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Event:
Gc163
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Unz has a takedown stuffed.
Unz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Abrams throwing a counter right hand but Unz manages to avoid it.
Abrams throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Unz decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Abrams's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Unz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Abrams is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Abrams has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Unz trying to strike off his back.
Unz has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Abrams with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Unz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Abrams defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abrams postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Unz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Abrams stays in close to Unz's body and controls the position. #T1#
Unz wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Abrams got a little sloppy there for a moment and Unz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Abrams has managed to get both his arms back between Unz's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Unz has his foot on Abrams's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Abrams works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Unz is looking for a triangle but Abrams pushes his legs off easily.
Unz wants to improve his position but instead Abrams has moved into half guard.
Abrams is looking to take a break and control but Unz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Abrams lands a nice short elbow.
Abrams wants to take a breather but Unz is having none of it.
Abrams missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Abrams controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Unz actively working from the bottom here.
Abrams is looking to take a break and control but Unz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Unz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Abrams pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.
Abrams slips a nice elbow through Unz's hands, connecting with Unz's forehead.
Abrams working over Unz with some ground and pound. Unz looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Abrams prevents Unz from improving his position.
Unz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Unz has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Abrams escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Abrams!
Abrams wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy. #T3#
Unz taking a bit of punishment here - Abrams scoring with strikes.
Abrams looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Unz is avoiding damage well.
Abrams creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Unz sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Abrams cracks Unz with a big elbow.
Abrams trying to control the position but Unz is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Abrams throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Unz manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Abrams thows a huge punch but Unz dodges it nicely.
Unz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Abrams's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Abrams's back!
Abrams wants to control his opponent's hands but Unz gets his hands free. #ES#
Abrams manages to stand up with Unz still on his back. Eventually Unz drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position. #T4#
Unz blocks a leg kick.
Unz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Abrams circles away.
Taite Abrams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Unz Unz.
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!
Abrams throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Unz counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Abrams wants to control but Unz is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Unz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Unz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Abrams doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Unz. #SUB2#
Unz seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Unz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Abrams has managed to free his arm - good work.
Abrams is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Unz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Taite Abrams 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#
Abrams loads up on a big right hand but Unz slips the punch.
Abrams wants to clinch up but Unz keeps it at a distance.
A head kick misses from Abrams.
Abrams sets himself, and Unz steps forward looking for the clinch! Abrams avoids it this time.
Abrams misses with a head kick.
Abrams misses with a body shot.
Abrams misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Unz counters with a single leg into guard. Abrams didn't expect that.
Unz is standing up over Abrams. Abrams looks to escape but Unz dives into side control.
#REVR#
Abrams manages to work his way to half guard, despite Unz's best efforts.#SUB2#
Unz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Abrams doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Unz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Unz 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.
#T1##SUB2#
Unz is looking for submissions but instead, Abrams has regained full guard.
#SUB#
Unz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Abrams has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Unz has managed to get both his arms back between Abrams's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Unz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Unz drops back, looking for a kneebar! Abrams looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Abrams looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Abrams! #REVR##T2#
Unz tries to buck Abrams off but Abrams is having none of it.
Unz is still trying to improve position.
Unz is not content to let Abrams control the position.
Unz is trying to improve his position.
Abrams in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Unz tries to bench press Abrams off him but Abrams keeps the position.
Unz taking a bit of punishment here - Abrams scoring with strikes. #T3#
Abrams creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Unz is looking to regain half guard here but Abrams keeps moving and retains side control.
Unz parries the strikes from Abrams easily there. Abrams is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Unz to escape.
Unz is trying to improve his position.
Unz manages to work his way to half guard, despite Abrams's best efforts.
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. Abrams connects with a nice short shot to Unz's temple.
Unz is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Unz tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Abrams has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Abrams looking to finish Unz with some ground and pound. This is bad for Unz!#T4#
Unz is looking to improve his position but Abrams isn't that keen on the idea.
Abrams pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Unz is rocked!
Abrams postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Unz bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Abrams and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Taite Abrams!
An out of breath Taite Abrams 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:
RFL 30: Pete vs Altare
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Gordon moves into the clinch.
