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Event:
TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Nov 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Patty O Reilly!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
O Reilly drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arones (0) vs (2) O Reilly
O Reilly stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.
O Reilly wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
O Reilly wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
O Reilly is stalling in the full guard.
O Reilly looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Reilly controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've been hearing good reports from Arones'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.#T1#
O Reilly postures up.
O Reilly pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arones is keeping the position for now.
O Reilly seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
It looks like O Reilly might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
O Reilly trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
O Reilly has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Silverback MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T2#
Arones being controlled here, momentarily.
Arones keeping moving, preventing O Reilly from controlling successfully.
O Reilly is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
O Reilly works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Arones wants to get back to full guard.
O Reilly is trying to control the action in half guard but Arones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
O Reilly works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (0) vs (5) O Reilly
Arones is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Arones is in all sorts of trouble here.
O Reilly is looking to work his way around to Arones's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
O Reilly trying to control but Arones is having none of it.
O Reilly controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
O Reilly fails to advance to Arones's back.
O Reilly takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Arones (0) vs (8) O Reilly#T5#
Arones trying to control the action but O Reilly just sinks the hooks in.
O Reilly really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Arones.
O Reilly has the hooks in. Arones is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
A lull in the action here.
#T6#
O Reilly biding his time, looking for the opening.
Arones trying to control the hands but O Reilly won't let him.
Arones tries to escape the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - O Reilly's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
A bit of a pause in the action here. O Reilly controlling the positon.#T7#
O Reilly is trying to control but Arones is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Arones tries to lock up and control but O Reilly gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
O Reilly wants to control the pace but Arones is squirming around nicely.
O Reilly controlling the position easily from mount.
Arones tries to hold on but O Reilly pushes him away.
O Reilly looking to control and managing it successfully.
O Reilly trying to control but Arones is having none of it. #T8#
O Reilly looking to control and managing it successfully.
Arones stops O Reilly from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
O Reilly mounts Arones! Really nice guard pass there!
O Reilly wants to control the pace but Arones is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Arones tries to hold on but O Reilly pushes him away.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones holds on to O Reilly around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
O Reilly tries to control but Arones wriggling away.
O Reilly controlling the position easily from mount.
O Reilly tries to control but Arones wriggling away. #T10#
O Reilly controlling the position easily from mount.
O Reilly is looking to work his way around to Arones's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
O Reilly looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
O Reilly controlling his opponent.
O Reilly avoids the attempt from Arones to control.
O Reilly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Arones is looking to escape. #T11#
O Reilly content just to control the position here.
O Reilly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Arones is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
O Reilly controlling his opponent. #T12#
Arones is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Arones can't escape the position.
O Reilly controlling the position easily from mount.
O Reilly trying to control but Arones is having none of it.
Arones is in all sorts of trouble here.
O Reilly controlling his opponent.
O Reilly fails to advance to Arones's back. #T13#
O Reilly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Arones is looking to escape.
O Reilly controlling his opponent.
O Reilly wants to take Arones's back but he can't do it this time.
O Reilly trying to control but he's not successful this time.
O Reilly seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Arones is holding on tight.
#T14#
O Reilly keeps trying to improve his position.
Arones tries to hold on but O Reilly pushes him away.
Arones bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (8) O Reilly
O Reilly wants to control but Arones passes easily into half guard.
O Reilly is trying to maintain the position but Arones is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
O Reilly is controlling Arones's position as best he can from this difficult position.
And that's the end of the fight!
O Reilly wins on points by 8 to 2.
Patty O Reilly decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 30 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Arones drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (0) Mondragon
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.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Mondragon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Arones controls the pace.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arones controls from within his opponent's guard.
Arones passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (0) Mondragon
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones working away.#T1#
Arones in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Mondragon is trying to get back to half guard.
Arones 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.
Arones controls the position.#T2#
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Mondragon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Mondragon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mondragon is looking for a sweep.
Arones working away.
Mondragon is looking to reverse the position.
Arones works to advance to full mount. Mondragon defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Arones (7) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Mondragon tries to hold on but Arones postures up.
Arones controlling from the full mount.
Mondragon holds of for dear life.
Mondragon working to try and regain half guard.
Arones avoids the attempt from Mondragon to control.#T4#
Mondragon regains half guard.
Mondragon is trying to get back to full guard.
Mondragon controlling the position well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mondragon tries to get to full guard but Arones has control of the leg.
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T6#
Mondragon is looking to control Arones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mondragon avoid being mounted?
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Mondragon trying to control from the bottom.
Mondragon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7##SUB#
Arones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mondragon defends it well.
Arones performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Mondragon wants to control but Arones is keeping busy.
#T8#
Mondragon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Arones controlling from the top position.
Mondragon trying to control the position here.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard. #T9#
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mondragon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Mondragon working for a triangle but Arones defends it easily.
Mondragon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T10#
Arones looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mondragon looking to control.
#T11#
Arones 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.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mondragon is keeping the position for now.
Mondragon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Arones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mondragon trying to keep a closed guard but Arones is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Arones sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mondragon wants to control the position but Arones says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Mondragon tries to get to full guard but Arones has control of the leg.
Arones keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Arones is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mondragon sees it coming and defends easily.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Mondragon is defending well. #T13#
Arones is working hard here to advance position.
Mondragon trying to control here.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T14#
Mondragon tries to get to full guard but Arones has control of the leg.
Arones trying to control the pace.
Arones prevents Mondragon from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arones takes the fight on points by 7 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gabriel Arones waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CWC 325 - Pavlov vs Walters
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 25 losses; Frank Andersson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, John Roberts and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Arones closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Arones wants the takedown. Andersson is fighting it off but Arones persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Andersson's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Andersson (0) vs (2) Arones
Andersson controls Arones momentarily but Arones frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Arones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Andersson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Arones has managed to get both his arms back between Andersson's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Andersson working for submissions but it's allowed Arones to get to half guard.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Andersson defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is keen to just control but Andersson is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##SUB#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.
Andersson manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Andersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Arones defends it easily.#SUB#
Andersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Arones is aware though and is defending well.
Arones is stalling in the full guard. #T2##SUB#
Andersson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Arones is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Andersson. Score +3 for passing guard: Andersson (0) vs (5) Arones
Arones trying to control the action but Andersson is working from the bottom.
Andersson stops Arones from passing to mount.
Andersson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Arones is trying to control. Andersson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Andersson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Arones escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Arones! Score +3 for passing guard: Andersson (0) vs (8) Arones
Andersson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at kill or be killed F boring Fights, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Andersson tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Andersson (0) vs (10) Arones
Arones controlling his opponent.
Andersson is working to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andersson regains half guard.#SUB#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Arones controlling the pace.
Andersson won't allow Arones to pass to mount.
Andersson trying to control here.
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5#
Andersson is pressing down on Arones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Andersson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Andersson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Arones wants to control from the top but Andersson keeps moving. #SUB#
Andersson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Arones has passed into half guard!
#T6#
Andersson tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Arones has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Andersson wants to get back to full guard but Arones has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Andersson (0) vs (13) Arones
Arones wants to control the pace but Andersson is squirming around nicely.
Andersson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Andersson gets back to full guard.
Arones is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7#
Andersson looking to control but Arones passes into half guard.
Andersson wants to improve his position but Arones is controlling well.
#SUB#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arones controlling the pace. #SUB#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.
Andersson wants to get back to full guard.#T8##SUB#
Arones moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Andersson. Score +3 for passing guard: Andersson (0) vs (16) Arones
Arones just content to control the position.
Andersson is looking to reverse the position.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Andersson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Arones is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Arones is keen to just control but Andersson is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Andersson gets back to full guard.
#T10#
Andersson keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Andersson has an active guard here but Arones has managed to pass into half guard.
Arones is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Andersson (0) vs (19) Arones
Andersson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Arones controlling from mount. #T11#
Andersson wants to control but Arones is having none of it.
Andersson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Arones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Andersson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Andersson is working hard here to advance position.
Arones looking to control and managing it successfully. #T12#
Andersson tries to hold on but Arones postures up.
Andersson is looking to get to half guard.
Andersson wants to hold on but Arones pushes him away.
Arones tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Andersson is trying to reverse the position but instead Arones has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Andersson (0) vs (22) Arones
You can see the frustration on Andersson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Arones trying to control.
Andersson is trying to break free.
What can Andersson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
I really don't envy Andersson right now.
Andersson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Arones.
Arones trying to control.
Arones is hanging on to Andersson's back as he tries to escape.
#T14#
Arones tries to get the hooks in deep but Andersson pushed the leg off.
Andersson tries to escape the position.
Andersson is keeping busy.
Andersson rolls, trying to escape but Arones keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andersson trying to control the hands but Arones breaks the grip.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arones wins on points by 22 to 0.
Gabriel Arones made sure to mention his sponsor, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 324 - Prelims
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 33 losses; Ryan Hell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Tarja Halkonen and Marco Blurström.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Arones dives in for a single leg takedown but Hell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Arones shoots in looking for a takedown. Hell tries to sprawl out of it but Arones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hell manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Hell feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (0) Arones
Hell wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Hell is proving a slippery customer.
Hell pushing down on Arones's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Hell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB#
Hell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hell trying to control the action but Arones is working from the bottom.
Hell is looking to advance position but Arones won't allow it.
Hell trying to control the action but Arones is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Hell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Hell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hell in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Arones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Arones wants to sweep here but Hell controlling him for the moment.
Hell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hell trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom. #T4#
Hell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Arones pulls Hell in to control the position.
Hell trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hell is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Arones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T5#
Hell wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
Arones being controlled here, momentarily.
Hell has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hell wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving. #T6#
Arones controls Hell momentarily but Hell frees himself.
Arones can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hell controls the pace.
Hell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arones is keeping the position for now.
Hell being controlled here momentarily.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Hell from controlling successfully. #T7#
Hell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arones is trying to control the position but Hell postures up.
Arones keeping full guard, as Hell tries to pass.
Hell is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Hell from controlling successfully.
Hell looking to sit in guard and control but Arones gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (2) Arones#T8#
Hell trying to keep a closed guard but Arones is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Arones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Arones has managed to get both his arms back between Hell's legs - danger averted.
Hell keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Arones gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hell has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Arones is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hell. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (2) vs (5) Arones
Arones taking a breather here. #T9#
Hell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hell wants to control but Arones postures up.
Hell tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Arones presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hell (2) vs (7) Arones
Arones controlling the pace for now. #T10#
Arones wants to control the pace but Hell is squirming around nicely.
Hell tries to lock up and control but Arones gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hell has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hell (2) vs (10) Arones
Will Arones go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Hell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Arones.
Hell is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Hell staying busy and making it hard for Arones to control.
Hell turns into Arones and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (4) vs (10) Arones
Arones is pulling down on Hell's head. It's preventing any offense from Hell, at least for the moment.
Hell sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hell trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12##SUB#
Hell has gone for a leg lock! Arones slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hell's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (4) vs (12) Arones
Arones controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Hell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Hell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13##SUB#
Arones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Arones has managed to get both his arms back between Hell's legs - danger averted.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Hell is keeping the position.
Hell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hell pulls Arones in close to prevent any damage.
Hell continues to stall.#T14#
Hell keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Hell wants to sweep here but Arones controlling him for the moment.
Hell controlling Arones's posture.
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Hell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arones defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arones wins on points by 12 to 4.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gabriel Arones made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 323 - Prelims
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 15 losses; Eliott Leighton!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Josh West and Paul Gruel.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Leighton gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Leighton wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Arones drags the fight down to the ground.
Leighton sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Leighton from controlling successfully.
My spies in The Factory inform me that Leighton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Arones is trying to keep Leighton in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Arones seems keen to control Leighton's posture.
Arones is trying to keep Leighton in close.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Leighton from controlling successfully.
Arones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Arones keeping moving, preventing Leighton from controlling successfully.
Leighton is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Leighton trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones looking to control.
#SUB2#
Leighton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Arones manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Leighton has Arones in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (0) Leighton#SUB2#
Leighton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Arones passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (0) Leighton#T3#
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Leighton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Leighton is trying to control Arones's posture but Arones avoids it.
Leighton sneaks back into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Arones'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.#SUB2#
Leighton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arones pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB2#
Leighton looking for submissions off his back.
Arones is trying to control. Leighton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Arones has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (8) vs (0) Leighton
Arones wants to control the pace but Leighton is squirming around nicely. #T5#
Leighton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Arones is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Leighton is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Arones (11) vs (0) Leighton
Arones is riding his opponent, not letting Leighton buck him off.
Arones controlling well, preventing Leighton from escaping the position.
Arones is looking to control Leighton but Leighton is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Leighton turns into Arones and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (11) vs (2) Leighton#T6#
Leighton wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Arones is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (13) vs (2) Leighton
Leighton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Leighton has his foot on Arones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Arones works his way back into a safe position though.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Leighton is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Leighton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Arones gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Leighton is looking for a triangle here but Arones uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (16) vs (2) Leighton#T7#
Leighton is trying to get back to half guard.
Leighton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Arones working away.
Leighton regains half guard.#T8#
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Arones is trying to control the action in half guard but Leighton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Arones content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Arones seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Leighton is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gabriel Arones made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 321 - Fiso vs Jan
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 15 losses; Jab Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Dean Styles and John Kavanagh.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Arones closes the distance and pushes Brown back into the cage.#TD2#
Arones gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Brown regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (0) vs (2) Arones
Arones looking to sit in guard and control but Brown gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (2) Arones
Arones wants to sweep but no luck.
Brown engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Arones trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones is pulling down on Brown's head to control his posture. #T1#
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Arones swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arones is keeping the position for now.
Brown trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones looking to control.
#T2#
Arones keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Arones controlling Brown's posture.
Brown trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Brown pushing down on Arones's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Arones is trying to control but Brown manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (5) vs (2) Arones#T3#
Brown looking to control but Arones is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Arones wants to hold on but Brown pushes him away.#SUB#
Brown swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Arones is now in Brown's guard. A big mistake from Brown there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (5) vs (4) Arones
Brown controlling the position.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown controlling the position.
Arones works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arones is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Well, if Arones 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.
Arones trying to control the action but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown is trying to control but can't.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5#
Brown trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
Brown tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, Arones seems content to control.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Brown is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position. #T6#
Arones stalling.
Brown desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arones is working away from the top position though.
Brown is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T7#
Brown holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Brown is defending well.
Arones wants to take a breather but Brown is having none of it. #SUB2#
Arones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brown has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Brown looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Brown is looking to control Arones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brown avoid being mounted?#T8#
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Brown manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Arones won't allow Brown to sweep him here.
Brown keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Arones stands and throws Brown's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (5) vs (7) Arones
Arones in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Arones wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Brown is looking to regain half guard here but Arones keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Arones working away.#SUB2#
Arones is trying to get an arm triangle but Brown is defending well.
Brown isn't going anywhere.
Arones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Brown's legs.
Brown holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#SUB2#
Arones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T11#
You can see the frustration on Brown's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Arones controls the position.
Arones's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Brown tries to bench press Arones off him but Arones keeps the position.
Arones trying to control the position but Brown is working away. #T12#
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
Brown seems a little lost for a moment, as Arones dominates the positioning.
Brown is not content to let Arones control the position.
Brown is trying to get back to half guard.
Brown struggling a bit here.#T13#
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brown is being controlled here.
Let's hope that Arones has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Brown is looking to regain half guard here but Arones keeps moving and retains side control.
Arones tries to advance to mount but can't. #T14#
Brown is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Brown's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A control attempt from Brown but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Brown (5) vs (9) Arones
Arones fails to advance to Brown's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown tries to hold on but Arones pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arones wins on points by 9 to 5.
Gabriel Arones gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 320 - Prelims
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Micael Galvao !
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Galvao shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Galvao was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Arones (0) vs (4) Galvao
Galvao in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Arones can't do much from the bottom here.
Arones tries to improve position but can't.
Arones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Galvao trying to control the pace.
Arones 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.#T2#
Galvao looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Arones wants to get back to full guard.
Arones is trying to maintain the position but Galvao is very close to passing his half guard.
Galvao content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Arones is trying to control but Galvao passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (0) vs (7) Galvao
Arones tries to bench press Galvao off him but Galvao keeps the position.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Arones struggling a bit here.
Arones seems a little lost for a moment, as Galvao dominates the positioning.
Arones stops Galvao from passing to mount.
Galvao is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Arones is trying to get back to half guard.#T5#
Galvao has control of an arm but Arones manages to advance to Galvao 's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Arones (4) vs (7) Galvao
You can see the frustration on Galvao 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Galvao just trying to survive but Arones is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Galvao tries to escape but Arones has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Arones tries to get the hooks in deep but Galvao pushed the leg off.
Galvao rolls, trying to escape but Arones keeps control of the position.
Galvao keeps trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
Galvao trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T7#
You can see the frustration on Galvao 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Arones gets his hands free as Galvao looks to control.
Arones controlling from the back.#SUB#
Arones is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Galvao knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Galvao for a finish.
Galvao has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Arones is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T8#
Galvao trying to control the action but Arones just sinks the hooks in.
Arones keeps control of the position easily here as Galvao tries to buck him off.
Arones's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T9#
Galvao is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Arones has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Galvao 's body.
Galvao tries to break free.
Arones has good solid back control here. #T10#
Galvao turns into Arones and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (4) vs (9) Galvao
Galvao looking to pass the guard.
Arones controls Galvao momentarily but Galvao frees himself. #T11#
Arones seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Galvao stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao tries to free his leg and advance position but Arones is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Galvao 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (6) vs (9) Galvao
Arones controlling from the top position. #T12#
Galvao trying to keep a closed guard but Arones is proving a slippery customer.
Arones sitting in guard here, content to control.
Galvao seems keen to control Arones's posture.#T13#
Galvao working a defensive guard but Arones passes into half guard.
Arones is controlling the pace.
Arones wants to take a breather but Galvao is having none of it. #T14#
Galvao wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Galvao is trying to control but can't.
Arones is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Galvao ! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (9) vs (9) Galvao
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Galvao wants to hold on but Arones pushes him away.
Arones controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Arones gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Arones takes the fight on points by 10 to 9.
An out of breath and clearly excited Gabriel Arones thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
CWC 316 - Prelims
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jan Sobieski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Arones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sobieski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sobieski attempts a counter takedown but Arones avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Sobieski shoots in and gets a takedown into Arones's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sobieski (2) vs (0) Arones
Arones wants to sweep here but Sobieski controlling him for the moment.
Arones looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sobieski trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones working a defensive guard but Sobieski passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobieski trying to control from half guard but Arones is working away.
We've been hearing good reports from Sobieski'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.#SUB2#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Arones won't allow Sobieski to pass to mount.
Arones slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sobieski wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sobieski trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones trying to control the position.
Sobieski is fighting to break Arones's control of his arms but Arones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Arones keeping full guard, as Sobieski tries to pass.
Arones trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sobieski defends well.
Sobieski looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Sobieski sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Arones doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Sobieski paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Arones - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot 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:
CWC 229
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Valentin Saric!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Anthony Taglia and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Saric moves into the clinch.
Saric is working for takedown but Arones is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Arones is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Saric can't fight it off and eventually Arones manages to take the fight to the floor. Saric looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (0) Saric
Saric is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Arones stands and throws Saric's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (0) Saric
Saric is not content to let Arones control the position.
You can see the frustration on Saric's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Saric keeps Arones under control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saric is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Arones off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Arones (5) vs (4) Saric
Arones's coaches at The Scrap Squad have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Arones tries to roll but Saric sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Saric is cranking Arones's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Arones! He's tightened the choke and Arones is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Valentin Saric! |
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Event:
CWC 220
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Vartan Esteves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Ian Loll.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Esteves throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Arones's waist but Arones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Esteves off to one side.
Esteves fails with a takedown attempt.
Arones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Esteves defends it well.
Esteves fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vartan Esteves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Esteves shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Arones sprawls well. Arones wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Esteves gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Arones manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Esteves on his heels. He'll look to pass Esteves's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Esteves (0) vs (2) Arones
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves is trying to keep Arones in close.
Esteves keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Arones wants to control from the top but Esteves keeps moving. #T1#
Arones's corner is telling him to maintain position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Esteves is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (2) vs (2) Arones
Arones looking for a sweep. Not yet Arones, not yet.
Esteves trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Esteves slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
Esteves preventing the sweep.
Esteves trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Esteves sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Esteves from controlling successfully.
Esteves is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Arones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T3#
Arones working a defensive guard here.
Arones is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (2) vs (4) Arones
Esteves manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Esteves keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Arones stays in close to Esteves's body and controls the position. #T4#
Arones pushing down on Esteves's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Esteves tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Esteves trying to control but Arones postures up.
Arones is controlling the pace.
Esteves gets back to full guard.
Arones controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T5#
Arones trying to control but Esteves is working from the bottom.
Esteves manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Arones manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (4) vs (4) Arones#SUB2#
Arones isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Esteves stacks Arones on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Esteves! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (7) vs (4) Arones
Esteves advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Esteves (9) vs (4) Arones
Arones can't escape the position.
Esteves with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Esteves controlling his opponent. #T6#
Arones is wriggling around trying to escape.
Arones has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Esteves (12) vs (4) Arones
Arones is really stuck here.
Arones 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.
Arones manages to reverse the position and now he's in Esteves's guard. Nice work there by Arones.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (12) vs (6) Arones
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Esteves looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Esteves keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Arones wants to control from the top but Esteves keeps moving.
Arones controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Arones stopping the sweep attempt from Esteves.#SUB#
Esteves pushes a forearm under Arones's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Arones is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vartan Esteves!
A very excited looking Vartan Esteves 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:
CACC 213
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 13 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, John Kavanagh and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Priest closes the distance and clinches.
Arones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Priest is defending well.#TD#
Arones has Priest pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Arones pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Priest tumbling to the mat - Arones dives into Priest's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (0) Priest
Arones controls from within his opponent's guard.
Priest keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Priest seems keen to control Arones's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones trying to control but Priest is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Priest isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Arones stacks Priest on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Arones! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (0) Priest
Priest is trying to improve his position.#T1##SUB#
Arones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Priest is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Priest tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones happy to just control the position for now.
Priest sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones is thwarting Priest's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Arones seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Arones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are battling for position here. Priest manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Arones stopping the sweep attempt from Priest.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Priest is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Priest trying to control the position here. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Priest is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (5) vs (2) Priest
Arones is trying to control the position but Priest postures up.
Arones looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Arones has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Priest has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (5) Priest
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Arones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones trying to remain calm as Priest controls from the top position.
Arones is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Arones manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Arones tries to get to full guard but Priest has control of the leg.
Priest is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Arones! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (8) Priest
Priest controlling from mount.
Priest trying to control but Arones is having none of it.
Arones is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Arones tries to hold on but Priest pushes him away.
Priest can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Arones is looking to escape.
Priest controlling from the full mount.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Priest trying to mount his opponent but Arones defends it.
Arones works his way to full guard. Good work.#T6#
Priest is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Priest being controlled here momentarily.
Priest trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Priest showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Priest from controlling successfully.
Priest pushes down on Arones's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Priest is pressing down on Arones's thigh, looking to free his foot. Arones is holding on for now. #T7#
Priest prevents Arones from improving his position.#SUB2#
Priest wants to work for an arm triangle but Arones is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Arones works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Priest is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Priest avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Priest is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Priest trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones wants to sweep here but Priest controlling him for the moment.
Arones being controlled here, momentarily.
It looks like Priest might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T9#
Arones can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Priest controls the pace.
Arones wants to improve his position but instead Priest has moved into half guard.
#SUB2#
Priest is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Arones is just riding it out for now. Priest eventually gives up the hold.
Arones is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Priest's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Priest's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Arones (9) vs (8) Priest#SUB#
Arones is persistently looking for the submission but Priest is defending it well.
Priest is trying to break free.
#T10#
A lull in the action here.
Priest wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Arones is persistently looking for the submission but Priest is defending it well.
#SUB#
Priest defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Priest wants to escape the position.
#T11#
Arones is trying to stick to Priest's back but Priest is turning into Arones. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Arones's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Priest. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (9) vs (10) Priest
Priest trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Priest seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Arones is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (11) vs (10) Priest
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Arones slows the pace down in half guard. #T12#
Arones wants to free his trapped foot but Priest is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Priest wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Arones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Priest is just riding it out for now. Arones eventually gives up the hold.
