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Event:
Gladiators 42 McCain v Grieg
Date: Aug 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Karalopolous fails with the takedown
letting Teixeira counter with a right hand.
Karalopolous shoots in but no luck this time.
Karalopolous takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Karalopolous shoots in looking for a takedown. Teixeira tries to sprawl out of it but Karalopolous keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Teixeira manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dimi Karalopolous. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karalopolous closes the distance and clinches up with Teixeira, looking for a takedown. Karalopolous pushes Teixeira against the cage but Teixeira circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Karalopolous gets the takedown into side control.
The referee asks Karalopolous politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Karalopolous prefers to stall for the moment though.
Karalopolous scores with a couple of short elbows.
Karalopolous working the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karalopolous is staying tight to Teixeira's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Karalopolous has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Teixeira on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Karalopolous controlling the position.
Teixeira on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Karalopolous works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Karalopolous lands some shots froms side control.
Check out the look on Karalopolous's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Karalopolous controlling from side mount.
Teixeira is looking to regain half guard here but Karalopolous keeps moving and retains side control.
Karalopolous controlling from side mount. #T2#
Teixeira is working to avoid the ground and pound but Karalopolous connects with a decent elbow.
Karalopolous is working Teixeira over with some ground and pound from side control.
Karalopolous scores with punches from side control.
Karalopolous looks up at the clock and then as Teixeira takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Karalopolous smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Teixeira tries to buck Karalopolous off but Karalopolous is having none of it.
Karalopolous has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Teixeira!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Karalopolous pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Teixeira is rocked!
A big strike lands for Karalopolous! That's really hurt Teixeira and he's turned his back - Karalopolous keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Karalopolous jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dimi Karalopolous!
Post fight, Dimi Karalopolous took to the microphone: 'What we do in life echoes in eternity'.
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Event:
Gladiators 33 Sharp v Gain
Date: Jun 30, 2017 |
#R1#
No joy there for Van Ginsburg, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Karalopolous swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Van Ginsburg connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Karalopolous closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Van Ginsburg's guard.
Karalopolous connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Ginsburg knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Karalopolous on the ground.
Karalopolous working some strikes from top position.
Karalopolous landing with the ground and pound.
Van Ginsburg can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Karalopolous controls the pace.
Karalopolous with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karalopolous working some strikes from top position.
Van Ginsburg wants to stand but Karalopolous is controlling the position.
Van Ginsburg has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Karalopolous is working Van Ginsburg over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Karalopolous landing with the ground and pound.
Karalopolous 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. #T1#
Karalopolous postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Karalopolous lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Karalopolous slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Van Ginsburg wants to stand but Karalopolous is controlling the position.
Karalopolous has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Karalopolous scoring with some ground and pound.
Karalopolous not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Karalopolous passes Van Ginsburg's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Karalopolous drops an elbow to the side of Van Ginsburg's head.
Karalopolous not doing much here.
Van Ginsburg is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Karalopolous scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2#
Karalopolous lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous is nestled in close to Van Ginsburg, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Karalopolous perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Karalopolous is nestled in close to Van Ginsburg, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Karalopolous content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
It looks like Karalopolous 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.
Let's hope that Karalopolous 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Van Ginsburg is looking to escape.
Van Ginsburg taking some punishment here, with Karalopolous in his half guard.
Karalopolous landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Karalopolous lands strikes from half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Karalopolous in particular looking to stall.
Nice strikes from Karalopolous there.
Karalopolous controlling the action here.
Karalopolous lands strikes from half guard.
Karalopolous seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Van Ginsburg!
Karalopolous controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Karalopolous lands with some strikes.
Karalopolous landing punches.
Karalopolous tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Karalopolous lands a heavy elbow.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Karalopolous lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Van Ginsburg hang on?
Karalopolous lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Karalopolous controlling the pace for now.
Karalopolous scoring with strikes but Van Ginsburg is staying in there. #ROC2#
Van Ginsburg is rocked!
Van Ginsburg is bucking up trying to escape but Karalopolous cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Oh Van Ginsburg is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Ginsburg takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Karalopolous scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Karalopolous connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous 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#
Van Ginsburg misses the jab.
Van Ginsburg seems to have got his legs back now.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Karalopolous closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Van Ginsburg did well to prevent Karalopolous getting side control.
Karalopolous seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Karalopolous drops an elbow to the side of Van Ginsburg's head.
Karalopolous lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dimi Karalopolous has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karalopolous landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Karalopolous working Van Ginsburg over with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Karalopolous in particular looking to stall.
Karalopolous lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1#
Karalopolous seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Karalopolous landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Karalopolous controlling the pace.
Karalopolous stops Van Ginsburg from getting back to his feet.
Van Ginsburg taking some punishment here, with Karalopolous in his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Karalopolous is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Karalopolous winds up and cracks Van Ginsburg with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Karalopolous passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Van Ginsburg!
Karalopolous has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Van Ginsburg's face.
Karalopolous is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Karalopolous sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Karalopolous has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Van Ginsburg's face.
Karalopolous raining down shots from the mount!
