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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 06, 2017 |
#R1#
The Tank is trying hard to land a takedown here. Roscrow Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Roscrow Jr tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but The Tank swivels and escapes.
Horrible takedown attempt by Roscrow Jr or perhaps it was just good defense by The Tank, which made it look bad.
The Tank steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Roscrow Jr .
Roscrow Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with The Tank but The Tank pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The Tank steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Roscrow Jr .
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Perry Roscrow Jr . That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
The Tank closes the distance and pushes Roscrow Jr back into the cage.
Roscrow Jr wants to take the fight to the mat but The Tank manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A knee to the head by The Tank.
#CUT2#
It looks like Perry Roscrow Jr has been cut.
The Tank misses with a knee to the head.
Roscrow Jr prevents a body shot from The Tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short body shot lands from The Tank as the two fighters clinch.
#T1##BC2#
The Tank breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
The Tank moves into the clinch successfully.
The Tank tries to throw a body punch but Roscrow Jr avoids it by throwing The Tank back against the cage.
The Tank misses with a knee to the head.
The Tank lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
The Tank breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roscrow Jr has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Roscrow Jr tries to keep at a distance but The Tank has taken the fight into the clinch.
The Tank using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The Tank utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The Tank connects with a knee to the head.
#T2#
The Tank landing knees to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The Tank obliges.
Roscrow Jr is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roscrow Jr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The Tank lands a knee to the body.
The Tank landing knees to the body.
#BC2#
The Tank breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
The Tank moves into the clinch.
Roscrow Jr takes a shot to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The Tank obliges.#BC2#
The Tank escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Roscrow Jr tries to keep at a distance but The Tank has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
The Tank lands a damaging elbow.
The Tank manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Roscrow Jr blocks a body shot from The Tank.
The Tank lands a good knee to the midsection. Roscrow Jr won't want to take too many of those.#TD2#
The Tank has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Roscrow Jr is trying to keep an underhook but The Tank manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
The Tank is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Roscrow Jr defends it well.
The Tank prevents Roscrow Jr from improving his position.#SUB#
Roscrow Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but The Tank pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Roscrow Jr wants to improve his position but The Tank is controlling well.
The Tank wants to take a breather but Roscrow Jr is having none of it.
The Tank prevents Roscrow Jr from improving his position.
The Tank prevents Roscrow Jr from standing back up.
Roscrow Jr gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Tank won't allow Roscrow Jr to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Roscrow Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
The Tank 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank The Tank dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Perry Roscrow Jr 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
The Tank keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Roscrow Jr is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Roscrow Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but The Tank circles away.#CL2#
The Tank has Roscrow Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Roscrow Jr is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
The Tank lands a knee to the body.
A short body shot lands from The Tank as the two fighters clinch.
The Tank prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Perry Roscrow Jr . 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.#BC2#
The Tank breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
The Tank gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The Tank has Roscrow Jr pushed against the cage.
Roscrow Jr blocks a body shot from The Tank. #T1##TD2#
The Tank is trying to trip Roscrow Jr . He has hold of a leg but Roscrow Jr is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. The Tank persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Roscrow Jr is looking to stand back up but The Tank counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Roscrow Jr . #REVR##SUB2#
Roscrow Jr makes his way to full guard, as The Tank worked for a kimura.
#SUB#
Roscrow Jr has his foot on The Tank's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. The Tank works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Roscrow Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Roscrow Jr wants to stand up but The Tank is controlling him. #SUB#
Roscrow Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but The Tank can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
The Tank wants to control from the top but Roscrow Jr keeps moving.
Roscrow Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Tank has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Roscrow Jr working a defensive guard but The Tank manages to pass into side control anyway.
The Tank trying to control the position but Roscrow Jr is working away.
Frank The Tank has got the better of the ground game so far.
The Tank lands an elbow.
Roscrow Jr stops The Tank from passing to mount.
The Tank trying to control the action but Roscrow Jr is working from the bottom. #T3#
Roscrow Jr is looking to regain half guard here but The Tank keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here.
The Tank is looking to take a break and control but Roscrow Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
The Tank wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Roscrow Jr , who protects the arm well.
Roscrow Jr sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The Tank looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Roscrow Jr looking for submissions off his back.
The Tank performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roscrow Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Roscrow Jr trying to control but The Tank postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank The Tank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Perry Roscrow Jr 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
The Tank gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The Tank is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Roscrow Jr is defending well.
The Tank tries to work over Roscrow Jr 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The Tank struggles to land a body shot inside as Roscrow Jr controls his hands.