Priest wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arones is trying to control. Priest wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Priest works his way to full guard. Good work.#T13#
Priest wants to sweep but no luck.
Our spies down at at 3Band MMA inform us that Priest has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Arones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Arones trying to move into half guard but instead Priest has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (11) vs (12) Priest
Priest not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Arones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (13) vs (12) Priest
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Priest swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14##SUB2#
Priest working for submissions but it's allowed Arones to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Priest looking for submissions off his back.
Arones trying to mount his opponent but Priest defends it.
Priest moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones wants to pass the guard but Priest is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arones takes the fight on points by 13 to 12.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gabriel Arones waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
SYN 800 Monkey vs. Divisek
Date: May 30, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Arones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bounty's half guard.
Bounty avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Bounty is trying to maintain the position but Arones is very close to passing his half guard.
Bounty blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones. #SUB#
Arones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bounty doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arones.
Bounty trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Arones working over Bounty with some ground and pound. Bounty looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Bounty wants to get back to his feet.
Bounty keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bounty avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Bounty avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Bounty blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Arones has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Arones thows a huge punch but Bounty dodges it nicely.
Arones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ground and pound from Arones. #T2#
Arones working over Bounty with some ground and pound. Bounty looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Arones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Arones there.
Bounty trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
Arones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Arones throwing shots but Bounty is blocking nicely.
Arones looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Bounty keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Arones lands strikes from half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bounty is trying to stand up here but Arones is controlling him well.
Arones not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ground and pound from Arones. #T3#
Bounty taking some punishment here, with Arones in his half guard.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bounty is not content to let Arones control the position.
Bounty tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Arones 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.
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bounty defending well though.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Arones is nestled in close to Bounty, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Arones throwing shots but Bounty is blocking nicely.
Bounty has hold of Arones's hands but Arones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Arones prevents Bounty from improving his position.#T4#
Bounty trying to control here.
Arones working over Bounty with some ground and pound. Bounty looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nice strikes from Arones there.
Arones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bounty blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones working Bounty over with strikes.
Arones winds up and cracks Bounty with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Arones missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Arones 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.
Bounty on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bounty misses with a wild body shot.
Arones connects with the punch.
Bounty keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones moves out of range of the strikes.
Arones swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Arones blocks a low kick nicely.
Arones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bounty.
Arones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bounty takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Arones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bounty counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Arones. That snapped Bounty's head back.
#T1#
Good leg kick by Bounty.
Arones swings widly with a right hand
and Bounty connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bounty misses with a looping right.
Arones throws a big counter combination but Bounty scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bounty.
Bounty on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt
and Bounty counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bounty looks to land a body kick but Arones moved away.
Arones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Arones shoots in looking for a takedown but Bounty manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Arones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Arones lands with a good body shot.
Arones fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bounty is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bounty throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bounty slaps away a takedown attempt from Arones, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bounty looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bounty jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Bounty shows good takedown defense.
Nice straight punches there by Bounty. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bounty.#TD#
Arones shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Bounty has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Arones is on him like a limpet, forcing Bounty back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Bounty.
Bounty misses with a hook to the ribs.
Arones jumps guard but Bounty turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A short left from Bounty.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bounty lands a body shot.
Arones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
A nice left hand lands by Bounty.
Arones tries to pull guard but Bounty forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bounty lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bounty lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Arones tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bounty just stands there and leans against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Arones fails to land.
Bounty lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Arones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bounty to keep the fight standing.
Arones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bounty can do to turn this around?
Arones blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Bounty fails to land.
Bounty lands a nice shot to the body.
Bounty tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bounty lands with a short shot to the head.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Bounty.
Bounty lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bounty lands with a short shot to the head.
Bounty lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bounty fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Arones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jamie Bounty showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A big right from Arones misses.
Bounty does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Bounty is quick to defend against it.
Bounty just misses with a punch to the body.
A cross from Bounty lands.
Arones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bounty doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones tries for a takedown but Bounty circles away easily
and Bounty cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T1#
Bounty avoids the body shot from Arones.
Bounty changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bounty fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Arones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt - Bounty sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bounty.
Arones misses with a body punch
and Bounty counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice straight punches there by Arones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Arones.#T2#
Bounty thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Arones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bounty, pushing him back against the cage.
Bounty throws a head punch that misses.
Arones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bounty to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bounty blocks an uppercut.
Bounty lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bounty creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Bounty.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bounty working aggressively here.
Bounty misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Arones.
Bounty struggles to land a body shot inside as Arones controls his hands.
Arones jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bounty walks away with a smile on his face. Arones gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Arones doesn't manage to clinch there - Bounty circles away.
Arones backing away here, and Bounty unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Arones misses with a takedown attempt - Bounty sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arones avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bounty getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bounty walks into a jab.
Arones fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bounty.
Bounty looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Arones is looking to counter punch.
Bounty misses with a body shot.
Arones blocks a leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bounty is fending him off so far but Arones persists. Nope, Bounty circles away and we're back to standing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jamie Bounty comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bounty has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
Syn MacArthur vs Syndal
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Arones swings for the body but Abel moves out of range.
Arones thuds a left hand into Abel's body.
Abel 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.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Abel was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Arones misses with a takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Abel throws a chopping leg kick but Arones manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Abel throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Arones's head.#CUT#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones moves away from the strike by Abel.
Arones loads up on a big right hand but Abel slips the punch.
Abel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Arones takes a swing at Abel's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abel ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Arones throws a nice looking combination but Abel bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Abel throws a head kick but Arones moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Arones 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arones throws out a loose jab but Abel uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Arones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Abel cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Arones scores with a hook to the body. Abel takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arones scores with a three punch combo!
Arones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arones lands a nice shot to the body.
Arones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Abel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Abel went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Arones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Abel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Abel slips under a jab.
Arones throws a good cross that connects.
Arones throws a lazy right hand but Abel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Abel appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Abel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Abel throws a right and a left that both miss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Abel. Arones does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Arones throws a right hand that Abel ducks under and follows up with a left that Abel also avoids with ease.
Arones takes a swing at Abel's ribcage but misses.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Abel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Arones is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Abel rather than just go for the knockout.
Arones lands with a shot to the body.
Abel lands a front kick.
Aristides Abel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A lazy left from Arones finds it's target.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Abel bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Arones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Abel counters with a big head kick but Arones shrugs it off.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Arones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Abel momentarily.
Abel connects with a single shot there.
Abel jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Abel misses with a wild body shot.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Abel was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Abel seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Abel cracks Arones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC#Arones is rocked!
Arones misses with a left hand
and Abel counters with a right hand from hell and Arones is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aristides Abel!
In his post fight interview, Aristides Abel started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Syn Gusmao vs Barbosa
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Arones on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Arones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arones lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brandstatter has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Arones misses with a wild body shot.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brandstatter was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Nice cross by Arones.
Arones avoids the body shot from Brandstatter.
A little jabbing left from Arones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arones throws a hook but Brandstatter blocks it.
A quick step to the side and Brandstatter tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arones moves out of range as Brandstatter strikes.
Brandstatter misses with an uppercut.
Arones scores with a sloppy right hand. Brandstatter should have avoided that one.
Brandstatter throws a hook but Arones avoids it easily.
Arones takes a swing at Brandstatter's ribcage but misses.
Arones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brandstatter does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Brandstatter scoring well with a low kick there.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brandstatter.
Arones cracks Brandstatter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Arones tries to work over Brandstatter's front leg with a kick but Brandstatter checks it.
Brandstatter missing with a left hand there. Arones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Arones swings for the body but Brandstatter moves out of range.
#T1#
Arones throws a body punch but Brandstatter moves out of range.
Arones slips a straight right by Brandstatter.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Arones punishes Brandstatter's body with a nice straight punch.
Brandstatter lands with a thumping leg kick.
Arones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Arones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Brandstatter lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Brandstatter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones throws a low kick but Brandstatter moves out of range easily.
Brandstatter defending well as Arones loads up on a big left hand.
Brandstatter dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Arones. That did some damage!
Wolfgang Brandstatter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brandstatter scores with a body shot.
Brandstatter is looking to score with low kicks.
Arones misses with the combination.
Arones is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Brandstatter rather than just go for the knockout.
Brandstatter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2#
Brandstatter misses with a body shot.
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!
Brandstatter avoids the body shot from Arones.
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones moves out of range of the body kick from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
Brandstatter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Brandstatter attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Brandstatter throws the left hand but Arones avoids the punch easily.
Brandstatter slips a jab and a cross from Arones.
Good leg kick by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Arones slips under a jab from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter misses with a low kick. #TD2#
Arones shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Brandstatter manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Arones with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones preventing the sweep. #T3#
Brandstatter pulls Arones in to control the position.
Arones stops Brandstatter from standing up.
Arones is working Brandstatter over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Arones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Brandstatter's head.
Arones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arones wants to control from the top but Brandstatter keeps moving.
Brandstatter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arones is one step ahead there.
Arones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Brandstatter keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Brandstatter working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Arones. #T4#
Brandstatter is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Brandstatter has wrist control.
Arones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arones throwing strikes from guard but Brandstatter blocks nicely.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Arones working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Brandstatter has his hands on Arones's head, controlling the position.
Arones working some strikes from top position.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Brandstatter 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.
Arones cracks Brandstatter with a solid left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Arones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Brandstatter sprawls well. Brandstatter wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Arones gets slowly back to his feet.
Arones walks into a left hand.
Arones blocks a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Brandstatter as he connects with a hook.
Arones connects with a right hand. Brandstatter shakes it off.
A bone on bone clash there as Arones blocks the leg kick.
Brandstatter stuffs the takedown.
Brandstatter was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Arones swings for the body but Brandstatter moves out of range.
Arones connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones moves out of range as Brandstatter throws a body kick.
Brandstatter thuds his shin into the meat of Arones's side.
Brandstatter throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Brandstatter looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
And Arones tries to counter it with a takedown but Brandstatter pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Arones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brandstatter circles away.
Wolfgang Brandstatter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandstatter moves away.
Brandstatter is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wolfgang Brandstatter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brandstatter feints and then cracks Arones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Arones down. #TD2#
Arones decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Brandstatter is doing well to control the position and prevent Arones from advancing to side control.
Arones is trying to control the action in half guard but Brandstatter is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brandstatter tries to get to full guard but Arones has control of the leg.
Arones trying to control the action but Brandstatter is working from the bottom.
Brandstatter preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Brandstatter regains full guard. Nicely done.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arones chips away with some ground and pound.
Brandstatter tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Arones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Arones being controlled here momentarily.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandstatter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ES#
Brandstatter kicks Arones off and gets to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandstatter moves away.#T3#
Brandstatter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brandstatter misses with a low kick.
Arones misses with a few strikes there.
Arones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Brandstatter. Brandstatter obviously looking to wear him down.
Arones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandstatter moves away.
Arones misses with a straight right.
As Arones backs away, Brandstatter returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Donk. Arones catches Brandstatter right on the button with a cross.
Brandstatter throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wolfgang Brandstatter is winning the standup battle so far.
The fighters circling - Brandstatter throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arones cracks Brandstatter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Brandstatter bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Arones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Arones.
Brandstatter scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
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!
Brandstatter pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Arones moves away from the strike by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Arones misses with a few strikes there.
Arones avoids a kick to the body.
Arones slips a straight right by Brandstatter.
Arones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brandstatter. That's going to slow Arones down.
Brandstatter walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Arones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Brandstatter misses with a body shot.
And Arones tries to counter it with a takedown but Brandstatter pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Brandstatter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Brandstatter throws a low kick but it's checked well by Arones.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Brandstatter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brandstatter tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Arones is able to avoid easily.
Brandstatter throws a low kick but Arones avoids it.
Brandstatter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brandstatter misses with a low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Arones.
Brandstatter lands with a kick to the ribs.
Brandstatter tries to land a leg kick but Arones saw it coming and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wolfgang Brandstatter dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Brandstatter scores with a kick to the body.
Brandstatter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones lands a jab to the head.
Brandstatter thuds his shin into the meat of Arones's side.
Brandstatter slips a jab from Arones.
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brandstatter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Brandstatter swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Arones shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brandstatter pinned against the cage. Brandstatter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Brandstatter was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Arones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Brandstatter moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Arones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Brandstatter half committed to a counter leg kick.
Arones tries to bum rush Brandstatter with a series of wild strikes but Brandstatter uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brandstatter throws a hook to the side of Arones's head but Arones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Brandstatter throws a leg kick that misses.
A punch lands to the side of Brandstatter 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Brandstatter misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Arones counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Brandstatter manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Good exchange - Brandstatter coming out on top.
Brandstatter connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arones walks into a stiff left hand from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter throws a nice inside leg kick.
Brandstatter looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Brandstatter misses with a body shot.
Arones staying out of range there.
Arones with the counter takedown but Brandstatter avoids it easily.
Brandstatter moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Brandstatter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brandstatter throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Arones counters with a single leg into guard. Brandstatter didn't expect that.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Brandstatter has wrist control.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandstatter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Brandstatter is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Brandstatter is looking to stand up but Arones isn't so interested in that idea.
Brandstatter looking for a sweep. Not yet Brandstatter, not yet.
Gabriel Arones has got the better of the ground game so far.
Arones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandstatter works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Arones throws a big elbow that misses.
Brandstatter lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Brandstatter wanted to stand there but Arones had control of the position.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Brandstatter from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Arones looking for a guillotine here but Brandstatter defends easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brandstatter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brandstatter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Brandstatter is proving a slippery customer.
Arones 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.
Brandstatter wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving. #SUB2#
Arones has his foot on Brandstatter's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brandstatter works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Arones looking for a guillotine here but Brandstatter defends easily.
Brandstatter stays in close to Arones's body and controls the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brandstatter ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
Arones wants to clinch.
Arones blocks a jab.
Arones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brandstatter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Arones fails with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wolfgang Brandstatter showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Brandstatter has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wolfgang Brandstatter!
Wolfgang Brandstatter decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Syn Kilo vs Barbarian 4
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Arones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ko Nachi.
Arones scores with a nice head shot.
Arones misses with a lunging right hand
and Ko Nachi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Arones's knee momentarily.
Ko Nachi scores with a jab.
Ko Nachi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ko Nachi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ko Nachi gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ko Nachi has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Arones is on him like a limpet, forcing Ko Nachi back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Ko Nachi.
A head punch on the inside from Ko Nachi fails to land.
I was talking to Arones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ko Nachi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Ko Nachi.
Arones working aggressively here.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Arones blocks a body shot from Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi just leaning against Arones, taking a breather.
We've been informed that Ko Nachi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ko Nachi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ko Nachi.
A head punch on the inside from Ko Nachi fails to land.
Ko Nachi presses Arones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ko Nachi tries to throw a body punch but Arones avoids it by throwing Ko Nachi back against the cage.
Ko Nachi lands a shoulder strike.
Ko Nachi prevents a body shot from Arones.
Arones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ko Nachi's elbow.
Ko Nachi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Arones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ko Nachi backwards.
Ko Nachi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Ko Nachi manages to break the clinch.
Arones shoots in but Ko Nachi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ko Nachi.
#T2#
Ko Nachi scores with a jab to the body.
Arones misses with a body shot.
Arones misses with a jab to the body
and Ko Nachi counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arones misses the jab.
Ko Nachi throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Ko Nachi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Arones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Arones slips a jab from Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones throws a front kick aimed at Ko Nachi's knee but Ko Nachi avoids it well.
It seemed like Ko Nachi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Ko Nachi misses the target.
Ko Nachi lands with a good body shot.
Ko Nachi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Arones.
Ko Nachi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Arones's sensitive parts.
A swing and a miss from Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Arones finds it's way through Ko Nachi's defenses. #CL#
Arones clinches.
Ko Nachi struggles to land a body shot inside as Arones controls his hands.
#T4#
Ko Nachi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Arones.
Ko Nachi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Still in the clinch, Ko Nachi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Arones - that landed with a thud.
Ko Nachi throws a head punch that misses.
Ko Nachi lands a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ko Nachi misses with a punch to the body.
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ko Nachi scores with a shoulder strike.
Ko Nachi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arones wants a takedown.
Arones throws a punch but it's blocked by Ko Nachi.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ko Nachi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ko Nachi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Arones misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones digs a right hand into Ko Nachi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ko Nachi's gas tank.
Arones prevents a body shot from Ko Nachi.
A short right from Ko Nachi on the inside.
Ko Nachi tries a body shot but Arones blocks it.
Arones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Arones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rigel Ko Nachi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ko Nachi throws a head kick but Arones moves out of range.
Arones wants to clinch up but Ko Nachi keeps it at a distance.
Arones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ko Nachi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ko Nachi throws a combination. Arones tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Arones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ko Nachi.
Arones feinted with a counter takedown.
Arones swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Ko Nachi to counter with a crisp jab.
Rigel Ko Nachi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Arones is predictable there
and Ko Nachi counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#Arones is rocked!
Ko Nachi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Arones walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Ko Nachi! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rigel Ko Nachi!
A victorious Rigel Ko Nachi 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:
Syn 779 Toivonen vs Girard
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Stein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stein throws a quick counter head kick but Arones was just out of range.
Arones lands with a shot to the body.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stein was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Stein appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#CL2#
Arones darts in and clinches Stein up against the cage.
Stein tries to throw a body punch but Arones avoids it by throwing Stein back against the cage.
Arones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stein blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones dodges an elbow strike from Stein.
A left hand lands to the body for Arones.
Arones scores with a shot to the side of Stein's head.
Arones misses with some punches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Stein throws an elbow but misses.
Stein throws an elbow but it misses.
#T1##TD2#
Arones has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Stein regains guard immediately.
Stein utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Arones trying to control but Stein is working from the bottom. #ES#
Stein manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Arones lands a hook that snaps the head of Stein backwards.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Stein lands with a light punch inside.
Arones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stein digs a right hand into Arones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Arones's gas tank.
With the fighters up against the cage, Stein throws an elbow but misses.
Arones working aggressively here.
Arones scores with a shot to the side of Stein's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stein throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Our sources have told us that Stein has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stein misses with an elbow strike.
#T2#
Stein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Stein creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Arones's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Stein throws an elbow but it misses.
Arones struggles to land a body shot inside as Stein controls his hands.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Stein prevents a takedown attempt there.
Stein lands an elbow inside.
Stein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Stein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Arones takes an elbow to the temple.
A short uppercut from Stein.
Arones avoids a wild elbow strike from Stein.
Stein throws an elbow but it misses.
Stein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arones tries a body shot but Stein blocks it.
#T3#
Stein throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Arones tries to score a body lock takedown but Stein shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Stein comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stein.
Arones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Stein seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Arones can turn it around.
Arones struggles to land a body shot inside as Stein controls his hands.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Stein misses with an elbow strike.
#BC2#
Arones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Arones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Arones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Stein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Stein shows good takedown defense.
Frank Stein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.#T4#
Arones swats away the attempt to clinch by Stein.#CL#
Stein moves into range and clinches up with Arones.
Arones misses with a punch to the body.
Stein stops a takedown attempt from Arones.
Stein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stein can't find room to land a body shot as Arones controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Stein.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones blocks an elbow strike.
Arones misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Stein dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
That's time! Stein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Arones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Arones scores with a jab to the body.
Arones misses with a shot to the body
and Stein cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Arones misses with a looping left.
Arones throws a looping overhand right but Stein ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Stein clinches with his opponent.
Arones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Stein after a bit of a struggle.
Stein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Arones lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stein.
Arones lands with a left to the head.
Arones lands a left hand.
Stein creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Frank Stein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Stein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stein misses with a punch to the body.
Stein throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Arones blocks an elbow strike from Stein.
Stein blocking some punches.
Arones looking to stall.
Stein misses with a body punch.
Stein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arones's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Arones fails to land.
Arones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Stein gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Stein lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Arones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Stein.
Arones blocks a body shot from Stein.
Stein stops a takedown attempt from Arones.
Frank Stein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Stein backwards.
Arones throws a punch but it's blocked by Stein.
Arones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stein throws an elbow but it misses.
Arones can't get the takedown.
Arones swings wildly with an uppercut but Stein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arones blocks an elbow strike from Stein.
Stein lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Arones misses with some punches.
Stein lands with a right to the head.
Arones tries a body shot but Stein blocks it.
Arones blocks an elbow strike.#T3#
Arones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Arones lands a left hand.
Stein lands a nice shot to the body.
Stein blocks an uppercut.
Arones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Stein avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Stein just misses with a elbow thrown towards Arones's brow.
Stein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arones's elbow.
Stein lands an elbow just above Arones 's eye.
Stein misses with an elbow over the top.
Arones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stein lands a body shot.
Stein creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Arones.
Arones throws a punch but it's blocked by Stein.
Arones goes for a takedown in the clinch but Stein prevents it.
Stein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stein throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#T4#
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Stein.
Stein lands an elbow inside that Arones shrugs off.
Stein comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones scores with a shot to the side of Stein's head.
Stein misses with a punch to the body.
Stein lands an uppercut.
Stein blocks an uppercut.
Stein lands a body shot.
Stein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arones can do to turn this around?
Stein blocking some punches.
Arones blocks an elbow strike.
Stein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Arones is working Stein over against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Arones.
Stein has a couple of punches blocked by Arones.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Arones.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Stein dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Stein is looking to slow Arones down with leg kicks.
Stein connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Stein seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Stein scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Arones misses with a double jab.
Gabriel Arones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Stein clinches up with Arones and pushes him back against the cage.
Arones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stein lands an elbow just above Arones 's eye. #T1#
Arones dodges an elbow strike from Stein.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Stein just misses with a elbow thrown towards Arones's brow.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Arones has a couple of punches blocked by Stein.
Stein misses with the head strike.
Arones throws a head punch that misses.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Stein avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Stein.
Arones is working for takedown but Stein is calmly controlling the position for now.
Stein creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Stein just misses with a elbow thrown towards Arones's brow.
Stein looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Arones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Arones takes an elbow to the forehead.
Arones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2#
Stein throws an elbow that misses.
Stein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Arones misses with a body punch.
Stein takes a shot to the head.
Arones goes for a takedown attempt but Stein pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Frank Stein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Stein cracks Arones with an open hand slap.
Stein throws a poor cross that misses
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones swings widly with a right hand
and Stein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Gabriel Arones's cut even more.#T3##CL2#
Arones moves into the clinch successfully.
Stein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Stein just misses with a elbow thrown towards Arones's brow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Arones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Stein throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Arones avoids the elbow strike from Stein, against the cage.
Frank Stein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stein lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stein scores with a hook to the body.
Stein blocks an uppercut.
Arones tries to work over Stein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Arones is trying to drag Stein to the mat but Stein just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Arones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4#
Stein blocking some punches.
Arones lands with a light punch inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Stein.
Arones avoids the elbow strike from Stein, against the cage.
Arones blocks the elbow strike.
Arones misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Arones.
Arones takes an elbow to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stein struggles to land a body shot inside as Arones controls his hands.
Stein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Stein avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
Gabriel Arones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arones cracks Stein with a nice body shot.
Stein prevents a body shot from Arones.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Stein showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stein, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Stein!
A very excited looking Frank Stein 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:
SYN 775 Garuda vs Magufuli 2
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Dog pushes Arones up against the cage in a clinch.
Arones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dog swings wildly with an uppercut but Arones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dog gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Arones.
A head punch on the inside from Dog fails to land.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
Arones tries to work over Dog's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dog lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Dog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Arones fails to land.
Dog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arones's elbow.
Dog lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dog.
Dog scores with a hook to the body.
Dog scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Dog lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1#
Arones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arones.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Arones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Arones misses the shot to the body.
Dog throws a jab when Arones was well out of range.
Dog slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Arones misses with a body shot.
Arones on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dog throws the kick towards the body but Arones avoids it.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dog.
Arones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dog counters with a thumping low kick.
Dog has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2#
A low kick from Dog is predictable there
and Arones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dog takes a swing at Arones's ribcage but misses.
Arones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dog connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Arones scrambles back to his feet.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones is looking to wear down Dog with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dog misses with a straight left.
Arones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dog misses with a straight left.