Karalopolous has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karalopolous raining down shots from the mount!#CUT2#
It looks like Max Van Ginsburg has been cut.#T3#
Oooooh, big shot lands for Karalopolous! Van Ginsburg is hurt baaadly! Karalopolous is firing away with more strikes - Van Ginsburg is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dimi Karalopolous!
Post fight, Dimi Karalopolous stared into the camera and said 'What we do in life echoes in eternity'.
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Event:
Gladiators 28 Perry v Silva
Date: Jun 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Karalopolous lands with a shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lee or perhaps it was just good defense by Karalopolous, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Lee looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Karalopolous wants to get back to his feet.
Karalopolous might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Lee is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Karalopolous defends it well.
Lee thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Karalopolous's head.
Karalopolous is trying to stand back up but Lee is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Karalopolous is defending against the submission attempts here by Lee.
Lee stops Karalopolous from getting back to his feet.
Karalopolous knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lee on the ground.#T1#
Lee lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Lee is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Karalopolous has managed to free his arm - good work.
Karalopolous pushes Lee off looking to stand but Lee dives back in and keeps control.
Lee is pressing down on Karalopolous's thigh, looking to free his foot. Karalopolous is holding on for now.
Karalopolous pushes Lee off looking to stand but Lee dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lee wants to work for an arm triangle but Karalopolous is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lee has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Karalopolous is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Lee is looking for submissions but instead, Karalopolous has regained full guard.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lee postures up in Karalopolous's guard and throws a big left but Karalopolous blocks it.
Lee wants to control from the top but Karalopolous keeps moving.
Karalopolous is looking to stand up but Lee isn't so interested in that idea.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lee trying to control but Karalopolous is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Karalopolous keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Karalopolous avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Karalopolous defends well and Lee ends up having to push Karalopolous into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dimi Karalopolous has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rumble Lee.
Lee shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Karalopolous as he jumps to the side.
Karalopolous misses with a takedown attempt - Lee sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lee enables Karalopolous to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lee manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Lee is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T3##TD#
Karalopolous turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Karalopolous trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom.
Karalopolous is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Karalopolous fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Karalopolous laying and praying for a moment but Lee takes advantage and regains half guard.
Lee is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Karalopolous stalling.
Karalopolous is thwarting Lee's attempts to control the position.
Karalopolous sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karalopolous throwing shots but Lee is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Rumble Lee will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Karalopolous fails to land the takedown.
No luck for Karalopolous with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Lee gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Karalopolous throws a big elbow that misses.
Karalopolous scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Karalopolous is in close to Lee's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Karalopolous is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lee for as long as he can get away with.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karalopolous's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Karalopolous forces his way into half guard.
Karalopolous keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rumble Lee has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karalopolous seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lee does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Karalopolous is pressing down on Lee's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lee is holding on for now.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karalopolous drops an elbow to the side of Lee's head.
Lee is not content to let Karalopolous control the position.
Lee won't allow Karalopolous to pass to mount.
We've been hearing that Karalopolous has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Karalopolous slips a nice elbow through Lee's hands, connecting with Lee's forehead.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lee's head. #T2#
Still in half guard, Karalopolous seems content to control.
Lee is looking to control Karalopolous's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lee avoid being mounted?
Karalopolous takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Karalopolous continues to stall.
Karalopolous is trying to control. Lee wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Karalopolous is stalling here. Lee is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Karalopolous seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Lee has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Karalopolous is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Lee is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Karalopolous is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Lee prevents Karalopolous from escaping the position.
Lee throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Karalopolous wants to get back to his feet but Lee drags him back down.
Karalopolous on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Karalopolous tries to get out of the position.
Lee scores with punches from side control.
Karalopolous pushes Lee away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lee gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lee looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Karalopolous is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Lee asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Lee looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Karalopolous is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Lee asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Lee swings around for an armbar but Karalopolous sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lee's guard.
Lee utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Karalopolous stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Lee throws up his legs and catches Karalopolous in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Karalopolous tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Lee! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rumble Lee!
Rumble Lee bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Dimi Karalopolous had this to say: 'Now we are free'.
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Event:
Gladiators 21 Bravo vs Snot
Date: May 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Jenkins looks to land a combination but Karalopolous avoids it well.
Karalopolous was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#TD2#
Karalopolous fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jenkins sprawls well initially but Karalopolous persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Jenkins trying to control here.
Ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Jenkins regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Karalopolous.
Jenkins throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jenkins is trying to keep Karalopolous in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karalopolous controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jenkins 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous landing some decent shots from guard.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Karalopolous avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karalopolous really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jenkins. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Karalopolous postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Jenkins looking for a guillotine here but Karalopolous defends easily.
Jenkins controlling the position.
Karalopolous controlling from the top position.
Karalopolous prevents Jenkins from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Jenkins throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Jenkins throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
Karalopolous 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.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Jenkins has wrist control.
Jenkins can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Karalopolous controls the pace.
Karalopolous connects with a couple of short punches.
Jenkins looking for a sweep. Not yet Jenkins, not yet.
Karalopolous pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jenkins is keeping the position for now.
Karalopolous content to stall in guard here.
