches.
#T4#
Sandman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Von Lee wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Von Lee looks up at the clock and then as Sandman takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Von Lee smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sandman is looking to reverse the position.
My spies in Dr Hatsumi's Clinic inform me that Von Lee has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sandman is working hard here to advance position.
Von Lee tries to stand but Sandman is controlling his head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sandman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Von Lee's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Von Lee takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
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 The Sandman will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Von Lee misses with a head kick.
Sandman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Von Lee throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sandman is looking to clinch but Von Lee is avoiding it.
A clash of legs there as Sandman blocks the low kick.
Sandman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Von Lee looks to land a body kick but Sandman moved away.
Clifton Von Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Von Lee looks to throw the jab but Sandman is out of range.
Von Lee looks for the body kick but Sandman saw that one coming.
Sandman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Sandman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman misses with the ground and pound.
Sandman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sandman in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Von Lee regains half guard, as Sandman was trying to land strikes. #T1#
Von Lee is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sandman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sandman's back!
Sandman is really stuck here.
Von Lee connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Sandman to escape the position.
#T2#
Von Lee is hanging on to Sandman's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Sandman is trying to roll into a better position but Von Lee has get a rear naked choke and Sandman is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Clifton Von Lee!
A relieved looking Clifton Von Lee thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The Sandman was interviewed post fight and said 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#656 Goodman v Diehard
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Sandman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Esposito on the side of the head. #TD2#
Esposito gets a takedown into half guard.
Sandman is refusing to be controlled, as Esposito sits in half guard. #SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back.
Nice strikes from Esposito there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman wants to improve his position but Esposito is controlling well.
Sandman is working hard here to advance position.
Sandman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Esposito lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Esposito is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Esposito doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Esposito manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Esposito postures up in Sandman's guard and throws a big left but Sandman blocks it.
Esposito must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Esposito trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sandman wants to sweep but no luck.
Esposito tries to free his leg and advance position but Sandman is retaining full guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Esposito makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sandman wants to hit a switch here but Esposito passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sandman there!
Sandman is trying desperately to improve position.
Sandman has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Esposito's lack of action.
Esposito seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sandman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Esposito is trying to control. Sandman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Esposito connects with a nice short shot to Sandman's temple. #SUB#
Sandman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Esposito pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Esposito scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sandman wants to get back to full guard.
Esposito controlling the action here.
Sandman wants to improve his position but Esposito is controlling well.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sandman is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Esposito scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sandman is pressing down on Esposito's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Sandman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Esposito gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Esposito defends it easily.
Sandman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Esposito looking to sit in guard and control but Sandman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Esposito lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Javier Esposito dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sandman takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sandman checks a low kick from Esposito.
Esposito looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sandman lands a glancing blow to the side of Esposito's head.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Esposito has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Esposito finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sandman is defended easily by Esposito.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Esposito fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sandman to the ground. Esposito is now in Sandman's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Esposito accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Sandman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Esposito is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Sandman throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Esposito escapes and throws Sandman's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sandman is looking to reverse the position.
Esposito lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Sandman down.
Esposito tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Esposito creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T2#
Sandman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Esposito wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Esposito working the ground and pound.
Sandman is looking for a sweep.
Sandman on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Esposito lands a nice forearm strike.
Sandman taking a bit of punishment here - Esposito scoring with strikes.
Esposito wants to control but Sandman is keeping him busy.
Esposito is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Esposito landing a few strikes. #T3#
Esposito wants to control but Sandman is keeping him busy.
Sandman is trying to get back to half guard.
Esposito lands some shots froms side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandman is looking to regain half guard here but Esposito keeps moving and retains side control.
Esposito cracks Sandman with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Esposito trying to control the position but Sandman is working away. #T4#
Esposito controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Esposito working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Esposito is looking to take a break and control but Sandman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Esposito working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Esposito tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sandman tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Javier Esposito showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sandman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Sandman forces Esposito back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Sandman turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Sandman manages to end up in side control.
Sandman throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Sandman in side control, throwing shots but Esposito defends.
Javier Esposito has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sandman throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The ground and pound from Sandman seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sandman misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#SUB#
Sandman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Esposito knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Sandman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Esposito, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esposito is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Sandman is looking to take a break and control but Esposito is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Esposito wants to control but Sandman postures up.#SUB#
Sandman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Esposito is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Esposito has escaped the position, nice work there.
Esposito managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Sandman.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sandman is looking to take a break and control but Esposito is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sandman throws an elbow but Esposito slips to the side and avoids it well.
Esposito is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Esposito manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sandman's best efforts.#SUB#
Sandman seems to be working for a kimura but Esposito defends the submission attempt.
Esposito moves into full guard.
#T3#
Sandman throws a big elbow that misses.
Esposito is trying to control the position but Sandman postures up.
Sandman stands up out of Esposito's guard for a moment - Esposito manages to land a nice upkick.
Esposito utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Esposito keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Sandman throwing strikes but missing.
Esposito looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Esposito throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Esposito didn't expect that.
Esposito keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Esposito keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Javier Esposito is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Esposito manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sandman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Sandman utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Esposito content to stall in guard here.
The Sandman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sandman looking for subs off his back but Esposito has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Sandman showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Esposito 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Javier Esposito!
The defeated The Sandman had this to say: 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#652 Sito v Emelienko
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Ericsson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ericsson connects with an inside leg kick.
Ericsson throws the left hand but Sandman avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Ericsson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sandman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ericsson pulls his head out easily.
Ericsson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sandman's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ericsson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sandman is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Ericsson trying to control the pace.
Ericsson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sandman wants to improve his position but Ericsson is controlling well.
Sandman taking some punishment here, with Ericsson in his half guard.
Sandman is looking for a sweep. Ericsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ericsson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sandman is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sandman is in trouble now - Ericsson has advanced to mount!
Sandman is looking to improve his position but Ericsson isn't that keen on the idea.
Sandman is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ericsson trying to control but Sandman is having none of it. #T3#
Ericsson prevents Sandman from getting the reversal.
Ericsson fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Sandman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ericsson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sandman is working to get back to half guard.
Ericsson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ericsson wants to control the pace but Sandman is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Ericsson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sandman haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ericsson with good strikes from the mount here!
Ericsson wants to control the pace but Sandman is squirming around nicely.
Ericsson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sandman is trying to escape the mount.
Ericsson lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sandman is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ericsson landing strikes from the mount and Sandman is in trouble! #ROC2#
Sandman is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ericsson postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Sandman is out cold - huge knockout for Ericsson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ludvig Ericsson!
The defeated The Sandman had this to say: 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#647 Wolek v Citizen
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Theodorou looks to land a right hand but Sandman moved out of range.
Theodorou avoids the body shot from Sandman.
Theodorou pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sandman feinted with a counter takedown.
Sandman lands a jab.
Theodorou takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sandman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Theodorou.
Theodorou takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD#
Sandman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Theodorou quickly recovers to half guard.
Theodorou wants to control but Sandman is keeping busy.
Theodorou has his hands clasped together around Sandman's back. He's all about the action.
Sandman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Theodorou defending well though. #T1##SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Sandman is working for a submission of some sort.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Theodorou gets back to full guard.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Theodorou keeps moving.
Theodorou is pulling down on Sandman's head to control his posture. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Theodorou is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sandman keeping full guard, as Theodorou tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Theodorou.
Theodorou chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Theodorou got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Theodorou has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Theodorou must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Theodorou got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Theodorou has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Theodorou with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Theodorou working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Theodorou landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman has his foot on Theodorou's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Theodorou works his way back into a safe position though.
Theodorou lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Theodorou doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Theodorou manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Theodorou stopping the sweep attempt from Sandman.#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Theodorou avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sandman is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Theodorou is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sandman distracts Theodorou with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Theodorou keeps moving.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Theodorou works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sandman looking to pass the guard.
Sandman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Sandman shoots in looking for a takedown. Theodorou tries to sprawl out of it but Sandman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Theodorou manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Theodorou scores with a jab. Sandman acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD2#
Theodorou looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sandman!
