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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 228
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Terranova connects with a solid leg kick.
Terranova drops his hands momentarily and Newton takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Terranova slips the punch.
Newton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Terranova makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Newton dives in and grabs Terranova's left leg, looking for a takedown. Terranova pushes down on Newton's head and hops out.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Terranova manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ciro Terranova has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
A good leg kick by Terranova.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Terranova shows good takedown defense.
Terranova buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Newton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Terranova is fending him off so far but Newton persists. Nope, Terranova circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Newton gets a takedown into half guard.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton stops Terranova from getting back to his feet.
Terranova won't allow Newton to pass to mount.
Newton uses his free foot to push down on Terranova's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Terranova. #T1##SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Terranova is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Terranova trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Terranova defends it well. #SUB2#
Terranova has left one of his arms exposed and Newton doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Terranova screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 221
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Fitzsimmons connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fitzsimmons throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fitzsimmons looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Newton uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fitzsimmons has time to react.
Newton takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fitzsimmons slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fitzsimmons.
Newton throws a poor cross that misses
and Fitzsimmons counters with a nice low kick that buckles Newton's knee momentarily.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fitzsimmons.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Newton gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Fitzsimmons's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Fitzsimmons manages to get back to half guard.
Fitzsimmons wants to get back to full guard.
Fitzsimmons 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#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Fitzsimmons is defending well.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Fitzsimmons defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Fitzsimmons still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Fitzsimmons has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Fitzsimmons working the ground and pound.
Newton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fitzsimmons lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Newton regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fitzsimmons scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2##SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fitzsimmons can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton 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.
Newton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fitzsimmons. #SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fitzsimmons is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Fitzsimmons avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SU2#
Fitzsimmons decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Newton, up you get!
Sol Fitzsimmons is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fitzsimmons ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Newton dives in and grabs Fitzsimmons's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fitzsimmons pushes down on Newton's head and hops out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Fitzsimmons shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Fitzsimmons to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fitzsimmons.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Fitzsimmons stuns Newton with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Newton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
A cross from Fitzsimmons lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fitzsimmons. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton shoots in for a double leg but Fitzsimmons sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Newton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Fitzsimmons's waist but Fitzsimmons gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Newton off to one side.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Fitzsimmons just misses with a punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Fitzsimmons shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fitzsimmons paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#Newton is rocked!
Fitzsimmons paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Oh Newton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
No luck for Newton with that takedown attempt.
Fitzsimmons is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Newton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Fitzsimmons cracks Newton with a hook to the temple - Newton is on wobbly legs here! Fitzsimmons swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Newton falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Fitzsimmons wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sol Fitzsimmons!
During a confident post fight interview, Sol Fitzsimmons thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 329
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Notturna closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Notturna (4) vs (0) Newton#SUB#
Notturna wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
Notturna tries to advance to mount but Newton denies him.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Notturna wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
Newton tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Notturna is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Notturna tries for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Notturna is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.#T1#
Newton tries to roll over but Notturna keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Notturna passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (7) vs (0) Newton#SUB#
Notturna is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Notturna tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Notturna tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Notturna is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Newton knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Notturna off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Notturna (7) vs (4) Newton#SUB2#
Newton tightening his grip on Notturna, looking for the choke.
Newton is hanging on to Notturna's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Notturna has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Newton is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Notturna is defending well though. Newton let's go of the attempt for now.#T3##SUB2#
Notturna preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is persistently looking for the submission but Notturna is defending it well.
Notturna manages to reverse the position and now he's in Newton's guard. Nice work there by Notturna.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (9) vs (4) Newton#SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Notturna uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (12) vs (4) Newton
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Notturna advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Notturna (14) vs (4) Newton
Newton is looking to improve his position but Notturna isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Notturna working for a submission but Newton is keeping him at bay. #T4#
Newton is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Notturna working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Newton regains half guard.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Notturna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Notturna seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Newton is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Strega Notturna!
A victorious Strega Notturna 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:
CWC 328
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 26 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Newton closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Newton is trying to trip Gracie. He has hold of a leg but Gracie is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Newton persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Newton#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Newton pushes his legs off easily.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newton defends it easily.#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Gracie is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gracie manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Gracie's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton pushes down on Gracie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gracie won't allow Newton to pass to mount. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Gracie is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2#
Gracie is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Gracie defends it. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.
Gracie wants to control but Newton is keeping busy.
#T3#
Gracie moves into full guard.
Gracie 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.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Gracie controls Newton momentarily but Newton frees himself.
Newton stands and throws Gracie's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (5) Newton#SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Newton advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (0) vs (7) Newton#T4#
Gracie wants to hold on but Newton pushes him away.#SUB2#
Newton has hold of Gracie's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Gracie manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Gracie manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Newton has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gracie! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (0) vs (9) Newton#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Gracie defends it well. #SUB2#
Newton is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gracie to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gracie shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Newton working for a guillotine from mount but Gracie is in no mood to give up. #T5##SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Gracie defends it well. #SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Gracie defends it well.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Newton avoids the attempt from Gracie to control.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Gracie frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Newton working for a guillotine from mount but Gracie is in no mood to give up.
Gracie gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.#T6#
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Newton defends easily.
#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Newton won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Newton passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #T7##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (12) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Gracie is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Gracie is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Gracie and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Gracie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T8##SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#T9##SUB2#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Newton tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #T10##SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Gracie can't keep his opponent in guard - Newton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gracie is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#T11##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Gracie defends it.
Gracie trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T12##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T13#
Gracie keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton advances to half guard.
Gracie wants to control but Newton is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well.
Gracie is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now.
Newton passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T14##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Newton looks winded!#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
Gracie is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Newton is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Newton prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Newton uses his free foot to push down on Gracie's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gracie. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (15) Newton
And that's the end of the fight!
Newton wins on points by 15 to 0. |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 5
Date: Oct 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 18 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Newton drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Newton
Newton is looking to pass into half guard but Turturro pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Turturro is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Newton#SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turturro defends it easily.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Turturro advances to half guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (4) Newton
Newton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Turturro is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Turturro is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Newton off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (6) vs (7) Newton#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke from the back.
Newton turns into Turturro and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (9) Newton
Turturro keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Turturro's guard.
Turturro trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Turturro's guard.
Newton passes Turturro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (6) vs (12) Newton
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Turturro defends it well. #T3#
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro tries to hold on but Newton postures up.#SUB2#
Newton working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Turturro has worked his arm free - good work by Turturro!
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Turturro rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Turturro! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (8) vs (12) Newton
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Turturro trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Turturro forces his way into half guard.
Newton is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Newton looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Turturro pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (11) vs (12) Newton
Newton 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.
Newton tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Newton looking for a kimura from the bottom but Turturro passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (14) vs (12) Newton#SUB#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T6#
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Newton is trying to work for a sweep but Turturro has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (16) vs (12) Newton
Turturro tries to control but Newton wriggling away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Turturro working for a submission but Newton is keeping him at bay.
Newton regains half guard.#SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Turturro is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.#SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
#T8##SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Turturro uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (19) vs (12) Newton
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Turturro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Turturro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T10#
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Turturro passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (12) Newton
Newton looks winded!
Newton is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Turturro is pressing down on Newton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Newton is holding on for now. #SUB#
Turturro 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.
#T11#
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (22) vs (14) Newton
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turturro's guard. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
Newton passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (17) Newton
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro wants to hold on but Newton pushes him away.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Turturro is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T13##SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T14##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Turturro is defending well.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (20) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Turturro is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can.
Newton avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#SUB2#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Turturro is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Turturro and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 22 to 20.
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 325 - Pavlov vs Walters
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 14 losses; Bo Nickal! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Franklyn Lucas and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Nickal manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Newton on his heels. He'll look to pass Newton's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nickal (2) vs (0) Newton
Nickal tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nickal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nickal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nickal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Nickal escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (5) vs (0) Newton
Newton is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Nickal gets to mount! Newton was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Nickal (7) vs (0) Newton#T1#
Newton is desperately trying to improve his position but Nickal has a good base and remains in mount.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nickal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nickal 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.
Newton working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nickal controlling his opponent.
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Newton regains half guard.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Nickal looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Nickal defends it easily.
Newton 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.
Nickal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nickal defends well.
Newton wants to hit a sweep here but Nickal passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Newton there! Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (10) vs (0) Newton#T3#
Nickal prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
Nickal controlling the pace for now.
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Newton is squirming around, avoiding Nickal's attempts to control the action.
Newton is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton regains half guard.
Nickal wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nickal pulls his head out easily.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Nickal has control of the leg.
Nickal controlling the action here.#T5#
Nickal is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton wants to improve his position but Nickal is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nickal pulls his head out easily.
Nickal passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Newton! Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (13) vs (0) Newton
Nickal wants to control the pace but Newton is squirming around nicely. #T6#
Newton is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nickal controlling the position easily from mount.
Newton 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.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Nickal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nickal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nickal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Nickal pushes his legs off easily.
#T7##SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nickal is aware though and is defending well.
Nickal advances to half guard.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nickal uses his free foot to push down on Newton's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Newton. Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (16) vs (0) Newton
Newton manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Nickal is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Nickal has control of the leg. #T8##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Nickal wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nickal with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Newton is not content to let Nickal control the position.#T9#
Nickal is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Nickal takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nickal trying to pass the guard but Newton defending well.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nickal trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Nickal won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nickal passes into half guard.
#T10#
Nickal is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nickal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Newton wants to hit a sweep here but Nickal passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Newton there! Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (19) vs (0) Newton
Nickal takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Nickal (22) vs (0) Newton#T11#
Nickal trying to control.#SUB#
Nickal 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, Newton has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nickal controlling well, preventing Newton from escaping the position.
Newton is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nickal.
Nickal seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Newton for as long as he can get away with.
Newton tries to break free.
#T12#
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Newton looks winded!
Good control from Nickal.
Nickal'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.#SUB#
Nickal patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Nickal trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Nickal controlling the position well here. Newton rolled but Nickal kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Newton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T13#
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Nickal trying to pass the guard but Newton defending well.
Nickal trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Newton is not content to let Nickal control the position.#SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T14#
Newton trying to get back to full guard but Nickal takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (25) vs (0) Newton
Newton slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nickal prevents Newton from improving his position.
Nickal trying to control from half guard but Newton is working away.
Nickal wants to free his trapped foot but Newton is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nickal slows the pace down in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nickal takes the fight on points by 25 to 0.
An out of breath Bo Nickal 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:
CWC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 24 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Atkins and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Gracie looking to score a takedown here. Newton is defending well but Gracie drives through and ends up in Newton's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Newton
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#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie 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.#SUB2#
Gracie got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gracie has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily.
Gracie passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Newton
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Newton sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gracie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Gracie is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Gracie works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (8) vs (0) Newton
Gracie moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (10) vs (0) Newton
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gracie prevents Newton from getting the reversal.#T2#
Newton sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Newton gets full guard.#SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gracie looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
Gracie is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.#SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
Gracie passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Newton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
Gracie wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (10) vs (2) Newton
Newton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (10) vs (5) Newton#SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gracie tries to buck Newton off but Newton is having none of it.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gracie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Newton passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (10) vs (8) Newton#SUB2#
Newton has control of Gracie's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Gracie regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T6#
Gracie is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Gracie is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Gracie and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Gracie is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gracie is trying to control Newton's posture but Newton avoids it. #T7##SUB2#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (12) vs (8) Newton
Gracie trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Gracie advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (15) vs (8) Newton#SUB#
Gracie is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well. #SUB#
Gracie looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T8#
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gracie moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (17) vs (8) Newton
Newton 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: Gracie (17) vs (10) Newton
Newton wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#T9##SUB#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Newton 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.
Gracie has control of Newton's left arm, preventing Newton from doing any damage. #SUB#
Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Newton is aware though and is defending well.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T10#
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Gracie manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Gracie in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (19) vs (10) Newton
Newton wants to sweep here but Gracie controlling him for the moment.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Newton is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Gracie has his hands clasped together but Newton extends and breaks Gracie's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Newton.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 1
Date: Sep 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 15 losses; Mark Merel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Newton is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Merel's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merel (0) vs (2) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Merel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Merel is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Merel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Merel manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Merel's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Merel trying to control the position here.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Merel trying to control the position here.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Merel's guard.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Merel defends it. #T2##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Merel is defending well.
Merel is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Merel is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Merel is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Merel wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Merel wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Newton trying to advance position but Merel counters by regaining guard.
Merel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merel (2) vs (2) Newton
Newton keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Merel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Merel wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Merel defends it easily.#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Merel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Merel defends it easily.#T5##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Merel pushes his legs off easily.
Merel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Merel passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Merel (5) vs (2) Newton
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Merel keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Merel is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Newton has escaped the position, nice work there.
Merel advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Merel (7) vs (2) Newton
We've been hearing good reports from Merel'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.#T6#
Newton is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Merel has control of Newton's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Newton regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Newton tries to reverse the position but Merel maintains control.
Newton slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Merel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Merel wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position. #SUB#
Merel is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Newton is just riding it out for now. Merel eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merel tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T7#
Merel prevents Newton from improving his position.
Merel passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Newton! Score +3 for passing guard: Merel (10) vs (2) Newton
Newton regains half guard.
Merel prevents Newton from improving his position.#SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.#SUB2#
Merel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Merel trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Merel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Merel pushes his legs off easily.
Merel forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Merel is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Merel wants to free his trapped foot but Newton is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Newton moves into full guard.
Merel passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T9#
Newton gets back to full guard.
Merel is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Merel wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Newton has his feet on Merel's thighs here. He's pushed Merel 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! Merel screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 319 - Prelims
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Wilhelm Bar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Alexandre Firmino and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Newton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bar! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Bar (0) vs (4) Newton
You can see the frustration on Bar's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura but Bar is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bar, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bar can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Bar tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Bar sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (2) vs (4) Newton
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bar has picked Newton up and slammed him! Newton can't keep hold of the triangle and Bar manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (5) vs (4) Newton
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Bar is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Newton will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Newton manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bar's best efforts.
Bar perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bar is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bar 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.
Bar trying to pass the guard but Newton defending well. #T2#
Newton wants to improve his position but Bar is controlling well.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bar controlling the pace.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Newton looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bar has picked Newton up and slammed him! Newton can't keep hold of the triangle and Bar manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (8) vs (4) Newton
Newton manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bar's best efforts.
Bar controlling the pace.
Bar has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Newton wants to get back to full guard but Bar has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (11) vs (4) Newton
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bar off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bar (11) vs (8) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Bar is defending well though. Newton let's go of the attempt for now.
Bar tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Bar turns into him and now he's in Newton's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (13) vs (8) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Bar pushes his legs off easily.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Bar is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet.
Bar looking to pass the guard.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Bar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bar works his way back into a safe position though.
Bar forces his way into half guard.
Bar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Newton gets back to full guard.
#T5#
Bar 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#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bar passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (16) vs (8) Newton
Newton sneaks back into half guard.
Bar trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it.
Bar trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Newton has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Bar escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Bar! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (19) vs (8) Newton#T6#
Bar controls the position from side control.
Newton tries to buck Bar off but Bar is having none of it.
Newton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bar with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T7#
Newton tries to get to full guard but Bar has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Bar tries to pass to full mount but Newton defends it.
Newton tries to roll over but Bar keeps him under control.#SUB#
Bar seems to be looking for submissions.
Bar wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position. #T8#
Bar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Bar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Newton wants to get back to full guard but Bar has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (22) vs (8) Newton
Newton is looking to improve his position but Bar isn't that keen on the idea.
Bar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Newton is trying to reverse the position but instead Bar has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Bar (25) vs (8) Newton
Newton rolls, trying to escape but Bar keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T9#
Bar controls the position.
Newton can't escape the position.
Bar is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Bar keeps control of the position as Newton tries to break free.
Bar trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Newton doesn't escape.
Newton rolls, trying to escape but Bar keeps control of the position.
#T10#
Bar keeps control of the position easily here as Newton tries to buck him off.
#SUB#
Newton showing good submission defense here.
Newton is keeping busy.
Newton tries to escape but Bar has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Newton staying busy and making it hard for Bar to control.
Newton wants to escape the position.
#T11##SUB#
Bar is looking for the choke from the back position but Newton is controlling his hands well.
Bar is hanging on to Newton's back as he tries to escape.
Bar is trying to stick to Newton's back but Newton is turning into Bar. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bar's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Newton. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (25) vs (10) Newton#SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bar looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bar looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bar! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bar (29) vs (10) Newton
Newton is not content to let Bar control the position.
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Bar keeps moving and retains side control.
Newton gets back to half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T12#
Bar wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position.
Bar prevents Newton from improving his position.
Newton trying to get back to full guard but Bar takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (32) vs (10) Newton
Newton can't escape the position.
Bar content just to control the position here. #T13#
Newton is trying desperately to improve position.
Newton is squirming around, avoiding Bar's attempts to control the action.
Bar moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Bar (35) vs (10) Newton
You can see the frustration on Newton's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Bar biding his time, looking for the opening.
Newton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T14#
Bar wants to take a breather but Newton is having none of it. #SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bar is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton tries to roll over but Bar keeps him under control.
Bar passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (38) vs (10) Newton
Bar is trying to take his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton is working to get back to half guard.
Newton 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: Bar (38) vs (12) Newton
And that's the end of the fight!
Bar takes the fight on points by 38 to 12. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Huhera vs Tidd
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Valentin Saric!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Dean Styles and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Newton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (2) vs (0) Saric
Saric is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Saric trying to control the position.
Newton passes Saric's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Saric looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Saric defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Saric has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Saric is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saric makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Saric.
Newton might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Saric had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newton defends it easily.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Saric is keeping the position.
Saric wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Saric's guard.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (5) vs (0) Saric#SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Saric is now in Newton's guard. A big mistake from Newton there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (5) vs (2) Saric
Newton keeping full guard, as Saric tries to pass. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Newton is looking for a triangle but Saric pushes his legs off easily.
Saric stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Saric is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Saric from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saric trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Saric wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
My spies in Monsters Inc inform me that Saric has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Newton 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: Newton (7) vs (2) Saric
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura here but Saric manages to reverse the position and he's now in Newton's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (7) vs (4) Saric#T3#
Saric slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (7) vs (7) Saric#SUB2#
Saric thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Newton is trying to work for a sweep but Saric has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Newton (7) vs (9) Saric
Newton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Saric looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Newton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Newton tries to improve his position but instead Saric has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Newton (7) vs (12) Saric#SUB2#
Newton 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 Saric gets his way!
#SUB2#
Saric is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Newton has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T4##SUB2#
Newton 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 Saric gets his way!
Saric trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Saric is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Saric working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Newton is doing well to defend. Saric seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Newton is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Valentin Saric!
After the fight, Valentin Saric was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
WVT 20: Puto v Newton
Date: Jul 27, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Newton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Puto's guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puto swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Puto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton preventing the sweep.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puto swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Puto is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Puto manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Puto's guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puto swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton pushing down on Puto'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.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Puto wants to control but Newton is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Puto has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Puto won't allow Newton to pass to mount.
Puto trying to control but Newton postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Puto is defending the position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Puto defends it well.
We've been hearing good reports from Puto'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#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Puto is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Puto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Puto's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Newton grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. #SUB#
Newton is trying to roll into a better position but Puto has get a rear naked choke and Newton is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cajun Puto!
Post fight, Cajun Puto stared into the camera and said 'Thanks to the fans for turning up tonight. Get that piece of sh*t out of my cage. If any other fool wants to step into the swampman's den, then go ahead. There is no one on this planet that can beat me. No one!'. |
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Event:
WVT 16: Newton v Motts
Date: Jul 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Motts lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Newton at a distance.
Decent striking displayed by Newton there.
Newton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Motts is fending him off so far but Newton persists. Nope, Motts circles away and we're back to standing.
Newton goes for a double leg but Motts avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Motts continues to drive forward.
Newton tries for a takedown but Motts manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Motts scores with a shoulder strike.
Motts doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Motts lands a hook to the side of the head.
Motts throws a head punch that misses.
Newton is trying to drag Motts to the mat but Motts just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Newton can't get the takedown.
Newton wants a takedown.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Motts misses with a hook to the ribs.
Motts presses Newton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Motts prevents the takedown attempt.
A hook to the body from Motts.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Motts lands on the inside with 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!
Motts makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Motts lands a shoulder strike.
Motts is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Motts throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Newtons head.
Newton 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.#T1#
Motts misses with a punch to the body.
Motts lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Motts.
Motts lands a right hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Newton tries for a takedown but Motts manages to get underhooks.
Motts lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Motts lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Motts throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Motts lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Motts gets through Newton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Newton blocks a body shot from Motts.
A shot in the inside from Motts. #ROC2#Newton is rocked!
A left hand lands to the body for Motts.
Oh Newton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Motts throws a big uppercut that drops Newton! More strikes from Motts and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Newton lies dazed against the cage as Motts celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gregory Motts!
Gregory Motts decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 11: Newton v Lemieux
Date: Jun 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Lemieux swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Lemieux manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Newton shoots for a double leg takedown but Lemieux sprawls well. He's pushed Newton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lemieux keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lemieux tries to clinch up.#TD#
Newton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Lemieux!#SUB#
Newton has hold of Lemieux's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Lemieux tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Newton cranks the arm and Lemieux screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Lemieux, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
WVT 6: Honda v Newton
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
#R1#
A leg kick checked by Newton.
Newton feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Newton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Honda is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Honda sees it coming and defends easily.
Honda is in trouble now - Newton has advanced to mount!
Newton prevents Honda from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Newton wants to finish this one by submission but Honda is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Honda to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Honda shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Newton is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Honda has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Honda tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.#T1##SUB2#
Newton has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Honda is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton!
The defeated Edmond Honda had this to say: 'You must defeat Sheng Long to stand a chance!'. |
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Event:
WVT 1: Kozlow v Newton
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Newton blocks a head kick by Kozlow.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlow, looking for a takedown. Newton pushes Kozlow against the cage but Kozlow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kozlow.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kozlow misses with a hook.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kozlow explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kozlow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlow misses the target.
Krzysztof Kozlow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Newton.
Kozlow displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Newton.
Kozlow looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Newton moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1##TD2#
Newton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kozlow is trying to defend but Newton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Newton works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kozlow!
Kozlow really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kozlow is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kozlow tries to lock up and control but Newton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kozlow is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Newton is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kozlow 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.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Kozlow defends it. #SUB#
Kozlow is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Kozlow looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Kozlow actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kozlow is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Newton tries to pass to full mount but Kozlow defends it.
Kozlow wants 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!#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Kozlow is defending well.
Kozlow tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #T3##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Kozlow is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Newton passes to full mount!
Kozlow is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kozlow tries to hold on but Newton postures up.#SUB2#
Newton has control of Kozlow's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kozlow regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kozlow tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T4#
Kozlow tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.#SUB2#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kozlow manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Newton advances to mount.
Kozlow tries to hold on but Newton pushes him away.
Kozlow is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kozlow slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kozlow slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kozlow swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Newton moves out of range as Kozlow strikes.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton shoots in but Kozlow avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A little feinted left hand from Kozlow on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kozlow as he jumps to the side.
Krzysztof Kozlow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kozlow swivels and escapes.
Newton closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlow, looking for a takedown. Newton pushes Kozlow against the cage but Kozlow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Newton with that takedown attempt.
Newton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kozlow pinned against the cage. Kozlow gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Newton fails with the takedown.
Kozlow was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Newton tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kozlow swivels and escapes.
Kozlow was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kozlow lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Newton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kozlow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Newton somewhat.
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kozlow tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kozlow to the ground. Kozlow escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Kozlow wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Kozlow sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kozlow lunges at Newton with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Newton's hand.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kozlow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2#
Newton slips a jab and a cross from Kozlow.
Kozlow keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#KD#
Kozlow drops Newton with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Newton looks back up at him and smiles so Kozlow waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kozlow tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kozlow to the ground. Kozlow escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kozlow swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kozlow looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kozlow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton avoids the head kick by Kozlow.
Newton looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kozlow takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Newton with the counter takedown but Kozlow avoids it easily.#T3#
Newton tries for a takedown but Kozlow circles away easily
and Kozlow counters with a straight right hand.
Newton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Kozlow wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kozlow stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kozlow wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Newton looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Kozlow is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kozlow is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Kozlow is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kozlow manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Kozlow's guard.
Newton advances to half guard. #T4#
Kozlow is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!#SUB#
Kozlow is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Kozlow has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Kozlow is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Newton has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Kozlow working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Kozlow has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Newton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Newton won't enjoy being in this position. Kozlow looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Newton is tapping - it's over boys! Kozlow picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Krzysztof Kozlow!
Krzysztof Kozlow is the new super heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
RISE 59: Motts v Newton
Date: May 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Motts lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Motts lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Motts cracks Newton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Motts throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Newton was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura but Motts is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
Motts manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Motts defends the submission attempt.
Motts won't allow Newton to pass to mount.
Motts tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
Motts's coaches at Rabid Dog 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.#SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Motts defends the submission attempt.
Motts is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Motts trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Motts is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Newton seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Motts is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
RISE 50: Irrawaddy v Newton
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Newton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Irrawaddy sprawls well initially but Newton persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Irrawaddy is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Irrawaddy avoid being mounted?
Irrawaddy wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Irrawaddy defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton 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.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Irrawaddy manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Irrawaddy is looking to reverse the position.
Newton avoids the strikes from the bottom by Irrawaddy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton tries to advance to mount but can't.
Irrawaddy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Irrawaddy, who protects the arm well.
Irrawaddy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Newton is not content to let Irrawaddy control the position.
Newton is pressing down on Irrawaddy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Newton has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Irrawaddy doesn't defend quickly enough and Newton has managed to lock this one up! Can Irrawaddy escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Newton on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
RISE 42: Newton v Kozlow
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Newton shoots in but Kozlow avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Newton looks for a takedown but Kozlow sprawls well.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kozlow clobbers Newton with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kozlow scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Newton doesn't seem bothered though.
Newton on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kozlow slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kozlow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlow moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kozlow at a distance.
Kozlow connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Newton's hands.
Newton is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Newton takes a swing at Kozlow's ribcage but misses.
Newton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kozlow but Kozlow pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Newton takes a swing at Kozlow's ribcage but misses.
Kozlow misses the jab.
Kozlow takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kozlow slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Kozlow looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Kozlow counters with a nice right hand that sends Newton toppling to the canvas! Newton scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Kozlow finish him?!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Kozlow misses its intended target.
Newton bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Newton swings for the body but Kozlow moves out of range.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kozlow tries a head kick but it misses.
Newton slips a straight right by Kozlow.
Newton 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.
Newton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kozlow looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.#TD#
Newton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kozlow is looking to escape.#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kozlow has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kozlow looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Kozlow is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Kozlow is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Kozlow pushes Newton off looking to stand but Newton dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kozlow sees it coming and defends easily.
Kozlow looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kozlow defends it well.
Newton prevents Kozlow from standing back up.
#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kozlow is trying to stand back up but Newton is controlling him
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
Kozlow wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Newton blocks a head kick by Kozlow.
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kozlow lands a really nice looking cross but Newton seems unphased.
#TD#
Newton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kozlow to the mat! Kozlow manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Kozlow is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kozlow manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Kozlow's guard.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Kozlow is retaining full guard.
Newton forces his way into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Kozlow dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Newton shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kozlow manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Newton advances position into side control!
Kozlow is trying to buck Newton off.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Kozlow is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kozlow is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kozlow pushes Newton away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Newton gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton moves into full mount!
Kozlow's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T1##SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kozlow squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#SUB#
Newton looking for a guillotine from mount but Kozlow is having none of it. #SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Kozlow frees his head quite easily.
Kozlow tries to buck Newton off but he can't manage it. #SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Kozlow can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#T2#
Kozlow is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#SUB#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Kozlow defends it well. #SUB#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Kozlow is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Newton wants to finish this one by submission but Kozlow is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Newton. #SUB#
Newton has hold of Kozlow's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kozlow manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Kozlow wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#SUB#
Newton is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kozlow has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Kozlow is keeping him at bay.
Kozlow is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#SUB#
Newton is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kozlow has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kozlow squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#T4##SUB#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kozlow trying desperately to get to his feet.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kozlow can do to turn this around?
Kozlow is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Newton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Newton is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Kozlow can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Kozlow is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Newton has hold of Kozlow's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kozlow manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Kozlow is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Newton shoots in and gets a takedown into Kozlow's guard.
Kozlow is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Newton pushing down on Kozlow's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kozlow wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kozlow sees it coming and defends easily.
Kozlow tries to kick Newton off but Newton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Newton passes to full mount!
Kozlow is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Kozlow is keeping him at bay.
Kozlow is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Newton has control of Kozlow's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kozlow regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kozlow is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#T1##SUB#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kozlow manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kozlow stops Newton from passing to mount.
Kozlow is trying to buck Newton off.#SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kozlow is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kozlow is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T2#
Newton tries to move to mount but Kozlow blocks the move with his legs.
Kozlow is trying to buck Newton off.#SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kozlow has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kozlow is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kozlow knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kozlow knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##ES2#
Kozlow sneaks out the side door and pushes Newton away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Newton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kozlow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Newton somewhat.
Krzysztof Kozlow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kozlow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Newton somewhat.#TD#
Kozlow gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kozlow has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Newton is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T4#
Kozlow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kozlow lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Newton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kozlow gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kozlow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kozlow pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kozlow missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kozlow counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kozlow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice uppercut there from Kozlow.
Newton is looking to wear down Kozlow with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kozlow takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Newton closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlow, looking for a takedown. Newton pushes Kozlow against the cage but Kozlow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kozlow cracks Newton with a right hand to the side of the head.
A punch lands to the side of Newton 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC2#Newton is rocked!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Krzysztof Kozlow.
I think Kozlow 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
CWC 296 - Jackson vs Priest
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 11 losses; Mark Merel!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Newton clinches up with Merel and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Newton jumps guard.
Merel sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Newton's guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Merel has control of the leg.
My spies in Glory 4 Boxing inform me that Merel has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Merel trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it.
Newton wants to improve his position but Merel is controlling well.
Merel wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (3) Merel
Merel prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton gets back to half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Newton won't allow Merel to pass to mount. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Merel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Merel trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it. #SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Merel passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (6) Merel
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Merel wants to control the pace but Newton is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Merel looking to secure an arm triangle but Newton defends it well.
Newton manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T2#
Merel is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Newton tries to roll over but Merel keeps him under control.
Newton is staying active underneath Merel, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Newton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Newton won't allow Merel to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Merel is working for a kimura but Newton is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton wants to improve his position but Merel is controlling well.
Merel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Newton is refusing to be controlled, as Merel sits in half guard. #SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Merel has control of the leg.
Merel seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Newton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Merel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Newton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Merel.
Merel tries to pass to full mount but Newton defends it. #T4#
Newton is looking for a sweep. Merel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Merel defends well.
Merel pushing down on Newton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Merel is looking to advance position but Newton won't allow it.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Newton is not content to let Merel control the position.
Newton gets full guard.
Merel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Merel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Merel trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Merel defends it easily.
Merel wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Merel pushes his legs off easily.
Merel wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Merel defends well.
Merel passes into half guard. #T6#
Newton wants to sweep but Merel has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (9) Merel
Newton tries to buck Merel off but Merel is having none of it.#SUB2#
Merel is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well.
Newton manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (2) vs (9) Merel#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merel is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Newton is looking to advance position but Merel won't allow it. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Merel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T7#
Newton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Merel knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Merel trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merel is looking to improve his position.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Merel defending well. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Merel is defending it quite comfortably.
#T8#
Merel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merel is keeping the position for now.
Merel controls Newton momentarily but Newton frees himself.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Merel is keeping the position.
Merel 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: Newton (2) vs (11) Merel
Newton is pressing down on Merel's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T9#
Merel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Merel wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Merel works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Merel is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Merel tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Merel is pushing down on Newton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Newton is fighting to maintain full guard but Merel has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Newton wants to improve his position but Merel is controlling well.
Newton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton 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: Newton (4) vs (11) Merel#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Merel defends the submission attempt.#T10##SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merel is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Merel is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Merel avoid being mounted?#T11##SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Merel sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Merel is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Merel has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#T12##SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Merel defends it. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Merel defends it well.
Merel trying to control here.
#T13##SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Merel has managed to free his arm - good work.
Merel preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Merel doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Merel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T14##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Merel defends it well.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Merel is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Merel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merel wins on points by 11 to 4.
Our winner, Mark Merel, 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:
CWC 295 - Archer vs Cosades
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Eduardo Vieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Vieira scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vieira (4) vs (0) Newton
Newton is trying to get back to half guard.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Vieira trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Vieira keeps moving and retains side control.
Vieira 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 Newton's shoulder. That is not cool.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vieira wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Newton regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vieira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Vieira's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vieira works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Newton has an active guard here but Vieira has managed to pass into half guard.
Vieira is looking to advance position but Newton won't allow it.
Vieira wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vieira pulls his head out easily.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Vieira has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Vieira trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Vieira trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it. #SUB#
Vieira is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton looking for subs from the bottom but Vieira mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (7) vs (0) Newton#T3#
Newton looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (10) vs (0) Newton
Newton looking very determined here, making life difficult for Vieira.
#SUB#
Vieira 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, Newton has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Vieira doesn't have the hooks in and Newton manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (10) vs (2) Newton
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vieira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton preventing the sweep.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vieira is keeping the position for now.
Vieira tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Vieira seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Newton is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vieira dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (12) vs (2) Newton
Vieira is pushing down on Newton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Newton is fighting to maintain full guard but Vieira has managed to sneak the leg through.
Newton wants to improve his position but Vieira is controlling well.
Vieira works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (15) vs (2) Newton
Newton can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton 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: Vieira (15) vs (4) Newton#T5#
Vieira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (15) vs (7) Newton#SUB2#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Vieira tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vieira is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T6##SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vieira, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Vieira has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Vieira. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vieira (19) vs (7) Newton
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Vieira trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Vieira advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vieira (21) vs (7) Newton
Newton looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (24) vs (7) Newton#SUB#
Vieira is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Newton knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Newton for a finish. #T7#
Vieira trying to control.#SUB#
Vieira is persistently looking for the submission but Newton is defending it well.
Newton turns into Vieira and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (24) vs (9) Newton#SUB#
Vieira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newton defends it easily.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Vieira slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (26) vs (9) Newton
Vieira wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton 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.#T8##SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vieira is aware though and is defending well.
Vieira wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vieira defends it easily.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vieira is one step ahead there.
Vieira pushing down on Newton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Newton won't allow Vieira to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Vieira with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Vieira frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (29) vs (9) Newton
Vieira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Newton is looking to improve his position but Vieira isn't that keen on the idea.
Newton sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Vieira has control of the leg.
Vieira moves into full mount! Newton won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (32) vs (9) Newton
Newton is trying to escape the mount.
#T10#
Vieira can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Newton is looking to escape.
Newton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vieira fails to take his opponent's back.
Vieira prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
Vieira pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Newton is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Vieira has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (35) vs (9) Newton#T11##SUB#
Vieira is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Newton defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Newton is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Newton turns into Vieira and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (35) vs (11) Newton#SUB2#
Newton 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.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vieira is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Vieira has his foot on Newton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Newton works his way back into a safe position though.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Vieira is keeping the position.#T12##SUB#
Newton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vieira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Newton has managed to get both his arms back between Vieira's legs - danger averted.