Karalopolous lands a couple of elbows.
Karalopolous content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Karalopolous not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jenkins trying to control the position.
Karalopolous scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Jenkins working for a triangle but Karalopolous defends it easily.
Karalopolous's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jenkins has momentary wrist control but Karalopolous slips an elbow through the middle.
Jenkins being controlled here, momentarily.
Karalopolous lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Jenkins is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Karalopolous sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Karalopolous in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Karalopolous must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Karalopolous postures up.
Karalopolous is pushing down on Jenkins's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jenkins is fighting to maintain full guard but Karalopolous has managed to sneak the leg through.
Karalopolous looks to land a strike but Jenkins avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#SUB#
Karalopolous avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karalopolous is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jenkins looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karalopolous stays in close to Jenkins's body and controls the position.
Karalopolous content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Karalopolous sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous 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#
Jenkins goes for a double leg but Karalopolous avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karalopolous continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Karalopolous closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Karalopolous lands in his opponent's guard.
Jenkins wants to stand up but Karalopolous is controlling him.
Karalopolous pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jenkins is keeping the position for now.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Jenkins blocks nicely.
Karalopolous showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous won't allow Jenkins to sweep him here.
Karalopolous is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Karalopolous loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Jenkins preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Karalopolous postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Karalopolous throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jenkins works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jenkins is looking to stand up but Karalopolous isn't so interested in that idea.
Karalopolous controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jenkins 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.
Karalopolous postures up in Jenkins's guard and throws a big left but Jenkins blocks it.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karalopolous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Karalopolous lands a couple of elbows.
Karalopolous trying to control but Jenkins is working from the bottom.
Karalopolous content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2##SUB#
Jenkins has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Karalopolous can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Karalopolous has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Heart Cave (8 elites, 4 double-elites, 1 triple). Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Karalopolous controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Karalopolous tries to free his leg and advance position but Jenkins is retaining full guard.
Karalopolous showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Karalopolous stopping the sweep attempt from Jenkins.
Karalopolous stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jenkins swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Karalopolous's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Karalopolous scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Karalopolous with a flurry of punches that miss.
Karalopolous makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Karalopolous postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Karalopolous controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Karalopolous is continuing to stall.
Karalopolous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jenkins is trying to control the position but Karalopolous postures up.
Karalopolous trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Jenkins manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Jenkins wants to control from the top but Karalopolous keeps moving.
Karalopolous has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jenkins with a nice head shot there.#T4#
Karalopolous is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jenkins missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jenkins won't allow Karalopolous to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Karalopolous is trying to stand and escape. In the scramble, Jenkins has locked hold of an arm and he's managed to lock on an armbar - Karalopolous taps out instantly and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Maurice Jenkins!
Maurice Jenkins seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Dimi Karalopolous stepped up to the mic, saying 'Now we are free'.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 155 lbs, Round 1
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1#
Karalopolous has his takedown stuffed
enabling Hattori to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Karalopolous closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hattori quickly recovers to half 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.
Karalopolous looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hattori with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hattori tries to kick Karalopolous off but Karalopolous keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hattori's head.
Hattori is trying to stand up here but Karalopolous is controlling him well.
Karalopolous working Hattori over with strikes.
Hattori on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hattori tries to get out of the position.
Karalopolous controlling the action here.
Hattori wants to get back to his feet.
Karalopolous is figuring out what he wants to do next.#ES#
Hattori pushes Karalopolous off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karalopolous shoots in looking for a takedown but Hattori manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Karalopolous's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T1#
Hattori lands with a cross.
Karalopolous throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown but Hattori sprawls well.
Masa Hattori has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dimi Karalopolous.
Hattori fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Dimi Karalopolous has been cut.
A slow jab from Karalopolous misses its intended target.
Karalopolous shoots in but Hattori avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hattori is fending him off so far but Karalopolous persists. Nope, Hattori circles away and we're back to standing.
Dimi Karalopolous seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Karalopolous takes one to the side of the head.
Hattori shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Karalopolous eats them both and turns towards Hattori to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown but Hattori sprawls well.#T2#
Karalopolous ducks right into an uppercut from Hattori.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karalopolous gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hattori.#ROC#
Karalopolous is rocked!
Karalopolous will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Karalopolous is still on wobbly legs! Can Hattori finish him?
Karalopolous get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Karalopolous stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Hattori runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Masa Hattori!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Masa Hattori made sure he mentioned Hellraiser FightGear, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
The defeated Dimi Karalopolous had this to say: 'Now we are free'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Ahmad on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT#
It looks like Riki Ahmad has been cut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ahmad looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD#
Karalopolous throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ahmad was covering up waiting for the punch and Karalopolous finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ahmad wants to stand and escape but Karalopolous is having none of it.
Karalopolous scoring with punches to the head and body.
Karalopolous controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've been hearing that Karalopolous has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Karalopolous is in close to Ahmad's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ahmad preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Karalopolous won't allow Ahmad to get back to his feet.
Karalopolous has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ahmad can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Karalopolous controls the pace.
Ahmad has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Harambe Remembrance Hall. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Karalopolous throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ahmad is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Karalopolous throwing strikes but missing.
