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Event:
HI48: Kame/Kavlitzekis
Date: May 07, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Metso feints and as Vanderlay raises his hands in defense, Metso changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Vanderlay 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#
Vanderlay throwing shots but Metso is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Vanderlay is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Metso sees it coming and defends easily.
Metso makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Metso.
Metso tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vanderlay is pushing down on Metso's leg trying to pass to half guard. Metso is fighting to maintain full guard but Vanderlay has managed to sneak the leg through.
Metso avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Vanderlay. #SUB2#
Vanderlay wants to work for an arm triangle but Metso is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vanderlay throwing shots but Metso is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Metso tries to roll over but Vanderlay keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Vanderlay is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Metso has managed to free his arm - good work.
Metso might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Vanderlay thows a huge punch but Metso dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Metso slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Metso bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vanderlay's guard. #REVR#
Metso trying to control but Vanderlay is working from the bottom.
Metso knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vanderlay on the ground.
Metso stays in close to Vanderlay's body and controls the position.
Metso distracts Vanderlay with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Metso scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Vanderlay had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Metso defends it easily.
Metso with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Metso has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Vanderlay working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Metso gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Metso slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Metso definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vanderlay has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Metso postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Metso controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Vanderlay 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#
Vanderlay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vanderlay looks winded!#SUB2#
Vanderlay escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Metso gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Metso is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Metso trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderlay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Metso working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Vanderlay's head.
Metso scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Vanderlay being controlled here, momentarily.
Metso working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Vanderlay's head.
Vanderlay wants to sweep but no luck.
Metso landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for a guillotine here but Metso defends easily.
Metso engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Metso is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Metso trying to control but Vanderlay is working from the bottom.
Metso advances to half guard.
Vanderlay taking some punishment here, with Metso in his half guard.
Vanderlay 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.
Metso is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Vanderlay trying to control but Metso postures up.
Metso has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Vanderlay in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #ROC#
Vanderlay is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Art Vanderlay has been cut.
Vanderlay is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Metso raining down hammerfists from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ukko Metso dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Art Vanderlay's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Metso dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Vanderlay has had enough and taps out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Ukko Metso!
Ukko Metso thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
HI40: WedFight VI
Date: Apr 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Vanderlay ducks under a wild hook from Rannikko.
Rannikko delivers a nice body kick.
Rannikko looks to throw the jab but Vanderlay is out of range.
And Vanderlay tries to counter it with a takedown but Rannikko pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Rannikko cracks the inside of Vanderlay's front leg.
Rannikko throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
so Vanderlay counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Rannikko has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Vanderlay prevents Rannikko from getting back to his feet.
Vanderlay forces his way into half guard.
Rannikko tries to roll over but Vanderlay keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Vanderlay is working for a submission of some sort.
Vanderlay 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.
Rannikko tries to kick Vanderlay off but Vanderlay keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Vanderlay is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T1##SUB2#
Vanderlay in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Rannikko tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Vanderlay!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Art Vanderlay!
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Event:
Fight and Furious II
Date: Apr 12, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Andonov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Vanderlay's guard.
Andonov scoring with punches to the head and body. #CUT#
It looks like Art Vanderlay has been cut.
Andonov is in close to Vanderlay's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Andonov trying to control but Vanderlay is working from the bottom.
Vanderlay 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.
Andonov wants to control from the top but Vanderlay keeps moving. #SUB2#
Vanderlay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Andonov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Andonov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vanderlay has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Andonov has managed to get both his arms back between Vanderlay's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andonov advances position into side control!
Andonov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Vanderlay will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Andonov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sloppy strikes there by Andonov.
Andonov trying to control the action but Vanderlay is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Andonov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vanderlay is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Vanderlay tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Andonov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Andonov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vanderlay keeps working.
Vanderlay manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vanderlay is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Andonov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vanderlay is just riding it out for now. Andonov eventually gives up the hold.
Vanderlay is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Vanderlay looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Andonov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for submissions off his back.
Still in half guard, Andonov seems content to control.
Andonov prevents Vanderlay from improving his position.
Andonov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Vanderlay wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Andonov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vanderlay is just riding it out for now. Andonov eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Vanderlay regains full guard. Nicely done.
Andonov wants to control from the top but Vanderlay keeps moving.
Andonov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vanderlay keeping moving, preventing Andonov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Andonov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Andonov trying to control but Vanderlay is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vanderlay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Andonov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Andonov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderlay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andonov controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Vanderlay is looking for a triangle but Andonov pushes his legs off easily.
Andonov content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Vanderlay working for a triangle but Andonov defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Vanderlay is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Vanderlay is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Andonov is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aleksandar Andonov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Art Vanderlay's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vanderlay enables Andonov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vanderlay manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Andonov is stalling in the full guard.
Andonov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Andonov wants to control from the top but Vanderlay keeps moving.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Vanderlay has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Andonov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andonov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderlay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andonov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vanderlay is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1##SUB2#
Vanderlay working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Andonov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Andonov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Andonov works over Vanderlay with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Vanderlay had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Andonov defends it easily.
Andonov scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Andonov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vanderlay has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Andonov has managed to get both his arms back between Vanderlay's legs - danger averted.
Andonov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Vanderlay keeping moving, preventing Andonov from controlling successfully.