Gordon throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Unz wants to take the fight to the mat but Gordon manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Gordon lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.#TD#
Unz is trying to trip Gordon. He has hold of a leg but Gordon is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Unz persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Gordon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Unz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Unz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gordon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gordon looking for a sweep. Not yet Gordon, not yet. #SUB2#
Unz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gordon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Unz has managed to get both his arms back between Gordon's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Gordon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Unz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Unz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Gordon has his foot on Unz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Unz works his way back into a safe position though.
Unz passes into half guard.
Gordon tries to get to full guard but Unz has control of the leg. #SUB#
Unz seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB#
Unz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordon doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Unz.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Unz is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Gordon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gordon tries to get to full guard but Unz has control of the leg.
Gordon trying to control but Unz postures up.
#SUB2#
Gordon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gordon gets back to full guard.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Unz tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Unz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gordon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Unz has managed to get both his arms back between Gordon's legs - danger averted.
Gordon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Unz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Unz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gordon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Unz is one step ahead there.
Unz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gordon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Unz is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Unz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gordon is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Gordon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Unz defends well.#SUB#
Unz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Unz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gordon looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Unz 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. #SUB#
Unz drops back looking for a leg! Gordon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gordon manages to kick Unz off! Unz jumps back into Gordon's guard.
We've been hearing that Unz has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Gordon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gordon 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.#SUB#
Unz 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. #SUB2#
Gordon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Unz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Gordon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gordon wants to stand but Unz is controlling the position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Unz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Gordon working for a triangle but Unz defends it easily.
Unz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gordon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gordon is trying to keep Unz in close.
Unz tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Unz won't allow Gordon to get back to his feet.
Unz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#ES2#
Gordon throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Unz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gordon. That one must have hurt.
Unz slips a jab and a cross from Gordon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mel Gordon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Unz Unz's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
No luck for Unz with that takedown attempt.
Unz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Gordon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Unz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Unz takes one to the chin there.#TD#
Unz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Unz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gordon tries to bench press Unz off him but Unz keeps the position. #SUB#
Unz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gordon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Unz's best efforts.#T1#
Unz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gordon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Unz Unz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Gordon makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Unz shoots in looking for a takedown. Gordon tries to sprawl out of it but Unz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gordon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gordon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gordon misses with a left hand #TD#
and Unz counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Gordon sneaks out the side door and pushes Unz away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Unz keeps the fight on the outside.
Unz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gordon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Unz takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Gordon tries a head kick but it misses.
Unz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gordon.
Unz avoids the head kick by Gordon.
Gordon scores with a hook.#T2##TD#
Unz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Gordon is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Unz throws a big elbow that misses.
Unz tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Unz is pushing down on Gordon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gordon is fighting to maintain full guard but Unz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gordon trying to control here.
#SUB#
Unz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gordon defends it well.
Gordon is looking for a sweep. Unz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Unz is trying to work for a kimura but Gordon is defending well.
Gordon is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Unz seems to be working for a kimura but Gordon defends the submission attempt.#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Gordon manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Unz 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. #SUB2#
Gordon is looking for a triangle but Unz pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Gordon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Unz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Unz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Unz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Unz is looking to work some ground and pound but Gordon has wrist control.
Gordon is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Gordon tries to stand but can't do so whilst Unz controls his leg.
Unz gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Unz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gordon defends well.#SUB#
Unz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gordon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Unz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gordon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2#
Gordon gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mel Gordon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Unz Unz's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Gordon goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gordon. That's going to slow Unz down.
Unz dodges the punch combination from Gordon.
Unz darts in looking for a takedown but Gordon gets double underhooks and turns Unz into the cage.
Gordon wants to counter with a clinch but Unz pushes him away.#CL2#
Gordon has managed to clinch.
Unz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gordon lands an elbow inside.
Gordon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Unz backwards.
Gordon pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Gordon trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gordon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gordon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Unz Unz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gordon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Unz backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gordon lands an elbow inside.
Unz jumps guard but Gordon turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Unz is trying to pull guard but Gordon turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gordon misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Gordon digs a right hand underneath Unz's ribcage. Unz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Unz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gordon gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gordon creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Unz's defenses.
Unz tries to pull guard but Gordon holds him up against the cage and eventually Unz drops back down to his feet.
Gordon lands with a left to the head.
Gordon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice elbow from Gordon.
Gordon lands a damaging elbow.
Gordon lands an elbow that stopped Unz in his tracks for a moment. #ROC2#
Unz is rocked!