Sandman sneaks back into half guard.
Sandman has hold of Theodorou's hands but Theodorou slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theodorou lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Theodorou lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC2#
Sandman is rocked!
Theodorou thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Theodorou lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Oh Sandman is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sandman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sandman seems to have got his legs back now.
Theodorou working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Theodorou preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for a triangle here but Theodorou uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Sandman manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Sandman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Theodorou pulls his head out easily.
Sandman is staying active underneath Theodorou, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Theodorou is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Theodorou winds up and cracks Sandman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Theodorou winds up and cracks Sandman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Theodorou working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Sandman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Theodorou sitting in half guard here. He lands a big elbow that has hurt Sandman! Oh, Sandman is in big trouble! Theodorou lands more strikes and the ref dives in to save him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jake Theodorou!
After winning the bout, Jake Theodorou thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, The Sandman stepped up to the mic, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
GAMMA#644 Origi v Defoe
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Sandman cracks a nice hook into LeBlanc's ribs.
Sandman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sandman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sandman moves in looking to clinch but LeBlanc pushes him off.
LeBlanc throws an overhand right that lands on Sandman's shoulder, as Sandman tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Sandman.
LeBlanc fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sandman jabs at LeBlanc's body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sandman 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.
LeBlanc gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeBlanc lands with an uppercut that bounces Sandman off the cage and back into range.
Sandman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
LeBlanc lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Sandman misses the jab.
LeBlanc looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
LeBlanc blocks a jab.
Sandman looks to throw the jab but LeBlanc is out of range.
Sandman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
LeBlanc takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
LeBlanc lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sandman at a distance.
LeBlanc uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sandman.
Sandman takes a swing at LeBlanc's ribcage but misses.
Sandman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but LeBlanc swivels and escapes.
LeBlanc throwing a counter right hand but Sandman manages to avoid it.
Sandman just misses with a punch to the body.
LeBlanc is looking to counter punch.#T2#
LeBlanc takes one on the chin but seems OK.
LeBlanc moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sandman cracks LeBlanc with a good jab.
LeBlanc tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sandman was well out of range. Poor timing from LeBlanc.
LeBlanc has been working on his boxing with his coaches at School Of Fighting in the buildup to the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sandman misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from LeBlanc misses its target.
Claude LeBlanc is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
LeBlanc misses with a series of wild punches.
Sandman lands a nice shot that snaps LeBlanc's head back.
LeBlanc misses with an uppercut. Sandman saw that one coming.#T3#
Sandman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sandman misses the shot to the body.
LeBlanc throws a jab when Sandman was well out of range.
Sandman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sandman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. LeBlanc defends it nicely.
A quick step to the side and LeBlanc tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab from Sandman.
LeBlanc buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sandman misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Sandman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from LeBlanc.
Sandman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Good exchange - Sandman coming out on top.
Sandman misses with a looping right.#KD#
Oooooh!!! LeBlanc has knocked Sandman down with a huge combo! LeBlanc steps away and waves a wobbly Sandman back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Sandman is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like The Sandman has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Sandman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeBlanc trying to control the position here.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as LeBlanc works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
LeBlanc not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Sandman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sandman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but The Sandman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on The Sandman's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
LeBlanc is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sandman fails with a takedown attempt.
As Sandman backs away, LeBlanc returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
LeBlanc tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sandman swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Sandman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a kimura here.
Sandman trying to control the action but LeBlanc is working from the bottom. #T1#
LeBlanc keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Sandman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, LeBlanc has managed to free his arm - good work.
LeBlanc is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
LeBlanc tries to get to full guard but Sandman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Sandman is working for a kimura but LeBlanc is defending it quite comfortably.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but LeBlanc defending well.
Sandman throwing shots but LeBlanc is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Sandman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sandman is trying to control the action in half guard but LeBlanc is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
LeBlanc looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3#
Sandman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sandman prevents LeBlanc from improving his position.#SUB2#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
Sandman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sandman breaks from LeBlanc's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Sandman goes for an armbar but he's not got it… LeBlanc turns into him and now he's in Sandman's guard.
#SUB2#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
LeBlanc wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving.
Sandman wants to sweep but no luck.
The Sandman has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Sandman pushes a forearm under LeBlanc's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, LeBlanc is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Sandman!
An out of breath The Sandman 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:
GAMMA#639 Bryant v Hika
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Sandman looks for a takedown but Lodbrok sprawls well.
Sandman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lodbrok lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lodbrok digs a good hook to Sandman's body.
Lodbrok tries to clinch up but Sandman circles away and keeps his distance.
Sandman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lodbrok.
#CL2#
Lodbrok clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Sandman gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lodbrok keeping control of the position.
Lodbrok trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Sandman winds up and cracks Lodbrok with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sandman works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sandman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Sandman lands a big elbow. #ROC#
Lodbrok is rocked!
Lodbrok wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Sandman.
Lodbrok wants to hold on but Sandman pushes him away.
Sandman looking to finish with strikes here!
Lodbrok tries to lock up and control but Sandman gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sandman 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.#T2#
Sandman misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Sandman lands a big elbow.
Lodbrok is still in real trouble! Can Sandman finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sandman postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Lodbrok bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Sandman and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Sandman!
After winning the bout, The Sandman 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:
USFC 157
Date: May 13, 2017 |
#R1#
Ataman lands with a right hand.
Sandman connects with the punch.#TD#
Ataman gets caught flat footed, as Sandman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Ataman is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Sandman dives into side control.
#REVB##SUB#
Sandman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ataman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sandman wants to control but Ataman is keeping him busy.
Ataman defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman is trying to get an arm triangle but Ataman is defending well. #SUB#
Sandman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Sandman working the ground and pound but Ataman is defending the strikes.
Ataman is trying to control Sandman's posture but Sandman avoids it. #SUB#
Sandman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sandman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ataman keeps working.
Ataman is trying to control Sandman's posture but Sandman avoids it.
Sandman lands an elbow. #T2#
Sandman lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ataman managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Sandman.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying to get an arm triangle but Ataman is defending well.
Sandman laying and praying for a moment but Ataman takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ataman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sandman.
Sandman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ataman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3##SUB#
Sandman wants to work for an arm triangle but Ataman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
Sandman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ataman is trying is best to control the position here.
Ataman punching from the bottom.
Sandman throws a strike but Ataman avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Ataman is trying to control the position but Sandman postures up.
Sandman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sandman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sandman throwing strikes but missing.
Sandman 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.
Sandman stands up over Ataman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Sandman distracts Ataman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandman works over Ataman with some ground and pound from guard.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Ataman keeps moving.
Sandman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman has gone for a leg lock! Ataman slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sandman's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ataman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ataman wants to stand but Sandman is controlling his posture from full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman 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#
Sandman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ataman.
Ataman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ataman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ataman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sandman on the side of the head.
Sandman shoots in looking for a takedown but Ataman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sandman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sergiusz Ataman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ataman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sandman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ataman throws a leg kick but Sandman sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ataman fails to land with a series of punches.
Sandman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ataman misses with an uppercut.
Ataman throws an overhand right that lands on Sandman's shoulder, as Sandman tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Ataman misses with a looping right.
A jab from Sandman does it's job there.
Sandman closes the distance and clinches up with Ataman, looking for a takedown. Sandman pushes Ataman against the cage but Ataman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sandman shoots for a double leg takedown but Ataman sprawls well. He's pushed Sandman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A jab from Sandman misses.
Sandman missing with a left hand there. Ataman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sandman misses with a takedown attempt - Ataman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sergiusz Ataman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ataman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sandman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sandman tests Ataman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sandman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ataman doesn't seem bothered though.
Ataman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2##CL2#
Ataman takes the fight into the clinch.
Ataman misses with some punches.
Ataman pressing his opponent against the cage.
Ataman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sandman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ataman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sandman wants a takedown.
Ataman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sandman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sandman looking for a takedown.