Arones appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Arones blocks a head kick by Dog.
Dog fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Arones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Arones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Junkyard Dog is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Arones on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#TD#
Dog gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Arones to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dog working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Arones.
Arones throwing strikes but missing.
Arones advances position into side control!
We've been hearing that Arones has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dog takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Arones cracks Dog with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Arones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Check out the look on Arones's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T4#
Arones lands a nice forearm strike.
Dog is trying to control Arones's posture but Arones avoids it.
Arones postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Arones scoring with punches and elbows.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arones in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Dog struggling a bit here.
Arones looking to control but instead Dog has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Dog wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dog keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junkyard Dog dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Arones changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dog looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Arones thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Arones gets to mount! Dog was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Dog keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones landing punches.
Dog is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Arones trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Dog is wriggling around trying to escape.
Arones lands a big shot there that rocks Dog but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Arones looking to control but Dog is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gabriel Arones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Arones avoids the attempt from Dog to control.
Dog is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dog keeps trying to improve his position.
Arones 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.
Arones putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Arones with a couple of short strikes.
Arones unloading with bombs!#ROC#Dog is rocked!
Arones lands with some strikes.
Dog is still in real trouble! Can Arones finish him?
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!
Arones putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
A big strike lands for Arones! That's really hurt Dog and he's turned his back - Arones keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Arones jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gabriel Arones!
After the big win, Gabriel Arones made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
SYN 771 Tower vs Piano
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
DeSilva bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Arones 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.
DeSilva misses with a wild body shot.
Arones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeSilva misses with an uppercut.
Arones blocks a leg kick.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but DeSilva is quick to defend against it.
Arones on the wrong end of a nice hook.
DeSilva misses with an uppercut
and Arones counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Arones cracks DeSilva with a right hand to the side of the head.
DeSilva thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeSilva darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A jab from Arones misses.
DeSilva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
DeSilva thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Arones if he has to take too many more of those.
Arones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones throws a body punch but DeSilva moves out of range.
DeSilva takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
DeSilva connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Arones misses with a body shot.
DeSilva just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSilva.
#TD#
Arones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. DeSilva tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Arones is in DeSilva's guard.
Arones throws a big elbow that misses.
DeSilva has control of Arones's left arm, preventing Arones from doing any damage.
Arones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed DeSilva's guard. #SUB#
Arones is working for a submission of some sort.
Arones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
DeSilva avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Arones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Arones prevents DeSilva from improving his position.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
DeSilva is trying to get back to full guard.
DeSilva taking some punishment here, with Arones in his half guard.
Arones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSilva trying to control here.
DeSilva pushes Arones off but Arones dives into side control.
DeSilva pushes Arones away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Arones gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
DeSilva tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Arones scoring with punches from side control. #SUB#
Arones wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by DeSilva, who protects the arm well.
Arones tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Arones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but DeSilva is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Arones throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and DeSilva works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
DeSilva is positioning himself well to prevent Arones advancing to mount. #T4#
Arones prevents DeSilva from standing back up.
Arones 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.
Arones is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Arones working over DeSilva with some ground and pound. DeSilva looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Arones drops an elbow to the side of DeSilva's head.
DeSilva pushes Arones off looking to stand but Arones dives back in and keeps control.
DeSilva trying to control from the bottom.
DeSilva is trying to stand up here but Arones is controlling him well.
DeSilva keeping hold of Arones's head, controlling as best he can.
Ground and pound from Arones.
DeSilva is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
DeSilva scores with a shot to the body.
DeSilva fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arones on the side of the head.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeSilva with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Arones checks a leg kick nicely.
Arones appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Arones misses with a wild combination.
A slow jab from DeSilva misses its intended target.
DeSilva uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Arones.
DeSilva throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Arones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeSilva can do to turn this around?
DeSilva misses with a leg kick
and Arones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DeSilva closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A nice inside leg kick there by DeSilva. That's going to slow Arones down.
Arones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
DeSilva slips a straight right by Arones.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A chopping leg kick lands by DeSilva.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Arones misses
and DeSilva counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
DeSilva misses with a hook.
DeSilva connects with a leg kick.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from DeSilva.
A counter left hand to the body from Arones misses its target.
DeSilva getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
DeSilva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Arones is looking to wear down DeSilva with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Arones fails with a takedown attempt.
DeSilva turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Arones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from DeSilva.
DeSilva lands with a kick to the temple. Arones shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
DeSilva tests Arones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeSilva scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
DeSilva fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Arones.
DeSilva throws a hook but Arones avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick from DeSilva, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeSilva throws a lazy uppercut
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Arones avoids a punch combination nicely.
Arones lands a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Arones blocks the leg kick.
DeSilva throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Arones appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
No joy there for DeSilva, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Arones blocks a jab.
Arones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Arones scores with a hook.#T3#
Arones misses with a hook
and DeSilva counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DeSilva falls off balance throwing a combination
and Arones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Arones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Arones fails with an attempt to clinch.
DeSilva lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
DeSilva is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Arones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DeSilva looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSilva throws a left and a right that both miss
and Arones counters with a nice uppercut.
DeSilva displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Arones.
DeSilva fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Arones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeSilva.
DeSilva tries to work over Arones's front leg with a kick but Arones checks it.
Arones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for DeSilva.
Arones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DeSilva moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DeSilva throws a solid leg kick but Arones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at DeSilva.
Arones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
DeSilva walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Arones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
DeSilva thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Arones misses its target.
Arones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DeSilva.
DeSilva pivots, looking for a leg kick but Arones is out of range and DeSilva settles back down.
DeSilva lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Arones misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeSilva.
A quick step to the side and Arones tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeSilva listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
DeSilva scores with a leg kick.
DeSilva darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DeSilva throws a leg kick that misses.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeSilva has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Arones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? DeSilva is fending him off so far but Arones persists. Nope, DeSilva circles away and we're back to standing.
DeSilva scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
DeSilva throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeSilva fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arones on the side of the head.
DeSilva throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeSilva throws a hook but Arones avoids it easily.
DeSilva misses the shot to the body.
Arones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
DeSilva works the jab nicely.#TD#
Arones shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Arones was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
DeSilva bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T1#
DeSilva thumps Arones with a low kick.
DeSilva misses with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for DeSilva.
DeSilva looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A jab lands there for DeSilva.
DeSilva connects with a good right hand that stumbles Arones. Arones circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A clash of legs there as Arones blocks the low kick.
DeSilva misses the shot to the body.
Arones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
DeSilva thows a leg kick but Arones checks it #TD#
and Arones counters with a nice double leg into side control. DeSilva won't be happy with that.
DeSilva sneaks out the side door and pushes Arones away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeSilva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
DeSilva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arones sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Arones takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A jab from DeSilva misses.
Arones goes for a double leg but DeSilva avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as DeSilva continues to drive forward.
DeSilva throws a head punch that misses.
Arones tries for a takedown but DeSilva manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeSilva slowing the pace effectively.
DeSilva misses with a short punch on the inside.
DeSilva prevents a body shot from Arones.
Arones misses with a body punch.
DeSilva misses with a body punch.
Arones lands a body shot.
DeSilva works on Arones's body with a couple of short punches.
Arones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nice body punch from DeSilva - that landed with a thud.
Arones blocks a body shot from DeSilva. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from DeSilva fails to land.
Arones prevents a body shot from DeSilva.
DeSilva throws a punch but it's blocked by Arones.
Arones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DeSilva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by DeSilva.
Arones is looking for a takedown.
Arones takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
DeSilva escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A decent looking cross lands there for DeSilva.
DeSilva scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheers as DeSilva lands an impressive looking overhand right. Arones doesn't seem phased though.
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeSilva uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Arones has time to react.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DeSilva.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeSilva. Arones does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
DeSilva throws a shot to the body.
Arones walks into a straight right hand from DeSilva.
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!
DeSilva misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Arones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeSilva misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Arones goes for a double leg but DeSilva avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as DeSilva continues to drive forward.
A short uppercut from Arones.
DeSilva throws a punch but it's blocked by Arones.
Arones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
DeSilva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Arones blocks a body shot from DeSilva.
Arones working aggressively here.
#BC2#
DeSilva manages to break the clinch.
Arones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeSilva looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from DeSilva.
DeSilva slips a jab and a cross from Arones.
And that's the end of the fight!
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think DeSilva has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Antonio Mauricio DeSilva! |
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Event:
Syn Birthday Bash London
Date: Nov 30, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Arones clinches up against the cage.
Sobieski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD#
Sobieski is trying to trip Arones. He has hold of a leg but Arones is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sobieski persists though and gets the takedown into 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#
Arones is looking for a triangle but Sobieski pushes his legs off easily.
Sobieski is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sobieski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Arones is tightening it up a little... Sobieski has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Sobieski reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Sobieski taps out! Nice BJJ there by Arones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Syn Havoc
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tsuruta jabs at Arones's body.
Arones misses with a body shot.
Arones looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsuruta is just out of range.
Tsuruta misses with a straight right.
Arones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tsuruta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Arones, as that shot connected.
Tsuruta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsuruta misses with a looping right.
Arones takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Arones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tsuruta takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Arones looks to land a combination but Tsuruta avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Arones was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta misses with a two punch combination.
Tsuruta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsuruta staying out of range there.
Arones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tsuruta.
#T1#
Tsuruta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arones was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsuruta.
Tomomi Tsuruta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tsuruta misses with a hook
#TD#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tsuruta trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
Tsuruta might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Arones haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tsuruta keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Arones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tsuruta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arones.
Tsuruta wants to improve his position but Arones is controlling well.
Tsuruta keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2#
Arones drops an elbow to the side of Tsuruta's head.
Tsuruta blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones is looking to advance position but Tsuruta won't allow it.
Tsuruta is trying to maintain the position but Arones is very close to passing his half guard.
Arones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Arones not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Arones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tsuruta keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3##SUB#
Arones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tsuruta has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tsuruta blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Arones is trying to control. Tsuruta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Arones is looking for a kimura here.
Arones thows a huge punch but Tsuruta dodges it nicely.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Arones trying to work for an americana but Tsuruta has managed to regain full guard.
Arones with a flurry of punches that miss.
Arones throwing strikes but missing.
Arones trying to control but Tsuruta is working from the bottom.
Tsuruta looking to control.
Arones scoring with punches to the head and body.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsuruta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones postures up and lands a big shot to Tsuruta's brow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Gabriel Arones will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL#
Arones rushes Tsuruta and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Arones breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Arones pushes Tsuruta up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Tsuruta's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Tsuruta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Arones swings for the body but Tsuruta moves out of range.
It seemed like Tsuruta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Arones shoots in and drives through. Tsuruta sprawls well.
Tsuruta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tsuruta there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tsuruta throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
Arones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arones misses with a wild body shot.
Arones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Arones lands with an overhand left.
Tsuruta lands with a shot to the body.
Arones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsuruta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsuruta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Arones throws a shot to the body.
Arones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsuruta misses with an uppercut.
Arones misses with a hook. Tsuruta ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Tsuruta misses.
Arones lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsuruta off the cage and back into range.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsuruta.
Tomomi Tsuruta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Arones misses with a left hand
and Tsuruta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Arones throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tsuruta was covering up waiting for the punch and Arones finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES2#
Tsuruta kicks Arones off and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones slips a straight right by Tsuruta.
Arones swings for the body but Tsuruta moves out of range.
#T2#
Tsuruta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Arones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsuruta lands a lovely overhand right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Tsuruta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tsuruta scores with a jab to the head.
Arones throws a body punch but Tsuruta moves out of range.
Tsuruta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tsuruta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Arones misses with a left hand
and Tsuruta counters with a stiff right hand.
Tsuruta throws a jab when Arones was well out of range.
Arones connects with a body shot.
Arones fails to land with a series of punches.
Tsuruta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Arones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Arones looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsuruta is just out of range.
Tsuruta is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Arones with a body shot.
Arones throws a hook to the side of Tsuruta's head but Tsuruta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Tsuruta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arones avoids the body shot from Tsuruta.
Arones blocks a jab.
Arones cracks Tsuruta with a good jab.
Tsuruta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Arones at a distance.
Arones closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tsuruta counters with a straight right hand.
Arones scores with a nice head shot.
Tsuruta moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsuruta looks to land a right hand but Arones moved out of range.#TD#
Tsuruta gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T4#
Tsuruta manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Arones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsuruta tries to stand but Arones is controlling from the bottom.
Tsuruta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsuruta trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Tomomi Tsuruta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Arones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tsuruta circles away.
Arones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Arones tries to move into range but Tsuruta moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tsuruta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Tsuruta defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Arones.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Tsuruta misses.
Arones moves out of range as Tsuruta strikes.
Tsuruta scores with a hook to the body. Arones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arones is defended easily by Tsuruta.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsuruta throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Tsuruta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Arones lands with a shot to the body.
Arones fails to land with a series of punches.
Tsuruta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsuruta takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab from Tsuruta does it's job there.
Arones slips a jab from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta lands a jab to the head.
Tsuruta misses with a straight left.
Arones shoots for a double leg takedown but Tsuruta sprawls well. He's pushed Arones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tsuruta misses with a straight left.
Arones misses the jab.
Tsuruta looks to land a right hand but Arones moved out of range.
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arones.
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsuruta manages to avoid it.#T2#
Arones looks for a takedown but Tsuruta sprawls well.
A left lands for Tsuruta.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tsuruta tries to avoid it but Arones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tsuruta to the ground. Tsuruta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tsuruta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Arones avoids the body shot from Tsuruta.
The fighters circling - Tsuruta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Tsuruta.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Arones swings for the body but Tsuruta moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsuruta! But no joy.
Tsuruta throws a jab when Arones was well out of range.
Arones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tsuruta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tsuruta throws a hook to the side of Arones's head but Arones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Tsuruta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Arones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tsuruta connects with a body shot.
Tsuruta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arones sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Arones was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsuruta misses the target.
Tsuruta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.#TD#
Arones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Tsuruta's half guard.#ES2#
Tsuruta kicks Arones off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones staying out of range there.#T4#
Tsuruta throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Arones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Arones or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsuruta, which made it look bad.
Arones tries to clinch
and Arones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsuruta takes a swing at Arones's ribcage but misses.
Arones slips under a jab from Tsuruta.
Horrible takedown attempt by Arones or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsuruta, which made it look bad.
Tsuruta just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Arones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Arones looks for a takedown but Tsuruta sprawls well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tomomi Tsuruta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tsuruta has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tomomi Tsuruta!
An out of breath and clearly excited Tomomi Tsuruta thanked ****160Q Energy for $150**** for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Syn 719
Date: Sep 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Epicity throws a right hand that misses
and Arones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Epicity moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Theodore Epicity seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Epicity throws a body shot but no joy.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Epicity.
Epicity takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Arones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Arones swings for the body but Epicity moves out of range.
Arones slips under a jab.
Arones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Epicity throws a right hand that misses
enabling Arones to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice cross by Arones.
Epicity stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Epicity wants it to stay on the feet.
Epicity cracks Arones with a right hand to the side of the head.
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!
Arones misses with a shot to the body
and Epicity counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Epicity connects with a leg kick.
Arones moves out of range of the leg kick from Epicity.
Epicity walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Arones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Arones moves out of range as Epicity strikes.
Epicity connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've been hearing reports that Arones has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Epicity takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A bone on bone clash there as Arones blocks the leg kick.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Epicity lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Epicity has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Epicity looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Epicity tries to kick Arones off but Arones keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Arones working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Arones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Epicity has managed to free his arm - good work.
Arones wants to control but Epicity is keeping him busy.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Epicity blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones. #T2#
Epicity is controlling Arones's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Arones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Epicity wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Epicity has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arones is working away from the top position though.
Arones thows a huge punch but Epicity dodges it nicely.
Epicity pushes Arones off looking to stand but Arones dives back in and keeps control.
Epicity trying to control from the bottom.
Arones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Epicity is trying to get back to full guard.
Arones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Epicity blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones is looking to stall here but Epicity recovers full guard.
Epicity keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Epicity keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones with a flurry of punches that miss.
Arones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Arones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Epicity works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Arones being controlled here momentarily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Arones's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Arones slips nicely into half guard.
Arones perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Arones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Epicity trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
#SUB#
Epicity is defending against the submission attempts here by Arones.
Arones wants to take a breather but Epicity is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
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#
A decent looking cross lands there for Arones.#TD#
Epicity gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Arones to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Arones with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Epicity has wrist control.
Epicity looking to control.
Arones wants to control from the top but Epicity keeps moving.
Arones won't allow Epicity to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones lands a couple of elbows.
Arones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Epicity works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Epicity trying to control the position here.
Arones lands a couple of elbows.#T1##ES2#
Epicity is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC2#
Epicity breaks from the clinch.
Epicity throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Epicity stuns Arones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Epicity swings for the body but Arones moves out of range.
Arones fails with the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Epicity! But no joy.
Arones connects with a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Epicity.
A good leg kick by Epicity.
Epicity throws a sloppy body shot
and Arones counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Epicity jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
A low kick from Epicity is predictable there
and Arones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Epicity misses with a body kick.
Epicity listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big left from Epicity misses.
Arones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Epicity.
A little jabbing left from Epicity on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arones moves out of range as Epicity strikes.
Arones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD#
Arones drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Arones cracks Epicity with a big right hand but Epicity just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Arones wants to control for a moment but Epicity uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Arones frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Arones lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Arones avoids the attempt from Epicity to control.
Epicity is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Arones is staying active.
Arones in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Arones lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Arones connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Arones pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#Epicity is rocked!
Arones lands a big elbow - Epicity is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Epicity is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Gabriel Arones!
An out of breath and clearly excited Gabriel Arones thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
ICS 53
Date: Aug 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Arones clinches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Arones has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thiago is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Arones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Thiago.
Arones tries a body shot but Thiago blocks it.
Arones lands a nice uppercut.
Thiago blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thiago digs a right hand underneath Arones's ribcage. Arones let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Thiago throws a head punch that misses.
Thiago has Arones pressed against the cage.
Arones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Arones presses Thiago against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Thiago prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thiago misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thiago scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Thiago manages to break the clinch.
Thiago looks to land a body kick but Arones moved away.
Nice uppercut there from Thiago.#CUT#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#T1#
Thiago swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Thiago needs to keep his hands up - Arones had a free shot at his head there.
Thiago slips a straight right by Arones.
Arones moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Thiago scores with a decent looking hook.
Arones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thiago.
Thiago clobbers Arones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Arones misses with a body shot.
Thiago throws a low kick but it's checked well by Arones.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thiago.
Thiago takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Arones avoids the body shot from Thiago.
Thiago Thiago is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thiago ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones tries to move into range but Thiago moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Arones moves out of range of the strikes.
Thiago with a jab.
Thiago is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thiago throws a front kick aimed at Arones's knee but Arones avoids it well. #KD#
Thiago lands a big uppercut and Arones crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Arones looks OK. Thiago waves Arones back to his feet!#ROC#Arones is rocked!
Thiago connects with a leg kick.
Arones is still on wobbly legs! Can Thiago finish him?
Thiago ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
Thiago throws a quick inside leg kick.
Thiago finds Arones's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Arones flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Thiago lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Arones will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thiago Thiago!
A very excited looking Thiago Thiago 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:
ICS 49
Date: Aug 02, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Goldberg plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goldberg.
Goldberg pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Arones is looking for the big counter here.
We've been told by Goldberg's head coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Arones on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Arones is looking to clinch but Goldberg is avoiding it.
Arones darts in looking for a takedown but Goldberg gets double underhooks and turns Arones into the cage.
Bill Goldberg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goldberg fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Arones scores with a jab. Goldberg acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goldberg swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Goldberg takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goldberg looks to throw the jab but Arones is out of range.
Goldberg throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
Goldberg throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Arones on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goldberg swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Arones counters with a left and a right that stings Goldberg.
Goldberg scores with a nice head shot.
Goldberg misses with a wild combination.
Goldberg attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Goldberg throws a right hand that Arones ducks under and follows up with a left that Arones also avoids with ease.
Arones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot lands for Goldberg.
Goldberg lands a lovely overhand right.
Goldberg swings widly with a right hand
and Arones makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Goldberg misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a single leg into guard. Goldberg didn't expect that.
Arones throws a strike but Goldberg rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Arones has his foot on Goldberg's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Goldberg works his way back into a safe position though.
Arones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Goldberg passes into side control.
Goldberg gets to mount! Arones was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Arones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Arones regains half guard.
Arones is pressing down on Goldberg's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goldberg defends well.
Goldberg preventing the sweep.
Arones is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Goldberg has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goldberg doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goldberg manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Goldberg postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Arones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Goldberg wanted to stand there but Arones had control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goldberg manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Arones postures up in Goldberg's guard and throws a big left but Goldberg blocks it.
Arones stands and throws Goldberg's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Goldberg struggling a bit here.#T4#
Arones throwing strikes but Goldberg manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Arones has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Goldberg wants to stand but Arones has his arm trapped.
Arones is trying to control Goldberg's posture but Goldberg avoids it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Arones is looking to regain half guard here but Goldberg keeps moving and retains side control.
Arones gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Goldberg pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bill Goldberg will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Goldberg throws a poor cross that misses
and Arones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bill Goldberg is winning the standup battle so far.
Arones slips under a jab from Goldberg.
Goldberg attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Decent striking displayed by Arones there.
Goldberg throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And Arones tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldberg pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Arones darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Goldberg avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones lands with a punch from half guard.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Goldberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones working over Goldberg with some ground and pound. Goldberg looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Goldberg keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Goldberg is trying to get back to full guard.
Goldberg has hold of Arones's hands but Arones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Arones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Goldberg defends it well.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Arones looks to land a strike but Goldberg avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T2#
Arones landing some decent shots from guard.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goldberg is keeping the position for now.
Goldberg utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Goldberg is retaining full guard.
Arones connects with a couple of short punches.
Goldberg working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Arones.
Arones throws a strike but Goldberg rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Arones is looking for a triangle here but Goldberg uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Gabriel Arones has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Arones tries to improve position but can't.
Arones struggling a bit here.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Arones wants to improve his position but Goldberg is controlling well.
Goldberg tries to stand and escape but Arones is controlling the position. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Arones wants to control but Goldberg is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arones manages to get to full guard.
Arones has a closed guard, preventing Goldberg from standing up.
Arones looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Goldberg stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Goldberg, as that shot connected.
Goldberg swings for the body but Arones moves out of range.
#CL2#
Arones forces Goldberg back against the cage and clinches.
Goldberg scores with a shot to the side of Arones's head. #TD2#
Arones has clasped his hands together around Goldberg's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Arones working the ground and pound but Goldberg is defending the strikes.
Goldberg parries the strikes from Arones easily there. Arones is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Goldberg to escape.
Arones in side control lands a decent elbow.
Arones throws a strike aimed at the side of Goldberg's head but Goldberg avoids it well.
Arones postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goldberg keeps working.
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!
Arones working away.#T1#
Goldberg is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Arones has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Arones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Goldberg has escaped the position, nice work there.
Arones throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Arones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Arones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Arones scoring with punches and elbows.
Arones misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Arones in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Arones working the ground and pound but Goldberg is defending the strikes. #T2#
Arones taking a breather here.
Arones throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Goldberg works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Arones is nestled in close to Goldberg, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Arones tries to pass to full mount but Goldberg defends it.
Goldberg is looking to improve his position.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Arones thows a huge punch but Goldberg dodges it nicely.
Arones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Arones is working for a submission of some sort.
Arones is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Arones working over Goldberg with some ground and pound. Goldberg looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Arones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura but Goldberg is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arones to get the leverage. #T4#
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Goldberg defending well though.
Goldberg blocking the ground and pound attempt from Arones.
Arones controlling the action here.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Arones is working for a submission of some sort.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goldberg keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Arones has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
After the big win, Gabriel Arones made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
ICS 45
Date: Jul 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Escobar looks to throw the jab but Arones is out of range.
Arones blocks a jab.#TD#
Arones scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Escobar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Escobar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Escobar is trying to stand up here but Arones is controlling him well.
Escobar keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Arones wants to control but Escobar is keeping him busy.
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Escobar defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escobar regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Arones.
Arones prevents Escobar from getting back to his feet.
