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Event: CWC 271     
Date:   Oct 03, 2021





187 cm
39 yrs
194 lbs



185 cm
35 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 19 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 8 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Leandro Rodrigues and Emerson Jorge.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Augustus pushes MacGowan up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Augustus decides to pull guard.
Augustus wants to sweep here but MacGowan controlling him for the moment.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but MacGowan is proving a slippery customer.
Augustus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
MacGowan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacGowan has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
MacGowan sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
MacGowan tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Augustus trying to control the position here.
MacGowan looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
MacGowan trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
MacGowan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
MacGowan passes into half guard.
MacGowan controlling the action here. #T5#
MacGowan tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
MacGowan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Augustus keeping control of the position. #T6#
Augustus is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, MacGowan seems content to control.#T7#
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. MacGowan is working away from the top position though.
MacGowan controlling the action here.
Augustus wants to improve his position but MacGowan is controlling well. #T8#
MacGowan tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
MacGowan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T9#
Augustus wants to control but MacGowan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
MacGowan controlling the action here.
Augustus trying to control here.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but MacGowan has control of the leg.
MacGowan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T10#
Augustus keeping hold of MacGowan's head, controlling as best he can.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11#
Augustus keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
MacGowan content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Augustus wants to control but MacGowan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T12#
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but MacGowan has control of the leg.
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.
Augustus gets full guard.
MacGowan's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T13#
Augustus keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
Augustus wants to control but MacGowan passes easily into half guard.
MacGowan prevents Augustus from improving his position.
Augustus is looking to get back to full guard here but MacGowan has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (0) vs (3) MacGowan#T14#
A lull in the action here as MacGowan stalls from top position.
MacGowan working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan controls the position.
Let's hope that MacGowan 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
MacGowan wins on points by 3 to 0.
A relieved looking Shane MacGowan thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: CWC 265     
Date:   Sep 12, 2021





180 cm
22 yrs
185 lbs



187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Vartan Esteves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 19 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Leandro Rodrigues.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Esteves tries for a takedown but Augustus circles away easily#CL2#
and Augustus counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Augustus . #TD2#
Augustus ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Augustus no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Esteves wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Esteves wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Esteves trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Augustus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves is looking to advance position but Augustus has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Esteves (0) vs (4) Augustus
Esteves tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T1#
Esteves holds on for dear life.
Esteves is desperately trying to improve his position but Augustus has a good base and remains in mount.
Augustus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Let's hope that Augustus 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.
Esteves bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (2) vs (4) Augustus
Esteves trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Esteves tries to pass.
Esteves wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving. #T2#
Esteves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Esteves looking to sit in guard and control but Augustus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (2) vs (6) Augustus #SUB#
Esteves looking for a guillotine here but Augustus defends easily.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Esteves.
Esteves has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Augustus has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (2) vs (9) Augustus
Esteves is letting Augustus control him for a moment.
Esteves struggling a bit here.
Esteves tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.#T3#
Augustus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Esteves sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Esteves is trying to maintain the position but Augustus is very close to passing his half guard.
Esteves is looking to improve his position.
Augustus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Esteves is trying to get back to full guard.
Esteves is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Augustus 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Augustus 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Esteves (6) vs (9) Augustus
Augustus looking very determined here, making life difficult for Esteves. #T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Esteves's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Augustus trying to control the position but Esteves manages to sink in the hooks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Esteves wants to control but Augustus manages to buck him off and is now in Esteves's guard! Nice work there by Augustus !
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (6) vs (11) Augustus #SUB#
Augustus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Esteves is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T5#
Esteves looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there.
Esteves is controlling Augustus 's posture.
Esteves is trying to keep Augustus in close.
Esteves wants to control but Augustus passes easily into half guard.
Augustus controlling the action here.
Esteves wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (6) vs (14) Augustus
Esteves working to try and regain half guard. #T6#
Esteves tries to control the position but Augustus now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Esteves (6) vs (17) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Esteves has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Augustus is trying to stick to Esteves's back but Esteves is turning into Augustus . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Augustus 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Esteves.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (8) vs (17) Augustus
Augustus is pulling down on Esteves's head. It's preventing any offense from Esteves, at least for the moment.
Esteves wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.#T7#
Esteves trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Esteves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Esteves looking to sit in guard and control but Augustus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (8) vs (19) Augustus
Augustus slips nicely into half guard.
Esteves is looking to control Augustus 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Esteves avoid being mounted?
Esteves has his hands clasped together around Augustus 's back. He's all about the action.#T8##SUB#
Esteves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Augustus controlling the action here.
Augustus prevents Esteves from improving his position.
Esteves trying to control but Augustus postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Esteves wants to improve his position but Augustus is controlling well.
Augustus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T9#
Esteves manages to get to full guard.
Esteves controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
Esteves 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.
Esteves working a defensive guard but Augustus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (8) vs (22) Augustus
Augustus controls the position.
Esteves is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Esteves gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Esteves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Esteves is working hard here to advance position.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Esteves defends it.
Esteves is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Augustus jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (8) vs (25) Augustus
Esteves is trying to improve his position.#T11#
Esteves manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (10) vs (25) Augustus
Augustus is staying active underneath Esteves, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Esteves trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well.
Esteves perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Augustus is trying is best to control the position here.
Esteves is pressing down on Augustus 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Augustus is holding on for now.
Augustus is holding on to half guard well.
Esteves is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (13) vs (25) Augustus
Augustus working to try and regain half guard. #T12##SUB#
Esteves is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Augustus has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Augustus !
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (13) vs (27) Augustus
Augustus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Esteves looking to control.
Esteves looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Esteves looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Augustus passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (13) vs (30) Augustus #T13#
Esteves is trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Esteves is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Esteves trying to remain calm as Augustus controls from the top position.
Augustus 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T14#
Esteves wants to control but Augustus postures up.
Augustus is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Esteves will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Esteves is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Esteves's face as Augustus controls the position.
Esteves is looking to reverse the position.
Augustus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus wins on points by 30 to 13.
DJ Augustus bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: CWC 260     
Date:   Sep 05, 2021





187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs



178 cm
42 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 18 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Jurgen Tetsuo!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Emerson Jorge and Edson Gomes.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Augustus clinches. #TD2#
Tetsuo is trying to trip Augustus . He has hold of a leg but Augustus is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Tetsuo persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (0) vs (2) Tetsuo
Augustus working a defensive guard here.
Augustus pulls Tetsuo in to control the position.
Tetsuo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Augustus holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Augustus keeping full guard, as Tetsuo tries to pass.
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.
Tetsuo is stalling in the full guard.
Tetsuo looking to pass the guard.
Augustus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
Tetsuo trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Augustus managing to control the position.
Tetsuo sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Tetsuo looking to pass the guard.
Augustus is pulling down on Tetsuo's head. It's preventing any offense from Tetsuo, at least for the moment.#T4#
Tetsuo tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Augustus pulls Tetsuo in to control the position.
Tetsuo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tetsuo is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Augustus is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Tetsuo#T5#
Tetsuo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tetsuo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus stays in close to Tetsuo's body and controls the position.
Tetsuo keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass. #T6#
Tetsuo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Augustus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tetsuo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T7#
Tetsuo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tetsuo is pulling down on Augustus 's head. It's preventing any offense from Augustus , at least for the moment.
Tetsuo wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Augustus content to stall in guard here.
Tetsuo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Augustus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (4) Tetsuo#T8#
Tetsuo forces his way into half guard.
Tetsuo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Tetsuo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Augustus is trying to control but can't.
Tetsuo is trying to control. Augustus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T10#
Still in half guard, Tetsuo seems content to control.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Tetsuo content to control rather than advance. #T11#
Augustus gets back to full guard.
Augustus is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tetsuo has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Clark's Champion's. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T12#
Tetsuo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Augustus has control of Tetsuo's left arm, preventing Tetsuo from doing any damage.
Augustus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet. #T13#
Tetsuo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus pulls Tetsuo in close to prevent any damage.
Tetsuo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Augustus is pulling down on Tetsuo's head. It's preventing any offense from Tetsuo, at least for the moment.
Tetsuo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T14#
Tetsuo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus has Tetsuo pulled in close to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Tetsuo wins on points by 4 to 2.
After the big win, Jurgen Tetsuo made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors UnderGround Supplements and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: CWC 259     
Date:   Aug 29, 2021





187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs



185 cm
33 yrs
203 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 18 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 15 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Priest shoots in looking for a takedown. Augustus tries to sprawl out of it but Priest keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Augustus manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Priest gets a clinch. #TD#
Augustus turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Augustus manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Priest
Priest tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Priest can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus taking a breather here.
Priest tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
A lull in the action here.
Priest tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus working away.
Priest is looking to reverse the position.
Augustus taking a breather here. #T2#
Priest is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Priest's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Priest is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Priest is looking to reverse the position.
Augustus takes a little break here. Priest wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Priest tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Augustus controls the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Augustus continues to stall.
Priest is not content to let Augustus control the position. #T5#
Priest tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.
Priest is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.
Priest is looking for a sweep.#T6#
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Priest keeps working.
Augustus just content to control the position.
Priest is trying to improve his position.
Priest is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Priest keeps trying to improve his position.
Augustus moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T7#
Priest tries to improve position but can't.
Augustus is staying tight to Priest's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Priest is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Priest is trying to get back to half guard.#T8#
Priest gets back to half guard.
Priest wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Priest tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Priest tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Augustus has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (7) vs (0) Priest
Priest tries to control the position but Augustus now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (10) vs (0) Priest#T9#
Priest manages to reverse the position and now he's in Augustus 's guard. Nice work there by Priest.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (10) vs (2) Priest
Augustus wants to sweep but no luck.
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Priest controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Augustus wants to sweep here but Priest controlling him for the moment.
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Augustus 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.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Priest controls the pace.
Augustus wants to sweep here but Priest controlling him for the moment.
Priest is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T11#
Augustus looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but Priest is proving a slippery customer.
Priest wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Priest manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (12) vs (2) Priest
Our spies down at at 3Band MMA inform us that Priest has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T12#
Priest keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus won't allow Priest to sweep him here.
Priest manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Augustus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (12) vs (4) Priest
Priest trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Priest looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Priest slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Priest wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Priest content to stall in guard here.
Priest's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T14#
Augustus looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Augustus 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.
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Priest sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like Priest might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 12 to 4.
A very excited looking DJ Augustus rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: CWC 249     
Date:   Aug 15, 2021





187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs



178 cm
42 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 18 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Jurgen Tetsuo!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Augustus moves into the clinch.#TD#
Augustus jumps into guard, dragging Tetsuo to the mat.
Augustus pulls Tetsuo in to control the position.
Tetsuo pushes down on Augustus 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Augustus is controlling Tetsuo's trapped leg to prevent Tetsuo from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Augustus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tetsuo is stalling in the full guard.
Tetsuo won't allow Augustus to sweep him here.
Augustus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Augustus is adopting a defensive guard.
Tetsuo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Augustus seems keen to control Tetsuo's posture.
Tetsuo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tetsuo controls the pace.
Tetsuo looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Tetsuo is looking to advance position but Augustus has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Tetsuo
Augustus controlling the pace for now.
Augustus wants to take his opponent's back but Tetsuo doesn't allow it.
Augustus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Augustus wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Augustus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tetsuo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Tetsuo is holding on tight.
Augustus controlling from the full mount.
Tetsuo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T5#
Augustus fails to move to back control.
Augustus controlling his opponent.
Tetsuo is trying to escape the mount.
Tetsuo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Augustus controlling the position easily from mount. #T6#
Tetsuo is trying to escape the mount.
Augustus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tetsuo wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Augustus controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Tetsuo looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (7) vs (0) Tetsuo
Augustus controls the position.
Tetsuo just trying to survive but Augustus is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Tetsuo is in bad spot here.
Good control from Augustus .#T8#
Augustus keeps control of the position as Tetsuo tries to break free.
Augustus controls the action.
Tetsuo just trying to survive but Augustus is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Augustus controlling the position well here. Tetsuo rolled but Augustus kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Tetsuo tries to escape the position. #T9#
Tetsuo trying to control the action but Augustus just sinks the hooks in.
Tetsuo tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Tetsuo is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Augustus .
Tetsuo trying to control the hands but Augustus won't let him.
Tetsuo rolls, trying to escape but Augustus keeps control of the position.
Tetsuo surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T11#
Augustus has the hooks in. Tetsuo is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T12#
Tetsuo trying to control the hands but Augustus won't let him.
Tetsuo is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
I would not like to be Tetsuo right now.
Augustus keeps control of the position as Tetsuo tries to break free. #T13#
Tetsuo keeps trying to improve his position.
What can Tetsuo do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus not allowing Tetsuo to control his hands.
Tetsuo is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Augustus is staying active.#T14#
Tetsuo can't escape the position.
Augustus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Tetsuo's body.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Further stalling from Augustus .

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 7 to 0.
After the fight, DJ Augustus was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
In defeat, Jurgen Tetsuo stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Want a Rematch As soon as tomorrow'.

 

Event: CACC 244     
Date:   Aug 08, 2021





200 cm
26 yrs
200 lbs



187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 13 losses; Ryan Hell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 18 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Stewart Dunkirk and Cecil Peabody.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hell decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus tries to roll over but Hell keeps him under control.
Hell wants to advance to full mount but Augustus doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Hell trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Hell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hell pushes down on Augustus 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hell trying to mount his opponent but Augustus defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hell seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Hell is working for a kimura but Augustus is defending it quite comfortably. #T1#
Augustus is staying active underneath Hell, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Augustus doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hell.
Hell is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Augustus is staying active underneath Hell, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hell is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Augustus sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Hell trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.
Hell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Augustus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hell trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Hell is pressing down on Augustus 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Augustus is holding on for now. #T3#
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hell is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Hell is looking for a kimura but Augustus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hell to get the leverage.
Hell trying to control from half guard but Augustus is working away.
Augustus felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hell trying to advance position but Augustus counters by regaining guard.
Hell wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hell is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hell tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard. #T4#
Hell passes into half guard.
Hell trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well. #SUB#
Hell is working for a kimura here but Augustus manages to reverse the position and he's now in Hell's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (2) Augustus
Hell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Hell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Augustus defends it easily.#T5#
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Hell is retaining full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Hell throws his legs up looking for a submission but Augustus uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (2) vs (5) Augustus
You can see the frustration on Hell's face as Augustus controls the position. #T6#
Hell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hell is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Augustus content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Augustus trying to control the position but Hell is working away. #T7#
Hell tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hell keeps working. #SUB2#
Augustus goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hell has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Augustus but great work by Hell.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hell (6) vs (5) Augustus
Hell advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hell (8) vs (5) Augustus #T8##SUB#
Hell moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Augustus has worked his arm free - good work by Augustus ! #SUB#
Hell is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Augustus knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Augustus gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hell (10) vs (5) Augustus
Augustus is squirming around, avoiding Hell's attempts to control the action.
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Hell gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hell wants to control the pace but Augustus is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Hell tries to take his opponent's back but Augustus turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (10) vs (7) Augustus
Hell tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Hell is looking for a triangle here but Augustus uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (10) vs (10) Augustus
Hell is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Hell is working hard here to advance position.
Hell is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Augustus controlling the position. #T11#
Hell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Augustus wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hell keeps working.
Hell is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it. #T12#
Hell being controlled for a moment.
Hell wants to control but Augustus postures up.
Hell sneaks back into half guard.
Hell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Augustus is working away from the top position though.#T13#
Hell is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hell wants to get back to full guard but Augustus has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (10) vs (13) Augustus
Augustus controlling from the full mount.
Augustus moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Hell (10) vs (16) Augustus
Augustus controlling well, preventing Hell from escaping the position. #T14#
Hell looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hell tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hell can't escape the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus wins on points by 16 to 10.
In his post fight interview, DJ Augustus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: CWC 235     
Date:   Aug 01, 2021





185 cm
37 yrs
185 lbs



187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Eduardo Vieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 18 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Yuuki Gou and Shigeki Fujiwara.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Vieira shoots in and gets a takedown into Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vieira (2) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus wants to sweep here but Vieira controlling him for the moment.
Vieira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus looking to control.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Vieira tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Vieira looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Augustus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet. #T2#
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Vieira tries to pass.
Vieira stays in close to Augustus 's body and controls the position.
Vieira looking to pass the guard.
Augustus is controlling Vieira's posture.#T3#
Vieira tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Vieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vieira wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Vieira from controlling successfully.
Vieira 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.
Vieira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Augustus 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.
Augustus pulls Vieira in close to prevent any damage.
Vieira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Vieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vieira passes into half guard. #T5#
Vieira uses his free foot to push down on Augustus 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Augustus .
Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (5) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus wants to hold on but Vieira pushes him away.
Vieira pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Augustus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T6#
Vieira is stalling here but it's allowed Augustus to get half guard.
Vieira stalling away here and it's allowed Augustus to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Vieira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Vieira from controlling successfully. #T7#
Vieira wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Augustus controlling the position.
Vieira 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.
Augustus is adopting a defensive guard.#T8#
Vieira slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Vieira from controlling successfully.
Vieira looking to sit in guard and control but Augustus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (5) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus won't allow Vieira to sweep him here. #T9##SUB#
Vieira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Vieira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vieira seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Augustus stays in close to Vieira's body and controls the position.
Vieira keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Vieira looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Vieira looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Augustus has picked Vieira up and slammed him! Vieira can't keep hold of the triangle and Augustus manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (5) vs (5) Augustus #T10#
Vieira is trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus trying to control the action but Vieira is working from the bottom.
Augustus taking a breather here.
Vieira is looking to reverse the position.#T11#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Vieira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vieira is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.
Vieira is letting Augustus control him for a moment.
Vieira is looking for a sweep.
Vieira sneaks back into half guard.#T12#
Augustus trying to mount his opponent but Vieira defends it.
Augustus is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vieira!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (5) vs (8) Augustus
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus tries to control but Vieira wriggling away.
Vieira is looking to improve his position but Augustus isn't that keen on the idea.#T13#
Augustus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Vieira tries to hold on but Augustus postures up.
Augustus controlling the position easily from mount. #T14#
Augustus manages to capitalize on a mistake by Vieira to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (5) vs (11) Augustus
You can see the frustration on Vieira's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Vieira wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vieira breaks Augustus 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (7) vs (11) Augustus

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus wins on points by 11 to 7.
DJ Augustus was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: CWC 228     
Date:   Jul 18, 2021





190 cm
38 yrs
200 lbs



187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 25 losses; Mike Schultz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 17 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Ian Loll and Steve Smith.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Augustus has closed the distance and engaged Schultz in a clinch. #TD2#
Augustus successfully pulls guard.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Augustus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Schultz controlling from the top position.
Augustus has control of Schultz's left arm, preventing Schultz from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schultz stands and throws Augustus 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schultz (3) vs (0) Augustus
Schultz controlling from side mount. #T1#
Augustus wants to control but Schultz postures up.
Schultz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Schultz has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Augustus tries to improve position but can't.
Augustus is trying to control Schultz's posture but Schultz avoids it.
Schultz is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Augustus 's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
Augustus wants to control but Schultz postures up.
A lull in the action here as Schultz stalls from top position.
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Augustus tries to bench press Schultz off him but Schultz keeps the position.
Schultz is staying tight to Augustus 's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3##SUB#
Schultz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schultz content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Schultz trying to control the position but Augustus is working away. #T4#
Augustus is letting Schultz control him for a moment.
Augustus tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Schultz moves into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Schultz (5) vs (0) Augustus
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schultz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Schultz wants to control the pace but Augustus is squirming around nicely.
Schultz wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T6#
Augustus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Schultz controlling his opponent.
Schultz fails to take his opponent's back.
Augustus is squirming around, avoiding Schultz's attempts to control the action.
Schultz avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.#T7#
Schultz wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Augustus regains half guard.
Schultz controlling the pace.
Augustus keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Schultz controlling the action here. #T8##T9#
Augustus is controlling Schultz's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Augustus gets back to full guard.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Augustus looking to control. #T10#
Schultz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Augustus 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.
Augustus controls Schultz momentarily but Schultz frees himself.
Schultz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Augustus has Schultz pulled in close to control his posture. #T11#
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Schultz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Schultz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T12#
Schultz's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T13#
Augustus is controlling Schultz's posture.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Schultz is stalling in the full guard.
Schultz tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard. #T14#
Schultz preventing the sweep.
Augustus seems keen to control Schultz's posture.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schultz controls the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Schultz takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Mike Schultz made sure he mentioned UnderGround Supplements, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: CWC 220     
Date:   Jul 04, 2021