Sandman wants to take the fight to the mat but Ataman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sandman tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sandman wants a takedown.
Sandman blocks an uppercut.
Sandman tries to pull guard but Ataman won't allow it.
Sandman wants a takedown but no success here.
Sandman is trying to pull guard but Ataman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T3#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ataman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ataman lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sandman.
Sandman is looking for a takedown.
Ataman stops a takedown attempt from Sandman.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ataman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sandman.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Sandman wants a takedown.
Sandman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Ataman.
Ataman is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sandman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ataman misses with a punch on the inside.
Sandman tries to score a body lock takedown but Ataman shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sandman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ataman gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Sandman is working for takedown but Ataman is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
Ataman misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD#
Sandman manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Sandman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ataman uses it to pass to side control.
Sandman is letting Ataman control him for a moment. #SU2#
Ataman stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Sandman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ataman misses with an uppercut. Sandman saw that one coming.
Ataman lands with a good body shot.
Ataman scores with a sloppy right hand. Sandman should have avoided that one.
Sandman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergiusz Ataman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Sandman.
Ataman looks to land a combination. Sandman sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A combination from Ataman does no damage.
Ataman swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a takedown into side control.
Ataman struggling a bit here.
Sandman misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Sandman has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Ataman!
Sandman working the ground and pound effectively.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandman postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Ataman bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Sandman and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Sandman!
After the big win, The Sandman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors AnonymouS and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
USFC 150
Date: Apr 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Ataman looks to land a right hand but Sandman moved out of range.
Sandman goes for a double leg but Ataman avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ataman continues to drive forward.
We've been hearing reports that Sandman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sandman jabs Ataman right on the nose. Ataman blinks but takes it well.
Sandman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD#
Sandman throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ataman was covering up waiting for the punch and Sandman finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sandman passes Ataman's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Sandman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sandman wants to control but Ataman is keeping him busy.
Ataman has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ataman is defending against the submission attempts here by Sandman.
Ataman is trying to maintain the position but Sandman is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Sandman is keen to just control but Ataman is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura but Ataman is defending well.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ataman has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Sandman 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.
Sandman blocks the strikes from Ataman.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sandman is thwarting Ataman's attempts to control the position.
Sandman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ataman keeps working. #SUB#
Sandman is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Ataman as he works his way to full guard.
Ataman keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ataman is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Ataman keeps moving.
Sandman slips nicely into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Sandman seems to be working for a kimura but Ataman defends the submission attempt.
Ataman keeping hold of Sandman's head, controlling as best he can.
Sandman working the head and body with strikes.
Ataman trying to hold on to Sandman's head to control him but Sandman postures up.
Sandman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Sandman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ataman tries to get to full guard but Sandman has control of the leg. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ataman is trying to maintain the position but Sandman is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ataman is just riding it out for now. Sandman eventually gives up the hold.
Sandman working the head and body with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sandman is looking to take a break and control but Ataman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sandman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ataman counters with a nice uppercut.
Ataman is looking to clinch.
Sandman slips under a jab from Ataman.
Sandman throws a jab but it's blocked by Ataman.
A little jabbing left from Ataman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sandman blocks a head kick by Ataman.
Sandman looks to throw the jab but Ataman is out of range.
A jab from Sandman misses.
Ataman lands a jab-cross combination.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sandman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Ataman misses.
Sandman dips to his left and cracks Ataman with an uppercut!
Sandman moves away from the strike by Ataman.
Sandman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ataman sprawls and moves away.
Sandman looks to land a right hand but Ataman moved out of range.#T1#
Sandman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sandman shoots in but Ataman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sergiusz Ataman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sandman misses the jab.
Ataman thuds his right hand into Sandman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sandman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ataman's head.
A punch lands to the side of Sandman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ataman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sandman throws a lazy right hand but Ataman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sandman fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ataman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sandman. #T2#
Ataman misses with a looping right.
Ataman misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Sandman misses its intended target.
Sandman moves away from the strike by Ataman.
Ataman 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.
Ataman misses with a double jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A cross from Ataman lands.
Sergiusz Ataman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ataman misses with a looping left.
Sandman attempts a counter takedown but Ataman avoids it well and moves away.
Ataman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ataman scores with a nice strike.
Sandman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ataman defends it nicely.#T3##TD#
Sandman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ataman's guard.#SUB#
Sandman has gone for a leg lock! Ataman slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sandman's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Sandman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sandman wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but Ataman pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Ataman wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving. #SUB#
Sandman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ataman uses it to pass to side control.
Sandman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ataman not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SU2#
Ataman stands up and beckons Sandman to join him on the feet.
Sandman staying out of range there.
Sandman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ataman.
Ataman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
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!
Sandman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergiusz Ataman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ataman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD#
Sandman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Ataman has one foot on Sandman's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Ataman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sandman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ataman throws out a loose jab but Sandman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ataman lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sandman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sandman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ataman misses with a body shot.
Sandman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sandman tries to counter with a takedown but Ataman is quick to defend against it.#KD2#
Ataman lands a left and a right that send Sandman crashing to the mat, dazed. Ataman thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Sandman is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sandman slips a jab from Ataman.
Oh Sandman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sandman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sandman seems to have got his legs back now.#T1##TD#
Sandman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura but Ataman is defending well.
Sandman works his way into side control.
Ataman regains half guard, as Sandman was trying to land strikes.
Ataman is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ataman is just riding it out for now. Sandman eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
Sandman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Sandman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sandman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sandman lands a nice short elbow.
Sandman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
Ataman is refusing to be controlled, as Sandman sits in half guard. #T3#
Ataman throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Sandman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ataman defending well though.
Ataman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sandman.
Sandman 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.#SUB2#
Ataman looking for submissions off his back.
Sandman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ataman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Still in half guard, Sandman seems content to control.
Sandman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ataman trying to control here.
#SUB#
Sandman is working for a kimura but Ataman is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
Ataman wants to control but Sandman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sandman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ataman trying to control here.
Sandman prevents Ataman from improving his position.#SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura but Ataman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sandman to get the leverage.
Sandman trying to control from half guard but Ataman is working away.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Sandman wants to advance to full mount but Ataman doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Sandman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergiusz Ataman.
I think Ataman 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
USFC 144
Date: Mar 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Lafitte tries to move into range but Sandman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lafitte fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sandman.
Nice defenses there by Lafitte.
Sandman misses with a wild body shot.
Lafitte throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sandman slips a jab and a cross from Lafitte.
Sandman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Axis of Evil in the buildup to the fight.
Sandman throws a shot from downtown. Lafitte moves away and avoids it.
Lafitte plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lafitte as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Sandman tries to keep at a distance but Lafitte has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lafitte tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lafitte lands an elbow inside that Sandman shrugs off.
Sandman blocking some punches.
Lafitte doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD#
Sandman gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Sandman 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.
Sandman wants to take a breather but Lafitte is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Sandman throwing shots but Lafitte is blocking nicely.
Lafitte 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.#SUB#
Sandman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lafitte sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Sandman is working for a kimura here but Lafitte manages to reverse the position and he's now in Sandman's guard.
#SUB#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sandman working for a triangle but Lafitte defends it easily.
#SU2#
Lafitte gets to his feet - Sandman follows without any prompting. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lafitte. #TD#
Sandman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lafitte tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sandman is in Lafitte's guard.
Sandman tries to free his leg and advance position but Lafitte is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sandman tries to free his leg and advance position but Lafitte is retaining full guard.
Sandman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Lafitte keeps moving.
Sandman throwing strikes but missing.
Lafitte utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3##SUB#
Sandman 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.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but Lafitte has wrist control.
Sandman is pushing down on Lafitte's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lafitte is fighting to maintain full guard but Sandman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sandman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lafitte defending well though.
Lafitte is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sandman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lafitte keeping control of the position.
Lafitte trying to hold on to Sandman's head to control him but Sandman postures up.
#SUB#
Sandman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Sandman is working for a kimura but Lafitte is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
Sandman throwing shots but Lafitte is blocking nicely.