Gordon lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Unz to his knees! Gordon keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mel Gordon!
A victorious Mel Gordon 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:
RFL 25: Gatsby vs Pete
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Mabogo gets the takedown into side control.
Unz is looking to reverse the position.
Unz is working hard here to advance position.
Unz is not content to let Mabogo control the position.
Unz is looking to regain half guard here but Mabogo keeps moving and retains side control.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy.
Unz managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Mabogo.
Unz tries to buck Mabogo off but Mabogo is having none of it.#SUB2#
Mabogo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Unz has escaped the position, nice work there.
Unz is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy.
Mabogo working the head with strikes.
Unz tries to buck Mabogo off but Mabogo is having none of it.#T1##SUB2#
Mabogo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Unz tries to bench press Mabogo off him but Mabogo keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mabogo working the head and body with strikes.
Unz misses with a strike from the bottom.#SUB2#
Mabogo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Unz has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Unz prevents Mabogo from improving position.
Unz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Unz is not content to let Mabogo control the position.
Unz gets full guard.#T2##SUB#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Unz striking off his back but it's not causing Mabogo any problems. #SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Unz keeping full guard, as Mabogo tries to pass. #SUB#
Mabogo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mabogo looking to pass the guard.
Mabogo trying to control but Unz is working from the bottom.
Mabogo looking to pass the guard.
Mabogo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mabogo distracts Unz with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Unz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mabogo defends it easily.#T3##SUB#
Unz has his foot on Mabogo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mabogo works his way back into a safe position though.
Unz keeping moving, preventing Mabogo from controlling successfully.
Mabogo landing with the ground and pound.
Mabogo tries to free his leg and advance position but Unz is retaining full guard.
Mabogo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Mabogo stands and throws Unz's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Unz is trying to improve his position.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy.
Unz stops Mabogo from passing to mount.
Mabogo has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Unz!
Mabogo controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Mabogo tries to control but Unz wriggling away.
Unz manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Mabogo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Unz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mabogo. #SUB#
Unz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mabogo is keen to just control but Unz is a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mabogo throwing shots but Unz is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kenalemodisa Mabogo dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Unz gets caught napping as Mabogo dives in and scores a takedown. Unz manages to retain guard.
Kenalemodisa Mabogo has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mabogo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mabogo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Mabogo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Unz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mabogo has managed to get both his arms back between Unz's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Unz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mabogo defends well.#SUB#
Unz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mabogo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mabogo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mabogo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Unz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Unz has his foot on Mabogo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mabogo works his way back into a safe position though.
Mabogo works over Unz with some ground and pound from guard.
Mabogo wants to control from the top but Unz keeps moving.
Mabogo looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
Unz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mabogo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Unz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mabogo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mabogo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mabogo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy.
Unz tries to bench press Mabogo off him but Mabogo keeps the position.
Mabogo lands a strong strike to the head of Unz. That's dazed him! Mabogo looking to finish here. Unz is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Mabogo lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenalemodisa Mabogo!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Kenalemodisa Mabogo waved his t-shirt featuring SHINTO's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
RFL 022 Tyyp vs Kriel
Date: Apr 29, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Mabogo clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Mabogo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Mabogo shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Unz is trying to defend but Mabogo finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Unz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Unz'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.#SUB#
Unz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mabogo pulls his head out easily.
Mabogo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Mabogo prevents Unz from improving his position.
Unz taking some punishment here, with Mabogo in his half guard.
Unz misses with some strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Mabogo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Unz is just riding it out for now. Mabogo eventually gives up the hold.
Unz manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
Mabogo forces his way into half guard.
Unz makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Unz.
Mabogo wants to control from the top but Unz keeps moving. #SUB#
Unz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mabogo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mabogo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Unz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mabogo wants to pass the guard but Unz is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Mabogo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Unz wants to sweep but no luck.
Mabogo pushes down on Unz's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Mabogo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Unz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Mabogo works his way into side control.
Mabogo controls the position.
Mabogo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Unz keeps working.
Unz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Unz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Unz gets full guard.
Mabogo advances position into side control!
Unz tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3##SUB2#
Mabogo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Unz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mabogo looks up at the clock and then as Unz takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Mabogo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Unz tries to bench press Mabogo off him but Mabogo keeps the position.