The Tank misses with a body punch.
A body shot lands from The Tank.
The Tank is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
The Tank breaks the clinch.
Roscrow Jr leaves The Tank with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The Tank has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Roscrow Jr is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The Tank has closed the distance and engaged Roscrow Jr in a clinch.
The Tank digs a right hand underneath Roscrow Jr 's ribcage. Roscrow Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The Tank prevents a takedown attempt there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##TD2#
The Tank turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and The Tank manages to end up in side control.#SUB2#
The Tank is trying to get an arm triangle but Roscrow Jr is defending well.
The Tank remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The Tank grinds an elbow into Roscrow Jr 's temple.
Roscrow Jr is looking for a sweep.
Roscrow Jr is not content to let The Tank control the position. #SUB2#
The Tank is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Roscrow Jr is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Roscrow Jr is looking for a sweep.
The Tank wants to take a breather but Roscrow Jr manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for The Tank. #SUB2#
The Tank drops back looking for a leg! Roscrow Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Roscrow Jr manages to kick The Tank off! The Tank jumps back into Roscrow Jr 's guard. #T3#
The Tank looking to pass the guard.
Roscrow Jr keeping moving, preventing The Tank from controlling successfully.
The Tank working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Roscrow Jr 's head.
Roscrow Jr wants to sweep here but The Tank controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Roscrow Jr pulls The Tank in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Roscrow Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
The Tank fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Roscrow Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Perry Roscrow Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank The Tank.#CL2#
The Tank gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Frank The Tank is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC2#
The Tank breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
The Tank moves into the clinch successfully.
Perry Roscrow Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roscrow Jr tries to stall but The Tank uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank The Tank comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well The Tank 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank The Tank!
Frank The Tank was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
KOC - 8
Date: Mar 10, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
The Tank rushes Bent and presses him up against the cage.
Bent blocks a body shot from The Tank.
Bent is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The Tank is defending well for now.
Bent goes for a takedown in the clinch but The Tank prevents it.
The Tank gets underhooks to prevent Bent's takedown attempt.
The Tank scores with a knee to the head.
The Tank lands an elbow that stopped Bent in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#
It looks like Hell Bent has been cut.#TD2#
Bent manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bent pulls The Tank in to control the position.
The Tank loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The Tank being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank preventing the sweep. #T1#
The Tank is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The Tank trying to control but Bent is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The Tank takes a jab right on the kisser.
The Tank wants to clinch.
Bent throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bent ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Tank moves away.
Bent throws a right and a left that both miss.
The Tank changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The Tank takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The Tank uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bent.#CL#
Bent gets tackled into the cage by The Tank. The Tank maintains the clinch.
Bent is looking for a takedown up against the cage. The Tank gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Frank The Tank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hell Bent.
The Tank lands a good knee to the midsection. Bent won't want to take too many of those.
Bent looks winded!#T2#
The Tank lands a knee to the body.
Bent gets underhooks to prevent The Tank's takedown attempt.
The Tank tries to work over Bent's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The Tank tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The Tank misses with a punch to the body.
The Tank tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bent avoids it.#TD2#
Bent is trying to trip The Tank. He has hold of a leg but The Tank is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bent persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bent trying to control but The Tank is working from the bottom.
My spies in Savage Empire inform me that Bent has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The Tank wants to stand but Bent is controlling the position.
The Tank looking to control.
The Tank on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if The Tank tries to get out of the position.
Bent chips away with some ground and pound.
The Tank wants to sweep but no luck.
Bent connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Bent throwing strikes from guard but The Tank blocks nicely.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bent trying to control the position from guard on top but The Tank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bent advances to half guard.
Bent thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
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. Bent connects with a nice short shot to The Tank's temple.
Bent scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bent has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The Tank pushes Bent off looking to stand but Bent dives back in and keeps control.
Bent landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bent with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The Tank on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The Tank wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
Bent seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but The Tank does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bent working the head and body with strikes.
Bent passes the guard and advances to mount!
The Tank tries to hold on but Bent postures up.
The Tank might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The Tank is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A nice elbow there by Bent.#CUT2#
It looks like Frank The Tank has been cut.
Bent raining down hammerfists from mount.
The Tank controls the position.
Bent takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bent lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hell Bent dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bent fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. The Tank looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bent misses with an uppercut. The Tank saw that one coming.
Bent swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL#
and The Tank holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Bent pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The Tank avoids the body shot from Bent.
Bent throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent The Tank stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The Tank shoots in but Bent avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
The Tank darts in and clinches Bent up against the cage.