187 cm
38 yrs
194 lbs



170 cm
37 yrs
188 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 17 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Kevin Huang!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Huang closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Augustus jumps guard and drags Huang to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Huang slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Huang tries to pass.
Huang preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus pulls Huang in close to his closed guard and prevents Huang from doing any damage or advancing position.
Huang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augustus trying to control the position here.
Huang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Huang tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus controlling the position.
Huang stays in close to Augustus 's body and controls the position.
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Huang trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Huang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Huang is one step ahead there.
Augustus looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T5#
Huang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus wants to control the position but Huang says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Huang prevents Augustus from improving his position.#T6#
Augustus is looking to control Huang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?
Augustus is positioning himself well to prevent Huang advancing to mount.
Huang is controlling the pace. #T7#
Huang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Huang 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.#T8#
Augustus makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Augustus .
Huang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Augustus pulls Huang in close to prevent any damage.
Huang 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. #T9#
Huang advances to half guard.
Augustus moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Augustus pulls Huang in close to prevent any damage.
Huang looking to pass the guard. #T10#
Augustus pulls Huang in close to prevent any damage.
Huang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Huang stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .#T11#
Huang is fighting to break Augustus 's control of his arms but Augustus is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Huang slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus trying to control the position here. #T12#
Huang pushes down on Augustus 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Huang controlling the pace.
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.
Augustus gets full guard.#T13#
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Huang controls the pace.
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Huang preventing the sweep.
Huang 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. #T14#
Huang stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Huang from controlling successfully.
Huang looking to pass the guard.
Huang is still trying to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huang engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Augustus is heads and Huang is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 1 to 0.
After the fight, DJ Augustus was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: CACC 216     
Date:   Jun 27, 2021





187 cm
37 yrs
194 lbs



196 cm
32 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 17 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Jean Cristopher La Vellei!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Taro Takaoka and Ren Mimura.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Augustus gets a clinch. #TD2#
La Vellei has clasped his hands together around Augustus 's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (0) vs (4) La Vellei
La Vellei trying to control the position but Augustus is working away. #SUB2#
La Vellei working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Augustus is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
La Vellei tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no La Vellei has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
La Vellei wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Augustus , who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
La Vellei seems to be working for a kimura but Augustus defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Augustus is trying is best to control the position here.
Augustus gets full guard.
La Vellei pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Augustus holds on and takes a little breather.
La Vellei pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
La Vellei 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.
La Vellei wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving. #T2#
La Vellei tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
La Vellei content to stall in guard here.
La Vellei looking to pass the guard.
La Vellei keeps trying to improve his position.
La Vellei advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (0) vs (7) La Vellei
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on La Vellei's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Augustus is refusing to be controlled, as La Vellei sits in half guard. #SUB2#
La Vellei is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Augustus defends it well. #SUB2#
La Vellei is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
La Vellei is working for a kimura but Augustus is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
La Vellei seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Augustus has recovered full guard. #T4#
La Vellei trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing La Vellei from controlling successfully.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Augustus has La Vellei pulled in close to control his posture.
La Vellei trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
La Vellei being controlled here momentarily.
Augustus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
La Vellei stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
La Vellei trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Augustus manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (7) La Vellei
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from La Vellei.#SUB2#
La Vellei is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now La Vellei is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (9) La Vellei
La Vellei looking to sit in guard and control but Augustus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (4) vs (9) La Vellei#T6#
La Vellei being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
La Vellei looking for subs off his back but Augustus has passed one foot through into half guard.
La Vellei trying to control but Augustus postures up. #SUB2#
La Vellei looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
La Vellei tries to roll over but Augustus keeps him under control.#T7#
La Vellei is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Augustus passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (7) vs (9) La Vellei
A lull in the action here.
La Vellei tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T8#
La Vellei manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
La Vellei actively working from the bottom here.
Augustus is taking a breather. La Vellei says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
La Vellei manages to get to full guard.
Augustus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
La Vellei working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Augustus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Augustus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T9#
La Vellei is trying to control the position but Augustus postures up.
La Vellei is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
La Vellei isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Augustus stacks La Vellei on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Augustus !
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (10) vs (9) La Vellei
La Vellei manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (10) vs (11) La Vellei
La Vellei moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (10) vs (14) La Vellei
Augustus is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T10#
La Vellei wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
La Vellei working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Augustus is trying to control La Vellei's posture but La Vellei avoids it. #SUB2#
La Vellei goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Augustus rolls with the submission and now he's on top in La Vellei's guard! Nice work there by Augustus !
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (12) vs (14) La Vellei#SUB2#
La Vellei isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Augustus stacks La Vellei on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Augustus !
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (15) vs (14) La Vellei#T11#
La Vellei struggling a bit here.
La Vellei regains half guard.
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Augustus prevents La Vellei from improving his position.
La Vellei moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
La Vellei can't keep his opponent in guard - Augustus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T12#
Augustus wants to pass the guard but La Vellei is defending well.
La Vellei wants to get back to full guard but Augustus has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (18) vs (14) La Vellei
La Vellei tries to reverse the position but Augustus maintains control.
Augustus looking to control and managing it successfully.
La Vellei prevents Augustus from taking his back.#T13#
Augustus manages to capitalize on a mistake by La Vellei to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (21) vs (14) La Vellei
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Augustus not allowing La Vellei to control his hands.
La Vellei tries to break free.
La Vellei is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Augustus . #T14#
La Vellei is trying to break free.
Augustus biding his time, looking for the opening.
La Vellei is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus biding his time, looking for the opening.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 21 to 14.
In his post fight interview, DJ Augustus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: CACC Mondragon vs Scaletta     
Date:   Jun 13, 2021





187 cm
37 yrs
194 lbs



190 cm
36 yrs
193 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 17 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Michael Garibaldi!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Alyssa Summers and Jonathan Paton.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Augustus has closed the distance and engaged Garibaldi in a clinch. #TD2#
Garibaldi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Garibaldi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Augustus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Garibaldi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Augustus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Garibaldi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Augustus has managed to get both his arms back between Garibaldi's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garibaldi working a defensive guard but Augustus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (3) vs (0) Garibaldi#T1#
Augustus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Augustus continues to stall.
Augustus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Garibaldi struggling a bit here.
Augustus just content to control the position.
Garibaldi is trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus taking a breather here. #T3#
Augustus working away.
Garibaldi tries to improve position but can't.
Augustus working away.#T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here as Augustus stalls from top position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Augustus .
Augustus working away.#T5#
Garibaldi is looking to reverse the position.
Garibaldi is still trying to improve position.
Augustus controlling from side mount.
Garibaldi is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#T6#
Augustus taking a breather here.
Garibaldi is trying to improve his position.
Augustus working away.#T7#
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Garibaldi keeps working.
Garibaldi is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Garibaldi keeps working.
A lull in the action here.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T8#
Garibaldi is looking for a sweep.
Augustus is staying tight to Garibaldi's torso, preventing him from escaping.
You can see the frustration on Garibaldi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Garibaldi is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Augustus off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (3) vs (4) Garibaldi#T9#
Garibaldi has the hooks in. Augustus is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Garibaldi is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Augustus knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Augustus for a finish.
Garibaldi controls the position.
Augustus looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Augustus trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Garibaldi looking to break Augustus 's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Augustus remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Garibaldi will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Garibaldi tries to get the hooks in deep but Augustus pushed the leg off.
Garibaldi is riding his opponent, not letting Augustus buck him off.
Garibaldi is trying to stick to Augustus 's back but Augustus is turning into Garibaldi. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Garibaldi's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Augustus .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (5) vs (4) Garibaldi#T10#
Augustus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garibaldi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Garibaldi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Garibaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Garibaldi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Garibaldi is keeping the position.
Augustus advances to half guard. #T12#
Garibaldi wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Garibaldi looking for submissions off his back.
Garibaldi wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus wants to free his trapped foot but Garibaldi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T13#
Garibaldi trying to control from the bottom.
Augustus takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Augustus controlling the action here. #T14#
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Garibaldi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
DJ Augustus decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: CACC 204: Sparxx vs Bennett     
Date:   Jun 06, 2021





187 cm
37 yrs
194 lbs



185 cm
29 yrs
184 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Giuseppe Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Augustus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD#
Augustus works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus controlling from the top position.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there.
Augustus trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T2#
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Augustus 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.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus continues to stall.#T3#
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Augustus trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro looking to control. #T4#
Augustus 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.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro 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.#T5#
Turturro keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Turturro is trying to keep Augustus in close.
Turturro controlling the position.
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard. #T6#
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Augustus is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Augustus looking to control. #T7#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Augustus is controlling Turturro's posture.
Augustus is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving. #T8#
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control. #T9#
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Augustus controlling Turturro's posture.
Turturro is stalling in the full guard. #T10#
Turturro postures up.
Augustus has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.#T11#
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus managing to control the position.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T12#
Augustus working a defensive guard here. #T13#
Turturro controlling from the top position.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.#T14#
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Augustus looking to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Augustus is heads and Turturro is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Turturro wins on points by 3 to 2.
Giuseppe Turturro tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: CACC 199:Feltre vRodionovich 2     
Date:   May 16, 2021





187 cm
37 yrs
194 lbs



180 cm
21 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 15 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Vartan Esteves!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Cecil Peabody and Frank Dennis.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Esteves
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus tries to pass the half guard into mount. Esteves knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Augustus has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Esteves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Augustus perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Esteves wants to improve his position but Augustus is controlling well.
Augustus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus prevents Esteves from improving his position.
Augustus tries to pass the half guard into mount. Esteves knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Augustus is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Esteves has managed to free his arm - good work.
Esteves is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Augustus 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Augustus 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (2) vs (4) Esteves
A lull in the action here. #SUB2#
Esteves has the hooks in. Augustus is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Esteves passes his arm under Augustus 's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Augustus taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vartan Esteves!
After winning the bout, Vartan Esteves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CACC 192: Huhrera vs Halli     
Date:   Apr 25, 2021





187 cm
37 yrs
194 lbs



183 cm
25 yrs
196 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 15 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Joe Irwin!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Irwin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD#
Augustus gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Irwin
Irwin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Augustus is working for a submission of some sort.
Augustus controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Irwin defends it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus is controlling the pace. #T1#
Irwin is staying active underneath Augustus , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Irwin won't allow Augustus to pass to mount.
Irwin controlling the position for now.
Irwin is looking to control Augustus 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Irwin avoid being mounted?#T2#
Augustus slows the pace down in half guard.
Augustus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Irwin for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Augustus trying to control the action but Irwin is working from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Augustus has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Augustus wants to control but Irwin is keeping him busy.
Augustus stalling. #T4#
Irwin is trying to maintain the position but Augustus is very close to passing his half guard.
Augustus is taking a breather. Irwin says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T5##SUB#
Augustus looking for a submission but Irwin manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Irwin is retaining full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Irwin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Augustus controls the pace.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Irwin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Irwin trying to keep a closed guard but Augustus is proving a slippery customer. #T6#
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Irwin is keeping the position.
Augustus controlling from the top position. #T7#
Irwin is adopting a defensive guard.
Irwin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Irwin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Irwin keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Irwin controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself. #T9#
Irwin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Irwin keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus pushes down on Irwin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Augustus content to control rather than advance.
Augustus is trying to control the action in half guard but Irwin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T10#
Augustus controlling the action here.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Augustus is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Irwin reverses the position - he's now on top in Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Irwin#SUB#
Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Irwin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Irwin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T11#
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T12#
Irwin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus has his hands on Irwin's head, controlling the position.
Irwin controls from within his opponent's guard. #T13#
Augustus seems keen to control Irwin's posture.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Irwin is one step ahead there.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Irwin from controlling successfully. #T14#
Augustus controls Irwin momentarily but Irwin frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Augustus gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Augustus takes the fight on points by 3 to 2.
DJ Augustus spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: CACC 183: Ty vs MacGowan II     
Date:   Mar 28, 2021





187 cm
36 yrs
194 lbs



190 cm
37 yrs
200 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 15 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 22 losses; Mike Schultz!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Cecil Peabody and Daniel Franklin.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Schultz shoots in and bounces Augustus off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (0) vs (2) Schultz
Augustus trying to control the position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Schultz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Schultz from controlling successfully. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schultz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schultz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Augustus has control of Schultz's left arm, preventing Schultz from doing any damage.
Schultz stays in close to Augustus 's body and controls the position. #T2#
Schultz is pushing down on Augustus 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Augustus is fighting to maintain full guard but Schultz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Schultz trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Schultz in particular looking to stall.
Schultz prevents Augustus from improving his position.
Augustus is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Schultz slows the pace down in half guard.
Augustus is trying to control but can't.
Augustus is looking to improve his position.
Augustus looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Schultz trying to control from Augustus 's half guard. Augustus has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schultz is one step ahead there. #T4#
Augustus is trying to control the position but Schultz postures up.
Schultz wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Schultz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Augustus controls Schultz momentarily but Schultz frees himself.
Schultz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T5#
Augustus trying to control the position.
Augustus has Schultz pulled in close to control his posture.
Augustus trying to control the position.
Schultz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus wants to control the position but Schultz says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T6#
Schultz sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Schultz wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7#
Schultz is controlling the pace.
Augustus is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Schultz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T8#
Augustus is looking to control Schultz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?
Augustus moves into full guard.
Schultz trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Schultz passes into half guard. #T9#
Schultz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Schultz has control of the leg.
Schultz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Schultz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Augustus tries to roll over but Schultz keeps him under control.#T10#
Schultz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
It looks like Schultz might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T11#
Augustus trying to control here.
Schultz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schultz is keen to just control but Augustus is a slippery customer.#T12#
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Schultz has control of the leg.
Augustus wants to control but Schultz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Augustus is looking to control Schultz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?
Schultz wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Schultz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Schultz's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (4) vs (2) Schultz#T13#
Schultz tries to escape the position.
Augustus struggling to keep hold of the position.
Schultz can't escape the position.
Augustus tries to get the hooks in deep but Schultz pushed the leg off.
Schultz turns into Augustus and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (4) vs (4) Schultz#SUB#
Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Schultz pushes his legs off easily. #T14#
Schultz tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Schultz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Augustus gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Augustus takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
After the fight, DJ Augustus was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: CACC 172: Ribbler vs Simone     
Date:   Feb 21, 2021





185 cm
31 yrs
203 lbs



187 cm
36 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Judas Priest! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Priest gets caught flat footed, as Augustus shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Priest (0) vs (2) Augustus
Priest is trying to keep Augustus in close.
Augustus trying to control but Priest is working from the bottom.
Priest lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (2) vs (2) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus working for submissions but it's allowed Priest to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Augustus actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Priest pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Priest wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working. #SUB#
Priest is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Augustus felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1##SUB2#
Augustus actively working from the bottom here.
Priest tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Priest is pressing down on Augustus 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Augustus is holding on for now. #SUB#
Priest in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Augustus tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Priest!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Judas Priest!
Our winner, Judas Priest, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: CACC 163: Morrison vs Pavlov 2     
Date:   Jan 17, 2021





187 cm
36 yrs
194 lbs



187 cm
35 yrs
195 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 14 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Sam Rinaldi!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rinaldi tries to clinch but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rinaldi is fending him off so far but Augustus persists. Nope, Rinaldi circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Augustus changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rinaldi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Rinaldi#SUB#
Augustus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rinaldi!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (6) vs (0) Rinaldi
Augustus trying to control but Rinaldi is having none of it. #SUB#
Augustus has hold of Rinaldi's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Rinaldi manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Rinaldi prevents Augustus from taking his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rinaldi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rinaldi is squirming around, avoiding Augustus 's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Augustus goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rinaldi turns into him and now he's in Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (6) vs (2) Rinaldi#T1##SUB#
Rinaldi avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Augustus has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rinaldi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Augustus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rinaldi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rinaldi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rinaldi wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving. #T2##SUB#
Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Rinaldi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rinaldi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Rinaldi is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Rinaldi is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Augustus is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Rinaldi frees his head nicely. Oh but Augustus has switched to an armbar! Rinaldi is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: CACC 156: Ribbler v Dravezesdi     
Date:   Dec 27, 2020





180 cm
24 yrs
187 lbs



187 cm
35 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Jethro Boudreaux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 13 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Frank Dennis and Tiny Johnson.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Boudreaux as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Boudreaux closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boudreaux (2) vs (0) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boudreaux pulls his head out easily.
Augustus is trying to maintain the position but Boudreaux is very close to passing his half guard.
Boudreaux trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus gets back to full guard.
Boudreaux wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boudreaux pushing down on Augustus 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boudreaux controlling the action here.
Augustus is looking to improve his position. #T1##SUB2#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boudreaux pulls his head out easily.
Boudreaux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Boudreaux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boudreaux is trying to control. Augustus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boudreaux tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Boudreaux is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Augustus slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus throws his legs up looking for a submission but Boudreaux uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boudreaux (5) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Augustus is looking for a sweep.
Boudreaux controls the position.
Boudreaux trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus seems a little lost for a moment, as Boudreaux dominates the positioning.
Augustus tries to bench press Boudreaux off him but Boudreaux keeps the position.
Augustus tries to control but Boudreaux manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Boudreaux (8) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus trying to control the hands but Boudreaux breaks the grip. #T3#
Boudreaux controlling the position well here. Augustus rolled but Boudreaux kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Augustus trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Boudreaux looking for the choke from the back.
I really don't envy Augustus right now.
Boudreaux doesn't have the hooks in and Augustus manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boudreaux (8) vs (2) Augustus
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Augustus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Boudreaux is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boudreaux manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Boudreaux in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boudreaux (10) vs (2) Augustus #T4#
Boudreaux engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Boudreaux pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Boudreaux from controlling successfully.
Boudreaux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boudreaux has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T5##SUB2#
Boudreaux avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Boudreaux pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Augustus has his foot on Boudreaux's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boudreaux works his way back into a safe position though.
Boudreaux trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boudreaux passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boudreaux (13) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus tries to buck Boudreaux off but Boudreaux is having none of it.
Boudreaux working away.
Augustus tries to bench press Boudreaux off him but Boudreaux keeps the position. #T6#
Augustus is trying to control Boudreaux's posture but Boudreaux avoids it.
Boudreaux trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Boudreaux swings around for an armbar but Augustus sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Boudreaux's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boudreaux (13) vs (4) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus 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.
Boudreaux controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boudreaux swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Augustus keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Boudreaux looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Boudreaux is looking for a triangle but Augustus pushes his legs off easily.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Boudreaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus postures up. #SUB2#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boudreaux manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Boudreaux in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boudreaux (15) vs (4) Augustus
Augustus controls Boudreaux momentarily but Boudreaux frees himself. #T8#
Boudreaux trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Augustus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Boudreaux from controlling successfully.
Boudreaux postures up.
Augustus has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Boudreaux has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boudreaux (18) vs (4) Augustus
Boudreaux trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom. #T9#
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boudreaux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Boudreaux wants to take a breather but Augustus manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Boudreaux. #SUB2#
Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boudreaux defends it easily.#SUB2#
Augustus has his foot on Boudreaux's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boudreaux works his way back into a safe position though.#T10#
Boudreaux content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Boudreaux pushes his legs off easily.
Boudreaux stands and throws Augustus 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boudreaux (21) vs (4) Augustus
Boudreaux trying to control the position but Augustus is working away. #SUB#
Boudreaux is trying to get an arm triangle but Augustus is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boudreaux is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Augustus 's shoulder. That is not cool. #T11#
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boudreaux's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boudreaux is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Augustus is trying is best to control the position here.
Augustus is not content to let Boudreaux control the position.#SUB2#
Augustus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Augustus is looking to control Boudreaux's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Boudreaux is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Augustus has managed to free his arm - good work. #T12#
Augustus is doing well to control the position and prevent Boudreaux from advancing to side control.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Augustus is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Augustus is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#SUB2#
Augustus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Augustus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T13#
Augustus holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Boudreaux is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Augustus !
Score +3 for passing guard: Boudreaux (24) vs (4) Augustus
Boudreaux wants to control the pace but Augustus is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Boudreaux with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Boudreaux can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Augustus is looking to escape.
Augustus tries to hold on but Boudreaux pushes him away. #T14##SUB#
Boudreaux with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Augustus regains half guard.
Augustus wants to control but Boudreaux is keeping busy.
Boudreaux trying to control from half guard but Augustus is working away. #SUB#
Boudreaux seems to be looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boudreaux is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it. #SUB#
Boudreaux seems to be working for a kimura but Augustus defends the submission attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boudreaux takes the fight on points by 24 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Jethro Boudreaux thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: CACC 147: Pancake v Sakuraba 2     
Date:   Dec 06, 2020





