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Event:
GKNY 80 - Kinshaw v Donalds
Date: Jul 16, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Abai closes the distance and clinches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Abai just misses with a elbow thrown towards Andersson's brow.
Abai gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Andersson.
Abai stops a takedown attempt from Andersson.
Andersson is working for takedown but Abai is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abai pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Abai gets underhooks to prevent Andersson's takedown attempt.
Abai lands a nice knee to the body.
Abai throws an elbow but it misses.
Andersson blocks an elbow strike from Abai.
Abai tries to throw a body punch but Andersson avoids it by throwing Abai back against the cage.
Abai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andersson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Abai gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Abai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Abai has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Andersson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Abai lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Andersson hold on?!
#T1#
Abai lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Andersson hold on?!
Abai gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Abai lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Abai doesn't have the hooks in and Andersson manages to turn into his guard.
Abai wants to stand and escape but Andersson is having none of it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Andersson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Andersson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Abai is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Andersson is controlling him.
Abai can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Andersson controls the pace.#T2#
Andersson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Abai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #ES2#
Abai has his feet on Andersson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD#
Andersson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Andersson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andersson stops Abai from standing up.
Andersson tries to free his leg and advance position but Abai is retaining full guard.
Andersson wants to control from the top but Abai keeps moving.
Andersson passes into half guard.
Andersson is keen to just control but Abai is a slippery customer.
Abai has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at WildBoar's Pig Pen (Strength and Conditioning) $40. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T3#
Abai wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Andersson is looking for a kimura here.
Abai is trying to stand.
Andersson wants to free his trapped foot but Abai is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Abai is trying to stand back up but Andersson is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Andersson tests Abai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Andersson stalks Abai and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Abai's face. Abai staggers backwards, shaken.#T4#
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Andersson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Abai scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Andersson manages to mount him!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Abai is trying to stand.
Andersson thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Abai is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Andersson landing strikes, looking to finish!
Andersson lands a nice shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ibrahim Abai will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Abai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andersson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andersson dives in for a single leg takedown but Abai sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Abai rushes Andersson and presses him up against the cage.
Abai can't find room to land a body shot as Andersson controls the action.
Abai looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Andersson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Abai after a bit of a struggle.
Andersson avoids a wild elbow strike from Abai.
Abai gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Abai stops a takedown attempt from Andersson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andersson dodges an elbow strike from Abai.
Andersson looking for a takedown.
Andersson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Abai after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters up against the cage, Abai throws an elbow but misses.
Andersson is trying to drag Abai to the mat but Abai just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Abai lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Anders Andersson has been cut.
Abai lands an elbow inside that Andersson shrugs off.
Andersson can't get the takedown.
#T1#
Andersson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Abai has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Abai throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Abai throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Anderssons head. #TD#
Abai is fighting off a takedown attempt but Andersson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Abai to the mat. Abai regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Abai is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Andersson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Abai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Andersson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Abai pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Abai lands a body punch in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Abai lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Andersson wants to take the fight to the mat but Abai manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ibrahim Abai seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Abai lands an elbow inside.
Andersson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Abai fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Abai fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Andersson, pushing him back against the cage.
Andersson takes an elbow to the temple.
Nice elbow from Abai. #T2#
Abai is pressed up against the cage. Andersson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Abai down to the mat. Abai avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Abai has managed to clinch.
Abai lands an elbow inside that Andersson shrugs off.
Abai comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #TD2#
Abai drags the fight down to the ground.
Andersson won't allow Abai to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Abai manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Andersson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andersson thuds his right hand into Abai's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Andersson lands with a right hand.
Abai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Andersson tries to keep at a distance but Abai has taken the fight into the clinch.
Abai can't find room to land a body shot as Andersson controls the action.
#T3#
Abai misses with an elbow over the top.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Abai.
Andersson avoiding damage as Abai throws knees to the body.
Andersson has Abai pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Abai manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Andersson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Abai is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Abai misses with an elbow strike.
Andersson blocks an elbow strike.
A nice left hand lands by Abai.
Abai struggles to land a body shot inside as Andersson controls his hands.
Abai creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Andersson's defenses.
Andersson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Abai pulls his leg out and moves away.
Andersson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andersson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#CL2#
Abai has Andersson up against the cage in a clinch.
Andersson takes an elbow to the forehead. #T4#
Andersson dodges an elbow strike from Abai.
Abai lands an elbow inside that Andersson shrugs off.
Andersson avoids a wild elbow strike from Abai.
Nice elbow from Abai.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Abai.
Abai misses with a punch to the body.
Andersson tries to stall but Abai uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Abai misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Abai misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andersson avoids a wild elbow strike from Abai.