Vieira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Vieira is retaining full guard.
Vieira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (37) vs (11) Newton
Vieira content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Vieira got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vieira has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (37) vs (13) Newton#SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vieira looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vieira looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vieira! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vieira (41) vs (13) Newton#T13#
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Newton is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Vieira's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Newton tries to roll over but Vieira keeps him under control.#SUB#
Vieira is looking for a kimura but Newton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vieira to get the leverage.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Vieira has control of the leg.
Vieira moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (44) vs (13) Newton
Vieira trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T14#
Vieira controlling the position.
Newton is not content to let Vieira control the position.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vieira wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vieira tries to advance to mount but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vieira has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vieira (46) vs (13) Newton
Vieira moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (49) vs (13) Newton
And that's the end of the fight!
Vieira takes the fight on points by 49 to 13.
Eduardo Vieira thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 294 - MacGowan vs Jones
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 23 losses; Ryan Hell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Newton gets a clinch. #TD2#
Hell is fighting off a takedown attempt but Newton is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Hell to the mat. Hell regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hell (0) vs (2) Newton
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hell is keeping the position for now.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hell looking for a sweep. Not yet Hell, not yet. #SUB#
Hell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
Hell keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Hell will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hell looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newton is looking to pass into half guard but Hell pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hell is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (2) Newton#T1##SUB2#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Hell from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Hell defends easily.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Newton looking for subs off his back but Hell has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hell has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (5) vs (2) Newton#SUB#
Hell looking to secure an arm triangle but Newton defends it well. #T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Newton is looking to get to half guard.
Newton is squirming around, avoiding Hell's attempts to control the action.
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hell wants to take his opponent's back but Newton doesn't allow it.
Hell controlling his opponent.
Newton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hell looking to control but Newton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hell is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Newton is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hell tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Newton gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Hell seems to be working for a kimura but Newton defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hell prevents Newton from improving his position.
Hell takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hell is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Hell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hell manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (5) vs (4) Newton#T4##SUB#
Hell is looking for a triangle but Newton pushes his legs off easily.
Hell pulls Newton in close to prevent any damage.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hell is keeping the position for now.
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hell's guard.
Newton prevents Hell from improving his position.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hell is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
Hell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T5#
Hell has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hell's guard.
Hell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily.
Hell gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hell dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (7) vs (4) Newton#SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Hell defends it easily.
Hell trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6##SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hell uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (10) vs (4) Newton
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Hell keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Hell trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton tries to roll over but Hell keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T7#
Newton wants to improve his position but Hell is controlling well.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hell is pushing down on Newton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Newton is fighting to maintain full guard but Hell has managed to sneak the leg through.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hell stacks Newton 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 Hell! Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (13) vs (4) Newton
Newton is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hell is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hell (15) vs (4) Newton#T8##SUB#
Hell working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Hell prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
Hell content just to control the position here.
Newton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Hell trying to control but Newton is having none of it.
Newton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Hell trying to control but Newton is having none of it.
Newton tries to reverse the position but Hell maintains control.
Newton 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: Hell (15) vs (6) Newton
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hell is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Hell is looking for a triangle but Newton pushes his legs off easily.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Hell is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hell is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hell has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (17) vs (6) Newton#T10#
Newton wants to improve his position but instead Hell has moved into half guard.
Hell keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hell pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hell passes into half guard.
Newton tries to roll over but Hell keeps him under control.
Hell with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11##SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hell pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton looks winded!#SUB#
Hell is looking for a kimura but Newton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hell to get the leverage.
Hell wants to take a breather but Newton is having none of it.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Hell has control of the leg.
Hell wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy. #T12#
Newton won't allow Hell to pass to mount.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.
Hell forces his way into half guard.
Hell frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (20) vs (6) Newton
Hell trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Newton working to try and regain half guard.
Hell fails to advance to Newton's back.
Newton regains half guard.#T13#
Hell performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hell moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (23) vs (6) Newton
Newton is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hell's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Newton gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Newton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hell 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 Newton. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (26) vs (6) Newton
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face as Hell controls the position. #T14#
Hell has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hell off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hell (26) vs (10) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hell has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Hell defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (28) vs (10) Newton
Hell 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (31) vs (10) Newton
And that's the end of the fight!
Hell takes the fight on points by 31 to 10.
Ryan Hell spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
CWC 293 - Camara vs Lo
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Donald Trump!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Trump throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Newton tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Trump is in Newton's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (0) vs (2) Trump#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Trump sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Trump passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Trump is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton wants to improve his position but Trump is controlling well.
Trump trying to control from half guard but Newton is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Trump is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trump pulls his head out easily.
Trump takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB2#
Trump is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newton wants to get back to full guard but Trump has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (5) Trump
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
Trump moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Trump wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Newton manages to work his way to half guard, despite Trump's best efforts.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Newton gets full guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Trump pushes his legs off easily.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Nap or Tap inform me that Trump has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Trump is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trump tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Trump uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (8) Trump
Newton is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Trump looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Trump off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (4) vs (8) Trump
Trump is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T3##SUB#
Trump defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Newton is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Trump has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Trump trying to control the hands but Newton won't let him.
Trump tries to escape but Newton has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Trump defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Trump trying to control the hands but Newton won't let him. #SUB#
Newton is persistently looking for the submission but Trump is defending it well.
#SUB#
Newton patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4##SUB#
Trump showing good submission defense here.
I really don't envy Trump right now.
Newton is trying to stick to Trump's back but Trump is turning into Newton. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Newton's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Trump. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (4) vs (10) Trump
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trump looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Trump escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (4) vs (13) Trump
Trump trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T5#
Newton tries to improve position but can't.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton is not content to let Trump control the position.
Newton regains half guard.
Newton is staying active underneath Trump, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Trump is controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Trump 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.#T6#
Newton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Trump is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Newton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Trump.
Well, if Trump 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.
Newton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Trump trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton 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.
Trump sitting in guard here, content to control. #T7##SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Trump stacks Newton 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 Trump! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (4) vs (16) Trump
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Trump is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.#SUB2#
Trump thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T8##SUB2#
Trump is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Trump wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
Trump tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Trump wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton prevents Trump from moving into mount.
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Trump off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (8) vs (16) Trump#SUB#
Newton looking for the choke but no joy.
Trump tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T9##SUB#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Trump has worked his arm free - good work by Trump!
#SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Trump rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Trump! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (8) vs (18) Trump#SUB#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Newton keeping full guard, as Trump tries to pass.
Trump wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton looking for subs off his back but Trump has passed one foot through into half guard.
Trump moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (8) vs (21) Trump#T10#
Trump trying to control the position but Newton is working away.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Newton trying to remain calm as Trump controls from the top position.
Trump is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Trump is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Newton tries to buck Trump off but Trump is having none of it.#T11#
Trump advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Newton (8) vs (23) Trump
Trump wants to take Newton's back here but Newton is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Trump mounts Newton! Really nice guard pass there!
Newton tries to reverse the position but Trump maintains control.
Trump looking to control and managing it successfully.
Newton is squirming around, avoiding Trump's attempts to control the action.
Newton wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Newton (8) vs (26) Trump#T12#
Good control from Trump.
Newton is in bad spot here.
Newton turns into Trump and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (10) vs (26) Trump
Trump is trying to keep Newton in close.
Newton is fighting to break Trump's control of his arms but Trump is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Trump is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Trump has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (10) vs (28) Trump
Newton wants to sweep here but Trump controlling him for the moment.
Trump controlling from the top position. #T13##SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Trump works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Trump is taking a breather. Newton 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.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Trump advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Trump 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.
Newton gets back to full guard.
#T14#
Trump engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Trump slips nicely into half guard.
Newton is in trouble now - Trump has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (10) vs (31) Trump
Newton is trying desperately to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Trump manages to capitalize on a mistake by Newton to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Newton (10) vs (34) Trump
Newton tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trump wins on points by 34 to 10.
After winning the bout, Donald Trump 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:
CWC 292 - Amsterdam
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 30 losses; Mike Schultz!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Patrick Alders and Wagner Zegers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Schultz tries to keep at a distance but Newton has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Schultz has picked Newton up - he's going for a ride! Schultz dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (0) vs (2) Schultz#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schultz pulls his head out easily.
Schultz has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Clark's Champion's. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Newton 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schultz defends it easily.
Newton being controlled here, momentarily. #T1##SUB#
Newton has his foot on Schultz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Schultz works his way back into a safe position though.
Schultz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schultz defends well.#SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schultz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schultz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Schultz stacks Newton 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 Schultz! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (5) Schultz#T2#
Schultz tries to advance to mount but can't.
Schultz advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Newton (0) vs (7) Schultz
Newton is desperately trying to improve his position but Schultz has a good base and remains in mount.
Schultz pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Newton is desperately trying to improve his position but Schultz has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schultz content just to control the position here. #T3#
Newton is looking to improve his position but Schultz isn't that keen on the idea.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Schultz controlling the position easily from mount.
Newton is working to get back to half guard.
Newton gets back to half guard.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Schultz is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Newton wants to improve his position but Schultz is controlling well.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Schultz escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (10) Schultz
Schultz tries to advance to mount but can't.
Newton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T5#
Newton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Schultz controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Schultz 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.#T6##SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Schultz slows the pace down in half guard.
Schultz is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schultz defends it easily.
Schultz stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.#T7##SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schultz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Schultz stays in close to Newton's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Schultz defends easily.
Schultz content to stall in guard here. #T8#
Schultz trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Schultz passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (13) Schultz
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Schultz keeps moving and retains side control.
Newton regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Schultz in particular looking to stall.
Newton wants to improve his position but Schultz is controlling well.
Schultz sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T9#
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Schultz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Schultz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schultz pulls his head out easily. #T10##SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schultz pulls his head out easily.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Schultz has control of the leg.
Schultz controlling the action here.
It looks like Schultz 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 battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Schultz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Schultz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T11#
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Schultz has passed into half guard!
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Schultz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T12#
Schultz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Schultz has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Schultz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Schultz.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Schultz not doing much here.
Schultz trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schultz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
More stalling from Schultz.#T14#
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schultz is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schultz 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.
Newton 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schultz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton wants to sweep here but Schultz controlling him for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schultz wins on points by 13 to 0.
Mike Schultz made sure to mention his sponsor, UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Tokyo
Date: Jan 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 30 losses; Vito Mazzini!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Hirohito Nitta and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Mazzini closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Newton did well to prevent Mazzini getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (0) vs (2) Mazzini
Mazzini prevents Newton from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mazzini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Newton is looking to get back to full guard here but Mazzini has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (5) Mazzini
Mazzini tries to advance to mount but can't.
Mazzini taking a breather here.
Newton is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton sneaks back into half guard.
Newton 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.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Mazzini wants to free his trapped foot but Newton is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1#
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Mazzini looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Mazzini controlling the action here. #SUB#
Newton with the active half guard here but Mazzini passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (8) Mazzini#T2#
Newton tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Mazzini wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mazzini wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mazzini wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton tries to improve position but can't.
Newton is trying to escape the position but Mazzini is controlling the position.
Mazzini trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Newton won't allow Mazzini to pass to mount. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton gets full guard.
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Mazzini drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mazzini jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mazzini can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mazzini passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Mazzini wants to work for an arm triangle but Newton is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mazzini pulls his head out easily.
Mazzini is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mazzini uses his free foot to push down on Newton's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Newton. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (11) Mazzini
Newton is wriggling around trying to escape.
Newton manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mazzini pulls his head out easily.
Mazzini wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position. #T5#
Newton gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mazzini defends well.#SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mazzini wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Mazzini stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mazzini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB#
Mazzini avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mazzini defends well.
Mazzini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Mazzini trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Mazzini advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (14) Mazzini
Newton regains half guard.#T7#
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mazzini's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mazzini's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (4) vs (14) Mazzini#SUB#
Newton is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Newton is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Mazzini defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Newton working for a choke but Mazzini is defending well.
Mazzini rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Mazzini is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Mazzini trying to control here.
Mazzini is in trouble now - Newton has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (7) vs (14) Mazzini#SUB#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Mazzini frees his head quite easily.
#T8#
Mazzini is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Mazzini is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Mazzini and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Mazzini manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Mazzini is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily.
Newton is thwarting Mazzini's attempts to control the position.
Mazzini tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #T9##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Mazzini is trying to get back to full guard.
Mazzini keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Newton seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Mazzini is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 290 - Tokyo
Date: Jan 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 12 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Gracie takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Gracie pulls guard. #SUB2#
Newton 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.
Gracie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gracie dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Newton
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Gracie advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Newton
Newton is not content to let Gracie control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
Newton tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position. #T1#
Gracie trying to control the position but Newton is working away.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Newton regains half guard.
Newton moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
Gracie advances to half guard. #T2##SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Newton won't allow it. #SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Gracie prevents Newton from improving his position.#T3#
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Newton has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Newton wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
Gracie trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gracie trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Gracie avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Newton is tightening it up a little... Gracie has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Gracie reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Gracie taps out! Nice BJJ there by Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 289 Tokyo
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Arthur Menezes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yuuki Gou.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Menezes gets tackled into the cage by Newton. Newton maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Newton pulls Menezes into guard.
#SUB#
Menezes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Menezes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Menezes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Menezes has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Menezes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Menezes not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Newton keeping full guard, as Menezes tries to pass. #SUB#
Menezes 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.
Menezes sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Newton's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Menezes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Newton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Menezes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Menezes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Newton has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Menezes is aware though and is defending well.
Menezes wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Menezes looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Menezes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Menezes wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Menezes pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Menezes from controlling successfully.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Menezes trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Menezes is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Newton is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Menezes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Menezes is working hard here to advance position.
Menezes slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Menezes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Newton has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Menezes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Newton sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Menezes is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Menezes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Menezes is looking for a kimura but Newton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Menezes to get the leverage.
Newton gets back to full guard.
Newton 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.#T4#
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Menezes's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (0) vs (2) Newton
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Menezes slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (2) vs (2) Newton
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Menezes is one step ahead there.
Menezes wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Menezes is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Newton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Menezes 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 Newton. Score +3 for passing guard: Menezes (5) vs (2) Newton
Menezes is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5##SUB#
Menezes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Menezes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Menezes happy to just control the position for now.
Menezes trying to control the position but Newton is working away.
Newton is trying to get back to half guard.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Newton manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (5) vs (4) Newton#SUB2#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Menezes actively working from the bottom here.#T6##SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Menezes is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've been hearing good reports from Menezes'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.
Menezes wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Menezes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Menezes is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#T7##SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back.
Menezes works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Menezes slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (7) vs (4) Newton#SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Menezes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Menezes works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Menezes defends well.
Menezes is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Menezes drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Menezes off! Menezes jumps back into Newton's guard. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Menezes pushes his legs off easily.
#T8#
Menezes wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Menezes passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Menezes (10) vs (4) Newton
Menezes is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Newton will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Newton manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (10) vs (6) Newton#SUB#
Menezes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T9##SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Menezes is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Menezes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage. #SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Menezes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Menezes defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Menezes sees it coming and defends easily.#T10##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Menezes won't allow Newton to pass to mount. #SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Menezes is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Menezes actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Menezes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Menezes is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #T11##SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Menezes sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Newton 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#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Menezes works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12#
Menezes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Menezes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Newton 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. Newton seems to have locked his on tight now - Menezes screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Newton, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 288 - Helsinki
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Mark Merel!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Tarja Halkonen and Marco Blurström.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Newton instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Merel gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Newton regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (0) vs (2) Merel#SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Merel pushes his legs off easily.
Merel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Merel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Merel's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (2) vs (2) Merel
Merel working a defensive guard here.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
Merel wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Newton slips nicely into half guard.#T1##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Merel is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Merel avoid being mounted?
Merel moves into full guard.
Newton passes Merel's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Merel is controlling Newton's trapped leg to prevent Newton from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Merel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Merel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Merel is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2##SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merel is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Merel is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Merel is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Merel is retaining full guard.
Merel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Merel is pulling down on Newton's head. It's preventing any offense from Newton, at least for the moment.#T3#
Newton pushes down on Merel's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merel is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Merel is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Merel still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Merel has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (2) vs (6) Merel#T4#
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Merel tries for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Merel is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Merel wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Merel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Newton sneaks back into half guard.
Merel is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
My spies in Sprawl & Brawl inform me that Merel has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merel is pressing down on Newton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Newton is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Merel is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Merel seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Merel pulls his head out easily.
Merel trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Merel tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T6#
Newton moves into full guard.
Merel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Merel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Merel wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton keeping full guard, as Merel tries to pass. #SUB#
Merel got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Merel has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Merel wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Merel is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T7#
Merel advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (2) vs (9) Merel
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Merel wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Merel passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Newton! Score +2 for reaching mount: Newton (2) vs (11) Merel#SUB2#
Merel looking for a guillotine from mount but Newton is having none of it.
Merel controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Merel looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Merel tries to control but Newton wriggling away.
Newton 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.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Merel pulls his head out easily.
Merel trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T8#
Newton tries to get to full guard but Merel has control of the leg.
Merel frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (2) vs (14) Merel
Merel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Newton is looking to escape.
Merel controlling from the full mount.
Merel wants to control the pace but Newton is squirming around nicely.
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Merel is working for a guillotine from mount but Newton frees his head quite easily.
#T9#
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Newton is squirming around, avoiding Merel's attempts to control the action.
Newton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton regains half guard.
Merel wants to pass the guard but Newton is defending well.
Newton tries to roll over but Merel keeps him under control.#T10#
Merel trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Merel has control of the leg. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Merel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Newton sees it coming and defends easily.
Merel prevents Newton from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Newton is pressing down on Merel's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Merel is pushing down on Newton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Newton is fighting to maintain full guard but Merel has managed to sneak the leg through.#T11#
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Newton keeping full guard, as Merel tries to pass. #SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Merel frees his head nicely. Oh but Newton has switched to an armbar! Merel is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 287 - Tokyo
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Helio Silva!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Shigeki Sano and Hirohito Nitta.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Silva moves into the clinch successfully.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Silva gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Newton works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (2) vs (0) Silva
Newton is looking to advance position but Silva has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (2) vs (4) Silva
Newton tries to improve his position but instead Silva has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Newton (2) vs (7) Silva
Silva has the hooks in. Newton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Newton is keeping busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
Newton is really stuck here.
Silva is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva controlling well, preventing Newton from escaping the position.
#T1#
Silva just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Newton can't escape the position.
Will Silva go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Silva keeps control of the position as Newton tries to break free.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Silva tries to keep control of the position but Newton is staying busy.
Newton breaks Silva's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (4) vs (7) Silva
Newton advances to half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Silva is defending well.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Silva controlling the position well. #SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for submissions but instead, Silva has regained full guard.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Silva looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3##SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Silva is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Silva has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (4) vs (9) Silva#SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Silva can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Silva is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Silva defends it easily.
#T4#
Silva slips nicely into half guard.
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (8) vs (9) Silva#SUB#
Silva showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Newton looking for the RNC.
Silva looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Newton is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Silva has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Newton has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Silva taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Newton doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
CWC 286
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bill Newton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Valentin Saric!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Alexandre Firmino and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Saric defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Newton.
Saric feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Saric feints and as Newton raises his hands in defense, Saric changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Newton (0) vs (2) Saric
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Saric uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (0) vs (5) Saric
Newton tries to bench press Saric off him but Saric keeps the position. #SUB2#
Saric looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (2) vs (5) Saric#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (5) vs (5) Saric
Saric is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Saric sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T1#
Saric tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Saric is defending well.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Saric is defending it quite comfortably.
Saric is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Saric won't allow Newton to pass to mount. #T2#
Saric tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Saric doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Saric is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Saric avoid being mounted?
Saric is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Newton prevents Saric from improving his position.
Saric 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.#SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Saric doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Saric tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Saric still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Saric has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Newton (5) vs (9) Saric
Newton is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Saric's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Saric preventing the sweep. #T4#
Saric wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saric slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Saric trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Saric stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Saric showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Saric pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Saric manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (7) vs (9) Saric#T5##SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Saric bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Newton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Newton (7) vs (11) Saric#SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Saric preventing the sweep.
Saric wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Saric from controlling successfully.
Saric forces his way into half guard.
Newton tries to roll over but Saric keeps him under control.
Saric content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.#T6#
Saric is looking to advance position but Newton won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Saric in particular looking to stall.
Newton might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Saric is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Newton gets full guard.#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Saric defends it easily.
Saric trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saric is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Saric showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Saric advances to half guard. #T7#
Saric prevents Newton from improving his position.
Newton is not content to let Saric control the position.
Saric is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton is pressing down on Saric's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Saric trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T8#
Saric passes into half guard.
Saric is pressing down on Newton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Newton is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Saric is looking for a kimura here.
Saric wants to pass the guard but Newton is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Saric pulls his head out easily.
Saric is looking to advance position but Newton won't allow it. #SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.#T9#
Saric is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Saric pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Saric is aware though and is defending well.
Saric pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Newton has his foot on Saric's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Saric works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Saric gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Saric slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Saric pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T10##SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Saric escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Newton (7) vs (14) Saric
Newton stops Saric from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Saric tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Saric has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Saric passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Newton! Score +2 for reaching mount: Newton (7) vs (16) Saric
Saric trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Saric controlling from mount.
Newton is trying to escape the mount.
#T11#
Newton gets back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Saric in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Saric defends it easily.
Saric stays in close to Newton's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Saric defends it easily.#T12#
Saric is stalling in the full guard.
Saric looking to pass the guard.
Saric engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Newton has his foot on Saric's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Saric works his way back into a safe position though.
Saric wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.#T13#
Saric passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Saric is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Saric wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.#SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Saric defends it easily.
#SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Saric defends it easily.
Saric trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Saric forces his way into half guard.
Newton moves into full guard.
Saric looking to pass the guard.
Saric engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Saric engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Saric passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Saric wins on points by 16 to 7.
Valentin Saric 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:
GAMMA#906 Hiro v Clark
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton is looking to clinch but Ekstrovertti is avoiding it.
Ekstrovertti lands with an overhand left.
Newton keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Some wild striking there from Ekstrovertti.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Ekstrovertti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Ekstrovertti's head.
Newton's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ekstrovertti under the eye.#TD2#
Ekstrovertti shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ekstrovertti was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Ekstrovertti thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ekstrovertti gets to mount! Newton was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Ekstrovertti looking to control but Newton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Newton can't escape the position.
#T1#
Newton tries to improve his position but instead Ekstrovertti has taken his back!
Newton 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.
Newton is trying to break free.
Ekstrovertti is landing with strikes from the back.
Can Newton hold on?! Ekstrovertti is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Ekstrovertti really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Newton.#SUB2#
Ekstrovertti is persistently looking for the submission but Newton is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Ekstrovertti has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Newton turns into Ekstrovertti and is now in his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ekstrovertti trying to keep a closed guard but Newton is proving a slippery customer.
Newton stands and throws Ekstrovertti's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ekstrovertti, who protects the arm well. #T2##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ekstrovertti has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Ekstrovertti is defending well.
Newton advances nicely into full mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ekstrovertti wants to control but Newton is having none of it.#SUB#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Ekstrovertti frees his head quite easily.
Ekstrovertti can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Ekstrovertti turns into him and now he's in Newton's guard.
#T3##SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ekstrovertti has passed into half guard!
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Ekstrovertti lands with a punch from half guard.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Ekstrovertti got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ekstrovertti has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Ekstrovertti pushing down on Newton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Newton is staying active underneath Ekstrovertti, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4##SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ekstrovertti pulls his head out easily.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.
Ekstrovertti trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ekstrovertti might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Newton haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ekstrovertti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ekstrovertti throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Newton has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Ekstrovertti doesn't defend quickly enough and Newton has managed to lock this one up! Can Ekstrovertti escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Newton on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#901 Turillo v Joosep
Date: Jul 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Raffington connects with a looping right hand.
Newton slips a straight right by Raffington.
Raffington swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Raffington on the side of the head.
A jab from Raffington misses.
Newton drops down looking for a counter takedown but Raffington sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Newton forces Raffington back against the cage and clinches.
Raffington lands with a left to the head.
Raffington throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Raffington fails to land.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Raffington cracks Newton with a nice body shot.
Newton 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.
Raffington lands with a short shot to the head.
Newton lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Raffington backwards.
A hook to the body from Raffington.
Raffington looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Newton on the inside. #BC2#
Raffington's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Newton throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Raffington was covering up waiting for the punch and Newton finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Raffington has Newton pulled in close to control his posture.
Raffington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there. #T1#
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Raffington slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Raffington defends it easily.
Raffington is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Raffington pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Raffington doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Raffington manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Raffington defends it easily.
#T2##SUB#
Raffington got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Raffington has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Raffington is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Raffington defends well.#SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Raffington is aware though and is defending well.
Raffington won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Raffington defends it easily.
Raffington preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Raffington must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Raffington sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Raffington's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Raffington wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Raffington controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Raffington defends well.
Newton 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.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Raffington engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Raffington gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Raffington uses it to pass to side control.
Raffington controlling the position from side mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shane Raffington will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
Newton throws out a powerful jab.
Nice cross by Raffington.
A leg kick checked by Newton.
Newton bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Raffington's head backwards.
Raffington scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Newton looks to throw the jab but Raffington is out of range.
A nice leg kick from Raffington, right into the meat of the thigh.
Raffington dips to his left and cracks Newton with an uppercut!
An inside leg kick lands from Raffington.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton scores with the left hand. Raffington knows he should have avoided that one.
Raffington looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Newton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Newton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Raffington now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Newton takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Raffington. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Raffington keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton lands with a good body shot.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Raffington takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Newton takes a swing at Raffington's ribcage but misses.
No joy there for Raffington, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Raffington as he jumps to the side.
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Raffington counters with a nice uppercut.
Newton with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton lands with a good body shot.#T2#
A lazy left from Raffington finds it's target.
Newton scores with a jab to the body.
Raffington lands with a kick to the ribs.
Newton lands a nice shot that snaps Raffington's head back.
Raffington tests Newton's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Newton slips under a jab from Raffington.
Raffington is looking to land body kicks.
Shane Raffington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Newton scores with a jab.
A cross from Raffington lands.
Raffington with a nice calf kick.
Raffington walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Raffington misses with a low kick.
Newton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Raffington but Raffington pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Raffington takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Raffington counters with a slapping leg kick.
Raffington scores with a jab.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt
and Raffington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Raffington.
Raffington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Shane Raffington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Raffington misses with a body kick.#KD2#
Raffington cracks Newton with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Newton looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Raffington finish him?
#ROC2#Newton is rocked!
Newton is looking to wear down Raffington with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raffington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Oh Newton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Raffington counters with a huge left! Newton is in big trouble! He's backing up but Raffington isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Newton from any more damage. A dominating finish by Raffington!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shane Raffington!
Shane Raffington 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:
GAMMA#896 Papa v Newton
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton lands with a straight right. Dambullah didn't see that one coming.
Newton lands a nice hook to Dambullah's body. Dambullah takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dambullah.
Newton digs a good hook to Dambullah's body.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dambullah throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton scores with a hook to the body. Dambullah takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton scores with a shot to the body.
Dambullah takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
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!
Newton misses with a looping right.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Newton swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dambullah.
Dambullah moves away from the strike by Newton.
Dambullah was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dambullah avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
Newton scores with the left hand. Dambullah knows he should have avoided that one.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dambullah moves away.
A big right from Newton misses.
Dambullah appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Newton connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dambullah's hands.
Newton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dambullah avoids it really well and circles away.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Papa Moosh Dambullah is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Dambullah misses its target.
A shot to the liver by Dambullah. Beautiful body shot.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Newton checks a leg kick.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.#T2#
Newton lunges at Dambullah with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dambullah's hand.
Newton throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton misses the body punch
and Dambullah counters with a nice leg kick.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
Dambullah avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Dambullah missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton misses the jab.
Newton tries to move into range but Dambullah moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dambullah lands a nice shot to the body.
Dambullah keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dambullah looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Newton connects with the punch.
Newton misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Dambullah throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Newton thuds a left hand into Dambullah's body.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Newton misses with an uppercut
and Dambullah counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dambullah thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dambullah throwing a counter right hand but Newton manages to avoid it.
Papa Moosh Dambullah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Dambullah throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Both fighters circling a little - Dambullah finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Dambullah lands a jab to the head.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dambullah lands the left hand.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range. #CL2#
Newton has Dambullah up against the cage in a clinch.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Newton.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Newton tries to work over Dambullah's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dambullah lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Newton.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Dambullah.
Newton looks winded!
Dambullah lands with a short shot to the head.
Dambullah lands a right hand.
Dambullah blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dambullah working aggressively here.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dambullah tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Dambullah scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short left from Dambullah.
Dambullah lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dambullah gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dambullah tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Dambullah misses the target.
Newton lands a right hook to the body.
Newton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A shot to the body from Newton misses
and Dambullah counters with a nice body kick.
Newton takes a swing at Dambullah's ribcage but misses.
It appears Dambullah was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dambullah keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An inside leg kick from Dambullah misses.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton throws a jab when Dambullah was well out of range.
Newton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dambullah.
Dambullah was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dambullah connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Newton's hands.
Newton thuds his right hand into Dambullah's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
As Newton looks to move away, Dambullah throws a big counter combo but Newton just gets out of the way.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dambullah scores with a sloppy right hand. Newton should have avoided that one.
Dambullah tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Newton misses the target. #T1#
Dambullah scores with a jab to the head.
Newton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dambullah.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Newton throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dambullah tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Newton is in Dambullah's guard.
Newton being controlled here momentarily.
Dambullah working a defensive guard here.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dambullah is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
Dambullah looking for a sweep. Not yet Dambullah, not yet.
Dambullah controlling Newton's posture.
Newton passes Dambullah's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dambullah 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.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dambullah doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Dambullah trying to control but Newton postures up.
Dambullah won't allow Newton to pass to mount. #T3##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton 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.
Newton prevents Dambullah from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dambullah is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dambullah tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dambullah keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Dambullah has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dambullah doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Dambullah has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dambullah tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Dambullah slips the punch.
Dambullah appears to be looking for a big counter.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dambullah finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dambullah rather than just go for the knockout.
Dambullah tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Newton is able to avoid easily.
Nice shot by Newton.
Newton slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Newton cracks a nice hook into Dambullah's ribs.
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dambullah counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dambullah doesn't seem bothered though.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Newton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dambullah scores with a hook to the body. Newton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Dambullah looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A bone on bone clash there as Newton blocks the leg kick.
A lazy left from Dambullah finds it's target.
Dambullah delivers a nice body kick.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dambullah works the jab nicely.#ROC#Newton is rocked!
Newton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton is still on wobbly legs! Can Dambullah finish him?
Dambullah scores with a nice strike.
Dambullah swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Newton misses with a hook to the body
and Dambullah scores with a counter punch that sends Newton to the canvas! Dambullah smells blood - he's punishing Newton with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Newton has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Papa Moosh Dambullah!
Papa Moosh Dambullah retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Papa Moosh Dambullah 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:
GAMMA#893 Falcone v Dambullah
Date: May 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton lands a nice hook to Phoenix's body. Phoenix takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Phoenix on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Phoenix counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Phoenix throws a solid leg kick but Newton takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Phoenix.
Phoenix drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice body punch from Newton.
Nice shot by Newton.
Newton looks to land a left hand but Phoenix moved out of range nicely.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Newton looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Newton connects with a body shot.
Phoenix throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Phoenix lands a jab to the nose.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Phoenix shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Phoenix defending well as Newton loads up on a big left hand.
A low kick lands for Phoenix.
#T1#
Phoenix is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Phoenix has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Phoenix there as he acknowledges the shot.
Phoenix misses with a hook.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jab, jab by Newton - just one landing.
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Phoenix.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Phoenix as he avoids it easily.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Phoenix appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Newton lands a lovely overhand right.
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Phoenix counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Phoenix works the jab nicely.
Phoenix walks into a stiff left hand from Newton.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Phoenix swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from Newton.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton with a poor takedown
and Phoenix counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton lands a head shot.
Newton is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from Newton.
Phoenix is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Newton with a body shot.
Newton 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.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Phoenix let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Newton connects with a body shot that sends Phoenix's belly button to the back.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Phoenix was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Newton takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Phoenix walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Newton checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Newton defending well as Phoenix loads up on a big left hand.
Nice uppercut there from Phoenix.
Newton misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Phoenix was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Newton misses with a hook
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice straight punches there by Phoenix. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Phoenix.
Newton swings away with a body shot that misses
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Phoenix keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Phoenix pivots, looking for a leg kick but Newton is out of range and Phoenix settles back down.
Newton lands a right hook to the body.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Phoenix was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Phoenix! But no joy.
Phoenix fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
Blake Phoenix is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Newton closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Newton lands in his opponent's guard.
Newton preventing the sweep.
Phoenix controlling the position.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Phoenix has Newton pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Phoenix looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Phoenix is keeping the position for now.
Phoenix working a defensive guard here.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Phoenix controlling the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Phoenix 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Newton takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Newton misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Newton misses.
Phoenix ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
A jab from Newton misses.
Newton takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Phoenix takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Phoenix ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Newton connects with a body shot.
Newton throws a jab but it's blocked by Phoenix.
Phoenix throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Newton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Newton.
Phoenix looking to control.
Newton passes Phoenix's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Phoenix defending 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!#SUB#
Phoenix is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#T1##SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Phoenix doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Phoenix is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Phoenix trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Phoenix sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Phoenix trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Phoenix is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Phoenix is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Phoenix is defending well.
Phoenix is trying to stand up here but Newton is controlling him well. #T3#
Phoenix is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Phoenix is looking to improve his position.
Phoenix is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Newton misses with a shot to the body
and Phoenix counters with a stiff right hand.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
Phoenix slips under a jab.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Newton connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Phoenix connects with the punch.
Phoenix steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Phoenix throws out a counter right but Newton avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Newton throws an off balance right hand
enabling Phoenix to counter with a crisp jab.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton thuds a left hand into Phoenix's body.
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!
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bill Newton is winning the standup battle so far.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Phoenix manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Phoenix looks to throw the jab but Newton is out of range.
Phoenix keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Phoenix moved out of range.
Newton swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Newton misses with a lunging right hand
and Phoenix counters with a right hand to the body.
Phoenix defending well as Newton loads up on a big left hand.
Phoenix has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Newton finds it's way round the side to connect with Phoenix's head.
Phoenix thuds his right hand into Newton's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A shot to the body from Newton misses
letting Phoenix counter with a right hand.
Newton takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Phoenix finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Phoenix slips a jab from Newton.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Phoenix keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Phoenix fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Newton is out of range.
Phoenix pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Phoenix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Phoenix cracks Newton with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Phoenix uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Newton.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton moves into range and connects with a jab.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Phoenix looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Phoenix walks into a jab.
Nice defenses there by Phoenix.
Newton throws a right hand that misses
and Phoenix cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Newton misses with a body punch
and Phoenix counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Phoenix swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Phoenix avoids it well and moves away.
Newton lands an overhand right.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Phoenix manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Phoenix misses its intended target.
Phoenix pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab lands there for Newton.