Bent misses with a knee to the head.
The Tank gets underhooks to prevent Bent's takedown attempt.
The Tank looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bent trying to land knees to the body.
Bent can't find room to land a body shot as The Tank controls the action.
#TD2#
Bent has The Tank pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bent pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending The Tank tumbling to the mat - Bent dives into The Tank's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bent loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Bent lands a couple of digs.
The Tank wants to stand but Bent is controlling the position.
Bent 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.
Bent keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of The Tank's head.
Bent trying to control the position from guard on top but The Tank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Tank looking to control.
Bent landing with the ground and pound.
Bent lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The Tank wants to stand and escape but Bent is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bent scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bent chips away with some ground and pound.
Bent throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as The Tank works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bent lands a couple of digs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bent landing some decent shots from guard.
Bent scoring with some ground and pound.
Bent lands a couple of digs.
Bent has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bent throwing strikes but missing.
The Tank is trying to keep Bent in close.
Bent lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bent scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Bent trying to control but The Tank is working from the bottom.
The Tank wants to stand but Bent is controlling the position.
Bent connects with a couple of short punches.
Bent works over The Tank with some ground and pound from guard.
The Tank tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bent landing with the ground and pound.
Bent stops The Tank from standing up. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. The Tank manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Bent tightens his grip and picks The Tank up, before dumping him to the ground. The Tank manages to land in guard.
Bent postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bent trying to control the position from guard on top but The Tank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bent content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4#
Bent throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as The Tank works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The Tank has momentary wrist control but Bent slips an elbow through the middle.#CUT2#
Frank The Tank's cut is getting worse.
Bent prevents The Tank from getting back to his feet.
Bent showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bent landing some decent shots from guard.
Bent chips away with some ground and pound.#CUT2#
Frank The Tank's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Frank The Tank's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Hell Bent!
In defeat, Frank The Tank stepped up to the mic, saying 'He was the better fighter tonight. I should have been better prepared. '.
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Event:
KOC - 7
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
The Tank throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#TD2#
The Tank shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bugga is trying to defend but The Tank finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The Tank passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bugga!
The Tank trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The Tank tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that The Tank 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.
Bugga knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Tank on the ground.#SUB2#
The Tank wants to finish this one by submission but Bugga is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from The Tank. #T1##SUB2#
The Tank looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Bugga wants to control but The Tank is having none of it.
The Tank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The Tank trying to control but Bugga is having none of it.
Bugga really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#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.
Bugga is squirming around, avoiding The Tank's attempts to control the action.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, The Tank cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Bugga is looking to improve his position but The Tank isn't that keen on the idea.
The Tank controlling from mount. #SUB2#
The Tank goes for an armbar but Bugga turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Bugga.
Bugga might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The Tank is pulling down on Bugga's head to control his posture.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if The Tank can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Bugga missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bugga won't allow The Tank to get back to his feet.
Bugga has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bugga throws an elbow that misses. The Tank uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bugga's guard. Nice move by The Tank!#REVB#
The Tank is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The Tank working some strikes from top position.
The Tank trying to control but Bugga is working from the bottom.
The Tank passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Bugga is not content to let The Tank control the position. #T4##SUB2#
The Tank tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bugga gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Tank controlling the position easily from mount.
The Tank postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bugga looks a forlorn figure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank The Tank dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
The Tank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bugga swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The Tank has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
The Tank drives through and clinches with Bugga against the cage.
The Tank gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bugga.
The Tank lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Naruh Bugga has been cut.#TD2#
The Tank has picked Bugga up - he's going for a ride! The Tank dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The Tank is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bugga tries to roll over but The Tank keeps him under control.#T1#
The Tank seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bugga does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The Tank works his foot free and advances to mount.
The Tank looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bugga tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
The Tank looking for a guillotine from mount but Bugga is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Tank looking to control but Bugga is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Bugga is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
The Tank raining down hammerfists from mount.
The Tank looking to control but Bugga is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The Tank might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bugga haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The Tank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
The Tank working for a submission but Bugga is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
The Tank swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Frank The Tank!
Frank The Tank decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
KOC 5 - High Stakes
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1#
The Tank takes a jab right on the kisser.
The Tank with a poor takedown
and Bucket counters with a stiff right hand.
The Tank tries to close the distance and clinch but Bucket swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
The Tank forces Bucket back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
The Tank has Bucket pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. The Tank pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Bucket tumbling to the mat - The Tank dives into Bucket's guard.#SUB2#
The Tank drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and The Tank jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The Tank trying to control the position from guard on top but Bucket is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Tank controlling from the top position.