Abai lands a body shot.
Abai lands a nice elbow.
Abai prevents a takedown attempt there.
Abai lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Abai lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andersson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Andersson is trying to drag Abai to the mat but Abai just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibrahim Abai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Anders Andersson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Abai instigates a clinch.
Abai pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD2#
Abai turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Abai works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Abai lands some shots froms side control.#ROC2#
Andersson is rocked!
Abai landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Oh Andersson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Abai lands a strong strike to the head of Andersson. That's dazed him! Abai looking to finish here. Andersson is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Abai lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ibrahim Abai!
Ibrahim Abai 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:
GKNY 76 - Sackett v Markovic 2
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Abai throws a leg kick #TD#
and Andersson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Andersson is stalling in the full guard.
Andersson throwing strikes from guard but Abai blocks nicely.
Andersson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andersson tries to free his leg and advance position but Abai is retaining full guard.
Abai keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson tries to free his leg and advance position but Abai is retaining full guard.
Andersson trying to control but Abai is working from the bottom.
Andersson looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Andersson prevents Abai from getting back to his feet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
We've been hearing that Andersson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Abai closes the distance and pushes Andersson back into the cage.
Abai missing with knees to the body.
Abai throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Anderssons head.
Abai prevents a takedown attempt there.
Abai throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Abai throws an elbow but it misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Abai throws an elbow but misses.
Andersson goes for a takedown attempt but Abai pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Andersson circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD#
Andersson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Abai napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Andersson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Abai is trying to buck Andersson off.#T2#
Andersson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #SUB#
Andersson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Andersson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Abai wants to get back to his feet.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Andersson trying to control the action but Abai is working from the bottom.
Andersson prevents Abai from escaping the position.#T3#
Andersson controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Andersson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Abai is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Abai wants to get back to his feet.
Abai prevents Andersson from improving position. #SUB#
Andersson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Andersson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Andersson tries to move to mount but Abai blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Check out the look on Andersson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Abai is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Andersson has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Andersson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Abai taking a bit of punishment here - Andersson scoring with strikes.
Andersson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Abai wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Andersson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Abai, who protects the arm well. #ES2#
Abai sneaks out the side door and pushes Andersson away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anders Andersson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Abai gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Abai creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Andersson's defenses.
Abai gets underhooks to prevent Andersson's takedown attempt.
A nice left hand lands by Abai.
Abai lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Andersson has Abai pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Abai manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Andersson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Abai pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andersson blocks an elbow strike.
Andersson blocks an elbow strike.
Abai misses with an elbow strike.
Andersson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Abai avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Andersson blocks an uppercut.
Abai throws an elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Abai just misses with a elbow thrown towards Andersson's brow.
With the fighters up against the cage, Abai throws an elbow but misses.
Andersson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Abai throws an elbow but it misses.
#TD2#
Abai has Andersson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Abai pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Andersson tumbling to the mat - Abai dives into Andersson's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andersson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB#
Andersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Abai defends it easily.
Andersson trying to keep a closed guard but Abai is proving a slippery customer.
Abai scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Anders Andersson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Abai is working Andersson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Andersson trying to control the position.
Andersson pulls Abai in close to prevent any damage.
Andersson looking for a sweep. Not yet Andersson, not yet.
Andersson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Andersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Abai is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Abai keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Andersson's head.
Andersson 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.
Abai throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Andersson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Abai slips an elbow through the middle.
Abai throws a big right hand that misses.
Abai loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Abai throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Andersson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Abai throws an elbow that misses. Andersson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Abai's guard. Nice move by Andersson!#REVR#
Abai is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Andersson is controlling him.
Andersson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andersson wants to control from the top but Abai keeps moving.
Abai is looking to stand up but Andersson isn't so interested in that idea. #T3#
Andersson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Andersson won't allow Abai to get back to his feet.
Andersson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Andersson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Andersson trying to control the position from guard on top but Abai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Abai wants to get back to his feet but Andersson passes into half guard.
Abai pushes Andersson off looking to stand but Andersson dives back in and keeps control.
Abai is staying active underneath Andersson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Andersson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Abai with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Abai is not content to let Andersson control the position.
Andersson controlling the action here.
Abai is staying active underneath Andersson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Abai on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Andersson trying to control the action but Abai is working from the bottom.
Abai looks like he's trying to stand up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Andersson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Abai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Andersson somewhat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ibrahim Abai 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#
Andersson scores with a jab.
Anders Andersson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Abai stuffs the takedown attempt from Andersson. Andersson gets slowly back to his feet.