Newton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Phoenix.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Phoenix can do to turn this around?#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Newton misses.
Newton takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
Phoenix swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Phoenix moved out of range.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Phoenix is just out of range.
Newton cracks Phoenix with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Newton misses the jab.
It seemed like Phoenix was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Phoenix looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Phoenix.
Phoenix jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton scores with a nice right hand.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Newton throws a right hand that misses
and Phoenix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Phoenix lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Newton throws a big shot that misses.
Newton lands a head shot.
Newton misses with an uppercut
and Phoenix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Newton needs to keep his hands up - Phoenix had a free shot at his head there.
Phoenix has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Newton swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Phoenix tests Newton's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Newton connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Phoenix only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Phoenix moves away.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from Newton.
Phoenix misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Phoenix swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Blake Phoenix has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Phoenix takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Phoenix throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Phoenix takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Phoenix has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Newton misses with a body shot
and Phoenix counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Phoenix tries to bum rush Newton with a series of wild strikes but Newton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Newton misses with an uppercut. Phoenix saw that one coming.
Phoenix throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.
Phoenix tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Phoenix.
Newton swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Phoenix misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Phoenix doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circle momentarily. Newton darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Newton avoids the body shot from Phoenix.
Newton lands a jab to the head.
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 Bill Newton.
Well Newton 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#890 Falcone v Mitchell
Date: Apr 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton wants to clinch.
Chen Lo is looking to counter punch.
Chen Lo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mentor Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Chen Lo misses with a body kick.
Chen Lo throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chen Lo.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chen Lo was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton takes a swing at Chen Lo's ribcage but misses.
Chen Lo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton scores with a jab to the body.
Newton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chen Lo throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton thuds a left hand into Chen Lo's body.
Chen Lo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chen Lo misses with a straight left.
Newton fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chen Lo on the side of the head.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chen Lo doesn't seem bothered though.
Timiko Chen Lo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chen Lo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Newton's knee momentarily.
Chen Lo misses with a wild combination.
A left lands for Newton.
A decent looking cross lands there for Newton.#CUT2#It looks like Timiko Chen Lo has been cut.
Chen Lo blocks a jab.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Chen Lo rather than just go for the knockout.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Newton.
Chen Lo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Newton sizes up Chen Lo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Newton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chen Lo pinned against the cage. Chen Lo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Chen Lo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chen Lo looks to throw the jab but Newton is out of range. #T2#
Newton bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chen Lo's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Chen Lo's head.
Chen Lo throws a nice looking combination but Newton bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Newton lands with an overhand left.
Newton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chen Lo works Newton's body with a nice hook.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton misses with a body punch
and Chen Lo counters with an inside leg kick.
Newton connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chen Lo's hands.
Chen Lo throws a big shot that misses.
Newton misses with a shot to the body
and Chen Lo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Newton's knee momentarily.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chen Lo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Newton dives in and grabs Chen Lo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chen Lo pushes down on Newton's head and hops out.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chen Lo moves away.
Chen Lo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chen Lo.
#T3#
Chen Lo throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot by Newton.
Newton slips under a jab from Chen Lo.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chen Lo manages to avoid it.
Chen Lo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chen Lo.
Newton is looking to clinch.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chen Lo was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Chen Lo tries to counter with a takedown but Newton is quick to defend against it.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Newton pushes Chen Lo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
Newton gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton wants to advance to full mount but Chen Lo doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Chen Lo looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Chen Lo looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Chen Lo! #REVR##T4#
Chen Lo is staying tight to Newton's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Chen Lo is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Newton is trying to improve his position.
Chen Lo slows the pace down.
Newton tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Timiko Chen Lo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Chen Lo lands with an overhand left.
Chen Lo scores with a jab.
Chen Lo throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Chen Lo pushes Newton off and gets back to his feet.
Chen Lo slips a straight right by Newton.
Newton ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Newton throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Newton jabs Chen Lo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A jab from Chen Lo does it's job there.
Newton lunges at Chen Lo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chen Lo's hand.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chen Lo scores with a hook to the body. Newton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chen Lo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Chen Lo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton tries for a takedown but Chen Lo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Newton swings for the body but Chen Lo moves out of range.
#T1#
Chen Lo throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton lands a jab to the nose.
Chen Lo looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chen Lo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chen Lo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Newton lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Newton misses.
Chen Lo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chen Lo throws out the jab.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Newton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chen Lo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chen Lo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bill Newton seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chen Lo throws a push kick but Newton slaps the foot to one side.
Newton feints the counter takedown.#T2##CL2#
Newton clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Newton tries to work over Chen Lo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chen Lo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Newton misses with a body punch.
A short left from Chen Lo.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Chen Lo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Chen Lo misses with the head strike.
Newton misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Chen Lo breaks from the clinch.
Chen Lo stuffs the takedown.
Chen Lo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chen Lo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Newton at a distance.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton misses with a body shot
enabling Chen Lo to counter with a crisp jab.
Chen Lo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Newton circles away quickly and effectively.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Chen Lo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Chen Lo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chen Lo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chen Lo at a distance.
Chen Lo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton swings for the body but Chen Lo moves out of range.
Newton jabs at Chen Lo's body.
Chen Lo avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo with a jab.
A left lands for Chen Lo.
Newton scores with a body shot.
Newton throws a hook to the side of Chen Lo's head but Chen Lo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chen Lo feinted with a counter takedown.
Chen Lo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chen Lo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Newton throws a body punch but Chen Lo moves out of range. #T4#
Newton getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
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!#CL#
Chen Lo forces Newton back against the cage and clinches.
Chen Lo presses Newton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chen Lo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Newton fails to land.
Newton misses with some punches.
Chen Lo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chen Lo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Newton fails to land.
Chen Lo working aggressively here.
Chen Lo prevents a body shot from Newton.
Chen Lo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Chen Lo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chen Lo has a couple of punches blocked by Newton.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Chen Lo avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton. #BC#
Chen Lo breaks from the clinch.
Newton throws a lazy uppercut
and Chen Lo counters with a stiff right hand.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chen Lo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Timiko Chen Lo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Timiko Chen Lo'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#
A shot to the liver by Chen Lo. Beautiful body shot.
Newton takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A big right from Chen Lo misses.
Jab by Chen Lo.
Chen Lo just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton jabs at Chen Lo's body.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Chen Lo moved out of range.
Chen Lo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chen Lo moves forwards but Newton connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Chen Lo counters with a right hand to the body.
Newton scores with a punch to the head.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chen Lo manages to avoid it.
Chen Lo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Newton looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Newton misses its intended target. #T1#
Chen Lo connects with a body shot.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chen Lo.
Newton throws a hook to the side of Chen Lo's head but Chen Lo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chen Lo is looking to counter punch.
Newton connects with a good right hand that stumbles Chen Lo. Chen Lo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Chen Lo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Newton connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Newton tries to clinch but Chen Lo moves out of range.
Chen Lo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton clobbers Chen Lo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Chen Lo throws a nice outside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Newton. Beautiful body shot.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Chen Lo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T2#
Chen Lo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut lands for Chen Lo. That snapped Newton's head back.
Newton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Newton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chen Lo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Chen Lo.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Chen Lo misses with a wild body shot.
Chen Lo slips a straight right by Newton.
Chen Lo looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chen Lo was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Chen Lo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Newton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chen Lo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
A low kick lands for Chen Lo.
A jab from Newton misses.
Chen Lo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Newton misses the body punch
and Chen Lo counters with an outside leg kick.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chen Lo swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Newton swings for the body but Chen Lo moves out of range.
Chen Lo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Newton.
Chen Lo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Chen Lo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Newton takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chen Lo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Newton's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Chen Lo tries to land a leg kick but Newton saw it coming and moves away.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Chen Lo shows good takedown defense.
Chen Lo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Newton.
Chen Lo lands a slapping body shot.
#CL#
Chen Lo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Newton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T4#
Chen Lo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Chen Lo lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Newton.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Newton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Chen Lo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Newton tries a body shot but Chen Lo blocks it.
Chen Lo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chen Lo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Newton or not.
Chen Lo blocks an uppercut.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Chen Lo controls the action.
Newton blocking some punches.
Chen Lo throws a head punch that misses.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Chen Lo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chen Lo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton lands a left hand.
Chen Lo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Newton 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Bill Newton!
The defeated Timiko Chen Lo had this to say: 'I want to thank Freebok for sponsoring me. Buy there the have cool stuff!!! FREEBOK!!!'. |
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Event:
GAMMA#886 Falcone v Newton
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton is looking to clinch.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falcone was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Falcone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.
Falcone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
Falcone was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice uppercut lands for Falcone. That snapped Newton's head back.
Newton scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton throws a poor cross that misses
and Falcone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Falcone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Falcone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Falcone has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Falcone fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
Falcone avoids the body shot from Newton.
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!
Falcone scores with a spinning back kick!
Newton checks a leg kick.
Falcone jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Newton sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Falcone misses the jab.
Falcone walks into a straight right hand from Newton.
Newton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Newton avoids the body shot from Falcone.
Newton misses with a jab to the body
and Falcone counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Falcone looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Falcone keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Falcone is just out of range.
Falcone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Falcone shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Newton looks to land a left hand but Falcone moved out of range nicely.
Newton lands with a right hand.
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!
Good exchange - Newton coming out on top.#T2#
Falcone circles away from the clinch attempt.
Falcone connects with a leg kick.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Newton swings for the body but Falcone moves out of range.
Newton misses with a left hand
and Falcone counters with a leg kick.
Newton scores with a hook to the body. Falcone takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Falcone takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Falcone slips the punch.#CL2#
Newton instigates a clinch.
Newton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Newton lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falcone.
Falcone lands a nice uppercut.
Newton lands a right hand.
Newton throws a head punch that misses.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Falcone uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Falcone lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton blocks an uppercut.
Falcone misses with a punch to the body.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Falcone lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Falcone wants to break the clinch but can't.
Falcone working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Falcone manages to break the clinch.
#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Falcone kicks Newton off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Falcone looks for the body kick but Newton saw that one coming.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch but Falcone swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falcone was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
A chopping leg kick lands by Falcone.
Falcone pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Falcone misses with a kick to the body.
Falcone takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Falcone had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Falcone slips the punch.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Falcone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton throws a sloppy body shot
and Falcone counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Falcone takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Newton with the counter takedown but Falcone avoids it easily.
Newton throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Newton tries to clinch there but Falcone circles away.
Falcone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Newton moves into the clinch.
Falcone lands a left hand.
Falcone lands a right hand.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Anthony Falcone will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Newton throws a body punch but Falcone moves out of range.
Falcone half committed to a counter leg kick.
Falcone slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Newton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Falcone dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Newton. That did some damage!
Newton slips under a jab.
Falcone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Falcone thinks about countering with a body kick.
Newton staying out of range there.
Falcone throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falcone manages to avoid it.
Falcone throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Anthony Falcone is winning the standup battle so far.
A shot to the body from Newton misses
and Falcone counters with a nice body kick.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Falcone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newton swings for the body but Falcone moves out of range.
#T1#
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Newton throws a lazy uppercut
and Falcone finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Falcone throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Falcone connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Falcone throws a low kick but Newton moves out of range easily.
Falcone smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC#Newton is rocked!
Falcone lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Newton up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Falcone from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Newton's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anthony Falcone!
Anthony Falcone retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Anthony Falcone 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:
GAMMA#882 Newton v Falcone
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Newton.
We've been informed that Falcone 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.
Nice takedown defense from Falcone. No joy for Newton on that attempt.
Newton slips under a jab.
Falcone lands with a thumping leg kick.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falcone was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton throws a lazy uppercut
and Falcone counters with an outside leg kick.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body punch from Newton.
Falcone looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Newton throws a jab but it's blocked by Falcone.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Falcone was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton lands with a straight right. Falcone didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Falcone tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Newton swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Falcone.#T1#
Falcone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton 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.
Newton tries to clinch up.
Falcone throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
Falcone avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice shot lands for Newton.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Falcone gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Newton.
Falcone avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Newton fails with an attempt to clinch.
Falcone let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Falcone jabs at Newton's body.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Falcone.
Newton throws a predictable looking body shot
and Falcone counters with a good low kick that Newton was not able to check. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Falcone takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Newton takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Falcone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Falcone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton throws a right hand that misses
and Falcone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newton scores with a nice head shot.
Newton misses with a body shot
and Falcone counters with a low kick, right behind Newton 's knee.
Anthony Falcone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Falcone paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Falcone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Falcone is looking to chop away at Newton's legs.
Newton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Falcone looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Falcone on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Falcone only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Newton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A shot to the body from Newton misses
and Falcone counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Newton drops his hands momentarily and Falcone takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Newton misses with a hook.
Falcone drops Newton with a straight right hand, right on the button! Falcone follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthony Falcone!
Anthony Falcone is the new middleweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Anthony Falcone thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#878 Horse v Zola
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Daghammar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Daghammar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Daghammar scores with a jab to the head.
Daghammar looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daghammar is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
And Daghammar tries to counter it with a takedown but Newton pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Daghammar avoids the body shot from Newton.
Daghammar with the counter takedown but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Daghammar throws a leg kick but Newton sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Daghammar misses with an uppercut.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daghammar moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Daghammar. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton thuds a left hand into Daghammar's body.
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Daghammar stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Daghammar with a jab.
Newton clobbers Daghammar with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A jab from Newton misses.
Daghammar scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Newton scores with a sloppy right hand. Daghammar should have avoided that one.
Daghammar just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton lands with a right hand.
Newton throws a hook but Daghammar blocks it.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Daghammar.
Daghammar jabs Newton to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Daghammar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Daghammar.
Newton shoots in for a double leg but Daghammar sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Newton misses with a body shot.
A combination from Daghammar does no damage.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Daghammar finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2#
A slow jab from Newton misses its intended target.
And Daghammar tries to counter it with a takedown but Newton pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newton is looking to wear down Daghammar with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd cheers as Newton lands an impressive looking overhand right. Daghammar doesn't seem phased though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A decent looking cross lands there for Newton.
Daghammar lands a nice shot to the body.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Daghammar was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Daghammar was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.#CL#
Newton fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Daghammar, pushing him back against the cage.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Daghammar fails to land.
Nice body punch from Newton. #BC2#
Daghammar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Daghammar lands an overhand right.
Daghammar 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.
Newton scores with a shot to the body.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Daghammar misses with a double jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Daghammar does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Newton looks to throw the jab but Daghammar is out of range.
And Daghammar tries to counter it with a takedown but Newton pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A left lands for Newton.
Daghammar misses the jab.
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton with a jab.
Newton takes a swing at Daghammar's ribcage but misses.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton throws a hook to the side of Daghammar's head but Daghammar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Daghammar.
Daghammar throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Daghammar.
Daghammar needs to keep his hands up - Newton had a free shot at his head there.
Newton stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daghammar looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Newton is looking to clinch.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Daghammar was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Newton moves out of range of the leg kick from Daghammar.
Daghammar slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Daghammar moved out of range.
Daghammar looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daghammar moves away.
Daghammar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Daghammar just misses with a punch to the body.
Daghammar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Daghammar's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Newton connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Daghammar scrambles back to his feet.
A big left from Newton misses.
Newton throws a looping overhand right but Daghammar ducks down to avoid it.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Daghammar was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Daghammar slips the punch.
Daghammar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Daghammar. That's going to slow Newton down.
Newton closes this distance looking for a takedown but Daghammar circles away.
Daghammar with the counter takedown but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Daghammar manages to avoid it.
Newton walks into a left hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Newton looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daghammar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Daghammar.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Daghammar doesn't seem bothered though.
Newton avoids the body shot from Daghammar.
Daghammar shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Newton forces Daghammar back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Daghammar is looking to control Newton's arms but Newton gets an underhook and turns him. Now Daghammar has his back to the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Newton.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Daghammar avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Newton working aggressively here.
Newton is working Daghammar over against the cage.
Daghammar lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Newton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Newton lands a shoulder strike.
Daghammar lands a right hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Daghammar looking to slow down the pace here.
A shot in the inside from Daghammar.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daghammar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A bit of stalling here from Daghammar.
#T2#
A nice left hand lands by Daghammar.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD#
Newton has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Daghammar regains guard immediately.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Daghammar swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Daghammar managing to control the position.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Daghammar is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newton is controlling him. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Daghammar manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Daghammar in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Daghammar has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Daghammar looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Newton with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Daghammar there.
Daghammar lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Daghammar connects with a nice short shot to Newton's temple.
Daghammar 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Daghammar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Daghammar tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Daghammar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Daghammar defends it easily.#SUB#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Daghammar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dag Daghammar 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!#R3#
Daghammar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A big left from Daghammar misses.
Newton checks a low kick from Daghammar.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Daghammar at a distance.
A lazy left from Daghammar finds it's target.
Daghammar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton connects with a single shot there.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Daghammar takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daghammar just misses with a punch to the body.
Daghammar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Newton throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Daghammar on the side of the head.
Newton blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Newton.#T1#
Newton looks to throw the jab but Daghammar is out of range.
Newton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Daghammar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Daghammar.
Newton misses the jab.
Newton avoids the body shot from Daghammar.
Newton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Newton blocks a head kick by Daghammar.
Newton misses with a hook. Daghammar ducked under it nicely.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Daghammar moved out of range.
Daghammar throws a leg kick but Newton checks it.
Newton checks the leg kick nicely there.
Daghammar defending well as Newton loads up on a big left hand.
Daghammar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton lands with a hook. Daghammar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton scores with a shot to the body.
Newton misses the body punch #TD2#
and Daghammar counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Daghammar wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton is not content to let Daghammar control the position.
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Daghammar scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Newton is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Daghammar scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dag Daghammar has got the better of the ground game so far.
Daghammar lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Daghammar pulls his head out easily.
Newton on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Daghammar decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daghammar moves away.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Daghammar at a distance.
Daghammar lands a head kick!
Daghammar tried to score with a low kick but Newton checks it.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Daghammar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Daghammar avoids the body shot from Newton.
Daghammar ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Bill Newton is winning the standup battle so far.
Daghammar misses with a few strikes there.
Daghammar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Daghammar takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Daghammar is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Newton moves into the clinch successfully.
Still in the clinch, Daghammar scores with a nice short uppercut.
Daghammar misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daghammar lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Daghammar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Daghammar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Daghammar wants to land a leg kick but Newton is out of range.
Daghammar misses with a wild body shot.
Daghammar misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Daghammar connects with a right hand. Newton shakes it off.
Newton slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Daghammar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Daghammar throws a good cross that connects.
A slow jab from Daghammar misses its intended target.
Daghammar misses with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dag Daghammar really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Newton connects with a nice looking jab.
Daghammar throws a low kick but it's checked well by Newton.
Daghammar scores with a punch to the head.
Daghammar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Daghammar blocks a jab.
Daghammar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Daghammar swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Daghammar misses with a low kick.
Daghammar throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Newton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Daghammar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Daghammar drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Newton connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Daghammar avoids the body shot from Newton.
Daghammar takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Daghammar.
Daghammar misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Daghammar misses with a looping right.
Daghammar looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Daghammar has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Daghammar avoids the body shot from Newton.
Daghammar staying out of range there.
Dag Daghammar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Daghammar slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Daghammar is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Daghammar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice body punch from Daghammar.
Daghammar misses with a looping left.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Daghammar avoids it well and moves away.
Newton throws a good cross that connects.
Newton throws a body punch but Daghammar moves out of range.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Daghammar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Newton.#T2#
Daghammar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Daghammar misses with a straight left.
Daghammar throws a combination. Newton tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton throws out a loose jab but Daghammar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Daghammar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Daghammar moves out of range of the strikes.
Daghammar with the counter takedown but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Newton lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A slow jab from Daghammar misses its intended target.
Daghammar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Daghammar.
Daghammar with the inside leg kick.
A big left from Newton misses.
Daghammar feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Newton looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T3#
Newton stops Daghammar from standing up. #SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Daghammar is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Daghammar has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Daghammar preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Daghammar escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Daghammar cracks Newton with a big elbow.
Newton tries to bench press Daghammar off him but Daghammar keeps the position.
Daghammar trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton tries to bench press Daghammar off him but Daghammar keeps the position. #T4#
Newton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Daghammar trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Daghammar might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Newton haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Daghammar throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.
Daghammar trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton 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#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton had his way with Dag Daghammar in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Daghammar misses the shot to the body.
Newton wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Newton thuds his right hand into Daghammar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Daghammar with the inside leg kick.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Daghammar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Daghammar takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Daghammar throws a head kick that misses.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Daghammar manages to avoid it.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Daghammar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Daghammar.
Newton misses with a hook. Daghammar ducked under it nicely.
A big left from Daghammar misses.
Daghammar takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Daghammar takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jab by Newton.
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Daghammar throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Daghammar is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Daghammar is defending the position. #T2##SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Daghammar is defending it quite comfortably.
Daghammar tries to kick Newton off but Newton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Daghammar trying to control from the bottom.
Daghammar is trying to stand back up but Newton is controlling him
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Newton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Daghammar knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Daghammar is trying to stand back up but Newton is controlling him
Newton wants to advance to full mount but Daghammar doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T3#
Daghammar keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Daghammar is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Daghammar has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Daghammar defends it easily.
Newton wants to sweep here but Daghammar controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Daghammar postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Daghammar lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Daghammar wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Daghammar throwing strikes from guard but Newton blocks nicely. #SUB#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Daghammar defends easily.
Daghammar postures up and lands a big shot to Newton's brow.
Daghammar is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Newton has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Daghammar has passed into side control.
Newton tries to improve position but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bill Newton showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Newton 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
Bill Newton retains his middleweight title!
In defeat, Dag Daghammar stepped up to the mic, saying 'He was the better fighter this time.
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Event:
GAMMA#874 Lohmu v Bolleke
Date: Dec 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Dambullah just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
Dambullah lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Newton tries for a takedown but Dambullah circles away easily#CL2#
and Dambullah moves into the clinch.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dambullah lands with a left to the head.
Dambullah tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
Dambullah tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Dambullah avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Dambullah.
Newton is working for takedown but Dambullah is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dambullah blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Dambullah.
Newton lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dambullah or not.
Newton 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.
A head punch on the inside from Dambullah fails to land.
A left hand lands to the body for Dambullah.
A short right from Dambullah on the inside.
Dambullah lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dambullah lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Dambullah has a couple of punches blocked by Newton.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Dambullah controls the action.
Newton works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dambullah scores with a shot to the side of Newton's head.
Newton stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Dambullah has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Newton seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dambullah can turn it around.
A head punch on the inside from Dambullah fails to land.
Newton blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Newton.
Newton gets through Dambullah's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dambullah blocks a body shot from Newton.
Dambullah misses with some punches.
Dambullah takes a shot to the head.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dambullah tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Newton.
Dambullah lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dambullah.
Newton pushes Dambullah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dambullah misses with a hook from the clinch.
Newton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dambullah swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dambullah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Newton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Newton misses with the head strike.
Dambullah blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton throws a punch but it's blocked by Dambullah.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dambullah.
Newton throws a punch but it's blocked by Dambullah. #TD#
Newton has clasped his hands together around Dambullah's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dambullah is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dambullah, who protects the arm well.
Dambullah can't do much from the bottom here.
Dambullah regains half guard.#T3##SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
Newton is pressing down on Dambullah's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dambullah is holding on for now. #SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dambullah is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dambullah has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Dambullah defends the submission attempt.
Dambullah has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dambullah defends it well. #SUB#
Newton is trying for a kimura here. Dambullah looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Newton wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
Bill Newton retains his middleweight title! |
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Event:
GAMMA#872 Manowaru v Horse
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Falcone is just out of range.
Newton tries for a takedown but Falcone circles away easily
and Falcone counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
Newton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Falcone.
Newton goes for a double leg but Falcone avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Falcone continues to drive forward.
Falcone is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Falcone controlling Newton's posture.
Falcone keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Falcone has his hands on Newton's head, controlling the position.
My spies in Roosters Coop inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Falcone trying to keep a closed guard but Newton is proving a slippery customer.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Falcone.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Falcone is keeping the position.#T1#
Falcone is looking to stand up but Newton isn't so interested in that idea.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Falcone.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Falcone is retaining full guard.
Falcone wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Falcone keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton being controlled here momentarily.
Falcone is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Falcone swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Falcone is pulling down on Newton's head. It's preventing any offense from Newton, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Newton scores with a crisp jab that stopped Falcone in his tracks. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Newton has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Falcone finds it's way round the side to connect with Newton's head.
Newton fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Falcone throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Falcone.
Falcone lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Falcone lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Falcone throws a head punch that misses.
Newton cracks Falcone with a nice body shot.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Falcone avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Falcone blocks a body shot from Newton.
A short left from Falcone.
Falcone swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Newton lands a left hand that snaps the head of Falcone backwards. #T3#
Newton gets through Falcone's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Falcone throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton.
Newton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Newton lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Falcone backwards.
Falcone misses with some punches.
Falcone lands a hook that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Newton lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Falcone.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Falcone working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Newton.
A short left from Falcone.
A shot in the inside from Newton. #TD2#
Newton successfully pulls guard.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Falcone from standing up. #SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Falcone doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Newton is tightening it up a little... Falcone has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Falcone reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Falcone taps out! Nice BJJ there by Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bill Newton!
Bill Newton is the new middleweight champion! |
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Event:
GAMMA#868 Falcone v Newton
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Newton connects with a body shot.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Falcone.
Newton lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Newton is looking to clinch.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Newton lands a nice shot that snaps Falcone's head back.
A slapping body kick lands there for Falcone.
Falcone missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton misses with a shot to the body
and Falcone cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Falcone swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Newton misses with a body shot
letting Falcone counter with a right hand.
We've been told by Falcone's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Newton checks a leg kick nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Falcone on the side of the head.#T1#
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Falcone tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Falcone to the ground. Falcone escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Newton shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Newton showed some decent athleticism there.
Falcone is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Falcone wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Falcone wants to stand and escape but Newton is having none of it.
Falcone manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Newton manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Falcone wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU#
Falcone stands up and waves to Newton to follow him. #CL2#
Newton instigates a clinch. #T2#
Falcone lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Falcone misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Falcone swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Falcone doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Falcone breaks the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Falcone throws the kick towards the body but Newton avoids it.
Newton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton lands the left hand.
Newton looks to land a left hand but Falcone moved out of range nicely.
Falcone lands a jab to the nose.
Newton moves away from the strike by Falcone.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Falcone wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Falcone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
#T3#
Newton cracks Falcone with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Falcone is looking to slow Newton down with leg kicks.
Falcone loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Falcone defends it well.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
Falcone lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Newton at a distance.
Newton misses with a hook to the body
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Newton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Falcone sprawls well initially but Newton persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Falcone is defending the position.
Falcone is trying to control but can't.
Falcone has his hands clasped together around Newton's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
Falcone is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#T4#
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!
Falcone gets full guard.
Falcone has his hands on Newton's head, controlling the position.
Falcone wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
Falcone controlling Newton's posture.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Falcone dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Falcone dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Newton moves away from the strike by Falcone.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Newton checks a leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Falcone. Newton shrugs it off though.
Falcone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Anthony Falcone is winning the standup battle so far.
Newton misses with a lunging right hand
and Falcone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton throws a hook to the side of Falcone's head but Falcone sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Falcone keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Falcone lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Falcone.
Newton scores with the left hand. Falcone knows he should have avoided that one.
Newton throws a hook but Falcone avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Newton. That snapped Falcone's head back.
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!
Falcone throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Falcone misses with a straight right.
Falcone looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.#TD2#
Falcone tries to sprawl but Newton drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Falcone is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Falcone is trying to stand.
Falcone tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
Falcone works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Falcone swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Falcone has his hands on Newton's head, controlling the position.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Newton is pushing down on Falcone's leg trying to pass to half guard. Falcone is fighting to maintain full guard but Newton has managed to sneak the leg through.
Falcone makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Falcone.
Falcone wants to get back to his feet but Newton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Falcone swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Falcone is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Falcone doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Falcone manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Falcone can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Falcone looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Falcone defends it easily.
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet.
Falcone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Falcone pushes his legs off easily.
Newton keeping full guard, as Falcone tries to pass.
Falcone trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Falcone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Falcone trying to stand up but can't free himself from Newton's guard.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Falcone controls the pace.#SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Falcone's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Falcone works his way back into a safe position though.
Falcone showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Falcone's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Falcone works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Falcone tries to stand but Newton is controlling from the bottom.
Falcone controls from within his opponent's guard.
Falcone would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Falcone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice defenses there by Falcone.
Falcone darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Newton lands a right hook to the body.
Newton lands a nice shot that snaps Falcone's head back.
Falcone pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Newton throws a hook but Falcone avoids it easily.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Falcone thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Falcone.
Falcone pivots, looking for a leg kick but Newton is out of range and Falcone settles back down.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Falcone counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1#
Falcone throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falcone manages to avoid it.
Falcone tried to counter with a leg kick but Newton avoided it.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Falcone jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Falcone slips a straight right by Newton.
Falcone throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Newton lands a nice hook to Falcone's body. Falcone takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Falcone throws a chopping leg kick but Newton manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Falcone fires out a quick counter leg kick but Newton just manages to avoid it.
Newton scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Newton decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Falcone is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Falcone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Falcone moves into full guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Falcone swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Falcone is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Falcone manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Falcone's guard.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Falcone is keeping the position for now.
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Falcone wants to stand but Newton is controlling the position. #T3#
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Falcone lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Falcone can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Falcone looking to pass the guard.
Falcone wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Falcone pushes his legs off easily.
#T4#
Falcone controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Falcone gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Falcone would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Newton wants to sweep here but Falcone controlling him for the moment.
Falcone controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Falcone is aware though and is defending well.
Newton trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4##CL2#
Newton clinches with his opponent.
Falcone misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Falcone throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton. #BC#
Falcone breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Newton lands the left hand.
Falcone with a nice cross.
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Falcone.
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Falcone loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Falcone takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falcone was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Falcone bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Falcone throws a low kick but Newton avoids it.
Newton scores with a crisp jab that stopped Falcone in his tracks.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Falcone on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Newton looking to score a takedown here. Falcone is defending well but Newton drives through and ends up in Falcone's guard.#ES#
Falcone is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Falcone digs a right hand underneath Newton's ribcage. Newton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Newton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#BC#
Falcone breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anthony Falcone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed right hand from Falcone misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Falcone counters with a left to the body.
Falcone missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Falcone lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Falcone.
Newton takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A leg kick checked by Newton.
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Falcone stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice defenses there by Falcone.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Falcone half committed to a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Falcone napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Falcone regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Falcone manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Falcone looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Newton pushing down on Falcone's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Falcone trying to control from the bottom.
Falcone is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Anthony Falcone overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura here but Falcone manages to reverse the position and he's now in Newton's guard.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Falcone pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Falcone is aware though and is defending well.
Falcone sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Falcone passes Newton's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Falcone looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Falcone content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Falcone is thwarting Newton's attempts to control the position.
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Falcone's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Falcone's back!
Falcone tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for the choke from the back position but Falcone is controlling his hands well.
Falcone trying to control the hands but Newton won't let him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Anthony Falcone will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Falcone thinks about countering with a body kick.
Falcone has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Newton finds it's way round the side to connect with Falcone's head.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton scores with a hook to the body. Falcone takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Newton throws a body punch but Falcone moves out of range.
Falcone works Newton's body with a nice hook.
Falcone avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton misses with a shot to the body
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Falcone - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton blocks a jab.
Newton connects with a body shot that sends Falcone's belly button to the back.
Newton misses with a looping right.
Newton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Falcone scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Newton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Decent striking displayed by Newton there.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton lands a nice shot that snaps Falcone's head back.
Falcone swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Falcone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Falcone avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Newton blocks the body kick.
Falcone throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
Falcone ducks right into an uppercut from Newton.
Falcone just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton lands a nice hook to Falcone's body. Falcone takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A low kick lands for Falcone.
#T2#
Newton throws a shot from downtown. Falcone moves away and avoids it.
Falcone keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Falcone finds it's way round the side to connect with Newton's head. #TD2#
Newton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Falcone bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Falcone moves away from the strike by Newton.
Newton scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Falcone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Falcone misses its intended target.
Falcone is looking to score with low kicks.#T3#
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Falcone stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Newton misses with a left hand
and Falcone counters with a low kick, right behind Newton 's knee.
Falcone thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Falcone is just out of range.
Falcone is looking to slow Newton down with leg kicks.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Newton is looking to clinch but Falcone is avoiding it.
Falcone looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Falcone's shoulder, as Falcone tries to avoid the shot.
Newton fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Newton has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T4#
Newton working aggressively here.
Falcone swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Falcone lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Falcone pushes Newton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Falcone goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Newton lands a body punch. #BC#
Falcone breaks from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Newton has Falcone up against the cage in a clinch.
Newton lands a right hand. #BC#
Falcone manages to break the clinch.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
Newton rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Falcone doesn't seem bothered though.
Newton avoids the body shot from Falcone.
Falcone tries to land a leg kick but Newton saw it coming and moves away.
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 Anthony Falcone.
I think Falcone 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 48:47
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:48
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:48
The fight is ruled a draw!
Oh dear, what a disastrous situation! The belt remains unclaimed and both fighters go home unhappy! |
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Event:
GAMMA#866 Hoppe v Banner
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Merel looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
A jab from Merel misses.
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Merel.
A jab from Newton misses.
Merel slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Merel staying out of range there.
Merel throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Merel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Merel stuffs the takedown attempt from Newton. Newton gets slowly back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Merel does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel misses with a looping left.
Newton connects with a crisp jab.
Newton scores with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Merel.
Merel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Merel swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
#T1#
Merel misses with a body shot.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mark Merel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Merel.
Newton cracks Merel with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Merel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Merel blocks a jab.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Merel was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Merel takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Merel on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Merel throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Merel lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Merel works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Merel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Merel wants it to stay on the feet.
Mark Merel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Merel moves forwards but Newton connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Merel dips to his left and cracks Newton with an uppercut!#CL#
Newton tries to keep at a distance but Merel has taken the fight into the clinch.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton misses with the head strike.
#TD2#
Newton has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Merel regains guard immediately.
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.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merel is keeping the position for now.
Merel looking to control.
Merel looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Merel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Merel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Merel manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Merel's guard. #T3##SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Merel manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Merel in his guard.#REVR#
Merel wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Merel preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Merel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Merel defends it easily.
Merel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Merel trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Merel stands up over Newton, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Merel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've been hearing that Merel has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Newton keeping full guard, as Merel tries to pass.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Merel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Merel trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Merel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Merel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Merel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Merel.
Merel looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Newton moves into range and connects with a jab.
Merel moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Newton misses with a lunging right hand
and Merel counters with a stiff right hand.
Merel jabs Newton right on the nose. Newton blinks but takes it well.
Merel staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Merel does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Newton decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Merel is defending it quite comfortably.
Merel preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Merel doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #T1#
Merel wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
Merel is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Merel avoid being mounted?
Merel tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Merel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Merel looking for a guillotine here but Newton defends easily.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Merel is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Merel looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Merel looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Merel! #REVR#
Newton wants to control but Merel postures up.
Newton is trying to get back to half guard.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newton sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Merel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working. #T3#
Newton trying to control here.