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Escobar swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arones throws a big elbow that misses. #T1##ES2#
Escobar has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Arones has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Escobar throws a head punch that misses.
Arones misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Escobar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Arones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Escobar misses with a body shot
enabling Arones to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Braulio Escobar has been cut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arones is defended easily by Escobar.
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Escobar manages to avoid it.
Arones scores with a jab. Escobar acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD#
Arones feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Escobar sprawling to the canvas! Escobar rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Arones finish him?!
#ROC#Escobar is rocked!
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!
Escobar gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Arones gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gabriel Arones!
An out of breath and clearly excited Gabriel Arones thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
ICS 41
Date: Jun 28, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Zaidi changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Arones looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Zaidi wants to control but Arones is keeping him busy.
Arones can't do much from the bottom here.
My spies in VenDettaGYM inform me that Zaidi has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arones gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Zaidi is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Arones manages to get to full guard.
Zaidi landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Zaidi stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Zaidi is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Arones has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Zaidi is looking to defend but Arones has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Zaidi! Arones pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Zaidi taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gabriel Arones made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
ICS 35
Date: May 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Arones misses with a takedown
and Halo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Arones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Halo counters with a nice body shot.
Arones misses with an uppercut
and Halo counters with a nice uppercut.
Arones misses with a lunging right hand
and Halo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Arones lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Halo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Arones falls off balance throwing a combination
and Halo counters with a leg kick.
We've been told by Halo's head coaches at Temple of Illumination that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1##TD2#
Arones shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Halo holds on and takes a little breather.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Halo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Halo keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Halo working a defensive guard here.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones throws a big right hand that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Arones working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Halo looking to control.
Halo keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Arones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Halo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Arones on the ground.
Halo is pulling down on Arones's head to control his posture.
Arones is stalling in the full guard.
Halo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Arones throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Halo controlling Arones's posture. #SUB2#
Arones 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. #T3#
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Halo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Arones.
Arones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Halo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Arones lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Halo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Halo pulls Arones in close to his closed guard and prevents Arones from doing any damage or advancing position.
Halo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Arones is controlling him.
Arones forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Halo wants to get back to full guard but Arones has passed into side control.
Arones lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Halo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Halo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones scoring with punches from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Halo keeps working.
Halo can't do much from the bottom here.
Arones misses with the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Arones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Halo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Halo.
As Arones backs away, Halo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Arones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Arones misses with a body shot
and Halo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Arones's knee momentarily.
Arones lands a head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones fails with a takedown attempt.#T1##TD2#
Halo tries to sprawl but Arones drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Halo is looking to control Arones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Halo avoid being mounted?
Halo is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Arones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Halo tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Arones seems to be looking for submissions.
Arones thows a huge punch but Halo dodges it nicely.
Halo is looking for a sweep. Arones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Arones thows a huge punch but Halo dodges it nicely.
Halo wants to get back to full guard.
Halo has hold of Arones's hands but Arones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Arones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Arones working the head and body with strikes.
Nice strikes from Arones there.
Arones lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Halo has hold of Arones's hands but Arones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Arones wants to work for an arm triangle but Halo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Arones lands strikes from half guard.
Arones prevents Halo from standing back up.
#T3#
Halo moves into full guard.
Halo keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Halo pulls Arones in to control the position.
Arones lands a couple of digs.
Arones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Arones postures up in Halo's guard and throws a big left but Halo blocks it.
Halo working a defensive guard here.
Arones lands a couple of digs.
Halo working a defensive guard but Arones manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T4#
Arones misses with the ground and pound.
Arones lands a few punches from side control.
Arones landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Arones trying to control the action but Halo is working from the bottom.
Arones is chipping away with strikes.
Halo avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Arones.
Halo is trying to improve his position.
Arones lands a few punches from side control.
The ground and pound from Arones seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Arones trying to control the action but Halo is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Halo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Arones gets a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Arones - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Halo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Halo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Halo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Arones is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo trying to land knees to the body.
Halo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Arones blocks it with crossed arms.
Halo misses with a body punch.
Halo blocks an uppercut.
Halo with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Arones throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Arones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Halo backwards.
Halo letting Arones take a breather here.
Arones swings wildly with an uppercut but Halo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Arones.
Halo crunches a lovely knee into Arones's ribcage.
Arones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Arones lands a hook that snaps the head of Halo backwards.
Halo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Arones is defending well for now.#TD2#
Arones turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Halo sneaks back into half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Halo is looking for a sweep. Arones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Arones throwing shots but Halo is blocking nicely.
Arones is keen to just control but Halo is a slippery customer.
Halo won't allow Arones to pass to mount. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Halo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Arones scores with a couple of nice shots.
Arones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
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. Arones connects with a nice short shot to Halo's temple.
Halo controlling the position well.
Crown Halo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arones is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Halo is defending against the submission attempts here by Arones.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Halo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arones is working away from the top position though.
Arones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Halo trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
Arones performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Halo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Arones lands with a punch from half guard.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Halo defending well.
Arones working the head and body with strikes.
Arones trying to control from half guard but Halo is working away.
Arones looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4##SUB#
Halo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arones pulls his head out easily.
Arones passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Halo!
Halo working to try and regain half guard.
Halo takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The referee warns Halo that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Halo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halo can't escape the position.
Arones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Halo looks a forlorn figure.
Gabriel Arones is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC2#Halo is rocked!
Arones looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Arones winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
ICS 28
Date: May 03, 2020 |
#R1#
Hammer scores with a three punch combo!
Arones takes a kick to the side of the head.
A left and a right from Hammer both land. Nice combination.
Hammer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hammer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Arones. That did some damage!
Hammer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Arones is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hammer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A head kick from Hammer lands but Arones takes it in his stride.
Hammer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Arones.
Arones was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Arones throws a good cross that connects.
Arones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hammer defends it nicely.#TD#
Arones drives through with a takedown into guard. #T1#
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Hammer has wrist control.
We've been hearing that Arones has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Hammer seems keen to control Arones's posture.
Arones landing with the ground and pound.
Arones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hammer's head.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Hammer has wrist control.
Hammer has momentary wrist control but Arones slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Arones sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Hammer doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Arones paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Hammer - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Thor Hammer!
A relieved looking Thor Hammer 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:
ICS 20
Date: Apr 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Orlov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Arones swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Orlov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Orlov misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Arones misses the target.
Orlov moves out of range as Arones strikes.
Arones shoots for a double leg takedown but Orlov sprawls well. He's pushed Arones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Arones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Orlov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Arones takes a step back to recover.
Arones tries to move into range but Orlov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Orlov lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orlov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Arones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Orlov.
Orlov misses with a head kick.
Orlov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Orlov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.#T1##TD#
Arones decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Orlov defending well though.
Arones not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Orlov is refusing to be controlled, as Arones sits in half guard.
Arones 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.
Orlov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Well, if Arones 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.
Orlov is trying to stand up here but Arones is controlling him well.
We've been hearing that Arones has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Arones thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Orlov's head.
Orlov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Orlov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Arones.
Arones sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Orlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##ES2#
Orlov kicks Arones off and gets back to his feet.
Arones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Orlov fakes the leg kick and cracks Arones in the body.
Orlov fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Arones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Orlov looks to land a body kick but Arones moved away.
Orlov tries to clinch there but Arones circles away.
Arones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Orlov throws a front kick that sends Arones stumbling back into the cage.
Arones moves in looking to clinch but Orlov pushes him off.
Arones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Orlov to score with a decent uppercut.
Arones throws a big shot that misses.
Orlov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Arones throwing a counter right hand but Orlov manages to avoid it.#T4#
Orlov lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orlov keeps Arones at a distance using the push kick.
Orlov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Arones counters with a straight right hand.
Orlov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Arones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones dives in for a single leg takedown but Orlov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Arones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Orlov counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orlov connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Arones.
Orlov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Arones if he has to take too many more of those.
Orlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Orlov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Orlov misses with a body kick.
Arones thuds his right hand into Orlov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikhail Orlov dominated that round.
That's time! Arones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Arones keeps the fight on the outside.
Arones walks forward, straight into a front kick from Orlov.
Orlov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Orlov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Orlov. Arones shrugs it off though.
Arones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Orlov. Orlov obviously looking to wear him down.
Orlov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Orlov. Arones does a little dance to reset his feet.
A quick step to the side and Arones tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arones looks to land a combination but Orlov avoids it well.
Orlov cracks the inside of Arones's front leg.
Orlov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orlov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Arones. Arones circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Arones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Arones avoids the body shot from Orlov.
#T1#
Orlov throws a body shot but no joy.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Orlov, right into the meat.
Arones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Orlov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Arones at a distance.
Orlov moves away from the strike by Arones.
Orlov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Arones shoots in looking for a takedown but Orlov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Arones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Arones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Orlov does it's job there.
Orlov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Arones went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Arones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Orlov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Arones.
A big right from Orlov misses.
Orlov throws a leg kick but Arones sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Arones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Orlov tries to clinch but Arones moves out of range.
Orlov looks for the body kick but Arones saw that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orlov throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
Orlov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Orlov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Arones. That did some damage!
Orlov throws an overhand right that lands on Arones's shoulder, as Arones tries to avoid the shot.
Mikhail Orlov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones misses with a body shot
and Orlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Orlov misses.
Orlov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Orlov scores with a hook to the body. Arones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Orlov misses with a lunging right hand
and Arones counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Orlov throws a front kick that sends Arones stumbling back into the cage.
Orlov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Arones.
Orlov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orlov moves out of range of the strikes.
Mikhail Orlov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Orlov wants to clinch up but Arones keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Arones misses the target.
Orlov connects with a body shot that sends Arones's belly button to the back.
Orlov slips a jab from Arones.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Orlov.
Arones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Orlov throws a leg kick which misses Arones's front leg but catches the back leg as Arones tries to avoid it.
Orlov works the jab nicely.
Arones steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Orlov. That one must have hurt.
Arones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Arones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Orlov can pounce on him.
#T4#
Orlov scores with a jab to the head.
Arones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orlov dips to his left and cracks Arones with an uppercut!
Orlov misses with a kick to the body
and Arones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orlov misses with a low kick as Arones jumps back.
Orlov misses with a body punch
and Arones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orlov misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Orlov's corner calls for a 1-2. Orlov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Orlov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Arones lands a lovely overhand right.
Arones has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Orlov.
Orlov throws a body shot but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikhail Orlov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Orlov scores with the left hand. Arones knows he should have avoided that one.
Arones looks to land a left hand but Orlov moved out of range nicely.
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Orlov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Orlov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Arones counters with a one-two to the body.
Orlov connects with a nice looking jab.
Arones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Arones is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Orlov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Orlov misses with a kick to the body.
Arones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Orlov lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Orlov misses with a hook
and Orlov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Orlov rushes Arones and presses him up against the cage.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1#
Orlov working aggressively here.
Arones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Orlov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aroness head.
Arones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Arones tries to score a body lock takedown but Orlov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A head punch on the inside from Orlov fails to land.
Orlov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Arones scores with a hook to the body.
Arones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arones.
Arones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Orlovs head.
Arones throws a head punch that misses.
Orlov throws a punch but it's blocked by Arones.
Orlov misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Arones gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Orlov has one foot on Arones's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Orlov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Orlov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T2##CL2#
Orlov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Arones, pushing him back against the cage.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Orlov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Arones.
Orlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Orlov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Orlov.
Orlov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Orlov.
Orlov misses with the head strike.
Orlov prevents the takedown attempt.
Orlov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Orlov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Orlov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Arones has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Orlov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Orlov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aroness head.
Arones tries to work over Orlov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Arones.
Orlov throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arones.
Orlov working aggressively here.
Arones is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Orlov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Arones cracks Orlov with a nice body shot.
Orlov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Orlov as Arones tries to tie him up.
Orlov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Arones.
Mikhail Orlov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Orlov tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Arones lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES2#
Orlov has one foot on Arones's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Arones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Orlov circles away quickly and effectively.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Orlov! But no joy.
Arones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Orlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Orlov scores with a kick to the midsection.#T4#
Orlov throws a body kick that misses.
Orlov throws the kick towards the body but Arones avoids it.
Arones misses with a body shot.
Mikhail Orlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Orlov.
Orlov swings for the body but Arones moves out of range.
Arones misses with an uppercut. Orlov saw that one coming.
Orlov throws a body kick that misses.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Orlov throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
Arones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Arones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Orlov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Arones counters with a nice uppercut.
Gabriel Arones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Orlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mikhail Orlov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Orlov 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Orlov!
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Event:
ICS Leapyear
Date: Feb 29, 2020 |
#R1#
Arones throws a big shot that misses.
Arones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Escobar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Arones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arones.
Arones lands with a nice body punch.
Escobar changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Braulio Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Escobar gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Arones.
Escobar misses with an uppercut
and Arones counters with a right hand to the body.
Escobar misses with a right hand
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Braulio Escobar has been cut.
A jab from Escobar misses.
Escobar swings for the body but Arones moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arones stuns Escobar with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Escobar needs to keep his hands up - Arones had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Escobar. Beautiful body shot.
Escobar throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Arones counter with a right hand.
Escobar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Arones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Escobar avoids it really well and circles away.
Arones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Escobar.
Escobar throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Arones misses its target.
Arones darts in looking for a takedown but Escobar gets double underhooks and turns Arones into the cage.
Arones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Escobar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Arones throws out a loose jab but Escobar uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Nice jab there from Escobar.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Escobar misses with an uppercut
and Arones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Escobar. Arones does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been informed that Escobar has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Escobar lands a body shot.
Escobar lands a really nice looking cross but Arones seems unphased.
A slow jab from Escobar misses its intended target.
Arones takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Arones shoots in and bounces Escobar off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Escobar is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Arones scoring with punches to the head and body.
Escobar wants to stand up but Arones is controlling him.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Escobar has wrist control.
Escobar wants to get back to his feet but Arones is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Arones throws an elbow that misses. Escobar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Arones's guard. Nice move by Escobar!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Escobar is one step ahead there.
Arones is trying to keep Escobar in close.
#T4##SUB#
Arones working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Escobar has passed into half guard!
Arones trying to hold on to Escobar's head to control him but Escobar postures up.
Arones is looking for a sweep. Escobar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Arones regains full guard. Nicely done.
Escobar wants to stand but Arones has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Escobar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Gabriel Arones will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Braulio Escobar's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Escobar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Escobar on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Arones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Escobar swings widly with a right hand
and Arones makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Escobar manages to avoid it.
Escobar looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Escobar throws a right hand that misses
and Arones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Escobar throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones thuds his right hand into Escobar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Escobar misses with a lunging right hand
and Escobar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Arones looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Arones stops Escobar from getting back to his feet.
Escobar keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Escobar keeps working.
Escobar looks like he's trying to stand up.
Arones working the head and body with strikes.
Arones looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Escobar does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Arones scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Escobar taking some punishment here, with Arones in his half guard.
Arones is trying to control the action in half guard but Escobar is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Arones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Arones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Escobar tries to kick Arones off in order to stand up. Arones Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Escobar keeps working.
Arones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Arones is trying to get an arm triangle but Escobar is defending well.
Arones tries to advance to mount but Escobar denies him. #T3#
Arones throws an elbow but Escobar slips to the side and avoids it well.
Arones scores with punches from side control.
Escobar is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Arones is working Escobar over with some ground and pound from side control.
Arones 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.
Escobar tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Escobar covering up well and avoiding damage. #T4#
Arones softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Arones struggling to keep hold of the position.
Arones throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Arones's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Arones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Escobar can do to turn this around?
Escobar wants to get back to his feet.
Arones throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Arones trying to control momentarily.
Arones missing with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Braulio Escobar's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Arones looks to land a combination. Escobar sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Escobar lands a nice shot to the body.
Arones throws a looping overhand right but Escobar ducks down to avoid it.
Escobar scores with a jab to the body.
Gabriel Arones is winning the standup battle so far.
Escobar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Arones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Escobar throws a right hand that misses
and Arones counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Escobar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arones.
Arones has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Arones.
A countering left hand to the body from Escobar misses.
Arones misses with a hook. Escobar ducked under it nicely.
Arones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Arones lands a jab.#T1#
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones looks to throw the jab but Escobar is out of range.
Escobar needs to keep his hands up - Arones had a free shot at his head there.
Arones tries for a takedown but Escobar sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Escobar throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
Arones is looking for a counter combo.
Escobar slips a jab from Arones.
Escobar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Arones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Escobar's head.
Escobar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arones shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Escobar eats them both and turns towards Arones to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Arones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Escobar swings widly with a right hand
and Arones counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Escobar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Escobar throws a predictable looking body shot
and Arones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Arones dives in and grabs Escobar's left leg, looking for a takedown. Escobar pushes down on Arones's head and hops out.
Escobar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Arones counters with a two punch combo. #CUT#
That has opened up Braulio Escobar's cut even more.
Arones doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Escobar counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Escobar misses the jab.
Arones moves out of range of the strikes.
Arones went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Arones with a poor takedown
and Escobar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Escobar looks to land a right hand but Arones moved out of range.
Escobar looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.#T3#
Arones tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Escobar defends well and Arones ends up having to push Escobar into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Arones swings for the body but Escobar moves out of range.
Escobar looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
Arones has a takedown stuffed.
Arones throws a hook to the side of Escobar's head but Escobar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A shot to the body from Arones misses
and Escobar counters with a straight right hand.
Escobar connects with a body shot.
Escobar throws out a loose jab but Arones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arones throwing a counter right hand but Escobar manages to avoid it.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Escobar throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Arones slips under a jab.#T4#
Escobar takes a swing at Arones's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Arones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Escobar displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Arones throws out the jab.
Arones fails to land the takedown.
Escobar throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Braulio Escobar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Escobar throws a jab but it's blocked by Arones.
Escobar misses with a right hand
and Arones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Escobar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A right-left combo lands from Escobar.
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!
Arones cracks Escobar with an open hand slap.
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Escobar throws a right hand that misses
and Arones counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gabriel Arones is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Arones takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Gabriel Arones.
Well Arones has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
After the big win, Gabriel Arones made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
CEC 693
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Monteiro swings widly with a right hand
and Arones counters with a left to the body.
Arones swings away with a body shot that misses
#KD2#
and Monteiro counters with a flying knee that drops Arones!
Monteiro wants to get up but he can't break Arones's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Monteiro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Monteiro wants to get up but he can't break Arones's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Monteiro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Monteiro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Monteiro has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Monteiro tries to stand but Arones is controlling from the bottom.
Arones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monteiro is one step ahead there.
Monteiro trying to stand up but can't free himself from Arones's guard.#SUB#
Monteiro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Arones looking to control.
#SUB#
Arones looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Monteiro has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Arones is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Monteiro sprawls well. Monteiro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Arones gets slowly back to his feet.
Monteiro misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Monteiro takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteiro takes a swing at Arones's ribcage but misses.
Arones throws a big counter combination but Monteiro scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Monteiro tries to close the distance and clinch but Arones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt - Monteiro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Monteiro slips under a jab from Arones.
Arones jabs Monteiro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monteiro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Arones.#CL2#
Monteiro closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Monteiro.
Monteiro blocks an uppercut.
Arones digs a right hand underneath Monteiro's ribcage. Monteiro let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Arones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Monteiro after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteiro lands with a light punch inside.
Monteiro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Monteiro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Arones is trying to force a seperation but Monteiro has the dominant position.#BC#
Arones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Monteiro wants to clinch but Arones slips to the side
and Arones counters with a stiff right hand.
Arones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Monteiro as he jumps to the side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monteiro falls off balance throwing a combination
and Arones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Monteiro stuffs the takedown.
Arones throws a lazy right hand but Monteiro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Despite the aggression on Monteiro's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Monteiro's waist but Monteiro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Arones off to one side.
Arones misses with an uppercut. Monteiro saw that one coming.
Monteiro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Monteiro dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Arones shoots for a takedown but Monteiro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Monteiro ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
Monteiro throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Arones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Arones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Monteiro sprawls and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Monteiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteiro moves away.#TD#
Arones bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteiro is trying to get back to his feet.
We've been hearing that Arones has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Arones grinds an elbow into Monteiro's temple. #SUB#
Arones thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Arones is working Monteiro over with some ground and pound from side control.
Monteiro is trying to get back to his feet.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Monteiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monteiro is trying to buck Arones off.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteiro keeps working.
Monteiro is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Arones asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Arones tries to score with some ground and pound. Monteiro controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Monteiro pushes Arones away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Arones gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Monteiro is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Arones throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteiro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monteiro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T3#
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteiro manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Monteiro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arones fails with the takedown
and Monteiro counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Arones thinking.
Arones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Arones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Monteiro tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Arones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Monteiro's waist but Monteiro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Arones off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones misses with a left hand
and Monteiro counters with a good, hard body kick but Arones shrugs it off.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4#
Monteiro throws a right and a left that Arones avoids nicely.
Arones lands with a nice body punch.
Monteiro misses with a looping right.
Nice jab there from Arones.
Monteiro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Arones.
Monteiro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Monteiro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteiro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
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!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Arones.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monteiro closes the distance but Arones moves to the side
and Arones counters with a two punch combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Arones misses with a right hand
and Monteiro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monteiro takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Arones jabs Monteiro right on the nose. Monteiro blinks but takes it well.
Arones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Arones takes a swing at Monteiro's ribcage but misses.
Monteiro now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Arones misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Monteiro enables Arones to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Monteiro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Arones might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Monteiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones prevents Monteiro from getting back to his feet. #T1##ES2#
Monteiro manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Arones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2#
and Monteiro counters with a beautiful punch that sends Arones to the canvas!
Monteiro wanted to stand there but Arones had control of the position. #SUB#
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Monteiro is aware though and is defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monteiro wants to stand but Arones is controlling his posture from full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SU2#
Monteiro stands up and waves to Arones to follow him.
Arones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Monteiro counters with a huge right that knocks Arones out cold! Monteiro is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tony Monteiro!
After winning the bout, Tony Monteiro 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:
CEC 689
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
#R1#
Arones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Reem looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.
Reem misses with a straight left. #CL#
Reem gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A hook to the body from Arones.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Reem is struggling to control the position.
Arones lands with a right to the head.
Arones can't get the takedown.
Arones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Reem working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Arones.
Reem throws a head punch that misses.
Arones misses with some punches.
Reem scores with a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Arones.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reem stalling.
#T1#
Arones misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
Reem misses with a punch to the body.
Reem slowing the pace effectively.
Reem's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Arones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Arones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Reem is trying to break the clinch but Arones has him pressed against the cage.
Reem scores with a shot to the side of Arones's head. #BC2#
Arones manages to break the clinch.
Arones cracks Reem with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Reem throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A telegraphed right hand from Reem misses the target.
Umberto Reem is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones misses with an uppercut. #TD2#
Arones scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reem tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Arones presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Arones throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Arones working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T2#
Arones misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee warns Reem that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Arones with good strikes from the mount here!
Arones lands a big shot there that rocks Reem but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Arones thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Reem is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Reem wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Arones.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Arones cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Arones thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Reem wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Arones.
#T3#
Arones putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Reem is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Arones tries to control but Reem wriggling away.
Arones lands a nice shot to the head.
Arones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Reem looks a forlorn figure.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Reem holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Arones tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Arones tries to control but Reem wriggling away.
Arones throwing strikes here but Reem is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
#T4#
Reem really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Arones trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Reem blocking the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Reem'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.
Arones takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Reem holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Arones tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Arones thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones wants to control the pace but Reem is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Arones darts in looking for a takedown but Reem gets double underhooks and turns Arones into the cage.
Reem throws a body shot but no joy.
Arones throws the left hand but Reem avoids the punch easily.
Reem throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Reem throws a head kick that half lands.
Reem scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Arones scores with a punch to the head.
Reem with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Arones to score with a decent uppercut.
Arones lunges at Reem with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Reem's hand.
Arones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Reem scores with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reem swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones misses with the combination.
#T1#
Reem blocks a jab.
Reem dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Arones scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Reem defending well though.
Reem is looking to improve his position.
Arones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Still in half guard, Arones seems content to control.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Reem defending well.
Arones throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Reem to regain full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones stands up over Reem, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Reem controls Arones momentarily but Arones frees himself.