Sandman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Lafitte still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Lafitte has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Lafitte working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Henri Lafitte will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lafitte scores with a jab to the jaw.
Henri Lafitte seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lafitte connects with a solid leg kick. #TD#
Sandman drives through with a takedown into Lafitte's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Lafitte kicks Sandman off and gets to his feet.
Lafitte scores with a hook to the body. Sandman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sandman tries for a takedown but Lafitte sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A big left from Sandman misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sandman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lafitte, right into the meat.
Lafitte has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lafitte throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sandman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sandman avoids the head kick by Lafitte.
#T1#
Sandman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lafitte moves away.
Lafitte was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lafitte scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sandman doesn't seem bothered though.
Lafitte connects with a leg kick. Sandman looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lafitte tries a low kick but Sandman avoids it.
Sandman feinted with a counter takedown.
Lafitte tries to clinch #TD#
and Sandman counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Lafitte throws Sandman to one side and escapes!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lafitte fails with an attempt to clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lafitte.
Henri Lafitte seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lafitte throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Sandman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Sandman.
Sandman postures up in Lafitte's guard and throws a big left but Lafitte blocks it.
Sandman slips nicely into half guard.
Sandman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2##SUB#
Sandman is working for a kimura but Lafitte is defending it quite comfortably.
Lafitte wants to get back to his feet.
Lafitte keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Sandman seems to be looking for submissions.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but Lafitte defending well.
Sandman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Sandman stalling away here and it's allowed Lafitte to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Lafitte blocks nicely.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Lafitte blocks nicely.
Sandman trying to control but Lafitte is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lafitte controlling Sandman's posture. #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.#SUB#
Sandman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sandman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but Lafitte has wrist control.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Lafitte is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lafitte is looking to slow Sandman down with leg kicks.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lafitte, right into the meat.
Sandman blocks a low kick nicely.
Sandman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lafitte throws a shot from downtown. Sandman moves away and avoids it.
Lafitte wants to slow Sandman down by chopping away at his legs.
Lafitte scores with a nice head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henri Lafitte showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Lafitte misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lafitte. That's going to slow Sandman down.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lafitte looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lafitte moves in looking to clinch but Sandman pushes him off.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lafitte lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sandman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sandman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sandman throws a hook to the side of Lafitte's head but Lafitte sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lafitte misses with a head kick.
Sandman throws an overhand right that lands on Lafitte's shoulder, as Lafitte tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lafitte throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown. Lafitte fights it but they end up in guard.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lafitte is keeping the position for now.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Sandman works over Lafitte with some ground and pound from guard.
Sandman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lafitte is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lafitte works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sandman postures up in Lafitte's guard and throws a big left but Lafitte blocks it. #SUB#
Sandman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lafitte is keeping the position for now.
Sandman is working hard here to advance position.
Lafitte working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lafitte keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman stays in close to Lafitte's body and controls the position.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Lafitte is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sandman takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lafitte feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sandman's calf.
Sandman tries for a takedown but Lafitte sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lafitte throws a body punch but Sandman moves out of range. #TD#
Sandman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Lafitte manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Sandman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
Lafitte wants to clinch up but Sandman keeps it at a distance.
Sandman sizes up Lafitte with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lafitte connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sandman. Sandman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lafitte takes a swing at Sandman's ribcage but misses.
Sandman shoots in and drives through. Lafitte sprawls well.
Henri Lafitte is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lafitte is looking to chop away at Sandman's legs.
Sandman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lafitte sprawls and moves away.
Lafitte ducks under a wild hook from Sandman.
Sandman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lafitte tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown. Lafitte fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES2#
Lafitte has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sandman is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T4#
Lafitte prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sandman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lafitte gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Lafitte has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A head punch on the inside from Lafitte fails to land.
Henri Lafitte is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sandman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lafitte is pressed up against the cage. Sandman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lafitte down to the mat. Lafitte avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lafitte. That's going to slow Sandman down.
The Sandman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lafitte fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sandman.
Sandman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lafitte flicks out a counter leg kick but Sandman steps away.#CL2#
Lafitte rushes Sandman and presses him up against the cage.
Sandman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lafitte prevents it.
Lafitte lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sandman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henri Lafitte comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lafitte 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henri Lafitte!
In defeat, The Sandman stepped up to the mic, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
USFC 139
Date: Feb 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Laiho misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Laiho misses its intended target.
Sandman ducks under a wild hook from Laiho.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sandman.
A slow jab from Laiho misses its intended target.
Laiho throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laiho connects with a single shot there.
Sandman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laiho.#TD#
Laiho tries to sprawl but Sandman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sandman is nestled in close to Laiho, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sandman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Laiho gets full guard.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laiho is controlling Sandman's posture.
Laiho manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sandman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T1##SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Laiho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Laiho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laiho defends it easily.
Sandman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Laiho working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sandman's head.#SUB#
Laiho got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laiho has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Laiho throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Laiho is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Laiho defends easily.
#SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Laiho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Laiho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Laiho wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving. #SUB#
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Laiho can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Laiho wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving.
Laiho trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sandman's guard.#SUB#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laiho defends it easily.#SUB#
Sandman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Laiho tries to free his leg and advance position but Sandman is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Sandman is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Laiho has his hands clasped together but Sandman extends and breaks Laiho's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Sandman.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Sandman!
The Sandman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, AnonymouS, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
USFC 134
Date: Jan 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Fanning avoids the body shot from Sandman.
Fanning throws a chopping leg kick but Sandman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sandman tries to counter with a takedown but Fanning is quick to defend against it.
A big left from Fanning misses.
Sandman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Sandman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fanning 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.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman looking to sit in guard and control but Fanning gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Fanning avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sandman is trying to control the position but Fanning postures up. #SUB#
Sandman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Fanning defends easily.
Fanning must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Fanning pushes down on Sandman's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fanning prevents Sandman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Fanning is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sandman sees it coming and defends easily.
Sandman is looking for a sweep. Fanning is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Fanning throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sandman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fanning connects with a couple of short punches.
Sandman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fanning is one step ahead there. #T2#
Fanning with a nice head shot there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sandman is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Sandman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Fanning is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sandman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Fanning has his foot on Sandman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sandman works his way back into a safe position though.
Sandman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Fanning's head.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Fanning is keeping the position.
Fanning tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Fanning looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Fanning keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Fanning escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sandman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sandman is in close to Fanning's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sandman throws a strike but Fanning rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sandman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Sandman has his foot on Fanning's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fanning works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Sandman has his foot on Fanning's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fanning works his way back into a safe position though.
Sandman has momentary wrist control but Fanning slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fanning doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fanning manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sandman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fanning manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Fanning is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Fanning is keeping the position.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Fanning seems keen to control Sandman's posture.
Sandman landing with the ground and pound.
Sandman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Fanning's head.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fanning works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fanning keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Fanning is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Fanning lands a really nice looking cross but Sandman seems unphased.
Fanning loads up on a big right hand but Sandman slips the punch.
Sandman tries to counter with a takedown but Fanning is quick to defend against it.
Fanning misses with a straight left.
Fanning has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sandman is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Fanning misses the shot to the body.
Sandman cracks Fanning with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fanning staying out of range there.
Fanning tries to clinch there but Sandman circles away.
Sandman shoots in for a double leg but Fanning sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fanning looks to land a combination. Sandman sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fanning cracks a nice hook into Sandman's ribs.
Sandman shoots in looking for a takedown. Fanning tries to sprawl out of it but Sandman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Fanning manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Fanning throws a shot from downtown. Sandman moves away and avoids it.
Sandman tries to counter with a takedown but Fanning is quick to defend against it.
Fanning moves out of range of the strikes.
Fanning doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fanning scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Fanning.
Fanning misses with a straight right.
Some bone on bone action there as Sandman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sandman feinted with a counter takedown.
Fanning works the jab nicely.
Fanning ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sandman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fanning misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fanning fails to land with a series of punches.
Sanford Fanning seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sandman throws out a powerful jab.