Unz is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Mabogo is trying to get an arm triangle but Unz is defending well.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Mabogo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Unz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mabogo is looking to take a break and control but Unz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Unz gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T4#
Mabogo wants to control the pace but Unz is squirming around nicely.
Unz slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Unz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mabogo pulls his head out easily.
Unz moves into full guard.
Unz keeping moving, preventing Mabogo from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Unz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mabogo defends well.
Mabogo advances position into side control!
Unz prevents Mabogo from improving position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Mabogo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Unz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mabogo off and has taken his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kenalemodisa Mabogo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Mabogo throws a head kick but Unz moves out of range.
#TD2#
Mabogo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Unz's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Unz is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB#
Unz 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.
Mabogo wants to sweep but no luck.
Unz being controlled here momentarily.
Mabogo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mabogo is trying to keep Unz in close.
#SUB2#
Mabogo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Unz is aware though and is defending well.
Mabogo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Unz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Unz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Mabogo wants to sweep but no luck.
Unz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mabogo pulls Unz in close to his closed guard and prevents Unz from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mabogo is trying to control the position but Unz postures up. #SUB#
Unz drops back looking for a leg! Mabogo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Mabogo manages to kick Unz off! Unz jumps back into Mabogo's guard.
Mabogo working a defensive guard here.
Mabogo seems keen to control Unz's posture.
Unz pushes down on Mabogo's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Unz wants to pass the guard but Mabogo is defending well.
Mabogo gets back to full guard.
Unz won't allow Mabogo to sweep him here.
Kenalemodisa Mabogo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Unz throwing strikes from guard but Mabogo blocks nicely.
Mabogo wants to sweep here but Unz controlling him for the moment.
Mabogo can't keep his opponent in guard - Unz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Unz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mabogo is looking to control Unz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mabogo avoid being mounted?#T3##SUB#
Unz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mabogo is just riding it out for now. Unz eventually gives up the hold.
Mabogo wants to control but Unz is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Unz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Unz is looking to advance position but Mabogo won't allow it.
Unz passes to side control.
Mabogo sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mabogo is looking to control Unz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mabogo avoid being mounted?
Mabogo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Unz scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mabogo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Mabogo is pressing down on Unz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Unz is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Unz is defending against the submission attempts here by Mabogo.
Unz works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Unz Unz will probably get the nod.
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#
Mabogo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Unz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Unz gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Unz wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Unz pulls guard successfully.
Mabogo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Unz is refusing to be controlled, as Mabogo sits in half guard.
Unz moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Unz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Unz keeping moving, preventing Mabogo from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mabogo looking to pass the guard.
Mabogo preventing the sweep. #T1#
Mabogo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Unz is keeping the position for now.
Mabogo pushes down on Unz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mabogo prevents Unz from improving his position.#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.
Mabogo trying to control from half guard but Unz is working away.
Mabogo wants to free his trapped foot but Unz is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Mabogo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Mabogo wants to pass the guard but Unz is defending well. #SUB#
Unz actively working from the bottom here.
Mabogo wants to free his trapped foot but Unz is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mabogo lands with a punch from half guard.
Well, if Mabogo is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Unz won't allow Mabogo to pass to mount.
Mabogo works his way into side control.
Unz tries to improve position but can't.
Mabogo tries to advance to mount but Unz denies him.
Unz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3#
Mabogo wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Unz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mabogo controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Unz is working for a submission of some sort.
Mabogo gets back to full guard.
Unz is looking to work some ground and pound but Mabogo has wrist control.
Mabogo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4##SUB#
Unz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mabogo chips away with some ground and pound.
Mabogo trying to control but Unz is working from the bottom.
Mabogo wants to pass the guard but Unz is keeping the position.#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mabogo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Unz looking for a guillotine here but Mabogo defends easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Unz trying to strike off his back.
Mabogo forces his way into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kenalemodisa Mabogo.
Well Mabogo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
RFL 017 Pate vs Mabogo
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Templar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Unz misses the target.
Templar swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Unz counters with a shoot takedown. Templar fights it but they end up in guard.
Unz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Templar works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Templar looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Unz drops back, looking for a kneebar! Templar looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Templar looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Templar! #REVB#
Unz tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Templar presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Templar looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Unz is working to get back to half guard.
Unz regains half guard.
Unz is looking for a sweep. Templar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Templar lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Ground and pound from Templar.