Arones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Arones is in close to Reem's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Reem is pulling down on Arones's head. It's preventing any offense from Arones, at least for the moment.
Arones with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Arones scoring with punches to the head and body.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Reem is keeping the position for now.
Arones stops Reem from standing up. #T3#
Arones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Arones with a flurry of punches that miss.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arones with a flurry of punches that miss.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Arones trying to control but Reem is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T4#
Arones landing with the ground and pound.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arones lands a couple of digs.
Arones throws a big elbow that misses.
Arones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Arones throwing strikes but missing.
Reem utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Arones lands a couple of digs.
Reem keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Reem avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Arones misses with a body shot.
Reem works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Reem throws a hook to the side of Arones's head but Arones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reem throws a series of punches but Arones avoids them all with ease.
Reem misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Umberto Reem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reem paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Reem misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Gabriel Arones has got the better of the ground game so far.
Arones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Arones throwing shots but Reem is blocking nicely.
Arones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Reem does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Arones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Reem defending well though.
Reem regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Arones.
Arones content to stall in guard here.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Reem is keeping the position.
Arones trying to control but Reem is working from the bottom.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Reem has wrist control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Reem seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Reem utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Reem avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Reem keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Reem feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Aroness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Arones throws a jab but it's blocked by Reem.
Arones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Reem.
Arones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
Arones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Reem.#TD2#
Arones shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Reem is trying to defend but Arones finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Arones misses with a head shot. Reem uses the momentum to regain guard.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Reem is keeping the position for now.
Arones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Reem is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reem not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Arones wants to pass the guard but Reem is keeping the position.
Arones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Umberto Reem has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gabriel Arones is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones misses with a jab, cross combination.
A shot to the liver by Reem. Beautiful body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Arones winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
After the big win, Gabriel Arones made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Birthday Bash 2
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Wyatt throws a series of punches but Arones moves out of range.
Arones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wyatt sprawls and moves away.
Arones blocks a jab.
Arones attempts a counter takedown but Wyatt avoids it well and moves away.
Wyatt looks to land a right hand but Arones moved out of range.
Wyatt lands with a nice combination. Arones backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
A jab from Wyatt misses.
Wyatt throws a leg kick that is checked
and Arones counters with a left to the body.
The fighters circling - Arones throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wyatt slips a jab and a cross from Arones.
Wyatt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Arones.
Wyatt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arones.
Wyatt throws a counter combo.#T1#
Wyatt tries to land a front kick but Arones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Arones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Arones feinted with a counter takedown.
Koba Wyatt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wyatt dodges the punch combination from Arones.
A combination from Wyatt does no damage.
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Wyatt shows good takedown defense.
A little jabbing left from Wyatt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters circling - Wyatt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arones blocks a head kick by Wyatt.
Wyatt throws a sloppy body shot
and Arones counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Wyatt throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Arones on the side of the head.
Arones lands a jab to the head.
Wyatt misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Wyatt is quick to defend against it.
Wyatt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wyatt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wyatt swings away with a body shot that misses
and Arones counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wyatt throws a head kick but Arones moves out of range.
Arones attempts a counter takedown but Wyatt avoids it well and moves away.
Arones misses the shot to the body.
Wyatt scores with a body shot.
#T3#
Wyatt loads up on a big right hand but Arones slips the punch.
Arones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wyatt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Arones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wyatt throws a head kick that misses.
Wyatt throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Wyatt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Arones throws out the jab.
A nice side step and Wyatt releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Arones throws an off balance right hand
and Wyatt counters with a stiff right hand.
Arones lands a right hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Wyatt does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Wyatt clobbers Arones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wyatt looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
Wyatt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Arones to counter with a crisp jab.
Arones cracks Wyatt with an open hand slap.
Wyatt throws a head kick that misses.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice sprawl there from Wyatt as Arones shoots in.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wyatt. Arones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arones dodges the punch combination from Wyatt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Koba Wyatt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Wyatt as he connects with a hook.
Arones throws a lazy uppercut
and Wyatt counters with a nice uppercut.
Wyatt stuffs the takedown attempt from Arones. Arones gets slowly back to his feet.
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wyatt moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Wyatt lands an impressive looking overhand right. Arones doesn't seem phased though.
Wyatt throws a combination that misses
enabling Arones to counter with a crisp jab.
Wyatt lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Arones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Wyatt has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wyatt.
Wyatt throws a right hand that Arones ducks under and follows up with a left that Arones also avoids with ease.
It looked like Arones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wyatt is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wyatt throws a right hand that Arones ducks under and follows up with a left that Arones also avoids with ease.
Wyatt looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.
Arones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wyatt sprawls and moves away.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wyatt.
Wyatt is looking for the big counter here.
Arones connects with a body shot.
Wyatt slips under a jab from Arones.#T2#
Arones fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Wyatt.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Wyatt misses with a double jab.
Arones was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Arones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Wyatt throws an overhand right that lands on Arones's shoulder, as Arones tries to avoid the shot.
Arones misses with a hook. Wyatt ducked under it nicely.
Arones misses the shot to the body.
Arones with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wyatt with a jab.
Wyatt scores with a hook to the body. Arones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arones misses with the combination.
Arones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Koba Wyatt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
Arones looks to throw the jab but Wyatt is out of range.
It seemed like Wyatt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Wyatt tries to sprawl but Arones drives through with a takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wyatt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Arones is taking a breather. Wyatt says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Arones slips a nice elbow through Wyatt's hands, connecting with Wyatt's forehead.
Wyatt wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Koba Wyatt will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wyatt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Wyatt throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wyatt misses with a two punch combination.
Arones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wyatt throws a hook but Arones avoids it easily.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wyatt throws an overhand right that lands on Arones's shoulder, as Arones tries to avoid the shot.
Arones defending well as Wyatt loads up on a big left hand.
Koba Wyatt seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wyatt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wyatt scores with a head kick.
Arones swings for the body but Wyatt moves out of range.
Wyatt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Arones. That snapped Wyatt's head back.
Wyatt swinging wildly here.
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wyatt.
Wyatt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Wyatt is quick to defend against it.
Wyatt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wyatt fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arones on the side of the head.#T2#
Wyatt misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.#TD#
Arones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Wyatt tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Arones is in Wyatt's guard.
Wyatt is looking to stand back up but Arones counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Wyatt.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
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. Arones connects with a nice short shot to Wyatt's temple.
Arones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Wyatt pushes Arones off looking to stand but Arones dives back in and keeps control.
Arones is trying to control the action in half guard but Wyatt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T3#
Arones stops Wyatt from getting back to his feet.
Arones working the head and body with strikes.
Arones passes to full mount!
Arones wants to control the pace but Wyatt is squirming around nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wyatt is bucking up trying to escape but Arones cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Arones content just to control the position here.
Arones lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Arones is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Arones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Wyatt looks a forlorn figure.
#T4#
Arones throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Wyatt is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Arones thowing shots but they're missing.
Oooh a big shot lands for Arones! Wyatt is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Gabriel Arones!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gabriel Arones made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
CEC INVASION
Date: Sep 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Arones cracks Ellis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ellis cracks Arones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ellis connects with a body shot.
Ellis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ellis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arones on the side of the head.
Ellis misses with a body punch
and Ellis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Arones throws a right hand that misses
and Ellis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Arones misses with a straight left.
Arones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Arones drives through with a takedown into Ellis's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Arones stands up over Ellis, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Arones prevents Ellis from getting back to his feet.
Arones is looking to work some ground and pound but Ellis has wrist control.
Arones sitting in guard, not really doing much. #ES2#
Ellis wriggles free and stands up. #T1#
Arones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ellis throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
Ellis lands with a hook. Arones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Arones takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ellis throws a jab when Arones was well out of range.
Ellis throws a lazy head kick
and Arones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ellis will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Arones throws a body punch but Ellis moves out of range.
Ellis throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Ellis lands a body shot.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Ellis misses with a hook
#TD#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Ellis pushes Arones off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ellis scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Dock Ellis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Ellis misses its intended target.
Arones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ellis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ellis.
Ellis misses with a looping left.
Ellis connects with a single shot there.#KD2#
Ellis lands a big head kick that sends Arones tumbling to the mat! Ellis takes a step backwards and waves Arones back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Arones is rocked!
Arones backs away from a small jab... but Ellis lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Arones crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Ellis with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Dock Ellis!
Dock Ellis 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:
NSC 53: Campbell vs Scaletta
Date: Sep 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Shorton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Arones.
Arones throws a right hand that misses
and Shorton counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Arones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Arones throws a body punch but Shorton moves out of range.
As Arones backs off Shorton throws a huge counter combo but Arones manages to avoid it all.
Arones throws a nice looking combination but Shorton bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Arones shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Arones showed some decent athleticism there.
Shorton is trying to stand back up but Arones is controlling him
#SUB#
Arones seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Shorton is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
In defeat, Bill Shorton stepped up to the mic, saying 'I HOPE YOU STUB YOUR DAMN TOE AND FALL UP THE STAIRS. '.
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Event:
EFC Zexi vs Vale
Date: Aug 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from OConnell. Those never looked like landing.
OConnell misses with a series of wild punches.
Arones scores with a hook.
OConnell tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by OConnell.
And OConnell counters with a quick kick to the body but Arones blocks it.
Arones scores with a nice head shot.
OConnell lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#CL#
OConnell takes the fight into the clinch.
Arones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OConnell.
Arones blocking some punches.
OConnell throws a head punch that misses.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T1##TD2#
Arones has hold of one of OConnell's legs. OConnell is fighting the takedown attempt but Arones gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Arones wants to pass the guard but OConnell is keeping the position.
Arones trying to control but OConnell is working from the bottom.
OConnell working a defensive guard here.
Arones wants to control from the top but OConnell keeps moving.
Arones won't allow OConnell to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OConnell is working hard here to advance position.
Arones passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Arones controls the position from side control.#T2#
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but OConnell keeps working.
OConnell struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Arones goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, OConnell has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Arones but great work by OConnell.
OConnell working away.
Arones tries to buck OConnell off but OConnell is having none of it.
Arones can't do much from the bottom here.
Arones is trying to improve his position.
OConnell just content to control the position. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Arones tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but OConnell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Arones sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.
Arones is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
OConnell is looking for a kimura here.
OConnell controlling the pace.
Arones tries to roll over but OConnell keeps him under control.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Arones is trying to maintain the position but OConnell is very close to passing his half guard.
OConnell has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Arones works to full guard.
Arones is trying to keep OConnell in close.
#SUB2#
Arones has his foot on OConnell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. OConnell works his way back into a safe position though.
OConnell preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Arones throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! OConnell escapes and throws Arones's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones is looking for a sweep.
OConnell tries to stand but Arones is controlling his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Paul OConnell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
That's time! OConnell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - OConnell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A head kick by OConnell misses
and Arones counters with a stiff right hand.
OConnell scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
OConnell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Arones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
OConnell throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
OConnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arones was well out of range. Poor timing from OConnell.
OConnell misses with a two punch combination.
Arones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Arones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Arones there as he acknowledges the shot.
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!
A jab from Arones finds it's way through OConnell's defenses.
Arones lands an overhand right.
We've been told by OConnell's head coaches at New York Training Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1##CL#
OConnell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Arones can't find room to land a body shot as OConnell controls the action.
OConnell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arones content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Arones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Arones tries for a takedown. No joy.
OConnell misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones trying to control the position but instead, OConnell has worked for underhooks and has pushed Arones into the cage.
Arones lands a left hand.
Arones working aggressively here.
OConnell is working Arones over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arones.
OConnell is defending well against a takedown attempt.
OConnell misses with some punches.
Arones blocks a body shot from OConnell. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Arones.
OConnell misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones lands a body punch in the clinch.
Arones tries for a takedown but OConnell manages to get underhooks.
Paul OConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
OConnell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
OConnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Arones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. OConnell seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Arones can turn it around.#BC2#
Arones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Arones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Arones misses with an uppercut
and OConnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling OConnell to score with a decent uppercut.
OConnell tries to clinch but Arones moves out of range.
Arones throws a counter combo.
A telegraphed right hand from Arones misses the target.
Arones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from OConnell misses the target.
Arones misses with a body shot
and OConnell counters with a flying knee. Nice.
OConnell misses with a low kick as Arones jumps back.#T3#
OConnell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
OConnell throws a body shot but no joy.
OConnell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Arones throws out a counter right but OConnell avoids it with no problem.
Arones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
OConnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
OConnell takes a body punch but keeps moving.
OConnell is looking to clinch.
OConnell scores with a push kick.
Paul OConnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract OConnell.
OConnell seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Arones throws a jab when OConnell was well out of range.
A head kick misses from OConnell. #T4#
Arones moves out of range of the body kick.
A swing and a miss from Arones.
OConnell misses with a looping right.
Arones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
OConnell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Arones counters with a stiff right hand.
Arones misses with a wild body shot.
Arones lands the left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
OConnell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Arones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Arones avoids the head kick by OConnell.
Arones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sloppy strikes from Arones. Those never looked like landing.
Arones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and OConnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Arones takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul OConnell dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Arones tries for a takedown but OConnell circles away easily
and Arones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
OConnell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Paul OConnell is winning the standup battle so far.
Arones misses with a looping left.
OConnell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Arones circles away quickly and effectively.
A little jabbing left from Arones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arones misses with a hook
and OConnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Paul OConnell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
OConnell doesn't manage to clinch there - Arones circles away.
Arones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arones has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lazy body kick from OConnell
and Arones counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
OConnell rushes Arones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Arones on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Arones misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
OConnell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Arones is defending well for now.
Arones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
OConnell working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
OConnell can't find room to land a body shot as Arones controls the action.
OConnell blocks an uppercut.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
OConnell throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Arones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
OConnell misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones scores with a shoulder strike.
Arones prevents a body shot from OConnell.
OConnell tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Arones.
Arones scores with a shoulder strike.
Arones lands a left hand that snaps the head of OConnell backwards.
Arones pushes OConnell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
OConnell is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
OConnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Paul OConnell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Arones working aggressively here.
OConnell gets underhooks to prevent Arones's takedown attempt.
Paul OConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arones lands a body punch in the clinch.
OConnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Arones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with OConnell's elbow.
OConnell blocks an uppercut.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
Arones misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Arones. #T3#
OConnell lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Arones stalling the fight.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but OConnell avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
OConnell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Arones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OConnell.
Arones misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OConnell.
Arones avoiding damage as OConnell throws knees to the body.
Arones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Arones pushes OConnell back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Arones is stalling here.
Arones misses with a punch to the body.
Arones lands with a right to the head.
OConnell blocking some punches.
Arones is looking for a takedown up against the cage. OConnell gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD2#
Arones lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
OConnell wants to get back to full guard.
Arones content to control rather than advance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones wants to free his trapped foot but OConnell is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think OConnell has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul OConnell!
An out of breath Paul OConnell 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:
EFC Braz vs McCullen
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Giant on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#
It looks like Yhorm Giant has been cut.
Giant will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Giant uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Arones.
Arones avoids the body shot from Giant.
Arones takes one on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Giant thows a left - swing and a miss!
Giant finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Arones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CL2#
Giant closes the distance and pushes Arones back into the cage.
Giant lands a nice elbow.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Giant.#TD#
Arones has clasped his hands together around Giant's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Giant 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Giant tries to bench press Arones off him but Arones keeps the position.
Arones trying to control the action but Giant is working from the bottom.
Arones working away.#T1##SUB#
Arones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Giant is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Giant regains half guard.
Arones performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Giant tries to get to full guard but Arones has control of the leg.
Arones wants to free his trapped foot but Giant is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Arones passes to full mount!
Arones tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Giant regains half guard.#SUB#
Arones seems to be looking for submissions.
Giant wants to get back to full guard.
Arones is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Arones wants to finish this one by submission but Giant is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Arones. #T3#
Arones pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Arones has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Arones moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Giant is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Arones gets his way!
#SUB#
Arones has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Giant has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Giant wants to control his opponent's hands but Arones gets his hands free. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arones is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Arones gets his hands free as Giant looks to control.
What can Giant do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
You can see the frustration on Giant's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Arones is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Giant defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Arones's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Arones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Giant.
Arones has a takedown stuffed.
Arones moves out of range of the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Arones misses its target.
Giant misses the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Giant.
Arones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Arones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Giant misses the shot to the body.
Giant misses with a body kick.
Giant misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Arones throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Giant swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Giant jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Giant pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Giant darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Arones sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Arones takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Giant throws a leg kick but Arones checks it.
Arones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Giant. Giant obviously looking to wear him down.
Giant has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#KD2#
Giant cracks Arones with a big right hand and Arones goes down!#CUT2#
Gabriel Arones's cut is getting worse.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Giant 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. #SU2#
Giant decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Arones, up you get!
Arones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Giant misses with a head kick.
Giant throws a leg kick but Arones checks it. #TD#
Arones shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Arones is trying to control. Giant wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Arones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Giant knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Giant is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Arones's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Arones's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones breaks Giant's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Giant has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Arones pushes down on Giant's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Giant slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Arones wants to control from the top but Giant keeps moving. #T3#
Arones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Arones forces his way into half guard.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Giant keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Giant is in trouble now - Arones has advanced to mount!
Giant sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T4#
Arones wants to pass the guard but Giant is defending well. #SUB#
Arones is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Giant is doing well to control the position and prevent Arones from advancing to side control.
Giant tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Giant moves into full guard.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yhorm Giant showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Good leg kick by Giant there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Giant throws a low kick but it's checked well by Arones.
Arones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Giant loads up on a big right hand but Arones slips the punch.
Giant is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Arones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Giant's head backwards.
Arones misses with a straight left.
Giant misses with a head kick.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Giant is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Arones moves into range and clinches up with Giant.
Giant cracks Arones with a nice body shot.
Arones's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Giant working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones wants a takedown.
Giant lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Arones presses Giant against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Giant throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aroness head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arones looking to slow down the pace here.
Giant blocking some punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Giant misses with a body punch.
Giant lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Arones dodges an elbow strike from Giant.
Arones is working for takedown but Giant is calmly controlling the position for now.
Giant is leaning against Arones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Giant lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Giant scores with a nice hook to the head.
Giant scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Giant breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#KD2#
Arones ducks straight into an uppercut from Giant and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Arones manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC2#
Arones is rocked!#CUT2#
Gabriel Arones's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones being controlled here, momentarily.
Oh Arones is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Giant gets to his feet and stands over Arones, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Arones felt that one! Giant unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Arones from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yhorm Giant!
A less than humble Yhorm Giant misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
EFC Higgs vs Carsara
Date: Jun 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Castillo just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Arones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Castillo counter with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Castillo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The House Of Pain in the buildup to the fight.
Castillo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Arones.
Castillo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Arones.
Castillo digs a good body shot into Arones's ribs.
Castillo darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #KD#
Castillo lands a left and a right that send Arones crashing to the mat, dazed. Castillo thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Arones is rocked!
Ricardo Castillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Castillo knocks out Arones with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Castillo before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Castillo picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ricardo Castillo!
A very excited looking Ricardo Castillo 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:
EFC Matusov vs Daughtrey
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
A big left from Thomas misses.
A little feinted left hand from Arones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thomas fails to land the takedown.
Arones throws a lazy right hand but Thomas sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thomas shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Thomas misses the body punch
letting Arones counter with a right hand.
Arones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Gabriel Arones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Thomas.
Thomas misses with a takedown
and Arones counters with a left to the body.
Arones tests Thomas's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thomas shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Arones but Arones pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones blocks a jab.
Thomas displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Arones. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Arones enables Thomas to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Arones manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T1#
Arones 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.
Thomas showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Arones preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Thomas throws a big right hand that misses.
Thomas looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Arones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Thomas from controlling successfully.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Thomas is proving a slippery customer.
We've been hearing good reports from Arones'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#
Thomas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thomas has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Thomas trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thomas is working Arones over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Thomas postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Arones is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Thomas, into his guard. #REVR#
Thomas keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass. #SUB2#
Thomas is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Thomas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thomas is striking from the bottom but Arones uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Arones moves into full mount! Thomas won't be happy about that! #T3#
Thomas wants to hold on but Arones pushes him away.
Thomas is trying to escape the mount but Arones keeps good control and instead manages to take Thomas's back.
#SUB#
Arones working for a choke but Thomas is defending well.
Thomas trying to control the action but Arones just sinks the hooks in.
Arones is trying to stick to Thomas's back but Thomas is turning into Arones. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Arones's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Thomas.
Thomas controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Thomas postures up.
Thomas won't allow Arones to sweep him here.
Thomas postures up in Arones's guard and throws a big left but Arones blocks it.
Thomas trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Thomas trying to stand up but can't free himself from Arones's guard.
Thomas trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones is trying to control the position but Thomas postures up.
Thomas chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Thomas 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.
Arones has a closed guard, preventing Thomas from standing up.
Thomas throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Thomas looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Thomas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arones.
Arones swings for the body but Thomas moves out of range.
Arones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thomas misses with a shot to the body
and Arones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mike Thomas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thomas misses with a jab to the body
#TD#
and Arones counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Thomas!
Arones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Arones is trying to get an arm triangle but Thomas is defending well.
Thomas tries to bench press Arones off him but Arones keeps the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Arones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Thomas knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Arones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Arones tries to advance to mount but can't.
Thomas is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Arones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Arones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Arones working away.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Arones in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Thomas is looking to regain half guard here but Arones keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Arones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Thomas knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Arones trying to control the position but Thomas is working away. #T3#
Arones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Thomas's legs.
Thomas is trying to control Arones's posture but Arones avoids it.
Thomas tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Arones wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Arones tries to move to full mount but Thomas actually manages to regain half guard.
Arones is thwarting Thomas's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Arones is working for a submission of some sort.
Thomas is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Thomas defending well.
Arones passes into side control, despite Thomas's attempt to control the position.
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Thomas is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thomas is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arones passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Thomas!
Gabriel Arones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones wants to take Thomas's back here but Thomas is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thomas looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
Thomas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.#TD2#
Arones tries to sprawl but Thomas drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Arones regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Arones has his foot on Thomas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thomas works his way back into a safe position though.
Thomas seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Arones is looking for a triangle but Thomas pushes his legs off easily.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Thomas from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thomas pushes down on Arones's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Thomas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Thomas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Arones defends it well. #T1#
Arones won't allow Thomas to pass to mount.
Arones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thomas can do to turn this around?
Arones works his way to full guard. Good work.
Arones wants to sweep but no luck.
Thomas wants to stand but Arones is controlling his posture from full guard.
Arones keeping full guard, as Thomas tries to pass.
Thomas wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
Arones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Thomas manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Mike Thomas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thomas wants to sweep here but Arones controlling him for the moment.
Thomas lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Arones looking to control.
Thomas preventing the sweep.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Arones holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Arones working for a triangle but Thomas defends it easily.
Thomas looking to pass the guard.
Arones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thomas is one step ahead there. #T3#
Thomas wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
Arones 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#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thomas doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thomas manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thomas missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Thomas postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Thomas works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Thomas lands with a punch from half guard.
Arones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB2#
Thomas 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.
Thomas is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Arones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Arones is adopting a defensive guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thomas wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Thomas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Arones has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
A victorious Gabriel Arones 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:
EFC Reid vs Hooper
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Giant throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Arones counters with a single leg into guard. Giant didn't expect that.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Giant is keeping the position.
Arones might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Giant seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Giant is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones preventing the sweep.
Arones is fighting to break Giant's control of his arms but Giant is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Arones showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Giant tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Arones!
#CUT#
It looks like Yhorm Giant has been cut.
That kick from Giant tenderised Arones's leg. Arones is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from Giant does it's job there.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#TD#
Arones shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Arones showed some decent athleticism there.
Giant has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Giant does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Giant trying to control here.
Arones prevents Giant from improving his position.#T2#
Giant gets full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Giant is on top in guard.
#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Giant can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Giant working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Giant throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Giant trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Giant throws a big elbow that misses.
Giant trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Giant manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Giant is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Arones wants to pass the guard but Giant is keeping the position.
Giant is adopting a defensive guard.
Let's hope that Giant has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Giant looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arones is one step ahead there.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones wants to control from the top but Giant keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A cross from Arones lands.