Newton is pressing down on Merel's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Merel has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Merel working some strikes from top position.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Merel scoring with punches to the head and body.
Newton wants to sweep here but Merel controlling him for the moment.
Merel trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Merel slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4##SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Merel defends it easily.
Merel trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Merel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Merel sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Newton's guard.
Merel wants to take a breather but Newton is having none of it.
Merel perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Merel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
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 Mark Merel will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Merel misses with a wild body shot.
Merel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Merel's head.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Merel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton moves out of range as Merel strikes.
Newton scores with a shot to the body.
Newton lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Newton slips a straight right by Merel.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Merel defends it well.
Merel moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Newton looks to throw the jab but Merel is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton lands a jab to Merel's midsection.#CL#
Merel clinches.
Newton wants a takedown.
Merel misses with the head strike.
Merel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Newtons head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Merel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Newton throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Merel.
Merel lands a right hand.
Merel swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Merel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Newton lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Merel backwards.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Merel.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Merel misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Merel throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton.
A short uppercut from Merel.
Merel tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
Newton tries to pull guard but Merel holds him up against the cage and eventually Newton drops back down to his feet.
Merel tries to throw a body punch but Newton avoids it by throwing Merel back against the cage. #T2#
Nice body punch from Merel.
Newton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Newton lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Merel.
Merel misses with some punches.
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!
Merel lands a body shot.
Newton misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Merel.
Newton lands a nice uppercut.
Merel lands a right hand.
Newton lands a right hand.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Merel controls his hands.
Newton misses with some punches.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Merel misses with the head strike.
Newton misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton lands a shot to the body.#TD2#
Newton pulls Merel into guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Merel got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Merel has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Merel cracks Newton with a solid left hand.
Merel postures up and lands a big shot to Newton's brow. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Merel defends it easily.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Merel is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Newton has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Merel is looking to defend but Newton has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Merel! Newton pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Merel taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#862 Grabber v Horse
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Newton.
Newton 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#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Costa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Costa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Newton has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Costa is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Newton yanks on the arm and Costa is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Newton.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#858 Bolleke v Newton
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bolleke misses with a hook.
Bolleke misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Newton stuns Bolleke with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Newton connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bolleke. Bolleke circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Donk. Newton catches Bolleke right on the button with a cross.
Bolleke uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Bolleke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Bolleke smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Newton 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.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton misses with a looping right.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bolleke moves away.
Newton lands a body shot.
Bolleke throws a hook to the side of Newton's head but Newton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Newton 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolleke feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Newtons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bolleke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab.
Newton digs a good body shot into Bolleke's ribs.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Bolleke has closed the distance and engaged Newton in a clinch.
#T1#
Bolleke blocks an uppercut.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Newton makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bolleke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bolleke lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bolleke lands a hook that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Bolleke working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Bolleke.
I was talking to Bolleke's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Newton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bolleke gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Newton.
A right handed body shot lands from Newton.
Newton tries to pull guard but Bolleke forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Newton tries for a takedown. No joy.
Thomas Bolleke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Bolleke tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
Bolleke blocks an uppercut.
Bolleke lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolleke tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bolleke.
Newton lands a shoulder strike.
Bolleke has a couple of punches blocked by Newton.
Newton lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bolleke backwards.
Bolleke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Bolleke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bolleke just stands there and leans against the cage.
Newton prevents a body shot from Bolleke.
Bolleke prevents a body shot from Newton.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Bolleke.
Still in the clinch, Newton scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bolleke.
Bolleke fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD2#
Newton pulls guard.
Newton avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bolleke manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bolleke will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bolleke controlling Newton's posture. #T3##SUB2#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bolleke is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bolleke has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bolleke landing some decent shots from guard.
Bolleke trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bolleke postures up and lands a big shot to Newton's brow. #SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bolleke landing some decent shots from guard.
Bolleke distracts Newton with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bolleke landing with the ground and pound.
Bolleke won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Bolleke lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bolleke gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bolleke drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bolleke jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bolleke is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Bolleke dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bolleke.
Bolleke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
A big left from Newton misses.
Bolleke swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Newton lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bill Newton seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Bolleke moves into the clinch.
Bolleke misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Bolleke avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bolleke.
A short right from Bolleke on the inside.
A hook to the body from Bolleke.
#T1#
Newton blocking some punches.
Bolleke lands a hook that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Bolleke misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bolleke softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bolleke lands a left hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Bolleke misses with the head strike.
Bolleke blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bolleke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bolleke misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bolleke prevents a body shot from Newton.
Bolleke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Newton jumps into guard, dragging Bolleke to the mat.
Bolleke postures up and lands a big shot to Newton's brow.
Bolleke chips away with some ground and pound.
Bolleke wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Bolleke is proving a slippery customer.
Bolleke missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bolleke trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T2#
Bolleke scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Bolleke thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Bolleke defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Bolleke defends it easily.
Thomas Bolleke overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bolleke manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Newton pushes down on Bolleke's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bolleke wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton 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#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bolleke has managed to free his arm - good work.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Bolleke is defending the position.
Bolleke is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
Bolleke moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4##SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bolleke manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Bolleke in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Bolleke got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bolleke has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Bolleke landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bolleke lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bolleke escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Bolleke dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Bolleke walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bolleke swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bolleke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Bolleke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bolleke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Newton momentarily.
Bolleke misses with a straight left.
Newton takes one to the chin there.
Newton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Bolleke.
Bolleke throwing a counter right hand but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Bolleke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Bolleke rushes Newton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bolleke lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bolleke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bolleke throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton.
Bolleke throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton. #T1#
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton jumps guard but Bolleke turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Bolleke avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Newton scores with a shoulder strike.
Bolleke misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Bolleke.
Thomas Bolleke has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bolleke lands with a light punch inside.
Newton working aggressively here.
Bolleke blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton tries to work over Bolleke's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Newton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Bolleke.
Newton blocking some punches.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Newton.
#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bolleke.
Newton lands a hook that snaps the head of Bolleke backwards.
Newton is working Bolleke over against the cage.
Bolleke lands a left hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Bolleke controls the action.
Bolleke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Newton is working Bolleke over against the cage.
Bolleke lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short left from Bolleke.
Newton lands a left hand.
Newton blocks a body shot from Bolleke.
Newton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newton tries a body shot but Bolleke blocks it.
Bolleke scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Newton blocks an uppercut.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bolleke gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Thomas Bolleke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T3#
Bolleke misses with the head strike.
Bolleke lands a left hand.
Newton works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bolleke misses with the head strike.
Newton misses with some punches.
Bolleke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bolleke can't find room to land a body shot as Newton controls the action.
Newton lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Newton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bolleke working aggressively here.
Bolleke misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Newton tries to work over Bolleke's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Bolleke.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton looking for a takedown.
Newton lands with a light punch inside.
Bolleke lands a body shot in the clinch.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bolleke lands a right hand.
A short right from Bolleke on the inside. #T4#
Newton tries to pull guard but Bolleke won't allow it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolleke lands with a left to the head.
Bolleke working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bolleke struggles to land a body shot inside as Newton controls his hands.
Bolleke lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bolleke can't find room to land a body shot as Newton controls the action.
Newton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bolleke misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Bolleke goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bolleke scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bolleke tries to throw a body punch but Newton avoids it by throwing Bolleke back against the cage.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Bolleke controls his hands.
Bolleke is pressed up against the cage. Newton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bolleke down to the mat. Bolleke avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bolleke with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Bolleke clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Bolleke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.
Bolleke scores with a crisp jab that stopped Newton in his tracks.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bolleke moves away.
Bolleke avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bolleke.
Bolleke is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Newton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton misses with a hook. Bolleke ducked under it nicely.
Bolleke lands with an uppercut that bounces Newton off the cage and back into range.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bolleke.
Bolleke ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Bolleke clinches up with Newton and pushes him back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Newton.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bolleke misses with the head strike.
#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Newton. #TD2#
Newton has hold of one of Bolleke's legs. Bolleke is fighting the takedown attempt but Newton gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Bolleke looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Newton advances position into side control!
Bolleke is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bolleke, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Newton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#SUB2#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bolleke knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bolleke manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Bolleke is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!
Bolleke is working the ground and pound. Can Newton escape?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton just trying to survive but Bolleke is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bolleke connects with a big shot to the side of Newton's head.
Newton tries to roll but Bolleke sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Newton defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Newton trying to control the action but Bolleke just sinks the hooks in.
Bolleke keeps control of the position as Newton tries to break free.
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.#T3##SUB#
Bolleke is cranking Newton's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Newton! He's tightened the choke and Newton is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Thomas Bolleke!
Thomas Bolleke retains his middleweight title!
A victorious Thomas Bolleke 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:
GAMMA#852 Grabber v Kodjia
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DeSilva keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeSilva feinted with a counter takedown.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Newton shoots for a takedown but DeSilva saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
DeSilva half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2#
Newton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
DeSilva is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
DeSilva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
DeSilva is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but DeSilva is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
DeSilva is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
DeSilva wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but DeSilva is defending well.
#T1#
Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for DeSilva!
DeSilva really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2#
Newton is going oldschool here, as he tries to force DeSilva to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so DeSilva shrugs it off.
DeSilva is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for a guillotine from mount but DeSilva is having none of it.
DeSilva 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.#SUB2#
Newton wants to finish this one by submission but DeSilva is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Newton.
DeSilva is trying to escape the mount.
#T2#
DeSilva tries to hold on but Newton pushes him away. #SUB2#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
DeSilva slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Newton is thwarting DeSilva's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so DeSilva is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so DeSilva is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
DeSilva gets full guard.
DeSilva looking for a sweep. Not yet DeSilva, not yet. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! DeSilva is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and DeSilva manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into DeSilva's guard.
Newton pushing down on DeSilva's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
DeSilva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #T4#
DeSilva is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but DeSilva is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
DeSilva is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Newton seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. DeSilva is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#847 Grabber v Spike
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cold throws a leg kick but Newton moved away.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Cold tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton throws a shot from downtown. Cold moves away and avoids it.
Cold takes one on the button.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton scores with a nice head shot.
Cold misses with a straight left.
Newton punishes Cold's body with a nice straight punch.
Newton listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cold throws a head kick but Newton moves out of range.
Newton scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cold in his tracks.
Newton looks to throw the jab but Cold is out of range.
Cold throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton misses the body punch
and Cold counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Cold does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Newton keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Newton takes a swing at Cold's ribcage but misses.
Cold shapes to counter with a head kick.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cold was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
A shot to the liver by Newton. Beautiful body shot.
Cold takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Newton scores with a nice right hand.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton blocks a head kick by Cold.
Newton lands an overhand right.
Newton throws a big shot that misses.
Newton dips to his left and cracks Cold with an uppercut!
Newton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cold sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cold cracks Newton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cold delivers a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the liver by Newton. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Cold takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Cold's shoulder, as Cold tries to avoid the shot.
Newton blocks a head kick by Cold.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Newton avoids the body shot from Cold.
Cold throws a wild body kick that Newton sees coming a mile off.
Steven Cold is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton misses with a hook
and Cold connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newton is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cold defends well and Newton ends up having to push Cold into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cold doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Newton throws the left hand but Cold avoids the punch easily.
Cold raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Cold throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton goes for a double leg but Cold avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cold continues to drive forward.
Cold takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Newton is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Cold throws a wild body kick that Newton sees coming a mile off.
Newton drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cold sprawls and moves away.
Newton misses with a looping right.
Cold fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.#T3#
Newton moves out of range of the body kick from Cold.
Cold takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Cold swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Cold moved out of range.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cold manages to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Newton blocks the low kick.
Cold takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cold tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Cold is quick to defend against it.
Nice body kick there by Cold.
Newton stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cold.
Newton is looking to clinch but Cold is avoiding it.
Newton lands a nice hook to Cold's body. Cold takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton throws a jab but it's blocked by Cold. #T4#
Newton sizes up Cold with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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!
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cold.
Newton with a nice cross.
Cold slips a jab from Newton.
Newton ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cold throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Newton lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Cold defending well as Newton loads up on a big left hand.
Newton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cold misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Cold throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cold lands with a nice body punch.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Cold misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Cold is defending it quite comfortably.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Cold tries to sprawl but Newton drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Cold kicks Newton off and gets back to his feet.
Cold swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromCold.
Newton scores with a jab.
Cold uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Cold takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cold throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton thuds his right hand into Cold's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Newton on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.
Newton lands a head shot.
Cold misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Newton counters with a single leg into guard. Cold didn't expect that.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1##SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Cold manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Cold in his guard.#REVB##SU2#
Cold decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Newton, up you get!
Newton scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cold in his tracks.
Newton throws a body punch but Cold moves out of range.
Newton blocks a head kick by Cold.
Cold takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Newton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cold sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Cold on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cold takes one on the button.
Cold has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bill Newton is winning the standup battle so far.
Cold throws a head kick that misses.
Cold keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cold throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Cold misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Newton works the jab nicely.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown. Cold tries to sprawl out of it but Newton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cold manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton throws out a powerful jab.
Cold avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Newton throws a body punch but Cold moves out of range.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cold can do to turn this around?
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Cold throws a body kick that misses.
Newton lands the left hand.#T3#
Newton scores with a jab to the body.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Cold moved out of range.
Cold misses with a right hand #TD#
so Newton counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Newton trying to move into half guard but instead Cold has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Cold pushes his legs off easily.
Cold is looking to stand up but Newton won't let him.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cold tries to stand but Newton is controlling from the bottom.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cold would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4#
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cold wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Cold defends it easily.
Cold wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Cold passes into side control.
Newton tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Cold presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Cold takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Cold dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cold keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cold doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cold throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Newton misses with a hook to the body
and Cold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Newton throws a body punch but Cold moves out of range.
Cold slips a jab from Newton.
A low kick from Cold is predictable there #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Newton prevents Cold from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Cold slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cold stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.#T1#
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cold manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cold is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cold has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
We've been hearing good reports from Newton'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.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cold stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.#SUB#
Cold avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cold would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet. #SU2#
Cold gets to his feet - Newton follows without any prompting.
Cold takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
Cold throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
Newton defending well as Cold loads up on a big left hand.
Cold throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Cold slips the punch.
Cold looks to land a body kick but Newton moved away.
Newton throws the left hand but Cold avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Cold.
Cold takes one to the chin there.
Newton misses with a body shot
letting Cold counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cold looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Cold gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD#
Cold gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Newton won't allow Cold to get back to his feet. #T3##SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Cold dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cold doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Newton is tightening it up a little... Cold has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Cold reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Cold taps out! Nice BJJ there by Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#842 Bolleke v Newton
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton 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.
A swing and a miss from Newton.
It looked like Bolleke wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Bolleke looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bolleke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Newton.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bolleke manages to avoid it.
Bolleke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton darts in looking for a takedown but Bolleke gets double underhooks and turns Newton into the cage.
Bolleke looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Newton lands with a straight right. Bolleke didn't see that one coming.
Newton throws a jab but it's blocked by Bolleke.
Bolleke keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton swings for the body but Bolleke moves out of range.
Newton closes the distance and clinches up with Bolleke, looking for a takedown. Newton pushes Bolleke against the cage but Bolleke circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bolleke lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bolleke misses with a wild combination.
Newton slips a straight right by Bolleke.#T1#
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Donk. Newton catches Bolleke right on the button with a cross.
Bolleke misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton scores with the left hand. Bolleke knows he should have avoided that one.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Bolleke throws a hook but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton swings for the body but Bolleke moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Bolleke does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Bolleke misses its target.
Newton takes a swing at Bolleke's ribcage but misses.
Bolleke just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton shoots in but Bolleke avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Thomas Bolleke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Newton lands with a good body shot.
Bolleke looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Bolleke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Bolleke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
#T2#
A shot to the liver by Newton. Beautiful body shot.
Bolleke scores with a hook to the body. Newton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolleke uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Bolleke throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bolleke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bolleke missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Newton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bolleke.
Bolleke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Nice straight punches there by Newton. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Newton.
Newton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bolleke.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton scores with a jab. Bolleke acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Newton connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bolleke momentarily.
Bolleke scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Bolleke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Newton momentarily.
Newton throws the left hand but Bolleke avoids the punch easily.
Newton showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bolleke.
Bolleke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Bolleke throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
And Newton tries to counter it with a takedown but Bolleke pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bolleke lands with a cross.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Newton, as that shot connected.
Newton scores with a jab to the body.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bolleke was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bolleke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Bolleke missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bolleke as he jumps to the side.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bolleke rather than just go for the knockout.
Newton misses with a takedown
letting Bolleke counter with a right hand. #T4#
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 big left from Newton misses.
Newton throws a lazy uppercut
and Bolleke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bolleke misses with a straight right.
Bolleke takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bolleke takes one on the button.
Bolleke throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Newton slips a jab from Bolleke.
Newton slips a jab from Bolleke.
Newton scores with a punch to the head.
A jab from Newton misses. #TD2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Newton advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bolleke has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Bolleke.
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 Thomas Bolleke will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bolleke's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Bolleke was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bolleke throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Bolleke.
Bolleke jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bolleke on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Newton slips a straight right by Bolleke.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bolleke. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bolleke.
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Bolleke misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Thomas Bolleke is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton staying out of range there.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton throws a hook but Bolleke avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for Newton.
Bolleke misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bolleke connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Newton. Beautiful body shot.
Bolleke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Newton lands a right hook to the body.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Bolleke.
Bolleke cracks Newton with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bolleke walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bolleke takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Newton throws out a loose jab but Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bolleke ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton misses the jab.
Nice jab there from Bolleke.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bolleke.
Bolleke throws out a powerful jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Bolleke slips a jab from Newton.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bolleke manages to avoid it.
Bolleke missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton lands with a shot to the body.
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Newton lands with a shot to the body.
Newton misses with a hook
enabling Bolleke to counter with a crisp jab.
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
Bolleke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton throws a good cross that connects.
Newton lunges at Bolleke with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bolleke's hand.
Bolleke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bolleke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Newton lands with a hook. Bolleke tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Newton throws a hook but Bolleke blocks it.
Bolleke misses with a looping left.
Thomas Bolleke is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bolleke manages to avoid it.
Bolleke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Bolleke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Bolleke is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bolleke scores with a punch to the head.
Newton staying out of range there.
Bolleke throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A lazy left from Bolleke finds it's target.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton throws a lazy right hand but Bolleke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Bolleke slips the punch.
Newton jabs at Bolleke's body.#TD2#
Newton scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Bolleke moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bolleke swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Bolleke not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton won't allow Bolleke to sweep him here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bolleke's guard. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Bolleke is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bolleke holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Bolleke is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Newton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bolleke knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Bolleke is defending it quite comfortably.
Bolleke is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Bolleke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bolleke avoids the body shot from Newton.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Bolleke is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton 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#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bolleke has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bolleke doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Bolleke is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Bolleke gets back to full guard.
Bolleke trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Bolleke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newton passes Bolleke's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bolleke doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bolleke is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Bolleke tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Bolleke is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Bolleke is trying is best to control the position here. #T3#
Bolleke trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Bolleke is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bolleke has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Bolleke is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage. #SUB#
Bolleke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bolleke works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Bolleke is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bolleke has Newton pulled in close to control his posture.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bolleke swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Newton keeps trying to improve his position.
Bolleke will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bolleke looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bolleke looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bolleke! #REVR#
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bolleke off and has taken his back!
Bolleke rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Bolleke is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bolleke has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bolleke doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Bolleke throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Bolleke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bolleke lands a body shot.
A combination from Bolleke does no damage.
Newton throws a shot from downtown. Bolleke moves away and avoids it.
A jab lands there for Bolleke.
Newton throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Newton works Bolleke's body with a nice hook.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bolleke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton connects with a right hand. Bolleke shakes it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Bolleke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bolleke looks to land a left hand but Newton moved out of range nicely.
Bolleke misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Newton throws out a loose jab but Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Newton cracks Bolleke with a right hand to the side of the head.
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton walks into a straight right hand from Bolleke.
Bolleke paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Newton connects with a body shot that sends Bolleke's belly button to the back.
Newton throws a sloppy body shot
and Bolleke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Newton takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Newton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bolleke swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Newton defending well as Bolleke loads up on a big left hand.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Bolleke.
Newton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bolleke.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bolleke to the mat! Bolleke manages to get full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Bolleke.
Newton postures up.
#T2##SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
Newton trying to move into half guard but instead Bolleke has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Bolleke showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Bolleke pushes his legs off easily.
Bolleke is in close to Newton's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Bolleke's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bolleke works his way back into a safe position though.
Newton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T3#
Bolleke controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bolleke defends well.
Bolleke lands a couple of elbows.
Bolleke pushes down on Newton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Newton is trying to control but can't.
Bolleke scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Bolleke is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Newton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Bolleke wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bolleke scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bolleke trying to pass the guard but Newton defending well.
Bolleke is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton wants to control but Bolleke is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bolleke working Newton over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Bolleke had his way with Bill Newton in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Newton shoots in and drives through. Bolleke sprawls well.
Newton slips a jab from Bolleke.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Newton shoots in and drives through. Bolleke sprawls well.
Bolleke works the jab nicely.
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Bolleke sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Thomas Bolleke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
A big left from Newton misses.
Newton misses with a hook.
Newton takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Newton has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bolleke throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.
Bolleke bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Newton's head.
Newton misses with a hook. Bolleke ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Newton lands a jab to Bolleke's midsection.
A big right from Newton misses.
Bolleke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bolleke digs a good body shot into Newton's ribs.#T1#
Bolleke throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bolleke doesn't seem bothered though.
Bolleke is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Newton lands a jab to the nose.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Bolleke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Bolleke misses with a straight right.
Bolleke loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
Newton connects with a looping right hand.
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bolleke counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Bolleke is just out of range.
Newton moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bolleke scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bolleke with a nice cross.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Bolleke connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Newton's hands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bolleke.
Newton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bolleke avoids the body shot from Newton.
Bolleke throwing a counter right hand but Newton manages to avoid it.
Bolleke connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bolleke ducks right into an uppercut from Newton.
Bolleke scores with the left hand. Newton knows he should have avoided that one.
Bolleke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bolleke lands with a cross.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Bolleke thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Newton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bolleke counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bolleke. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Bolleke throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.
Newton scores with a jab.
Newton's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bolleke connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Newton scrambles back to his feet.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Bolleke slips the punch.
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Bolleke's head.
Bolleke throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.#TD2#
Newton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Newton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Bolleke tries to improve position but can't.
Bolleke is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Newton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
Newton passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Bolleke turns into him and now he's in Newton's guard.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Newton working for submissions but it's allowed Bolleke to get to half guard.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bolleke looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Bolleke showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bolleke 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 48:48
Judge William Gold scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Thomas Bolleke!
Thomas Bolleke retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Thomas Bolleke 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:
GAMMA#838 Bolleke v Falcone
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Newton takes a swing at Paa's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Newton gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Newton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Paa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Paa working aggressively here.
Paa wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Paa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Paa misses with a low kick.
Paa is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Newton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Paa was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton cracks Paa with a good jab.
Newton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Paa is fending him off so far but Newton persists. Nope, Paa circles away and we're back to standing.
A nice side step and Paa releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Newton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Paa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Paa throws a low kick but it's checked well by Newton.
Newton scores with a decent looking hook.
Paa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Newton 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.
Newton works the jab nicely.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head kick misses from Paa.
Paa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Newton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Paa.
Paa looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Paa scores with a hook to the body. Newton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Newton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Paa looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Newton throws a shot from downtown. Paa moves away and avoids it.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton misses with a left hand
and Paa counters with a slapping leg kick.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Paa looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Newton drives through with a takedown into guard.
Newton forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Paa has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton is thwarting Paa's attempts to control the position.
Paa keeping control of the position.
Paa is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Paa moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Paa is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Paa dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Paa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Paa pushes his legs off easily.
Paa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4##SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Paa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Paa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Newton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Paa trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Paa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Paa engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Newton is looking to clinch but Paa is avoiding it.
Paa cracks a nice hook into Newton's ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Newton misses the target.
Newton wants to clinch.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Paa.
Crunch! Paa slams his shin into Newton's torso.
Newton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton shoots and misses
and Paa counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Newton is looking to clinch.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Paa counters with a low kick, right behind Newton 's knee.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paa swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little jabbing left from Paa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Newton shoots in and drives through. Paa sprawls well.
Paa flicks out a counter leg kick but Newton steps away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Paa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Newton's sensitive parts.
Paa is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Newton rather than just go for the knockout.
Paa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab.
Newton dives in and grabs Paa's left leg, looking for a takedown. Paa pushes down on Newton's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A big left from Newton misses.
Paa dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Newton. That did some damage!
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Paa is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Paa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Newton throws a hook but Paa blocks it.
Newton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Paa but Paa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Paa is looking to land body kicks.
Newton misses with a hook
and Paa counters with a straight right hand.
Paa changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton defending well as Paa loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Paa was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Paa pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Newton back to the cage. Paa follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
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!
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Paa connects with a looping right hand.
Newton throws a body punch but Paa moves out of range.
Paa connects with a good right hand that stumbles Newton. Newton circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Newton.
Paa lands with a shot to the body.
Paa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Paa lands the left hand.
Donk. Newton catches Paa right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Paa throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Paa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Paa was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Paa.
Newton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Newton, as that shot connected.
A jab from Newton does it's job there.
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Paa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Newton walks into a stiff left hand from Paa.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown. Paa tries to sprawl out of it but Newton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Paa manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Iso Paa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Paa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newton scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paa misses with a low kick.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Paa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Paa throws a chopping leg kick but Newton manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Paa throws a shot to the body.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Paa flicks out a counter leg kick but Newton steps away.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paa appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Newton misses with a right hand
letting Paa counter with a right hand.
Newton digs a good body shot into Paa's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Iso Paa 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
Iso Paa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Paa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A big right from Paa misses.
Paa avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton backing away here, and Paa unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Paa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton scores with a hook.
Newton checks a leg kick.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Paa is quick to defend against it.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Paa finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paa looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Newton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Newton defending well as Paa loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Paa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
Newton backing away here, and Paa unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Newton tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Paa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And Paa responds with a good body kick, but Newton manages to step out the way in time.#TD#
Newton throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Paa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Newton is in Paa's guard.
Paa manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Newton manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Paa won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Paa pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Paa controls the pace.
Paa wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Paa wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard.
Paa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Paa trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Paa wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Paa trying to stand up but can't free himself from Newton's guard.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Paa controls the pace.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Paa is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Newton postures up.
Paa wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Paa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
Paa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Paa has Newton pulled in close to control his posture.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Paa is keeping the position for now.
Newton passes Paa's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Paa keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Paa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Paa gets back to full guard.
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 Bill Newton.
I think Newton 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 Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#834 Bolleke v Falcone
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Parker throws a low kick but it's checked well by Newton.
Nice uppercut lands for Newton. That snapped Parker's head back.
Parker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Parker 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.
Parker scores with the left hand. Newton knows he should have avoided that one.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Parker takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Parker looks to land a body kick but Newton moved away.
A clash of legs there as Newton blocks the low kick.
Parker fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Newton is out of range.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
Parker misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Parker won't be happy with that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Parker is defending well.
Parker tries to improve position but can't.
Parker is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Parker is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Parker knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Parker is defending well. #SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Parker is defending well. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Parker tries to improve position but can't.
Newton working away.#SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Parker keeps Newton under control for a moment.
Newton works to advance to full mount. Parker defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Parker wants to control but Newton is having none of it.
Parker is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.#SUB#
Newton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Parker has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Parker! #T3##SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Parker pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Parker has passed into half guard!
Newton is looking for a sweep. Parker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Parker 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.
#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Parker looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Parker trying to control from half guard but Newton is working away. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Newton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton wants to hit a sweep here but Parker passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Newton there!
Parker tries to control but Newton wriggling away.
Newton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Newton tries to hold on but Parker pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton is working to get back to half guard.
Newton bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Good work by Newton as he checks the leg kick.
Parker stuns Newton with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Parker on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Parker can do to turn this around?
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Parker's head.
Nice straight punches there by Newton. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Newton.
Parker takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Parker.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Newton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker trying to control here.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Parker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Parker is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1##SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Parker is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Parker is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Parker avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Parker controlling the position well. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Parker has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Parker sees it coming and defends easily.#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.#SUB#
Newton looking for a submission but Parker manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Parker seems keen to control Newton's posture.
Parker keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Parker.
Newton pushing down on Parker's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Parker is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Parker wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Parker defends it well. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura here but Parker manages to reverse the position and he's now in Newton's guard.
#T3#
Parker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Parker defends easily.
#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Parker defends it easily.#SUB#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Parker stacks Newton 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 Parker!
Newton tries to bench press Parker off him but Parker keeps the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Newton sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Parker pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Parker trying to pass the guard but Newton defending well.
Parker slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Newton actively working from the bottom here.
Parker prevents Newton from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second 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!#R3#
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Parker fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Newton checks it well.
Parker ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton throws a jab when Parker was well out of range.
Nice jab there from Newton.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton slips under a jab from Parker.
Parker lands a slapping body shot.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Parker looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Parker tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Parker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Newton digs a right hand into Parker's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Parker's gas tank.
Newton lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Parker misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Parker misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Newton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Parker pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Parker doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Parker avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
I was talking to Newton's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Newton digs a right hand underneath Parker's ribcage. Parker let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Parker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Newton jumps guard and drags Parker to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Parker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Parker stacks Newton 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 Parker!
Newton is trying to get back to half guard.
Parker 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 Newton's shoulder. That is not cool.
Parker moves into full mount!
Alex Parker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Newton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Newton bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Parker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Newton has an active guard here but Parker has managed to pass into half guard.
Parker missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Parker in particular looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Newton has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Parker escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Parker!
Newton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Parker prevents Newton from improving his position.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Parker stalling. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Parker sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Newton defending well though.
Newton avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Parker.
Newton is looking to control Parker's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
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 Bill Newton.
Well Newton 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton! |
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Event:
GAMMA#829 Bollek v Norris
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Falcone walks into a stiff left hand from Newton.
Falcone throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Falcone slips under a jab.
Falcone throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton lands the left hand.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Falcone is just out of range.
Falcone now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Newton takes a jab right on the kisser.
Falcone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton lands an overhand right.
Newton misses with a looping left.
Falcone feints a counter leg kick.
Falcone defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Newton.
Falcone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Falcone.
Falcone misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Falcone tries to score with a low kick but Newton moves his leg out of the way.#T1#
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Falcone defends well and Newton ends up having to push Falcone into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Newton scores with a punch to the head.
Falcone lands with a shot to the body.
Falcone fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Newton has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Newton connects with a nice looking jab.
Falcone 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.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falcone was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
A countering left hand to the body from Falcone misses.
Anthony Falcone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Falcone tries to score with a low kick but Newton moves his leg out of the way.
Newton misses with a straight left.
Falcone misses the shot to the body.
Newton on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Falcone. Falcone obviously looking to wear him down.
Falcone loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
Falcone misses with a looping left.
Newton misses with a takedown
and Falcone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2##TD#
Newton darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Falcone defends it well.
Falcone wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Falcone has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Falcone is looking to improve his position.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Falcone defending well.
Falcone controlling the position well. #SUB#
Newton is looking for submissions but instead, Falcone has regained full guard.
#T3##SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Falcone manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Falcone in his guard.#REVB#
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Falcone is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Falcone pushes his legs off easily.
Falcone wanted to stand there but Newton had control of the position. #SUB#
Falcone got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Falcone has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Falcone showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Falcone from standing up. #T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Falcone is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Falcone got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Falcone has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Falcone wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard.
Falcone is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Falcone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Falcone from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Anthony Falcone will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Falcone just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Falcone moves away.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Falcone throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Falcone closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Newton scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Falcone avoids the body shot from Newton.
Newton missing with a left hand there. Falcone was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
Newton feints and as Falcone raises his hands in defense, Newton changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Falcone 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton is fighting to break Falcone's control of his arms but Falcone is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Falcone is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Newton forces his way into half guard.
Falcone preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Falcone is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Falcone is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Falcone is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Falcone is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Falcone is trying to control but can't.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Falcone is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Falcone is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Falcone keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Falcone is defending well.
Falcone gets back to full guard.
Newton pushing down on Falcone's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Falcone has managed to free his arm - good work.
Falcone keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#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.#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Falcone defends the submission attempt.
Falcone has his hands clasped together around Newton's back. He's all about the action.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Falcone has worked his arm free - good work by Falcone!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Falcone has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Falcone counters with a body kick.
Newton moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Falcone ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Falcone walks into a straight right hand from Newton.
Falcone throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Falcone tried to score with a low kick but Newton checks it.
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
Falcone steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Falcone catches Newton with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Anthony Falcone seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Newton takes a swing at Falcone's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton throws a body punch but Falcone moves out of range.
Jab by Newton.
A slow jab from Falcone misses its intended target.
Newton misses with an uppercut
and Falcone counters with a right hand to the body.
Falcone takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Falcone as he avoids it easily.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton swings for the body but Falcone moves out of range.
Falcone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Falcone looks to throw the jab but Newton is out of range.
Newton slips a jab from Falcone.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Falcone defends well and Newton ends up having to push Falcone into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Falcone avoids it really well and circles away.
Falcone doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Falcone lands with a kick to the ribs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Falcone throws a big shot that misses.
Falcone fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Newton.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Falcone.
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
A cross from Falcone lands.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Falcone enables Newton to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Falcone manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Falcone kicks Newton off and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Falcone. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Falcone missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Falcone misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.
Falcone moves out of range as Newton strikes.#T3#
Falcone misses with a head kick.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falcone manages to avoid it.
Falcone turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Newton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Falcone throws a big shot that misses.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Newton misses the body punch
and Falcone counters with a nice body shot.
Newton connects with a body shot.
Falcone dips to his left and cracks Newton with an uppercut!
Falcone drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Falcone lands a nice leg kick that just misses Newton's sensitive parts.
Newton misses with a takedown
and Falcone counters with a stiff right hand.
Newton needs to keep his hands up - Falcone had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Falcone lands a nice looking body shot.
Falcone with a jab.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton avoids the head kick by Falcone.
Nice cross by Falcone.#ROC2#
Newton is rocked!
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Falcone stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Oh Newton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Falcone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Falcone misses with a wild body shot.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Newton slips under a jab from Falcone.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Falcone avoids it well and moves away.
Newton seems to have got his legs back now.
Newton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Falcone shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Falcone bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Newton's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anthony Falcone comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Falcone 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anthony Falcone!
After winning the bout, Anthony Falcone 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:
GAMMA#825 Saric v Horse
Date: May 02, 2020 |
#R1#
DeSilva shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And Newton tries to counter it with a takedown but DeSilva pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
DeSilva misses the shot to the body.
DeSilva really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
DeSilva throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A nice leg kick lands there from DeSilva.
DeSilva takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A slow jab from Newton misses its intended target.
Newton works the jab nicely.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeSilva was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton drops his hands momentarily and DeSilva takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
DeSilva lands with an uppercut that bounces Newton off the cage and back into range.