Karalopolous wants to control from the top but Ahmad keeps moving.
Karalopolous postures up and lands a big shot to Ahmad's brow. #T1#
Ahmad wants to stand but Karalopolous is controlling the position.
Karalopolous lands a couple of digs.
Karalopolous looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Karalopolous won't allow Ahmad to get back to his feet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Karalopolous postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ahmad is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ahmad keeping moving, preventing Karalopolous from controlling successfully.
Karalopolous stays in close to Ahmad's body and controls the position.
Karalopolous is in close to Ahmad's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Karalopolous lands a couple of elbows.
Karalopolous scoring with some ground and pound.
Karalopolous trying to control but Ahmad is working from the bottom.
Karalopolous stands up over Ahmad, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Karalopolous works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ahmad can do anything to dispel that myth.
Karalopolous lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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. Karalopolous connects with a nice short shot to Ahmad's temple. #ROC#
Ahmad is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ahmad pushes Karalopolous off looking to stand but Karalopolous dives back in and keeps control.
Ahmad is still in real trouble! Can Karalopolous finish him?
Karalopolous looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Karalopolous working the head and body with strikes.
Ahmad on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karalopolous wants to take a breather but Ahmad is having none of it.
Karalopolous is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Ahmad is hurt! He's hurt bad - Karalopolous fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Ahmad from any more punishment! Congratulations to Karalopolous! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dimi Karalopolous!
Dimi Karalopolous opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
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Event:
On Top Of The World
Date: Mar 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Karalopolous fails with the takedown.
Harris appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Harris moves into range and clinches up with Karalopolous.
Karalopolous misses with a body punch.
Karalopolous is defending well against a takedown attempt.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Karalopolous creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Harris tries for a takedown. No joy.
Harris taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Karalopolous blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harris is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Karalopolous is keeping busy.
Karalopolous lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Harris.
Harris goes for a takedown attempt but Karalopolous pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Harris. 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.
Karalopolous cracks Harris with a right hand to the side of the head.
Harris pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Karalopolous blocks the body kick.
Nice sprawl there from Harris as Karalopolous shoots in.#T1#
Harris wants to clinch.
Harris shoots in looking for a takedown but Karalopolous manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Harris's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It seemed like Karalopolous was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Karalopolous displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harris throws out the jab.
Harris takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Karalopolous moves out of range of the strikes.
Karalopolous scores with a body shot.
Harris misses the shot to the body.
Karalopolous shoots in for a takedown but Harris shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Harris swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Karalopolous looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Karalopolous fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Harris defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Karalopolous.
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harris misses with a series of wild punches.
Karalopolous tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Karalopolous. #T2##TD2#
Karalopolous scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karalopolous creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Harris sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
An elbow from Karalopolous crashes against the mat.
Harris is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Harambe Remembrance Hall, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Karalopolous tries to stand but Harris is controlling his head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harris manages to get back to half guard.
Harris regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous passes into half guard.
Harris gets back to full guard.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Harris keeping moving, preventing Karalopolous from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karalopolous accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Karalopolous working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Karalopolous loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Harris has wrist control.
Harris is trying to keep Karalopolous in close.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Harris is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Harris blocks nicely.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Harris blocks nicely.
Karalopolous postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Karalopolous working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Harris blocks nicely.
Karalopolous won't allow Harris to get back to his feet.
Karalopolous engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Harris working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karalopolous.
Harris not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Karalopolous working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Harris tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Karalopolous manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Karalopolous uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Harris.
Karalopolous looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Harris has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Karalopolous finds it's way round the side to connect with Harris's head.
Paul Harris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Karalopolous shoots for a takedown but Harris saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Harris misses with a takedown attempt - Karalopolous sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Karalopolous drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Karalopolous won't allow Harris to get back to his feet.
Karalopolous has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris 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.
Karalopolous keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Harris's head.
Karalopolous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Karalopolous throws a big right hand that misses.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Karalopolous works over Harris with some ground and pound from guard.
Karalopolous wants to control from the top but Harris keeps moving.
Harris is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Karalopolous postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Karalopolous postures up in Harris's guard and throws a big left but Harris blocks it.
Karalopolous trying to control but Harris is working from the bottom.
Harris wants to sweep here but Karalopolous controlling him for the moment.
Karalopolous trying to control but Harris is working from the bottom.
Karalopolous with a flurry of punches that miss.
Karalopolous throwing strikes but missing.
Karalopolous wants to control from the top but Harris keeps moving. #T2#
Karalopolous preventing the sweep.
Harris utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Harris is controlling Karalopolous's posture.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Karalopolous has a takedown stuffed.
Paul Harris has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dimi Karalopolous.
Karalopolous displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Harris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Karalopolous manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Harris on his heels. He'll look to pass Harris's guard now, I'm sure.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Harris trying to control the position.
Harris utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Karalopolous with a nice head shot there.
Karalopolous cracks Harris with a solid left hand.
Karalopolous loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karalopolous postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Karalopolous throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Harris is adopting a defensive guard.