185 cm
24 yrs
201 lbs



187 cm
35 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, John Roberts and Franklyn Lucas.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Augustus looking to score a takedown here. Diesel is defending well but Augustus drives through and ends up in Diesel's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diesel (0) vs (2) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Diesel keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Augustus trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom.
Diesel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (2) Augustus
Diesel trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Augustus wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Diesel is now in half guard. #T1#
Augustus trying to control but Diesel postures up.
Augustus works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Augustus working for a triangle but Diesel defends it easily. #SUB2#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Augustus has control of Diesel's left arm, preventing Diesel from doing any damage. #T2#
Augustus is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diesel defends well.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but Diesel is proving a slippery customer.
Diesel tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Diesel tries to pass.
Diesel advances to half guard. #T3#
Diesel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Augustus !
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (5) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Diesel fails to move to back control.
Augustus is desperately trying to improve his position but Diesel has a good base and remains in mount.
Diesel content just to control the position here.
Augustus has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Augustus might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Diesel haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Diesel controlling his opponent.
Diesel's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Augustus is looking to get to half guard.
Diesel trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Diesel passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (8) vs (2) Augustus
Diesel avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.#T5#
Augustus is trying desperately to improve position.
Augustus is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Diesel controlling the pace for now.
Augustus is working to get back to half guard. #T6#
Augustus gets back to half guard.
Diesel stalling. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.
Augustus manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T7#
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Diesel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diesel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diesel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Diesel engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus is trying to keep Diesel in close. #T8##SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Diesel passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (11) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus is looking to reverse the position.
Diesel trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Diesel in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Augustus tries to bench press Diesel off him but Diesel keeps the position. #T9#
Augustus looking for a sweep but Diesel has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Diesel (13) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus is looking to get to half guard.
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Augustus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Diesel controlling from the full mount.
Augustus wants to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Augustus is in all sorts of trouble here.
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T10#
Diesel tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Diesel moves to take his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Diesel (16) vs (2) Augustus
Diesel trying to control.
Diesel biding his time, controlling Augustus .
Diesel controlling well, preventing Augustus from escaping the position.
Augustus trying to control the hands but Diesel won't let him.
Augustus is really stuck here.
Diesel seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T11#
Augustus staying busy and making it hard for Diesel to control.
Diesel biding his time, controlling Augustus .
Augustus wants to escape the position.
Augustus turns into Diesel and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (16) vs (4) Augustus
Diesel has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T12#
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Diesel.
Augustus pushes down on Diesel's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Diesel is trying to control but Augustus manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (16) vs (7) Augustus
Diesel wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Diesel tries to hold on but Augustus postures up.#T13##SUB2#
Augustus working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Augustus goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Diesel is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (18) vs (7) Augustus
Diesel controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for subs off his back but Diesel has passed one foot through into half guard.
Augustus is not content to let Diesel control the position.#T14##SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diesel pulls his head out easily.
Diesel is taking a breather. Augustus says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diesel wants to pass the guard but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Diesel takes the fight on points by 18 to 7.
Kurt Diesel seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CACC 140: Pavlov vs Lee     
Date:   Nov 22, 2020





178 cm
38 yrs
195 lbs



187 cm
35 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; John Ruth! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Ruth scores with a takedown into Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ruth (2) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus wants to sweep but no luck.
Ruth tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Ruth passes Augustus 's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Ruth is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Ruth is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus tries to roll over but Ruth keeps him under control.#T1#
Ruth trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well. #SUB#
Ruth is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Augustus has managed to free his arm - good work.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Ruth is looking for a kimura but Augustus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ruth to get the leverage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Augustus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Ruth is working for a kimura but Augustus is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Augustus wants to improve his position but Ruth is controlling well.
Ruth has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ruth wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus won't allow Ruth to pass to mount.
Ruth is thwarting Augustus 's attempts to control the position.
Ruth passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ruth (5) vs (0) Augustus
Ruth is looking to take a break and control but Augustus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Augustus wants to control but Ruth postures up.
Ruth wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus is trying to control Ruth's posture but Ruth avoids it.
Augustus has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ruth wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working. #SUB#
Ruth is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Augustus knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ruth working away.#T4#
Ruth wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Augustus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ruth wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ruth controls the position.#SUB#
Ruth tries for a kimura but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ruth tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard.#T5#
Ruth wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ruth trying to control the position but Augustus is working away.
Augustus manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ruth's best efforts.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus won't allow Ruth to pass to mount. #SUB#
Ruth is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Augustus has managed to free his arm - good work. #T6#
Ruth works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ruth (8) vs (0) Augustus
Ruth prevents Augustus from getting the reversal.
Ruth can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Augustus is looking to escape.
Augustus is looking to get to half guard.
Ruth is looking to work his way around to Augustus 's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Augustus is desperately trying to improve his position but Ruth has a good base and remains in mount.
Ruth fails to take his opponent's back. #T7#
Augustus wants to hold on but Ruth pushes him away.
Ruth controlling from the full mount.
Augustus can't escape the position.
Ruth looking to control but Augustus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ruth controlling from mount.
Augustus prevents Ruth from taking his back.#T8#
Augustus can't escape the position.
Augustus is trying to reverse the position but instead Ruth has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Ruth (11) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus is really stuck here. #SUB#
Ruth looking for the choke but no joy.
Augustus tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Ruth looking for the choke from the back.
Augustus wants to control his opponent's hands but Ruth gets his hands free.
Augustus breaks Ruth's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ruth (11) vs (2) Augustus
Ruth pulls Augustus in close to prevent any damage. #T9#
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Ruth is keeping the position.
Ruth has his hands on Augustus 's head, controlling the position.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Ruth is keeping the position.
Augustus trying to control but Ruth is working from the bottom.
Ruth looking for a sweep. Not yet Ruth, not yet. #T10#
Augustus trying to control but Ruth is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ruth looking for a guillotine here but Augustus defends easily.
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Ruth is retaining full guard.
Ruth trying to control the position.
Augustus forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Augustus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ruth doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Augustus .
Augustus wants to free his trapped foot but Ruth is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Augustus passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ruth (11) vs (5) Augustus
Ruth sneaks back into half guard.
Ruth has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Augustus is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Augustus is working for a kimura but Ruth is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T12#
Ruth is trying to control but can't.
Ruth tries to roll over but Augustus keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Augustus is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Augustus wants to work for an arm triangle but Ruth is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ruth trying to control but Augustus postures up. #T13#
Augustus is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ruth!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ruth (11) vs (8) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus looking to secure an arm triangle but Ruth defends it well.
Ruth sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ruth is pressing down on Augustus 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ruth keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Ruth keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass. #SUB#
Ruth is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Augustus defends well.
Ruth is trying to control the position but Augustus postures up. #T14##SUB2#
Augustus drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Augustus jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ruth keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Ruth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ruth looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Augustus puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ruth trying to control from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ruth takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
An out of breath and clearly excited John Ruth thanked Sydney Fight Gear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: CACC 134: Ward vs Donde     
Date:   Nov 01, 2020





187 cm
35 yrs
194 lbs



183 cm
36 yrs
184 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Peter Barnkvist!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Barnkvist
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnkvist is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Barnkvist is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Barnkvist looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barnkvist manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Augustus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Barnkvist
Barnkvist being controlled here momentarily.
Barnkvist trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Barnkvist tries to pass.
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Barnkvist tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard. #T1#
Augustus 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.
Barnkvist trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnkvist tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Barnkvist looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Barnkvist postures up.
Barnkvist tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Barnkvist must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SUB#
Augustus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Barnkvist has picked Augustus up and slammed him! Augustus can't keep hold of the triangle and Barnkvist manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (2) vs (5) Barnkvist
Barnkvist tries to advance to mount but Augustus denies him.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Barnkvist advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (2) vs (7) Barnkvist#SUB2#
Barnkvist looking to secure an arm triangle but Augustus defends it well.
Augustus gets back to half guard.
Augustus gets back to full guard.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Barnkvist tries to pass.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Augustus has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Barnkvist doesn't defend quickly enough and Augustus has managed to lock this one up! Can Barnkvist escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Augustus on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: CACC 128: Jiurgite vs Wangler     
Date:   Oct 10, 2020





188 cm
39 yrs
187 lbs



187 cm
34 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 10 losses; Paul Hunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Augustus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hunt tries to avoid it but Augustus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hunt to the ground. Hunt escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Augustus .
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hunt (0) vs (4) Augustus
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Augustus tries for a kimura but Hunt is defending well. #SUB2#
Augustus tries for a kimura but Hunt is defending well.
Hunt is looking for a sweep.
Hunt prevents Augustus from moving into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Augustus wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hunt, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Augustus goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hunt has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Augustus but great work by Hunt.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hunt (4) vs (4) Augustus #T1#
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Hunt tries for a kimura but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus tries to buck Hunt off but Hunt is having none of it.
Augustus keeps trying to improve his position.
Hunt wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hunt tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hunt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Augustus wants to control but Hunt postures up.
Augustus is trying to improve his position.
Augustus prevents Hunt from moving into mount. #SUB#
Hunt wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Augustus , who protects the arm well.
Augustus tries to control but Hunt manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (7) vs (4) Augustus
Hunt has good solid back control here. #T3#
Hunt has the hooks in. Augustus is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Hunt tightening his grip on Augustus , looking for the choke.
Augustus trying to control but not successfully.
Augustus turns into Hunt and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (7) vs (6) Augustus
Hunt is trying to control the position but Augustus postures up.
Augustus trying to control but Hunt is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Augustus has gone for a leg lock! Hunt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (9) vs (6) Augustus #T4##SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hunt defends well.#SUB2#
Augustus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Augustus isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hunt stacks Augustus on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hunt!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (12) vs (6) Augustus
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Hunt has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hunt (14) vs (6) Augustus
Hunt tries to control but Augustus wriggling away.
Augustus tries to hold on but Hunt postures up.
Augustus gets back to half guard.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Hunt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Augustus wants to control but Hunt passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (17) vs (6) Augustus
Augustus prevents Hunt from improving position. #T6#
Augustus is trying to improve his position.
Augustus prevents Hunt from moving into mount.
Augustus has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
You can see the frustration on Augustus 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hunt trying to control the position but Augustus is working away.
Augustus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hunt works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (20) vs (6) Augustus #T7#
Hunt tries to control but Augustus wriggling away.
Hunt prevents Augustus from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Hunt swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Augustus is now in Hunt's guard. A big mistake from Hunt there, giving up the dominant position!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (20) vs (8) Augustus
Hunt trying to control the position.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T8#
Augustus wants to control from the top but Hunt keeps moving.
Augustus passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (20) vs (11) Augustus
Hunt is looking for a sweep.
Hunt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Augustus 's best efforts.
Hunt is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Augustus is keen to just control but Hunt is a slippery customer.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Hunt defends it.
Augustus stalling away here and it's allowed Hunt to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T9##SUB#
Hunt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Augustus passes Hunt's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Augustus wants to work for an arm triangle but Hunt is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hunt won't allow Augustus to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Augustus seems to be working for a kimura but Hunt defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Augustus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T10#
Augustus is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB2#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hunt manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Hunt in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (22) vs (11) Augustus
Augustus is trying to keep Hunt in close. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T11##SUB2#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Hunt pushes his legs off easily.
Hunt passes into half guard.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus is doing well to control the position and prevent Hunt from advancing to side control.
Augustus regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Augustus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hunt has picked Augustus up and slammed him! Augustus can't keep hold of the triangle and Hunt manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (25) vs (11) Augustus #SUB#
Hunt looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Augustus tries to buck Hunt off but Hunt is having none of it.#T12#
Augustus is trying to control Hunt's posture but Hunt avoids it.
Hunt tries to move into full mount but can't pass Augustus 's legs.
Hunt has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hunt (27) vs (11) Augustus
Hunt forces the positional change into back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Hunt (30) vs (11) Augustus
Hunt is hanging on to Augustus 's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Augustus is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Hunt gets his way! #T13#
Hunt not allowing Augustus to control his hands.
Augustus is trying to break free. #SUB#
Augustus showing good submission defense here. #T14#
Hunt keeps control of the position as Augustus tries to break free. #SUB#
Augustus defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (30) vs (13) Augustus
Hunt looking to control.
Hunt working a defensive guard but Augustus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hunt (30) vs (16) Augustus
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Augustus goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hunt rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Augustus 's guard! Nice work there by Hunt!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (32) vs (16) Augustus #SUB#
Hunt is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Augustus is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Augustus has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hunt (32) vs (18) Augustus

And that's the end of the fight!
Hunt takes the fight on points by 32 to 18.
During a confident post fight interview, Paul Hunt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: CACC 123: Declan vs Priest     
Date:   Sep 26, 2020





181 cm
32 yrs
183 lbs



187 cm
34 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 10 losses; Tigran Minasian! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Augustus shoots in and gets a takedown into Minasian's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Minasian (0) vs (2) Augustus
Minasian keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Minasian tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Minasian is working hard here to advance position.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Minasian manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Minasian in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Minasian (2) vs (2) Augustus #SUB2#
Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Minasian defends it easily.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Minasian tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Minasian defends it easily.#SUB2#
Augustus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Minasian is aware though and is defending well.
Minasian seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Minasian got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Minasian has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Augustus wants to sweep but no luck.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Minasian avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Augustus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minasian manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Minasian (2) vs (4) Augustus
Minasian controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Minasian is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rabid Dog that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Augustus drops back, looking for a kneebar! Minasian looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Minasian looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Minasian!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Minasian (6) vs (4) Augustus
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Minasian controlling from side mount. #T2#
Minasian tries to move into full mount but can't pass Augustus 's legs.
Augustus sneaks back into half guard.
Minasian is trying to control. Augustus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Augustus actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Minasian pulls his head out easily.
Minasian is controlling the pace.
Minasian works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Minasian (9) vs (4) Augustus #T3#
Minasian trying to control but Augustus is having none of it.
Minasian looking to control and managing it successfully.
Augustus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Minasian moves to the back position.
Score +3 for taking back: Minasian (12) vs (4) Augustus
Minasian struggling to keep hold of the position.
Augustus tries to break free.
Minasian has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Augustus 's body.
Augustus has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Minasian is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #T4#
Augustus breaks Minasian's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Minasian (12) vs (6) Augustus
Augustus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Minasian (12) vs (9) Augustus
Minasian is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Augustus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Augustus tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Augustus has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Augustus is trying to get an arm triangle but Minasian is defending well.
Minasian wants to control but Augustus postures up.#T5##SUB2#
Augustus tries for a kimura but Minasian is defending well.
Minasian is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it. #SUB2#
Augustus in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Minasian is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DJ Augustus !
In his post fight interview, DJ Augustus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: CACC 119     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020





187 cm
34 yrs
194 lbs



175 cm
31 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Raul Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Augustus shoots in and bounces Gracie off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Gracie
Augustus 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.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Gracie looking to control. #T1#
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gracie trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T2#
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Augustus postures up. #SUB2#
Augustus content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Gracie has locked up a guillotine! Gracie's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Augustus is holding on here and Gracie must be using up a lot of energy. Augustus has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Gracie gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Raul Gracie!
An out of breath Raul Gracie thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CACC 116     
Date:   Aug 22, 2020





187 cm
34 yrs
194 lbs



200 cm
22 yrs
200 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Ryan Hell!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Augustus tries to sprawl but Hell drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (0) vs (2) Hell
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Hell has control of the leg.
Hell tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Hell is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hell is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Augustus is not content to let Hell control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is pressing down on Hell's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hell won't allow Augustus to sweep him here. #T1#
Hell wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hell passes Augustus 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Augustus is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hell's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hell's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (4) vs (2) Hell#SUB#
Hell is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Augustus gets his way!
Augustus is hanging on to Hell's back as he tries to escape. #T2#
Hell trying to control the action but Augustus just sinks the hooks in.
Augustus tries to keep control of the position but Hell is staying busy.#SUB#
Augustus looking to break Hell's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Hell remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Augustus will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Hell rolls, trying to escape but Augustus keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Augustus patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Augustus is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hell knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hell for a finish. #SUB#
Augustus is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hell has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Hell trying to control the hands but Augustus breaks the grip. #T3#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hell can't escape the position. #SUB#
Augustus tightening his grip on Hell, looking for the choke.
A lull in the action here.
Hell wants to escape the position. #T4#
Augustus trying to control momentarily.
Augustus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hell is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Augustus looking for the RNC.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Augustus working for the choke.
Augustus is hanging on to Hell's back as he tries to escape.
Augustus tries to keep control of the position but Hell is staying busy.#T5#
Hell tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Augustus patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Hell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Augustus .
Hell trying to control but not successfully.
Hell tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Augustus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hell is looking to escape.
Hell sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T6#
Augustus is controlling the pace.
Hell wants to improve his position but Augustus is controlling well.
Augustus trying to control from half guard but Hell is working away.
Hell wants to control but Augustus passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (7) vs (2) Hell
Augustus trying to control the action but Hell is working from the bottom. #T7#
Augustus advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (9) vs (2) Hell
Augustus controlling the pace for now.
Augustus avoids the attempt from Hell to control.
Hell is squirming around, avoiding Augustus 's attempts to control the action.
Augustus pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish. #T8#
Augustus controlling his opponent.
Hell is looking to get to half guard.
Hell wants to control but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Augustus looking to control but Hell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T9#
Hell wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Hell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hell is looking to escape.
Augustus is looking to work his way around to Hell's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T10#
Hell reaches up to try and control the position but Augustus seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Hell rolls and tries to escape and now Augustus has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (12) vs (2) Hell#SUB#
Hell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Augustus . #SUB#
Augustus is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hell is defending well though. Augustus let's go of the attempt for now.
Augustus controlling well, preventing Hell from escaping the position.
Hell tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Augustus controlling from the full mount.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T11##SUB#
Augustus working for a guillotine from mount but Hell is in no mood to give up.
Augustus looking to control but Hell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hell wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish. #T12#
Augustus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hell is looking to escape.
Hell bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (12) vs (4) Hell
Hell tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Hell stands and throws Augustus 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (12) vs (7) Hell
Augustus prevents Hell from moving into mount.
Augustus might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Augustus manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T13#
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Hell has control of the leg.
Hell is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hell passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (12) vs (10) Hell#SUB2#
Hell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Augustus has escaped the position, nice work there.
Augustus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Hell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Augustus is just riding it out for now. Hell eventually gives up the hold. #T14#
Augustus slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hell trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Hell stands and throws Augustus 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (12) vs (13) Hell
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hell's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hell wins on points by 13 to 12.
Ryan Hell was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: CACC 112     
Date:   Aug 08, 2020