Bucket will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
The Tank trying to control the position from guard on top but Bucket is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Tank pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bucket is keeping the position for now.
The Tank stands up over Bucket, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The Tank trying to control but Bucket is working from the bottom.
The Tank passes Bucket's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bucket pushes The Tank off looking to stand but The Tank dives back in and keeps control.
The Tank trying to control the pace.
Bucket knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Tank on the ground.#SUB2#
The Tank maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Bucket could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but The Tank has cracked it and Bucket is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by The Tank!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Frank The Tank!
A less than humble Frank The Tank 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Shavershian lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but The Tank circles away quickly and effectively.
And The Tank tries to counter it with a takedown but Shavershian pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice sprawl there from Shavershian as The Tank shoots in.
The Tank looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Frank The Tank has been cut.
The Tank tries to clinch
and Shavershian counters with a two punch combo.
Shavershian goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Shavershian getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd cheers as Shavershian lands an impressive looking overhand right. The Tank doesn't seem phased though.
A right-left combo lands from Shavershian.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shavershian lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The Tank fails in his attempt to clinch.
As The Tank looks to move away, Shavershian throws a big counter combo but The Tank just gets out of the way.
Shavershian lands with a nice combination. The Tank backs away looking to recover.#CUT#
That has opened up Frank The Tank's cut even more.
Shavershian scores with a push kick.
The Tank on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Shavershian lands the left hand.
Shavershian scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Shavershian throws a series of punches but The Tank moves out of range.
The Tank tries to clinch up
and Shavershian counters with a flying knee. Nice.
The Tank takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Shavershian lands a body shot.
The Tank looks winded!
The Tank takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CUT#
The cut above Frank The Tank's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Shavershian's corner calls for a 1-2. Shavershian obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Shavershian connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between The Tank's hands.
The Tank gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#KD#
Shavershian drops The Tank with a right and a left! Shavershian comes rushing in but The Tank regains his composure and manages to keep Shavershian in guard.
#CUT#
Frank The Tank's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Shavershian drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shavershian jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2##SUB#
Shavershian thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Shavershian drops back, looking for a kneebar! The Tank looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. The Tank looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from The Tank! #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Shavershian's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#ES#
Shavershian sneaks out the side door and pushes The Tank away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Shavershian scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Frank The Tank's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Aziz Shavershian!
The defeated Frank The Tank had this to say: 'He was the better fighter tonight. I should have been better prepared. '.
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Event:
FORTITUDE 7
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Overeem enables The Tank to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Overeem manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Overeem has control of The Tank's left arm, preventing The Tank from doing any damage.
Overeem wants to sweep here but The Tank controlling him for the moment.
Overeem keeping moving, preventing The Tank from controlling successfully.
Overeem has control of The Tank's left arm, preventing The Tank from doing any damage.
Overeem manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. The Tank manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
The Tank has a closed guard, preventing Overeem from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Overeem postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Overeem trying to control but The Tank is working from the bottom. #T1#
The Tank 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.
Overeem trying to control but The Tank is working from the bottom.
Overeem is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Overeem stands and throws The Tank's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The Tank is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The Tank trying his best to control but Overeem has mounted him.
The Tank definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The Tank tries to hold on but Overeem pushes him away.
Overeem throwing strikes here but The Tank is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
The Tank tries to hold on but Overeem postures up.
The Tank working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Overeem has hold of The Tank's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and The Tank manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Overeem unloads with some shots from mount but The Tank bucks and avoids them well.
The Tank is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Overeem controlling the pace for now.
The Tank tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Overeem throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Overeem scoring with strikes but The Tank is staying in there.
The Tank wants to hold on but Overeem pushes him away.
The Tank tries to reverse the position but Overeem maintains control.
Overeem throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for The Tank because Overeem loaded up on that one.
The Tank manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Overeem is trying to control the action in half guard but The Tank is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Overeem seems to be working for a kimura but The Tank defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Overeem in particular looking to stall.
The Tank is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Overeem's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Overeem's back!
Overeem trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Overeem tries to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Overeem breaks The Tank's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
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!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now The Tank is on top in guard.
#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alistair Overeem dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Overeem fails to land the takedown.
Overeem doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and The Tank holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Overeem gets underhooks to prevent The Tank's takedown attempt.
#TD#
The Tank turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and The Tank manages to end up in side control.