Newton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeSilva stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Newton moves forwards but DeSilva connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DeSilva motions for Newton to come forward. DeSilva throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from DeSilva misses the target.
Newton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
DeSilva lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
DeSilva looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
DeSilva fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Newton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
DeSilva slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeSilva.
DeSilva walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Danga de danga de dang - DeSilva scores with a four punch combination!
DeSilva lands with a straight right. Newton didn't see that one coming.
DeSilva throws a leg kick but Newton checks it.
DeSilva cracks a nice hook into Newton's ribs.
DeSilva cracks Newton with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
DeSilva keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
DeSilva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
The crowd cheers as Newton lands an impressive looking overhand right. DeSilva doesn't seem phased though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva throwing a counter right hand but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down DeSilva rather than just go for the knockout.
DeSilva uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Newton fails in his attempt to clinch.
DeSilva tries to land a front kick but Newton steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A nice inside leg kick there by DeSilva. That's going to slow Newton down. #T2#
An inside leg kick lands from DeSilva.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and DeSilva duly obliges.
DeSilva misses with a hook.
DeSilva stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Newton tries to clinch up but DeSilva circles away and keeps his distance.
DeSilva is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Newton staying out of range there.
A jab from Newton misses.
Newton gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DeSilva.#TD2#
DeSilva gets caught flat footed, as Newton shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Newton wants to pass the guard but DeSilva is keeping the position.
Newton passes DeSilva's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
DeSilva looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but DeSilva is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but DeSilva is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
DeSilva keeping hold of Newton's head, controlling as best he can.
DeSilva wants to control but Newton is keeping busy.
DeSilva is controlling Newton's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but DeSilva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
The fighters are battling for position here. DeSilva manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
DeSilva pulls Newton in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
DeSilva wants to sweep but no luck.
DeSilva keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeSilva is keeping the position for now.
DeSilva looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! DeSilva slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but DeSilva defends it easily.
DeSilva tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard.
DeSilva won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but DeSilva pushes his legs off easily.
DeSilva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SU#
DeSilva gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Mauricio DeSilva dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Newton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. DeSilva defends it nicely.
Newton lunges at DeSilva with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by DeSilva's hand. #TD2#
Newton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is thwarting DeSilva's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but DeSilva is defending well.
DeSilva is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can DeSilva avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
DeSilva tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1##SUB2#
Newton is trying for a kimura here. DeSilva looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Newton wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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Event:
*GC 340 Newton vs Cold
Date: Mar 29, 2020 |
#R1#
Cold throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cold connects with an inside leg kick.
Newton with a hook.
Cold throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Newton avoids the head kick by Cold.
Newton avoids the head kick by Cold.
Cold throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Cold scoring well with a low kick there.
A head kick misses from Cold.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Newton catches Cold with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cold takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Cold uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Cold throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
Cold finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
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!
Cold throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cold makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Newton really felt that one!
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cold tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cold to the ground. Cold escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton swings for the body but Cold moves out of range.
Cold let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A head kick misses from Cold.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Steven Cold is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Newton blocks a head kick by Cold.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cold lands a right hook to the body.
Cold throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cold throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Cold fights it but they end up in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cold working a defensive guard here.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Cold is retaining full guard.
Cold wants to stand up but Newton is controlling him.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Cold is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Cold is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVB##T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cold is aware though and is defending well.
Cold preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Newton has his feet on Cold's thighs here. He's pushed Cold 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! Cold screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 338 Phoenix vs Fortune
Date: Mar 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Dincht stuns Newton with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Dincht is just out of range.
Dincht just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Newton has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dincht finds it's way round the side to connect with Newton's head. #CL#
Newton has taken the fight to the clinch.
Newton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Newton lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dincht scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dincht fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newton tries a body shot but Dincht blocks it.
A frustrated look appears on Dincht's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dincht scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dincht tries to break free but Newton pushes him back against the cage.
Newton misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've been hearing reports that Newton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Dincht presses Newton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Newton.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dincht blocks a body shot from Newton.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dincht. #TD#
Newton has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dincht clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Newton is persistently looking for the submission but Dincht is defending it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton working for a choke but Dincht is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Dincht fending off the submission attempt from Newton. #SUB#
Newton is cranking Dincht's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Dincht! He's tightened the choke and Dincht is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 335 Starker vs Coco
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Orion throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Newton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Newton.
Orion 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#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Newton 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.
Orion throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Orion trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Newton 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.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Newton won't allow Orion to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton advances position into side control!
Orion throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Orion tries to buck Newton off but Newton is having none of it.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Orion, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Orion knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Orion tries to buck Newton off but Newton is having none of it.
Orion manages to get back to half guard.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Newton uses his free foot to push down on Orion's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Orion.
Orion tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.#SUB#
Newton is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Orion to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Orion shrugs it off. #SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 331 Honda vs Hoarse
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Newton drives through and clinches with Nurmy against the cage.
Newton has a couple of punches blocked by Nurmy.
Nurmy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Newton prevents it.
Nurmy pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short right from Nurmy.
Nurmy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Newton avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nurmy has been working on his balance at Westside Martial Arts, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Newton.
Nurmy swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Newton gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nurmy regains guard.
#ES#
Nurmy has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Newton off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Nurmy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nurmy slips a straight right by Newton.
Nice defenses there by Newton.#CL2#
Newton closes the distance and clinches.
Newton lands a body shot.
We've been informed that Newton 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.
Nurmy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Newton.
Nurmy goes for a takedown attempt but Newton pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khalabib Nurmy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nurmy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.#T1#
Newton lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nurmy loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurmy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nurmy takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Nurmy clinches up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Newton. #TD2#
Newton manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Nurmy trying to control the position.
Nurmy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Nurmy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Newton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
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!
Newton advances to full mount. #T2#
Nurmy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nurmy is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Nurmy is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Nurmy is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Nurmy defends it well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nurmy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Nurmy defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Newton. #SUB2#
Newton has hold of Nurmy's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nurmy manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Nurmy is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Nurmy manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Nurmy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nurmy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nurmy doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Nurmy is defending well.
Nurmy is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nurmy trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Nurmy defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Nurmy works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Newton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nurmy.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton lands a head shot.
Nurmy misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nurmy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nurmy darts in looking for a takedown but Newton gets double underhooks and turns Nurmy into the cage.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmy.
#TD2#
Newton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Nurmy tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Nurmy sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nurmy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmy preventing the sweep.
Newton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Nurmy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Newton looking to control.
#SUB2#
Newton has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Nurmy should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Newton has tightened it up now! Nurmy 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 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 328 Steve vs Phoenix
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Dambullah throws a solid leg kick but Newton takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dambullah.
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton digs a good hook to Dambullah's body.
Dambullah looks for the body kick but Newton saw that one coming. #TD#
Dambullah gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Dambullah is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dambullah is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dambullah has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Dambullah controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Dambullah won't allow Newton to sweep him here. #SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dambullah escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control!
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Newton is trying to escape the position but Dambullah is controlling the position.
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Newton's coaches at Roosters Coop 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.
Dambullah trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton can't do much from the bottom here.
Newton is not content to let Dambullah control the position. #T2#
Dambullah tries to advance to mount but can't.
Newton can't do much from the bottom here.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dambullah wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton looks to move to half guard but instead Dambullah has passed into mount! Damn!
Dambullah takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dambullah wants to get back to his feet but Newton is holding on tight.
Newton is desperately trying to improve his position but Dambullah has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dambullah can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Newton is looking to escape.
Dambullah controlling the pace for now.
Newton is working to get back to half guard.
Dambullah controlling from mount.
Newton is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Dambullah is looking to stand but Newton has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Newton sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dambullah not doing much here.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Dambullah trying to control from half guard but Newton is working away.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Dambullah has control of the leg.
Dambullah seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton wants to improve his position but Dambullah is controlling well.
Still in half guard, Dambullah seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Papa Moosh Dambullah 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#
Dambullah keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Newton.
The fighters circling - Newton throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dambullah looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Newton wants to clinch but Dambullah slips to the side
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A punch lands to the side of Dambullah 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Newton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Newton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dambullah makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dambullah thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Newton if he has to take too many more of those.
Dambullah keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dambullah is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Newton with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Newton 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.
A shot to the body from Newton misses
and Dambullah counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dambullah takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Dambullah ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton throws a right hand that misses
and Dambullah counters with a slapping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Dambullah tries to land a front kick but Newton steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Papa Moosh Dambullah is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton throws the left hand but Dambullah avoids the punch easily.
Newton takes one to the side of the head.
Newton digs a good hook to Dambullah's body.
Newton throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
Newton misses with a straight right.
Newton moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromDambullah.
Papa Moosh Dambullah seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Newton getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Newton lands a jab to Dambullah's midsection.
Dambullah lands a jab to the head.
Newton cracks Dambullah with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Dambullah misses.
Newton slips a jab from Dambullah.#T2#
Dambullah throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dambullah just misses with a punch to the body.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dambullah ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dambullah! But no joy.
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!
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dambullah counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dambullah misses the jab.
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dambullah manages to avoid it.
Dambullah lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dambullah swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton swings for the body but Dambullah moves out of range.
Dambullah misses with a body shot.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Dambullah avoids it well and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Dambullah. No joy for Newton on that attempt. #T3#
A slow jab from Newton misses its intended target.
Dambullah throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Dambullah, right into the meat.
Dambullah misses with a body shot.
Newton slips a straight right by Dambullah.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton scores with a body shot.
Dambullah ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
A shot to the body from Newton misses
and Dambullah counters with a good, hard body kick but Newton shrugs it off.
Dambullah on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dambullah. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton fails with the takedown
and Dambullah counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Newton fails with an attempt to clinch.
Newton walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dambullah.
Newton misses with a right hand
and Dambullah cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dambullah moves forwards but Newton connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Newton rushes Dambullah and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Newton scores with a shot to the side of Dambullah's head.
Newton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dambullah tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Dambullah's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dambullah counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
Newton tries to clinch up.
Dambullah uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Dambullah with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Papa Moosh Dambullah showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Newton connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Newton connects with a right hand. Dambullah shakes it off.
Dambullah misses the shot to the body.
Dambullah misses with a body shot.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Dambullah is quick to defend against it.
Dambullah misses with a low kick.
Newton avoids the body shot from Dambullah.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dambullah takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dambullah staying out of range there.
Newton connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dambullah. Dambullah circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Newton lands with a hook. Dambullah tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Newton lands a slapping body shot.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
Dambullah looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Dambullah thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Newton if he has to take too many more of those.
Newton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dambullah counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Newton slips a straight right by Dambullah.
Dambullah waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Newton.
Dambullah on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dambullah throws a wild body kick that Newton sees coming a mile off.
Good leg kick by Dambullah there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dambullah tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dambullah is holding on to half guard well.
Dambullah trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Dambullah regains full guard. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Dambullah is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dambullah manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Dambullah in his guard.#REVB#
Dambullah content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Newton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Dambullah 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 Newton.
Dambullah slows the pace down. #T3#
Newton gets back to half guard.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Dambullah is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Newton is staying active underneath Dambullah, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dambullah looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dambullah prevents Newton from improving his position.
Newton wants to control but Dambullah is keeping busy.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Still in half guard, Dambullah seems content to control.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dambullah passes to side control.
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Dambullah keeps moving and retains side control.
Dambullah slows the pace down.
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 Bill Newton.
I think Dambullah 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Papa Moosh Dambullah!
A relieved looking Papa Moosh Dambullah 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:
GC 326 Dassler vs Torturro
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Newton misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Small on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Newton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Small.
Newton darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Small is just out of range.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Small.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Small avoids it well and moves away.
Newton misses with a lunging right hand
and Small counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #TD#
Newton scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Newton is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Small reverses the position - he's now on top in Newton's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Small won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Small trying to stand up but can't free himself from Newton's guard.#SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Small doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Small manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Small defends it easily.#SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Small is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Small avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Small defends it easily.#SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Small has passed into half guard!
Newton is looking to control Small's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Newton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Small pulls his head out easily.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Small is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Small wants to stand up but Newton has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Newton gets full guard.#SU2#
Small stands and steps away. Newton gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Newton checks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Small throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
A low kick from Small misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Small is keeping the position for now.
Newton prevents Small from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Small is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Small manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Small's guard.
Newton pushes down on Small's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Small looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T4##SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Small doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Newton lands with a right hand.
Newton lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Small rushes Newton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Small swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Newton pushes Small back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Newton lands a body punch in the clinch.
Small throws a head punch that misses.
Small tries to throw a body punch but Newton avoids it by throwing Small back against the cage.
Newton blocks a body shot from Small.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Small controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Newton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smalls head.
A right handed body shot lands from Newton.
Small tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Small working aggressively here.
#T1#
Newton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Small.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Small can do to turn this around?
Newton tries to work over Small's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Small misses with a short punch on the inside.
Newton lands with a left to the head.
Small tries to throw a body punch but Newton avoids it by throwing Small back against the cage.
Small misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Newton.
Small misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Newton lands a body punch in the clinch.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Small controls the action.
Small working aggressively here.
Newton blocking some punches.
Newton prevents a body shot from Small.
Newton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Small misses with some punches.
#TD#
Small is fighting off a takedown attempt but Newton is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Small to the mat. Small regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Small is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Small has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Small must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Small wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Small escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Newton tries to improve position but can't.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU2#
Small stands up and beckons Newton to his feet.
Nice shot by Newton.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Small.
Small takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Small throws a hook to the side of Newton's head but Newton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Newton connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Small momentarily.
Small looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Uriah Small is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Small missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton jabs Small to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Small throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Small steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Newton.#TD#
Newton changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Small looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Small is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Small knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Small is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Newton is controlling him well.#SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Small rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Small!
Newton wants to sweep here but Small controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Newton looking for subs off his back but Small has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
That's time! Newton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Newton misses with a jab to the body
and Small counters with a nice uppercut.
Small has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Newton finds it's way round the side to connect with Small's head.
Newton lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Newton looks for a takedown but Small sprawls well.
Small was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Small slips under a jab from Newton.
Small throws a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Small has his feet on Newton's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Small swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Small manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Small in his guard.#REVB#
Small has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Newton is proving hard to escape from. #T1##SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Small stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton is looking to sweep but instead, Small has passed into half guard.
Newton trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Small manages to pass to mount!
Newton is trying to reverse the position but instead Small has taken his back - oops!
Uriah Small has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Newton is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Newton right now.
Newton wants to control his opponent's hands but Small gets his hands free.
Newton breaks Small's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Small is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newton is controlling him.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Small is keeping the position.
Small really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Newton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Small is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVB#
Small wants to stand but Newton has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T3#
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Small's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton stands and throws Small's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Small is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Newton is controlling him well.#SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Small is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Small is defending well. #T4##SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Small is defending well. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Small, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Small is defending well.
Newton wants to control but Small is keeping him busy.
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 Bill Newton.
Well Newton 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 322 Spud vs The Man
Date: Nov 16, 2019 |
#R1#
The Dog missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The Dog misses with a looping left.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from The Dog.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Dog moves away.#TD2#
Newton fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging The Dog to the ground. Newton is now in The Dog's guard.#SUB2#
Newton 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.
Newton trying to move into half guard but instead The Dog has managed to sweep!#REVR#
The Dog controlling from the top position.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Dog wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Newton looking for subs off his back but The Dog has passed one foot through into half guard.
Newton wants to control but The Dog is keeping busy.
#T1#
Newton wants to improve his position but The Dog is controlling well.
Newton is trying to control but can't.
The Dog thows a huge punch but Newton dodges it nicely.
The Dog thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
The Dog performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The Dog continues to stall.
Nice strikes from The Dog there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton wants to sweep here but The Dog controlling him for the moment.
The Dog not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The Dog has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
The Dog trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Newton working for submissions but it's allowed The Dog to get to half guard.
The Dog missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Newton trying to control here.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
The Dog winds up and cracks Newton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The Dog prevents Newton from improving his position.
The Dog is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The Dog thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The Dog has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Dog wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is staying active underneath The Dog, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Newton tries to get to full guard but The Dog has control of the leg.
The Dog throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The Dog thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The Dog 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.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
The Dog stalling.
The Dog trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T4#
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
The Dog is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Newton defends it well.
The Dog working over Newton with some ground and pound. Newton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Newton gets full guard.
The Dog showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The Dog trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton has The Dog pulled in close to control his posture.
Newton 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jake The Dog 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#
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
The Dog takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from The Dog, right into the meat.
The Dog throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but The Dog is just out of range.
The Dog throws a hook but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The Dog swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton thuds a left hand into The Dog's body.
The Dog scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nice shot by Newton.
Newton darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton staying out of range there.#T1#
The Dog throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
The Dog throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Newton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Dog's guard.#SUB2#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! The Dog is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVR#
The Dog being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The Dog controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jake The Dog overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The Dog connects with a couple of short punches.
The Dog scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The Dog loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The Dog looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
The Dog preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but The Dog is proving a slippery customer.
The Dog is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The Dog makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Newton looking to control.
The Dog trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Dog cracks Newton with a solid left hand.
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet.
The Dog sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Newton is trying to keep The Dog in close.
The Dog looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Newton looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but The Dog puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Newton keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Newton is pressing down on The Dog's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The Dog trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Dog looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The Dog trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Dog wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but The Dog is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
The Dog got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, The Dog has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Dog defends well.
The Dog looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Dog stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
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 Jake The Dog 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
The Dog swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. The Dog did well to prevent Newton getting side control.#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The Dog flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Newton tries to pass to full mount but The Dog defends it. #SUB2#
The Dog is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Dog sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Dog is looking to improve his position.
The Dog moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1##SUB#
The Dog looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Dog is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The Dog tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but The Dog defends the submission attempt.#T2#
The Dog wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but The Dog is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Newton is pressing down on The Dog's thigh, looking to free his foot. The Dog is holding on for now.
The Dog gets full guard.
Newton slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newton wants to pass the guard but The Dog is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Dog sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
The Dog wants to control but Newton is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The Dog tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
Newton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but The Dog is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but The Dog is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, The Dog has worked his arm free - good work by The Dog!
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
You can see the frustration on The Dog's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
The Dog is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Newton off and has taken his back!
Newton rolls, trying to escape but The Dog keeps control of the position.
The referee is taking a good look at Newton as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from The Dog!
The Dog lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Newton is in bad spot here.
Newton prevents The Dog from getting a body triangle.
Newton tries to break free.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton breaks The Dog's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bill Newton comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think The Dog 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jake The Dog!
After the fight, Jake The Dog was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
GC 319 De Barros vs Bianchi
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Newton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Newton lands with a shot to the body.
Newton throws a lazy uppercut
and Sanchez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Newton takes one to the chin there.
Sanchez throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Newton lands a jab to Sanchez's midsection.
A swing and a miss from Sanchez.
Newton checks a low kick from Sanchez.
Sanchez misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Newton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sanchez's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Sanchez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanchez is controlling Newton's posture.
Newton postures up.
#T1#
Newton is pushing down on Sanchez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sanchez is fighting to maintain full guard but Newton has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Sanchez is defending the position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sanchez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Sanchez trying to control here.
Sanchez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Newton pushing down on Sanchez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sanchez tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Sanchez is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Sanchez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Sanchez trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
Newton prevents Sanchez from improving his position.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sanchez is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Sanchez frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Newton working for a submission but Sanchez is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Newton has control of Sanchez's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Sanchez regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Sanchez tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.#T3##SUB2#
Newton has control of Sanchez's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Sanchez regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB2#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sanchez manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Newton has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB2#
Newton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Newton has hold of Sanchez's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sanchez manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Sanchez prevents any damage by holding on tight.#T4##SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a guillotine from mount but Sanchez frees his head quite easily.
Newton avoids the attempt from Sanchez to control.#SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Sanchez is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can.
Sanchez gets back to half guard.
Sanchez moves into full guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanchez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton 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.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Sanchez.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanchez.
Newton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sanchez.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanchez.
Jesus Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanchez misses with a body shot.
Sanchez shoots in for a double leg but Newton sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sanchez bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sanchez enables Newton to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sanchez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sanchez working a defensive guard here.
Sanchez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Sanchez is keeping the position.
Newton passes into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Newton 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.
Sanchez tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
Sanchez manages to get to full guard.
Sanchez trying to control the position.
Sanchez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Newton's guard. #REVR#
Sanchez trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T2#
Newton is trying to keep Sanchez in close.
Sanchez being controlled here momentarily.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sanchez.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sanchez is one step ahead there.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sanchez manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Sanchez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3#
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sanchez seems keen to control Newton's posture.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanchez is keeping the position for now.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Sanchez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanchez is keeping the position for now.
Sanchez is trying to keep Newton in close.
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sanchez's guard. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sanchez defends it well.
Sanchez trying to control from the bottom.
#T4##SUB#
Sanchez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton works his way into full mount!
Sanchez 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton 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#
The fighters circling - Sanchez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton looks for a takedown but Sanchez sprawls well.
Newton misses with a straight left.
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
Sanchez misses with a looping left.
Sanchez connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Newton throws a body punch but Sanchez moves out of range. #CL#
Newton tries to keep at a distance but Sanchez has taken the fight into the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Sanchez has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Newton - that landed with a thud.
Sanchez trying to land knees to the body.
Newton fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jesus Sanchez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sanchez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sanchez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Newton backwards. #T1#
Newton managing to block the knees to the body from Sanchez.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Sanchez controls his hands.
#TD#
Sanchez decides to pull guard.
Newton works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Newton is thwarting Sanchez's attempts to control the position.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Sanchez is defending the position. #SUB#
Sanchez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily.
Sanchez tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sanchez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jesus Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sanchez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Newton prevents Sanchez from improving his position.
Sanchez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!
Newton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sanchez thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Newton trying to hold on to Sanchez's head to control him but Sanchez postures up.
#T3#
Sanchez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Newton with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Newton has hold of Sanchez's hands but Sanchez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Newton is defending against the submission attempts here by Sanchez.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanchez is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Sanchez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sanchez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sanchez looking to pass the guard.
Sanchez landing with the ground and pound.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Sanchez wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Sanchez is keeping the position.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Newton advances to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanchez moves into full guard.
Sanchez keeping moving, preventing Newton from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sanchez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jesus Sanchez showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Newton 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
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Event:
GAMMA#793 Fungus v Cole
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Sodergren throws a chopping leg kick but Newton manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've been hearing reports that Newton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sodergren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sodergren fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Newton has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Sodergren moved out of range.
Sodergren throws a leg kick which misses Newton's front leg but catches the back leg as Newton tries to avoid it.
Sodergren throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
Sodergren drops his hands momentarily and Newton takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Newton connects with a body shot that sends Sodergren's belly button to the back.
Sodergren will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Newton checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sodergren throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Sodergren is quick to defend against it.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Sodergren now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Newton cracks Sodergren with a right hand to the side of the head.
Newton shoots in but Sodergren avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1##CL2#
Sodergren has Newton up against the cage in a clinch.
Newton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sodergren's elbow.
A short right from Newton.
A right handed body shot lands from Sodergren.
Sodergren lands a right hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Sodergren working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Newton.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Sodergren pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Basten Sodergren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Basten Sodergren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Sodergren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sodergren takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Newton manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Sodergren on his heels. He'll look to pass Sodergren's guard now, I'm sure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sodergren is looking to stand up but Newton isn't so interested in that idea.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Sodergren slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB#
Sodergren wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Sodergren from standing up. #SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sodergren doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sodergren manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newton is trying to hold Sodergren in close to prevent damage but Sodergren has managed to pass into half guard.
Sodergren passes the guard and advances to mount! #T3#
Sodergren controlling the pace for now.
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Sodergren controlling his opponent.
Newton tries to lock up and control but Sodergren gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sodergren sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Newton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Newton wants to control but Sodergren is having none of it.
Newton bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Sodergren is retaining full guard.
Sodergren is controlling Newton's posture.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Basten Sodergren will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Sodergren connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Newton's hands.
Sodergren throws a solid leg kick but Newton takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sodergren.
Newton takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sodergren misses with an uppercut. Newton saw that one coming.
Sodergren defending well as Newton loads up on a big left hand.
Sodergren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sodergren moves away from the strike by Newton.
Sodergren throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sodergren throws a hook to the side of Newton's head but Newton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Sodergren is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sodergren swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Basten Sodergren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sodergren throws a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Newton passes to full mount! #T1##SUB#
Newton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Sodergren really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Sodergren is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Sodergren has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Sodergren!
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU2#
Sodergren stands up and waves to Newton to follow him. #T2#
Newton closes the distance looking to clinch
and Sodergren connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sodergren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sodergren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Sodergren throws a head kick but Newton moves out of range.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sodergren misses with a leg kick. #CL#
Newton closes the distance and clinches.
A short uppercut from Sodergren.
Sodergren throws a head punch that misses.
Newton is trying to drag Sodergren to the mat but Sodergren just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Newton misses with a punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
A bit of stalling here from Sodergren.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Sodergren controls the action.
Newton tries to pull guard but Sodergren forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Newton takes a shot to the head.
Sodergren lands an uppercut.
Sodergren scores with a shoulder strike.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sodergren is leaning against Newton and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Newton tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sodergren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sodergren scores with a hook to the body.
A shot in the inside from Sodergren.
Sodergren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sodergren lands with a right to the head.
Sodergren makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A hook to the body from Sodergren.
Sodergren working aggressively here.
Basten Sodergren seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sodergren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Sodergren misses with a body punch.
Newton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sodergren pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Sodergren breaks the clinch.
Sodergren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sodergren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Newton dips to his left and cracks Sodergren with an uppercut!
Sodergren looks to land a body kick but Newton moved away.
A jab lands there for Sodergren.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Newton.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sodergren.
Sodergren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Some wild striking there from Sodergren.
Newton takes a swing at Sodergren's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Basten Sodergren showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
A big right from Newton misses.
Newton is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Sodergren counter with a right hand.
Newton fails with the takedown.
Newton shoots for a double leg takedown but Sodergren sprawls well. He's pushed Newton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton takes one on the button.
Sodergren throws a front kick that sends Newton stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sodergren.
Sodergren lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sodergren goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Sodergren counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Sodergren just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton cracks Sodergren with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sodergren blocks a jab.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Newton misses the body punch
and Sodergren counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sodergren misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Newton.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sodergren is keeping the position for now.
Sodergren is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Sodergren is retaining full guard.
Newton works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sodergren is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Sodergren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sodergren sees it coming and defends easily.
Sodergren wants to get back to his feet.
Sodergren is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sodergren avoid being mounted?
Sodergren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Sodergren defending well. #T3##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sodergren is trying to stand.
Sodergren works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sodergren looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sodergren looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sodergren! #REVB##SU2#
Sodergren decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Sodergren chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Basten Sodergren is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Sodergren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Sodergren tries a quick counter leg kick but Newton is wise to it.
Sodergren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Newton stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sodergren.
Sodergren misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Sodergren lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Newton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sodergren scores with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sodergren throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.
Sodergren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
Sodergren works Newton's body with a nice hook.#CL2#
Sodergren has managed to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Basten Sodergren comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sodergren 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Basten Sodergren!
A very excited looking Basten Sodergren 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:
GAMMA#789 Curry v Spike 2
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Newton takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
Imbula is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Newton lands an overhand right.
Imbula swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Imbula is looking to counter with a body kick.
Imbula lands with a good body shot.
Imbula swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Imbula's shoulder, as Imbula tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Imbula misses with a wild body shot.
Imbula takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Newton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Newton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##CL2#
Imbula tries to keep at a distance but Newton has taken the fight into the clinch.
Imbula doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton lands a body shot.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Imbula controls his hands.
Imbula goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Imbula blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Newton lands a left hand that snaps the head of Imbula backwards.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2#
Newton has Imbula pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Newton pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Imbula tumbling to the mat - Newton dives into Imbula's guard.
Newton advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Imbula is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Imbula, who protects the arm well. #T2##SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura but Imbula is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Imbula, who protects the arm well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Imbula manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Newton is thwarting Imbula's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Imbula is defending it quite comfortably.
Imbula is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Imbula trying to keep a closed guard but Newton is proving a slippery customer.
Newton passes into half guard.
Imbula is looking to improve his position.
Imbula moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newton being controlled here momentarily.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB#
Imbula has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Imbula had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newton defends it easily.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Imbula swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Imbula working a defensive guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Imbula tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Newton advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Imbula throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Imbula half committed to a counter leg kick.
Newton throws a poor cross that misses
and Imbula counters with a good low kick that Newton was not able to check.
Imbula misses with an attempted mid kick.
Imbula throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Imbula with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Newton to score with a decent uppercut.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Imbula tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Imbula lands a nice looking body shot.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Imbula lands a leg kick that knocks Newton off balance momentarily.
Imbula misses with a wild body shot. #T1##CL2#
Newton moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch on the inside from Imbula fails to land.
Imbula misses with a punch to the body.
Newton tries to pull guard but Imbula holds him up against the cage and eventually Newton drops back down to his feet.
Newton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Newton tries to pull guard but Imbula won't allow it.
Imbula swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Newton.
Newton lands a left hand that snaps the head of Imbula backwards.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Imbula avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Newton prevents a body shot from Imbula.
Newton stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Imbula.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Imbula.
Newton lands with a light punch inside.
A short body shot lands from Newton as the two fighters clinch.
Imbula digs a right hand underneath Newton's ribcage. Newton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Imbula working aggressively here.
Imbula blocking some punches.
#T2#
Imbula misses with a hook to the ribs.
Imbula blocks a body shot from Newton.
Imbula misses with a punch to the body.
Imbula misses with a short punch on the inside.
Newton lands a body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton jumps guard but Imbula stands there with Newton around his waist. Newton gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Cheik Imbula has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Imbula lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Newton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Imbulas head.
Imbula lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Newton blocks a body shot from Imbula.
Bill Newton seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Imbula blocks a body shot from Newton.
A nice right hand lands inside from Newton.
Imbula doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Imbula lands with a light punch inside.
Imbula throws a punch but it's blocked by Newton.
Imbula misses with a punch on the inside.
#T3#
Imbula lands an uppercut.
Newton blocks an uppercut.
Newton blocks an uppercut.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Imbula controls his hands.
Newton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Newton has Imbula pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Newton pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Imbula tumbling to the mat - Newton dives into Imbula's guard.#SUB#
Imbula has his foot on Newton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Newton works his way back into a safe position though.
Imbula trying to control the position.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Imbula is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Imbula is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton keeping full guard, as Imbula tries to pass. #SUB#
Imbula thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Imbula is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Imbula 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.
Imbula looking to pass the guard.
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 Cheik Imbula will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Imbula clinches up with Newton and pushes him back against the cage.
Imbula lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Imbula goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Imbula misses with the head strike.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Imbula avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage. #TD2#
Newton manages to pull guard.
Imbula forces his way into half guard.
Imbula wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Imbula has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Imbula from controlling successfully.
Newton seems keen to control Imbula's posture.#T1#
Imbula pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Imbula trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Imbula won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Imbula wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Imbula looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Imbula manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Imbula in his guard.#REVR#
Newton keeping full guard, as Imbula tries to pass. #T2#
Newton keeping moving, preventing Imbula from controlling successfully.
Imbula throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Newton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Imbula stands and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Newton tries to bench press Imbula off him but Imbula keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Imbula is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Imbula working the ground and pound.
Imbula is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Imbula wants to pass to mount but Newton is defending the position.
Imbula sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Newton defending well though. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Newton is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Imbula jumps into side control!
Newton is trying to improve his position.
Imbula trying to control the position but Newton is working away.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Newton is not content to let Imbula control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton can't do much from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cheik Imbula showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Imbula 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cheik Imbula!
A very excited looking Cheik Imbula 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:
GAMMA#786 Curry v Pony
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Newton thuds his right hand into Staal's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD#
Staal darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Staal working over Newton with some ground and pound. Newton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Staal not doing much here.
Staal is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Newton trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Staal has control of the leg.
Newton taking some punishment here, with Staal in his half guard. #T1#
Newton wants to improve his position but Staal is controlling well.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Staal sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Newton is looking to control Staal's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?
Staal landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Staal winds up and cracks Newton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Staal in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Staal working Newton over with strikes.
Newton trying to hold on to Staal's head to control him but Staal postures up.
Well, if Staal 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.
Newton is holding on to half guard well.
Staal wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
Newton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Staal is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Staal is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton trying to control here.
Newton 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.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Newton wants to control but Staal is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Staal looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Staal takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Staal lands a body shot.
Staal scores with a kick to the body.
Staal misses with a straight right.
Staal tries a head kick but it misses.
Staal lands a nice leg kick that just misses Newton's sensitive parts.
Newton lands a glancing blow to the side of Staal's head.
Newton blocks a head kick by Staal.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
Staal avoids the body shot from Newton.
#TD#
Newton gets caught napping as Staal dives in and scores a takedown. Newton manages to retain guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Staal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Staal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Staal won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Staal from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Staal wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Staal dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Staal misses with a two punch combination.
Staal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Newton to score with a decent uppercut.
Newton checks a leg kick nicely.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Staal.
Staal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A leg kick checked by Newton.
Staal misses with a hook.
Staal pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Staal throws a low kick but it's checked well by Newton.
Staal throws a head kick but Newton moves out of range.
Staal throws a jab but it's blocked by Newton.
Staal throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Staal does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Newton connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Staal's hands.
A telegraphed right hand from Staal misses the target.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Staal scores with a jab to the body.
Newton moves out of range as Staal strikes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Newton, as that shot connected.
Newton goes for a double leg but Staal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Staal continues to drive forward.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Staal's corner calls for a 1-2. Staal obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Staal throws a sloppy head kick and Newton moves out of range easily.
Staal tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Newton defends well and Staal ends up having to push Newton into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Staal throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Staal ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Staal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Staal's shoulder, as Staal tries to avoid the shot.
Newton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Newton throws a big shot that misses.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Staal at a distance.
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Newton tries to clinch up but Staal circles away and keeps his distance.
Staal misses with a body shot.
Staal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Staal loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.#T3##CL2#
Newton has managed to clinch.
Staal blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Newton lands a nice uppercut.
Staal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
Staal scores with a shoulder strike.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Staal has Newton pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Staal pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Newton tumbling to the mat - Staal dives into Newton's guard.
Staal wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Staal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Newton looking to control.
Staal controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Staal wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #T4#
Newton looking to control.
Staal's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Staal is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Staal throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
Staal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Staal feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Newton's calf.
Staal is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Staal misses with a low kick.
Staal throws out a powerful jab.
Staal throws the kick towards the body but Newton avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Staal. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton with the counter takedown but Staal avoids it easily.
Staal looks for a takedown but Newton sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Staal dominated that second round.
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#
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Staal does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Staal misses the target.
Newton moves out of range of the leg kick from Staal.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Eric Staal is winning the standup battle so far.
Staal throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Staal misses with a body shot.
Newton punishes Staal's body with a nice straight punch.
Newton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Newton.
A swing and a miss from Staal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Staal moves away.
Staal fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Newton is out of range.
Newton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice takedown defense from Newton. No joy for Staal on that attempt. #T1#
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Staal.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Staal defends it well.
Staal moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Staal is defending it quite comfortably.
Staal is looking to improve his position.
Staal keeping control of the position.