Fanning uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sandman.
Fanning steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sandman.
A swing and a miss from Sandman.#T2#
Fanning fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sandman checks it well.
Sandman attempts a counter takedown but Fanning avoids it well and moves away.
Fanning slips a jab from Sandman.
Fanning throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sandman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fanning throws a head kick that misses.
Sandman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fanning.
Sandman blocks a low kick nicely.
Sandman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Fanning pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Sandman misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fanning.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fanning now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fanning throws a looping overhand right but Sandman ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Sandman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fanning lands a nice shot that snaps Sandman's head back.
Fanning on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sandman slips a straight right by Fanning.
Sandman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Fanning defends it nicely.
Sandman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fanning.
Jab from Sandman.
Fanning misses with an uppercut. Sandman saw that one coming.
Fanning throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T4#
Sandman shoots in but no luck this time.
Fanning dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Fanning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sandman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fanning takes a swing at Sandman's ribcage but misses.
Fanning lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fanning leaves Sandman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Fanning looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fanning lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sandman backs up against the cage.
Fanning slaps away a takedown attempt from Sandman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Fanning lands with an uppercut that bounces Sandman off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanford Fanning showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
A slow jab from Sandman misses its intended target.
Fanning tries a low kick but Sandman avoids it.
Fanning has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sandman goes for a double leg but Fanning avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fanning continues to drive forward.
Fanning wants to counter with a clinch but Sandman pushes him away.
Sandman checks a leg kick.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fanning sprawls well. Fanning wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sandman gets slowly back to his feet.
It seemed like Fanning was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sandman's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fanning under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman misses with a straight left.
Fanning scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fanning uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sandman has time to react.
Fanning connects with the punch.
Sandman misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Sandman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sandman slips a straight right by Fanning.
Fanning digs a good hook to Sandman's body.
Fanning throws the left hand but Sandman avoids the punch easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sandman or perhaps it was just good defense by Fanning, which made it look bad.
Fanning throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sandman lands with a shot to the body.
Fanning scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fanning throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sandman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fanning avoids the body shot from Sandman.
Sandman blocks a head kick by Fanning.
Sandman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fanning misses with a low kick.
#T2#
A big left from Sandman misses.
Fanning misses with a kick to the body.
Fanning just misses with a punch to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Fanning, right into the meat.
Fanning misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown. Fanning fights it but they end up in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Fanning blocks nicely.
Fanning keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sandman postures up in Fanning's guard and throws a big left but Fanning blocks it.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fanning is looking to stand up but Sandman isn't so interested in that idea. #T3#
Sandman is working Fanning over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Fanning working for a triangle but Sandman defends it easily.
Sandman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sandman trying to control but Fanning is working from the bottom.
Sandman looking to sit in guard and control but Fanning gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Fanning lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Sandman looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Fanning has picked Sandman up and slammed him! Sandman can't keep hold of the triangle and Fanning manages to pass to side control!
Sandman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Fanning's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
Sandman trying to control from the bottom.
Fanning takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Fanning wants to pass to mount but Sandman is defending the position.
Sandman gets full guard.
Fanning postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fanning doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fanning manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Sandman looking for subs off his back but Fanning has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Sandman actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanford Fanning really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Fanning thows a leg kick but Sandman checks it #TD#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Fanning didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Sandman stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Fanning throws up his legs and catches Sandman in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Sandman tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Fanning! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sanford Fanning!
Sanford Fanning is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Sanford Fanning thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, The Sandman stepped up to the mic, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
USFC 128
Date: Dec 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Sandman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Montana counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sandman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Montana fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sandman manages to avoid it.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Montana as he jumps to the side.
Sandman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Montana misses with a head kick.
Sandman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Montana defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montana keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sandman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Montana.
Montana lands a front kick.#T1#
Montana throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sandman.
Sandman moves out of range as Montana throws a body kick.
Sandman feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Montanas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD2#
Montana tries to sprawl but Sandman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Montana's coaches at GWad's Playpen have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Sandman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sandman wants to take a breather but Montana is having none of it.
Montana is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sandman is just content to waste time from the top position. Montana takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Montana is on top in guard.
#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sandman looking for a triangle here. Montana is fighting it but it looks tight! Sandman pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Montana is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). The Sandman!
The Sandman is the new light heavyweight champion!
The Sandman really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that AnonymouS logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
USFC 123
Date: Nov 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Sandman.
And Sandman tries to counter it with a takedown but Karelis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A jab from Sandman misses.
Karelis throws a shot from downtown. Sandman moves away and avoids it.
Sandman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Karelis tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sandman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sandman with the counter takedown but Karelis avoids it easily.
Sandman tests Karelis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Karelis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sandman slips a jab from Karelis.
Sandman feints the counter takedown.
Sandman looks for a takedown but Karelis sprawls well.
Karelis lands a slapping body shot.
A swing and a miss from Karelis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karelis misses with a body shot.
Sandman connects with a single shot there.
Karelis scores with a head kick. Sandman tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Karelis moves in looking to clinch but Sandman pushes him off.
Sandman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Karelis on the side of the head.
Sandman throws a lazy right hand but Karelis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Sandman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karelis.
Nice uppercut there from Sandman.
Karelis throws a jab but it's blocked by Sandman.
Karelis tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sandman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sandman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Karelis defends it well.
Karelis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sandman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Karelis defends it well.
Sandman clobbers Karelis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sandman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Karelis lands an overhand right.
Sandman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sandman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Karelis throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Sandman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Karelis's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sandman wants to control from the top but Karelis keeps moving.
Karelis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman. #T2#
Sandman lands a couple of digs.
Karelis keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karelis working a defensive guard here.
Sandman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sandman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Karelis is looking to stand up but Sandman isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Sandman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sandman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Karelis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sandman is fighting to break Karelis's control of his arms but Karelis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Karelis blocks nicely.
Karelis has Sandman pulled in close to control his posture.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Sandman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sandman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sandman passes into half guard.
Karelis is trying to stand up here but Sandman is controlling him well.
Karelis has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sandman is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sandman lands a nice short elbow.
Karelis is trying to stand.
Sandman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sandman scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Karelis has managed to free his arm - good work.
Karelis desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
Sandman drops an elbow to the side of Karelis's head. #SUB2#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura but Karelis is defending well.
#SUB2#
Sandman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sandman lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Sandman seems to be working for a kimura but Karelis defends the submission attempt.
Karelis desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Sandman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Karelis fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sandman throws a hook to the side of Karelis's head but Karelis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sandman avoids the head kick by Karelis.
Sandman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Karelis's head backwards.#TD2#
Sandman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sandman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sandman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karelis has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sandman is working away from the top position though.
Sandman trying to mount his opponent but Karelis defends it.
The Sandman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karelis is trying to stand up here but Sandman is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karelis is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sandman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Karelis pushes Sandman off looking to stand but Sandman dives back in and keeps control.
Sandman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Karelis's head.
Karelis preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #ES#
Karelis manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Sandman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T1#
Sandman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Karelis pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sandman is looking for a takedown.
Sandman wants to take the fight to the mat but Karelis manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kostas Karelis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.
Karelis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sandman is breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Karelis.
Karelis stops a takedown attempt from Sandman.
Nice body punch from Karelis - that landed with a thud.
Karelis scores with a shoulder strike.
Karelis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Karelis scores a nice knee to the body.
Karelis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
A shot in the inside from Karelis.
A nice right hand lands inside from Karelis.
Sandman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sandman on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#TD2#
Sandman gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Karelis seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2#
Karelis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman prevents Karelis from getting back to his feet.
Sandman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Sandman slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sandman wants to control but Karelis is keeping him busy.
Karelis on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Karelis is trying to get back to half guard.
Sandman in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sandman throws an elbow but Karelis slips to the side and avoids it well.
Karelis struggling a bit here.
Karelis is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sandman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T3##SUB2#
Sandman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sandman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Sandman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Karelis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB2#
Sandman tries for a kimura but Karelis is defending well. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Karelis holding on.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Karelis struggling a bit here.