Harris on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Harris tries to get out of the position.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Karalopolous lands a couple of elbows.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous wants to control from the top but Harris keeps moving.
Karalopolous is looking to pass into half guard but Harris pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Harris is in guard.#REVR##T4##SUB2#
Karalopolous has an active guard here but Harris has managed to pass into half guard.
Karalopolous is trying to get back to full guard.
Karalopolous blocking the ground and pound attempt from Harris.
Karalopolous wants to control but Harris is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Harris scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Karalopolous is not content to let Harris control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karalopolous is looking for a sweep. Harris is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Karalopolous is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Harris's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Harris's back!#SUB2#
Karalopolous working for a choke but Harris is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Karalopolous goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Karalopolous tries to score a power double leg takedown but Harris sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Karalopolous somewhat.
Karalopolous darts in looking for a takedown but Harris gets double underhooks and turns Karalopolous into the cage.
Karalopolous avoids the head kick by Harris.
Harris misses with a series of wild punches.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown but Harris sprawls well.
Paul Harris has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dimi Karalopolous.
Karalopolous dodges the punch combination from Harris.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Harris. No joy for Karalopolous on that attempt.
Karalopolous dives in for a single leg takedown but Harris sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Harris stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Harris wants it to stay on the feet.
Harris throwing a counter right hand but Karalopolous manages to avoid it.
Karalopolous takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Karalopolous tries for a takedown but Harris circles away easily
letting Harris counter with a right hand. #T1#
Karalopolous tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Harris defends well and Karalopolous ends up having to push Harris into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Harris throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Karalopolous sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Karalopolous fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Harris shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Karalopolous is trying to defend but Harris finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Harris lands with a punch from half guard.
Harris trying to control the action but Karalopolous is working from the bottom.
Harris uses his free foot to push down on Karalopolous's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Karalopolous.
Harris is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T2#
Harris avoids the attempt from Karalopolous to control.
Karalopolous swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Karalopolous is wriggling around trying to escape.
Harris is landing with some decent strikes but Karalopolous is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Karalopolous is trying desperately to improve position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harris tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Karalopolous is working to get back to half guard.
Harris pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T3#
Harris working Karalopolous over with strikes here.
Harris lands a heavy elbow.
Harris looking to control but Karalopolous is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Karalopolous is trying to escape the mount.
Harris trying to control but Karalopolous is having none of it.
Dimi Karalopolous has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karalopolous is desperately trying to improve his position but Harris has a good base and remains in mount.
Paul Harris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Harris scoring with strikes but Karalopolous is staying in there.
Harris landing strikes from the mount and Karalopolous is in trouble!
Harris landing punches.
Harris with a couple of short strikes.
The referee warns Karalopolous that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Harris working away from the top, dropping strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Karalopolous is desperately trying to improve his position but Harris has a good base and remains in mount.
Harris lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dimi Karalopolous is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Harris prevents Karalopolous from getting the reversal.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Harris showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Karalopolous 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 28:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
Bloody Bloody Island
Date: Mar 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Kaka tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Karalopolous swivels and escapes.
Karalopolous shoots in but Kaka avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Karalopolous or perhaps it was just good defense by Kaka, which made it look bad. #TD#
Kaka looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kaka trying to control the action but Karalopolous is working from the bottom.
Kaka is really struggling to control Karalopolous but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Kaka is working for a kimura but Karalopolous is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaka is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#T1#
Kaka trying to control the action but Karalopolous is working from the bottom.
Karalopolous flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#SUB2#
Karalopolous looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Karalopolous wants to control but Kaka is keeping busy.
Karalopolous is looking for a sweep. Kaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Karalopolous looks like he's trying to stand up.
Karalopolous taking some punishment here, with Kaka in his half guard. #SUB#
Kaka is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Karalopolous doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kaka.
Karalopolous wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Karalopolous is refusing to be controlled, as Kaka sits in half guard.
Kaka throwing shots but Karalopolous is blocking nicely.
Kaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Karalopolous knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Karalopolous looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Karalopolous trying to hold on to Kaka's head to control him but Kaka postures up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kaka slows the pace down in half guard.
Kaka 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.
Kaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Karalopolous keeps working. #T3#
Karalopolous wants to get back to full guard.
Kaka is keen to just control but Karalopolous is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Karalopolous stuffs the takedown attempt from Kaka. Kaka gets slowly back to his feet.
Karalopolous 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.
Kaka feinted with a counter takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kaka.
A countering left hand to the body from Karalopolous misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gaga Kaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kaka takes one to the chin there.
Kaka needs to keep his hands up - Karalopolous had a free shot at his head there.
Dimi Karalopolous seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Karalopolous shoots in but no luck this time.
Kaka looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Karalopolous fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kaka avoids it really well and circles away.#T4##TD2#
Karalopolous changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kaka looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karalopolous in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Karalopolous landing strikes. #SUB2#
Karalopolous tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Karalopolous prevents Kaka from escaping the position.
Kaka is trying to control Karalopolous's posture but Karalopolous avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaka tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Karalopolous throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dimi Karalopolous will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kaka shoots and misses
and Karalopolous counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Karalopolous looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Kaka gets a takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Kaka.