Staal trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Staal 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.#T2#
Newton wants to pass the guard but Staal is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Staal slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVR#
Newton is trying to control the position but Staal postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Staal lands a couple of digs.
Staal wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.#T3#
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Staal is one step ahead there.
Staal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Staal defends it easily.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Staal is proving a slippery customer.
Eric Staal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Staal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Staal won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton has his hands on Staal's head, controlling the position.
Staal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Donk. Staal catches Newton right on the button with a cross.
Newton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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 Eric Staal.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Staal, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Staal!
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Event:
GAMMA#783 Curry v Boagrius
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Newton needs to keep his hands up - Ekstrovertti had a free shot at his head there.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Ekstrovertti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Newton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ekstrovertti throws a leg kick that misses.
Newton misses with a shot to the body
and Ekstrovertti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Newton looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ekstrovertti was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Ekstrovertti misses the shot to the body.
Ekstrovertti throws a chopping leg kick but Newton manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton takes a swing at Ekstrovertti's ribcage but misses.
Newton checks a low kick from Ekstrovertti.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekstrovertti looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Newton takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ekstrovertti throws a jab but it's blocked by Newton.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
Ekstrovertti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ekstrovertti throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton wants to clinch.#T1#
Ekstrovertti lands a jab-cross combination.
Ekstrovertti cracks Newton with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ekstrovertti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vertti Ekstrovertti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ekstrovertti throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Ekstrovertti looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Ekstrovertti throws a nice outside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Ekstrovertti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekstrovertti misses with an uppercut.
Ekstrovertti lands a nice leg kick that just misses Newton's sensitive parts. #T2#
Newton blocks a leg kick.
Ekstrovertti throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekstrovertti uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Newton has time to react.
Ekstrovertti slips a jab from Newton.
It seemed like Ekstrovertti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Newton is looking to wear down Ekstrovertti with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#TD#
Newton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ekstrovertti!
Ekstrovertti tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ekstrovertti wants to control but Newton postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Newton working away.#T3##SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Ekstrovertti sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard.
Ekstrovertti is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ekstrovertti with a flurry of punches that miss.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Newton holds on and takes a little breather.
Ekstrovertti stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ekstrovertti's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ekstrovertti dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Ekstrovertti lands a couple of elbows.
Ekstrovertti won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Ekstrovertti trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Newton wants to hit a switch here but Ekstrovertti passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Newton there!
Ekstrovertti lands a nice shot to the head.
Ekstrovertti connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekstrovertti avoids the attempt from Newton to control.
Ekstrovertti lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ekstrovertti has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Newton's face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ekstrovertti putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Ekstrovertti can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Newton is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Ekstrovertti wants to finish this one by submission but Newton is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Ekstrovertti.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vertti Ekstrovertti dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ekstrovertti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ekstrovertti slaps away a takedown attempt from Newton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ekstrovertti throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Ekstrovertti defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ekstrovertti is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekstrovertti is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.#T1##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Ekstrovertti defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura here but Ekstrovertti manages to reverse the position and he's now in Newton's guard.
Ekstrovertti throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Newton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Newton has his hands on Ekstrovertti's head, controlling the position.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ekstrovertti manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T2#
Newton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura but Ekstrovertti is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ekstrovertti is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ekstrovertti holding on.
Newton advances nicely into full mount.
Ekstrovertti 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.
Ekstrovertti bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Ekstrovertti is looking to pass into half guard but Newton pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Newton is in guard.#REVR##T3##SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ekstrovertti dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Newton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ekstrovertti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ekstrovertti's guard. #REVR#
Ekstrovertti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ekstrovertti is keeping the position for now.
Ekstrovertti controls Newton momentarily but Newton frees himself.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Ekstrovertti is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Newton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ekstrovertti escapes and throws Newton's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T4#
Newton tries to buck Ekstrovertti off but Ekstrovertti is having none of it.
Ekstrovertti throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Newton is trying to control Ekstrovertti's posture but Ekstrovertti avoids it.
Newton prevents Ekstrovertti from improving position.
Newton is not content to let Ekstrovertti control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
That's time! Newton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Ekstrovertti throws a head kick that Newton semi-blocks.
Ekstrovertti lands a jab to Newton's midsection.
Ekstrovertti tried to score with a low kick but Newton checks it.
Newton misses with a left hand
and Ekstrovertti counters with a stiff right hand.
Newton blocks a head kick by Ekstrovertti.
Vertti Ekstrovertti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ekstrovertti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ekstrovertti.
A head kick by Ekstrovertti misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Ekstrovertti is defending well.
#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ekstrovertti doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Ekstrovertti is doing well to control the position and prevent Newton from advancing to side control.
Newton wants to advance to full mount but Ekstrovertti doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Newton postures up.
Ekstrovertti 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 crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ekstrovertti working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ekstrovertti dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Newton working for submissions but it's allowed Ekstrovertti to get to half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ekstrovertti is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Newton sees it coming and defends easily.
Newton trying to control from the bottom.
Newton is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ekstrovertti is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Ekstrovertti is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ekstrovertti thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Newton's head.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ekstrovertti won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton has control of Ekstrovertti's left arm, preventing Ekstrovertti from doing any damage.
Ekstrovertti won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ekstrovertti lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ekstrovertti in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ekstrovertti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton 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#
Ekstrovertti wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ekstrovertti defends it well.
Ekstrovertti tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ekstrovertti is concentrating on defense, preventing Newton from advancing position.
Ekstrovertti regains full guard. Nicely done.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Ekstrovertti is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vertti Ekstrovertti.
I think Ekstrovertti 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 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vertti Ekstrovertti!
In his post fight interview, Vertti Ekstrovertti started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
GC 302
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Lopez walks into a left hand.
Newton scores with a nice strike.
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Lopez scores with a sloppy right hand. Newton should have avoided that one.
Lopez misses with a looping left.
Newton has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
Lopez slips under a jab from Newton.
Lopez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Despite the aggression on Lopez's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Newton slips a jab from Lopez.
Lopez jabs at Newton's body.
Newton scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Lopez throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lopez throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lopez is looking to improve his position.
Lopez trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lopez has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Lopez 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.#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lopez sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Lopez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Lopez is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Lopez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lopez manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Lopez's guard.
Lopez keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lopez trying to keep a closed guard but Newton is proving a slippery customer.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lopez dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Newton seems keen to control Lopez's posture.#SUB#
Newton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4##SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lopez defends well.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's time! Newton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Newton scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nate Lopez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lopez connects with the punch.#TD#
Lopez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Newton to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lopez keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Newton manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Lopez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Lopez wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Newton controls Lopez momentarily but Lopez frees himself.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lopez's guard. #REVR#
Newton advances position into side control!
Lopez is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Newton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T2##SUB#
Lopez is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Lopez gets back to full guard.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Lopez trying to control the position here.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Newton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lopez stops Newton from passing to mount.
Lopez struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lopez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lopez has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
Lopez manages to work his way to half guard, despite Newton's best efforts.#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Lopez defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lopez actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez is looking to improve his position.
Lopez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lopez.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopez with a nice cross.
Newton scores with a jab to the jaw.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lopez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Newton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lopez swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Newton needs to keep his hands up - Lopez had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Lopez is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lopez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lopez tries to buck Newton off but Newton is having none of it.#SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lopez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T2#
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton has his hands on Lopez's head, controlling the position.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lopez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Newton is controlling Lopez's posture.
Lopez won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lopez swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lopez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Newton.
#T4#
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton slips a jab from Lopez.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Newton closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lopez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Newton trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Lopez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton wants to improve his position but Lopez is controlling well.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
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 Bill Newton.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Newton, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
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Event:
GC 299
Date: Jun 15, 2019 |
#R1#
A big right from Lopez misses.
A lazy left from Newton finds it's target.
Lopez misses with a looping left.
Newton lands with a good body shot.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lopez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Newton throws the left hand but Lopez avoids the punch easily.
Lopez scores with the left hand. Newton knows he should have avoided that one.
Lopez misses the jab.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A cross from Lopez lands.
Newton lands with a nice body punch.
We've been told by Lopez's head coaches at Mary Gracies Jiu Jitsu that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lopez throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Lopez.
Nice shot lands for Newton.#T1#
Lopez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lopez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopez throwing a counter right hand but Newton manages to avoid it.
Lopez throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Lopez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Lopez!
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lopez manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.
Lopez controlling the position.
Newton passes Lopez's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Lopez is defending well.
Lopez is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Lopez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3##SUB2#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Lopez defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lopez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Newton 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##T4#
Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lopez!
Lopez is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lopez has worked his arm free - good work by Lopez!
Lopez is looking for a sweep.
Newton passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lopez! #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Lopez is on top in guard.
Newton keeping full guard, as Lopez tries to pass.
Lopez won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Newton has closed the distance and engaged Lopez in a clinch.
Nate Lopez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Newton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lopez backwards.
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lopez lands an uppercut.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Lopez.
A head punch on the inside from Newton fails to land.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Lopez avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Newton wants a takedown.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lopez lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Newton lands a body shot.
Lopez swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Newton tries a body shot but Lopez blocks it.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Lopez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Newton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Newton there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lopez misses with an uppercut.
Nate Lopez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Lopez misses the target.
Newton with the counter takedown but Lopez avoids it easily.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lopez.
Lopez missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lopez misses with a hook to the body
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lopez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lopez has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Lopez trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton trying to control the position.
#T2#
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lopez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Lopez passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Newton is trying to maintain the position but Lopez is very close to passing his half guard.
Newton 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.
Newton is looking for a sweep. Lopez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Newton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lopez stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton is looking to sweep but instead, Lopez has passed into half guard.
#T3##SUB#
Lopez wants to work for an arm triangle but Newton is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Newton is trying to maintain the position but Lopez is very close to passing his half guard.
Lopez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Newton!
Lopez trying to control but Newton is having none of it.
Lopez is trying to take his opponent's back.
Lopez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Newton is just holding on here. Lopez manages to take his back.
Newton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Lopez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Newton!
Lopez prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newton has given up his back here. Will Lopez look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Lopez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nate Lopez dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lopez throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Nate Lopez is winning the standup battle so far.
Newton misses with a lunging right hand
letting Lopez counter with a right hand.
Newton connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lopez momentarily.
Lopez misses with a looping right.
A jab lands there for Lopez.
Lopez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newton slips under a jab from Lopez.
Lopez scores with a nice strike.
Lopez swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Lopez is retaining full guard.
Newton passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lopez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lopez, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Lopez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Newton moves into full mount! #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar but Lopez turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lopez.
Newton is trying to keep Lopez in close.
#T2#
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lopez won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Lopez looking to sit in guard and control but Newton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lopez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lopez has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Lopez trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T3#
Lopez being controlled here momentarily.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lopez is one step ahead there.
Lopez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lopez looking to pass the guard.
Lopez is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Lopez stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lopez defends well.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lopez drops back, looking for a kneebar! Newton looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Newton looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Newton! #REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Newton 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
GC 294
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Heikkinen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Newton stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Heikkinen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kaino Heikkinen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Heikkinen loads up on a big right hand but Newton slips the punch.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Heikkinen lands with a nice body punch.
Newton slips a straight right by Heikkinen.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Newton pushes Heikkinen up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Newton jumps guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Newton holds on and takes a little breather.
Heikkinen controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heikkinen won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton working for submissions but it's allowed Heikkinen to get to half guard.
Newton is looking to control Heikkinen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?#T1#
Heikkinen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Heikkinen is working away from the top position though.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Newton controls Heikkinen momentarily but Heikkinen frees himself. #SUB#
Heikkinen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Newton holds on and takes a little breather.
Heikkinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Heikkinen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Newton 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#
Newton working for a triangle but Heikkinen defends it easily.
Newton wants to control but Heikkinen passes easily into half guard.
Newton is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Doherty's Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Newton preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Heikkinen is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Newton!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Newton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Heikkinen tries to control but Newton wriggling away.
Heikkinen avoids the attempt from Newton to control.
Heikkinen looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Heikkinen prevents Newton from getting the reversal.
Heikkinen trying to control but Newton is having none of it.
Newton wants to hold on but Heikkinen pushes him away.
Heikkinen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton is in all sorts of trouble here.
Heikkinen content just to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaino Heikkinen dominated that round.
That's time! Newton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Heikkinen missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Heikkinen moves out of range of the strikes.
Heikkinen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Newton cracks Heikkinen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Heikkinen scores with a decent looking hook.
Heikkinen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton misses with a hook
and Heikkinen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Heikkinen cracks Newton with an open hand slap.
Heikkinen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Heikkinen throws a leg kick #TD#
and Newton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Heikkinen's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Heikkinen dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Heikkinen wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Heikkinen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Heikkinen won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Heikkinen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Heikkinen looking to pass the guard.
Newton is pulling down on Heikkinen's head to control his posture.
Heikkinen stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Heikkinen slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB#
Heikkinen is pushing down on Newton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Newton is fighting to maintain full guard but Heikkinen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Newton is holding on to half guard well.
Heikkinen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Newton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Newton wants to improve his position but Heikkinen is controlling well.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Heikkinen wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Heikkinen from controlling successfully.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heikkinen's guard. #REVR##T3#
Heikkinen keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Heikkinen looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Heikkinen looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Heikkinen! #REVB#
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Heikkinen working away.
Heikkinen tries to advance to mount but Newton denies him.
Heikkinen is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Newton tries to buck Heikkinen off but Heikkinen is having none of it.#T4#
Heikkinen working away.
Heikkinen is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Newton is trying to control Heikkinen's posture but Heikkinen avoids it.
Newton looking for a sweep but Heikkinen has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Newton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Heikkinen controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaino Heikkinen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Heikkinen's shoulder, as Heikkinen tries to avoid the shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Heikkinen misses.
Donk. Newton catches Heikkinen right on the button with a cross.
Heikkinen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Heikkinen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Newton misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Heikkinen misses its intended target.
Good standup being displayed there by Newton as he connects with a hook.
Heikkinen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Heikkinen misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heikkinen throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Heikkinen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Heikkinen rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Heikkinen! #T1##SU2#
Heikkinen stands up and waves to Newton to follow him.
Newton moves forwards but Heikkinen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kaino Heikkinen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heikkinen was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Heikkinen throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton throws an overhand right that lands on Heikkinen's shoulder, as Heikkinen tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Heikkinen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Heikkinen throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Heikkinen doesn't seem bothered though.
Newton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Heikkinen.#TD#
Newton drives through with a takedown into Heikkinen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2#
Heikkinen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Heikkinen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Heikkinen keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton stands and throws Heikkinen's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Heikkinen has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Heikkinen.#T3#
Heikkinen works to advance to full mount. Newton defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Heikkinen looking to control and managing it successfully.
Newton is looking to get to half guard.
Heikkinen manages to capitalize on a mistake by Newton to take his back!
Newton tries to escape the position.
#T4#
Heikkinen not allowing Newton to control his hands.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Newton trying to control the position but Heikkinen manages to sink in the hooks.
Heikkinen really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Newton.
Newton tries to escape the position.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Heikkinen struggling to keep hold of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaino Heikkinen really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Heikkinen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Heikkinen throws a hook but Newton blocks it.
Heikkinen throws a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Heikkinen defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Heikkinen is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Heikkinen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Heikkinen sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Heikkinen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1##SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Heikkinen is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Heikkinen is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Heikkinen defends it well.
Heikkinen works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Heikkinen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Newton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Heikkinen is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Newton, into his guard. #REVB#
Newton keeping moving, preventing Heikkinen from controlling successfully.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Newton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Heikkinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Heikkinen forces his way into half guard.
Newton is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Heikkinen jumps into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton tries to buck Heikkinen off but Heikkinen is having none of it.
Heikkinen works to advance to full mount. Newton defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SU2#
Heikkinen get's back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Kaino Heikkinen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!
#R5#
Heikkinen misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Heikkinen fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
Heikkinen scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Heikkinen, right into the meat.
Heikkinen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Newton. Newton circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Heikkinen is just out of range.#TD#
Newton drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Heikkinen is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Heikkinen has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Newton has his foot on Heikkinen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Heikkinen works his way back into a safe position though.
Newton is pulling down on Heikkinen's head. It's preventing any offense from Heikkinen, at least for the moment.#T1#
Heikkinen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heikkinen's guard. #REVR#
Newton wants to pass the guard but Heikkinen is keeping the position.
Heikkinen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newton is controlling him. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Heikkinen manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Heikkinen in his guard.#REVB#
Heikkinen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Newton pulls Heikkinen in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Heikkinen 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.
Heikkinen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Newton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Heikkinen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton looking to control.
#T3#
Heikkinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton 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.
Kaino Heikkinen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Heikkinen controls the pace.
Kaino Heikkinen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newton looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Heikkinen is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Heikkinen can't keep his opponent in guard - Newton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Heikkinen is defending well.
Heikkinen is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Heikkinen defends the submission attempt.
Heikkinen is looking to improve his position.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton throwing shots but Heikkinen is blocking nicely.
Newton missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
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 Bill Newton.
I think Heikkinen 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 46:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kaino Heikkinen!
Kaino Heikkinen is the new middleweight champion!
An out of breath Kaino Heikkinen 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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#R1##TD#
Newton throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Sinytsyn was covering up waiting for the punch and Newton finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sinytsyn keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton won't allow Sinytsyn to get back to his feet.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Sinytsyn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sinytsyn will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Sinytsyn.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sinytsyn wants to stand and escape but Newton is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Sinytsyn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sinytsyn manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Sinytsyn's guard.
Newton advances to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sinytsyn is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton stops Sinytsyn from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sinytsyn is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sinytsyn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Sinytsyn 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.#SUB#
Sinytsyn is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB#
Sinytsyn is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sinytsyn is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold.
Sinytsyn tries to kick Newton off but Newton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Sinytsyn pushes Newton off and gets back to his feet.
Sinytsyn misses with a wild body shot.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Newton moves out of range as Sinytsyn throws a body kick.
Newton connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sinytsyn. Sinytsyn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sinytsyn throws a series of punches but Newton avoids them all with ease.
Sinytsyn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sinytsyn tries to land a front kick but Newton steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Sinytsyn is quick to defend against it.
Newton moves out of range as Sinytsyn strikes.
Newton lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Sinytsyn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sinytsyn throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Sinytsyn clinches up with Newton and pushes him back against the cage.
Newton lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sinytsyn backwards.
Sinytsyn blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sinytsyn.
Newton lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sinytsyn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Newton tries to work over Sinytsyn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Sinytsyn controls his hands.
Newton tries a body shot but Sinytsyn blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sinytsyn.
Newton scores with a hook to the body.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton is trying to drag Sinytsyn to the mat but Sinytsyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sinytsyn is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Newton is defending well for now.
Sinytsyn misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sinytsyn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sinytsyn tries to land a knee to the head but Newton blocks with his arms.
Newton lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sinytsyn or not.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sinytsyn tries to land knees in the clinch but Newton avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Newton pulls guard effortlessly.
Sinytsyn has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Newton is proving hard to escape from.
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 Newton will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Sinytsyn misses with a hook.
Newton lands a slapping body shot.
Sinytsyn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton throws a shot to the body.
Newton avoids the body shot from Sinytsyn.
Sinytsyn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Sinytsyn pushes Newton up against the cage in a clinch.
Sinytsyn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Newton is working for takedown but Sinytsyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Newton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sinytsyn misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Newton.
A body shot lands from Sinytsyn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton jumps guard but Sinytsyn stands there with Newton around his waist. Newton gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Newton takes an elbow to the forehead.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A head punch on the inside from Newton fails to land.
Newton lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Sinytsyn controls his hands.
#T1#
Sinytsyn looking to throw knees to the head but Newton is blocking nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Sinytsyn controls the action.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sinytsyn landing knees to the head.
I was talking to Newton's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sinytsyn scores with a shoulder strike.
Newton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sinytsyn backwards.
Newton lands a right hand.
Newton goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sinytsyn prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Sinytsyn controls his hands.
Come on Sinytsyn - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Sinytsyn controls the action.
Newton has a couple of punches blocked by Sinytsyn.
A short right from Newton on the inside.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Sinytsyn controls the action.
Newton takes a shot to the head.
Sinytsyn misses with an elbow over the top.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Newton as Sinytsyn tries to tie him up. #T2#
Newton takes an elbow to the forehead.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sinytsyn working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Newton.
A shot in the inside from Sinytsyn.
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sinytsyn creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Newton's defenses.
Sinytsyn presses Newton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Newton digs a right hand underneath Sinytsyn's ribcage. Sinytsyn let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Sinytsyn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sinytsyn looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Sinytsyn tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
Newton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sinytsyn to keep the fight standing.
A right hand to the body from Sinytsyn.
Newton wants to take the fight to the mat but Sinytsyn manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Newton misses with the head strike.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Sinytsyn.
#T3#
Sinytsyn lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sinytsyn is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Newton is defending well for now.
Sinytsyn putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Newton in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Sinytsyn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sinytsyn throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sinytsyn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sinytsyn is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Newton is defending well for now.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sinytsyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sinytsyn throws an elbow that misses.
Newton lands a left hand.
Newton goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sinytsyn prevents it.
A short right from Newton on the inside. #BC2#
Sinytsyn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sinytsyn tries a head kick but it misses.
Sinytsyn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Sinytsyn appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Sinytsyn. #T4#
Sinytsyn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Sinytsyn throws a jab when Newton was well out of range.
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!
Sinytsyn misses the shot to the body.
Sinytsyn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Newton connects with a right hand. Sinytsyn shakes it off.
Newton throws a body punch but Sinytsyn moves out of range.
Newton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sinytsyn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sinytsyn moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Newton misses the target.
Sinytsyn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Newtons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sinytsyn swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sinytsyn lands the left hand.
Sinytsyn moves out of range of the strikes.
Newton takes a swing at Sinytsyn's ribcage but misses.
Sinytsyn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Sinytsyn thinks about the counter body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Newton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3##TD#
Newton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sinytsyn!
Sinytsyn is looking to regain half guard here but Newton keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sinytsyn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sinytsyn, who protects the arm well.
Sinytsyn struggling a bit here.
Sinytsyn is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sinytsyn is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sinytsyn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sinytsyn is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sinytsyn is looking to regain half guard here but Newton keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sinytsyn has escaped the position, nice work there.
Newton tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sinytsyn wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#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#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Sinytsyn is defending well.
Sinytsyn is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Newton off and has taken his back!#SU2#
Sinytsyn stands up.
A lazy left from Sinytsyn finds it's target.
Sinytsyn lands an overhand right.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Sinytsyn.
Sinytsyn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sinytsyn misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Newton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sinytsyn's guard.
Newton passes Sinytsyn's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Newton prevents Sinytsyn from standing back up.
Newton tries to pass to full mount but Sinytsyn defends it. #T3##SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Sinytsyn is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
Newton prevents Sinytsyn from standing back up.
#SUB#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sinytsyn is looking to escape.#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Sinytsyn is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Sinytsyn is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sinytsyn wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sinytsyn wants to get back to full guard.#ES2#
Sinytsyn kicks Newton off and gets back to his feet.
Newton shoots in for a double leg but Sinytsyn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Newton takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL2#
Sinytsyn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Sinytsyn turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Aleksandr Sinytsyn just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
A big right from Sinytsyn misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short left from Newton.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Newton presses Sinytsyn against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Newton working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Newton misses with the head strike.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Sinytsyn lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Newton misses with the head strike.
Newton tries to work over Sinytsyn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sinytsyn smiles and moves away.
Sinytsyn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sinytsyn lands with a kick to the temple. Newton shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T1#
Sinytsyn throws a head kick that Newton semi-blocks.
The fighters circling - Sinytsyn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sinytsyn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sinytsyn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sinytsyn.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Sinytsyn is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
Sinytsyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Newton swings wildly with an uppercut but Sinytsyn uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sinytsyn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Newton lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sinytsyn blocks a body shot from Newton.
Nice body punch from Newton.
Newton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sinytsyn lands an elbow inside.
Sinytsyn blocking some punches.
#T2#
Newton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sinytsyn blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Sinytsyn.
Newton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sinytsyn after a bit of a struggle.
Sinytsyn blocking some punches.
Newton misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newton.
Newton lands a right hand.
Newton is trying to drag Sinytsyn to the mat but Sinytsyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Sinytsyn lands an elbow just above Newton 's eye.
Newton working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Sinytsyn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Newton with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sinytsyn to score with a decent uppercut.
Sinytsyn misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Sinytsyn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Newton shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Sinytsyn connects with a right hand. Newton shakes it off.
Sinytsyn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Sinytsyn missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sinytsyn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A punch lands to the side of Newton 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sinytsyn just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2#
Sinytsyn pushes Newton up against the cage in a clinch.
Sinytsyn takes a shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sinytsyn.
Newton has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sinytsyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Newton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sinytsyn is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4#
Newton digs a right hand into Sinytsyn's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sinytsyn's gas tank.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sinytsyn misses with some punches.
Sinytsyn scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Sinytsyn breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Newton clinches with his opponent.
Sinytsyn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Newton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sinytsyn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sinytsyn misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sinytsyn working Newton over with knees to the body.
Sinytsyn using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#BC2#
Sinytsyn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sinytsyn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Newton at a distance.
Sinytsyn throws a head kick but Newton moves out of range.
Newton blocks the body kick.
Newton staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn dominated that fourth 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Sinytsyn throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sinytsyn uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Newton throws a hook but Sinytsyn blocks it.
Sinytsyn throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sinytsyn won't be happy with that.
Sinytsyn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sinytsyn is trying to get back to his feet.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Sinytsyn is defending well. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sinytsyn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sinytsyn is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Newton is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sinytsyn is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sinytsyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Sinytsyn is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sinytsyn wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Sinytsyn prevents Newton from moving into mount.
Sinytsyn is pushing Newton's head away, looking to escape. Newton manages to hold on to the position though.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sinytsyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sinytsyn is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sinytsyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Newton moves into full mount! #SUB#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Sinytsyn has worked his arm free - good work by Sinytsyn!
#SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sinytsyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sinytsyn can't do much from the bottom here. #T3##SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sinytsyn, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sinytsyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sinytsyn is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Newton has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sinytsyn rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Sinytsyn!
Sinytsyn has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Newton is proving hard to escape from.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4##SUB#
Sinytsyn wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Newton's closed guard. He's half up but Newton has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Newton pivots and extends the arm, Sinytsyn falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Newton! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton!
Bill Newton is the new middleweight champion!
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GC 283
Date: Mar 22, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Nurmy 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.
Nurmy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Newton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmy throws a big elbow that misses.
Newton preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmy stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Nurmy throws a big right hand that misses.
Newton seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Newton utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Nurmy.
Nurmy is trying to control the position but Newton postures up.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Nurmy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton 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.
Nurmy looking for a sweep. Not yet Nurmy, not yet. #T1#
Newton advances position into side control!#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nurmy has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nurmy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Nurmy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nurmy regains half guard.
Nurmy is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Nurmy is defending well.
#T2##SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Nurmy is pressing down on Newton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Nurmy wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
Newton advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Nurmy defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Nurmy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Nurmy tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
Nurmy moves into full guard.
Newton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nurmy keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton passes Nurmy's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Nurmy is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DUEL 209
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Calharran was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Calharran needs to keep his hands up - Newton had a free shot at his head there.
Nice shot lands for Newton.#TD#
Calharran gets caught flat footed, as Newton shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Calharran throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Calharran wants to sweep but no luck.
Calharran really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Newton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Calharran is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Calharran manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Calharran's guard.
Newton passes Calharran's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Calharran defend it? Newton steps over the head and cranks it - Calharran is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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DUEL 203
Date: Dec 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Newton lands with a good body shot.
Newton throws a hook to the side of Sturd Jr's head but Sturd Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sturd Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sturd Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Newton.
Sturd Jr lands a high kick!
Sturd Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sturd Jr looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.#CL#
Newton moves into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Newton.
We've been hearing reports that Newton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sturd Jr drops down looking for an ankle pick but Newton pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sturd Jr 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.
Sturd Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sturd Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Newton looks to land a right hand but Sturd Jr moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sturd Jr! But no joy.
Sturd Jr motions for Newton to come forward. Sturd Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Crunch! Sturd Jr slams his shin into Newton's torso.
Newton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sturd Jr at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sturd Jr moves away.#T1#
Nice jab there from Newton. #TD#
Newton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton tries to move into full mount but can't pass Sturd Jr's legs. #SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sturd Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Sturd Jr.
Sturd Jr lands a few punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Newton is trying to control Sturd Jr's posture but Sturd Jr avoids it.
Sturd Jr wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is letting Sturd Jr control him for a moment.
Sturd Jr working away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sturd Jr wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sturd Jr lands a nice forearm strike.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Newton takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Sturd Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sturd Jr not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sturd Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Newton is looking to control Sturd Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?
Ground and pound from Sturd Jr.
Sturd Jr prevents Newton from improving his position.
Newton is trying to maintain the position but Sturd Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sturd Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sturd Jr is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Sturd Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sturd Jr lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sturd Jr working the head and body with strikes.
Sturd Jr thows a huge punch but Newton dodges it nicely.
Newton keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Sturd Jr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sturd Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Sturd Jr content to control rather than advance.
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sturd Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sturd Jr's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jason Sturd Jr will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sturd Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sturd Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice shot lands for Sturd Jr.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sturd Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Newton as he avoids it easily.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sturd Jr throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sturd Jr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#TD#
Newton gets a double leg takedown into Sturd Jr's guard.
Sturd Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Sturd Jr, not yet.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Sturd Jr is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturd Jr seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Newton passes Sturd Jr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Sturd Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Newton is thwarting Sturd Jr's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Sturd Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sturd Jr.#SUB#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Sturd Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sturd Jr manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Sturd Jr's guard.
Sturd Jr has Newton pulled in close to control his posture.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sturd Jr is keeping the position for now.
Newton preventing the sweep.
Sturd Jr can't keep his opponent in guard - Newton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Sturd Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Sturd Jr is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Sturd Jr wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sturd Jr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Sturd Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Sturd Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
Sturd Jr looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Sturd Jr defends the submission attempt.
Sturd Jr gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Sturd Jr is looking to stand up but Newton isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sturd Jr looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sturd Jr looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sturd Jr! #REVB#
Newton seems a little lost for a moment, as Sturd Jr dominates the positioning.
Sturd Jr in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sturd Jr in side control lands a decent elbow.
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sturd Jr scoring with punches and elbows.
Newton tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Sturd Jr connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Newton some visible discomfort.
Sturd Jr working the head and body with strikes.
Newton tries to bench press Sturd Jr off him but Sturd Jr keeps the position.
Newton can't do much from the bottom here.
Sturd Jr landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Jason Sturd Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sturd Jr lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Newton down.
Newton struggling a bit here.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sturd Jr working the body and head with strikes.
Sturd Jr just content to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Sturd Jr 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#
Sturd Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Newton throws the left hand but Sturd Jr avoids the punch easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Newton checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sturd Jr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Newton.
Good exchange - Newton coming out on top.
Sturd Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Sturd Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.
Sturd Jr throws a front kick that sends Newton stumbling back into the cage.
Newton lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturd Jr misses with a straight left.
Sturd Jr lands a head kick!
Sturd Jr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Newton takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T1#
Newton uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sturd Jr has time to react.
Newton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sturd Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Newton.
Newton avoids the head kick by Sturd Jr.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
Sturd Jr tries to score with a low kick but Newton moves his leg out of the way.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Sturd Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton moves away from the strike by Sturd Jr. #TD#
Newton gets a takedown into half guard.
Newton is thwarting Sturd Jr's attempts to control the position.
Sturd Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Sturd Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sturd Jr.#T2#
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Sturd Jr is retaining full guard.
Sturd Jr has his hands on Newton's head, controlling the position.
Sturd Jr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Newton's guard. #REVB#
Sturd Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sturd Jr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Newton pulls Sturd Jr in close to prevent any damage.
Sturd Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Sturd Jr wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton trying to control the position.
Newton is controlling Sturd Jr's posture.
Sturd Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sturd Jr postures up.
Sturd Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Sturd Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sturd Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sturd Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sturd Jr cracks Newton with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sturd Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Newton.
Sturd Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Newton misses the shot to the body.
Sturd Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Newton is fending him off so far but Sturd Jr persists. Nope, Newton circles away and we're back to standing.
Sturd Jr wants to slow Newton down by chopping away at his legs.
Sturd Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good shot there by Sturd Jr.
Newton misses with a jab to the body
#TD2#
so Sturd Jr counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sturd Jr with a nice head shot there.
Newton is striking from the bottom but Sturd Jr uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Sturd Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sturd Jr 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Sturd Jr!
A very excited looking Jason Sturd Jr 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:
DUEL196
Date: Dec 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Handy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab.
Handy scores with a leg kick.
Newton swings widly with a right hand
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from Handy. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handy scores with the left hand. Newton knows he should have avoided that one.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Handy shows good takedown defense.
Handy ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Newton works Handy's body with a nice hook.
Newton looks to land a left hand but Handy moved out of range nicely.
Newton throws a body punch but Handy moves out of range.
Handy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Newton swings for the body but Handy moves out of range.
Handy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Handy lands a jab to Newton's midsection.
Newton takes a jab right on the kisser.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Handy rather than just go for the knockout.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Newton defending well as Handy loads up on a big left hand.
Newton connects with a good right hand that stumbles Handy. Handy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Newton connects with a nice looking jab.
Newton lands with a good body shot.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Handy is just out of range.
Handy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Newton.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Handy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Biggie Righty Handy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton tries for a takedown but Handy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Handy cracks Newton with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice sprawl there from Handy as Newton shoots in.
Handy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Handy slips a jab from Newton.
Newton misses with a wild body shot.
Handy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Handy misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Handy fights it but they end up in guard.
Handy wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Handy seems keen to control Newton's posture.#SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Handy looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Handy looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Handy! #REVR#
Newton is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Handy content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Handy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Handy controlling the action here.
Newton wants to improve his position but Handy is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Handy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Handy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Handy.
Handy throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Handy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Newton staying out of range there.
Handy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Handy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Handy.
Newton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Handy's waist but Handy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Newton off to one side.
Newton dips to his left and cracks Handy with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Newton misses with an uppercut.
A combination from Handy does no damage.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handy moves away.#T1#
Newton stuns Handy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Newton clinches up with Handy and pushes him back against the cage.
Handy swings wildly with an uppercut but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton pushes Handy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Newton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Handy walks away with a smile on his face. Newton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Newton or perhaps it was just good defense by Handy, which made it look bad.
Biggie Righty Handy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handy.
Biggie Righty Handy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Handy defends it nicely.
Handy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handy tries to counter by clinching up but Newton breaks away and moves out of range.#T2#
Handy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton throws a hook but Handy avoids it easily.
Newton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Newton. That did some damage!
Handy tries to land a leg kick but Newton saw it coming and moves away.
Handy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Newton.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Handy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Newton swings away with a body shot that misses
#CL#
and Handy holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Handy controls the action.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Handy controls the action.
Newton working aggressively here.
#T3#
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Handy avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage.
Handy misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Handy.
Handy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Newton's elbow.
Handy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Handy is defending well.
Newton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newton has a couple of punches blocked by Handy.
Handy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Newton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Handy's elbow.
Handy tries to work over Newton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Handy prevents a body shot from Newton.
Handy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Handy - that landed with a thud.
Handy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Newton pushes Handy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Newton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Handy smiles and moves away.
Newton walks into a jab.
Handy looks to throw the jab but Newton is out of range.
Handy staying out of range there.
Handy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Newton manages to circle out of the way.