Karelis dodges the ground and pound from Sandman.
Karelis can't do much from the bottom here.
Sandman lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Karelis down.
Karelis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sandman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sandman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB2#
Sandman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Karelis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Karelis wants to control but Sandman postures up.#SUB2#
Sandman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sandman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Karelis struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Karelis has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but The Sandman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Sandman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The Sandman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Karelis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sandman missing with a left hand there. Karelis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sandman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Karelis.
Sandman feints the counter takedown.
Sandman jabs Karelis to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Karelis clinches with his opponent.
Sandman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Karelis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Karelis lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sandman or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karelis misses with the head strike.
Sandman is looking for a takedown.
Sandman is looking for a takedown.
Kostas Karelis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.
Karelis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sandman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sandman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Karelis is defending well.
Karelis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kostas Karelis has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sandman can't get the takedown.
#T1#
Karelis lands a shoulder strike.
Karelis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sandman backwards. #ROC#
Sandman is rocked!
Karelis misses with a punch on the inside.
Karelis tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Karelis misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Sandman gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Karelis regains guard.
Karelis has his hands on Sandman's head, controlling the position.
Sandman postures up in Karelis's guard and throws a big left but Karelis blocks it.
Karelis keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Karelis holds on and takes a little breather.
Sandman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Karelis pulls Sandman in close to prevent any damage. #T2##SUB2#
Sandman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Karelis dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Karelis defends it easily.
Karelis working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sandman being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Sandman is looking to cinch up a triangle. Karelis throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Sandman's body to avoid the submission. Sandman has instead reached around Karelis's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Sandman arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Sandman!
Jumping up and down and very excited, The Sandman waved his t-shirt featuring AnonymouS's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
PF 17 - Boy vs Zaire
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Sandman blocks the body kick.
Bernside lands a glancing blow to the side of Sandman's head.
Bernside misses the shot to the body.
Bernside looks to throw the jab but Sandman is out of range.
Bernside fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sandman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bernside sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sandman somewhat.
Sandman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bernside looks for the body kick but Sandman saw that one coming.
Bernside tries to clinch up#TD#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Bernside didn't expect that. #T1#
Bernside utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but Bernside has wrist control.
Bernside is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sandman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bernside utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bernside holds on and takes a little breather.
We've been hearing that Sandman has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bernside looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bernside preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Bernside utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sandman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sandman preventing the sweep.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bernside is keeping the position for now.
Sandman postures up in Bernside's guard and throws a big left but Bernside blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sandman trying to control but Bernside is working from the bottom.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Sandman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bernside is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bernside has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Bernside passes Sandman's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bernside slips a nice elbow through Sandman's hands, connecting with Sandman's forehead.
Sandman is looking to improve his position.
Sandman wants to control but Bernside is keeping busy.
#T3#
Sandman is trying to get back to full guard.
Sandman works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bernside wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving.
Sandman looking for a sweep. Not yet Sandman, not yet.
Bernside must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sandman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bernside looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Bernside is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sandman trying to control but Bernside is working from the bottom.
Bernside not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Bernside preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bernside keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Bernside wants to sweep here but Sandman controlling him for the moment.
Sandman postures up in Bernside's guard and throws a big left but Bernside blocks it.
Bernside looking for a sweep. Not yet Bernside, not yet.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bernside works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bernside 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.
Sandman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bernside is keeping the position for now.
Sandman 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.
Bernside working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
Sandman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bernside's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Sandman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sandman throws a jab when Bernside was well out of range.
Bernside changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sandman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bernside.
David Bernside seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bernside's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sandman under the eye.
Nice body kick there by Bernside.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bernside but Bernside pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bernside feints a counter leg kick.
Bernside scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bernside.
Sandman throws out a loose jab but Bernside uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Bernside misses.
Sandman slips under a jab from Bernside.#T1#
Bernside takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A jab lands there for Sandman.
Sandman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bernside stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sandman tries for a takedown but Bernside sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bernside misses with a jab, cross combination.
David Bernside is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bernside throws a wild body kick that Sandman sees coming a mile off.
Sandman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bernside gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Sandman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sandman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bernside's head.
Sandman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sandman throws a strike but Bernside avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Sandman lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Bernside working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Bernside blocks nicely.
Sandman stands up over Bernside, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sandman trying to control but Bernside is working from the bottom.
Sandman is pushing down on Bernside's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bernside is fighting to maintain full guard but Sandman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sandman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bernside with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bernside is looking for a sweep. Sandman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bernside is looking to control Sandman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bernside avoid being mounted?
Bernside gets full guard.
Sandman with a nice head shot there.
Bernside keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Bernside avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Sandman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but Bernside blocks nicely.
Sandman stands and throws Bernside's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sandman lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB#
Sandman in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Bernside is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Sandman!
An out of breath and clearly excited The Sandman thanked AnonymouS for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
PF 15 - Bismark vs Abrams
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
#R1#
Sandman throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Bixby counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sandman is looking for a sweep. Bixby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman is in trouble now - Bixby has advanced to mount!
Sandman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bixby with a couple of short strikes.
Bixby working the ground and pound effectively.
#ROC2#
Sandman is rocked!
Bixby loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Sandman scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Bixby land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Bixby stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Buzz Bixby!
A victorious Buzz Bixby thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated The Sandman had this to say: 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
PF 11 - Loveladdy vs Bresnar 2
Date: Sep 03, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Revazshvili gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Revazshvili wants to sweep here but Sandman controlling him for the moment.
Sandman trying to control but Revazshvili is working from the bottom.
Revazshvili will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Sandman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sandman won't allow Revazshvili to sweep him here.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Revazshvili is keeping the position for now.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Revazshvili keeps moving.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman landing some decent shots from guard.
Revazshvili looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Revazshvili keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Revazshvili is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Revazshvili pulls Sandman in close to his closed guard and prevents Sandman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sandman trying to control but Revazshvili is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman preventing the sweep.
Sandman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Revazshvili keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Revazshvili is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sandman tries to free his leg and advance position but Revazshvili is retaining full guard.
Sandman postures up and lands a big shot to Revazshvili's brow.
Revazshvili looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there.
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.
Sandman lands a couple of digs.
Revazshvili keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman controlling from the top position.
Sandman won't allow Revazshvili to sweep him here. #T2#
Sandman postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sandman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sandman scoring with some ground and pound.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sandman chips away with some ground and pound.
Sandman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Revazshvili has his hands on Sandman's head, controlling the position.
Revazshvili looking for a sweep. Not yet Revazshvili, not yet.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Revazshvili keeps moving.
Sandman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Revazshvili working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
Revazshvili trying to control the position.
Sandman cracks Revazshvili with a solid left hand.
Revazshvili working a defensive guard here.
Sandman landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Sandman trying to control but Revazshvili is working from the bottom.
Revazshvili tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sandman wants to control from the top but Revazshvili keeps moving.
Revazshvili utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sandman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Revazshvili keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
Revazshvili wants to sweep but no luck.
Sandman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Revazshvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Revazshvili is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Revazshvili avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Revazshvili is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Revazshvili trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Revazshvili can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sandman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Sandman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Revazshvili preventing the sweep.
Revazshvili stands up over Sandman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Revazshvili loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Revazshvili defends easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but Revazshvili pushes his legs off easily.
Revazshvili stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sandman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Revazshvili postures up and lands a big shot to Sandman's brow. #T5#
Revazshvili preventing the sweep.
Revazshvili is working Sandman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Sandman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Revazshvili is aware though and is defending well.
Revazshvili scoring with punches to the head and body.
Revazshvili with a flurry of punches that miss.
Revazshvili has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Revazshvili defends it easily.
Sandman is trying to control the position but Revazshvili postures up.
Our spies down at at The Axis of Evil inform us that Sandman has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Revazshvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Revazshvili is looking to work some ground and pound but Sandman has wrist control.