Arones with a jab.
Yhorm Giant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Giant throws a head kick that misses
and Arones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Good leg kick by Giant there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Arones moves out of range as Giant throws a body kick.
Arones scores with a jab.
Giant misses with a looping left.#TD#
Arones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Giant's half guard.
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Arones seems to be working for a kimura but Giant defends the submission attempt.
Giant works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones wants to control from the top but Giant keeps moving.
Gabriel Arones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Giant pulls Arones in close to prevent any damage.
Giant keeping full guard, as Arones tries to pass.
Giant is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Giant keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Giant 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#
Arones regains full guard. Nicely done. #SU2#
Giant stands up from Arones's guard - Giant perhaps looking for a knockout.
Giant throws a wild body kick that Arones sees coming a mile off.
Giant lands a head shot.
Giant looks for the body kick but Arones saw that one coming.
Giant listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Giant looks to land a combination but Arones avoids it well.
Yhorm Giant is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Giant takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Giant motions for Arones to come forward. Giant throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3##TD#
Arones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Giant tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Arones is in Giant's guard.
Arones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Giant is trying to control the position but Arones postures up.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Giant is retaining full guard.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.
Giant pulls Arones in to control the position.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Giant is keeping the position for now.
Giant keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones advances to half guard. #T4#
Giant is refusing to be controlled, as Arones sits in half guard.
Arones prevents Giant from improving his position.
Giant moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Giant has his hands on Arones's head, controlling the position.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Giant is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Giant is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Giant misses the target.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Giant throws out a loose jab but Arones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Giant just misses with a punch to the body.
Yhorm Giant seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut lands for Giant. That snapped Arones's head back.
#TD#
Arones shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Giant's guard.
Giant looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Giant looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Giant is trying to control the position but Arones postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones trying to control but Giant is working from the bottom.
Giant looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arones is one step ahead there.
Giant controlling the position.#T1#
Arones advances position into side control!
Giant tries to improve position but can't.
Arones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Giant is not content to let Arones control the position. #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.
Arones is really struggling to control Giant but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Arones taking a breather here.
Giant sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Arones seems to be working for a kimura but Giant defends the submission attempt.
Giant trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
#T3#
Arones controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Giant misses with a leg kick.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Giant was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Giant scores with a punch to the head.
Nice shot by Arones.#TD#
Arones shoots in and gets a takedown into Giant's guard.
Arones sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Giant is controlling Arones's posture.#T4#
Giant wants to sweep here but Arones controlling him for the moment.
Arones wants to control from the top but Giant keeps moving.
Yhorm Giant has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Giant swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Giant seems keen to control Arones's posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Arones, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones 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:
ADWGC 6
Date: Mar 08, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Paea Talanoa (ranked 1213 p4p, 163 weight class) and Gabriel Arones (ranked 1097 p4p, 150 weight class). Talanoa comes to the cage accompanied by Tonga. Arones has chosen Lonely is the night as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Paea Talanoa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Trevor Gratis and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Arones gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Talanoa (0) vs (4) Arones
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Talanoa's shoulder. That is not cool.
Arones looking to control but instead Talanoa has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Arones trying to control the action but Talanoa is working from the bottom.
Arones wants to work for an arm triangle but Talanoa is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Talanoa looking for submissions off his back.
Talanoa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arones pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talanoa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Talanoa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Arones pulls his head out easily.
Talanoa is looking for a sweep. Arones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arones trying to mount his opponent but Talanoa defends it.
Arones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Talanoa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Arones is pressing down on Talanoa's thigh, looking to free his foot. Talanoa is holding on for now.
Arones is trying to control the action in half guard but Talanoa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Talanoa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Talanoa is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Talanoa is defending against the submission attempts here by Arones.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arones is working away from the top position though.
Arones works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Talanoa (0) vs (7) Arones
Talanoa tries to hold on but Arones pushes him away.
Arones is trying to take his opponent's back.
Arones tries to control but Talanoa wriggling away.
Talanoa regains half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa actively working from the bottom here.
Arones with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Arones trying to advance position but Talanoa counters by regaining guard.
Talanoa is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arones defends well.
Arones passes Talanoa's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Arones is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Talanoa reverses the position - he's now on top in Arones's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Talanoa (2) vs (7) Arones
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa drops back looking for a leg! Arones is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Arones manages to kick Talanoa off! Talanoa jumps back into Arones's guard.
Talanoa trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones controls Talanoa momentarily but Talanoa frees himself.
Talanoa forces his way into half guard.
Talanoa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Arones wants to control but Talanoa is keeping busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Arones manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Arones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Talanoa'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.
Talanoa wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
Arones wants to sweep but no luck.
Arones keeping full guard, as Talanoa tries to pass.
Arones wants to sweep here but Talanoa controlling him for the moment.
Talanoa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa passes Arones's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Arones manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Talanoa pushes down on Arones's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Arones wants to improve his position but Talanoa is controlling well.
Talanoa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Arones does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Arones is trying to control but can't.
Talanoa is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Arones doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Talanoa.
Arones looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Arones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Arones gets back to full guard.
Arones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Arones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Arones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Talanoa manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Talanoa (2) vs (9) Arones
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Arones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Talanoa is retaining full guard.
Arones content to stall in guard here.
Talanoa is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arones defends well.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Talanoa has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Talanoa is looking for a triangle but Arones pushes his legs off easily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Talanoa has his feet on Arones's thighs here. He's pushed Arones 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! Arones screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paea Talanoa!
During a confident post fight interview, Paea Talanoa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
ADWGC Tokyo 2
Date: Mar 03, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gabriel Arones (ranked 1100 p4p, 143 weight class) and Jim Duggan (ranked 2269 p4p, 269 weight class). Arones's entrance music is Lonely is the night. A fine choice. Duggan comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Five Finger Death Punch- Bad Company kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Gabriel Arones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jim Duggan!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Yukihiro Shimada.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Arones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Duggan quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arones (2) vs (0) Duggan
Arones uses his free foot to push down on Duggan's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Duggan. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (5) vs (0) Duggan
Duggan is wriggling around trying to escape.
Arones goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Duggan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (5) vs (2) Duggan
Arones has an active guard here but Duggan has managed to pass into half guard.
Arones definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Arones is looking for a sweep. Duggan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.
Duggan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Arones knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Arones is looking for a sweep. Duggan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arones is trying to control but can't.
Duggan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Arones defends it well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Arones manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Duggan stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.
Arones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (7) vs (2) Duggan
Arones wants to control from the top but Duggan keeps moving.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Duggan is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Duggan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (7) vs (4) Duggan
Duggan postures up.
Arones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Duggan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (9) vs (4) Duggan
Duggan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Duggan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Duggan is retaining full guard.
Arones is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Duggan controls Arones momentarily but Arones frees himself.
Duggan can't keep his opponent in guard - Arones advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duggan is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Arones controlling the action here.
Arones tries to pass to full mount but Duggan defends it.
Arones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Duggan is just riding it out for now. Arones eventually gives up the hold.
Arones wants to control but Duggan is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Duggan wants to control the action here but instead Arones manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (12) vs (4) Duggan
Arones wants to control the pace but Duggan is squirming around nicely.
Duggan is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Arones has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Arones (15) vs (4) Duggan
Arones working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Duggan is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Arones off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Arones wants to control but Duggan manages to buck him off and is now in Arones's guard! Nice work there by Duggan! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (15) vs (6) Duggan
Arones working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Duggan has passed into half guard!
Arones trying to control but Duggan postures up.
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Duggan pulls his head out easily.
Arones is trying to maintain the position but Duggan is very close to passing his half guard.
Duggan wants to take a breather but Arones is having none of it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Duggan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (15) vs (9) Duggan
Arones regains half guard.
Arones tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Duggan has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (15) vs (12) Duggan
Arones is trying to escape the mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Arones tries to lock up and control but Duggan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Arones gets back to half guard.
Duggan wants to take a breather but Arones is having none of it.
Arones makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Arones.
Duggan wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
Duggan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Duggan has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.
Arones throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Duggan escapes and throws Arones's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (15) vs (15) Duggan
Arones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Arones wants to improve his position but Duggan is controlling well.
Arones regains full guard. Nicely done.
Arones has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Duggan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Arones. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (15) vs (18) Duggan
Arones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Arones is looking to improve his position.
Duggan moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (15) vs (21) Duggan
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Duggan trying to control the action but Arones is working from the bottom.
Arones stops Duggan from passing to mount.
Arones gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones manages to get to full guard.
Arones 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.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Duggan is aware though and is defending well.
Arones is trying to keep Duggan in close.
Duggan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arones is keeping the position for now.
Duggan postures up.
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Duggan is aware though and is defending well.
Arones is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Arones is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (17) vs (21) Duggan
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Duggan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Arones's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arones (17) vs (23) Duggan
Duggan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Arones's guard.
Arones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Duggan from controlling successfully.
Arones looking for a sweep. Not yet Arones, not yet.
Arones working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Duggan has passed into half guard!
Arones is looking for a sweep. Duggan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Arones gets full guard.
Arones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Arones escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Duggan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Duggan defends well.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Duggan is proving a slippery customer.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Duggan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Arones is looking for a triangle but Duggan pushes his legs off easily.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Duggan from controlling successfully.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Duggan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Arones swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Duggan wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
Arones isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Duggan stacks Arones on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Duggan! Score +3 for passing guard: Arones (17) vs (26) Duggan
Arones sneaks back into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones trying to control but Duggan postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Duggan wins on points by 26 to 17.
Jim Duggan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
ADWGC 3
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ren Naga-Wing (ranked 3565 p4p, 345 weight class) and Gabriel Arones (ranked 1064 p4p, 140 weight class). Arones has chosen Lonely is the night as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Ren Naga-Wing! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gabriel Arones!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Gregory Folan and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Naga-Wing clinches up against the cage.
Naga-Wing gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (2) vs (0) Arones
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Naga-Wing can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Arones has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Soul Supremacy Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Naga-Wing wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
Naga-Wing is working hard here to advance position.
Naga-Wing preventing the sweep.
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Naga-Wing is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Naga-Wing pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arones is keeping the position for now.
Naga-Wing stands and throws Arones's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (5) vs (0) Arones
We've been hearing good reports from Naga-Wing'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.
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Naga-Wing is trying to get an arm triangle but Arones is defending well.
Arones can't do much from the bottom here.
Arones is looking for a sweep.
Naga-Wing is looking to take a break and control but Arones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones tries to bench press Naga-Wing off him but Naga-Wing keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arones wants to control but Naga-Wing postures up.
Arones tries to buck Naga-Wing off but Naga-Wing is having none of it.
Naga-Wing wants to control but Arones is keeping him busy.
Arones tries to improve position but can't.
Naga-Wing advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Naga-Wing (7) vs (0) Arones
Naga-Wing trying to control but Arones is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing looking to secure an arm triangle but Arones defends it well.
Arones tries to reverse the position but Naga-Wing maintains control.
Naga-Wing wants to control the pace but Arones is squirming around nicely.
Naga-Wing controlling from the full mount.
Arones tries to hold on but Naga-Wing pushes him away.
Naga-Wing is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Arones has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Arones is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing wants to control the pace but Arones is squirming around nicely.
Arones can't escape the position.
Naga-Wing looking for a guillotine from mount but Arones is having none of it.
Arones is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Arones is wriggling around trying to escape.
Naga-Wing trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Arones tries to lock up and control but Naga-Wing gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing wants to finish this one by submission but Arones is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Naga-Wing.
Arones is wriggling around trying to escape.
Naga-Wing controlling from mount.
Naga-Wing trying to control but Arones is having none of it.
Naga-Wing with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones tries to lock up and control but Naga-Wing gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Naga-Wing is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Arones has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Arones! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (7) vs (2) Arones
Arones trying to control but Naga-Wing is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Naga-Wing is keeping the position.
Arones passes into half guard.
Naga-Wing trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
Naga-Wing is trying to get back to full guard.
Naga-Wing gets full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing is trying to control the position but Arones postures up.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Naga-Wing is retaining full guard.
Naga-Wing keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones 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.
Naga-Wing working a defensive guard but Arones manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (7) vs (5) Arones
You can see the frustration on Naga-Wing's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Naga-Wing is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Naga-Wing gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Naga-Wing (7) vs (7) Arones
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Arones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Naga-Wing defends it well.
Arones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Naga-Wing controlling the position for now.
Arones moves into full mount! Naga-Wing won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (7) vs (10) Arones
Arones wants to control the pace but Naga-Wing is squirming around nicely.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Arones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Naga-Wing is just riding it out for now. Arones eventually gives up the hold.
Naga-Wing is looking for a sweep. Arones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Naga-Wing manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Naga-Wing keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (9) vs (10) Arones
Naga-Wing showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Naga-Wing from controlling successfully.
Naga-Wing is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Naga-Wing wants to pass the guard but Arones is keeping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
Naga-Wing passes Arones's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Naga-Wing wants to pass to mount but Arones is defending the position.
Arones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Naga-Wing is working away from the top position though.
Naga-Wing passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Arones! Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (12) vs (10) Arones
Arones is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Arones is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (12) vs (12) Arones
Arones stopping the sweep attempt from Naga-Wing.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Naga-Wing working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Naga-Wing is retaining full guard.
Naga-Wing is pulling down on Arones's head to control his posture.
Arones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Naga-Wing's guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Naga-Wing moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Naga-Wing wants to sweep but no luck.
Arones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Naga-Wing is retaining full guard.
Arones seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Naga-Wing looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Naga-Wing is keeping the position for now.
Naga-Wing is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Naga-Wing is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Naga-Wing gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Naga-Wing takes the fight on points by 13 to 12.
Ren Naga-Wing decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
DARE 92
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Arones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Arones closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nao's guard.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Nao is retaining full guard.
Nao has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Nao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nao is looking to stand up but Arones isn't so interested in that idea.
Arones is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nao swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Nao has control of Arones's left arm, preventing Arones from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gabriel Arones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Nao misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Arones misses with a takedown
enabling Nao to counter with a crisp jab.
Nao jabs at Arones's body.
Arones misses with a wild combination.
Arones blocks a low kick nicely.
A cross from Arones lands.
Nao shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arones seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Solomon Nao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Nice body kick from Nao.
Nao stuns Arones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nao cracks the inside of Arones's front leg.
Nao walks into a straight right hand from Arones.
We've been informed that Nao has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
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!
Arones closes the distance and clinches up with Nao, looking for a takedown. Arones pushes Nao against the cage but Nao circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Arones shoots in looking for a takedown. Nao tries to sprawl out of it but Arones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nao manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nao looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nao swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Arones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD#
Nao gets caught napping as Arones dives in and scores a takedown. Nao manages to retain guard.#T3#
Arones stopping the sweep attempt from Nao.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Nao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones is looking to advance position but Nao has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Arones wants to hold on but Nao pushes him away.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones gets back to half guard.
Arones tries to get to full guard but Nao has control of the leg.
Nao is taking a breather. Arones says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Let's hope that Nao has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Arones is looking to improve his position.
Nao looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nao is thwarting Arones's attempts to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nao prevents Arones from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Solomon Nao will probably get the nod.
That's time! Arones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nao feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Aroness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones tries for a takedown but Nao circles away easily
and Arones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Arones fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nao throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Nao throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Arones feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nao misses with a hook.
Nao throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range. #TD#
Arones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nao's half guard.
Nao wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Nao keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Arones slips a nice elbow through Nao's hands, connecting with Nao's forehead.
Arones works his foot free and advances to mount.
Nao tries to reverse the position but Arones maintains control.
Arones punishing his opponent with strikes.
Arones wants to take his opponent's back but Nao doesn't allow it. #T2#
Nao tries to lock up and control but Arones gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nao bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Nao content to stall in guard here.
Nao pushes down on Arones's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nao is trying to control the action in half guard but Arones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Nao seems content to control.
Arones is pressing down on Nao's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nao is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Arones looking to control.
Nao trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Nao trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nao controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Arones has his foot on Nao's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nao works his way back into a safe position though.
Nao must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nao slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Arones can't keep his opponent in guard - Nao advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nao prevents Arones from improving his position.
Arones is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Soul Supremacy Rio, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Arones is controlling Nao's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Nao prevents Arones from improving his position.
Nao tries to stand and escape but Arones is controlling the position.
Arones won't allow Nao to pass to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Arones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nao on the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Solomon Nao will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nao swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Arones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nao lands a body shot.
Nao takes one to the chin there.
Arones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Arones just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones misses with a wild body shot.
Arones misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nao.
Nao showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Arones.
A countering left hand to the body from Nao misses.#T1#
Arones misses with an uppercut
and Nao connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones moves out of range of the body kick from Nao.
Nao thumps Arones with a low kick.
Arones throws out a powerful jab.
Arones throws an off balance right hand
and Nao counters with a straight right hand.
Solomon Nao seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nao uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Arones.
Arones tries for a takedown but Nao sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Arones scores with a punch to the head.
Nao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Nao tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arones was well out of range. Poor timing from Nao.#T2#
Nao jabs Arones right on the nose. Arones blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Arones misses.
Arones fails with a takedown attempt.
Nao goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It looked like Arones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones misses the shot to the body.
Arones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Nao.#T3#
Nao throws a leg kick
and Arones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nao throws out the jab.
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nao manages to avoid it.
Arones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nao cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Arones throws a hook but Nao avoids it easily.
Nao throws a poor cross that misses
and Arones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Arones shoots in looking for a takedown. Nao tries to sprawl out of it but Arones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nao manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Nao moves out of range as Arones strikes.
Nao missing with a left hand there. Arones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nao misses the shot to the body.
Nao throws a predictable looking body shot
and Arones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Nao tests Arones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nao pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Arones feinted with a counter takedown.
Arones scores with a shot to the body.
Gabriel Arones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Solomon Nao is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arones misses with a right hand
and Nao counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Solomon Nao.
I've got Nao winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Solomon Nao!
A very excited looking Solomon Nao 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:
DARE 81
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Ellis misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Arones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ellis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ellis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Arones as he jumps to the side.
Marv Ellis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ellis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Arones tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ellis manages to circle out of the way.
Ellis's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ellis duly obliges.
Arones lands a really nice looking cross but Ellis seems unphased.
Ellis walks into a straight right hand from Arones.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ellis.
A bone on bone clash there as Arones blocks the leg kick.
Ellis misses with a body shot
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones cracks Ellis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A left lands for Arones.
Ellis scores with a nice head shot.
Arones connects with a looping right hand.
#T1#
Arones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ellis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ellis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ellis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arones.
Arones connects with a body shot.
Ellis throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
Nice shot lands for Arones.
Arones works Ellis's body with a nice hook.
Ellis tries to land a leg kick but Arones saw it coming and moves away.
Arones connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Ellis! He's out on his feet! Arones rushes in and drops Ellis with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones 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:
DARE 72
Date: Oct 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Arones throws a looping overhand right but Correira ducks down to avoid it.
Wesley Correira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Correira displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Arones.
Correira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Arones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Correira.
A jab from Arones misses.
Correira tries to work over Arones's front leg with a kick but Arones checks it.
And Arones tries to counter it with a takedown but Correira pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A slapping leg kick lands for Correira.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arones is defended easily by Correira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Correira throws a quick inside leg kick.
Arones swings for the body but Correira moves out of range.
Correira throwing a counter right hand but Arones manages to avoid it.#T1#
Correira throws a low kick, looking for Arones's leg but Arones calmly moves out of range.
We've been told by Correira's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Arones thuds a left hand into Correira's body.
Arones misses with a takedown
and Correira counters with a slapping leg kick.
Wesley Correira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Correira throws a leg kick but Arones sees it coming and moves out of range.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Correira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Correira throws an overhand right that lands on Arones's shoulder, as Arones tries to avoid the shot.
Arones scores with a hook to the body. Correira takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arones misses the jab.
Correira fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Correira takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Arones misses the jab.
Arones misses with a wild body shot.
Arones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Correira sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Arones somewhat.#T2#
Correira throws a leg kick that misses.
A shot to the body from Arones misses
and Correira counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Arones throws a sloppy body shot
and Correira counters with a three punch combo that has Arones backing up. Arones nods at Correira to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Correira misses with a low kick.
Correira misses with a looping right.
Correira lands a body shot.
Wesley Correira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Correira throws out the jab.
Arones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Correira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Correira misses the target.
Arones misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Correira lands an elbow inside that Arones shrugs off. #CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#T3#
Arones looking to slow down the pace here.
Correira tries to land a knee to the head but Arones blocks with his arms.
#TD2#
Arones pulls guard successfully.
#SU#
Correira stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Arones fails with the takedown.
Correira scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Correira closes the distance and clinches.
Correira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Arones displaying some good clinch control by pressing Correira up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Correira - that landed with a thud.
Arones has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Correira avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Arones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
Correira pushes off an throws an elbow but Arones leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Arones leaning his opponent against the cage.
Correira throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Correira pushes Arones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Correira struggles to land a body shot inside as Arones controls his hands.
Correira lands with a short shot to the head.
Arones struggles to land a body shot inside as Correira controls his hands.
Arones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Correira gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Correira lands an elbow that stopped Arones in his tracks for a moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Correira gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
A short right from Correira on the inside.
Arones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Correira seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Arones can turn it around.
Correira tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Correira working aggressively here.
Arones misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Arones decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Arones has his foot on Correira's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Correira works his way back into a safe position though.
Correira is looking to stand up but Arones won't let him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wesley Correira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Correira tries to clinch up but Arones circles away and keeps his distance.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt - Correira sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Arones is looking to clinch but Correira is avoiding it.
A shot to the liver by Arones. Beautiful body shot.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Correira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arones.
Arones goes for a double leg but Correira avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Correira continues to drive forward.
Wesley Correira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones works Correira's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Correira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Arones keeps the fight on the outside.
It seemed like Arones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Correira feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Arones's calf.
Correira has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Arones finds it's way round the side to connect with Correira's head. #T1#
Arones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Correira in his tracks.
Arones throws a right and a left that Correira avoids nicely.
Arones swings for the body but Correira moves out of range.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Correira.
Arones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Correira.
A countering left hand to the body from Arones misses.
Arones shoots for a takedown but Correira saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Arones wants to clinch.
Arones is looking to clinch but Correira is avoiding it.
Correira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arones can do to turn this around?
Correira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot lands for Correira.
Arones misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Arones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Correira manages to avoid it.
Arones connects with the punch.
Correira attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Correira turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Arones fails with the takedown.
Correira takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Correira wants to clinch.
Arones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
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!
Arones looks to land a combination but Correira avoids it well.
Correira just misses with a punch to the body.
Correira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Correira rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Arones shoots for a double leg takedown but Correira sprawls well. He's pushed Arones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Correira lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CUT#
That has opened up Gabriel Arones's cut even more.
Arones misses with an uppercut. Correira saw that one coming.
Arones misses with a hook
and Correira makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Correira throws a big shot that misses.
Arones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Arones drops his hands momentarily and Correira takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wesley Correira is winning the standup battle so far.
Arones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Correira lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arones is defended easily by Correira.
Arones walks into a straight right hand from Correira.#T4#
Correira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Arones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Arones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Correira defends it well.
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!
Arones jabs at Correira's body.
Correira smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL#
Correira pushes Arones up against the cage in a clinch.
Arones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Correira's elbow.
Correira lands an elbow just above Arones 's eye.
Arones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Correira gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Arones avoids the elbow strike from Correira, against the cage.
Correira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Arones blocks it with crossed arms.
Correira gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Arones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Correira.#TD2#
Arones has Correira pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Arones pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Correira tumbling to the mat - Arones dives into Correira's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wesley Correira dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Arones avoids the body shot from Correira.
Arones throws out a counter right but Correira avoids it with no problem.
Arones is looking to clinch.
It looked like Correira wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Arones.
A little feinted left hand from Correira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Arones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Correira motions for Arones to come forward. Correira throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Arones loads up on a big right hand but Correira slips the punch.
Arones scores with a sloppy right hand. Correira should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones moves out of range of the leg kick from Correira.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Arones! But no joy.
A jab from Arones misses.
Correira needs to keep his hands up - Arones had a free shot at his head there.
Correira feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Aroness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Correira darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Arones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Correira counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Arones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Correira swivels and escapes.