Andonov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Vanderlay had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Andonov defends it easily.#SUB2#
Andonov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vanderlay has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Andonov has managed to get both his arms back between Vanderlay's legs - danger averted.
Vanderlay is breathing heavily.#T2#
Andonov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderlay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andonov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Andonov is working for a kimura but Vanderlay is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for submissions off his back.
Andonov is trying to control the action in half guard but Vanderlay is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Andonov prevents Vanderlay from improving his position.
Andonov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Andonov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vanderlay has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vanderlay is pressing down on Andonov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3##SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Aleksandar Andonov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Andonov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Vanderlay working for a triangle but Andonov defends it easily.
#SUB#
Andonov drops back looking for a leg! Vanderlay is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vanderlay manages to kick Andonov off! Andonov jumps back into Vanderlay's guard.
Andonov trying to control but Vanderlay is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Andonov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Andonov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Andonov wants to control from the top but Vanderlay keeps moving.
Andonov is in close to Vanderlay's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Andonov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vanderlay can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Vanderlay looking for a guillotine here but Andonov defends easily.
#T4#
Andonov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Andonov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderlay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Andonov drops back looking for a leg! Vanderlay is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vanderlay manages to kick Andonov off! Andonov jumps back into Vanderlay's guard.
Andonov preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Andonov is posturing up here but Vanderlay has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Andonov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Andonov has to tap! Slick submission there by Vanderlay!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Art Vanderlay!
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Event:
WedFight III
Date: Mar 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Driver bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vanderlay's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Art Vanderlay has been cut.
Vanderlay has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rabid Dog in the buildup to the fight.
Vanderlay moves out of range of the strikes.
Vanderlay seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Vanderlay blocks a jab.
Vanderlay tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Driver manages to circle out of the way.
Driver throws an overhand right that lands on Vanderlay's shoulder, as Vanderlay tries to avoid the shot.
Driver lands a really nice looking cross but Vanderlay seems unphased.
Vanderlay uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Driver.
Driver lands a jab to the head.
Driver getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Danga de danga de dang - Driver scores with a four punch combination!#ROC2#
Vanderlay is rocked!
Driver takes a swing at Vanderlay's ribcage but misses.
Vanderlay feinted with a counter takedown.
Driver throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Driver connects with a body shot that sends Vanderlay's belly button to the back.
A telegraphed right hand from Driver misses the target. #TD#
Vanderlay shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Vanderlay keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Driver's head.#T1##SUB#
Vanderlay thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Vanderlay drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vanderlay jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vanderlay pushes down on Driver's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Vanderlay seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura here.
Driver looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Vanderlay wants to work for an arm triangle but Driver is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Driver wants to get back to his feet.
Driver really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vanderlay. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Driver is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Vanderlay scores with a couple of nice shots.
Vanderlay thows a huge punch but Driver dodges it nicely.
Driver is trying to stand.
Vanderlay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Vanderlay is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Vanderlay thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Driver's head. #SUB#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Driver defends it well.
Driver is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vanderlay prevents Driver from standing back up.
#T3##SUB#
Vanderlay wants to work for an arm triangle but Driver is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#ES2#
Driver has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Vanderlay is on him like a limpet, forcing Driver back against the cage.
Driver lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Driver breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Driver throws a series of punches but Vanderlay moves out of range.
Driver misses with a wild combination.
Vanderlay half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vanderlay avoids the body shot from Driver.
Vanderlay feinted with a counter takedown.
Driver misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Vanderlay tries to close the distance and clinch up but Driver swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Driver tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vanderlay was well out of range. Poor timing from Driver.
Driver throws a jab but it's blocked by Vanderlay.
Vanderlay attempts a counter takedown but Driver avoids it well and moves away.
Driver throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Vanderlay decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Driver's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vanderlay looking to pass the guard.
Vanderlay passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Driver regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Vanderlay.
Driver is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Vanderlay working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Driver's head.
Vanderlay tries to free his leg and advance position but Driver is retaining full guard.
Vanderlay won't allow Driver to get back to his feet.
Vanderlay stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Driver swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ed Driver will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Art Vanderlay's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Driver misses with an uppercut.
Vanderlay attempts a counter takedown but Driver avoids it well and moves away.
Vanderlay walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Driver looks to land a left hand but Vanderlay moved out of range nicely.
Vanderlay appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Driver swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vanderlay moves away from the strike by Driver. #TD#
Vanderlay shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Vanderlay wants to work for an arm triangle but Driver is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vanderlay is trying to work for a kimura but Driver is defending well.
#SUB#
Vanderlay is trying to work for a kimura but Driver is defending well.
#T1##SUB#
Vanderlay is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Driver is just riding it out for now. Vanderlay eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vanderlay 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.
Driver is looking to escape.#SUB#
Vanderlay seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Vanderlay seems to be working for a kimura but Driver defends the submission attempt.#T2##SUB#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Driver defends it well. #SUB#
Vanderlay is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Driver blocking the ground and pound attempt from Vanderlay. #SUB#
Vanderlay is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Driver defends it well. #SUB#
Vanderlay is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Driver is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Art Vanderlay!
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Event:
no blood, no gain
Date: Mar 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Sturniolo looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Vanderlay counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Vanderlay 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. Vanderlay seems to have locked his on tight now - Sturniolo screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Vanderlay, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Art Vanderlay!
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