Revazshvili works over Sandman with some ground and pound from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Revazshvili accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Revazshvili working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Revazshvili can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Sandman is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Revazshvili rolls with it to try and escape but Sandman cranks on the arm and Revazshvili is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Sandman!
After the big win, The Sandman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors AnonymouS and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
PF6 - Kane vs Steele
Date: Jul 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Sandman closes this distance looking for a takedown but De Jager circles away.
De Jager throws a body punch but Sandman moves out of range.
De Jager throws an overhand right that lands on Sandman's shoulder, as Sandman tries to avoid the shot.
De Jager displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sandman throws out the jab.
De Jager tries to score with a low kick but Sandman moves his leg out of the way.
De Jager bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sandman misses with a hook.
De Jager turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
De Jager tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sandman was well out of range. Poor timing from De Jager.
Sandman goes for a double leg but De Jager avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as De Jager continues to drive forward.
Sandman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
De Jager avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
De Jager keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Sandman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract De Jager.
Sandman looks to land a left hand but De Jager moved out of range nicely.
De Jager walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sandman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
De Jager tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sandman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sandman slips a jab and a cross from De Jager.
De Jager misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Jager keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sandman.#T1#
De Jager bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sandman's head.
Sandman slips a jab from De Jager.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says De Jager as he avoids it easily.
Bismarck De Jager has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.#CL#
De Jager clinches with his opponent.
De Jager swings away with an uppercut that misses.
De Jager lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Sandman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've been hearing reports that De Jager has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
De Jager is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
De Jager lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
De Jager lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
Sandman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but De Jager gets the underhooks and prevents it.
De Jager lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
De Jager gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sandman.
Sandman is trying to drag De Jager to the mat but De Jager just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
De Jager misses with some punches.
#T2#
De Jager throws a head punch that misses.
De Jager throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD2#
Sandman lands a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sandman stopping the sweep attempt from De Jager.
Sandman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sandman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
De Jager working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman won't allow De Jager to sweep him here.
Sandman postures up in De Jager's guard and throws a big left but De Jager blocks it.
Sandman landing some decent shots from guard.
De Jager keeping full guard, as Sandman tries to pass.
De Jager looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandman is one step ahead there.
De Jager keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully. #T3#
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as De Jager works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
De Jager looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sandman looking to pass the guard.
Sandman lands a couple of elbows.
De Jager avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sandman chips away with some ground and pound.
Sandman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of De Jager's head.#T4#
Sandman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sandman stands up over De Jager, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
De Jager is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
De Jager avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
De Jager tries to land a sweep but no joy.
De Jager avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sandman throws a big elbow that misses.
De Jager preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sandman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed De Jager's guard.
Sandman performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sandman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
De Jager is looking for a sweep. Sandman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T5#
Sandman misses with a head shot. De Jager uses the momentum to regain guard.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but De Jager has wrist control.
Sandman throwing strikes from guard but De Jager blocks nicely.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Jager is keeping the position for now.
De Jager is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sandman trying to control but De Jager is working from the bottom.
De Jager looking to control.
Sandman distracts De Jager with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
De Jager is pulling down on Sandman's head. It's preventing any offense from Sandman, at least for the moment.#T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
De Jager is trying to control the position but Sandman postures up.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sandman won't allow De Jager to get back to his feet.
De Jager preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
De Jager trying to keep a closed guard but Sandman is proving a slippery customer.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but De Jager has wrist control.
Sandman scoring with some ground and pound.
Sandman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
De Jager avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
De Jager working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
Sandman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
De Jager keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully. #T7#
De Jager not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as De Jager works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
De Jager is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sandman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as De Jager works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but De Jager is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sandman is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Jager misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sandman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sandman. #T8#
Sandman shoots in looking for a takedown. De Jager tries to sprawl out of it but Sandman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. De Jager manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sandman checks a leg kick.
De Jager leaves Sandman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
De Jager throws a leg kick but Sandman checks it.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says De Jager as he avoids it easily.
De Jager went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sandman shoots in and drives through. De Jager sprawls well.
Sandman slips under a jab from De Jager.
Sandman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bismarck De Jager is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by De Jager.#TD2#
De Jager gets caught napping as Sandman dives in and scores a takedown. De Jager manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Jager looking to control.
Sandman trying to control but De Jager is working from the bottom.
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.
De Jager controlling the position.#T9#
De Jager working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sandman.
De Jager is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sandman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sandman trying to control but De Jager is working from the bottom.
De Jager has Sandman pulled in close to control his posture.
Sandman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Jager's head.
Sandman throwing strikes but missing.
Sandman is looking to work some ground and pound but De Jager has wrist control.
De Jager utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
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 Bismarck De Jager will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
De Jager will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A shot to the liver by Sandman. Beautiful body shot.
Sandman moves out of range as De Jager throws a body kick.
Sandman scores with a hook to the body. De Jager takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
De Jager scores with a leg kick.
#TD2#
De Jager gets caught flat footed, as Sandman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
De Jager utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sandman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! De Jager is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! De Jager has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sandman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The Sandman has got the better of the ground game so far.
De Jager scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sandman is trying to keep De Jager in close.
#SUB2#
De Jager got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Jager has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.#T1#
De Jager stopping the sweep attempt from Sandman.
De Jager working some strikes from top position.
De Jager looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sandman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but De Jager pushes his legs off easily.
Sandman is trying to keep De Jager in close.
#SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
De Jager wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving.
Sandman 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.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but De Jager defends easily.
De Jager keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sandman's head.
De Jager distracts Sandman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
De Jager scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
De Jager engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sandman has momentary wrist control but De Jager slips an elbow through the middle.
Sandman looking to hit a scissor sweep but De Jager is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Sandman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. De Jager defends it easily.
Sandman keeping full guard, as De Jager tries to pass. #T3##SUB2#
Sandman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Jager doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Jager manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Jager trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sandman has his foot on De Jager's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. De Jager works his way back into a safe position though.
De Jager working some strikes from top position.
De Jager sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
De Jager postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
De Jager stopping the sweep attempt from Sandman.#T4#
De Jager trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Jager has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
De Jager is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
De Jager trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom.
De Jager is in close to Sandman's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but De Jager pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Sandman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but De Jager can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Jager trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Jager got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sandman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Jager has managed to get both his arms back between Sandman's legs - danger averted.
Sandman looking for a sweep. Not yet Sandman, not yet.
De Jager is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
De Jager trying to control the position from guard on top but Sandman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
De Jager is in close to Sandman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing De Jager from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
De Jager is working Sandman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sandman looking to control.
#SUB2#
Sandman working for a triangle but De Jager defends it easily.
#T6#
De Jager not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
De Jager wants to control from the top but Sandman keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sandman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing De Jager from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sandman is looking for a triangle but De Jager pushes his legs off easily.
De Jager seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
De Jager chips away with some ground and pound.#T7#
Sandman can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as De Jager controls the pace.
De Jager won't allow Sandman to sweep him here.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing De Jager from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sandman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Jager trying to control but Sandman is working from the bottom.
De Jager lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Sandman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
De Jager sitting in guard, not really doing much.
De Jager landing with the ground and pound. #T8#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sandman keeping moving, preventing De Jager from controlling successfully.
De Jager lands a couple of digs.
De Jager is in close to Sandman's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Sandman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Jager gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Jager slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
You can see the frustration on Sandman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sandman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
De Jager tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sandman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sandman trying to control here.
#T9#
De Jager wants to control but Sandman is keeping him busy.
Sandman is looking for a sweep. De Jager is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sandman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. De Jager is working away from the top position though.
Sandman is looking to improve his position.
De Jager working over Sandman with some ground and pound. Sandman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
De Jager lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sandman is looking to improve his position.
De Jager content to control rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Jager lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sandman tries to get to full guard but De Jager has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bismarck De Jager showed his dominance in that final round.
I think De Jager has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Bismarck De Jager!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Bismarck De Jager!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Bismarck De Jager!
Bismarck De Jager wins by unanimous decision!