Overeem bucks up and tries to throw The Tank off but instead The Tank has got his back!
The Tank is not going to allow Overeem to sit and survive in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank doesn't have the hooks in and Overeem manages to turn into his guard.
Overeem stopping the sweep attempt from The Tank.
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!
The Tank is trying to control the position but Overeem postures up. #T1#
Overeem throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as The Tank works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The Tank utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Overeem advances to half guard.
Overeem wants to control but The Tank is keeping him busy.
The Tank keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alistair Overeem has got the better of the ground game so far.
The Tank wants to control but Overeem is keeping busy.
The Tank is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Overeem throwing shots but The Tank is blocking nicely.
The Tank is refusing to be controlled, as Overeem sits in half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Overeem is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SU2#
Overeem escapes and gets back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from The Tank as Overeem shoots in.
Frank The Tank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alistair Overeem.
The Tank tries to clinch but Overeem is having none of it. #CL#
The Tank closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Overeem goes for a takedown attempt but The Tank pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by The Tank. #T3#
The Tank tries to advance to mount but Overeem denies him.
The Tank is working Overeem over with some ground and pound from side control.
The Tank lands a decent elbow from side control.
The Tank trying to control the action but Overeem is working from the bottom.
Overeem is looking for a sweep.
The Tank trying to control the position but Overeem is working away.
You can see the frustration on Overeem's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
The Tank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Overeem keeps working.
Overeem tries to buck The Tank off but The Tank is having none of it.
The Tank connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Overeem some visible discomfort.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Overeem wants to control but The Tank postures up.#SUB#
The Tank goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Overeem rolls with the submission and now he's on top in The Tank's guard! Nice work there by Overeem!
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 Frank The Tank 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Overeem throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Tank's waist but The Tank gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Overeem off to one side.
The Tank shoots for a takedown but Overeem saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The Tank shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Overeem defends it nicely.
Frank The Tank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Overeem throws a right and a left that The Tank avoids nicely.
Overeem changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The Tank tries to avoid it but Overeem manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The Tank to the ground. The Tank escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No luck for The Tank with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank The Tank. 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.#TD#
The Tank closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
The Tank looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Overeem tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.#T1#
Overeem bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The Tank avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The Tank wants to sweep here but Overeem controlling him for the moment.
The Tank being controlled here, momentarily.
The Tank is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
The Tank is trying to control the position but Overeem postures up.
Overeem is stalling in the full guard.
Overeem trying to control the position from guard on top but The Tank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Overeem loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Overeem stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. The Tank swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Overeem controlling from the top position.
The Tank looking for a sweep. Not yet The Tank, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Overeem shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. The Tank defends it nicely.
The Tank closes the distance and clinches up with Overeem, looking for a takedown. The Tank pushes Overeem against the cage but Overeem circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The Tank tries to close the distance and clinch but Overeem swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Overeem tries to clinch but The Tank moves out of range.
Overeem shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says The Tank as he avoids it easily. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The Tank looks for a takedown but Overeem sprawls well.
Overeem fails with the takedown.
Overeem tries for a takedown but The Tank sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
The Tank shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than The Tank was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Check out the look on The Tank's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Overeem wants to control but The Tank postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Overeem tries to improve position but can't.
Overeem on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
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 Frank The Tank.
I think The Tank 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Frank The Tank!
Frank The Tank took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Versus for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Ramasovic misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and The Tank counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The Tank looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Ramasovic thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Ramasovic throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Ramasovic striking off his back but it's not causing The Tank any problems. #SUB2#
The Tank drops back looking for a leg! Ramasovic is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ramasovic manages to kick The Tank off! The Tank jumps back into Ramasovic's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramasovic trying to strike off his back.
Ramasovic throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ramasovic tries to strike from the bottom.
Ramasovic trying to strike off his back.
Ramasovic will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ramasovic tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank lands a couple of elbows.
Ramasovic tries to strike from the bottom.
Ramasovic thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Ramasovic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ramasovic throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
The Tank trying to control but Ramasovic is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T1#
The Tank closes the distance and clinches up with Ramasovic, looking for a takedown. The Tank pushes Ramasovic against the cage but Ramasovic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Ramasovic was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ramasovic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says The Tank as he avoids it easily.
Ramasovic shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Junamov Ramasovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ramasovic.#CL2#
The Tank has Ramasovic up against the cage in a clinch.
The Tank wants to take the fight to the mat but Ramasovic manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, The Tank throws an elbow but misses.