Kaka content to control rather than advance.
Kaka is nestled in close to Karalopolous, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaka not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Karalopolous keeps working. #SUB#
Kaka is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kaka is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Karalopolous sees it coming and defends easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SUB#
Kaka is looking for a kimura here.
Karalopolous is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gaga Kaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Karalopolous actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karalopolous gets full guard.
Karalopolous trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Karalopolous can do anything to dispel that myth.
Karalopolous thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Karalopolous keeping moving, preventing Kaka from controlling successfully.
Kaka working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Karalopolous looking for a sweep. Not yet Karalopolous, not yet.
Kaka scoring with punches to the head and body.
Karalopolous is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Karalopolous throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Karalopolous keeping moving, preventing Kaka from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Karalopolous is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kaka sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Karalopolous shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kaka sprawls well. Kaka wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Karalopolous gets slowly back to his feet.
Gaga Kaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dimi Karalopolous.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Karalopolous is defended easily by Kaka.#T3#
Karalopolous fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kaka shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Karalopolous but Karalopolous pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Karalopolous fails with a takedown attempt.
Kaka attempts a counter takedown but Karalopolous avoids it well and moves away.
Gaga Kaka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kaka is fending him off so far but Karalopolous persists. Nope, Kaka circles away and we're back to standing.
Kaka slaps away a takedown attempt from Karalopolous, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kaka shoots in for a double leg but Karalopolous sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Karalopolous lands a glancing blow to the side of Kaka's head.
Kaka fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kaka goes for a double leg but Karalopolous avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karalopolous continues to drive forward.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kaka is fending him off so far but Karalopolous persists. Nope, Kaka circles away and we're back to standing.
Karalopolous darts in looking for a takedown but Kaka gets double underhooks and turns Karalopolous into the cage.
Karalopolous tries for a takedown but Kaka sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Karalopolous closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kaka circles away.
Karalopolous lands a nice hook to Kaka's body. Kaka takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Karalopolous scores with a takedown into Kaka'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!
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Karalopolous drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kaka manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Karalopolous has Kaka in his guard.#REVR#
Karalopolous looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gaga Kaka dominated that second round.
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##TD2#
Karalopolous throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Karalopolous finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Karalopolous stands up over Kaka, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kaka working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kaka's guard. #SUB2#
Karalopolous seems to be looking for submissions.
Karalopolous trying to mount his opponent but Kaka defends it.
Kaka makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kaka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaka wants to get back to his feet but Karalopolous is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Kaka blocks nicely. #T1#
Kaka 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.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Kaka blocks nicely.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kaka keeping moving, preventing Karalopolous from controlling successfully.
Karalopolous might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kaka haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Karalopolous postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kaka is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Karalopolous, into his guard. #REVR#
Karalopolous manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kaka manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2#
Karalopolous chips away with some ground and pound.
Kaka lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kaka loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karalopolous doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Karalopolous controls Kaka momentarily but Kaka frees himself.
Karalopolous striking off his back but it's not causing Kaka any problems.
Kaka wants to control from the top but Karalopolous keeps moving.
Kaka 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. #T3##SUB2#
Karalopolous is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kaka sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Karalopolous's guard.
Karalopolous is not content to let Kaka control the position.
Kaka winds up and cracks Karalopolous with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Karalopolous actively working from the bottom here.
Kaka seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karalopolous does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Karalopolous is trying to get back to full guard.
Kaka not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Kaka seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karalopolous does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Karalopolous wants to control but Kaka is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kaka will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Kaka gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kaka 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.
Kaka keeping full guard, as Karalopolous tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Kaka has wrist control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dimi Karalopolous comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Karalopolous 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dimi Karalopolous!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Grayson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Karalopolous. Karalopolous circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT2#
It looks like Dimi Karalopolous has been cut.
Grayson misses with a straight right.
It looked like Karalopolous was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Grayson.#TD#
Karalopolous closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Karalopolous working the ground and pound but Grayson is defending the strikes.
Grayson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Karalopolous. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Karalopolous controlling the position.
Grayson taking punishment in the form of punches.
Grayson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Karalopolous.
Karalopolous working the head with strikes.
Karalopolous sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Grayson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The ground and pound from Karalopolous seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Karalopolous throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Grayson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grayson defending against the ground and pound. #T1#
Grayson is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Karalopolous is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Grayson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The strikes coming from Karalopolous are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Karalopolous cracks Grayson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Grayson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Karalopolous is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Grayson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The strikes coming from Karalopolous are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
Karalopolous throws a strike aimed at the side of Grayson's head but Grayson avoids it well.
Karalopolous lands an elbow.
Karalopolous throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Grayson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Grayson dodges the ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Grayson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Karalopolous working the ground and pound.
Karalopolous tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Karalopolous throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T3#
Karalopolous connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Grayson some visible discomfort.
Grayson dodges the ground and pound from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The strikes coming from Karalopolous are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Karalopolous connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Grayson some visible discomfort.
Karalopolous trying to control the action but Grayson is working from the bottom.