187 cm
34 yrs
194 lbs



199 cm
26 yrs
195 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Manuel Neuer!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Augustus shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Neuer manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Neuer
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Neuer swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Neuer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Augustus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Neuer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Neuer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Augustus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Neuer
Augustus is trying to keep Neuer in close.
Neuer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Neuer's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (4) vs (2) Neuer#T1#
Augustus trying to control but Neuer is working from the bottom.
Neuer wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Neuer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Augustus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Augustus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Neuer keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Neuer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Neuer is keeping the position.
Augustus content to stall in guard here.
Neuer is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Neuer is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Augustus frees his head nicely. Oh but Neuer has switched to an armbar! Augustus is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Manuel Neuer!
Manuel Neuer very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: CACC 107     
Date:   Jul 18, 2020





187 cm
33 yrs
194 lbs



185 cm
28 yrs
203 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Augustus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Priest swivels and escapes.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Priest as he avoids it easily.
Priest changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL2#
Priest rushes Augustus and presses him up against the ropes.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Priest manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Priest is looking to take this one to the mat.
Priest prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Augustus jumps guard.
Priest trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Priest postures up. #SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
My spies in The Coffee Shop inform me that Priest has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Priest postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Priest slips nicely into half guard.
Priest working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Augustus 's thigh. Augustus counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T1#
Priest engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Priest trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Priest puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Augustus is not content to let Priest control the position.
Augustus is doing well to control the position and prevent Priest from advancing to side control.
Augustus is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at HARDCORE MMA (max 2 per session) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T2#
Priest seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Priest has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Priest is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Augustus has managed to free his arm - good work.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Augustus is not content to let Priest control the position.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Priest has control of the leg. #SUB#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Priest pulls his head out easily.
Augustus tries to roll over but Priest keeps him under control.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Priest is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Augustus sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Augustus wants to improve his position but Priest is controlling well.
Augustus wants to control but Priest is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Augustus is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Priest is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Priest trying to control from half guard but Augustus is working away.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Priest is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Augustus has managed to free his arm - good work. #T5#
Priest working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Augustus 's thigh. Augustus counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass. #T6#
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Augustus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Priest manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Priest
Augustus won't allow Priest to sweep him here.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Priest is keeping the position.
Priest controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself. #T7#
Augustus wants to control from the top but Priest keeps moving.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Priest is keeping the position.
Augustus trying to control but Priest is working from the bottom.
Augustus preventing the sweep.
Priest not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus stands and throws Priest's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (0) Priest#SUB#
Augustus tries for a kimura but Priest is defending well.
Priest is trying to get back to half guard.#T8#
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Priest is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Augustus tries to move into full mount but can't pass Priest's legs.
Priest struggling a bit here.
Priest manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (5) vs (2) Priest
Augustus is refusing to be controlled, as Priest sits in half guard.
Augustus gets back to full guard. #T9#
Augustus working a defensive guard here.
Augustus is really struggling to control Priest but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Priest from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Augustus is trying to control the position but Priest postures up.
Priest wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus looking to control. #T10#
Priest's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Priest sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Augustus 's guard.
Augustus is trying to maintain the position but Priest is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Priest looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Augustus is looking to control Priest's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?
Augustus slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T11#
Augustus is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Priest stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .#SUB#
Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Priest got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Priest has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.
Augustus trying to control the position. #T12#
Priest is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Priest wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Priest pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus trying to control the position here.
Priest wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Priest slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (5) Priest#T13#
Augustus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Augustus is looking to improve his position.
Priest trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus tries to roll over but Priest keeps him under control.
Priest takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.
Augustus tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Priest has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (8) Priest#T14#
Priest can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Augustus is looking to escape.
Augustus is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus is squirming around, avoiding Priest's attempts to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Priest wins on points by 8 to 5.
After winning the bout, Judas Priest thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CACC 104     
Date:   Jul 04, 2020





182 cm
39 yrs
200 lbs



187 cm
33 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 12 losses; Vito Mazzini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, William Peck and Yves DeLean.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Mazzini bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mazzini (4) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Mazzini is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Augustus is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Mazzini jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (7) vs (0) Augustus #SUB#
Mazzini working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Augustus manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mazzini trying to mount his opponent but Augustus defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Augustus trying to hold on to Mazzini's head to control him but Mazzini postures up.
Augustus felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1##SUB#
Mazzini is looking for a kimura here.
Mazzini is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Augustus is trying to control but Mazzini manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (10) vs (0) Augustus
Augustus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus gets back to half guard.
Augustus is looking to control Mazzini's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Augustus is pressing down on Mazzini's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Augustus wants to sweep here but Mazzini controlling him for the moment.
Mazzini is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Mazzini tries to pass.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mazzini controls the pace.
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Augustus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mazzini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Augustus is tightening it up a little... Mazzini has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Mazzini reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Mazzini taps out! Nice BJJ there by Augustus !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). DJ Augustus !
In his post fight interview, DJ Augustus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: CACC 100     
Date:   Jun 20, 2020





187 cm
33 yrs
194 lbs



178 cm
37 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jurgen Tetsuo!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Augustus misses with a takedown #TD2#
and Tetsuo counters with a takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (0) vs (4) Tetsuo
Tetsuo staying calm.
Augustus tries to improve position but can't.
Augustus is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blood^and^Guts that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus sneaks back into half guard.#T1#
Augustus is looking to improve his position.
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tetsuo is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tetsuo in particular looking to stall.
Augustus trying to hold on to Tetsuo's head to control him but Tetsuo postures up.
Augustus gets back to full guard. #T2##SUB#
Augustus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tetsuo is aware though and is defending well.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Augustus controlling Tetsuo's posture.
Augustus is trying to control the position but Tetsuo postures up. #SUB#
Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tetsuo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tetsuo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tetsuo wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.#T3##SUB#
Augustus has his foot on Tetsuo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tetsuo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Augustus is looking for a triangle but Tetsuo pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Augustus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tetsuo has picked Augustus up and slammed him! Augustus can't keep hold of the triangle and Tetsuo manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (0) vs (7) Tetsuo
Augustus tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (0) vs (9) Tetsuo
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Tetsuo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Augustus is looking to get to half guard.
Tetsuo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Augustus is looking to escape.
Tetsuo prevents Augustus from getting the reversal.#T4#
Tetsuo controlling from mount.
Tetsuo is looking to work his way around to Augustus 's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Tetsuo keeps trying to improve his position.
Augustus wants to control but Tetsuo is having none of it.
Augustus is looking to improve his position but Tetsuo isn't that keen on the idea.
Augustus wants to hold on but Tetsuo pushes him away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Augustus is trying to escape the mount but Tetsuo keeps good control and instead manages to take Augustus 's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (0) vs (12) Tetsuo
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Tetsuo's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Tetsuo keeps control of the position as Augustus tries to break free.
Augustus manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tetsuo's guard. Nice work there by Augustus .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (12) Tetsuo
Tetsuo is trying to keep Augustus in close. #T6#
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tetsuo working a defensive guard here.
Tetsuo is controlling Augustus 's posture.
Tetsuo keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T7#
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tetsuo has Augustus pulled in close to control his posture.
Augustus passes into half guard.
Augustus wants to take a breather but Tetsuo is having none of it.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T8#
Augustus wants to control but Tetsuo is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Augustus is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Tetsuo as he works his way to full guard.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Tetsuo keeps moving.
Tetsuo keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Tetsuo keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T9#
Tetsuo being controlled here, momentarily.
Augustus trying to control but Tetsuo is working from the bottom.
Tetsuo keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Tetsuo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Augustus postures up.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Tetsuo is keeping the position.
Tetsuo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tetsuo has Augustus pulled in close to control his posture. #T11#
Augustus trying to control but Tetsuo is working from the bottom.
Augustus looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Augustus drops back looking for a leg! Tetsuo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tetsuo manages to kick Augustus off! Augustus jumps back into Tetsuo's guard.
Tetsuo keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T12#
Augustus stands and throws Tetsuo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (12) Tetsuo
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Tetsuo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tetsuo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus laying and praying for a moment but Tetsuo takes advantage and regains half guard. #T13#
Augustus trying to pass the guard but Tetsuo defending well.
Tetsuo moves into full guard.
Tetsuo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tetsuo's guard.
Tetsuo is not content to let Augustus control the position.#T14#
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Tetsuo defends it. #SUB#
Augustus looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Augustus is stalling here. Tetsuo is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Augustus seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Tetsuo has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (5) vs (16) Tetsuo

And that's the end of the fight!
Tetsuo wins on points by 16 to 5.
A very excited looking Jurgen Tetsuo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: CACC 94     
Date:   May 30, 2020





187 cm
33 yrs
194 lbs



190 cm
34 yrs
200 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 16 losses; Mike Schultz!

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Augustus stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Augustus gets the takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Schultz
Schultz is trying to get back to half guard.
Schultz gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (6) vs (0) Schultz#SUB#
Augustus with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Schultz wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus looking to control but Schultz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Augustus working for a submission but Schultz is keeping him at bay. #T1##SUB#
Augustus has control of Schultz's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Schultz regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Schultz wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Schultz is squirming around, avoiding Augustus 's attempts to control the action.
Schultz tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schultz wants to control but Augustus is having none of it.
Schultz bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (6) vs (2) Schultz#T2#
Schultz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Schultz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schultz keeps trying to improve his position.
Schultz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Augustus looking to control but Schultz passes into half guard. #T3#
Schultz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Schultz is thwarting Augustus 's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schultz pulls his head out easily.
Schultz wants to pass to mount but Augustus is defending the position. #SUB#
Augustus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schultz pulls his head out easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Augustus trying to control but Schultz postures up.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.
Schultz content to control rather than advance.
Schultz uses his free foot to push down on Augustus 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Augustus .
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (6) vs (5) Schultz
Augustus is working to get back to half guard. #T5#
Augustus has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Schultz's lack of action.
Schultz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Augustus trying to control here.
Augustus wants to control the action here but instead Schultz manages to pass to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (6) vs (8) Schultz
Schultz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (8) vs (8) Schultz
Schultz is controlling Augustus 's posture.#T6#
Schultz keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus content to stall in guard here.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Schultz working a defensive guard but Augustus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (11) vs (8) Schultz
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Schultz is letting Augustus control him for a moment.
Schultz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Augustus wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T7#
Augustus wants to control but Schultz is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Schultz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schultz is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Augustus is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Schultz knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Augustus taking a breather here.
Schultz manages to get back to half guard.#T8#
Augustus trying to control the action but Schultz is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Augustus is looking for a kimura but Schultz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Augustus to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Schultz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Augustus pulls his head out easily.
Schultz is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
Augustus slows the pace down in half guard.
Schultz trying to control but Augustus postures up. #T9#
Schultz moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Augustus avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Augustus drops back looking for a leg! Schultz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Schultz manages to kick Augustus off! Augustus jumps back into Schultz's guard.
Augustus postures up.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Schultz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schultz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T10#
Augustus stays in close to Schultz's body and controls the position.
Schultz keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Schultz pulls Augustus in close to prevent any damage.
Augustus postures up.
Schultz keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T11#
Schultz trying to keep a closed guard but Augustus is proving a slippery customer.
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Schultz is retaining full guard.
Schultz is trying to keep Augustus in close. #SUB2#
Schultz looking for a guillotine here but Augustus defends easily.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus stands and throws Schultz's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (14) vs (8) Schultz#T12#
Schultz can't do much from the bottom here.
Schultz seems a little lost for a moment, as Augustus dominates the positioning.
Schultz is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.
Augustus tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schultz tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Schultz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schultz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Augustus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T13#
Augustus tries to advance to mount but can't.
Augustus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Schultz can't do much from the bottom here.
Schultz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (14) vs (10) Schultz
Augustus is trying to control but can't. #T14#
Schultz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.
Schultz trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well.
Schultz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schultz is keen to just control but Augustus is a slippery customer.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus is looking to control Schultz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Augustus avoid being mounted?

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 14 to 10.
After the fight, DJ Augustus was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: ICS 30     
Date:   May 10, 2020
#R1#
Terranova stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Terranova wants it to stay on the feet.
Terranova looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've been hearing reports that Augustus has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Terranova stuffs the takedown.
Terranova looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Augustus looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Terranova is keeping the position.
Augustus stands up over Terranova, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Augustus is in close to Terranova's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Augustus is in close to Terranova's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ES2#
Terranova has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Augustus is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2#
Terranova's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but Terranova shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Terranova! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Terranova. No joy for Augustus on that attempt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Terranova dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Terranova leaves Augustus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Terranova. No joy for Augustus on that attempt.
We've been informed that Terranova has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Terranova stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Terranova wants it to stay on the feet.
Terranova looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ciro Terranova is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Augustus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Terranova circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Terranova, which made it look bad.
Terranova swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Augustus scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Augustus scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Terranova to see if he's OK.
Terranova wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Augustus misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Terranova is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Augustus asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Augustus 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.#T2#
Augustus content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Terranova stops Augustus from passing to mount.
Augustus working the ground and pound but Terranova is defending the strikes.
Terranova is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus in side control, throwing shots but Terranova defends.
Terranova wants to get back to his feet.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Terranova keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Augustus is trying to get an arm triangle but Terranova is defending well. #SUB#
Augustus tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Augustus has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Augustus in side control, throwing shots but Terranova defends.
Augustus trying to control the position but Terranova is working away.
Terranova is trying to get back to his feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Terranova defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Augustus shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Terranova but Terranova pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Terranova stuffs the takedown attempt from Augustus . Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Terranova on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Augustus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Terranova sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Augustus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Terranova defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Augustus shoots in but Terranova avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Augustus takes one to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ciro Terranova dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Terranova turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CUT2#
It looks like DJ Augustus has been cut.#TD#
Augustus shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Terranova is trying to defend but Augustus finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Augustus lands a nice short elbow.
Terranova is looking to escape.#ES2#
Terranova pushes Augustus off and gets back to his feet.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Terranova but Terranova pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A little jabbing left from Terranova on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ciro Terranova seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Augustus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Terranova swivels and escapes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Augustus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Augustus with a lazy takedown attempt
and Terranova cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Terranova as he jumps to the side.
Terranova looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#T1##TD#
Augustus shoots in and gets a takedown into Terranova's guard.
Augustus trying to control but Terranova is working from the bottom.
Terranova utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Augustus prevents Terranova from getting back to his feet.
Terranova can't keep his opponent in guard - Augustus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Terranova is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
Augustus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#ES2#
Terranova has one foot on Augustus 's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Augustus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Augustus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Terranova defends it nicely.
Terranova throws the kick towards the body but Augustus avoids it.#TD#
Augustus bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Terranova is pushing Augustus 's head away, looking to escape. Augustus manages to hold on to the position though.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Terranova has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Augustus 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. #T3#
Terranova is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Augustus is controlling him well.
Augustus takes a little break here. Terranova wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Terranova bucks up and tries to throw Augustus off but instead Augustus has got his back!
Terranova prevents Augustus from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Augustus looking for the RNC.
Terranova wants to get back to his feet.
DJ Augustus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Augustus lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #ES2#
Terranova is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Augustus off. It looks like it's working - Augustus slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Terranova displaying calm under pressure there.
Terranova stuffs the takedown.
Augustus closes the distance and clinches up with Terranova, looking for a takedown. Augustus pushes Terranova against the cage but Terranova circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Augustus shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Terranova counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Terranova as he avoids it easily.
Terranova swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Augustus fails with the takedown
and Terranova counters with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ciro Terranova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on DJ Augustus 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Terranova connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Augustus 's hands.#ROC2#
Augustus is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Augustus with a lazy takedown attempt
and Terranova rattles Augustus with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Augustus tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Terranova dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Augustus stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ciro Terranova!

 