The Sandman was interviewed post fight and said 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
PF4 - Oppelaar vs Kane
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Sandman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fanning takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sandman lands a jab to Fanning's midsection.#CL2#
Sandman moves into the clinch.
Fanning tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fanning doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Fanning fails to land.
Good body shot from Fanning.
Sandman tries for a takedown. No joy.
A shot in the inside from Fanning.
Fanning is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sandman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fanning after a bit of a struggle.
Sanford Fanning has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Sandman.
A short left from Fanning.
Sandman wants a takedown.
Sandman tries to score a body lock takedown but Fanning shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sandman tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fanning lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sandman backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fanning lands a shot to the body.
Sandman looks winded!
Sandman wants to take the fight to the mat but Fanning manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sandman is trying to drag Fanning to the mat but Fanning just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Fanning lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Fanning has a couple of punches blocked by Sandman.
Sandman is looking for a takedown.
Fanning works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Fanning creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fanning lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fanning lands a nice uppercut.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sandman 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.
A head punch on the inside from Fanning fails to land.
Sandman tries to score a body lock takedown but Fanning shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fanning.
Fanning scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC#
Sandman is rocked!
Sandman blocks a body shot from Fanning.
Sandman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fanning fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Fanning cracks Sandman with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sanford Fanning!
After winning the bout, Sanford Fanning thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The Sandman spoke after the fight, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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Event:
USFC 117
Date: May 08, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Sandman forces Kelly back against the cage and clinches.
Kelly tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sandman's elbow.
Kelly lands a nice shot to the body.
Sandman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kelly gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kelly doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sandman wants to take the fight to the mat but Kelly manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kelly stops a takedown attempt from Sandman.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kelly is pressed up against the cage. Sandman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kelly down to the mat. Kelly avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sandman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sandman is looking to clinch but Kelly is avoiding it.
A swing and a miss from Sandman.
Kelly lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kelly slaps away a takedown attempt from Sandman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly moves out of range of the strikes.
Kelly tries a head kick but it misses.
Kelly keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sandman.#CL2#
Kelly moves into range and clinches up with Sandman.#TD#
Sandman has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kelly is trying to keep an underhook but Sandman manages to get the takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Sandman is working for a kimura but Kelly is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Kelly is staying active underneath Sandman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sandman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sandman wants to pass the guard but Kelly is defending well.
Kelly avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sandman.
Kelly is refusing to be controlled, as Sandman sits in half guard.
Kelly pushes Sandman off looking to stand but Sandman dives back in and keeps control.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sandman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kelly defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sandman is trying to work for a kimura but Kelly is defending well.
Kelly tries to kick Sandman off but Sandman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sandman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kelly knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sandman prevents Kelly from standing back up.
#SUB#
Kelly is defending against the submission attempts here by Sandman.
Sandman working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Sandman drops an elbow to the side of Kelly's head.
Sandman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Sandman misses with a head shot. Kelly uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB#
Sandman drops back looking for a leg! Kelly is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kelly manages to kick Sandman off! Sandman jumps back into Kelly's guard.
Sandman throws a big right hand that misses.
Sandman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sandman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kelly manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Kelly gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sandman.
Sandman wants a takedown.
I was talking to Sandman's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sandman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kelly is defending well.#BC2#
Kelly manages to break the clinch.
Sandman fails to land the takedown.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Sandman.
Gerry Kelly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sandman dives in for a single leg takedown but Kelly sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kelly connects with a nice looking jab.
Kelly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sandman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kelly swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a single leg into guard. Kelly didn't expect that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kelly wants to get back to his feet but Sandman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sandman 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.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sandman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sandman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman prevents Kelly from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Kelly kicks Sandman off and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gerry Kelly will probably get the nod.
That's time! Sandman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Sandman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kelly wants to counter the offense by Sandman and move into the clinch position.
Good shot there by Kelly.
Kelly 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.
Kelly looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kelly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A solid body kick from Kelly.
Sandman walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kelly.
Sandman moves out of range of the strikes.
An inside leg kick lands from Kelly.
Kelly misses with a body kick.
Gerry Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kelly is fending him off so far but Sandman persists. Nope, Kelly circles away and we're back to standing.
Gerry Kelly seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sandman throws a hook but Kelly blocks it.
Sandman dives in for a single leg takedown but Kelly sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sandman darts in looking for a takedown but Kelly gets double underhooks and turns Sandman into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Nice shot by Kelly.
Sandman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kelly can pounce on him.
Kelly scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kelly throws a leg kick but Sandman checks it.
Sandman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kelly sprawls and moves away.
Kelly digs a good body shot into Sandman's ribs.
Sandman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kelly has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fighters circling - Kelly throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Sandman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kelly tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sandman is in Kelly's guard.
Sandman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kelly's head.
Sandman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kelly is looking to stand up but Sandman isn't so interested in that idea. #T2##ES2#
Kelly wriggles free and stands up.
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!
Kelly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sandman.
Kelly has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kelly swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
and Sandman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Sandman chips away with some ground and pound.
Sandman lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Sandman 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.
Sandman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kelly is keeping the position for now.
Sandman trying to control but Kelly is working from the bottom.
Kelly wants to stand up but Sandman is controlling him. #T3#
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kelly wants to stand but Sandman is controlling the position.
Kelly keeping moving, preventing Sandman from controlling successfully.
Sandman lands a couple of digs.#ES2#
Kelly has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sandman has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Kelly gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sandman.
Sandman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kelly is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sandman goes for a takedown attempt but Kelly pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sandman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kelly.
Kelly throws a body kick that misses.
Sandman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sandman closes the distance and clinches up with Kelly, looking for a takedown. Sandman pushes Kelly against the cage but Kelly circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4#
Sandman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sandman checks a leg kick nicely.
Kelly tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Sandman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kelly regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Sandman.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sandman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kelly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sandman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sandman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kelly is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sandman is controlling him.
Sandman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerry Kelly showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sandman staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Kelly.
Sandman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kelly circles away.
Kelly wants to clinch up but Sandman keeps it at a distance.
Kelly tests Sandman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kelly lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sandman throws a poor cross that misses
and Kelly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kelly stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sandman takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kelly displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sandman throws out the jab.
Sandman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kelly tries to avoid it but Sandman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kelly to the ground. Kelly escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Sandman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kelly scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
Sandman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kelly as he avoids it easily.
Sandman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sandman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kelly scores with a head kick. Sandman tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sandman fails with a takedown attempt.
Sandman shoots in for a takedown but Kelly shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kelly looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kelly misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kelly misses with a hook.#TD#
Sandman dives in and scores a takedown into Kelly's guard.
Kelly is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sandman trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sandman postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kelly is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sandman, into his guard. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Sandman looking for a guillotine here but Kelly defends easily.
Sandman has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kelly has passed into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kelly controls the position.
My spies in The Axis of Evil inform me that Kelly has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sandman is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Sandman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gerry Kelly is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kelly is looking to take a break and control but Sandman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sandman manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The Sandman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kelly taking some punishment here, with Sandman in his half guard.
Sandman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kelly wants to get back to his feet.
Sandman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kelly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sandman. #ES2#
Kelly manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Sandman throws a jab but it's blocked by Kelly.
Kelly pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sandman is out of range and Kelly settles back down.
Sandman blocks a head kick by Kelly.
#T4#
Kelly scoring well with a low kick there.
Kelly throws a hook to the side of Sandman's head but Sandman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sandman tries to counter with a takedown but Kelly is quick to defend against it.
Jab from Sandman.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sandman. Kelly does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kelly. Kelly obviously looking to wear him down.
Sandman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kelly. Kelly obviously looking to wear him down.
The Sandman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kelly looks to land a left hand but Sandman moved out of range nicely.
Sandman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sandman checks a leg kick.
Sandman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kelly.
Sandman moves out of range of the strikes.
Kelly misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Sandman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kelly's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerry Kelly comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kelly 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerry Kelly!
Gerry Kelly took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Bullet Proof System for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The Sandman spoke after the fight, saying 'cunt was doped up'.
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