The ground and pound from Karalopolous seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Karalopolous landing a few strikes.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Grayson can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Karalopolous thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Karalopolous scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Grayson dodges the ground and pound from Karalopolous.#SUB#
Karalopolous 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.#SUB#
Karalopolous working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Karalopolous is working Grayson over with some ground and pound from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grayson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Karalopolous lands a few punches from side control.
Karalopolous in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Karalopolous trying to control the position but Grayson is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dimi Karalopolous's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Karalopolous uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grayson.
Karalopolous misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Richard Grayson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Grayson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Karalopolous. #TD#
Grayson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Karalopolous keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Grayson's head.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Grayson blocks nicely.
Karalopolous throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Grayson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous throws a big right hand that misses.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Grayson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Karalopolous stands up over Grayson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Karalopolous lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Karalopolous throws a big right hand that misses.
Karalopolous 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karalopolous accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Grayson has wrist control.
Karalopolous is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Karalopolous thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Karalopolous throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Grayson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Grayson blocks nicely.
Karalopolous is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grayson can do to turn this around?
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grayson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A combination from Grayson does no damage.
Grayson is breathing heavily.
Karalopolous scores with a hook.
Karalopolous shoots in but Grayson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dimi Karalopolous. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karalopolous shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Grayson pinned against the cage. Grayson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Grayson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Karalopolouss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Grayson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Grayson wants it to stay on the feet.
Grayson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Karalopolous tries for a takedown but Grayson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Grayson pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Karalopolous scores with a takedown into Grayson's guard.
Grayson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Grayson has wrist control.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Karalopolous engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Grayson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Karalopolous with a nice head shot there.
Dimi Karalopolous overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Karalopolous postures up in Grayson's guard and throws a big left but Grayson blocks it.
Karalopolous stands and throws Grayson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Karalopolous tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Karalopolous misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grayson can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dimi Karalopolous's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Karalopolous is trying hard to land a takedown here. Grayson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Grayson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jab, jab by Grayson - just one landing.
Good exchange - Grayson coming out on top.
Karalopolous throws a leg kick but Grayson sees it coming and moves out of range. #TD#
Grayson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Karalopolous throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grayson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Karalopolous trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Karalopolous trying to control but Grayson is working from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Karalopolous preventing the sweep.
Karalopolous throws a big right hand that misses.
Karalopolous works over Grayson with some ground and pound from guard.
Karalopolous cracks Grayson with a solid left hand.
Grayson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karalopolous accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Karalopolous distracts Grayson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Grayson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous throwing strikes but missing.
Grayson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Richard Grayson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Grayson blocks nicely.
Karalopolous content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Karalopolous is working Grayson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karalopolous trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Grayson has wrist control.
Karalopolous with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Karalopolous 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.
Karalopolous postures up.
#T3#
Karalopolous slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Grayson keeping moving, preventing Karalopolous from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A swing and a miss from Grayson.
Grayson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Grayson wants it to stay on the feet.
Grayson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Karalopolous.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dimi Karalopolous. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grayson throws a hook to the side of Karalopolous's head but Karalopolous sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Karalopolous shoots for a double leg takedown but Grayson sprawls well. He's pushed Karalopolous's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Grayson lands with a cross.
Grayson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice takedown defense from Grayson. No joy for Karalopolous on that attempt.
Richard Grayson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Karalopolous shoots in for a double leg but Grayson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Karalopolous avoids a punch combination nicely.
Karalopolous is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Grayson looks to land a right hand but Karalopolous moved out of range.
Grayson throws the left hand but Karalopolous avoids the punch easily.
Grayson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Grayson leaves Karalopolous with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Karalopolous takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Grayson throws a series of punches but Karalopolous avoids them all with ease.
Karalopolous tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Grayson is able to avoid easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Karalopolous decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Karalopolous scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Dimi Karalopolous is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Grayson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Karalopolous.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Richard Grayson.
I think Karalopolous 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dimi Karalopolous!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Greco misses with a hook.
Karalopolous uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Greco.
Karalopolous fails with a takedown attempt.
Greco defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Greco is looking to clinch but Karalopolous is avoiding it.
Karalopolous has a takedown stuffed.
Giovanni Greco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dimi Karalopolous.
Greco defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Karalopolous.
The fight stays on the outside here - Greco looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Karalopolous shoots in for a double leg but Greco sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Greco rushes Karalopolous and presses him up against the cage.
Greco lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Greco takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Greco is stalling here.
Karalopolous tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T1#
Karalopolous swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Greco tries to land knees in the clinch but Karalopolous avoids the damage to the body.
Greco lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Karalopolous backwards.
Karalopolous fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Greco to work.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Karalopolous creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Karalopolous wants to take the fight to the mat but Greco manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Karalopolous wants to get back to striking at distance but Greco won't allow it.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Greco takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Karalopolous tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Greco's elbow.
A short right from Greco on the inside. #CUT#
It looks like Dimi Karalopolous has been cut.
Greco lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Greco is stalling here.
Karalopolous has had enough of the clinch but Greco keeps him there for the moment.