Event: ICS 22     
Date:   Apr 12, 2020
#R1#
Augustus shoots in and drives through. Timmermans sprawls well.
Timmermans now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Timmermans throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Augustus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Timmermans connects with a crisp jab.
No joy there for Timmermans, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Augustus moves out of range of the body kick.
Augustus shoots for a double leg takedown but Timmermans sprawls well. He's pushed Augustus 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Timmermans throws a body punch but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus shoots for a takedown but Timmermans saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Timmermans.
Timmermans throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Augustus has a takedown stuffed.
Timmermans connects with a good right hand that stumbles Augustus . Augustus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Timmermans misses with a double jab.
Timmermans looks to score with a jab to the body but Augustus is just out of range.
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
Augustus fails with the takedown.
Casper Timmermans is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Timmermans's corner calls for a 1-2. Timmermans obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Augustus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Timmermans moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Augustus doesn't manage to clinch there - Timmermans circles away.
Timmermans thumps Augustus with a low kick.
Augustus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Augustus shoots for a double leg takedown but Timmermans sprawls well. He's pushed Augustus 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Augustus shoots in looking for a takedown. Timmermans tries to sprawl out of it but Augustus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Timmermans manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Augustus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Timmermans tries to avoid it but Augustus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Timmermans to the ground. Timmermans escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timmermans sprawls well. Timmermans wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Timmermans, which made it look bad. #T2#
Augustus tries to clinch up.
We've been informed that Timmermans has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Timmermans keeps Augustus at a distance using the push kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Timmermans, which made it look bad.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Augustus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Timmermans.
Timmermans lands a jab to the nose.
Timmermans fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Augustus on the side of the head.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Augustus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Timmermans.
Augustus has a takedown stuffed.
A good leg kick by Timmermans.
Augustus misses with a takedown attempt - Timmermans sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Timmermans throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
Augustus slips under a jab.
Augustus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Timmermans. Timmermans obviously looking to wear him down.
Timmermans lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Timmermans connects with a solid leg kick.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Timmermans sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Augustus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Timmermans is fending him off so far but Augustus persists. Nope, Timmermans circles away and we're back to standing.
Timmermans misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Augustus .
Nice sprawl there from Timmermans as Augustus shoots in.
Timmermans misses the shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Timmermans, which made it look bad.
Timmermans fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Augustus .
Timmermans connects with a nice looking jab.
Augustus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Timmermans's waist but Timmermans gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Augustus off to one side.
Timmermans looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Timmermans lands a nice hook to Augustus 's body. Augustus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
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!
Timmermans lands with a cross. #T4#
Augustus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Timmermans defends it nicely.
Augustus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Timmermans scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Timmermans throws a nice outside leg kick.
Augustus shoots in and drives through. Timmermans sprawls well.
Augustus walks into a jab.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Timmermans misses with a looping left.
Timmermans punishes Augustus 's body with a nice straight punch.
Augustus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Augustus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Timmermans.
Jab from Timmermans.
Augustus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Timmermans was well out of range. Poor timing from Augustus .
No luck for Augustus with that takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Casper Timmermans dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Timmermans with a hook.
Augustus avoids a punch combination nicely.
A big left from Timmermans misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Timmermans.
Timmermans stuffs the takedown attempt from Augustus . Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
Timmermans pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Timmermans.
Timmermans has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Augustus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timmermans leaves Augustus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Timmermans tries to avoid it but Augustus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Timmermans to the ground. Timmermans escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Timmermans lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Timmermans lands a head shot.#T1#
Timmermans throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Augustus is defended easily by Timmermans.#TD#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Timmermans napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Augustus wants to control but Timmermans is keeping him busy.
Timmermans is holding Augustus down, trying to stall.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Timmermans works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Timmermans has hold of Augustus 's hands but Augustus slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Augustus trying to pass the guard but Timmermans defending well.
Augustus 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.
Timmermans keeping control of the position.
We've been hearing that Augustus has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Augustus throwing shots but Timmermans is blocking nicely.
Timmermans is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Augustus is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3#
Timmermans tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Timmermans won't allow Augustus to pass to mount.
Timmermans is trying to maintain the position but Augustus is very close to passing his half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Timmermans throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Augustus was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Timmermans is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Timmermans is not content to let Augustus control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Timmermans is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Casper Timmermans showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Timmermans lands a body shot.
Augustus lands with a shot to the body.
Timmermans lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Augustus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Timmermans defends it nicely.
Timmermans looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Timmermans throws a nice looking combination but Augustus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Augustus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Augustus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Timmermans tries to avoid it but Augustus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Timmermans to the ground. Timmermans escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Augustus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Timmermans connects with a right hand. Augustus shakes it off.
Timmermans lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timmermans sprawls well. Timmermans wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Timmermans's waist but Timmermans gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Augustus off to one side.
Augustus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but Timmermans shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Timmermans scores with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Timmermans. Augustus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Timmermans wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A nice leg kick lands there from Timmermans.
Timmermans lands with a straight right. Augustus didn't see that one coming.
Augustus is looking to wear down Timmermans with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Timmermans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Timmermans lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Augustus has a takedown stuffed.
Timmermans connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Augustus momentarily.
Timmermans throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Timmermans looks to land a combination. Augustus sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Timmermans's corner calls for a 1-2. Timmermans obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Augustus has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Timmermans.
Timmermans bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Augustus 's head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Timmermans, which made it look bad. #T2#
Augustus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Timmermans but Timmermans pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd cheers as Timmermans lands an impressive looking overhand right. Augustus doesn't seem phased though.#ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!
Augustus shoots in for a double leg but Timmermans sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Timmermans lands a slapping body shot.
Augustus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Augustus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Oh Augustus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Timmermans throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A quick step to the side and Augustus tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Augustus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Augustus with a poor takedown
and Timmermans counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Timmermans cracks Augustus with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Augustus tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Timmermans pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Augustus is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casper Timmermans!
Casper Timmermans seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: TR13: BOAGRIUS VS. KEMP     
Date:   Mar 06, 2020
#R1#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Menezes has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Augustus trying to control the action but Menezes is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Menezes manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Augustus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Menezes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Augustus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Menezes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Augustus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Menezes wants to control but Augustus postures up.#SUB2#
Augustus swings around for an armbar but Menezes sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Augustus 's guard.#T2#
Menezes landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Menezes throws a big elbow that misses.
Menezes works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Augustus is in trouble now - Menezes has advanced to mount!
Menezes prevents Augustus from getting the reversal.#T3#
Augustus tries to lock up and control but Menezes gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Augustus tries to improve his position but instead Menezes has taken his back! #SUB#
Augustus is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Menezes gets his way!
Menezes gets his hands free as Augustus looks to control.
Augustus turns into Menezes and is now in his guard.
Augustus postures up and lands a big shot to Menezes's brow. #T4#
Augustus lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Menezes keeps moving.
Augustus postures up in Menezes's guard and throws a big left but Menezes blocks it.
Augustus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Augustus 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.
Augustus throws a strike aimed at the side of Menezes's head but Menezes avoids it well.
Augustus working away.
Augustus has control of an arm but Menezes manages to advance to Augustus 's back!
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 Arthur Menezes will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Menezes tries to sprawl but Augustus drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Augustus is just content to waste time from the top position. Menezes takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Augustus pushes down on Menezes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Augustus slows the pace down in half guard.
My spies in ^Blood&Guts^ inform me that Augustus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T1#
Augustus not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Augustus takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Augustus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Menezes defending well though.
Augustus controlling the pace.
DJ Augustus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Menezes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Menezes trying to control here.
Menezes is staying active underneath Augustus , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Menezes is looking to control Augustus 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Menezes avoid being mounted?#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Menezes defends it.
Augustus is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Augustus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Menezes tries to roll over but Augustus keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T3#
Augustus scores with a body shot. #TD#
Menezes throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Augustus tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Menezes is in Augustus 's guard.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Augustus has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Menezes doesn't defend quickly enough and Augustus has managed to lock this one up! Can Menezes escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Augustus on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus is the new middleweight champion!
DJ Augustus really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: TR10: ORSINI VS. MAHMOUD     
Date:   Feb 15, 2020
#R1#
Augustus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Norris circles away.
A nice side step and Norris releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Norris doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Augustus misses with a takedown
and Norris counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Norris misses the jab.
Norris throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A countering left hand to the body from Norris misses.#TD#
Augustus gets a takedown into half guard.
Augustus thows a huge punch but Norris dodges it nicely.
Augustus not doing much here.
Augustus trying to control the action but Norris is working from the bottom.
Augustus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Augustus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Augustus wants to control but Norris is keeping him busy.
Augustus prevents Norris from standing back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Augustus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Augustus .
Norris now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Augustus is defended easily by Norris.
Norris doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've been informed that Norris has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Norris looks to land a left hand but Augustus moved out of range nicely.
Augustus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD#
Augustus looking to score a takedown here. Norris is defending well but Augustus drives through and ends up in Norris's guard.
Augustus throws a big elbow that misses.
Augustus passes Norris's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Augustus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Norris is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
Augustus working the head and body with strikes.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Norris tries to kick Augustus off but Augustus keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
Augustus is keen to just control but Norris is a slippery customer.
Norris pushes Augustus off looking to stand but Augustus dives back in and keeps control.
Augustus not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Augustus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Norris is just riding it out for now. Augustus eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Augustus wants to pass to mount but Norris is defending the position.
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Augustus is trying to work for a kimura but Norris is defending well. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Norris is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Augustus scores with a couple of nice shots.
Augustus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Norris is defending well.
Augustus is trying to control. Norris 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Norris is trying to stand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Augustus fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Norris sprawls well initially but Augustus persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Norris is staying active underneath Augustus , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Augustus wants to pass to mount but Norris is defending the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus 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#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Norris as he jumps to the side.
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
A jab from Norris misses.
Augustus slips under a jab.#TD#
Augustus feints and as Norris raises his hands in defense, Augustus changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Norris wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Augustus manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Augustus lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Norris is not content to let Augustus control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Norris reverses the position - he's now on top in Augustus 's guard.
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing Norris from standing up. #T1##SUB#
Augustus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Augustus has his foot on Norris's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Norris works his way back into a safe position though.
Augustus 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.
Augustus managing to control the position.
Augustus continues to stall.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Augustus looking for a guillotine here but Norris defends easily.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but Norris is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Norris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Norris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Augustus trying to control the position. #SUB#
Augustus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Norris is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Norris avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Augustus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Augustus stops Norris from standing up.
Augustus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Norris is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Augustus trying to control but Norris is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DJ Augustus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus tries for a takedown but Norris circles away easily
and Norris counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Augustus shoots in and gets a takedown into Norris's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Augustus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Augustus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Augustus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A nice side step and Norris releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Norris delivers a nice body kick.
Augustus shoots in but Norris avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Norris stuffs the takedown attempt from Augustus . Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Norris swivels and escapes.#CL#
Augustus closes the distance and pushes Norris back into the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is looking for a takedown.
Norris goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Norris is leaning against Augustus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Norris prevents the takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Norris lands with a short shot to the head.
Augustus tries for a takedown. No joy. #T1#
Norris working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Norris lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like DJ Augustus has been cut.#TD#
Augustus gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Norris regains guard.
Norris wants to get back to his feet but Augustus passes into half guard. #REVB#
Norris pushes Augustus off looking to stand but Augustus dives back in and keeps control. #ES2#
Norris manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Augustus keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the ropes.
Augustus wants a takedown but no success here.
Augustus has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Norris after a bit of a struggle.
Norris is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Augustus jumps guard but Norris stands there with Augustus around his waist. Augustus gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Norris lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Augustus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Norris walks away with a smile on his face. Augustus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Norris slaps away a takedown attempt from Augustus , before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Norris misses with a wild body shot.
Augustus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Norris. Norris circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Augustus fails to land the takedown.
Augustus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mason Norris seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Norris slaps away a takedown attempt from Augustus , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Norris scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Augustus doesn't seem bothered though.
Norris is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Augustus rather than just go for the knockout.
Augustus fails to land the takedown.
Norris ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Norris throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Augustus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Norris sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Augustus shoots in and drives through. Norris sprawls well.
Norris now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mason Norris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Norris stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Norris wants it to stay on the feet.
Norris looks to land a right hand but Augustus moved out of range.
Augustus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Norris to score with a decent uppercut.
Norris throws a body punch but Augustus moves out of range.
Norris defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Norris misses with a straight right.
Norris lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Augustus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Norris enables Augustus to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Norris manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
DJ Augustus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Augustus stays in close to Norris's body and controls the position.
Augustus trying to control but Norris is working from the bottom.
Augustus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Augustus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Norris for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Norris striking off his back but it's not causing Augustus any problems.
Norris keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Augustus content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Norris sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Augustus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Augustus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Norris sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mason Norris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Augustus 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... DJ Augustus !

DJ Augustus very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: TR6: BOAGRIUS VS. PETERSON     
Date:   Jan 11, 2020
#R1#
Joe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Augustus .#TD#
Augustus feints and as Joe raises his hands in defense, Augustus changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joe is keeping the position for now.
Augustus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Joe's guard.
Augustus is trying to control. Joe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Augustus takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Augustus wants to control but Joe is keeping him busy.
Augustus controlling the action here.
Augustus wants to control but Joe is keeping him busy.
Augustus wants to pass to mount but Joe is defending the position. #SUB#
Augustus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Joe is just riding it out for now. Augustus eventually gives up the hold.
Joe is not content to let Augustus control the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Augustus missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Joe is in trouble now - Augustus has advanced to mount!
Augustus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Augustus is landing with some decent strikes but Joe is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC#
Joe is rocked!
Augustus lands a big elbow - Joe is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Joe is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 23, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Alka Mangrove (ranked 1991 p4p, 246 weight class) and DJ Augustus (ranked 822 p4p, 112 weight class). Mangrove comes to the cage accompanied by https://youtu.be/uZU7Y1Hdww0. Alka Mangrove had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business




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31 yrs
194 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Alka Mangrove! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Wagner Zegers and Paulsen Ambrosius.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Augustus shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mangrove (0) vs (2) Augustus

Mangrove is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Augustus pulls his head out easily.
Mangrove is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Augustus working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Well, if Augustus 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.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangrove tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Well, if Augustus 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.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mangrove is pressing down on Augustus 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Mangrove is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Augustus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mangrove's guard.

Augustus seems to be working for a kimura but Mangrove defends the submission attempt.
Mangrove is positioning himself well to prevent Augustus advancing to mount.

Augustus is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Augustus is keen to just control but Mangrove is a slippery customer.

Augustus is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mangrove defends it well.
Mangrove is trying to get back to full guard.
Augustus is looking to advance position but Mangrove won't allow it.
Mangrove is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Augustus 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Augustus 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mangrove (4) vs (2) Augustus

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Augustus just trying to survive but Mangrove is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.

Augustus is trying to defend against the choke here but Mangrove has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Mangrove Tightens the hold and Augustus taps out furiously! Mangrove displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alka Mangrove!
Alka Mangrove thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2     
Date:   Dec 15, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus (ranked 779 p4p, 111 weight class) and Blue Cup (ranked 2014 p4p, 0 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!




187 cm
31 yrs
194 lbs



190 cm
35 yrs
183 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Blue Cup!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Daniel Franklin.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Cup closes the distance and pushes Augustus back into the cage.

Augustus works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Cup
Augustus trying to control but Cup is working from the bottom.
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cup is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus 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.
Cup told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Cup looking to control.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cup swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cup working a defensive guard but Augustus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (0) Cup

Augustus wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cup, who protects the arm well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Cup is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Augustus tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Augustus has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Augustus trying to control the position but Cup is working away.
Cup sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Cup makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cup.
We've been hearing that Augustus has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augustus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Cup keeps moving.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Cup.
Augustus trying to control but Cup is working from the bottom.

Cup is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Augustus defends well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus trying to control but Cup is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cup being controlled here, momentarily.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Cup is keeping the position.
Augustus trying to control but Cup is working from the bottom.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Cup keeps moving.
Augustus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cup is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.

Cup is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Cup working for a triangle but Augustus defends it easily.
Cup being controlled here, momentarily.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Cup.
Cup keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cup swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cup trying to control the position here.
Augustus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Cup looking to control.
Cup keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus looking to sit in guard and control but Cup gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (5) vs (2) Cup
Cup stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Augustus working for a triangle but Cup defends it easily.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Cup tries to pass.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus working a defensive guard here.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Cup from controlling successfully.
Cup stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .
Augustus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (7) vs (2) Cup
Augustus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Cup wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Cup is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Cup has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Augustus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Augustus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cup lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (7) vs (4) Cup
Cup wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.

Augustus has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Cup doesn't defend quickly enough and Augustus has managed to lock this one up! Can Cup escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Augustus on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Blue Cup was interviewed post fight and said 'That wasn't fun.'.

 

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 14, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus (ranked 776 p4p, 111 weight class) and Gene Parmesan (ranked 1920 p4p, 241 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!




187 cm
31 yrs
194 lbs



190 cm
29 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gene Parmesan!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Alan Glass.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Augustus closes the distance and clinches up with Parmesan, looking for a takedown. Augustus pushes Parmesan against the cage but Parmesan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Augustus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.

Augustus pushes Parmesan up against the cage in a clinch.

Parmesan jumps into guard, dragging Augustus to the mat.
Augustus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Parmesan keeps moving.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Parmesan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parmesan controlling Augustus 's posture.
Augustus trying to control but Parmesan is working from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Parmesan is keeping the position.
Augustus 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.
Augustus looking to sit in guard and control but Parmesan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (0) vs (2) Parmesan

Augustus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Parmesan defends well.

Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Parmesan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Parmesan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Parmesan postures up.
Augustus is adopting a defensive guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Parmesan working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.

Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Parmesan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Parmesan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Parmesan is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

Parmesan has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Augustus to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Parmesan is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Augustus pulls down on the head and he's put Parmesan to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). DJ Augustus !
A very excited looking DJ Augustus made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: EFC Trudeau vs Matusov 2     
Date:   Oct 26, 2019
#R1#
Infidellus defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Nice cross by Infidellus.
Infidellus misses with a low kick.#CL2#
Augustus has managed to clinch.
Augustus 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Infidellus.
Infidellus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Infidellus has a couple of punches blocked by Augustus .
Augustus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Infidellus throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Augustus tries to score a body lock takedown but Infidellus shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Crusadius Infidellus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Augustus .
Augustus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Augustus looking for a takedown.
Infidellus misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Augustus jumps guard and drags Infidellus to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Infidellus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Infidellus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Infidellus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Infidellus knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Augustus on the ground.
Infidellus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Infidellus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Infidellus postures up in Augustus 's guard and throws a big left but Augustus blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Infidellus defends it easily.#SUB2#
Infidellus throws a sloppy strike and Augustus has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Infidellus is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Augustus !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). DJ Augustus !
During a confident post fight interview, DJ Augustus thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: EFC Kardashian vs Built     
Date:   Oct 05, 2019
#R1#
Vermeulen tries to clinch up.
Augustus ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vermeulen.#CL#
Augustus gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vermeulen throws a punch but it's blocked by Augustus .
Augustus blocking some punches.
Vermeulen scores with a shoulder strike.
Vermeulen lands with a short punch from the clinch. #TD#
Augustus tightens his grip and picks Vermeulen up, before dumping him to the ground. Vermeulen manages to land in guard.
Vermeulen has his hands on Augustus 's head, controlling the position.
Augustus preventing the sweep.
Vermeulen looking to control.
Vermeulen keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Vermeulen has Augustus pulled in close to control his posture.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Vermeulen keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Augustus dives in for a single leg takedown but Vermeulen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Augustus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vermeulen unleashes a big counter combination but Augustus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Augustus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vermeulen swivels and escapes.
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
Vermeulen is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hendrik Vermeulen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Augustus tries to clinch up but Vermeulen circles away and keeps his distance.
Vermeulen throws out a counter right but Augustus avoids it with no problem.
Augustus shoots in looking for a takedown but Vermeulen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Augustus 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A nice side step and Vermeulen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2#
Augustus moves out of range of the strikes.
Augustus half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Augustus looks to score with a jab to the body but Vermeulen is just out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Augustus .
Augustus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vermeulen lands with a nice body punch.
Augustus moves in looking to clinch but Vermeulen pushes him off.
No joy there for Vermeulen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vermeulen throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Vermeulen tries to keep at a distance but Augustus has taken the fight into the clinch.
Augustus changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vermeulen fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vermeulen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vermeulen throws a lazy right hand but Augustus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Augustus is defended easily by Vermeulen.
Vermeulen tries to clinch but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Augustus has his takedown stuffed
and Augustus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Augustus has a takedown stuffed.
Augustus throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Augustus . Vermeulen does a little dance to reset his feet.
DJ Augustus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Augustus dives in and grabs Vermeulen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vermeulen pushes down on Augustus 's head and hops out.
Augustus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Augustus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vermeulen is fending him off so far but Augustus persists. Nope, Vermeulen circles away and we're back to standing.
Augustus gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vermeulen counters with a stiff right hand.
Augustus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T4#
Augustus tries to clinch there but Vermeulen circles away.
Augustus walks into a stiff left hand from Vermeulen.
Augustus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vermeulen swinging wildly here.
Donk. Vermeulen catches Augustus right on the button with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Augustus shoots in for a double leg but Vermeulen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vermeulen slaps away a takedown attempt from Augustus , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Vermeulen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Augustus fails to land the takedown.
Vermeulen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vermeulen misses with a straight left.
Augustus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Some wild striking there from Vermeulen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hendrik Vermeulen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Vermeulen sizes up Augustus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Augustus is looking to wear down Vermeulen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
No luck for Augustus with that takedown attempt.
Vermeulen works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Vermeulen clinches up against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Vermeulen. #TD#
Augustus drags the fight down to the ground.
Vermeulen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Vermeulen scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Augustus wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vermeulen is now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vermeulen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Vermeulen is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Vermeulen slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Vermeulen wants to control but Augustus is keeping him busy.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.
Augustus is holding on to half guard well.
Vermeulen is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Vermeulen lands a nice short elbow.
Vermeulen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Vermeulen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Vermeulen wants to free his trapped foot but Augustus is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Vermeulen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Augustus trying to control here. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Augustus tries to roll over but Vermeulen keeps him under control.
Vermeulen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Augustus trying to control here.
Vermeulen tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Augustus blocking the ground and pound attempt from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen is thwarting Augustus 's attempts to control the position.
Augustus is not content to let Vermeulen control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vermeulen swinging wildly here. #T3#
Augustus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vermeulen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Augustus somewhat.
Vermeulen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vermeulen sprawls well. Vermeulen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vermeulen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Augustus keeps the fight on the outside.
Augustus on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vermeulen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
A little jabbing left from Vermeulen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Augustus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Augustus shoots in looking for a takedown. Vermeulen tries to sprawl out of it but Augustus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vermeulen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hendrik Vermeulen seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4##CL#
Augustus has Vermeulen up against the cage in a clinch.
Augustus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vermeulen prevents it.
Vermeulen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Augustus has Vermeulen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vermeulen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vermeulen has a couple of punches blocked by Augustus .
Vermeulen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Augustus backwards.
Vermeulen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Augustus backwards.
Vermeulen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!
Vermeulen lands a shoulder strike.
Oh Augustus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice right hand lands inside from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen lands a big right hand that drops Augustus ! The killer instinct kicks in and Vermeulen finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Vermeulen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hendrik Vermeulen!
After the fight, Hendrik Vermeulen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: EFC Rham vs Gold     
Date:   Sep 14, 2019
#R1#
Augustus moves in looking to clinch but Boone pushes him off.
Augustus ducks under a wild hook from Boone.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Boone as he jumps to the side.
Boone went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Boone loads up on a big right hand but Augustus slips the punch.#TD2#
Augustus changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Boone looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Boone misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Boone is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.
Boone is not content to let Augustus control the position. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is chipping away with strikes. #SUB2#
Augustus in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Boone is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DJ Augustus !
In his post fight interview, DJ Augustus gave a big smile as he said 'Sleep zzzzzz'.