Templar 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Unz manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Unz working for a triangle but Templar defends it easily.
#SUB#
Unz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Templar cracks Unz with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Unz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Templar defends it easily.
Templar is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
Templar landing some decent shots from guard.
Templar looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Unz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Templar defends well.
Templar lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Unz working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Templar has passed into half guard!
Templar has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Templar seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Templar landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Unz is looking for a sweep. Templar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB2#
Templar is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Unz is staying active underneath Templar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Templar working over Unz with some ground and pound. Unz looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ground and pound from Templar. #SUB#
Unz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Unz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Templar pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Unz looking for submissions off his back.
Templar lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Unz is refusing to be controlled, as Templar sits in half guard. #T4#
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. Templar connects with a nice short shot to Unz's temple.
Templar working the head and body with strikes. #ROC2#
Unz is rocked!
Templar lands a big elbow - Unz is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Templar!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wesley Templar!
After winning the bout, Wesley Templar 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:
RFL 012 Business-Unz-Gordon
Date: Mar 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Gordon cracks Unz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Unz avoids the head kick by Gordon.
Unz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gordon scores with a hook.
Unz blocks a jab.
Unz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Gordon throws a right hand that Unz ducks under and follows up with a left that Unz also avoids with ease.
Gordon throws a nice looking combination but Unz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gordon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Unz dives in for a single leg takedown but Gordon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Gordon clinches up against the cage.
Gordon digs a right hand underneath Unz's ribcage. Unz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Unz takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gordon lands with a right to the head.
Gordon throws an elbow but it misses.
Gordon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Unz backwards.
Unz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Unz Unz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gordon is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Unz is defending well for now.
Gordon lands with a short shot to the head.
Unz is trying to pull guard but Gordon has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Unz is trying to drag Gordon to the mat but Gordon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gordon stops a takedown attempt from Unz.
Gordon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Unz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Gordon after a bit of a struggle.
Gordon gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Gordon lands a damaging elbow. #ROC2#
Unz is rocked!
With the fighters up against the cage, Gordon throws an elbow but misses.
Unz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gordon avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Unz is breathing heavily.
Unz jumps guard but Gordon stands there with Unz around his waist. Unz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gordon digs a right hand underneath Unz's ribcage. Unz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gordon lands a left hand.
Oh Unz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Unz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Unz blocks an uppercut.
Gordon unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Unz! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Gordon is unloading with more strikes now! Unz drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mel Gordon!
Mel Gordon 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:
RFL 007 Big Deal
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Gatsby fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Unz manages to avoid it.
A jab from Gatsby misses.
Gatsby stuffs the takedown attempt from Unz. Unz gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Unz shoots in and bounces Gatsby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Gatsby pulls Unz in close to prevent any damage.
Gatsby seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Unz is looking to advance position but Gatsby has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz is looking to get to half guard.
Unz flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby with the ground and pound from mount. #T1#
Gatsby working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Gatsby 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.
Unz really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gatsby can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Unz is looking to escape.
Unz can't escape the position.
Unz is still trying to improve position.
Gatsby raining down shots from the mount!
Unz is desperately trying to improve his position but Gatsby has a good base and remains in mount.
Gatsby working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC#
Unz is rocked!
Gatsby looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Unz covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jay Gatsby!
Jay Gatsby retains his light heavyweight title!
Post fight, Jay Gatsby stared into the camera and said 'My life, old sport, my life... my life has got to be like this... It's got to keep going on.'.
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Event:
RFL 001 Games in the Coliseum
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Unz shoots in looking for a takedown but Pete manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Unz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Unz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Unz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Unz is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Pete is trying to escape and Unz transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Pete is forced to tap! Nice work there by Unz! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Highland Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
AMC 005 Monster Fight
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Gordon looks to land a right hand but Unz moved out of range.
It looked like Unz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gordon looks to land a combination but Unz avoids it well.
Unz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Unz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gordon throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Unz counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Unz is trying to work for a kimura but Gordon is defending well.
#SUB2#
Gordon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gordon 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.
Gordon is trying to maintain the position but Unz is very close to passing his half guard.
Gordon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gordon defending well though.
Unz is thwarting Gordon's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Unz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gordon wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Unz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gordon sees it coming and defends easily.
Unz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gordon trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Unz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Unz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordon doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Unz. #SUB#
Unz seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Gordon is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz gave a mention to Highland Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Highland Games 218
Date: Nov 13, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Theodorou has managed to clinch.