Greco lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Greco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
Greco swings wildly with an uppercut but Karalopolous uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Greco creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Karalopolous struggles to land a body shot inside as Greco controls his hands.
Karalopolous blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Greco stops a takedown attempt from Karalopolous.
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!
Greco is pushing Karalopolous up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Karalopolous misses with a knee strike.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Karalopolous misses with some punches.
Greco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Karalopolous's efforts to push away.
Greco looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Karalopolous goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Greco.
Greco lands with a left to the head.
Karalopolous misses with the head strike.
Karalopolous tries to work over Greco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Greco misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Karalopolous misses with a body punch.
Greco takes a shot to the head.
Karalopolous changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Greco fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2#
Greco gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Karalopolous loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karalopolous throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Karalopolous throws a big elbow that misses.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karalopolous preventing the sweep.
Karalopolous in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Karalopolous throws a big elbow that misses.
Greco on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Greco tries to get out of the position.#T4#
Greco preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Greco has wrist control.
Karalopolous working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karalopolous with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karalopolous throws a big right hand that misses.
Greco is breathing heavily.
Greco controls Karalopolous momentarily but Karalopolous frees himself.
Karalopolous has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Karalopolous wants to control from the top but Greco keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Karalopolous keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Greco gets caught flat footed, as Karalopolous shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Greco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Karalopolous on the ground.
Karalopolous missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Karalopolous is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Karalopolous stands and throws Greco's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Karalopolous misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
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 Giovanni Greco will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dimi Karalopolous's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Karalopolous feints and as Greco raises his hands in defense, Karalopolous changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Karalopolous lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Karalopolous's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Greco preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karalopolous accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Karalopolous postures up.
Karalopolous throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Greco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karalopolous loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karalopolous trying to control but Greco is working from the bottom.
Greco controls Karalopolous momentarily but Karalopolous frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Greco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karalopolous is looking to work some ground and pound but Greco has wrist control.
Karalopolous throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Greco avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Karalopolous throwing strikes from guard but Greco blocks nicely.
Karalopolous works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Karalopolous lands strikes from half guard.
Greco is not content to let Karalopolous control the position.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Greco's head.
Greco is trying to control but can't.
Karalopolous sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Greco defending well though.
Greco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Karalopolous lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Karalopolous working the head and body with strikes.
Karalopolous throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Karalopolous looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Greco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karalopolous perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Karalopolous slips a nice elbow through Greco's hands, connecting with Greco's forehead.
Karalopolous throwing shots but Greco is blocking nicely.
Karalopolous is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Karalopolous is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Greco sees it coming and defends easily.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Greco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Greco is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Karalopolous scores with a couple of nice shots.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Karalopolous seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Greco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Greco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karalopolous working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Karalopolous is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Karalopolous wants to control but Greco is keeping him busy.
Karalopolous missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Karalopolous thows a huge punch but Greco dodges it nicely.
Karalopolous is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Karalopolous drops an elbow to the side of Greco's head.
Greco is not content to let Karalopolous control the position.
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. Karalopolous connects with a nice short shot to Greco's temple.
Karalopolous throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Greco's head.
Karalopolous throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Karalopolous works his foot free and advances to mount.
Karalopolous lands a couple of good shots and Greco has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Karalopolous is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Greco has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimi Karalopolous showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Dimi Karalopolous's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Karalopolous scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Greco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Karalopolous has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Karalopolous is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Karalopolous throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Greco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Karalopolous throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Greco's head.
Dimi Karalopolous has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Karalopolous lands strikes from half guard.
Karalopolous winds up and cracks Greco with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Karalopolous sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Greco defending well though.
Karalopolous thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Karalopolous looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Greco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Karalopolous scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Karalopolous not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Greco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Greco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Greco's head.
Karalopolous seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Greco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Karalopolous looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Karalopolous throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Karalopolous is controlling the pace.
Karalopolous thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Greco's head.
Karalopolous looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Karalopolous throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Karalopolous is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Karalopolous sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Greco defending well though.
Greco blocking the ground and pound attempt from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Karalopolous missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Greco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous is looking to take a break and control but Greco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Karalopolous clinches up with Greco and pushes him back against the cage.
Karalopolous goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Karalopolous lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Karalopolous struggles to land a body shot inside as Greco controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Karalopolous - that landed with a thud.
Karalopolous tries to work over Greco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Karalopolous pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Karalopolous shoots in for a double leg but Greco sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Greco tries to clinch up but Karalopolous circles away and keeps his distance.
Karalopolous swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Karalopolous closes this distance looking for a takedown but Greco circles away.#TD2#
Karalopolous closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Greco did well to prevent Karalopolous getting side control.
Karalopolous thows a huge punch but Greco dodges it nicely.
#T4#
Karalopolous is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Greco has hold of Karalopolous's hands but Karalopolous slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Greco blocking the ground and pound attempt from Karalopolous.
Karalopolous not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Karalopolous throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Karalopolous throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Well, if Karalopolous 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.
Karalopolous looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ground and pound from Karalopolous.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dimi Karalopolous comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Karalopolous 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 26:29
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 26:29
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dimi Karalopolous!
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