 

Event: EFC Matusov vs Kurri     
Date:   Aug 10, 2019
#R1#
Benavidez connects with a single shot there.
Benavidez lands a nice hook to Augustus 's body. Augustus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Augustus moves out of range of the strikes.
Augustus is looking to counter the offense by Benavidez and move into the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Augustus has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Benavidez lands with a shot to the body.
We've been informed that Benavidez has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Benavidez lands a jab to the nose.
A jab from Benavidez misses.
Benavidez scores with a jab.
Augustus slips a jab from Benavidez.
Augustus is looking to counter punch.
Benavidez throws a body punch but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jab from Benavidez.
Benavidez misses with an uppercut.
Benavidez tests Augustus 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benavidez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
Benavidez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Benavidez throws a hook but Augustus blocks it.
Augustus drops down looking for a counter takedown but Benavidez sprawls and moves away.
Jab by Benavidez.
Benavidez misses with a hook #TD#
and Augustus counters with a shoot takedown. Benavidez fights it but they end up in guard.
Benavidez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Benavidez is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Augustus avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Benavidez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Benavidez wants to hit a switch here but Augustus passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Benavidez there! #T2#
Augustus looking to control but Benavidez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Augustus scores with a couple of good head shots there.
BOOM! Augustus connects with a massive shot to the dome!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus looking to finish Benavidez with some ground and pound. This is bad for Benavidez!
Benavidez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Benavidez is still trying to improve position.
Augustus fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T3#
BOOM! Augustus connects with a massive shot to the dome! #ROC#
Benavidez is rocked!
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Benavidez scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Augustus land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Augustus stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DJ Augustus !
As DJ Augustus got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Sleep zzzzzz'.

 

Event: EFC Quinteros vs Matusov     
Date:   Jul 13, 2019
#R1#
Experiment lV is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Augustus .
Augustus wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Experiment lV throws a big shot that misses.
Augustus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Experiment lV throws a head kick that misses.
Experiment lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Augustus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Experiment lV throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Augustus counters with a takedown into side control.
Experiment lV manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment lV keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Experiment lV wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Experiment lV blocking the ground and pound attempt from Augustus .
Augustus trying to control from Experiment lV's half guard. Experiment lV has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Experiment lV is looking for a triangle but Augustus pushes his legs off easily.
Augustus postures up in Experiment lV's guard and throws a big left but Experiment lV blocks it.
Augustus distracts Experiment lV with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Augustus throws a big elbow that misses.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Experiment lV keeps moving.
Experiment lV controlling Augustus 's posture. #SUB2#
Experiment lV looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Experiment lV keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Experiment lV swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Augustus passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Experiment lV regains half guard.
Augustus prevents Experiment lV from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Augustus uses his free foot to push down on Experiment lV's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Experiment lV.
Augustus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Experiment lV is looking to escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The referee warns Experiment lV that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Experiment lV wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Augustus . #T4#
Augustus throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Experiment lV tries to lock up and control but Augustus gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Experiment lV is in all sorts of trouble here.
Augustus cracks Experiment lV with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #SUB#
Augustus goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Experiment lV turns into him and now he's in Augustus 's guard.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Experiment lV from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Experiment lV got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Experiment lV has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Augustus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Experiment lV to score with a decent uppercut.#KD2#
Experiment lV cracks Augustus with a big right hand and Augustus goes down!#ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!
Augustus has momentary wrist control but Experiment lV slips an elbow through the middle.
Oh Augustus is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Experiment lV drops back looking for a leg! Augustus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Augustus manages to kick Experiment lV off! Experiment lV jumps back into Augustus 's guard.
DJ Augustus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Experiment lV controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Experiment lV wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Augustus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Experiment lV gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
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!
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Experiment lV from controlling successfully. #T1#
Augustus pulls Experiment lV in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Experiment lV avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Augustus controlling the position.
Experiment lV postures up in Augustus 's guard and throws a big left but Augustus blocks it.
Experiment lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Augustus working a defensive guard here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Augustus looking for a guillotine here but Experiment lV defends easily.
Augustus has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Experiment lV got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Experiment lV has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.
Experiment lV won't allow Augustus to sweep him here.
Experiment lV wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Augustus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Experiment lV's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Experiment lV has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Augustus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Augustus postures up.
Augustus connects with a couple of short punches.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Experiment lV is keeping the position for now.
Experiment lV has his hands on Augustus 's head, controlling the position.
Augustus scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Experiment lV keeps moving. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Augustus is looking to work some ground and pound but Experiment lV has wrist control.
Augustus throws a big elbow that misses.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Experiment lV keeps moving.
Augustus throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Experiment lV is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Experiment lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Augustus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Experiment lV. Experiment lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Experiment lV tries a head kick but it misses.
Augustus seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Augustus moves away from the strike by Experiment lV.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Experiment lV.
Experiment lV lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Experiment lV fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Augustus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Experiment lV moves into range and clinches up with Augustus .
Experiment lV stops a takedown attempt from Augustus .
Experiment lV throws a punch but it's blocked by Augustus .
Experiment lV misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Augustus manages to pull guard.
Augustus trying to strike off his back.
Augustus wants to sweep here but Experiment lV controlling him for the moment.
Augustus trying to control the position. #T2#
Experiment lV stays in close to Augustus 's body and controls the position.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Experiment lV sitting in guard here, content to control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Experiment lV wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Experiment lV preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Experiment lV misses with an uppercut. Augustus saw that one coming.
Augustus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Augustus there as he acknowledges the shot.
Experiment lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Augustus wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Experiment lV sizes up Augustus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Experiment lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Augustus half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Experiment lV lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Augustus at a distance.
Experiment lV throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Experiment lV throws a head kick but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Experiment lV finds it's way round the side to connect with Augustus 's head.
Experiment lV tests Augustus 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Augustus moves out of range as Experiment lV strikes.
Experiment lV misses with a series of wild punches.
Augustus tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Experiment lV manages to circle out of the way.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Experiment lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Experiment lV has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Experiment lV!

Finnish Experiment lV decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: EFC Tea vs Menger     
Date:   Jun 22, 2019
#R1##CL#
Nathan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nathan stops a takedown attempt from Augustus .
Nathan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Augustus misses with a punch on the inside.
Augustus fails to pull guard.
Nathan works on Augustus 's body with a couple of short punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Nathan.
A right handed body shot lands from Nathan. #TD2#
Augustus manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nathan passes into half guard.
Augustus tries to roll over but Nathan keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Nathan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1#
Augustus slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nathan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Augustus controls Nathan momentarily but Nathan frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Augustus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nathan has picked Augustus up and slammed him! Augustus can't keep hold of the triangle and Nathan manages to pass to side control!#SUB#
Nathan goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Augustus has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Nathan but great work by Augustus .
Nathan struggling a bit here.
Nathan is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Augustus is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T2#
Augustus wants to control but Nathan has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Nathan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Nathan defends it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Augustus working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Augustus missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nathan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Augustus takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nathan is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nathan wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy.
Augustus not doing much here.
Let's hope that Augustus 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.
Augustus seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Augustus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Augustus looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nathan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nathan wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Nathan is defending against the submission attempts here by Augustus . #SUB2#
Augustus is trying to work for a kimura but Nathan is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nathan throws a hook but Augustus blocks it.
A jab from Nathan misses.
Augustus feints the counter takedown.
Nathan tries to clinch up.
Augustus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nathan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Nathan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Augustus , pushing him back against the cage.
Nathan controlling the action here for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nathan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nathan tries to stall but Augustus uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Nathan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Nathan goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Augustus lands a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Nathan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nathan is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Nathan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Augustus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nathan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Augustus trying to control but Nathan is working from the bottom. #T2#
Nathan wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Augustus works over Nathan with some ground and pound from guard.
Augustus looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Nathan isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Augustus stacks Nathan on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Augustus !
Augustus is putting a hurting on Nathan here, landing some big shots from side control.
DJ Augustus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nathan stops Augustus from passing to mount. #T3#
Augustus connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Nathan some visible discomfort.
Augustus in side control lands a decent elbow.
Augustus scoring with punches and elbows.
Augustus working the ground and pound.
Augustus working the ground and pound.#ES#
Nathan explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Nathan scores with the left hand. Augustus knows he should have avoided that one.
Augustus blocks a jab.#T4#
Nathan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Augustus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Augustus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Augustus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nathan misses with a wild body shot.
Augustus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nathan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Augustus .
Nathan throws the left hand but Augustus avoids the punch easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nathan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Augustus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Augustus swats away the attempt to clinch by Nathan.
Augustus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ray Nathan will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nathan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Augustus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nathan looks to land a left hand but Augustus moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Nathan rushes Augustus and presses him up against the cage.
Nathan tries a body shot but Augustus blocks it.
Nathan presses Augustus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Augustus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nathan prevents it.
Nathan throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nathan just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nathan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Augustus 's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Augustus wants to take the fight to the mat but Nathan manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ray Nathan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Augustus .#TD2#
Augustus has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Nathan clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Augustus looking for the RNC. #T1#
A lull in the action here.
Nathan is in bad spot here.
Augustus throwing damaging strikes from the back! Nathan could be in trouble here!
Augustus biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nathan is really stuck here.
Augustus is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Augustus gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Augustus gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Augustus apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Nathan scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Nathan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Augustus swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nathan throws a hook but Augustus blocks it.
Nathan sets himself, and Augustus steps forward looking for the clinch! Nathan avoids it this time.
Nathan tries to clinch up.
Nathan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ray Nathan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nathan misses with a jab to the body
and Augustus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Augustus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Augustus feints the counter takedown.
Augustus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Nathan misses with a body shot.
Nathan sets himself, and Augustus steps forward looking for the clinch! Nathan avoids it this time.
A telegraphed right hand from Nathan misses the target. #CL#
Nathan has Augustus up against the cage in a clinch.
Augustus lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nathan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Augustus 's elbow.
Augustus is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nathan pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Augustus can't get the takedown.
Nathan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nathan tries to work over Augustus 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Augustus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T4##TD2#
Augustus ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Augustus no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Nathan advances position into side control!
Augustus manages to get back to half guard.
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nathan is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Nathan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Augustus defends it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Nathan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Augustus sees it coming and defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to DJ Augustus .
I think Augustus 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... DJ Augustus !

DJ Augustus took some time post fight to say the following; 'Sleep zzzzzz'.

 

Event: NSC 25: Maximus vs Twborg     
Date:   May 21, 2019
#R1#
Guillard misses with a takedown attempt - Augustus sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Augustus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Guillard defends it well.
Augustus avoids the head kick by Guillard.
Guillard misses with a body shot.
Augustus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Guillard.
Augustus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Guillard defends it well.
Guillard misses with a takedown attempt - Augustus sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Augustus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guillard misses with a wild body shot.
Augustus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guillard throws the left hand but Augustus avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Augustus gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Guillard to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Guillard connects with a couple of short punches.#T1##SUB2#
Augustus looking for a triangle here. Guillard is fighting it but it looks tight! Augustus pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Guillard is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
TJ Guillard was interviewed post fight and said 'I want a rematch next week. I ain't no punk...'.

 

Event: NSC 21: Nielsen vs Barca     
Date:   May 07, 2019
#R1#
Diallo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Youssoufa Diallo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diallo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Augustus swivels and escapes.
Augustus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Diallo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Augustus feinted with a counter takedown.
DJ Augustus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Youssoufa Diallo.
Diallo shoots in but no luck this time.
Augustus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Diallo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Diallo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Augustus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Diallo landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diallo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Augustus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Diallo's guard. #REVR#
Augustus will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Diallo looking to control.
Diallo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Diallo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Augustus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Augustus passes into half guard. #SUB#
Augustus is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Diallo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augustus prevents Diallo from improving his position.
Augustus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diallo's head.
Diallo is trying to stand back up but Augustus is controlling him #SUB2#
Diallo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augustus is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2##SUB2#
Diallo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Diallo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Augustus is working away from the top position though.
Augustus passes to side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Diallo is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Diallo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Diallo struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Diallo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Diallo is trying to pull guard but Augustus has him pressed against the ropes.#BC#
Augustus breaks from the clinch.
Diallo shoots in but Augustus avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Diallo fails with the takedown.
Augustus feinted with a counter takedown.
DJ Augustus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Youssoufa Diallo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diallo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Augustus tries to avoid it but Diallo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Augustus to the ground. Augustus escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Diallo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Augustus tries to avoid it but Diallo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Augustus to the ground. Augustus escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Augustus drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diallo sprawls and moves away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Diallo or perhaps it was just good defense by Augustus , which made it look bad. #T1#
Diallo doesn't manage to clinch there - Augustus circles away.
Augustus drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diallo sprawls and moves away.
Diallo throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Augustus counters with a shoot takedown. Diallo fights it but they end up in guard.
Augustus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Diallo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Diallo tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Augustus controlling the position from side mount.
Diallo struggling a bit here.
Augustus working the head with strikes. #T2#
Augustus lands a few punches from side control.
Augustus working away.
Augustus scoring with punches from side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Diallo is trying to improve his position.
Augustus passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Diallo!
Diallo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Augustus seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Diallo trying to get back to full guard but Augustus takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Augustus has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Diallo's face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Diallo fails with a takedown attempt.
Diallo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Augustus avoids it really well and circles away.
Augustus displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Diallo.
DJ Augustus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Youssoufa Diallo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Diallo or perhaps it was just good defense by Augustus , which made it look bad.
Diallo shoots in for a double leg but Augustus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Augustus feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Diallo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Augustus attempts a counter takedown but Diallo avoids it well and moves away.
Diallo shoots in but no luck this time.
Diallo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Augustus tries to counter with a takedown but Diallo is quick to defend against it.
Diallo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diallo shoots in but no luck this time.
Augustus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
DJ Augustus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Diallo moves to clinch but Augustus breaks away #TD#
and Augustus counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Diallo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Augustus controls the pace.#SUB2#
Diallo has his foot on Augustus 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Augustus works his way back into a safe position though.
Diallo is striking from the bottom but Augustus uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.#T2#
Augustus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Diallo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nice strikes from Augustus there.
Diallo taking some punishment here, with Augustus in his half guard.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Augustus is looking for a kimura but Diallo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Augustus to get the leverage.
Augustus is trying to control. Diallo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Youssoufa Diallo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DJ Augustus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Diallo tries to kick Augustus off but Augustus keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Diallo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Augustus pulls his head out easily.
Augustus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diallo can do to turn this around?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diallo wants to improve his position but Augustus is controlling well. #SUB#
Augustus is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diallo has managed to free his arm - good work.

And that's the end of the fight!
DJ Augustus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Augustus , winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for DJ Augustus !
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for DJ Augustus !
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for DJ Augustus !

DJ Augustus wins by unanimous decision!

Our winner, DJ Augustus , made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: NSC 12: Mcdonald vs Athanas     
Date:   Apr 09, 2019
#R1#
Scarn fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Augustus on the side of the head.
Augustus slips a jab and a cross from Scarn.
Augustus feints the counter takedown.
Scarn scores with a decent looking hook.
Michael Scarn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Augustus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Augustus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Augustus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Scarn moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scarn throws a big shot that misses.
Augustus feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scarn connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Scarn scores with a nice right hand.
Scarn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Augustus moves out of range of the strikes.
Augustus with the counter takedown but Scarn avoids it easily.
Augustus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Scarn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice combination there by Scarn. #ROC#
Augustus is rocked!
Scarn cracks Augustus on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Augustus falls backwards against the ropes. Scarn follows up with more strikes that drop Augustus to his knees. Scarn keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Augustus ! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Scarn!
Michael Scarn was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: NSC 6: McLauhglin vs Yu     
Date:   Mar 12, 2019
#R1#
Bornholm cracks Augustus with an open hand slap.
Augustus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Augustus there as he acknowledges the shot.
Augustus closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bornholm counters with a nice body kick.
Bornholm lands an overhand right.
Bornholm lands with a cross.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but Bornholm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Augustus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bornholm. Bornholm obviously looking to wear him down.
Augustus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bornholm sprawls well. Bornholm wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
A punch lands to the side of Augustus 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Bornholm thumps Augustus with a low kick.
Augustus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bornholm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Augustus somewhat.
Daniel Bornholm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DJ Augustus .
Bornholm scores with a nice strike.
Bornholm throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bornholm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bornholm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bornholm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bornholm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Augustus 's head backwards.
Augustus blocks a leg kick.
Bornholm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And Augustus tries to counter it with a takedown but Bornholm pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but Bornholm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bornholm throws a head kick that half lands.
Augustus slips a jab and a cross from Bornholm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bornholm moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Augustus blocks a leg kick.
Augustus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Augustus gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Augustus seems to be working for a kimura but Bornholm defends the submission attempt.
Augustus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bornholm defending well though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Bornholm trying to control here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Bornholm dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bornholm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bornholm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Augustus . That did some damage!
Bornholm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Augustus 's sensitive parts.
Bornholm looks to score with a jab to the body but Augustus is just out of range.
Augustus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bornholm.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Bornholm, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Augustus drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bornholm is not content to let Augustus control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T1#
Bornholm can't do much from the bottom here.
Augustus is staying tight to Bornholm's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bornholm keeps working.
Bornholm wants to get back to his feet.
Augustus remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Bornholm tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Augustus goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bornholm rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Augustus 's guard! Nice work there by Bornholm!
Augustus wants to improve his position but instead Bornholm has moved into half guard.
Bornholm keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bornholm is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bornholm is working away from the top position though.
Augustus tries to roll over but Bornholm keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bornholm thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Augustus 's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Bornholm dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Bornholm throws the kick towards the body but Augustus avoids it.
Augustus shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bornholm counters with a nice uppercut.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bornholm.
DJ Augustus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bornholm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bornholm wants to slow Augustus down by chopping away at his legs.
Bornholm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Augustus is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Augustus has his takedown stuffed
letting Bornholm counter with a right hand.
Augustus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bornholm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bornholm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Augustus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Augustus 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#TD2#
Bornholm gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Augustus to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Augustus postures up in Bornholm's guard and throws a big left but Bornholm blocks it. #T1#
Bornholm working a defensive guard here.
Augustus won't allow Bornholm to sweep him here.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Augustus 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
DJ Augustus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Augustus preventing the sweep.
Bornholm keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bornholm manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Bornholm in his guard.#REVR#
Augustus wants to sweep here but Bornholm controlling him for the moment.
Daniel Bornholm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##SUB2#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Augustus throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Bornholm trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Bornholm wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bornholm defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Bornholm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bornholm, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Daniel Bornholm!
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight for Daniel Bornholm!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Daniel Bornholm!

Daniel Bornholm wins by unanimous decision!