The Tank throws a punch but it's blocked by Ramasovic.
The Tank blocks an uppercut.
Ramasovic lands with a light punch inside.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
Ramasovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ramasovic gets underhooks to prevent The Tank's takedown attempt.
The Tank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Ramasovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ramasovic swings wildly with an uppercut but The Tank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
The Tank has Ramasovic pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ramasovic manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ramasovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ramasovic swings wildly with an uppercut but The Tank uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ramasovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
The Tank blocking some punches.
Ramasovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ramasovic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
The Tank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ramasovic has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from Ramasovic.
Still in the clinch, Ramasovic scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
The Tank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The Tank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ramasovic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of The Tank backwards.
Ramasovic has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
The Tank blocking some punches.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ramasovic misses with some punches.
Ramasovic lands a shoulder strike.
Ramasovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ramasovic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The Tank's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ramasovic throws a punch but it's blocked by The Tank.
Ramasovic misses with some punches.
The Tank is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The Tank takes a shot to the head.
We've been informed that The Tank has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ramasovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ramasovic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ramasovic lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Ramasovic fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Ramasovic fails to land.
Ramasovic misses with the head strike.
Ramasovic prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ramasovic lands a left hand.
The Tank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ramasovic lands an uppercut.
Ramasovic misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ramasovic.
Ramasovic misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ramasovic.
The Tank tries for a takedown but Ramasovic manages to get underhooks.
The Tank blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ramasovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The Tank's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Junamov Ramasovic 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#
Ramasovic shoots for a double leg takedown but The Tank sprawls well. He's pushed Ramasovic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ramasovic tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Tank sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ramasovic somewhat.
Ramasovic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Junamov Ramasovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ramasovic shoots for a double leg takedown but The Tank sprawls well. He's pushed Ramasovic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
The Tank throws out a counter right but Ramasovic avoids it with no problem.
Junamov Ramasovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from The Tank. No joy for Ramasovic on that attempt.
The Tank throws a series of punches but Ramasovic moves out of range.
Ramasovic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A punch lands to the side of Ramasovic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ramasovic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The Tank fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ramasovic, pushing him back against the cage.
Ramasovic gets underhooks to prevent The Tank's takedown attempt.
Ramasovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ramasovic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Ramasovic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ramasovic misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ramasovic.
Ramasovic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ramasovic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ramasovic misses with the head strike.
Ramasovic prevents the takedown attempt.
Ramasovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ramasovic.
Ramasovic misses with some punches.
Ramasovic misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Ramasovic fails to land.
Ramasovic working aggressively here.
The Tank drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The Tank blocks an uppercut.
#T2#
Ramasovic lands with a left to the head.
Ramasovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ramasovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ramasovic lands a hook that snaps the head of The Tank backwards.
Ramasovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
Ramasovic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ramasovic.
Ramasovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ramasovic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The Tank blocking some punches.
Ramasovic misses with some punches.
Ramasovic working aggressively here.
The Tank changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ramasovic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ramasovic or perhaps it was just good defense by The Tank, which made it look bad.
Ramasovic shoots in for a takedown but The Tank shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
Ramasovic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has The Tank pinned against the cage. The Tank gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The Tank scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ramasovic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Tank's waist but The Tank gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ramasovic off to one side.
The Tank stuffs the takedown attempt from Ramasovic. Ramasovic gets slowly back to his feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ramasovic or perhaps it was just good defense by The Tank, which made it look bad.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ramasovic is defended easily by The Tank.#CL2#
The Tank instigates a clinch. #T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ramasovic.
Ramasovic stops a takedown attempt from The Tank.
Ramasovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ramasovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A shot in the inside from Ramasovic.
Ramasovic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that The Tank can do to turn this around?
A short left from Ramasovic.
Ramasovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of The Tank backwards.
Ramasovic throws a punch but it's blocked by The Tank.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ramasovic throws a punch but it's blocked by The Tank.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ramasovic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of The Tanks head.
Ramasovic scores with a shot to the side of The Tank's head.
Ramasovic throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Junamov Ramasovic dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
The Tank keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The Tank goes for a double leg but Ramasovic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ramasovic continues to drive forward.
Ramasovic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says The Tank as he avoids it easily.
Ramasovic sets himself, and The Tank steps forward looking for the clinch! Ramasovic avoids it this time.
The Tank slaps away a takedown attempt from Ramasovic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Junamov Ramasovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ramasovic shoots for a double leg takedown but The Tank sprawls well. He's pushed Ramasovic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
The Tank forces Ramasovic back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Ramasovic fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ramasovic.