Unz looking for a takedown.
Unz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Theodorou avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Unz decides to pull guard.
Theodorou is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Theodorou stays in close to Unz's body and controls the position.
Unz wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Unz 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.
Unz throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Theodorou working some strikes from top position.
Theodorou landing some decent shots from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Theodorou avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Theodorou passes into side control.
Unz is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Theodorou working the head with strikes.
Unz is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Theodorou landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Theodorou scoring with punches from side control.
Theodorou trying to control the position but Unz is working away.
Unz is looking for a sweep.
Theodorou lands a few punches from side control.#T2#
Unz is trying to get back to half guard.
Theodorou cracks Unz with a big elbow. #ROC2#
Unz is rocked!#SU2#
Theodorou stands up.
Oh Unz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Theodorou gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Theodorou dips a shoulder and cracks Unz with a mighty uppercut! Unz falls back against the cage and Theodorou unloads with a barrage of strikes! Unz is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Theodorou screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jake Theodorou! Jake Theodorou retains his light heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Jake Theodorou 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:
Highland Games 216
Date: Oct 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Unz throws a head kick but Boucher moves out of range.
Boucher was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Boucher looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Boucher swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Unz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Horrible takedown attempt by Unz or perhaps it was just good defense by Boucher, which made it look bad.
Unz darts in looking for a takedown but Boucher gets double underhooks and turns Unz into the cage.
Boucher was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz shoots in but no luck this time.
Roberto Boucher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Unz Unz.
Unz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Boucher but Boucher pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Unz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boucher counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.
Unz fails with the takedown
and Boucher counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Unz drives through and clinches with Boucher against the cage.
Unz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Boucher pulls his leg out and moves away.
Unz Unz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Unz closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Boucher swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2#
Unz tightens his grip and picks Boucher up, before dumping him to the ground. Boucher manages to land in guard.
Unz prevents Boucher from getting back to his feet.
Unz is pushing down on Boucher's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boucher is fighting to maintain full guard but Unz has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Unz is working for a kimura but Boucher is defending it quite comfortably.
Boucher won't allow Unz to pass to mount.
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!
Boucher wants to get back to his feet.
Boucher on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Boucher tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Unz maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Boucher could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Unz has cracked it and Boucher is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Unz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Highland Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Highland Games 213
Date: Oct 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Laloosh throws a shot from downtown. Unz moves away and avoids it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Unz.
Unz with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Laloosh counters by clinching up.
Unz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nuke Laloosh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Unz Unz.
Laloosh prevents the takedown attempt.
Laloosh lands a nice shot to the body.
Unz is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Laloosh to keep the fight standing.
Unz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laloosh stops a takedown attempt from Unz.
Laloosh doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laloosh has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Unz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Laloosh gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Laloosh lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Unz is trying to pull guard but Laloosh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Laloosh is leaning against Unz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Unz looks winded!#T1#
Laloosh digs a right hand underneath Unz's ribcage. Unz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Unz takes a shot to the head.
Laloosh lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Good body shot from Laloosh.
Laloosh lands a nice shot to the body.
Laloosh is struggling to control the position.
Unz tries to score a body lock takedown but Laloosh shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A body shot lands from Laloosh.
A left hand lands to the body for Laloosh.
A nice left hand lands by Laloosh.
Laloosh lands with a short shot to the head.
Laloosh pushes Unz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Laloosh scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laloosh pushes Unz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Laloosh as the two fighters clinch.
Laloosh creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Unz with a big uppercut! Unz tries to clinch up but Laloosh pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Unz to the mat! Unz covers up and Laloosh unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nuke Laloosh!
A very excited looking Nuke Laloosh made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Highland Games 210
Date: Sep 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Unz closes this distance looking for a takedown but James circles away.
James swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Unz has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as James is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Unz shoots in looking for a takedown but James manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Unz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
James swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Unz with a lazy takedown attempt
and James counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Gerrald James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Unz Unz.
James misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Unz.
James lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Unz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging James to the ground. Unz is now in James's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unz postures up in James's guard and throws a big left but James blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Unz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! James is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! James has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T1##SUB2#
Unz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
James wants to stand but Unz has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Unz looking for subs off his back but James has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Unz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Unz manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
James is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Unz has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. James is looking to defend but Unz has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for James! Unz pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, James taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz very nearly forgot to thank Highland Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
Highland Games 207
Date: Sep 18, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Unz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Unz is trying to pull guard but Gordon has him pressed against the cage.