Abai closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Andersson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Abai manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Abai fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Abai tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andersson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Andersson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T1#
Abai stops Andersson from passing to mount.
Andersson trying to control the position but Abai is working away.
Andersson looks up at the clock and then as Abai takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Andersson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Abai is trying to buck Andersson off.
Andersson working the ground and pound.
Andersson working the ground and pound but Abai is defending the strikes.
Andersson prevents Abai from escaping the position.
Andersson is looking to take a break and control but Abai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T2#
Andersson tries to advance to mount but Abai denies him.
You can see the frustration on Abai's face as Andersson controls the position.
Andersson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Abai defending against the ground and pound.
Abai is trying to buck Andersson off.
Abai takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Abai trying to remain calm as Andersson controls from the top position.
Abai dodges the ground and pound from Andersson.
Andersson working the ground and pound but Abai is defending the strikes.
Andersson lands some shots froms side control.#ROC#
Abai is rocked!#T3#
Andersson trying to control the position but Abai is working away.
Abai is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Andersson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Andersson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Abai pushes Andersson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Andersson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Andersson trying to control the position but Abai is working away.
Abai is trying to get back to his feet.
Sloppy strikes there by Andersson.
Andersson controls the position.
Abai is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Andersson is controlling him well.
Andersson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Abai keeps working. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Andersson throws a shot to the body.
Anders Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Abai instigates a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Abai.
With the fighters up against the cage, Abai throws an elbow but misses.
Abai misses with an elbow strike.
Abai throws an elbow but it misses.
Abai is defending well against a takedown attempt.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Abai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Abai misses with an elbow strike.
Andersson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Abai after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andersson dodges an elbow strike from Abai.
Andersson blocks an elbow strike.
Abai gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Andersson is working for takedown but Abai is calmly controlling the position for now.
Abai pushes off an throws an elbow but Andersson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Andersson avoids a wild elbow strike from Abai.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Anders Andersson.
I think Andersson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Anders Andersson!
An out of breath and clearly excited Anders Andersson thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
GKNY 72 - Fist V Sha
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Andersson shoots for a takedown but Palhares saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Andersson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Palhares swivels and escapes.#TD#
Palhares looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Andersson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Palhares tries to pass the half guard into mount. Andersson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.
Palhares wants to lay and pray for a moment but Andersson keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Palhares is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Andersson is just riding it out for now. Palhares eventually gives up the hold.
Palhares prevents Andersson from improving his position.#T1#
Andersson wants to control but Palhares is keeping busy.
Andersson is staying active underneath Palhares, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Andersson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Andersson.
Palhares trying to control the position from guard on top but Andersson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Andersson working for submissions but it's allowed Palhares to get to half guard.
Andersson 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.
Andersson wants to improve his position but Palhares is controlling well.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Palhares wants to work for an arm triangle but Andersson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Palhares trying to control from half guard but Andersson is working away.
Andersson tries to roll over but Palhares keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Andersson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Andersson looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Palhares is defending well. Andersson quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Palhares has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Andersson celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anders Andersson!
Anders Andersson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
GKNY 67 - McKenzie V Defoe
Date: Apr 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Vaziri I I I connects with a right hand. Andersson shakes it off.
Vaziri I I I misses with a hook.
Andersson throws a shot from downtown. Vaziri I I I moves away and avoids it.
Andersson moves out of range of the strikes.
Andersson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vaziri I I I circles away quickly and effectively.
It seemed like Vaziri I I I was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Andersson throws a lazy right hand but Vaziri I I I sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Andersson misses.
Andersson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vaziri I I I connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Andersson momentarily.
Andersson is looking to clinch.
Andersson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Andersson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vaziri I I I misses with a body shot.
Anders Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vaziri I I I throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Andersson counters with a nice double leg 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!
Andersson trying to mount his opponent but Vaziri I I I defends it. #T1#
Vaziri I I I tries to roll over but Andersson keeps him under control.
Andersson content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Andersson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I sees it coming and defends easily.
Vaziri I I I is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Andersson is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vaziri I I I is looking for a sweep. Andersson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vaziri I I I is doing well to control the position and prevent Andersson from advancing to side control.
Andersson trying to control the pace.
Andersson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vaziri I I I knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Andersson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vaziri I I I does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Andersson moves out of range of the strikes.
Andersson tries to counter with a takedown but Vaziri I I I is quick to defend against it.
Vaziri I I I fails to land with a series of punches.
Andersson throws a looping overhand right but Vaziri I I I ducks down to avoid it.
Andersson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vaziri I I I sprawls well. Vaziri I I I wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Andersson gets slowly back to his feet.