Ramasovic has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
The Tank is trying to trip Ramasovic. He has hold of a leg but Ramasovic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. The Tank persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ramasovic throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Ramasovic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The Tank connects with a couple of short punches.
Ramasovic throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T1#
The Tank content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ramasovic trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ramasovic throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#SUB2#
The Tank thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ramasovic throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Ramasovic striking off his back but it's not causing The Tank any problems.
Ramasovic tries to strike from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Ramasovic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
The Tank had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ramasovic defends it easily.
Ramasovic wants to pass the guard but The Tank is keeping the position.
Ramasovic postures up in The Tank's guard and throws a big left but The Tank blocks it.
The Tank has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Ramasovic trying to move into half guard but instead The Tank has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Ramasovic will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ramasovic tries to strike from the bottom.
Ramasovic is striking but The Tank is not phased and passes to half guard.
Ramasovic missing with punches from the bottom.
The Tank looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ramasovic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
Ramasovic flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The Tank is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The Tank blocks the strikes from Ramasovic.
#SUB2#
The Tank is looking for a kimura here.
The Tank is nestled in close to Ramasovic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Ramasovic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
Ramasovic flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
The Tank winds up and cracks Ramasovic with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
Ramasovic is looking for a sweep. The Tank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Tank working Ramasovic over with strikes.
The Tank seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ramasovic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Frank The Tank has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ramasovic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from The Tank. #SUB2#
The Tank is trying to work for a kimura but Ramasovic is defending well.
#T4##SUB2#
The Tank wants to work for an arm triangle but Ramasovic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ramasovic missing with punches from the bottom.
Ramasovic flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Frank The Tank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ramasovic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ramasovic misses with some strikes from the bottom.
The Tank blocks the strikes from Ramasovic.
Ramasovic punching from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Junamov Ramasovic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ramasovic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Tank tries to clinch up but Ramasovic circles away and keeps his distance.
The Tank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ramasovic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ramasovic shoots in but The Tank avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank The Tank comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ramasovic 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junamov Ramasovic!
In defeat, Frank The Tank stepped up to the mic, saying 'He was the better fighter tonight. I should have been better prepared. '.
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Event:
HFC 6 Joshua vs. The Tank
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Joshua misses with a wild body shot.
The Tank looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
The Tank rushes Joshua and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
The Tank creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Joshua's defenses. #CUT2#
It looks like Anthony Joshua has been cut.
The Tank is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Joshua.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The Tank has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Joshua avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Joshua is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but The Tank is keeping busy.
The Tank wants to take the fight to the mat but Joshua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Anthony Joshua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank The Tank.
Joshua tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The Tank drops down looking for an ankle pick but Joshua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Joshua scores with a jab. The Tank acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Frank The Tank 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.
Joshua cracks The Tank with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Frank The Tank has been cut.
The Tank shoots in and drives through. Joshua sprawls well.
The Tank fails with a takedown attempt.
The Tank looks winded!#T1#
Joshua lands a lovely overhand right.
Joshua catches The Tank with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
The Tank rushes Joshua and presses him up against the ropes.
The Tank landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The Tank throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The Tank wants a takedown but no success here.
Joshua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The Tank blocking some punches.
Joshua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Joshua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
The Tank lands a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Tank won't allow Joshua to sweep him here.
Joshua is trying to control the position but The Tank postures up.
The Tank postures up and lands a big shot to Joshua's brow.
The Tank tries to free his leg and advance position but Joshua is retaining full guard. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Joshua is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Joshua wants to get up but he can't break The Tank's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The Tank looking to control but Joshua passes into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if The Tank can do anything to dispel that myth.
Joshua tries to stand but his hand is stuck under The Tank.
Joshua is thwarting The Tank's attempts to control the position.
The Tank tries to roll over but Joshua keeps him under control.#T3#
Joshua is thwarting The Tank's attempts to control the position.
Joshua wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The Tank tries to get to full guard but Joshua has control of the leg.
The Tank trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
The Tank tries to lock up and control but Joshua gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU#
Joshua get's back to his feet.
The Tank takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The Tank walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The Tank tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Joshua swivels and escapes.
Joshua connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT#
That has opened up Frank The Tank's cut even more.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from The Tank is defended easily by Joshua.
Joshua scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL2#
The Tank moves into the clinch successfully.
The Tank is trying to drag Joshua to the mat but Joshua just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Joshua scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Joshua dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Joshua fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt The Tank.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Joshua!