 

Event: NSC 2 : Carsara vs Jackson     
Date:   Feb 12, 2019
#R1#
PO misses with a straight left.
Augustus fails in his attempt to clinch.
PO throws a shot from downtown. Augustus moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Augustus feints and as PO raises his hands in defense, Augustus changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
PO working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Augustus .
PO wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
PO controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
Augustus throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
PO looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Augustus working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but PO is keeping the position.#T1#
Augustus wants to control from the top but PO keeps moving.
Augustus with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Augustus won't allow PO to sweep him here.
PO keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus landing with the ground and pound.
Augustus trying to control but PO is working from the bottom. #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.
Augustus 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.
PO controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sloppy strikes from PO. Those never looked like landing.
No joy there for PO, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
IL PO is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Augustus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has PO pinned against the ropes. PO gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Augustus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but PO defending well.
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 DJ Augustus will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Augustus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Augustus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Augustus tries to clinch but PO moves out of range.
PO stuffs the takedown attempt from Augustus . Augustus gets slowly back to his feet.
PO rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Augustus moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Augustus shoots in but PO avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
PO cracks Augustus with a good jab.
That kick from PO tenderised Augustus 's leg. Augustus is trying to keep his angry face on.
PO has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
PO bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD#
PO gets caught flat footed, as Augustus shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
PO working a defensive guard here.
DJ Augustus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Augustus throws an elbow that misses. PO uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Augustus 's guard. Nice move by PO!#REVB##T1#
PO working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
PO throwing strikes from guard but Augustus blocks nicely.
Augustus has his hands on PO's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Augustus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and PO defends well.
Augustus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Augustus throwing strikes from guard but PO blocks nicely. #T2#
PO working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Augustus .
Augustus controlling from the top position.
PO keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus works over PO with some ground and pound from guard.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
PO wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

IL PO showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Augustus checks a low kick from PO.
Augustus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Augustus drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Augustus throwing strikes from guard but PO blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Augustus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. PO is keeping the position for now.
Augustus is fighting to break PO's control of his arms but PO is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Augustus postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Augustus looking to sit in guard and control but PO gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
PO content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
PO throwing strikes from guard but Augustus blocks nicely.
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
PO missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
PO with a flurry of punches that miss.
PO preventing the sweep. #SUB#
PO throws a sloppy strike and Augustus has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! PO is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Augustus !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). DJ Augustus !
During a confident post fight interview, DJ Augustus thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: ABW 193 Arendse - Point     
Date:   Jan 24, 2019
#R1#
Baker Jr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baker Jr shoots in for a double leg but Augustus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Baker Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Augustus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baker Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Augustus moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD2#
Baker Jr looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Augustus !
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.
Augustus struggling a bit here.
Augustus manages to get back to half guard.
Augustus trying to get back to full guard but Baker Jr takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Augustus sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baker Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Augustus 's head. #SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.
Baker Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Augustus on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Augustus trying to control but Baker Jr postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Baker Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Augustus sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Baker Jr is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Baker Jr passes to full mount!
Augustus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Baker Jr thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Baker Jr avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.#T2#
Baker Jr lands a big elbow.
Baker Jr scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Baker Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Augustus is looking to escape.
Augustus tries to hold on but Baker Jr pushes him away.
Augustus is looking to improve his position but Baker Jr isn't that keen on the idea.
Baker Jr connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Augustus takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Augustus is bucking up trying to escape but Baker Jr cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!
Baker Jr postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks Augustus out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! Baker Jr goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Nate Baker Jr!

 

Event: ABW 187 Perez - Thiago     
Date:   Jan 01, 2019

 

Event: ABW 180 Bhullar - Maugon     
Date:   Nov 29, 2018
#R1##CL#
Augustus forces Payne back against the cage and clinches.
Payne misses with a punch to the body.
Payne swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Augustus is looking for a takedown.
Payne misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Payne.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Payne manages to get underhooks.
Augustus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Payne lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Payne escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Payne slips a straight right by Augustus .
A little jabbing left from Payne on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Augustus looking to score a takedown here. Payne is defending well but Augustus drives through and ends up in Payne's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Payne can do anything to dispel that myth.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Payne keeps moving.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Payne is keeping the position.
Payne really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Augustus . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Payne wants to stand and escape but Augustus is having none of it. #T1#
Payne trying to control the position.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Payne keeps moving.
Augustus throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Augustus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Payne manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Augustus has Payne in his guard.#REVB#
Payne would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Augustus wants to sweep but no luck.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Payne from controlling successfully.
Augustus is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Augustus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Payne defends well.#SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3##SUB#
Augustus is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Payne frees his head nicely. Oh but Augustus has switched to an armbar! Payne is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). DJ Augustus !
DJ Augustus seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: ABW 173 Kai - Jones     
Date:   Nov 06, 2018
#R1#
Augustus doesn't manage to clinch there - Suleyman circles away.
Augustus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Augustus clinches.
Suleyman prevents the takedown attempt.
Suleyman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Augustus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Suleyman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suleyman is pushing Augustus up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Suleyman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Augustus backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Suleyman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Augustus stalls.
Suleyman leaning his opponent against the cage.
Augustus blocks an uppercut.
Suleyman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Augustus is defending well for now.
Suleyman lands with a left to the head.
Augustus is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Suleyman working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Augustus is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Suleyman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Augustus is trying to drag Suleyman to the mat but Suleyman just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Suleyman misses with the head strike. #T2#
Suleyman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Augustus s head.
Suleyman has Augustus pressed against the cage.
Suleyman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Suleyman.
Augustus can't break the clinch.
Suleyman is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Augustus is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Suleyman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Suleyman takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Suleyman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Augustus backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Suleyman.
Suleyman lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Augustus wants a takedown. #T3#
The referee is keeping an eye on Suleyman - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Augustus can't get the takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Suleyman.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Suleyman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Suleyman just leaning against Augustus , taking a breather.
Suleyman lands with a short shot to the head.
Augustus wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Suleyman has him pressed against the cage.
Suleyman taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Suleyman has Augustus pressed against the cage, preventing Augustus from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Augustus blocking some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Suleyman.
Suleyman throws a punch but it's blocked by Augustus .
Suleyman scores with a shot to the side of Augustus 's head. #T4#
Augustus letting Suleyman take a breather here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Augustus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Come on Augustus - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Suleyman throws an elbow but it misses.
Augustus prevents a body shot from Suleyman.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Suleyman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Augustus or not.
Augustus is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Augustus blocks a body shot from Suleyman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ibrahim Suleyman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Augustus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Augustus closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Suleyman to the mat! Suleyman manages to get full guard.
Suleyman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Augustus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Augustus trying to control but Suleyman is working from the bottom.
Suleyman is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suleyman keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully. #T1#
Augustus throwing strikes but missing.
Augustus throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Suleyman keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Augustus 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.
Suleyman tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Augustus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Suleyman as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Suleyman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Augustus .
Augustus dives in and grabs Suleyman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Suleyman pushes down on Augustus 's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Suleyman defends well and Augustus ends up having to push Suleyman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Augustus is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Suleyman's half guard.
Augustus is just content to waste time from the top position. Suleyman takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Augustus throws a strike but Suleyman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Suleyman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus seems keen to control Suleyman's posture.#T3#
Augustus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Augustus looking for subs off his back but Suleyman has passed one foot through into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augustus is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Augustus looking for submissions off his back.
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Suleyman is working away from the top position though.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus moves into full guard.
Augustus controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that DJ Augustus will probably get the nod.
That's time! Augustus 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Suleyman scoring well with a low kick there.
DJ Augustus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Augustus fails in his attempt to clinch.
Suleyman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Augustus misses the jab.
Suleyman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Augustus .
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Augustus is defended easily by Suleyman.
Suleyman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T1#
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Suleyman misses the target. #TD#
Augustus scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Suleyman prevents Augustus from improving position.
Augustus trying to control the position but Suleyman is working away.
Augustus in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Augustus postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Sloppy strikes there by Augustus .
Suleyman is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Augustus working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Augustus taking a break here but Suleyman is having none of it and regains half guard.
Augustus is keen to just control but Suleyman is a slippery customer.
Augustus prevents Suleyman from improving his position.#T3#
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Augustus trying to control from Suleyman's half guard. Suleyman has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Suleyman is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Suleyman has momentary wrist control but Augustus slips an elbow through the middle.
Augustus postures up and lands a big shot to Suleyman's brow. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Augustus cracks Suleyman with a solid left hand.
Augustus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Suleyman 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.
Augustus 's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Suleyman pushes Augustus away with a front kick.
Suleyman throws a body kick that misses.
Augustus dives in for a single leg takedown but Suleyman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A solid leg kick lands there for Suleyman.
Augustus has his takedown stuffed
and Suleyman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ibrahim Suleyman.
I think Suleyman 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ibrahim Suleyman!

Ibrahim Suleyman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: ABW 160 Brahms - Experiment     
Date:   Sep 13, 2018
#R1##TD#
Cummins tries to sprawl but Augustus drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Cummins kicks off Augustus and gets to his feet.
Cummins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Augustus .
As Cummins tries to get set, Augustus tries to push him back and clinch up but Cummins manages to avoid the attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Cummins. No joy for Augustus on that attempt.
Augustus slips a jab and a cross from Cummins.
Cummins connects with a body shot.
Augustus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Augustus slips a jab from Cummins.
Cummins throws a shot to the body.
Cummins throws a hook to the side of Augustus 's head but Augustus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Cummins tries to keep at a distance but Augustus has taken the fight into the clinch.
Augustus slowing the pace effectively.#BC2#
Cummins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cummins misses with a right hand
and Augustus counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cummins thinking. #T1#
Cummins connects with a crisp jab.
Augustus shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cummins scores with a jab.
Cummins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Augustus under the eye.
Augustus takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Augustus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Cummins stuns Augustus with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cummins throws a lazy right hand but Augustus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Augustus closes the distance and clinches.
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!
Augustus is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cummins is defending well for now.
Cummins tries to break free but Augustus pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Cummins breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cummins misses with a straight left.
Gordon Cummins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Cummins moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Augustus tries to clinch there but Cummins circles away.
Augustus shoots in and drives through. Cummins sprawls well.
Cummins throws a shot from downtown. Augustus moves away and avoids it.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cummins as he avoids it easily.
Augustus goes for a double leg but Cummins avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cummins continues to drive forward.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Augustus is defended easily by Cummins.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Augustus is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cummins is defending well.#T3##BC2#
Cummins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cummins connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Augustus moves out of range of the strikes.
Augustus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cummins avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Cummins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus throwing shots but Cummins is blocking nicely.
Cummins avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Augustus . #T4#
Augustus missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cummins pushes Augustus off looking to stand but Augustus dives back in and keeps control.
Augustus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cummins looks like he's trying to stand up.
Augustus moves into full mount! Cummins won't be happy about that!
Cummins is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Augustus punishing his opponent with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Augustus looking to control but Cummins is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cummins's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Augustus is working for a guillotine from mount but Cummins frees his head quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gordon Cummins dominated that round.
That's time! Augustus 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Augustus avoids a punch combination nicely.
Augustus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cummins throws a hook but Augustus avoids it easily.
Augustus attempts a counter takedown but Cummins avoids it well and moves away.
Cummins swings for the body but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Augustus tries to counter with a takedown but Cummins is quick to defend against it.
Gordon Cummins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Horrible takedown attempt by Augustus or perhaps it was just good defense by Cummins, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus shoots in looking for a takedown but Cummins manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Augustus 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A punch combination from Cummins misses.
Augustus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Cummins is fending him off so far but Augustus persists. Nope, Cummins circles away and we're back to standing.
A little jabbing left from Cummins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Augustus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cummins.
Augustus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cummins.#T1#
Augustus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A jab from Cummins misses.
Augustus looks to clinch
and Cummins counters with a stiff right hand.
Augustus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cummins jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
DJ Augustus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Augustus lands a body shot.
Cummins misses the shot to the body.
Cummins pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Augustus tries to counter by clinching up but Cummins breaks away and moves out of range.#TD#
Augustus looking to score a takedown here. Cummins is defending well but Augustus drives through and ends up in Cummins's guard.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cummins is keeping the position for now.
Cummins is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2#
Cummins being controlled here, momentarily.
Augustus won't allow Cummins to get back to his feet.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Augustus 's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Augustus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Cummins is trying to stand back up but Augustus is controlling him #ES2#
Cummins kicks off Augustus and gets to his feet. #T3##TD#
Augustus throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cummins tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Augustus is in Cummins's guard.
Cummins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cummins is keeping the position for now.
Augustus with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Augustus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Augustus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Cummins keeps moving.
Augustus passes Cummins's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES2#
Cummins manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Cummins leaves Augustus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Cummins throws a hook to the side of Augustus 's head but Augustus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice sprawl there from Cummins as Augustus shoots in.#T4#
Cummins lands a glancing blow to the side of Augustus 's head.
Cummins with a body punch. A glancing blow.
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!
Augustus is looking to clinch but Cummins is avoiding it.
Cummins looks to land a combination but Augustus avoids it well.
Cummins thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice uppercut there from Cummins.
Augustus staying out of range there.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cummins as he jumps to the side.
Cummins defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Cummins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Augustus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cummins's waist but Cummins gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Augustus off to one side. #TD#
Cummins gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Augustus to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Cummins wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Augustus manages to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gordon Cummins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Cummins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Augustus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cummins avoids it really well and circles away.
Augustus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Augustus on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Augustus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cummins swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cummins smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Augustus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cummins scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Cummins misses with a looping right.
It looked like Augustus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#KD2#
A jab-cross combination lands for Cummins and sends Augustus crashing to the mat! Cummins follows him down to the mat - Augustus regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!#SU2#
Cummins gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Oh Augustus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cummins connects with a superb combination that knocks Augustus out cold! The referee charges across the mat and tackles Cummins before he can land any more shots to the unconscious Augustus !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Gordon Cummins!
A relieved looking Gordon Cummins thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: ABW 152 Verygood - Brahms     
Date:   Aug 14, 2018
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Augustus .
Matazz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Matazz digs a good body shot into Augustus 's ribs.
Augustus tries to clinch but Matazz moves out of range.
Augustus tries for a takedown but Matazz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Matazz scores with a head kick. Augustus tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Matazz throws a sloppy head kick and Augustus moves out of range easily.
Augustus fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for DJ Augustus . 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.
Augustus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Matazz is fending him off so far but Augustus persists. Nope, Matazz circles away and we're back to standing.
Matazz lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Matazz throws a good cross that connects.
Matazz works Augustus 's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Augustus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Matazz looks to land a body kick but Augustus moved away.
Augustus tries to counter with a takedown but Matazz is quick to defend against it.
Matazz swings for the body but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Matazz as he avoids it easily.
Augustus has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rabid Dog in the buildup to the fight.
Augustus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Matazz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Augustus somewhat.#CL#
Augustus gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Matazz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matazz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Augustus .
Matazz misses with a few strikes there. #T2#
Matazz throws a nice looking combination but Augustus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Augustus is looking to counter the offense by Matazz and move into the clinch.
Augustus throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Matazz counters with a series of strikes. Augustus will be more careful next time no doubt.
Augustus looks for a takedown but Matazz sprawls well.
Matazz is looking to slow Augustus down with leg kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Augustus .
Augustus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Matazz finds it's way round the side to connect with Augustus 's head.
Augustus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Matazz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Augustus goes for a double leg but Matazz avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Matazz continues to drive forward.
Augustus fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Augustus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Matazz throws a looping overhand right but Augustus ducks down to avoid it.
Augustus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Augustus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Matazz fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Augustus checks it well.
Matazz motions for Augustus to come forward. Matazz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Matazz - that will leave a mark!
Augustus tries to clinch but Matazz is having none of it.
Augustus avoids a punch combination nicely.
Left hook, right uppercut from Matazz. #T4#
Matazz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Augustus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Matazz appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Augustus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Matazz can pounce on him.
Matazz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Augustus rushes Matazz and presses him up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Augustus manages to pull guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Matazz working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SU2#
Matazz stands and steps away. Augustus gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Razza Matazz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Augustus gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Matazz makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Razza Matazz dominated that round.
That's time! Augustus 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Matazz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Augustus . Augustus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Matazz misses with a few strikes there.
DJ Augustus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Augustus fails with the takedown.#KD2#
Matazz drops Augustus with a beautiful combination! Augustus stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Matazz is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Augustus is rocked!
Matazz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Augustus gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Matazz gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Augustus is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Razza Matazz!
A very excited looking Razza Matazz rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 05, 2018
#R1#
Augustus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercy was well out of range. Poor timing from Augustus .
Mercy connects with a leg kick. Augustus looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Augustus has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Mercy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Augustus s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sloppy strikes from Mercy. Those never looked like landing.
Augustus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Augustus throws a front kick aimed at Mercy's knee but Mercy avoids it well.
Augustus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mercy.
Some wild striking there from Augustus .
Mercy misses with a series of wild punches.
Mercy throws a nice looking combination but Augustus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It seemed like Augustus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Augustus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mercy's head backwards.
Augustus throws a hook to the side of Mercy's head but Mercy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mercy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Augustus .
Augustus throws an off balance right hand
and Mercy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Augustus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercy just misses with a punch to the body.
Augustus throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mercy is looking to counter punch.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Augustus misses. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Augustus .
Mercy is looking for a sweep.
Mercy's coaches at Midnight MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mercy is trying to buck Augustus off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but Mercy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Augustus happy to just control the position for now.
Augustus scores with a couple of short elbows.#T2#
Mercy tries to escape but Augustus is in control.
Augustus tries to move to mount but Mercy blocks the move with his legs.
Mercy pushes Augustus away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Augustus gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Augustus is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mercy will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Augustus lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Augustus tries to score with some ground and pound. Mercy controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Augustus throws an elbow but Mercy slips to the side and avoids it well.
The referee asks Augustus politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Augustus prefers to stall for the moment though.
Augustus in side control, throwing shots but Mercy defends. #T3#
Augustus tries to score with some ground and pound. Mercy controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Mercy is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Augustus is controlling him well.
Augustus lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mercy down.
Augustus throwing strikes but Mercy manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Mercy staying calm.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Augustus can't do much from the bottom here.
Mercy tries to stand but Augustus is controlling his head.
Mercy is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Augustus 's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Mercy is looking to take a break and control but Augustus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mercy tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Augustus controls the position for a moment.#SU#
Mercy has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Augustus misses the shot to the body.
Augustus misses with an uppercut. Mercy saw that one coming.
Mercy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Augustus throws out the jab.
Augustus throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Augustus throws the left hand but Mercy avoids the punch easily.
Good exchange - Augustus coming out on top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but DJ Augustus will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Augustus takes a swing at Mercy's ribcage but misses.
Augustus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mercy.
Augustus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Augustus moves out of range of the strikes.
Augustus misses with a looping right.
A lazy left from Mercy finds it's target.
Mercy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Augustus doesn't seem bothered though.
Augustus misses with a takedown attempt - Mercy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Augustus looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mercy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mercy. Augustus does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is looking to chop away at Mercy's legs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mercy.
Augustus slips a straight right by Mercy.
Augustus misses with a body shot
and Mercy counters with a nice uppercut.
Mercy throws an overhand right that lands on Augustus 's shoulder, as Augustus tries to avoid the shot.
Augustus cracks Mercy with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Augustus takes a kick to the side of the head.
Augustus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mercy avoids the body shot from Augustus .
A head kick misses from Mercy.
Mercy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Augustus .
Mercy moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mercy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Augustus .
Mercy lands a nice hook to Augustus 's body. Augustus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Augustus throws a body punch but Mercy moves out of range.
Augustus misses with a hook.
Mercy looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Augustus ducks under a wild hook from Mercy.
Augustus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercy was well out of range. Poor timing from Augustus .
Augustus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Augustus takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A big left from Mercy misses.
Mercy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mercy pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Augustus .
Mercy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Augustus .
Augustus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mercy pinned against the cage. Mercy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Augustus misses with a looping left.
Mercy ducks under a wild hook from Augustus .
Augustus has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Mercy connects with a crisp jab.
Mercy throws a looping overhand right but Augustus ducks down to avoid it.
Augustus with the counter takedown but Mercy avoids it easily.
Mercy throws a looping overhand right but Augustus ducks down to avoid it.
Mercy throws out a loose jab but Augustus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mercy scores with a jab. Augustus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Augustus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T3#
Augustus misses with a left hand
and Mercy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Augustus is rocked!
Augustus is holding his hands too far apart here. Mercy throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Augustus is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Waylon Mercy!
Waylon Mercy very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: IHOF X: Night of Champions     
Date:   Jun 10, 2018
#R1#
Good work by Augustus as he checks the leg kick.
Cash looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Augustus throws a jab when Cash was well out of range.
Augustus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cash connects with a jab.
Augustus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A shot to the body from Augustus misses
and Cash connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Augustus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Cash defending well as Augustus loads up on a big left hand.
Augustus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Augustus is looking to chop away at Cash's legs.
Augustus looks to land a right hand but Cash moved out of range.
Cash misses with a wild body shot.
Cash defending well as Augustus loads up on a big left hand.
Cash looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cash throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Cash.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cash tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Augustus was well out of range. Poor timing from Cash.#T1#
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cash swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Augustus .
The fight stays on the outside here - Cash looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cash throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Augustus counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cash!
Augustus tries to move into full mount but can't pass Cash's legs.
Cash tries to improve position but can't.
Augustus trying to control the action but Cash is working from the bottom.
Cash parries the strikes from Augustus easily there. Augustus is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Cash to escape.
Augustus taking a breather here.
Cash managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Augustus . #T2#
Augustus is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Cash will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Augustus wants to control but Cash is keeping him busy.
Augustus looks up at the clock and then as Cash takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Augustus smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Augustus slows the pace down.
Augustus working the ground and pound.
Cash is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.
Augustus working the ground and pound.#T3#
Augustus remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Augustus is chipping away with strikes.
Cash tries to bench press Augustus off him but Augustus keeps the position.
Augustus wants to control but Cash is keeping him busy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cash tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus takes a little break here. Cash wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Augustus working the body and head with strikes.
Augustus landing a few strikes.
Augustus creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Cash looks to move to half guard but instead Augustus has passed into mount! Damn!
Augustus lands a big elbow.
Augustus is in the full mount, landing strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