Newton thuds a left hand into Handy's body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Handy lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Newton has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Newton and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Newton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Newton takes one to the chin there.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Newton crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Handy - the referee stops the clock and Newton gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Handy. Newton manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Newton misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Biggie Righty Handy dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton moves away from the strike by Handy.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
Handy throws out a leg kick but Newton moves out of range and Handy only half commits.
And Newton tries to counter it with a takedown but Handy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Newton moves out of range of the leg kick from Handy.
Handy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Newton.
Handy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Newton doesn't seem bothered though.
Handy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Newton tries to get set, Handy tries to push him back and clinch up but Newton manages to avoid the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Handy.
Handy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Handy.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Newton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Newton misses the jab.#T1#
Handy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Handy throws a hook to the side of Newton's head but Newton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Newton throws a predictable looking body shot
and Handy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
Newton tries to clinch up.
As Newton tries to get set, Handy tries to push him back and clinch up but Newton manages to avoid the attempt.
Newton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton throws a body punch but Handy moves out of range.
Handy thows a leg kick but Newton checks it #TD2#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Handy fights it but they end up in guard.
Newton advances to half guard.
Handy is looking to escape.
Handy is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Handy has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2##SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Handy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura here but Handy manages to reverse the position and he's now in Newton's 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!
Handy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Newton is trying to keep Handy in close.
Handy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Handy wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton 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.
Newton is trying to control the position but Handy postures up.
Handy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Handy advances position into side control!#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.
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Newton stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Handy off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Handy fending off the submission attempt from Newton.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Newton looking to break Handy's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Handy remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Newton will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
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 Biggie Righty Handy.
I think Handy 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
DUEL190 Baha v Petrov
Date: Nov 03, 2018 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Newton.
Ashton walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ashton throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Ashton fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Ashton has his foot on Newton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Newton works his way back into a safe position though.
Ashton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Ashton is keeping the position.
Ashton managing to control the position.
Ashton 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#
Ashton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ashton is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Newton trying to control here.
#T1#
Newton wants to improve his position but Ashton is controlling well.
Newton gets back to full guard.
Ashton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ashton passes Newton's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Ashton has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Ashton pushes his legs off easily.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ashton is one step ahead there.
Ashton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Ashton wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Newton wants to sweep here but Ashton controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Ashton 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.
Ashton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Ashton from controlling successfully.
Ashton postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Ashton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Newton is trying to control the position but Ashton postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Ashton drives through with a takedown into Newton's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ashton defends it easily.
Ashton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Newton is trying to keep Ashton in close.
#SUB#
Ashton drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Ashton off! Ashton jumps back into Newton's guard.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ashton is one step ahead there.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Newton looking to pass the guard.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ashton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Newton manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Ashton won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton is adopting a defensive guard.
Ashton tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ashton preventing the sweep.
Ashton is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
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 Eric Ashton will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Ashton just misses with a punch to the body.
Newton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ashton.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Ashton does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Ashton.
Ashton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ashton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Ashton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ashton throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Ashton takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ashton scores with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ashton. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ashton swats away the attempt to clinch by Newton.
Ashton feinted with a counter takedown.
Eric Ashton 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.
Nice defenses there by Ashton.
Ashton throws a hook but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton needs to keep his hands up - Ashton had a free shot at his head there.
Ashton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newton.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Ashton misses.
Newton tries to clinch up but Ashton circles away and keeps his distance.
Ashton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Newton getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Ashton slips the punch.
Ashton misses with a hook.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ashton defends it well.
Ashton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Newton misses with a looping left.
Newton sizes up Ashton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Newton takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch but Ashton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ashton misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Ashton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ashton seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ashton takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Ashton.
Newton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ashton.
Nice jab there from Ashton. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ashton blocks a jab.
Eric Ashton is winning the standup battle so far.
Ashton slips under a jab.
Ashton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Decent striking displayed by Ashton there.
Newton shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ashton misses the body punch #TD2#
so Newton counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ashton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ashton holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Ashton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ashton manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Ashton's guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Ashton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ashton manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Ashton's guard. #T3##SUB2#
Newton 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.
Ashton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Ashton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Ashton tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard.
Newton pulls Ashton in close to prevent any damage.
Ashton tries to free his leg and advance position but Newton is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Ashton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Newton looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Newton looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Newton! #REVB#
Ashton tries to buck Newton off but Newton is having none of it.#T4#
Ashton gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Ashton is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Ashton is defending it quite comfortably.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Ashton defending well.
Newton passes to full mount!
Ashton working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Ashton has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Ashton can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
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 Eric Ashton will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ashton keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Ashton.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ashton defends it well.
Nice takedown defense from Newton. No joy for Ashton on that attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Newton or perhaps it was just good defense by Ashton, which made it look bad. #TD#
Ashton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Newton!
Ashton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
Newton is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ashton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#T1##SUB#
Ashton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Ashton tries for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Newton is looking for a sweep.
Newton manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Ashton defends it.
Ashton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.
Ashton controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ashton has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Ashton is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Newton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ashton is just riding it out for now. Newton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Eric Ashton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ashton is doing well to control the position and prevent Newton from advancing to side control.
Ashton tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Ashton is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Newton seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Ashton has recovered full guard.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Ashton is retaining full guard.
Ashton pulls Newton in close to prevent any damage.
Newton works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Ashton is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ashton is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.
Ashton is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Ashton is defending the position.
Ashton wants to get back to full guard.
Ashton desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Ashton wants to control but Newton is keeping busy.
Ashton wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ashton sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ashton controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
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 Eric Ashton.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ashton, 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Eric Ashton!
During a confident post fight interview, Eric Ashton thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DUEL#184 Andersson vs Sidious
Date: Oct 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Wolf cracks Newton with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Newton misses with a hook to the body
and Wolf counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bill Newton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Wolf does a little dance to reset his feet.
A low kick from Wolf is predictable there #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wolf is in trouble now - Newton has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Newton has control of Wolf's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Wolf regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Wolf tries to hold on but Newton pushes him away.
Newton 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Wolf manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Wolf is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Newton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wolf knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wolf has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Wolf sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Newton is pushing down on Wolf's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wolf is fighting to maintain full guard but Newton has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wolf sees it coming and defends easily.#T2##SUB#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Wolf is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Newton 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.
Wolf trying to hold on to Newton's head to control him but Newton postures up.
Newton passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Wolf! #SUB#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Wolf has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Wolf!
Wolf has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Newton is proving hard to escape from. #T3#
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wolf is stalling in the full guard.
Wolf wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Newton pulls Wolf in close to prevent any damage.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Newton pulls Wolf in close to prevent any damage.
Wolf must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Wolf got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wolf has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Wolf preventing the sweep.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wolf working a defensive guard here.
Newton passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Wolf tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wolf wants to get back to his feet but Newton drags him back down.
Wolf wants to control but Newton postures up.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wolf, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Wolf takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wolf takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wolf takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wolf misses with a body shot.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Newton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton moves out of range of the body kick from Wolf.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolf moves away.
Newton lands a jab to Wolf's midsection.
Wolf looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Wolf does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
Wolf feints a counter leg kick.
Newton misses with a hook to the body
enabling Wolf to counter with a crisp jab.
Newton walks into a stiff left hand from Wolf.
Newton stuns Wolf with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wolf ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch but Wolf swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Newton staying out of range there.
Newton throws a body shot but no joy.
Newton misses with a hook
and Wolf counters with a straight right hand.
Newton misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Wolf swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wolf misses with a straight left.
Wolf throws a shot from downtown. Newton moves away and avoids it.
Wolf misses with a body shot.
Wolf throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newton works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newton staying out of range there.
Newton darts in trying to clinch
and Wolf counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Wolf misses with a hook.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf manages to avoid it.
Wolf keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wolf looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Newton looking to score a takedown here. Wolf is defending well but Newton drives through and ends up in Wolf's guard.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wolf seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Wolf is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Wolf is keeping the position.#T4##SUB#
Newton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Wolf is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Wolf has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Newton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Newton 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#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
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#
Newton swings away with a body shot that misses
and Wolf counters with a good low kick that Newton was not able to check.
A looping hook to the body misses from Newton. Wolf does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Wolf is just out of range.
Wolf swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Newton swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
Wolf punishes Newton's body with a nice straight punch.
Wolf swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolf moves away.
Newton misses with an uppercut. Wolf saw that one coming.
Wolf looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton misses with a body shot.
Newton lands a jab to Wolf's midsection.
Wolf tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Wolf. Newton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Newton is looking to wear down Wolf with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Newton staying out of range there.
Wolf missing with a left hand there. Newton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wolf misses the jab.
Newton connects with a single shot there.
Newton tries to clinch up but Wolf circles away and keeps his distance.
Newton rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wolf counters with a solid body kick.
Newton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton slips under a jab from Wolf.
Wolf throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Newton swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
Newton takes a swing at Wolf's ribcage but misses.
Newton tries to clinch but Wolf is having none of it. #CL#
Newton pushes Wolf up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Newton pulls guard successfully.
Newton wants to sweep here but Wolf controlling him for the moment.
Newton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Wolf stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.#T3#
Wolf wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Wolf from standing up.
Newton wants to sweep here but Wolf controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Adrian Wolf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wolf can do to turn this around?
Nice body punch from Newton.
Newton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wolf throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Wolf!
Wolf is trying to improve his position.#T4##SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Wolf rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Wolf! #SUB#
Wolf is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Newton has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Wolf is looking to defend but Newton has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Wolf! Newton pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Wolf taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton!
In defeat, Adrian Wolf stepped up to the mic, saying 'Losing can be a habit just like winning. But I gonna make sure that I will be the winner next time and be the best in the world. And I gonna shock the system for sure because I am undisputed.'.
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Event:
DFN#52 Hoffman vs Newton 3
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Hoffman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newton throws out the jab. #CL2#
Newton has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hoffman blocking some punches.
Newton working aggressively here.
Newton misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Newton jumps into guard, dragging Hoffman to the mat.
Hoffman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hoffman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Hoffman scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Newton keeping full guard, as Hoffman tries to pass.
Hoffman stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hoffman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Newton wants to control but Hoffman postures up.
Hoffman 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.
Newton takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to get an arm triangle but Newton is defending well.
Newton can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
Newton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hoffman landing with the ground and pound.
Newton seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Hoffman is proving a slippery customer.
Newton 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.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Newton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hoffman throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffman looking to pass the guard.
Hoffman is looking to work some ground and pound but Newton has wrist control.#SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffman advances to half guard.
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hoffman advances position into side control!#T3##SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Newton has escaped the position, nice work there.
Newton takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hoffman working the head and body with strikes.
Hoffman in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Newton struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Hoffman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Newton is trying to improve his position.
Hoffman landing a few strikes.
Hoffman lands an elbow.
Newton is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Hoffman lands a nice forearm strike.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Hoffman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Newton, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hoffman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Newton has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hoffman but great work by Newton.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hoffman is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert Hoffman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Newton keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nice sprawl there from Newton as Hoffman shoots in.#CL#
Hoffman closes the distance and pushes Newton back into the cage.
Newton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hoffman 's elbow.
Newton lands with a right to the head. #TD#
Hoffman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hoffman 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hoffman 's back!#SUB2#
Newton is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Albert Hoffman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Hoffman defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Newton's arms.
Hoffman breaks Newton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Hoffman chips away with some ground and pound.#T1##SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Newton's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hoffman 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hoffman is working Newton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Hoffman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Newton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Hoffman keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hoffman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Newton has Hoffman in his guard.#REVR##T2#
Hoffman slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffman seems to be working for a kimura but Newton defends the submission attempt.
Newton keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ground and pound from Hoffman .
Newton manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Hoffman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hoffman has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Hoffman postures up in Newton's guard and throws a big left but Newton blocks it.
Newton looking to control.
Hoffman won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
Newton is pulling down on Hoffman 's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffman , at least for the moment.
Hoffman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Guts & Glory Gym inform us that Newton has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Newton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hoffman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Newton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hoffman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Newton's head.
Newton trying to control the position.
Hoffman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Hoffman drops back looking for a leg! Newton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Newton manages to kick Hoffman off! Hoffman jumps back into Newton's guard.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Newton seems keen to control Hoffman 's posture.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Hoffman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Newton has his foot on Hoffman 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hoffman works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert Hoffman 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. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Hoffman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hoffman lands in his opponent's guard.
Hoffman pushes down on Newton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Newton wants to control but Hoffman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Newton moves into full guard.
Hoffman lands a couple of elbows.
Hoffman is working Newton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Newton slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Newton forces his way into half guard.
Hoffman trying to control from the bottom.
#T1##SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Hoffman is defending well.
#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions off his back.
Hoffman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hoffman sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
Hoffman wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hoffman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Newton stands and throws Hoffman 's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Hoffman is defending well.
Hoffman stops Newton from passing to mount.
Hoffman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hoffman tries to bench press Newton off him but Newton keeps the position. #T3##SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hoffman manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hoffman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a triangle but Newton pushes his legs off easily.
Newton passes Hoffman 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hoffman sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Hoffman actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Hoffman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Newton trying to pass the guard but Hoffman defending well. #T4#
Newton prevents Hoffman from improving his position.#SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hoffman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton.
Hoffman is trying to get back to full guard.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Albert Hoffman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton throwing shots but Hoffman is blocking nicely.
Hoffman throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Newton thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hoffman 's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Hoffman 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
DUEL#171 Lafayette vs Denke
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Newton drives through with a takedown into guard.
Denis keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Denis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB#
Denis wants to pass the guard but Newton is keeping the position.
Newton trying to keep a closed guard but Denis is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denis is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Let's hope that Denis 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.#T1#
Denis is fighting to break Newton's control of his arms but Newton is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Newton is trying to keep Denis in close.
Denis preventing the sweep.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Denis manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Denis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Denis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Denis is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Denis has Newton pulled in close to control his posture.
Newton trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Denis manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Denis defends well.
Denis trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Denis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Newton's guard. #REVB#
Denis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Newton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Denis is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Denis trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Denis slips nicely into half guard.
Denis is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Newton wants to get back to full guard but Denis has passed into side control.
Newton is looking to regain half guard here but Denis keeps moving and retains side control.
Newton struggling a bit here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Denis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Newton keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Achab Denis 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#
Denis throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Denis moves into the clinch.#TD#
Newton works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Denis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denis looking for a sweep. Not yet Denis, not yet.
Newton stands and throws Denis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Newton works to advance to full mount. Denis defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T1#
Denis tries to hold on but Newton postures up.#SUB#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Denis has worked his arm free - good work by Denis!
Newton moves into full mount!
Denis is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Denis is now in Newton's guard. A big mistake from Newton there, giving up the dominant position!
Newton keeping moving, preventing Denis from controlling successfully.
Denis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Denis is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Denis is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Denis looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Denis looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Denis! #REVB#
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Newton gets back to half guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Denis has control of the leg.
Denis is taking a breather. Newton 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.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Denis is thwarting Newton's attempts to control the position.#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.
Newton gets back to full guard.
Denis postures up.
Denis 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.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Denis dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet.
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 Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
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#
Denis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Denis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Denis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Denis throws a body kick that misses.
Newton has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Denis.
Denis throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Newton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Denis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
Denis throws a leg kick but Newton checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Newton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Denis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Denis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Denis.
Denis keeps Newton at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Denis fakes the leg kick and cracks Newton in the body.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Newton moves in looking to clinch but Denis pushes him off.
Newton tries to clinch but Denis moves away
and Denis counters with a nice leg kick.
Denis looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A head kick by Denis misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Denis is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Denis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVB##T2##SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Denis passes into half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Newton gets back to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Denis is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Denis is one step ahead there.
Denis controlling from the top position.
Denis trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Newton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Denis 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 Newton.
Newton is being controlled here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Denis throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Achab Denis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Denis 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Achab Denis!
Achab Denis tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
DUEL#167 Vee vs Napolean
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Hoffman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Newton is trying to defend but Hoffman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Newton tries to roll over but Hoffman keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hoffman is trying to work for a kimura but Newton is defending well.
#SUB#
Hoffman seems to be looking for submissions.
Hoffman working the head and body with strikes.
Hoffman scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Hoffman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Newton is just riding it out for now. Hoffman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hoffman is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Newton is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
DUEL#162 Hoffman vs Munson
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Parker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Parker there as he acknowledges the shot.
Parker ducks under a wild hook from Newton.
Newton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Newton 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.
No luck for Newton with that takedown attempt.
Parker is looking to counter punch.
Newton takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Newton shoots in but Parker avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Peter Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.#CL#
Parker clinches up against the cage.
Newton changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Parker fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker scores with a nice head shot.
Parker misses with a body shot.
Parker lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Newton at a distance.
#T1#
Parker throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Newton takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Newton moves away from the strike by Parker.
Newton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Parker but Parker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Parker's jab looks to have found its range, popping Newton under the eye.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Parker.
Parker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Parker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.
Parker lands with a straight right. Newton didn't see that one coming.
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Parker.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Parker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Parker pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Parker sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown. Parker tries to sprawl out of it but Newton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Parker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Parker throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Parker's corner calls for a 1-2. Parker obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Newton counters with a single leg into guard. Parker didn't expect that.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Parker dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Parker is one step ahead there.
Parker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Parker continues to stall.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Parker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Parker stays in close to Newton's body and controls the position.
Newton is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Parker pushes his legs off easily.
Newton wants to sweep here but Parker controlling him for the moment.
Newton wants to hit a switch here but Parker passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Newton there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Peter Parker 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#
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Parker shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Parker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Newton dodges the punch combination from Parker.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Parker.
Parker misses with a straight left.
Parker throws out a loose jab but Newton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Parker slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL#
Parker clinches.
Newton fails to pull guard.
Newton tries to pull guard but Parker forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Peter Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker pushes Newton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Parker misses with a hook to the ribs.
Newton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Parker walks away with a smile on his face. Newton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Newton loads up on a big right hand but Parker slips the punch.
Newton moves away from the strike by Parker. #T1#
Parker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Newton tries to counter it with a takedown but Parker pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newton looks for a takedown but Parker sprawls well.
Parker scores with a jab.#CL#
Parker moves into range and clinches up with Newton.#TD2#
Newton pulls guard effortlessly.
Parker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Parker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Newton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Parker stacks Newton 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 Parker!
The referee asks Parker politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Parker prefers to stall for the moment though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Parker wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Newton is trying to control Parker's posture but Parker avoids it.
Newton holds on to Parker's head and controls the position momentarily. #T3#
Newton tries to buck Parker off but Parker is having none of it.
Parker misses with the ground and pound.
Parker in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Newton is looking for a sweep.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Parker clinches with his opponent.
Newton changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Parker fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Peter Parker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Parker looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Parker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Parker moves into range and clinches up with Newton.
Newton jumps guard but Parker stands there with Newton around his waist. Newton gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T4#
Newton blocks a body shot from Parker. #TD2#
Newton pulls Parker into guard.
Peter Parker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Parker trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Newton 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.
Parker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Newton is keeping the position for now.
Parker won't allow Newton to sweep him here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Parker controls the pace.
Parker pushes down on Newton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Peter Parker dominated that second 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Parker misses the shot to the body.
Newton on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Parker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Peter Parker is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Parker gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Parker controls his hands.
Newton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Parker smiles and moves away.
Peter Parker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Parker takes a swing at Newton's ribcage but misses.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Parker.
Newton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Parker defends it well.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Parker.
Parker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Newton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#TD2#
Newton has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Parker uses from the top position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Parker with a nice head shot there.#T1##SUB2#
Newton is looking to cinch up a triangle. Parker throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Newton's body to avoid the submission. Newton has instead reached around Parker's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Newton arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DUEL#159 Muller vs Furia
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jenova tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jenova to the ground. Jenova escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A lazy body kick from Jenova #TD#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jenova!
Jenova is trying to improve his position.
Newton tries to advance to mount but Jenova denies him.
Jenova is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jenova wants to control but Newton postures up.
Jenova tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Newton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton wants to control but Jenova is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jenova has escaped the position, nice work there.
Newton wants to control but Jenova is keeping him busy.
Jenova gets back to half guard.
Jenova wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton prevents Jenova from improving his position.
Jenova won't allow Newton to pass to mount. #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.#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Newton seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Jenova has recovered full guard. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jenova 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.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Newton won't allow Jenova to sweep him here.
Jenova keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Jenova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Jenova wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Newton dives in and grabs Jenova's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jenova pushes down on Newton's head and hops out.
Jenova scoring well with a low kick there.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jenova defends well and Newton ends up having to push Jenova into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jenova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Newton tries to counter with a takedown but Jenova is quick to defend against it.
Newton avoids the head kick by Jenova.
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jenova.
Newton walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jenova.
Jenova turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Newton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Newton there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jenova looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jenova fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Newton has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jenova misses with a hook to the body
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jenova won't be happy with that. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jenova is looking to reverse the position.
Jenova is not content to let Newton control the position. #SUB#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jenova is trying to control Newton's posture but Newton avoids it.
Jenova manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jenova wants to control but Newton is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Newton is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Jenova is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFN#44 Picker vs Fagaro
Date: May 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pato was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.
Newton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pato.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Pato throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pato swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pato misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pato knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Newton on the ground.
Newton stalling. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Pato preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Newton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pato does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Pato is defending the position. #SUB2#
Newton seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Pato is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFN#33 Wrexham vs Lafayette
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Newton 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt - Coleman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nice shot lands for Newton.
Newton lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL#
Coleman darts in and clinches Newton up against the cage.#TD2#
Newton has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Coleman uses from the top position.
Coleman preventing the sweep.
Coleman trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Coleman postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton keeping moving, preventing Coleman from controlling successfully.
Newton 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Coleman trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #T1#
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Coleman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Coleman throwing strikes from guard but Newton blocks nicely.
Coleman wanted to stand there but Newton had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Newton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Coleman.
Newton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Coleman avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Newton tries to throw a body punch but Coleman avoids it by throwing Newton back against the cage. #T2#
Newton fails to pull guard.
Black Coleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Coleman tries a body shot but Newton blocks it.
Newton gets through Coleman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2#
Newton successfully pulls guard.
Coleman stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Coleman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Newton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Coleman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Coleman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Coleman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coleman distracts Newton with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Coleman landing with the ground and pound.
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Coleman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Newton's head.#SUB2#
Newton looking for a guillotine here but Coleman defends easily.
Newton looking to control.
Coleman works over Newton with some ground and pound from guard.#T4##SUB#
Coleman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Newton is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Newton has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Coleman wants to get back to his feet but Newton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Coleman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newton won't allow Coleman to sweep him here.
Newton prevents Coleman from getting back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Coleman looking for subs off his back but Newton has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Coleman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bill Newton 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#
Newton shoots in and drives through. Coleman sprawls well.
Newton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Newton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Coleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Newton.#TD2#
Coleman gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Coleman is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back, looking for a kneebar! Coleman looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Coleman looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Coleman! #REVR#
Coleman working the head with strikes.
Newton takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Check out the look on Coleman's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T1##SUB#
Coleman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SU#
Coleman stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL#
Coleman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Coleman throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Newton blocks it with crossed arms.
A nice left hand lands by Coleman.
Newton scores with a hook to the body.
Newton misses with a body punch.
Newton struggles to land a body shot inside as Coleman controls his hands.
Coleman misses with a knee strike.
#TD2#
Newton gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Coleman regains guard.
#SUB#
Coleman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Coleman controls Newton momentarily but Newton frees himself.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Coleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Coleman.
Coleman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Coleman keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #T3##SUB#
Coleman working for a triangle but Newton defends it easily.
Newton wants to control from the top but Coleman keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Black Coleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton throws a body punch but Coleman moves out of range.
Coleman feinted with a counter takedown.
Newton lands a body shot.
Newton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Coleman lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Coleman.
Newton darts in looking for a takedown but Coleman gets double underhooks and turns Newton into the cage.
Coleman jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Coleman darts in and clinches Newton up against the cage.#T4#
Newton misses with the head strike.
Coleman connects with a knee to the head.
Newton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Coleman gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Black Coleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Coleman lands a shoulder strike.
Coleman works on Newton's body with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Coleman.
Newton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Coleman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Newton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Coleman rather than just go for the knockout.
Coleman throws a right hand that Newton ducks under and follows up with a left that Newton also avoids with ease.
Newton feints the counter takedown.
Black Coleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Newton slips a jab and a cross from Coleman.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Coleman throws a lazy right hand but Newton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Coleman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Coleman clinches with his opponent.
Coleman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Coleman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Newton has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Coleman tries a knee to the head but Newton blocks it.
Newton tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Black Coleman 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Coleman swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Black Coleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Coleman scores with the left hand. Newton knows he should have avoided that one.
Coleman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CL#
Newton gets tackled into the cage by Coleman. Coleman maintains the clinch.
Coleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Newton can do to turn this around?
Newton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Coleman to keep the fight standing.
Our sources have told us that Coleman has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Coleman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Coleman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Coleman prevents the takedown attempt.
Coleman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Coleman with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coleman tries to land a knee to the head but Newton blocks with his arms.
Newton lands with a right to the head. #TD2#
Newton has Coleman pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Newton pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Coleman tumbling to the mat - Newton dives into Coleman's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton slips nicely into half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Coleman sees it coming and defends easily.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Coleman is defending the position. #SUB2#
Coleman is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Coleman is looking to escape.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Still in half guard, Newton seems content to control.
Coleman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Coleman is striking off his back. Newton thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Coleman defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Coleman defends it well. #SUB#
Coleman actively working from the bottom here.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Newton stops Coleman from getting back to his feet.
Newton stalling away here and it's allowed Coleman to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Newton pushes down on Coleman's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Coleman is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DUEL#140 Von Keller vs Obama
Date: Mar 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Newton lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Lupertazzi tries to sprawl but Newton drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Newton passes the guard and advances to mount!
Newton wants to control the pace but Lupertazzi is squirming around nicely.
Lupertazzi wants to control but Newton is having none of it.
Lupertazzi is desperately trying to improve his position but Newton has a good base and remains in mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton working for a guillotine from mount but Lupertazzi is in no mood to give up.
Lupertazzi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Newton content just to control the position here. #T1#
Lupertazzi wants to control but Newton is having none of it.
Newton trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lupertazzi has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lupertazzi!
Newton pulls Lupertazzi in close to prevent any damage.
Lupertazzi wants to stand but Newton has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2##SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lupertazzi defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Newton passes Lupertazzi's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lupertazzi defends it well. #T3#
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Newton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Lupertazzi is trying to escape the mount.
Lupertazzi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Lupertazzi manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T4##SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lupertazzi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lupertazzi is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Newton has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Newton has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Newton trying to control but Lupertazzi is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Newton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Lupertazzi misses with a looping left.
Newton throws an off balance right hand
enabling Lupertazzi to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Newton looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Newton stops Lupertazzi from standing up.
Lupertazzi trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Newton passes Lupertazzi's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Lupertazzi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Lupertazzi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton wants to take a breather but Lupertazzi is having none of it.
Lupertazzi missing with punches from the bottom.
Newton is thwarting Lupertazzi's attempts to control the position.#T1##SUB2#
Lupertazzi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Newton prevents Lupertazzi from improving his position.
Newton stalling.
Newton is trying to control the action in half guard but Lupertazzi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lupertazzi actively working from the bottom here.
Lupertazzi trying to control but Newton postures up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#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#
Lupertazzi looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is trying to control the action in half guard but Lupertazzi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
Newton swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lupertazzi.
Newton looks to score with a jab to the body but Lupertazzi is just out of range.
Lupertazzi misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Newton looks for a takedown but Lupertazzi sprawls well.
Newton ducks right into an uppercut from Lupertazzi.
Diego Lupertazzi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lupertazzi stuffs the takedown.
Newton with a poor takedown
and Lupertazzi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Lupertazzi misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lupertazzi won't be happy with that.
Lupertazzi is trying to control Newton's posture but Newton avoids it. #SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lupertazzi is looking to regain half guard here but Newton keeps moving and retains side control.
Lupertazzi is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lupertazzi has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4##SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
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.#SUB#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Lupertazzi is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lupertazzi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lupertazzi sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Newton has closed the distance and engaged Lupertazzi in a clinch.
Newton has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lupertazzi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Newton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lupertazzi after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lupertazzi misses with a punch on the inside.
Newton misses with a punch to the body.
Lupertazzi tries to throw a body punch but Newton avoids it by throwing Lupertazzi back against the cage.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Newton tries to pull guard but Lupertazzi forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Newton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lupertazzi misses with some punches.
Lupertazzi scores with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Lupertazzi manages to break the clinch.
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lupertazzi tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lupertazzi to the ground. Lupertazzi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Newton 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.#SUB2#
Lupertazzi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Newton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Lupertazzi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1##SUB2#
Lupertazzi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Newton stands and throws Lupertazzi's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bill Newton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lupertazzi tries to improve position but can't.
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lupertazzi can do to turn this around?
Lupertazzi sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lupertazzi defends it well.
Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lupertazzi! #T2#
Newton controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Newton is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Lupertazzi can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Lupertazzi can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Newton is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Lupertazzi has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lupertazzi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Newton. #T3##SUB#
Lupertazzi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Newton.
Lupertazzi tries to hold on but Newton pushes him away.
Newton tries to control but Lupertazzi wriggling away. #SUB#
Lupertazzi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Newton.
Lupertazzi can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Lupertazzi is keeping him at bay. #T4##SUB#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lupertazzi is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can.
Newton trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Lupertazzi tries to hold on but Newton postures up.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lupertazzi doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Diego Lupertazzi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lupertazzi is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bill Newton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Newton, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFN#31 Von Ketler vs Killer
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Bradford throws a body punch but Newton moves out of range.
Newton checks a leg kick.
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
A punch lands to the side of Bradford 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Newton has closed the distance and engaged Bradford in a clinch.
Newton misses with a punch on the inside.
Bradford misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bradford. #BC2#
Bradford escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Newton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bradford misses with an attempted mid kick.
A head kick misses from Bradford.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Newton darts in looking for a takedown but Bradford gets double underhooks and turns Newton into the cage.
Newton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bradford throws out a leg kick but Newton moves out of range and Bradford only half commits.
Newton tries for a takedown but Bradford sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bradford throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Newton wants to control from the top but Bradford keeps moving.
Bradford keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Newton wants to control from the top but Bradford keeps moving. #T2#
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bradford swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bradford is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Newton trying to control but Bradford is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Newton passes into half guard.
Bradford wants to get back to full guard.
Newton is trying to control the action in half guard but Bradford is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bradford sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Newton 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.
Newton wants to control but Bradford is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bradford controlling the position well. #SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bradford sees it coming and defends easily.
Newton not doing much here.
#SUB#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Bradford is defending it quite comfortably.
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 Newton 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##TD#
Newton shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Bradford is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Well, if Newton 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bradford wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bradford sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Newton is looking to take a break and control but Bradford is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Newton 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.
Bradford is refusing to be controlled, as Newton sits in half guard.
Newton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #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.
Bradford tries to lock up and control but Newton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Newton working for a submission but Bradford is keeping him at bay.
Bradford tries to lock up and control but Newton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Newton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Bradford tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.#SUB#
Newton is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Bradford can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Newton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bradford is looking to escape. #T3#
Bradford tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control.
Newton looking to control but Bradford is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bradford can't escape the position.
Newton trying to control but Bradford is having none of it.
Newton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Newton controlling from the full mount.
Newton tries to control but Bradford wriggling away.
Newton wants to control but instead Bradford manages to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton wants to pass to mount but Bradford is defending the position. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bradford defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch but Bradford swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bradford defends well and Newton ends up having to push Bradford into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Newton takes the fight into the clinch.
Newton wants a takedown.
Bradford gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Newton.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Bradford escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bradford displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Newton.
Bradford feints a counter leg kick.#TD#
Newton shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bradford napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T1#
Bradford tries to bench press Newton off him but Newton keeps the position. #SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bradford is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bradford is trying to improve his position.
Newton controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bradford is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bradford has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Newton wants to control but Bradford is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Newton wants to control for a moment but Bradford uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Bradford really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Newton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
#T3##SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura here.
Newton wants to pass the guard but Bradford is defending well.
Sonny Bradford has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Newton wants to control but Bradford is keeping him busy.
Bradford is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#ES2#
Bradford has one foot on Newton's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Newton fails with the takedown
and Bradford counters with a two punch combo.
Newton doesn't manage to clinch there - Bradford circles away.
Newton goes for a double leg but Bradford avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bradford continues to drive forward.
Bradford scores with a kick to the midsection.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Bradford shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bradford showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Bradford has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sonny Bradford comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Newton 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
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Event:
DUEL#126 Vee vs Proctor
Date: Jan 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Newton goes for a double leg but Marquet avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marquet continues to drive forward.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marquet sprawls well. Marquet wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Newton gets slowly back to his feet.
Newton takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Marquet tries a head kick but it misses.
Newton takes a swing at Marquet's ribcage but misses.
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Marquet sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. 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.
Marquet swinging wildly here.
Newton attempts a counter takedown but Marquet avoids it well and moves away.
Newton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Newton moves in looking to clinch but Marquet pushes him off.#T1#
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Marquet manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Marquet misses with a double jab.
Marquet falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Marquet won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marquet keeps working. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Marquet wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Marquet wants to control but Newton postures up.
Marquet trying his best to control but Newton has mounted him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar but Marquet turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Marquet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU2#
Newton is working an open guard so Marquet takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T3#
Newton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marquet but Marquet pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marquet connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Newton's hands.
Marquet looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A head kick misses from Marquet.
Newton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marquet throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES2#
Marquet has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Newton has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Newton has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Marquet uses from the top position. #SU2#
Newton is working an open guard so Marquet takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T4##CL2#
Marquet moves into the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Newton.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Newton. #TD#
Newton has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Marquet uses from the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Newton is pulling down on Marquet's head. It's preventing any offense from Marquet, at least for the moment.
Newton 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#
Marquet tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
Marquet tries to kick Newton off but Newton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henry Marquet dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Marquet moves into range and clinches up with Newton.
Newton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Marquet has him pressed against the cage.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Marquet controls the action.
Marquet is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Marquet has a couple of punches blocked by Newton.
Marquet scores with a nice hook to the head.
Newton tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Marquet trying to land knees to the body.
Newton can't find room to land a body shot as Marquet controls the action.
The referee calls for Marquet to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Newton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marquet pulls his leg out and moves away.
Marquet has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Newton is landing a low percentage of strikes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Marquet manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Marquet instigates a clinch. #T1#
Marquet lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Marquet prevents the takedown attempt.
Marquet cracks Newton with a nice body shot.
Newton tries to pull guard but Marquet won't allow it.
Marquet looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Newton fails to land.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Newton works on Marquet's body with a couple of short punches.
Marquet looking to slow down the pace here.
Marquet leaning his opponent against the cage.
Marquet throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
The referee calls for Marquet to work.
Marquet lands a left hand.
#T2#
Marquet prevents a body shot from Newton.
Newton is trying to drag Marquet to the mat but Marquet just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Newton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marquet backwards.
Newton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marquet.
Marquet takes a shot to the head.
Newton lands a hook that snaps the head of Marquet backwards.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Marquet gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Newton drags the fight down to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Newton 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#
Marquet trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Marquet is not content to let Newton control the position.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Marquet defends it.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton trying to control the action but Marquet is working from the bottom.
Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Marquet! #SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Marquet is now in Newton's guard. A big mistake from Newton there, giving up the dominant position!
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Marquet from standing up. #T4##SUB#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Marquet has passed into half guard!
Marquet is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Newton is looking to control Marquet's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Newton avoid being mounted?
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marquet tries to stand and escape but Newton actually recovers to full guard.
Marquet tries to stand but Newton is controlling from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Henry Marquet will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Marquet has Newton up against the cage in a clinch.
Marquet lands a nice uppercut.
Marquet is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Newton blocks a body shot from Marquet.
Marquet struggles to land a body shot inside as Newton controls his hands.
Marquet has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A body shot lands from Marquet.
Newton has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Marquet is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Marquet misses with a body punch.
Marquet lands a left hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Marquet.
Henry Marquet seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Newton is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Marquet is defending well.
Marquet works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Newton jumps guard but Marquet turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton wants a takedown but no success here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marquet crunches a lovely knee into Newton's ribcage.#T1#
Marquet scores with a shoulder strike.
Marquet pushes Newton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Newton changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marquet fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Marquet moves into the clinch successfully.
Marquet slowing the pace effectively.
Marquet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Marquet taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Marquet lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Marquet lands a shot to the body.
The referee calls for Marquet to work.
Marquet prevents a takedown attempt there.
Still in the clinch, Newton scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Marquet - that landed with a thud.
#T2#
Marquet misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Marquet.
Marquet pushes Newton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Newton wants a takedown.
Marquet lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marquet controlling the action here for a moment.
Newton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Marquet gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Marquet lands a hook that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Marquet turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Newton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marquet pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A bit of stalling here from Marquet.
Marquet gets through Newton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Newton blocks a body shot from Marquet.
Marquet dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T3#
Newton is working for takedown but Marquet is calmly controlling the position for now.
Newton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Newton has a couple of punches blocked by Marquet.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Marquet lands a body shot.
Newton is looking for a takedown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Marquet.
Marquet lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Marquet cracks Newton with a nice body shot.
Good body shot from Marquet.
Newton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marquet walks away with a smile on his face. Newton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Marquet! Newton is backing up but he can't get away as Marquet lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Newton and ends the fight. Great knockout.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Henry Marquet!
A relieved looking Henry Marquet 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:
DUEL#121 Saibot vs Ohchooto
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Marquet stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Marquet wants it to stay on the feet.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Newton 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.
Marquet fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Marquet throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Newton wants to pass to mount but Marquet is defending the position. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Marquet is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marquet tries to kick Newton off but Newton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Marquet's coaches at The Bear's Den ($400) 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.
Newton trying to control the action but Marquet is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Marquet has managed to free his arm - good work.
Marquet manages to get to full guard.
Marquet is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Marquet is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Marquet thuds his right hand into Newton's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
Newton shoots in and bounces Marquet off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton trying to control but Marquet is working from the bottom.
Marquet looking to hit a scissor sweep but Newton is one step ahead there.
Newton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Marquet is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Marquet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newton stops Marquet from standing up.
Newton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marquet swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Newton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Marquet darts in and clinches Newton up against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Newton can't get the takedown.
Marquet throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Newtons head.
Newton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Newton ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Newton no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Marquet tries to stand but Newton is controlling from the bottom.
Marquet being controlled here momentarily.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marquet has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Newton is proving hard to escape from.
Newton controlling Marquet's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Newton gets tackled into the cage by Marquet. Marquet maintains the clinch.
Marquet misses with a hook from the clinch.
Newton tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Marquet just stands there and leans against the cage.
Marquet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Newton has clasped his hands together around Marquet's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marquet is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Newton tries to advance to mount but Marquet denies him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marquet is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Marquet controls the position for a moment.#T1#
Newton trying to control the position but Marquet is working away. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura but Marquet is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Marquet sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard.
Newton is trying to keep Marquet in close.
#T2#
Marquet throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Newton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Marquet from standing up.
Newton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SU#
Marquet gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Newton connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Newton slips a straight right by Marquet.#CL#
Marquet has closed the distance and engaged Newton in a clinch.
Newton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marquet smiles and moves away.
#TD2#
Newton shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T3#
Newton controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Marquet is defending well.
#SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Marquet defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Marquet wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Marquet is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton prevents Marquet from standing back up.
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 Henry Marquet will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marquet avoids it really well and circles away.
Marquet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton. #CL#
Marquet fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Newton, pushing him back against the cage.
Newton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Marquet after a bit of a struggle.
Marquet stalling in the clinch but Newton improves position. #TD2#
Newton pulls guard successfully.
Marquet is looking to stand up but Newton won't let him.
Marquet trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
Marquet wanted to stand there but Newton had control of the position. #T1#
Newton working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newton is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Newton pushing down on Marquet's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Marquet wants to get back to his feet.#T2##SUB2#
Marquet is defending against the submission attempts here by Newton.
Marquet is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.
Newton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Marquet is looking to improve his position.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Newton wants to control but Marquet is keeping him busy.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Marquet has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Newton is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Henry Marquet is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marquet sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Henry Marquet has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.#CL#
Marquet clinches with his opponent.
Marquet pressing his opponent against the cage.
Newton tries to pull guard but Marquet won't allow it.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Marquet turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Marquet misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Newton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Newton tries to pull guard but Marquet holds him up against the cage and eventually Newton drops back down to his feet.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
Newton tries to pull guard but Marquet won't allow it.
Newton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marquet walks away with a smile on his face. Newton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Newton clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Newton pulls Marquet into guard.
Marquet is looking to stand up but Newton won't let him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton has his hands on Marquet's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marquet defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Newton 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
DUEL#114 Hoffman vs Chigg
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Anderson scores with a punch to the head.
Newton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anderson defends it nicely.#TD2#
Newton darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Newton is thwarting Anderson's attempts to control the position.
Newton wants to control but Anderson is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Anderson is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1##SUB#
Anderson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Anderson is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Anderson has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Newton trying to mount his opponent but Anderson defends it.
Anderson tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton 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.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Anderson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Anderson defends it well. #SUB2#
Newton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Anderson sees it coming and defends easily.
Newton wants to control but Anderson is keeping him busy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Newton is thwarting Anderson's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Anderson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Anderson duly obliges.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Newton manages to avoid it.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Anderson.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anderson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Anderson throws a hook but Newton blocks it.#TD2#
Newton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
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 Hades Anderson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Newton shoots for a takedown but Anderson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Newton fails with the takedown.
Anderson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newton.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Newton moves away from the strike by Anderson.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Newton connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Anderson's hands.
Anderson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Anderson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson lands a glancing blow to the side of Newton's head.
Anderson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Anderson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Newton.
Anderson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hades Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Anderson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Newton moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Newton blocks a jab.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Newton ducks down to avoid it.
Newton shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Anderson defends well and Newton ends up having to push Anderson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Decent striking displayed by Anderson there.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Newton's shoulder, as Newton tries to avoid the shot.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
A little feinted left hand from Anderson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters circling - Anderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Newton looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Anderson misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Newton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Anderson's guard.#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Anderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Newton wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving. #SUB#
Anderson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anderson controls Newton momentarily but Newton frees himself.
Newton trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom. #T3#
Newton slips nicely into half guard.
Newton is keen to just control but Anderson is a slippery customer.
Newton moves nicely into side control.
Newton wants to control but Anderson is keeping him busy.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Anderson tries to bench press Newton off him but Newton keeps the position.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Anderson regains half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Anderson is defending it quite comfortably.
Anderson is trying to stand back up but Newton is controlling him
Anderson is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hades Anderson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Anderson throws a big shot that misses.
Newton shoots for a double leg takedown but Anderson sprawls well. He's pushed Newton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Anderson tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Anderson to the ground. Anderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
Hades Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Newton moved out of range.
Anderson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Newton.
Hades Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson swings for the body but Newton moves out of range.
Newton moves away from the strike by Anderson.
Newton with the counter takedown but Anderson avoids it easily.
Anderson misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2#
Newton drives through with a takedown into guard.
Newton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1##SUB#
Anderson looking for a guillotine here but Newton defends easily.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Anderson is retaining full guard.
Newton trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet but Newton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Newton is pushing down on Anderson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Anderson is fighting to maintain full guard but Newton has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Anderson is defending well.
Anderson wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Anderson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB#
Anderson looking for subs from the bottom but Newton mounts him!
Anderson working to try and regain half guard.
Newton wants to control the pace but Anderson is squirming around nicely.
Newton controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Anderson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Newton. #T4#
Anderson is trying to stand up.
Newton trying to control but Anderson is having none of it. #SUB2#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Anderson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Anderson and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Anderson can't do much from the bottom here.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anderson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Newton.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Newton.
I think Anderson 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hades Anderson!
Hades Anderson 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:
DUEL#108 Stenberg vs Fagaro
Date: Nov 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Mikhasevich swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mikhasevich throws a hook but Newton blocks it.#TD#
Mikhasevich gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mikhasevich is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newton is controlling him.
Newton advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton swings around for an armbar but Mikhasevich sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Newton's guard.
Mikhasevich wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Mikhasevich 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.
Mikhasevich is looking to stand up but Newton won't let him. #SUB#
Mikhasevich got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mikhasevich has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Newton seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Newton working a defensive guard but Mikhasevich manages to pass into side control anyway.
Mikhasevich tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Newton wants to control but Mikhasevich postures up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Newton regains half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Newton gets full guard.
Newton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mikhasevich stopping the sweep attempt from Newton.
Newton looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mikhasevich puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T3##SU2#
Mikhasevich gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Mikhasevich misses with a straight left.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Newton closes the distance and pushes Mikhasevich back into the cage.#BC2#
Mikhasevich escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Good exchange - Mikhasevich coming out on top.
Mikhasevich tries to bum rush Newton with a series of wild strikes but Newton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Mikhasevich takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Newton is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Mikhasevich sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Newton just misses with a punch to the body.
Mikhasevich misses with a few strikes there.
Mikhasevich misses with the combination.
#T4#
Mikhasevich rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Newton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mikhasevich!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newton tries to advance to mount but can't.
Newton happy to just control the position for now. #SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mikhasevich has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Mikhasevich.
Newton is trying to control Mikhasevich's posture but Mikhasevich avoids it.
Newton is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gennady Mikhasevich dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Newton staying out of range there.
Mikhasevich fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mikhasevich waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Newton.
Sloppy strikes from Mikhasevich. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Newton has Mikhasevich up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Newton pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Newton pulls Mikhasevich in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mikhasevich is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Mikhasevich tries to stand but Newton is controlling from the bottom.
Newton wants to sweep but no luck.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Newton controls Mikhasevich momentarily but Mikhasevich frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mikhasevich throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Mikhasevich fights it but they end up in guard.
Newton wants to control from the top but Mikhasevich keeps moving.
Newton looking to sit in guard and control but Mikhasevich gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Newton trying to control the position.
#T2#
Mikhasevich wants to stand but Newton is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mikhasevich doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mikhasevich manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newton 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#
Newton tries to pass to full mount but Mikhasevich defends it. #T3##SUB#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Mikhasevich is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Newton wants to free his trapped foot but Mikhasevich is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Mikhasevich is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Newton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mikhasevich sees it coming and defends easily.#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.
Mikhasevich looks like he's trying to stand up.
Newton is looking to take a break and control but Mikhasevich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Newton is working for a kimura but Mikhasevich is defending it quite comfortably.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mikhasevich is staying active underneath Newton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton blocks a jab.
Newton moves out of range as Mikhasevich strikes.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Mikhasevich.
Mikhasevich thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mikhasevich swinging wildly here.
Mikhasevich throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
Newton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Newton dodges the punch combination from Mikhasevich.
Newton lands a nice shot that snaps Mikhasevich's head back.
Gennady Mikhasevich 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.#TD#
Newton 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.
Mikhasevich is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newton is controlling him.
Newton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Mikhasevich is looking to stand up but Newton isn't so interested in that idea. #ES2#
Mikhasevich manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Gennady Mikhasevich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mikhasevich lands with a hook. Newton tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
No joy there for Mikhasevich, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2#
Newton drops his hands momentarily and Mikhasevich takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice sprawl there from Mikhasevich as Newton shoots in.
A jab from Mikhasevich misses.
Mikhasevich tries to bum rush Newton with a series of wild strikes but Newton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mikhasevich throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Newton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mikhasevich dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Newton has a closed guard, preventing Mikhasevich from standing up. #SU2#
Mikhasevich gets to his feet - Newton follows without any prompting. #T3#
Newton tries to clinch but Mikhasevich is having none of it.
Mikhasevich throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
so Newton counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Mikhasevich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mikhasevich is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Newton dives into side control.
Mikhasevich is trying to buck Newton off.
Mikhasevich is not content to let Newton control the position.
Mikhasevich wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
Mikhasevich is being controlled here.
Newton tries to move to mount but Mikhasevich blocks the move with his legs.
Mikhasevich pushes Newton away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Newton gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Newton trying to control the position but Mikhasevich is working away. #SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mikhasevich, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mikhasevich has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Mikhasevich.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gennady Mikhasevich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mikhasevich 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gennady Mikhasevich!
Our winner, Gennady Mikhasevich, 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:
DUEL#104 Staal vs Momochi
Date: Oct 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Newton shoots in and drives through. Hoffman sprawls well.#TD#
Hoffman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Hoffman goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Newton rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hoffman 's guard! Nice work there by Newton!
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Newton defends well.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Newton preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hoffman keeping moving, preventing Newton from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Newton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hoffman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Newton has managed to get both his arms back between Hoffman 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hoffman working for a triangle but Newton defends it easily.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hoffman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton 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#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Hoffman is tightening it up a little... Newton has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Newton reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Newton taps out! Nice BJJ there by Hoffman !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Albert Hoffman !
After the big win, Albert Hoffman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
DFN#21 Bang vs Fanning
Date: Sep 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Conchito Alonso gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Conchito Alonso is looking to improve his position.
Conchito Alonso slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Newton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Conchito Alonso struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Conchito Alonso has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Newton but great work by Conchito Alonso .
Conchito Alonso creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Newton sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Newton sneaks back into half guard.
Conchito Alonso throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Conchito Alonso wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Newton wants to control but Conchito Alonso is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is trying to control but Conchito Alonso passes into side control!
Conchito Alonso in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Conchito Alonso moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Conchito Alonso landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Newton tries to bench press Conchito Alonso off him but Conchito Alonso keeps the position. #T2#
Conchito Alonso advances nicely into full mount.
Conchito Alonso trying to control but Newton is having none of it.
Newton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Newton bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Newton passes Conchito Alonso 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be working for a kimura but Conchito Alonso defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Conchito Alonso is defending well.
Conchito Alonso trying to control from the bottom.
#T3##SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Conchito Alonso moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Conchito Alonso is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Newton trying to control but Conchito Alonso is working from the bottom.
Conchito Alonso trying to control the position.
Conchito Alonso keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Conchito Alonso is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Newton wants to control from the top but Conchito Alonso keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Newton is pushing down on Conchito Alonso 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Conchito Alonso is fighting to maintain full guard but Newton has managed to sneak the leg through.
Conchito Alonso is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for an arm triangle but Conchito Alonso is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Conchito Alonso tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Conchito Alonso is defending it quite comfortably.
Conchito Alonso regains full guard. Nicely done.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Conchito Alonso looking for a guillotine here but Newton defends easily.
Newton tries to free his leg and advance position but Conchito Alonso is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bill Newton dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Conchito Alonso ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Newton moves away.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Conchito Alonso throws a jab but it's blocked by Newton.
Newton is looking to clinch but Conchito Alonso is avoiding it.
Conchito Alonso misses with a hook. Newton ducked under it nicely.
Newton is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newton tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Conchito Alonso cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Newton shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Conchito Alonso 's guard.
Conchito Alonso trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Conchito Alonso is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Conchito Alonso manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Conchito Alonso 's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton passes Conchito Alonso 's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Newton prevents Conchito Alonso from improving his position.#SUB#
Conchito Alonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily.
Conchito Alonso moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Newton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Conchito Alonso has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Newton has managed to get both his arms back between Conchito Alonso 's legs - danger averted.
Newton passes Conchito Alonso 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Newton is keen to just control but Conchito Alonso is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bill Newton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Conchito Alonso is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Newton is working for a kimura but Conchito Alonso is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Newton works his way into full mount!
Conchito Alonso keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Conchito Alonso is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Newton working for a submission but Conchito Alonso is keeping him at bay.
Newton trying to control but Conchito Alonso is having none of it. #T3##SUB2#
Newton working for a guillotine from mount but Conchito Alonso is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Conchito Alonso has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Conchito Alonso !
Conchito Alonso has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Newton tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Newton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Conchito Alonso has passed into half guard!
Conchito Alonso trying to control the action but Newton is working from the bottom. #T4#
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton is refusing to be controlled, as Conchito Alonso sits in half guard.
Newton has hold of Conchito Alonso 's hands but Conchito Alonso slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Conchito Alonso trying to control from half guard but Newton is working away.
Ground and pound from Conchito Alonso .
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newton gets back to full guard.
Conchito Alonso in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bill Newton will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newton tries to close the distance and clinch but Conchito Alonso swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Newton slips a straight right by Conchito Alonso .
Newton slips under a jab.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Conchito Alonso tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newton was well out of range. Poor timing from Conchito Alonso .
Newton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Newton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Conchito Alonso is fending him off so far but Newton persists. Nope, Conchito Alonso circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Conchito Alonso as Newton shoots in.
An attempted straight right counter from Conchito Alonso misses the target.
Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Newton avoids the body shot from Conchito Alonso .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchito Alonso misses with a hook.
Newton with the counter takedown but Conchito Alonso avoids it easily.
Newton throws a body punch but Conchito Alonso moves out of range.
Conchito Alonso fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Newton looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Conchito Alonso misses.
Newton moves out of range as Conchito Alonso strikes.#T1#
A slow jab from Conchito Alonso misses its intended target.
Conchito Alonso misses with a body shot.
Newton closes this distance looking for a takedown but Conchito Alonso circles away.
Conchito Alonso misses the shot to the body.
Newton looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Conchito Alonso looks to score with a jab to the body but Newton is just out of range.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Conchito Alonso shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Conchito Alonso quickly recovers to half guard.
Newton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Conchito Alonso knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Conchito Alonso is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!
Conchito Alonso biding his time, looking for the opening.
Newton covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Conchito Alonso has the hooks in. Newton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Conchito Alonso tightening his grip on Newton, looking for the choke.
Newton is really stuck here.
Newton is trapped and Conchito Alonso is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Newton rolls, trying to escape but Conchito Alonso keeps control of the position.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Conchito Alonso .
Conchito Alonso is punishing Newton with some ground and pound.
Conchito Alonso scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Newton is looking for a way out. #T3#
Conchito Alonso has Newton flattened out and is raining down punches.
Conchito Alonso connects with a big shot to the side of Newton's head.
Newton breaks Conchito Alonso 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Conchito Alonso working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Newton sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Conchito Alonso looking to control.
Newton passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Conchito Alonso manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Conchito Alonso throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Conchito Alonso is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton advances to half guard.
Bill Newton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Conchito Alonso is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton uses his free foot to push down on Conchito Alonso 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Conchito Alonso .
Conchito Alonso regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Newton 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Newton!
In defeat, Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso stepped up to the mic, saying 'Pinche pendejos!'.
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Event:
DFC 67: Svensson Vs Pate
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Conchito Alonso scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Newton. #SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Conchito Alonso is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Archon Dojo, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
You can see the frustration on Conchito Alonso 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Conchito Alonso is looking to regain half guard here but Newton keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Conchito Alonso rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Conchito Alonso !
Conchito Alonso trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Conchito Alonso lands a couple of digs.
Conchito Alonso working some strikes from top position.
Conchito Alonso works over Newton with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Conchito Alonso works over Newton with some ground and pound from guard.
Conchito Alonso passes Newton's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Conchito Alonso scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Newton manages to get to full guard.
Conchito Alonso is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Conchito Alonso is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Conchito Alonso wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Newton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2##SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Conchito Alonso pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Conchito Alonso trying to control the position from guard on top but Newton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Conchito Alonso is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Conchito Alonso preventing the sweep.
Conchito Alonso stays in close to Newton's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a triangle but Conchito Alonso pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Conchito Alonso doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Newton is tightening it up a little... Conchito Alonso has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Conchito Alonso reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Conchito Alonso taps out! Nice BJJ there by Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bill Newton!
Marco Antonio Conchito Alonso spoke after the fight, saying 'Caramba!'.
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Event:
DFC 60: Enmity
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Pate lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pate works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Newton dives in for a single leg takedown but Pate sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And Pate counters with a quick kick to the body but Newton blocks it.
Pate is looking to land body kicks.#TD2#
Newton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pate has escaped the position, nice work there.
Newton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pate keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Pate prevents Newton from improving position.
Pate gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Pate is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newton's back!
Newton is in bad spot here.
Pate is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Newton rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T2#
Pate content to control rather than advance.
Pate'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.
Pate trying to mount his opponent but Newton defends it.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Pate has control of the leg. #T3##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pate seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pate sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Newton looking for a kimura from the bottom but Pate passes into side control!
Newton is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Murha Pate dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Pate throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Newton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.
Pate throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pate tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pate sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Newton looks to clinch
and Pate counters with a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Newton dives in and scores a takedown into Pate's guard.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Pate slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVR#
Newton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Newton working a defensive guard here.
Pate controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pate preventing the sweep.
Pate has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pate defends well.
Pate's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Newton is looking to sweep but instead, Pate has passed into half guard.
Pate is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Newton trying to hold on to Pate's head to control him but Pate postures up.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pate passes into side control, despite Newton's attempt to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Newton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pate moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T3#
Newton sneaks back into half guard.
Newton wants to improve his position but Pate is controlling well.
Newton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.
Pate swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pate throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Murha Pate is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A cross from Pate lands.
We've been told by Pate's head coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pate stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pate wants it to stay on the feet.
Murha Pate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Nice takedown defense from Pate. No joy for Newton on that attempt.
Pate attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Newton tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pate swivels and escapes.
Newton shoots and misses
and Pate counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Newton thinking.
Newton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pate stuffs the takedown attempt from Newton. Newton gets slowly back to his feet.
Newton gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Murha Pate dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nice defenses there by Newton.
Newton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Newton tries to clinch but Pate moves out of range.
Newton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pate leaves Newton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pate counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murha Pate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton takes one to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Pate.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Newton.#T1#
Pate throws the left hand but Newton avoids the punch easily.
Newton takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Newton fails to land the takedown.
Newton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pate throws a shot to the body.
Pate scores with a crisp jab that stopped Newton in his tracks.
Newton moves out of range of the body kick.
Murha Pate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pate throws out the jab.
Pate defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Newton.
Pate was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A punch combination from Pate misses.
Pate dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Newton. That did some damage!#T2#
Pate is looking to score with low kicks.
Newton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Pate defends it nicely.
Pate throws a half hearted mid kick.
Newton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Pate lands a two punch combo.
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!
Pate swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pate misses the shot to the body.
Murha Pate is winning the standup battle so far.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Pate shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pate swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Newton.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Pate shows good takedown defense.
Pate delivers a nice body kick.
Newton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Pate misses with a straight left.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but Pate shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pate is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Pate feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Newtons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pate lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pate keeps Newton at a distance using the push kick.
Pate connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Newton momentarily.
Newton on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pate. Pate obviously looking to wear him down.
Newton tries for a takedown but Pate sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#KD#
Pate lands a big right hand that sends Newton crashing to the mat! Pate stays standing though and waves Newton back to his feet!#ROC#
Newton is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Newton walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Pate! 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 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Murha Pate!
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Event:
DFC 51: Newton Vs Neil
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Neil throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Newton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Neil won't be happy with that.
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.
Newton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Neil keeps working. #SUB#
Newton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Neil is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Newton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Neil works his way to full guard. Good work.
Newton stopping the sweep attempt from Neil.
Newton passes Neil's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Newton is pressing down on Neil's thigh, looking to free his foot. Neil is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neil wants to improve his position but Newton is controlling well.
Newton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Neil working to try and regain half guard.
#T1##SUB#
Newton has control of Neil's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Neil regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Neil is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Newton is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Neil has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Neil!
Neil content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Newton working for a triangle but Neil defends it easily.
Neil postures up and lands a big shot to Newton's brow. #T2#
Neil cracks Newton with a solid left hand.
Neil makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Neil trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Neil defends it easily.
Newton looking to control.
Neil engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Newton trying to control the position.
#T3#
Newton has momentary wrist control but Neil slips an elbow through the middle.
Neil postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Neil is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Neil cracks Newton with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Neil defends it easily.
Neil works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Neil slips a nice elbow through Newton's hands, connecting with Newton's forehead.
Newton is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Neil 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.
Neil working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The 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. Neil connects with a nice short shot to Newton's temple. #ROC2#
Newton is rocked!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Neil lands a nice short elbow.
Oh Newton is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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. Neil connects with a nice short shot to Newton's temple.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Neil working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T4#
Neil lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Newton quite badly. Newton pulls Neil in close trying to recover. Neil postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Newton on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Newton doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Neil!
James Neil is the new middleweight champion!
In his post fight interview, James Neil gave a big smile as he said 'Just hit my music and let's go.'.
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Event:
DFC 44: Pate Vs Newton 2
Date: May 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Pate. No joy for Newton on that attempt.
Pate delivers a nice body kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Pate.
Newton connects with a looping right hand.
Newton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Newton fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pate quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Pate circles away from the clinch attempt.
Newton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pate as he jumps to the side.
Pate with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Pate makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Newton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Pate to counter with a crisp jab.
Murha Pate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.#T1#
Pate leaves Newton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Newton. #ES#
Pate sneaks out the side door and pushes Newton away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#TD2#
Newton shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Newton was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pate is looking for a sweep.
Pate struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pate, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2##SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton tries to advance to mount but can't.
Pate is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pate is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pate is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pate is looking to reverse the position.#T3##SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Pate is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Newton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Newton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Newton is looking to advance position but Pate won't allow it. #SUB2#
Newton in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Pate tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
Bill Newton is the new middleweight champion!
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Event:
DFC 35: Guns Blazing
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Fart. No joy for Newton on that attempt. #CL#
Newton moves into range and clinches up with Fart.
Fart lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Newton tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Fart just stands there and leans against the cage.
Fart lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Newton tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fart looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Newton is trying to pull guard but Fart turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Newton pulls Fart into guard.
#SU2#
Fart stands and steps away. Newton gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Fart gets a clinch.
Fart throws an elbow but it's blocked.
We've been hearing reports that Newton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Fart lands an elbow inside that Newton shrugs off.
Fart works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A right handed body shot lands from Fart.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fart throws an elbow but it misses.
Newton blocks the elbow strike.
Fart comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Newton avoids a wild elbow strike from Fart.
Newton tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Newton gets control of Fart's arms and successfully pulls guard. Newton will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Fart wants to get up but he can't break Newton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Fart wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Newton's closed guard. He's half up but Newton has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Newton pivots and extends the arm, Fart falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Newton! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFC 28: Newton Vs Pate
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Newton moves in looking to clinch but Pate pushes him off.
Pate throws a hook but Newton avoids it easily.
Newton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pate swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A solid body kick from Pate.
Pate stalks Newton and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Newton's face. Newton staggers backwards, shaken.
Newton throws a predictable looking body shot
and Pate counters with a straight right hand.
Newton checks a leg kick.
Newton ducks under a wild hook from Pate.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pate digs a good body shot into Newton's ribs.
We've been hearing reports that Newton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Newton moves out of range of the strikes.
Newton throws an off balance right hand
and Pate connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice takedown defense from Pate. No joy for Newton on that attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pate counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pate connects with a single shot there.
Newton takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Pate stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pate wants it to stay on the feet.
Pate fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Newton has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Newton takes one on the button.
A good leg kick by Pate.
Newton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pate tries to avoid it but Newton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pate to the ground. Pate escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pate misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Newton counters with a shoot takedown. Pate fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
Pate scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Newton wants to clinch but Pate slips to the side
and Pate counters with a good, hard body kick but Newton shrugs it off.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A solid leg kick lands there for Pate.
Pate lands the left hand.
Pate cracks Newton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Newton shoots in looking for a takedown but Pate manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Newton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Newton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newton on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC2#
Newton is rocked!
Pate throws a shot to the body.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Pate is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Pate lands a jab to the nose.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Pate! Newton is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murha Pate!
Murha Pate is the new middleweight champion!
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Event:
DFC 17: Four Vs Newton
Date: Feb 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Newton walks into a left hand.
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Newton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Four keeps the fight on the outside.
Newton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Four misses with a straight left.
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD#
and Four counters with a crisp one two that drops Newton! Four thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Newton to his feet! Newton is in big trouble!#ROC#
Newton is rocked!
Four thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sloppy strikes from Four. Those never looked like landing.
And Newton tries to counter it with a takedown but Four pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Newton closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Newton lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Newton has gone for a leg lock! Four slips out almost immediately though and dives into Newton's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Four defends it easily.
Four is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Four is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Four is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Four manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Four's guard.
Newton wants to control from the top but Four keeps moving. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Four seems keen to control Newton's posture.
Four'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.
Newton pushes down on Four's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but Four is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newton to get the leverage.
Newton wants to take a breather but Four is having none of it. #SUB2#
Newton has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Four defend it? Newton steps over the head and cranks it - Four is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Newton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
Bill Newton is the new middleweight champion!
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Event:
DFC 14: No Mercy
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Karr, right into the meat.
We've been told by Karr's head coaches at Die Trying Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Newton has a takedown stuffed.
Michael Karr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Karr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Newton's calf.
An inside leg kick from Karr misses.
Newton shoots in but no luck this time.
Karr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A low kick from Karr misses #CL2#
and Newton holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Karr is trying to break free.
Newton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Karr to keep the fight standing.
Michael Karr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bill Newton.
Karr prevents the takedown attempt.
Newton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton can't get the takedown.
Karr is trying to break the clinch but Newton is controlling him.#TD2#
Newton gets control of Karr's arms and successfully pulls guard. Newton will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Newton looking for a sweep. Not yet Newton, not yet. #SUB2#
Karr has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Newton to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Karr is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Newton pulls down on the head and he's put Karr to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFC 10: Season's Beatings
Date: Dec 24, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Jordan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton wants to get back to full guard.
Jordan missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Newton 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.#SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Jordan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jordan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Newton with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Newton wants to improve his position but Jordan is controlling well.
Newton trying to control but Jordan postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordan not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jordan thows a huge punch but Newton dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Newton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jordan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jordan's back!
Jordan trying to control the position but Newton manages to sink in the hooks.
Jordan can't escape the position.
Jordan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Newton is working for a rear naked choke. Jordan is not defending it well and Newton has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Jordan refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Jordan's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFC 6: Havoc
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Pits misses with a hook
#TD#
and Newton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Newton.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pits really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Newton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Newton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Newton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Newton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Newton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pits, who protects the arm well.
Newton is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1##SUB#
Newton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Newton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Newton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Newton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Newton has hold of Pits's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Pits seems comfortable defending it but Newton has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Pits is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Pits is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Newton couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFC 3: Johnson Vs Dalton
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Newton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Norvac.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Newton fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Norvac to the ground. Newton is now in Norvac's guard.#SUB#
Newton 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.
Newton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Newton looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton advances position into side control!#SUB#
Newton has an Americana. Norvac didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Newton is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Newton hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bill Newton!
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Event:
DFC 1: Initiation
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Newton misses with a takedown attempt
and Pearson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Newton.
Newton with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pearson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Pearson clinches with his opponent.
Newton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pearson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Pearson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Pearson breaks from the clinch.
Newton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pearson avoids it really well and circles away.#T1##CL2#
Pearson instigates a clinch.
Newton managing to block the knees to the body from Pearson.
Pearson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Newton avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
Pearson has Newton pressed against the cage.
Pearson missing with knees to the body.
Newton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pearson to keep the fight standing.
Pearson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Pearson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Pearson effectively controlling the action here.
Pearson lands a right hand.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearson obliges.
Newton is breathing heavily.
Pearson lands a nice knee to the body.
Pearson'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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pearson tries to land knees in the clinch but Newton avoids the damage to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearson.
Pearson is leaning against Newton and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3#
Pearson lands a nice knee to the body.
Pearson crunches a lovely knee into Newton's ribcage.#BC2#
Pearson manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Pearson instigates a clinch.
Newton tries for a takedown but Pearson manages to get underhooks.
Pearson slowing the pace effectively.
Pearson lands a knee to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearson.
Pearson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Newton is defending well for now.
Newton on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pearson holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T4#
Pearson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Newton up against the cage.
Pearson continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Stalling in the clinch from Pearson.
The referee is keeping an eye on Pearson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Pearson lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Pearson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Pearson closes the distance and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stanley Pearson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Pearson clinches up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Pearson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Pearson is pressed up against the cage. Newton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Pearson down to the mat. Pearson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Pearson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Newton, pushing him back against the cage.
Newton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pearson to keep the fight standing.
Knees to the body from Pearson.
Pearson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Pearson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pearson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Newton up against the cage.
Pearson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#T1#
Pearson just leaning against Newton, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Stanley Pearson.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Newton looks for a takedown but Pearson sprawls well.
Newton shoots and misses
letting Pearson counter with a right hand.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Pearson has managed to clinch.
Newton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T2#
Newton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pearson after a bit of a struggle.
Pearson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Pearson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Pearson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Newton letting Pearson take a breather here.
Newton avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearson obliges.
Newton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pearson tries to land knees in the clinch but Newton avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Pearson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Pearson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Newton avoids it.
Pearson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pearson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Newton backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pearson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Pearson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Newton. #CL2#
Pearson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Pearson stalling against the cage.
#T4#
Newton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Newton on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pearson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Newton avoids it.
Pearson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Newton.
Newton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pearson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Newton is defending well for now.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stanley Pearson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Newton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pearson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stanley Pearson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Newton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pearson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Newton fails with a takedown attempt.
Newton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pearson defends well and Newton ends up having to push Pearson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Newton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Pearson forces Newton back against the cage and clinches.
Newton avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pearson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Newton lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Pearson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pearson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Pearson missing with knees to the body.
Pearson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#BC2#
Pearson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Pearson has closed the distance and engaged Newton in a clinch.
Pearson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pearson lands with a right to the head.
Pearson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Newton in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Pearson lands a body shot in the clinch.
#BC2#
Pearson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Newton fails with the takedown
and Pearson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2##CL2#
Pearson clinches up with Newton and pushes him back against the cage.
Pearson trying to land knees to the body.
A short right from Pearson on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pearson lands with a short shot to the head.
Newton wants a takedown but no success here.
Pearson lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Pearson breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Pearson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Newton, pushing him back against the cage.
Pearson holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Pearson - that landed with a thud.
#T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Pearson.
Knees to the body from Pearson.
Pearson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Pearson.
Stanley Pearson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pearson lands a nice knee to the body.
Newton managing to block the knees to the body from Pearson.
Pearson gets through Newton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pearson lands a nice knee to the body. #T4#
Pearson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Newton.
#BC2#
Pearson breaks from the clinch.
Newton closes the distance and clinches up with Pearson, looking for a takedown. Newton pushes Pearson against the cage but Pearson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Newton gets tackled into the cage by Pearson. Pearson maintains the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pearson leaning against his opponent.
Bill Newton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearson.
Pearson stalling.
Pearson landing knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stanley Pearson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Pearson 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 24:30
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 24:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stanley Pearson!
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