Wesley Correira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones has his takedown stuffed
and Correira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Arones throws a body punch but Correira moves out of range.
Correira comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Correira rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Arones to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Arones shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Correira napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Correira throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Correira moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2#
Correira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wesley Correira has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Still in the clinch, Correira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Correira takes a shot to the head.
Correira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Correira.
Correira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nice body punch from Correira.
Correira lands an elbow that stopped Arones in his tracks for a moment.
A body shot lands from Correira.
Still in the clinch, Correira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Correira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Arones backwards.
Correira lands with a light punch inside. #CUT#
The cut above Gabriel Arones's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Correira lands an elbow just above Arones 's eye.
Correira scores with a shot to the side of Arones's head.
Arones prevents a body shot from Correira.
Correira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Correira pushes off an throws an elbow but Arones leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Correira lands an elbow just above Arones 's eye. #ROC#
Arones is rocked!
Correira lands a nice elbow.
Arones is still on wobbly legs! Can Correira finish him?#CUT#
Gabriel Arones's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Correira pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Arones! Correira unloads with more strikes and Arones sinks to his knees! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wesley Correira!
A very excited looking Wesley Correira rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
DARE 65
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Arones moves away from the strike by Honda.
Honda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Arones is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Honda with a body shot.
Honda misses with a kick to the body.
Honda misses with a body kick.
Honda misses with a hook
and Arones counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Edmond Honda has been cut.
Arones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Honda takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Honda throws a body kick that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Arones there.
Honda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD#
Honda is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Arones's half guard.#SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones trying to control but Honda postures up.
#T1#
Arones wants to get back to full guard.
Arones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Honda.
Arones makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Arones.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Honda doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Honda manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Honda content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Arones has locked up a guillotine! Arones's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Honda is holding on here and Arones must be using up a lot of energy. Honda has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Arones gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gabriel Arones!
Our winner, Gabriel Arones, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Edmond Honda stepped up to the mic, saying 'You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance!'.
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Event:
DARE 59
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Sokolov. Beautiful body shot.
Arones walks into a straight right hand from Sokolov.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones misses with a hook
letting Sokolov counter with a right hand.
Sokolov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sokolov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sokolov misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Arones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sokolov looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Arones tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sokolov.
Jab by Arones.
Sokolov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Arones.
Sokolov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Arones takes a swing at Sokolov's ribcage but misses.
Sokolov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sokolov misses with a hook. Arones ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Arones was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sokolov.
Arones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Arones connects with a body shot.
Sokolov throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
A left and a right from Arones both land. Nice combination.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Arones.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Sokolov has been cut.
Arones misses with a double jab.
Sokolov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Arones with a body shot.
Sokolov scores with a jab. Arones acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Arones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sokolov.
Arones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sokolov finds it's way round the side to connect with Arones's head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sokolov avoids a punch combination nicely.
A nice side step and Sokolov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Arones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big left from Arones misses.
Arones lands with a good body shot.
Sokolov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sokolov misses with a straight left.
Sokolov misses with a straight right.
Arones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Arones dives in and grabs Sokolov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sokolov pushes down on Arones's head and hops out.
Sokolov scores with a sloppy right hand. Arones should have avoided that one. #CUT2#
Gabriel Arones's cut is getting worse.
Sokolov misses with a hook.#T3#
Sokolov cracks Arones with a right hand to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Arones misses.
Sokolov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Arones is looking to wear down Sokolov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sokolov throws an off balance right hand
letting Arones counter with a right hand.
Arones throws a shot from downtown. Sokolov moves away and avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Sokolov.
Arones scores with a jab. Sokolov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sokolov connects with a right hand. Arones shakes it off.
Sokolov connects with a single shot there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sokolov.#ROC2#
Arones is rocked!
Arones throws an off balance right hand
and Sokolov counters with a right hand from hell and Arones is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Konstantin Sokolov!
After winning the bout, Konstantin Sokolov 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:
DARE: SPIRIT OF 76
Date: Jul 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Shreve Jr misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a nice double leg into side control. Shreve Jr won't be happy with that.
Shreve Jr is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blake Phoenix's Champion Factory that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Arones has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Arones wants to control the pace but Shreve Jr is squirming around nicely.
Arones sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Arones jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Shreve Jr is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Shreve Jr and Arones has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones trying to control the position but Shreve Jr is working away. #T1#
Arones in the domination position with Shreve Jr hanging on.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shreve Jr has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shreve Jr is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Arones goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Shreve Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Arones but great work by Shreve Jr.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Arones is trying to maintain the position but Shreve Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
Arones moves into full guard.
Arones working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Arones working for submissions but it's allowed Shreve Jr to get to half guard.
Arones moves into full guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Arones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Arones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shreve Jr wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving. #SUB2#
Arones working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shreve Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shreve Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shreve Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Shreve Jr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Arones working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Arones working for a triangle but Shreve Jr defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shreve Jr defends well.#SUB2#
Arones has his foot on Shreve Jr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shreve Jr works his way back into a safe position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Arones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shreve Jr defends it easily.#SUB2#
Shreve Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Arones misses the jab.
Shreve Jr scores with a nice right hand.
#CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones shoots in and drives through. Shreve Jr sprawls well.
Shreve Jr throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range. #TD2#
Arones looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Shreve Jr has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Arones is on him like a limpet, forcing Shreve Jr back against the cage.
Arones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shreve Jr backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shreve Jr.
Arones jumps guard but Shreve Jr turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shreve Jr working aggressively here.
Arones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Larry Shreve Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.#T1#
Arones jumps guard but Shreve Jr stands there with Arones around his waist. Arones gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Arones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Shreve Jr.
Arones tries to pull guard but Shreve Jr won't allow it.
Arones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Arones misses with the head strike.
Shreve Jr blocks an uppercut.
Arones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
Shreve Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Arones.
Arones scores with a shot to the side of Shreve Jr's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Arones.
Arones tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Shreve Jr smiles and moves away.
#T2#
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arones misses with a straight left.
Larry Shreve Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones misses with a hook to the body
and Shreve Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Shreve Jr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Arones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A punch lands to the side of Shreve Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Shreve Jr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Arones finds it's way round the side to connect with Shreve Jr's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shreve Jr tries to move into range but Arones moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Shreve Jr walks into a straight right hand from Arones.
Arones looks for a takedown but Shreve Jr sprawls well.
Shreve Jr jabs Arones right on the nose. Arones blinks but takes it well.#T3#
Shreve Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
#CL#
Shreve Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Shreve Jr avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
Shreve Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
Shreve Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Shreve Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Shreve Jr throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Shreve Jr delivers a nice body kick.
Arones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Arones misses. #T4#
Arones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And Arones tries to counter it with a takedown but Shreve Jr pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Shreve Jr.
Arones is breathing heavily.
Arones on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Arones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Shreve Jr can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Shreve Jr.
Arones has his takedown stuffed
and Shreve Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones throws a combination that misses
and Shreve Jr counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Arones gets tackled into the cage by Shreve Jr. Shreve Jr maintains the clinch.
Arones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shreve Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Larry Shreve Jr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shreve Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Arones momentarily.
Arones throws an overhand right that lands on Shreve Jr's shoulder, as Shreve Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Arones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Some wild striking there from Arones.
Shreve Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Arones tries to move into range but Shreve Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones connects with a crisp jab.
Arones throws out a loose jab but Shreve Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Arones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Shreve Jr. Shreve Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Arones throws a series of punches but Shreve Jr moves out of range.
Shreve Jr throwing a counter right hand but Arones manages to avoid it.#T1#
A jab lands there for Arones.
Shreve Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Larry Shreve Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Arones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shreve Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arones was well out of range. Poor timing from Shreve Jr.
Shreve Jr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Shreve Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Shreve Jr misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Arones counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Arones.
Shreve Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Shreve Jr tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Shreve Jr prevents a takedown attempt there.
A right hand to the body from Shreve Jr.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Shreve Jr avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage. #T2#
Arones misses with some punches.
Arones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Shreve Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Arones can turn it around.
A shot in the inside from Arones.
Arones is pushing Shreve Jr up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Arones tries to pull guard but Shreve Jr won't allow it.
#TD2#
Arones tightens his grip and picks Shreve Jr up, before dumping him to the ground. Shreve Jr manages to land in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arones wants to control from the top but Shreve Jr keeps moving.
Arones throwing strikes but missing.
Shreve Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arones is one step ahead there.
Arones looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Arones trying to control but Shreve Jr is working from the bottom.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones pushing down on Shreve Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shreve Jr tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Arones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Arones is trying to work for a kimura but Shreve Jr is defending well.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Shreve Jr is refusing to be controlled, as Arones sits in half guard.
Arones wants to advance to full mount but Shreve Jr doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Arones drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Shreve Jr dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Shreve Jr trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Arones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Arones has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
During a confident post fight interview, Gabriel Arones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Larry Shreve Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'WTF??? I told you guys Aaron Thai Guy nerfed my hiddens!'.
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Event:
DARE 48: MUNDI VS. JABNEEL
Date: May 30, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Ban Gbus moves into the clinch.
Ban Gbus works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#TD#
Arones successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Ban Gbus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ban Gbus has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Arones looking for subs off his back but Ban Gbus has passed one foot through into half guard.
Arones 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#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.
Arones is pressing down on Ban Gbus's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ban Gbus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB#
Ban Gbus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ban Gbus has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Arones is looking for a triangle but Ban Gbus pushes his legs off easily.
Ban Gbus sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Arones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ban Gbus defends it easily.#SUB#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ban Gbus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ban Gbus wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving. #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.#SUB#
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ban Gbus defends well.#SUB#
Arones working for submissions but it's allowed Ban Gbus to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Arones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ban Gbus is looking to take a break and control but Arones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Arones is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ban Gbus's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ban Gbus's back!#T3#
Ban Gbus just trying to survive but Arones is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ban Gbus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Arones working for a choke but Ban Gbus reverses nicely into Arones 's guard.
Ban Gbus controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Arones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ban Gbus is one step ahead there.
Arones managing to control the position. #T4##SUB#
Arones working for submissions but it's allowed Ban Gbus to get to half guard.
Ban Gbus is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones wants to control but Ban Gbus is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Gabriel Arones will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Arones drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ban Gbus is trying to keep Arones in close.
Arones looking to pass the guard.
Arones wants to control from the top but Ban Gbus keeps moving.
Arones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ban Gbus's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Arones is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Ban Gbus still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Ban Gbus has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Arones is looking to regain half guard here but Ban Gbus keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Ban Gbus controls the position from side control.
Arones tries to bench press Ban Gbus off him but Ban Gbus keeps the position.
Arones is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ban Gbus's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Arones tries to roll over but Ban Gbus keeps him under control.
Ban Gbus seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Arones 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. Arones manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ban Gbus must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ban Gbus 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. #SUB#
Arones throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ban Gbus escapes and throws Arones's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Arones is not content to let Ban Gbus control the position. #T3#
Arones is looking to reverse the position.
Gabriel Arones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ban Gbus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Arones keeps working.
Arones gets back to half guard.
Ban Gbus wants to pass the guard but Arones is defending well.
Arones tries to get to full guard but Ban Gbus has control of the leg. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Arones makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Arones.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Ban Gbus from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Arones is looking for a triangle here but Ban Gbus uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Arones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Arones tries to buck Ban Gbus off but Ban Gbus is having none of it.
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 Gabriel Arones will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Ban Gbus misses with a two punch combination.
#CL2#
Ban Gbus moves into the clinch.
Ban Gbus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ban Gbus lands with a left to the head.
Arones scores with a shot to the side of Ban Gbus's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ban Gbus.
Ban Gbus misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD#
Arones manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Arones isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ban Gbus stacks Arones on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Ban Gbus!
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Ban Gbus controlling the position from side mount.
Arones manages to get back to half guard.
Ban Gbus works his foot free and advances to mount.
Arones is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ban Gbus controlling from mount.
Olajide Ban Gbus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Arones is trying to maintain the position but Ban Gbus is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ban Gbus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Arones keeps working.
Arones wants to control but Ban Gbus is keeping busy.
#T3#
Ban Gbus stalling.
Arones tries to get to full guard but Ban Gbus has control of the leg.
Ban Gbus is trying to control. Arones wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ban Gbus trying to mount his opponent but Arones defends it. #SUB#
Arones looking for submissions off his back.
Ban Gbus controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Olajide Ban Gbus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ban Gbus.
Ban Gbus misses with a wild body shot.
Ban Gbus cracks Arones with an open hand slap.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ban Gbus.
Arones lands with a cross. #CL2#
Arones gets tackled into the cage by Ban Gbus. Ban Gbus maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ban Gbus.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ban Gbus.
Arones tries to throw a body punch but Ban Gbus avoids it by throwing Arones back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ban Gbus.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice body punch from Ban Gbus.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Arones wants a takedown but no success here.
Ban Gbus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arones's elbow.
Gabriel Arones is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Arones blocks an uppercut.
Ban Gbus misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Olajide Ban Gbus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Arones has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
Our winner, Gabriel Arones, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
DARE 39: BUTANE VS. UMAGA
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Arones misses with a looping left.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Arones enables Nurudinov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Arones manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Arones working for a triangle but Nurudinov defends it easily.
#SUB#
Nurudinov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurudinov has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nurudinov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Arones has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Nurudinov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Arones has tightened it up now! Nurudinov should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
A relieved looking Gabriel Arones 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:
DARE 31
Date: Mar 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Arones shoots for a double leg takedown but Proudfeather sprawls well. He's pushed Arones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Arones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Proudfeather moves into the clinch.
Arones tries to pull guard but Proudfeather won't allow it.
Leonard Proudfeather has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Proudfeather backwards. #TD2#
Arones lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Proudfeather is not content to let Arones control the position.
Proudfeather is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Arones is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Proudfeather is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Arones is looking to take a break and control but Proudfeather is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Arones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Arones 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.
#SUB2#
Arones 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.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Proudfeather wants to improve his position but Arones is controlling well.
Proudfeather is doing well to control the position and prevent Arones from advancing to side control.
Arones works his way into full mount!
Proudfeather knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Arones on the ground.
Arones avoids the attempt from Proudfeather to control.#T3#
Proudfeather tries to reverse the position but Arones maintains control.
Arones trying to control but Proudfeather is having none of it.
Arones working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Proudfeather slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Proudfeather defending well. #SUB2#
Arones 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.
Proudfeather regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Proudfeather is retaining full guard.
Proudfeather pulls Arones in to control the position.
Arones passes Proudfeather's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Proudfeather trying to control here.
Arones tries to pass to full mount but Proudfeather defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Arones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Arones looks for a takedown but Proudfeather sprawls well.
Proudfeather seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Arones lands with a nice body punch.
Arones misses with a two punch combination.
#CL2#
Arones has taken the fight to the clinch.
Proudfeather throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Arones blocks it with crossed arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Proudfeather using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Arones has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Proudfeather obliges.
Arones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Proudfeather throws a knee to the head but misses.
Arones avoids a wild elbow strike from Proudfeather.
Arones is trying to pull guard but Proudfeather turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Proudfeather tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Arones avoids it.#T1#
Proudfeather trying to land knees to the body.
Arones fails to pull guard.
Leonard Proudfeather has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Proudfeather trying to land knees to the body.
Arones is trying to maintain a safe position but Proudfeather gets an underhook and turns Arones into the cage.
Proudfeather with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #TD2#
Arones gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Arones moves nicely into side control.
Proudfeather gets back to half guard.
Arones works his way into full mount!
Proudfeather tries to control Arones's body but Arones pushes him off. Proudfeather squirms to his side and now Arones has his back!
Arones has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Proudfeather's body.
#T2##SUB2#
Arones patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arones not allowing Proudfeather to control his hands.
Arones is looking to control Proudfeather but Proudfeather is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Proudfeather trying to control the position but Arones manages to sink in the hooks.
Proudfeather tries to roll but Arones sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Arones is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Proudfeather has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Arones is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T3##SUB2#
Arones looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Arones is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Proudfeather is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabriel Arones!
A relieved looking Gabriel Arones thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Leonard Proudfeather was interviewed post fight and said '*leonard turns silently to the camera as a single tear rolls down his cheek*'.
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Event:
Syn 563 - Onslaught
Date: Feb 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Good exchange - Arones coming out on top.
Arones looks to throw the jab but McLauhglin is out of range.
McLauhglin throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Arones's corner calls for a 1-2. Arones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Arones throws a body punch but McLauhglin moves out of range.
Arones just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMcLauhglin.
Arones stuns McLauhglin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McLauhglin leaves Arones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McLauhglin throws a jab but it's blocked by Arones.
Arones tries to counter with a clinch but McLauhglin shakes him off and moves away.
McLauhglin works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Arones is looking for a takedown.
McLauhglin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Arones stalling in the clinch but McLauhglin improves position. #TD2#
Arones drags the fight down to the ground.
#T1##SUB2#
Arones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McLauhglin defends it easily.#SUB2#
Arones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McLauhglin chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a triangle but McLauhglin pushes his legs off easily.
McLauhglin landing some decent shots from guard.
McLauhglin scoring with some ground and pound.
McLauhglin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Arones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Arones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McLauhglin passes into side control.
Arones is working to avoid the ground and pound but McLauhglin connects with a decent elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#T2#
McLauhglin in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Arones 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.
McLauhglin lands a big left to the face of Arones, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from McLauhglin and another - Arones is out! McLauhglin stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Colin McLauhglin!
Colin McLauhglin decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Syn 559: Dark Days
Date: Jan 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Montana throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
Antonio Montana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arones throws a body shot but no joy.
Montana lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Good exchange - Montana coming out on top.
Montana throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Montana throws a chopping leg kick but Arones manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
An inside leg kick from Montana misses.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Montana moves into range and clinches up with Arones.
A right hook to the body lands for Montana.
Arones fails to pull guard.
#BC2#
Montana breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montana shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Montana has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Arones lands with an uppercut that bounces Montana off the cage and back into range.
Arones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Montana.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arones throws a big shot that misses.
Arones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1##CL2#
Montana clinches.
Montana leaning his opponent against the cage.
Arones misses with the head strike.
#TD#
Arones jumps into guard, dragging Montana to the mat.
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.#SUB#
Arones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Arones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Montana has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Montana trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Arones is trying to keep Montana in close.
#T2#
Arones 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.
Arones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Montana is in close to Arones's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Montana is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Arones looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Montana passes into half guard.
Montana working Arones over with strikes.
Montana lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Montana is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Montana working Arones over with strikes. #T3#
Arones trying to hold on to Montana's head to control him but Montana postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Montana lands a nice short elbow.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Arones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Arones desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Arones taking some punishment here, with Montana in his half guard.
Arones is looking for a sweep. Montana is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ground and pound from Montana. #ROC2#
Arones is rocked!
Montana lands a big elbow - Arones 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 Montana!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Antonio Montana!
A very excited looking Antonio Montana 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:
Syn 553 - Restitution
Date: Nov 25, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Makarenko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Makarenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Makarenko can't find room to land a body shot as Arones controls the action.
Makarenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Arones controls his hands.
Makarenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Makarenko on the inside.
Arones is trying to force a seperation but Makarenko has the dominant position.
Arones is trying to pull guard but Makarenko turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Makarenko makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Makarenko can't find room to land a body shot as Arones controls the action.
Arones is looking to control Makarenko's arms but Makarenko gets an underhook and turns him. Now Arones has his back to the cage.
Makarenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Makarenko.
We've been informed that Makarenko has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Arones jumps guard but Makarenko stands there with Arones around his waist. Arones gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Arones's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Arones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Makarenko to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Makarenko smiles and moves away.
Makarenko throws a big shot that misses.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Makarenko.
Arones looks to land a right hand but Makarenko moved out of range.
Makarenko throws out a counter right but Arones avoids it with no problem.
Makarenko feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Arones's calf.#T1#
Arones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Makarenko moves out of range as Arones strikes.
Makarenko throws out a loose jab but Arones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Makarenko lets loose with a powerful body kick. Arones will feel that in the morning.
Makarenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Arones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Makarenko ducks under a wild hook from Arones.
Makarenko throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Arones counters with a single leg into guard. Makarenko didn't expect that. #ES2#
Makarenko pushes Arones off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice shot lands for Makarenko.
Nice body punch from Makarenko.
Arones is breathing heavily.
Makarenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#KD2#
Makarenko lands a big right hand that sends Arones crashing to the mat! Makarenko stays standing though and waves Arones back to his feet!
Makarenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arones sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Makarenko throws a pinpoint strike between Arones's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Arones crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Makarenko scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cyril Makarenko!
A less than humble Cyril Makarenko misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
Combate FL: Aas vs Doubtfire
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Arones lands a body shot.
Balkan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Arones circles away quickly and effectively.
Arones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Boris Balkan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Balkan misses the shot to the body.
Balkan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.#CL#
Arones closes the distance and clinches.
Balkan tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Balkan misses with a punch on the inside.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Arones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Balkan lands a shoulder strike.
Balkan tries to land knees in the clinch but Arones avoids the damage to the body.
Balkan misses with a punch to the body.
Balkan misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD#
Arones pulls guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Balkan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Balkan has managed to get both his arms back between Arones's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Balkan is posturing up here but Arones has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Balkan tries to roll out but it's too tight and Balkan has to tap! Slick submission there by Arones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Arones!
A victorious Gabriel Arones 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:
DFC 63: Chikatchawan Vs Austin
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Arones misses with a series of wild punches.
Battle looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Battle throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
Arones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Battle misses with a wild combination.
Battle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Arones throws out the jab.
Battle throws a leg kick that misses.
Battle misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones throws a lazy right hand but Battle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Battle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Arones.
Battle swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1##CL#
Battle clinches up with Arones and pushes him back against the cage.
Arones blocks a body shot from Battle.
Battle tries to work over Arones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arones's elbow.
Arones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Arones blocks an elbow strike.
Arones tries to pull guard but Battle holds him up against the cage and eventually Arones drops back down to his feet.
Battle working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#TD2#
Arones works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #ES#
Battle is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Arones presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Battle can't find room to land a body shot as Arones controls the action.
Arones is looking for a takedown.
Brody Battle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Battle gets underhooks to prevent Arones's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Arones has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Battle regains guard immediately.
Battle seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Battle is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2##ES#
Battle pushes Arones off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Arones shoots in but no luck this time.
Arones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL#
Battle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A hook to the body from Battle.
Arones tries for a takedown. No joy.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
Arones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Battle seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Arones can turn it around.
Battle misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2#
Arones has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Battle is trying to keep an underhook but Arones manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura here.
Battle gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Battle is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Arones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Battle working a defensive guard here.
Battle is controlling Arones's posture.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Arones drops back looking for a leg! Battle is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Battle manages to kick Arones off! Arones jumps back into Battle's guard.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Battle is keeping the position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Arones is fighting to break Battle's control of his arms but Battle is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Battle has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Arones sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Battle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Arones tries to free his leg and advance position but Battle is retaining full guard.
Arones passes Battle's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Battle is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brody Battle 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#
Arones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Battle.
Arones loads up on a big right hand but Battle slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arones. Battle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Battle was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Arones looks to score with a jab to the body but Battle is just out of range.
Battle throws a low kick, looking for Arones's leg but Arones calmly moves out of range.
Arones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Battle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arones can do to turn this around?
Arones shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Battle pinned against the cage. Battle gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Arones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Arones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Battle counter with a right hand. #CL#
Arones gets tackled into the cage by Battle. Battle maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Arones drags the fight down to the ground.
Battle slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Battle wants to control from the top but Arones keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Battle is stalling in the full guard.
Battle has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Battle trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Arones pushes a forearm under Battle's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Battle is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Brody Battle spoke after the fight, saying 'Remember the Alamo!'.
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Event:
DFC 56: Dog Vs Chikatchawan
Date: Jun 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Arones slips a straight right by Joshua.#TD#
Arones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Joshua did well to prevent Arones getting side control.
Joshua controlling the position well.
Arones wants to pass to mount but Joshua is defending the position.
Arones wants to control but Joshua is keeping him busy.
Arones is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Arones controlling from mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joshua avoids a series of strikes thrown by Arones.
Arones wants to control the pace but Joshua is squirming around nicely.
Joshua holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Arones tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#T1##SUB#
Arones with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Arones jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Joshua is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Joshua and Arones has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Arones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Arones moves into full mount!