A slow jab from Vaziri I I I misses its intended target.
Andersson misses with a two punch combination.
Andersson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Vaziri I I I.
Andersson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vaziri I I I.
Andersson throws a lazy head kick
and Vaziri I I I connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4##CL#
Andersson closes the distance and clinches.
A shot in the inside from Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I scores with a shoulder strike.
Vaziri I I I gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Andersson.
Vaziri I I I misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andersson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vaziri I I I is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vaziri I I I works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andersson wants a takedown.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Vaziri I I I lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vaziri I I I lands a nice uppercut.
Vaziri I I I misses with a punch to the body.
Andersson goes for a takedown attempt but Vaziri I I I pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hossein Vaziri I I I 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##TD#
Andersson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Andersson trying to control but Vaziri I I I is working from the bottom.
Vaziri I I I is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Andersson wants to pass the guard but Vaziri I I I is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Andersson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vaziri I I I keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully. #T1#
Vaziri I I I wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Andersson moves out of range as Vaziri I I I strikes.
Andersson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vaziri I I I throws a counter combo.
Vaziri I I I throws a hook but Andersson blocks it.
Andersson swings widly with a right hand
and Vaziri I I I counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vaziri I I I lands a jab to the nose.
Andersson with a poor takedown
letting Vaziri I I I counter with a right hand.
Vaziri I I I has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vaziri I I I scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
Vaziri I I I connects with a body shot that sends Andersson's belly button to the back.
A punch combination from Vaziri I I I misses.
Andersson shoots in but no luck this time.
Vaziri I I I looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vaziri I I I bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Andersson's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vaziri I I I.
Andersson throws a lazy uppercut
and Vaziri I I I counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Andersson shoots in and gets a takedown into Vaziri I I I's guard.
Andersson trying to control but Vaziri I I I is working from the bottom.
Andersson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Vaziri I I I avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Andersson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Vaziri I I I wants to sweep here but Andersson controlling him for the moment.
Andersson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vaziri I I I is keeping the position for now.
Vaziri I I I keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Andersson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vaziri I I I as he avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Vaziri I I I on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andersson misses with a right hand
letting Vaziri I I I counter with a right hand.
Anders Andersson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vaziri I I I dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Andersson shoots and misses
and Vaziri I I I counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Andersson thinking.
Andersson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Andersson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vaziri I I I is fending him off so far but Andersson persists. Nope, Vaziri I I I circles away and we're back to standing.
A little jabbing left from Vaziri I I I on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A lazy left from Vaziri I I I finds it's target.
Andersson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Andersson staying out of range there.
Andersson fails with the takedown
and Vaziri I I I counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Andersson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hossein Vaziri I I I showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Andersson shoots in looking for a takedown but Vaziri I I I manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Andersson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vaziri I I I looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vaziri I I I misses with a two punch combination.
Andersson attempts a counter takedown but Vaziri I I I avoids it well and moves away.
Vaziri I I I thuds his right hand into Andersson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD#
Andersson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vaziri I I I tries to bench press Andersson off him but Andersson keeps the position.
Vaziri I I I really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Andersson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Andersson tries to advance to mount but Vaziri I I I instead regains half guard.
Andersson is looking to take a break and control but Vaziri I I I is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson stalling. #T1##SUB#
Andersson 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.
Andersson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vaziri I I I keeps working.
Andersson trying to control from Vaziri I I I's half guard. Vaziri I I I has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Andersson looking to sit in guard and control but Vaziri I I I gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##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.
Vaziri I I I is looking to stand up but Andersson won't let him.
Andersson working a defensive guard here.
Vaziri I I I preventing the sweep.
Vaziri I I I trying to control but Andersson is working from the bottom.
Andersson wants to sweep here but Vaziri I I I controlling him for the moment.
Vaziri I I I must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Vaziri I I I got a little sloppy there for a moment and Andersson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vaziri I I I has managed to get both his arms back between Andersson's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Andersson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vaziri I I I content to stall in guard here.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Andersson 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#
Hossein Vaziri I I I is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vaziri I I I keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Andersson is looking to take a break and control but Vaziri I I I is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Andersson is trying to work for a kimura but Vaziri I I I is defending well.
Anders Andersson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##SUB#
Andersson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Andersson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Andersson trying to control from half guard but Vaziri I I I is working away. #SUB#
Andersson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vaziri I I I defends it well.
Andersson wants to take a breather but Vaziri I I I is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Andersson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hossein Vaziri I I I.
I've got Vaziri I I I 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hossein Vaziri I I I!
A relieved looking Hossein Vaziri I I I 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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