Gordon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Unz is looking for a takedown.
Louis Gordon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Unz Unz.
Unz is looking for a takedown.
Unz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gordon is defending well.
Gordon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gordon lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.
Unz is looking for a takedown.
Gordon lands a hook that snaps the head of Unz backwards. #TD2#
Unz decides to pull guard.
Gordon trying to control but Unz is working from the bottom.
Unz looking for a sweep. Not yet Unz, not yet.
Gordon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gordon with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Unz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordon defends it easily.#SUB2#
Unz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordon defends it easily.#T1##SUB2#
Unz working for a triangle but Gordon defends it easily.
Unz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gordon.
Gordon won't allow Unz to sweep him here.
Gordon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Unz is keeping the position for now.
Unz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gordon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gordon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gordon wants to get up but he can't break Unz's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Unz looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Gordon is defending well. Unz quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Gordon has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Unz celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz made sure to mention his sponsor, Highland Clothing in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Highland Games 205
Date: Sep 11, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Fretwell darts in and clinches Unz up against the cage.
Fretwell lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fretwell is pressed up against the cage. Unz has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fretwell down to the mat. Fretwell avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Fretwell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Unz takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fretwell dips to his left and cracks Unz with an uppercut!#CUT#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.
Fretwell drops Unz with a huge uppercut! Unz drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Fretwell is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lyle Fretwell!
Lyle Fretwell was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Highland Games 197
Date: Aug 04, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Unz shoots in and bounces Holliday off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Unz throwing strikes from guard but Holliday blocks nicely.
Holliday keeping full guard, as Unz tries to pass.
Unz throws a big elbow that misses.
Unz throws a big right hand that misses.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Holliday can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Unz drops back looking for a leg! Holliday is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Holliday manages to kick Unz off! Unz jumps back into Holliday's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Unz drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Holliday dives on top into guard.#REVB##T1##SUB#
Unz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Unz wants to sweep here but Holliday controlling him for the moment.
Unz keeping full guard, as Holliday tries to pass.
Holliday really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Unz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Unz trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #SUB#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Unz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Unz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Unz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Holliday defends well.#T2##SUB#
Unz looking for a guillotine here but Holliday defends easily.
#SUB#
Unz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Holliday is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Unz has his feet on Holliday's thighs here. He's pushed Holliday off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Holliday screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz very nearly forgot to thank Highland Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
Highland Games 189
Date: Jul 07, 2016 |
#R1#
James tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Unz was well out of range. Poor timing from James.
Unz gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
James misses with an uppercut
and Unz counters with a left to the body.
Unz wants to clinch up but James keeps it at a distance.
Unz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
James appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James scores with a body shot.
Unz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Unz fails with a takedown attempt.
James swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Unz Unz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
James swings and misses with a hook to the body.
James throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
James scores with a sloppy right hand. Unz should have avoided that one. #CUT2#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.#TD#
Unz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches James napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Unz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Unz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Unz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Unz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2##SUB#
Unz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but James is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Unz has worked his way into a potential kimura here. James is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Unz yanks on the arm and James is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Unz.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Unz Unz!
Unz Unz took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Highland Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Highland Games 182
Date: Jun 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Laloosh shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
Laloosh moves into the clinch successfully.
Unz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Laloosh smiles and moves away.
Laloosh connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT#
It looks like Unz Unz has been cut.
Unz takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Laloosh throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Unz counters with a nice double leg into side control. Laloosh won't be happy with that.
Laloosh is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Unz off and has taken his back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Laloosh looking for the RNC.
We've been hearing good reports from Laloosh'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.
You can see the frustration on Unz's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Unz is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Laloosh doesn't have the hooks in and Unz manages to turn into his guard.
Unz being controlled here momentarily.
Laloosh continues to stall.
Laloosh keeping full guard, as Unz tries to pass.
Unz postures up.
Unz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laloosh swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Unz keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Laloosh 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.#SUB2#
Unz drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Unz seems to have locked his on tight now - Laloosh screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Unz, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Unz Unz!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Unz Unz made sure he mentioned Highland Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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