Joshua scores with a shot to the body.
#CL#
Joshua closes the distance and pushes The Tank back into the ropes.
Joshua working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The Tank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The Tank goes for a takedown in the clinch but Joshua prevents it.
The Tank blocking some punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The Tank tries for a takedown but Joshua manages to get underhooks.
Joshua swings wildly with an uppercut but The Tank uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Tank is looking to take this one to the mat.
Anthony Joshua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank The Tank.
The Tank tries for a takedown but Joshua manages to get underhooks.
The Tank is breathing heavily.
Joshua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Joshua lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Joshua pushes The Tank back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Tank tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T1#
Joshua misses with a punch on the inside.
Joshua is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that The Tank can do to turn this around?
Joshua lands a nice uppercut.
Joshua lands an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Joshua.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joshua.
Joshua misses with a short punch on the inside.
Joshua throws a head punch that misses.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Joshua takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Joshua looking to stall.
Joshua throws a punch but it's blocked by The Tank.
Joshua is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Joshua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joshua has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
Joshua fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joshua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joshua prevents the takedown attempt.
Joshua throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Joshua lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of The Tank backwards.
Joshua tries to land a knee to the head but The Tank blocks with his arms.
Joshua fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joshua lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
The cut above Frank The Tank's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The Tank blocks an uppercut.
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!
Joshua is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
The Tank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Joshua connects with a nasty looking knee right to The Tank's face.
A short left from Joshua. #TD2#
The Tank works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The Tank postures up.
Joshua has momentary wrist control but The Tank slips an elbow through the middle.
The Tank wants to control from the top but Joshua keeps moving.
Joshua has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
The Tank distracts Joshua with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Joshua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The Tank wants to control from the top but Joshua keeps moving.
Joshua managing to control the position.
Joshua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in The Tank's guard. #REVR#
Joshua wants to stand but The Tank is controlling his posture from full guard.
The Tank lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Joshua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Joshua wants to sweep but no luck.
Joshua keeping moving, preventing The Tank from controlling successfully.
The Tank won't allow Joshua to sweep him here.
Joshua working a defensive guard here.
Joshua looking for a sweep. Not yet Joshua, not yet.
The Tank trying to control the position from guard on top but Joshua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Joshua dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
The Tank moves away from the strike by Joshua.
Joshua lands a glancing blow to the side of The Tank's head.
The Tank on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
The Tank drives through and clinches with Joshua against the ropes.
Joshua is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The Tank tries to pull guard but Joshua won't allow it.
Joshua has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
The Tank looking for a takedown.
The Tank tries for a takedown but Joshua manages to get underhooks.
Anthony Joshua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank The Tank.
Joshua working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Joshua.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joshua is trying to maintain a safe position but The Tank gets an underhook and turns Joshua into the ropes.
The Tank takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Joshua slows down the pace here.
Joshua misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Joshua.#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Joshua fails to land.
Joshua misses with the head strike.
#TD2#
The Tank manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Joshua wanted to stand there but The Tank had control of the position.
The Tank is trying to control the position but Joshua postures up. #SU#
Joshua decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
The Tank clinches up against the ropes.
Joshua misses with the head strike.
Joshua misses with a hook from the clinch.
The Tank wants a takedown.
Joshua taking a breather.
The Tank tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T2#
The Tank tries to pull guard but Joshua holds him up against the ropes and eventually The Tank drops back down to his feet.
Joshua has a couple of punches blocked by The Tank.
Nice body punch from Joshua - that landed with a thud.
Joshua scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Joshua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Joshua lands a shoulder strike.
The Tank is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Joshua is defending well.
The Tank takes a shot to the head.
The Tank drops down looking for an ankle pick but Joshua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Joshua lands with a nice combination. The Tank backs away looking to recover.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Joshua bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of The Tank's head.#CUT#
Frank The Tank's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Frank The Tank's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Anthony Joshua!
Anthony Joshua 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.
In defeat, Frank The Tank stepped up to the mic, saying 'He was the better fighter tonight. I should have been better prepared. '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 26, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
The Tank closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wooten quickly recovers to half guard.
The Tank trying to pass the guard but Wooten defending well.
The Tank trying to control the pace.
Wooten trying to control but The Tank postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wooten is trying to stand up here but The Tank is controlling him well.
The Tank seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
The Tank is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wooten is just riding it out for now. The Tank eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB2#
The Tank maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Wooten could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but The Tank has cracked it and Wooten is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by The Tank!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Frank The Tank!
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