Arones wants to take his opponent's back but instead Joshua manages to regain half guard.
Joshua really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Arones. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Arones is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Joshua trying to keep a closed guard but Arones is proving a slippery customer.
Arones prevents Joshua from getting back to his feet.
Arones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Joshua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Joshua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arones wants to pass the guard but Joshua is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Arones wants to control from the top but Joshua keeps moving.
Arones pushing down on Joshua's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Arones is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Joshua sees it coming and defends easily.
Arones trying to mount his opponent but Joshua defends it.
Joshua is looking to escape.
Arones passes to full mount! #SUB#
Arones wants to finish this one by submission but Joshua is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Arones. #SUB#
Arones is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Joshua has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB#
Arones looking for a guillotine from mount but Joshua is having none of it.
Arones avoids the attempt from Joshua to control.#SUB#
Arones is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Joshua can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#SUB#
Arones goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Joshua is on top in guard.
Joshua told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Joshua won't allow Arones to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Arones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Arones with a lazy takedown attempt
and Joshua counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Joshua looks to throw the jab but Arones is out of range.
Joshua takes one on the button.
Joshua takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A jab from Arones finds it's way through Joshua's defenses.
Arones ducks right into an uppercut from Joshua.
Arones dodges the punch combination from Joshua.
Joshua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Joshua swinging wildly here.
#T1#
Joshua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Joshua.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Joshua wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Arones avoids the body shot from Joshua.
Arones shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Joshua as he avoids it easily.
Arones doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Joshua counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Arones thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones misses with a jab to the body
and Joshua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Joshua's waist but Joshua gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Arones off to one side.
A telegraphed right hand from Arones misses the target. #T2#
Arones misses with a body shot.
Arones shoots for a takedown but Joshua saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mr Joshua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Joshua ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Joshua misses with an uppercut. Arones saw that one coming.
Mr Joshua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arones slips a straight right by Joshua.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joshua was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
Joshua appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Joshua misses with a wild body shot.
Arones swings for the body but Joshua moves out of range.
Arones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Joshua tries to avoid it but Arones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Joshua to the ground. Joshua escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Joshua throws a lazy right hand but Arones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Joshua is quick to defend against it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Arones tries to pull guard but Joshua won't allow it.
Joshua tries to break free but Arones pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Arones wants the takedown. Joshua is fighting it off but Arones persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Joshua's guard against the cage.
Arones trying to control the position from guard on top but Joshua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arones advances position into side control!
Arones tries to advance to mount but can't.
Joshua is looking for a sweep.#ES2#
Joshua explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Arones tests Joshua's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Joshua ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Arones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Joshua counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joshua scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Joshua misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arones.
Joshua lands a jab to Arones's midsection.
Arones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arones looks to land a right hand but Joshua moved out of range.
Joshua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Joshua comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Joshua lands with a good body shot.
Arones avoids the body shot from Joshua.
Arones feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Joshua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Arones's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Joshua tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arones was well out of range. Poor timing from Joshua.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Arones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A shot to the liver by Joshua. Beautiful body shot.
Arones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Arones shoots in but Joshua avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Arones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Joshua scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Joshua lands a jab to the head.
Arones swings for the body but Joshua moves out of range.
#T1#
Joshua ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Arones throws a big shot that misses.
Arones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joshua moves away.
Joshua looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Joshua misses with a wild body shot.
Joshua looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.
Joshua stuns Arones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Arones avoids the body shot from Joshua.
Joshua looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Arones shoots in for a double leg but Joshua sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Joshua just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Arones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Joshua scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Arones staying out of range there.
Arones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Joshua misses the target.
Arones attempts a counter takedown but Joshua avoids it well and moves away.
Arones moves out of range as Joshua strikes.
Arones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Joshua sprawls and moves away.
Joshua takes a swing at Arones's ribcage but misses.
Arones tries to counter with a takedown but Joshua is quick to defend against it.
Mr Joshua seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Joshua circles away from the clinch attempt
and Joshua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
A jab lands there for Joshua.
Joshua throws a body punch but Arones moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Arones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Arones.
Arones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Arones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Joshua throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Arones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joshua was well out of range. Poor timing from Arones.
A nice side step and Joshua releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
Arones closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Arones lands in his opponent's guard.
Arones trying to control but Joshua is working from the bottom. #T4#
Arones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Joshua is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Arones passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Joshua is looking to regain half guard here but Arones keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Arones wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Joshua, who protects the arm well.
Arones working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mr Joshua comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Joshua has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 28:29
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mr Joshua!
Mr Joshua took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
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Event:
DFC 50: Penn Vs Turner 2
Date: Jun 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Arones avoids the head kick by Milanesi.
#TD2#
Milanesi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Arones's guard.#SUB#
Arones has his foot on Milanesi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Milanesi works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Arones working for a triangle but Milanesi defends it easily.
Milanesi content to stall in guard here.
Arones is trying to keep Milanesi in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Milanesi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Arones wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB#
Arones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Arones looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Milanesi passes into side control.
Milanesi wants to stand but Arones has his arm trapped.
You can see the frustration on Arones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Milanesi is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Arones's shoulder. That is not cool.
Arones tries to bench press Milanesi off him but Milanesi keeps the position.
Milanesi wants to stand but Arones is controlling his arm.
Arones wants to control but Milanesi postures up.
Milanesi in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Arones is looking for a sweep.
Arones sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Milanesi controlling the action here. #SUB#
Arones looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Milanesi pushes past his half guard into mount! #T3#
Arones is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Milanesi controlling his opponent.
Arones wants to hold on but Milanesi pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Arones manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Arones tries to roll over but Milanesi keeps him under control.
Arones is looking to get back to full guard here but Milanesi has managed to pass to side control instead.
Milanesi is looking to take a break and control but Arones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arones is letting Milanesi control him for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Simone Milanesi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Arones can't get the takedown.
Milanesi lands with a short shot to the head.
Arones jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Milanesi walks away with a smile on his face. Arones gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Milanesi moves into the clinch.
Arones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Milanesi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Milanesi's coach down at RIO Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Milanesi's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Milanesi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Arones tries to score a body lock takedown but Milanesi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones has Milanesi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Milanesi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
I was talking to Arones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Arones tries to pull guard but Milanesi forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Arones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Milanesi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T1#
Arones is trying to pull guard but Milanesi has him pressed against the cage.
Milanesi stops a takedown attempt from Arones.
Arones jumps guard but Milanesi stands there with Arones around his waist. Arones gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Milanesi throws a punch but it's blocked by Arones.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Milanesi. #CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Milanesi stops a takedown attempt from Arones.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A right handed body shot lands from Milanesi.
Milanesi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Milanesi taking a breather.#TD#
Arones pulls guard successfully.
#T2##SUB#
Arones looking for a guillotine here but Milanesi defends easily.
#SUB#
Arones has an active guard here but Milanesi has managed to pass into half guard.
It looks like Milanesi is going to stand back up.
Milanesi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.
Arones trying to control from the bottom.
Arones is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Arones regains full guard. Nicely done.
Milanesi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Arones looking for a sweep. Not yet Arones, not yet. #SUB#
Arones is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Milanesi rolls with it to try and escape but Arones cranks on the arm and Milanesi is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Arones!
During a confident post fight interview, Gabriel Arones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DFC 42: Penn Vs Lijikiszcz
Date: May 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Arones.
Singh swings for the body but Arones moves out of range.
Arones fails to land the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Singh! But no joy.
Singh takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Singh misses the jab.
Arones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones shoots in but Singh avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Arones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Arones there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Yuvraj Singh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Singh lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A big right from Singh misses.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Singh to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Singh on the side of the head.
Arones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Singh misses with a hook to the body
#TD#
and Arones counters with a single leg into guard. Singh didn't expect that.
Singh looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arones is one step ahead there.
Arones forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Singh is not content to let Arones control the position.
Arones passes to side control.
Singh being controlled for a moment.
Arones has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Singh keeps working. #SUB#
Arones in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Singh is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gabriel Arones!
A very excited looking Gabriel Arones 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:
DFC 32: Arones Vs Milanesi
Date: Mar 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Arones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Milanesi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Milanesi.
Milanesi throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Milanesi clinches.
Arones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Milanesi is defending well.
Arones looking for a takedown.
Arones tries to score a body lock takedown but Milanesi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arones jumps guard but Milanesi stands there with Arones around his waist. Arones gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Arones tries for a takedown. No joy.
Milanesi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Milanesi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Milanesi lands a high kick!
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Milanesi shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Look low, kick high! Milanesi uses the oldest trick in the book to send Arones tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Milanesi is absolutely delighted - when Arones wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Simone Milanesi!
Simone Milanesi is the new heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Simone Milanesi 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:
DFC 26: Taylor Vs Arones
Date: Mar 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Taylor lands with a straight right. Arones didn't see that one coming.
Taylor lands a body shot.
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Taylor shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Taylor just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones shoots in for a takedown but Taylor shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Taylor uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Arones has time to react.
Arones throws a push kick but Taylor slaps the foot to one side.
Taylor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Arones throws a lazy head kick
and Taylor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Arones misses with the combination.
A big right from Taylor misses.
Arones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brett Taylor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Taylor misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Taylor lands with a good body shot.
Arones staying out of range there.
Arones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Taylor throws a body shot but no joy.
Arones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Arones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Brett Taylor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Taylor's waist but Taylor gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Arones off to one side.
A jab from Taylor misses.
Taylor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Arones.
Arones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Arones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Arones slips under a jab from Taylor.
Taylor lands a right hook to the body.
Taylor wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Taylor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Taylor fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Arones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Taylor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Taylor scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Arones doesn't seem bothered though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Taylor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Arones.
Arones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Taylor lands with an overhand left.
Taylor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Decent striking displayed by Taylor there.
Arones misses with a body kick.
Taylor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Taylor stuffs the takedown.
Arones shoots in but Taylor avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Taylor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Taylor throws a looping overhand right but Arones ducks down to avoid it.
Taylor darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Taylor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arones manages to avoid it.
Brett Taylor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arones walks into a jab.
Arones pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Arones with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Arones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Arones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Taylor counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Taylor throws out a loose jab but Arones uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Arones drops his hands momentarily and Taylor takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Taylor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Taylor throws a lazy right hand but Arones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Taylor throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Taylor throws a lazy right hand but Arones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Taylor misses with a wild body shot.
Arones misses with the combination.
Taylor looks to land a left hand but Arones moved out of range nicely.
Arones feints the counter takedown.
Arones shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Taylor but Taylor pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Taylor dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Taylor throws a hook but Arones blocks it.
Taylor misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Taylor!
Arones landing a few strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones wants to control but Taylor is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Arones is trying to get an arm triangle but Taylor is defending well. #SUB2#
Arones goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Taylor rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Arones's guard! Nice work there by Taylor!
Arones working a defensive guard but Taylor passes into half guard.
Arones is trying to get back to full guard.
Taylor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arones can do to turn this around?
Taylor is trying to control the action in half guard but Arones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Taylor pulls his head out easily.
Arones has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Taylor not doing much here.
Arones wants to get back to full guard but Taylor has mounted him!
Arones regains half guard.#SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Taylor pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arones is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Taylor 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.
#T3#
Arones wants to get back to full guard.
Taylor will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Taylor is taking a breather. Arones says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Taylor wants to lay and pray for a moment but Arones keeps working.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Taylor prevents Arones from improving his position.
Taylor seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Arones throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A punch combination from Arones misses.
Taylor lands with a straight right. Arones didn't see that one coming.
Taylor connects with a crisp jab.
Taylor displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Arones.
Taylor just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Taylor throws a jab but it's blocked by Arones.
Arones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Taylor tries to avoid it but Arones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Taylor to the ground. Taylor escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Taylor misses the target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones moves out of range as Taylor strikes.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt
and Arones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brett Taylor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.#TD2#
Arones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Taylor quickly recovers to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Gabriel Arones will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Arones tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Taylor defends well and Arones ends up having to push Taylor into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Taylor misses with a wild body shot.
Brett Taylor is winning the standup battle so far.
Arones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Taylor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arones.
Arones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Arones.
Arones moves forwards but Taylor connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Taylor bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Arones's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taylor misses with a hook. Arones ducked under it nicely.
Taylor thows a left - swing and a miss!
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Arones shoots for a double leg takedown but Taylor sprawls well. He's pushed Arones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T1#
Arones misses with an uppercut. Taylor saw that one coming.
Arones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Taylor.
Taylor throws the left hand but Arones avoids the punch easily.
Gabriel Arones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Taylor throws a shot from downtown. Arones moves away and avoids it.
Taylor looks to score with a jab to the body but Arones is just out of range.
Taylor misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Arones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Taylor is just riding it out for now. Arones eventually gives up the hold.
Arones works his foot free and advances to mount. #T2##SUB2#
Arones is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Taylor has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Taylor! #SUB2#
Taylor avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Taylor stopping the sweep attempt from Arones.#T3#
Taylor sitting in guard here, content to control.
Arones looking to control.
Taylor trying to control the position from guard on top but Arones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Arones trying to control the position.
Taylor slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Arones gets back to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Taylor pulls his head out easily.
Taylor missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Arones tries to get to full guard but Taylor has control of the leg.
Taylor is pressing down on Arones's thigh, looking to free his foot. Arones is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Arones looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Taylor pushes past his half guard into mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Taylor tries to control but Arones wriggling away.
Arones regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Taylor clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Taylor misses with a hook. Arones ducked under it nicely.
Arones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arones moves out of range of the strikes.
Arones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Taylor defends it nicely.
Taylor fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Taylor throws out the jab.
Taylor stuns Arones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Taylor misses the jab.
A jab from Taylor misses.
Arones throws a series of punches but Taylor avoids them all with ease.
A jab lands there for Taylor.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Arones.
Taylor prevents Arones from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Arones goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Taylor has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Arones but great work by Taylor.
Taylor in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Arones can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Taylor working away.
Arones gets back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Taylor trying to control from half guard but Arones is working away.
Arones trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Taylor is trying to control. Arones wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Taylor not doing much here.
Taylor missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions off his back.
Taylor is keen to just control but Arones is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Taylor sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions off his back.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Taylor content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Arones dives in and grabs Taylor's left leg, looking for a takedown. Taylor pushes down on Arones's head and hops out.
Arones on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taylor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Arones shoots in and drives through. Taylor sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Taylor had his way with Gabriel Arones in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Taylor misses with a looping left.
Taylor misses with a body shot.
Arones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taylor.
Arones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Arones shoots in and drives through. Taylor sprawls well.
Taylor throwing a counter right hand but Arones manages to avoid it.
Arones throws a leg kick that misses.
Arones tries a head kick but it misses.
Taylor digs a good hook to Arones's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Taylor's waist but Taylor gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Arones off to one side.
Taylor swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice uppercut lands for Taylor. That snapped Arones's head back.
Arones ducks under a wild hook from Taylor.
Arones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Taylor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.#T1#
Taylor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arones moves away.
Arones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Taylor.
Taylor misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Arones counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Arones must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Taylor keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Arones passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Taylor is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Arones's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Taylor is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Arones wants to take a breather but Taylor is having none of it. #SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura but Taylor is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arones to get the leverage.
Arones moves into full mount! Taylor won't be happy about that!
Taylor has given up his back. Will we see Arones going for some submissions?
#SUB2#
Arones goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Taylor escapes and is now in half guard on top.
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!
Taylor perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gabriel Arones has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Arones is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Arones looking for a kimura from the bottom but Taylor passes into side control!
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Arones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Arones might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Taylor haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Taylor just content to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Arones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Taylor off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Arones working for a choke but Taylor reverses nicely into Arones 's guard. #SUB2#
Arones is looking for a triangle but Taylor pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Taylor has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Arones to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Taylor is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Arones pulls down on the head and he's put Taylor to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
Gabriel Arones is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Gabriel Arones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DFC 18: Demolition
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Joshua just misses with a punch to the body.
Arones tries for a takedown but Joshua circles away easily
and Arones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Arones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Joshua tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Arones is in Joshua's guard.
Joshua is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Arones 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.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joshua is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones is working hard here to advance position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Joshua can do anything to dispel that myth.
Joshua keeping moving, preventing Arones from controlling successfully.
Arones with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Arones throwing strikes from guard but Joshua blocks nicely.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joshua is keeping the position for now.
Arones 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.#SUB#
Arones drops back looking for a leg! Joshua is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Joshua manages to kick Arones off! Arones jumps back into Joshua's guard.
Arones slips nicely into half guard.
Arones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Joshua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Arones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Arones wants to work for an arm triangle but Joshua is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Arones passes to side control. #SUB#
Arones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Joshua is trying to control Arones's posture but Arones avoids it.
Arones looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Joshua is avoiding damage well.
Arones scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Joshua to see if he's OK.
Joshua gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB#
Arones looking to secure an arm triangle but Joshua defends it well. #T3#
Joshua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Arones fails to move to back control. #SUB#
Arones looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Joshua avoids a series of strikes thrown by Arones.
#SUB#
Arones goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Joshua is on top in guard.
#SUB#
Arones looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Joshua passes into side control.
#T4#
Arones is looking for a sweep.
Arones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Joshua is trying to control the action in half guard but Arones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Joshua prevents Arones from improving his position.#SUB#
Arones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arones is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Joshua jumps into side control!
What's Arones going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Arones shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Arones trying to mount his opponent but Joshua defends it.
Gabriel Arones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Joshua is staying active underneath Arones, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Arones trying to mount his opponent but Joshua defends it.
Joshua keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Arones is looking for a kimura but Joshua is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arones to get the leverage.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Joshua keeps working. #SUB#
Arones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Joshua doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arones. #T1#
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. Arones connects with a nice short shot to Joshua's temple.
Arones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Joshua keeps working.
Arones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Arones trying to advance position but Joshua counters by regaining guard.
Joshua can't keep his opponent in guard - Arones advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Arones passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Joshua! #T2##SUB#
Arones goes for an armbar but Joshua turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Joshua. #SUB#
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Joshua defends well.
Arones is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Arones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3#
Joshua wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arones trying to pass the guard but Joshua defending well.
Joshua trying to hold on to Arones's head to control him but Arones postures up.
#SUB#
Arones is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joshua is in trouble now - Arones has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Arones goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Joshua turns into him and now he's in Arones's guard.
#T4##SUB#
Arones looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Joshua has picked Arones up and slammed him! Arones can't keep hold of the triangle and Joshua manages to pass to side control!
Arones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arones is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Petersen's Party Place, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Joshua moves into full mount!
Joshua prevents Arones from getting the reversal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Arones dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Arones fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Joshua leaves Arones with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Arones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Joshua lands a lovely overhand right.
Arones with a lazy takedown attempt
and Joshua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Arones goes for a double leg but Joshua avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Joshua continues to drive forward.
Joshua scores with the left hand. Arones knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#
It looks like Gabriel Arones has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Arones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Arones shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Joshua napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T1#
Arones has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Joshua!
Arones takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Joshua is in all sorts of trouble here.
Arones trying to control but Joshua is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arones thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Arones controlling the position easily from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Arones cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#SUB#
Arones goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Joshua is on top in guard.
#T2#
Arones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Arones looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Joshua has picked Arones up and slammed him! Arones can't keep hold of the triangle and Joshua manages to pass to side control!
Joshua trying to control the position but Arones is working away.
Arones is trying to work for a sweep but Joshua has mounted him!
Joshua looking to control but Arones is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Arones wants to hold on but Joshua pushes him away.#T3#
Arones regains half guard.#SUB#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Joshua pulls his head out easily.
Arones wants to get back to full guard but Joshua has passed into side control.
Arones is looking for a sweep.
Arones wants to control but Joshua postures up.
Arones tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Joshua wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Arones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Joshua off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Arones is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Joshua defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Arones is landing with strikes from the back. #SUB#
Arones is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Joshua is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Gabriel Arones.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Arones, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Arones!
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Event:
Just Bleed 20
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Tio defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Arones.
Arones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
No luck for Arones with that takedown attempt.
It looked like Tio was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nummer Tio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.#TD2#
Arones manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tio on his heels. He'll look to pass Tio's guard now, I'm sure.
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.
Tio seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Tio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Arones pushing down on Tio's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tio 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.#SUB2#
Arones is trying to work for a kimura but Tio is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arones seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Arones is working for a kimura but Tio is defending it quite comfortably.
Arones prevents Tio from improving his position.#T1#
Arones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tio knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tio is holding on to half guard well.
Arones prevents Tio from improving his position.#SUB2#
Arones seems to be working for a kimura but Tio defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Arones is looking for a kimura but Tio is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arones to get the leverage. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Arones wants to work for an arm triangle but Tio is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tio tries to roll over but Arones keeps him under control.
Tio manages to get to full guard.
Tio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Arones won't allow Tio to sweep him here.
Arones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tio bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Arones's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Tio has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Arones to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Tio is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Arones pulls down on the head and he's put Tio to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
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Event:
Just Bleed 13/12
Date: Dec 13, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Arones tries to keep at a distance but Fawkes has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fawkes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Arones can't get the takedown.
Arones tries to pull guard but Fawkes forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Fawkes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fawkes misses with a punch on the inside.
Fawkes is pressed up against the cage. Arones has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fawkes down to the mat. Fawkes avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabriel Arones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Arones gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Arones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fawkes is just riding it out for now. Arones eventually gives up the hold.
Fawkes is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fawkes missing with punches from the bottom.
Fawkes really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Arones. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fawkes is looking to escape.#T1#
Fawkes is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Arones tries to pass to full mount but Fawkes defends it. #SUB#
Arones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fawkes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arones. #SUB#
Arones seems to be working for a kimura but Fawkes defends the submission attempt.
Arones has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Arones is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Fawkes has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Fawkes is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Arones has taken his back.
#T2##SUB#
Arones has got one arm under Fawkes's chin. This could be trouble... Fawkes trying to control the other hand but Arones gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Fawkes has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabriel Arones!
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Event:
Just Bleed Midweek 1
Date: Nov 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Bohn as Arones shoots in.#CL#
Bohn moves into the clinch.
Bohn gets underhooks to prevent Arones's takedown attempt.
Arones tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bohn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Loup Bohn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Arones.
Arones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bohn to keep the fight standing.
Arones can't get the takedown.
Arones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bohn pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC#
Bohn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Arones.#TD2#
Arones shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bohn manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bohn trying to keep a closed guard but Arones is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bohn is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Arones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1##SUB2#
Arones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bohn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Arones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bohn's guard. #REVB#
Arones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arones looking to sit in guard and control but Bohn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Bohn is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Arones looking for a guillotine here but Bohn defends easily.
#T2#
Arones looking for a sweep. Not yet Arones, not yet. #SUB2#
Arones looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bohn trying to control but Arones is working from the bottom.
Bohn would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Arones keeping moving, preventing Bohn from controlling successfully.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Bohn is proving a slippery customer.
#T3##SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Arones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bohn defends well.#SUB2#
Arones working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Bohn has passed into half guard!
Bohn is trying to control the action in half guard but Arones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bohn prevents Arones from improving his position.
Arones trying to control but Bohn postures up.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bohn wants to stand up but Arones is controlling the position.
#SUB2#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.
Bohn could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Arones is not content to let Bohn control the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2#
Arones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arones actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Arones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bohn pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Loup Bohn dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Arones closes the distance and clinches up with Bohn, looking for a takedown. Arones pushes Bohn against the cage but Bohn circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bohn swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL#
Bohn clinches up with Arones and pushes him back against the cage.
Bohn lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD#
Bohn decides to pull guard.
Arones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bohn is keeping the position for now.
Arones advances to half guard.
Bohn wants to control but Arones is keeping busy.
Bohn is trying to stand back up but Arones is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arones prevents Bohn from improving his position.
Bohn wants to control but Arones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bohn is looking to improve his position.
Bohn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Arones is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Bohn reverses the position - he's now on top in Arones's guard.
Arones trying to keep a closed guard but Bohn is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Arones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bohn is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Bohn is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Arones has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Bohn is looking to defend but Arones has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Bohn! Arones pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Bohn taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gabriel Arones!
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Event:
Urban Night 9
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Arones shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Man manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Arones 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. Arones seems to have locked his on tight now - Man screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Arones, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Gabriel Arones!
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