DJ Augustus dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Augustus misses with a takedown
and Cash counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Augustus misses the jab.
Augustus has his takedown stuffed
and Cash counters with a low kick, right behind Augustus 's knee.
Cash slips a jab from Augustus .
Augustus misses with a lunging right hand
and Cash connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Augustus misses with a lunging right hand
and Cash counters with a straight right hand.
Cash with a nice cross.
Augustus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Augustus misses with a shot to the body
and Cash connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cash fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Augustus .
Cash swings for the body but Augustus moves out of range.
Augustus looks to land a left hand but Cash moved out of range nicely.
Cash defending well as Augustus loads up on a big left hand.
Augustus takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cash jabs Augustus to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Cash scores with a body shot.
Cash takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cash sizes up Augustus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Augustus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cash lands with a nice body punch.
Cash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Augustus moves away.
Augustus catches Cash with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Augustus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Augustus .
Nice jab there from Cash.
Cash ducks under a wild hook from Augustus .
Cash misses with a body shot.
Cash lands a nice hook to Augustus 's body. Augustus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cash misses with the combination.
Augustus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Augustus takes a swing at Cash's ribcage but misses.
Ronie Cash is winning the standup battle so far.
Augustus misses with a hook.
Cash feinted with a counter takedown.
Augustus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cash moves away.#TD2#
Augustus closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Cash quickly recovers to half guard.
Augustus takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Cash moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Augustus lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Augustus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cash is trying to control the position but Augustus postures up.
Cash can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Augustus controls the pace.#T3#
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cash is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Cash is looking for a triangle here but Augustus uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Augustus works to advance to full mount. Cash defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
DJ Augustus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cash is bucking up trying to escape but Augustus cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Cash tries to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Cash really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Augustus raining down shots from the mount!#T4#
Augustus scoring with strikes but Cash is staying in there.
Cash can't escape the position.
Cash tries to hold on but Augustus postures up.
Augustus with shots to the head and body - Cash looks very uncomfortable down there. #SUB2#
Augustus is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Cash is surviving well by controlling Augustus 's body position as best he can.
Augustus working the ground and pound effectively.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Augustus working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Augustus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Augustus landing shots from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but DJ Augustus will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Cash swings for the body but Augustus moves out of range.
Jab from Cash.
Cash fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Augustus looks to score with a jab to the body but Cash is just out of range.
A slow jab from Augustus misses its intended target.
Cash paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cash throws a jab when Augustus was well out of range.
Cash throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Cash scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Cash drops his hands momentarily and Augustus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
DJ Augustus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Augustus looks to land a left hand but Cash moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Cash.
Cash moves out of range of the leg kick from Augustus .
Cash scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cash moves out of range as Augustus strikes.#T1#
Augustus throws a lazy right hand but Cash sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cash lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Augustus lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #TD2#
Augustus shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cash's guard.#SUB#
Cash pushes a forearm under Augustus 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Augustus is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ronie Cash!
Ronie Cash retains his middleweight title!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 09, 2018
#R1#
Augustus walks into a jab.
Antonio looks to land a left hand but Augustus moved out of range nicely.
Augustus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Augustus fails with a takedown attempt.
Augustus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Antonio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Augustus somewhat.
Antonio punishes Augustus 's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Augustus bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Augustus is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Antonio looks calm but he's in trouble here. Augustus gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Antonio is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Augustus lets go of the hold and Antonio can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DJ Augustus !

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 26, 2018
#R1#
Augustus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bornholm.
Augustus feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Augustus throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bornholm tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Augustus is in Bornholm's guard.
Bornholm wants to get back to his feet but Augustus passes into half guard. #REVB#
Bornholm is trying to stand back up but Augustus is controlling him
Augustus is trying to control the action in half guard but Bornholm is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Augustus is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bornholm defends it well.
Augustus tries to pass to full mount but Bornholm defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus wants to control but Bornholm is keeping him busy.
Bornholm tries to kick Augustus off but Augustus keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Augustus wants to free his trapped foot but Bornholm is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1##SUB#
Augustus is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Bornholm is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DJ Augustus !

 

Event: SNCC 1     
Date:   Mar 31, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus (ranked 21941 p4p, 721 weight class) and Ari Kantola (ranked 6726 p4p, 627 weight class). Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Ari Kantola enters the cage!




187 cm
24 yrs
192 lbs



185 cm
42 yrs
200 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Ari Kantola!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Donald Grub and Sam Margolis.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Augustus gets the takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Kantola
Augustus wants to control but Kantola is keeping him busy.
Augustus has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kantola is looking to reverse the position.
Kantola is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.

Augustus tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Augustus has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kantola is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.

Augustus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kantola is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus working away.
Augustus tries to advance to mount but can't.

Augustus wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kantola, who protects the arm well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kantola can't do much from the bottom here.
Augustus just content to control the position.
Kantola regains half guard.
Augustus is taking a breather. Kantola says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Kantola is looking to improve his position.
Kantola wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Augustus controlling the action here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kantola is looking to improve his position.

Augustus seems to be working for a kimura but Kantola defends the submission attempt.
Augustus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Augustus is thwarting Kantola's attempts to control the position.
Augustus prevents Kantola from improving his position.
Kantola controlling the position for now.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kantola keeps working.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kantola is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Augustus in particular looking to stall.
Augustus is thwarting Kantola's attempts to control the position.
Kantola is looking to improve his position.
Augustus is taking a breather. Kantola says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Augustus is pressing down on Kantola's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kantola is holding on for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is trying to control the action in half guard but Kantola is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kantola trying to control here.
Augustus is controlling the pace.
Kantola trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus wants to pass to mount but Kantola is defending the position.
Augustus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kantola does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kantola trying to control here.
Augustus wants to pass the guard but Kantola is defending well.

Augustus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kantola is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to mount his opponent but Kantola defends it.
Kantola wants to control but Augustus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard.

Augustus is looking for a kimura but Kantola is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Augustus to get the leverage.
Kantola is trying to maintain the position but Augustus is very close to passing his half guard.
Augustus trying to control the action but Kantola is working from the bottom.
Kantola tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is working for a submission of some sort.
Kantola trying to hold on to Augustus 's head to control him but Augustus postures up.
Kantola works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kantola keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Kantola not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kantola keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Kantola keeps moving.
Kantola working a defensive guard here.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kantola tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kantola keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Kantola working a defensive guard here.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kantola swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kantola swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kantola being controlled here, momentarily.
Kantola keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Augustus drops back looking for a leg! Kantola is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kantola manages to kick Augustus off! Augustus jumps back into Kantola's guard.
Augustus slips nicely into half guard.
Augustus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kantola is trying to get back to full guard.

Augustus is trying to work for a kimura but Kantola is defending well.
Kantola manages to get to full guard.
Kantola 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.
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kantola managing to control the position.
Kantola wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Kantola trying to keep a closed guard but Augustus is proving a slippery customer.

Augustus 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.
Augustus controlling from the top position.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Augustus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Augustus trying to control but Kantola is working from the bottom.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kantola seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Augustus is pushing down on Kantola's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kantola is fighting to maintain full guard but Augustus has managed to sneak the leg through.

Augustus is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kantola defends it well.
Kantola is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Augustus trying to mount his opponent but Kantola defends it.
Kantola wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus wants to take a breather but Kantola is having none of it.
Kantola is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Augustus 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Augustus 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (4) vs (4) Kantola
I would not like to be Augustus right now.
Augustus looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control the position but Kantola manages to sink in the hooks.
I really don't envy Augustus right now.
Kantola gets his hands free as Augustus looks to control.
Kantola controlling well, preventing Augustus from escaping the position.
Kantola has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Augustus 's body.
Kantola gets his hands free as Augustus looks to control.
Augustus tries to break free.
Augustus manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kantola's guard. Nice work there by Augustus .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (6) vs (4) Kantola
Kantola is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kantola is pulling down on Augustus 's head. It's preventing any offense from Augustus , at least for the moment.
Augustus preventing the sweep.
Kantola pulls Augustus in close to his closed guard and prevents Augustus from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kantola looking to control.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Kantola keeps moving.
Augustus stands and throws Kantola's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (9) vs (4) Kantola
Kantola tries to improve position but can't.
Kantola struggling a bit here.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Kantola's face as Augustus controls the position.

Augustus is trying to get an arm triangle but Kantola is defending well.
Augustus advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (11) vs (4) Kantola

Augustus working for a guillotine from mount but Kantola is in no mood to give up.

Augustus is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kantola has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kantola wants to hold on but Augustus pushes him away.
Augustus prevents Kantola from getting the reversal.
Augustus looking to control but Kantola is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kantola tries to reverse the position but Augustus maintains control.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Kantola is surviving well by controlling Augustus 's body position as best he can.
Kantola prevents Augustus from taking his back.
Kantola is looking to get to half guard.
Augustus tries to control but Kantola wriggling away.
Kantola has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (14) vs (4) Kantola
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus is not going to allow Kantola to sit and survive in this position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.

 

Event: EMP Monday Madness     
Date:   Mar 05, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus (ranked 22526 p4p, 758 weight class) and Aito Lager (ranked 20857 p4p, 728 weight class). Lager has chosen Army Of The Pharaohs - Seven as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.




187 cm
23 yrs
192 lbs



178 cm
24 yrs
199 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Aito Lager!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Steven Brown and Andrew Berry.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Augustus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lager wants to clinch.
Lager doesn't manage to clinch there - Augustus circles away.
Lager is looking to clinch but Augustus is avoiding it.
We've been hearing reports that Augustus has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lager tries to clinch but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus fails with the takedown.
Lager tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Augustus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.

Lager clinches with his opponent.
Lager is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Augustus to keep the fight standing.
Lager tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lager tries for a takedown. No joy.
DJ Augustus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aito Lager.
Augustus gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lager.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lager has Augustus pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Augustus manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

Augustus turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Augustus manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Lager
Lager struggling a bit here.
Augustus is staying tight to Lager's torso, preventing him from escaping.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lager manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lager felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Lager tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Augustus content to control rather than advance.
Lager is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lager regains full guard. Nicely done.
Augustus passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (7) vs (0) Lager
Augustus trying to control the position but Lager is working away.
Lager struggling a bit here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to control but Lager is keeping him busy.
Lager is looking for a sweep.
Lager can't do much from the bottom here.
Lager is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Lager's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Augustus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lager is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lager is positioning himself to get back to half guard.

Augustus is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lager knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lager prevents Augustus from improving position.
Augustus trying to control the action but Lager is working from the bottom.
Augustus working away.
Augustus passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lager!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (9) vs (0) Lager
Augustus prevents Lager from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus tries to control but Lager wriggling away.
Lager is working to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lager regains half guard.
Augustus controlling the pace.
Augustus prevents Lager from improving his position.
Lager regains full guard. Nicely done.
Augustus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Augustus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lager's guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus content to control rather than advance.
Lager wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus trying to control the pace.
Lager is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lager trying to control here.
Lager slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lager tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augustus trying to control but Lager is working from the bottom.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.
Augustus trying to control but Lager is working from the bottom.
Augustus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.

Augustus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lager has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Augustus has managed to get both his arms back between Lager's legs - danger averted.
Lager keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Lager looking to control.
Lager is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (9) vs (2) Lager
Augustus works his way to full guard. Good work.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Lager got a little sloppy there for a moment and Augustus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lager has managed to get both his arms back between Augustus 's legs - danger averted.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Lager tries to pass.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but Lager is proving a slippery customer.
Lager slips nicely into half guard.
Lager trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well.

Augustus is defending against the submission attempts here by Lager.
Augustus wants to improve his position but Lager is controlling well.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is refusing to be controlled, as Lager sits in half guard.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Lager has control of the leg.
Lager trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Lager trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well.
Lager trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Augustus is pressing down on Lager's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Augustus pulls Lager in close to prevent any damage.
Lager pushing down on Augustus 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lager tries to pass the half guard into mount. Augustus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.
Lager is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lager prevents Augustus from improving his position.
Lager tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Augustus tries to roll over but Lager keeps him under control.

Lager is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Augustus is just riding it out for now. Lager eventually gives up the hold.
Lager is pressing down on Augustus 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Augustus is holding on for now.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Lager is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lager is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Augustus works his way to full guard. Good work.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lager trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Augustus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lager is aware though and is defending well.
Lager sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Augustus 's guard.
Augustus is refusing to be controlled, as Lager sits in half guard.
Lager perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lager trying to pass the guard but Augustus defending well.
Augustus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lager is working away from the top position though.
Lager is taking a breather. Augustus says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

Lager is looking for a kimura here.
Lager prevents Augustus from improving his position.

Lager wants to work for an arm triangle but Augustus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Augustus slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Augustus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (11) vs (2) Lager
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Lager looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Augustus passes into half guard.
Augustus wants to control but Lager is keeping him busy.
Lager trying to control from the bottom.
Augustus is keen to just control but Lager is a slippery customer.

Augustus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lager is just riding it out for now. Augustus eventually gives up the hold.
Lager is not content to let Augustus control the position.

Augustus is looking for a kimura but Lager is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Augustus to get the leverage.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Lager gets full guard.

Lager looking for a guillotine here but Augustus defends easily.
Lager controlling the position.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Lager is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Lager had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Augustus defends it easily.
Augustus trying to control but Lager is working from the bottom.
Augustus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus forces his way into half guard.
Augustus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lager does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lager regains full guard. Nicely done.
Augustus trying to control but Lager is working from the bottom.
Lager looking for a sweep. Not yet Lager, not yet.
Lager controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus content to stall in guard here.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.

 

Event: TWGC 20 (185lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Feb 11, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus (ranked 22147 p4p, 734 weight class) and Daniel Brown (ranked 3969 p4p, 0 weight class). Daniel Brown is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.




187 cm
23 yrs
192 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
165 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Daniel Brown!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Hirohito Nitta and Taro Takaoka.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Augustus shoots for a double leg takedown but Brown sprawls well. He's pushed Augustus 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.

Brown drives through and clinches with Augustus against the cage.
Brown is trying to drag Augustus to the mat but Augustus just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.

Augustus lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Brown
Well, if Augustus 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.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Augustus is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus is taking a breather. Brown says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Augustus trying to control from Brown's half guard. Brown has other ideas though and has regained full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus is stalling in the full guard.

Brown working for a triangle but Augustus defends it easily.

Brown had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Augustus defends it easily.
Augustus trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.

Brown has his foot on Augustus 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Augustus works his way back into a safe position though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Brown is looking for a triangle here but Augustus uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (0) Brown
Augustus wants to take a breather but Brown manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Augustus .
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Brown had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Augustus defends it easily.

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brown is looking for a triangle but Augustus pushes his legs off easily.
Brown being controlled here, momentarily.

Brown throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Brown controls Augustus momentarily but Augustus frees himself.
Brown trying to control the position here.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus advances to half guard.
Augustus trying to control the action but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown wants to improve his position but Augustus is controlling well.

Augustus is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brown defends it well.

Brown looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Brown is trying to control but Augustus passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (8) vs (0) Brown
Augustus wants to control for a moment but Brown uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brown tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Brown is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Augustus is very close to passing his half guard.
Augustus controlling the action here.
Augustus trying to control the action but Brown is working from the bottom.

Brown actively working from the bottom here.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to take a breather but Brown is having none of it.

Augustus looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

Augustus wants to work for an arm triangle but Brown is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Brown tries to roll over but Augustus keeps him under control.
Augustus is figuring out what he wants to do next.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Augustus trying to work for an americana but Brown has managed to regain full guard.
Augustus looking to pass the guard.

Brown looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Augustus passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (11) vs (0) Brown
Brown regains half guard.
Brown moves into full guard.
Augustus works a leg free and moves into half guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus is trying to control. Brown wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Well, if Augustus 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.
Augustus stalling away here and it's allowed Brown to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brown looking to control.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Brown is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Augustus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Augustus sitting in guard here, content to control.

Brown is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Augustus 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.
Augustus postures up.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Augustus has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Brown to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Augustus is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Brown pulls down on the head and he's put Augustus to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Daniel Brown!
An out of breath Daniel Brown thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: TWGC 18 (265lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Sep 18, 2017

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Thiago Thiago (ranked 2521 p4p, 360 weight class) and DJ Augustus (ranked 23155 p4p, 0 weight class). Thiago Thiago had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business




193 cm
21 yrs
215 lbs



187 cm
21 yrs
192 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Thiago Thiago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Eliza Hachem and John Mangel.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Augustus drives through with a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Thiago (0) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thiago is keeping the position for now.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Thiago.
Augustus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Thiago is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Thiago can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Augustus controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augustus trying to control but Thiago is working from the bottom.
Augustus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Augustus stopping the sweep attempt from Thiago.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Augustus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Thiago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thiago managing to control the position.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Thiago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Augustus looking to sit in guard and control but Thiago gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thiago (2) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus trying to control the position here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Augustus is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Thiago tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.
Thiago trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thiago stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thiago not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thiago trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thiago is really struggling to control Augustus but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Augustus seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Augustus working a defensive guard here.
Thiago pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is trying to keep Thiago in close.
Thiago is stalling in the full guard.
Thiago postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus trying to control the position here.
Thiago is pushing down on Augustus 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Augustus is fighting to maintain full guard but Thiago has managed to sneak the leg through.
Thiago prevents Augustus from improving his position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Thiago frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Thiago (5) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus working to try and regain half guard.
Thiago controlling from the full mount.
Augustus tries to hold on but Thiago postures up.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is in all sorts of trouble here.
Thiago looking to control but Augustus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Augustus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Augustus tries to hold on but Thiago postures up.
Thiago tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Augustus is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Thiago controlling his opponent.
Thiago trying to control but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus wants to hold on but Thiago pushes him away.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Thiago looking to control and managing it successfully.
Augustus tries to hold on but Thiago pushes him away.
Thiago takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Augustus wants to hold on but Thiago pushes him away.
Thiago controlling the position easily from mount.
Thiago avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Thiago looking to control but Augustus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Thiago controlling the pace for now.
Thiago prevents Augustus from getting the reversal.
Augustus wants to hold on but Thiago pushes him away.
Thiago looking to control but Augustus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Augustus is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Thiago controlling from the full mount.
Augustus is working to get back to half guard.
Augustus tries to hold on but Thiago postures up.
Thiago looking to control and managing it successfully.
Augustus controls the position.
Thiago avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is looking to improve his position but Thiago isn't that keen on the idea.
Augustus wants to hold on but Thiago pushes him away.
Thiago takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Thiago tries to control but Augustus wriggling away.

Thiago goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Augustus turns into him and now he's in Thiago's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thiago (5) vs (4) Augustus
Augustus wants to control from the top but Thiago keeps moving.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Thiago keeping full guard, as Augustus tries to pass.
Augustus is still trying to improve position.
Augustus wants to control from the top but Thiago keeps moving.
Thiago is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thiago (7) vs (4) Augustus
Augustus trying to control here.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Thiago controlling the action here.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Thiago is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Thiago is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Thiago wants to pass to mount but Augustus is defending the position.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Thiago is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Augustus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Thiago sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Augustus 's guard.
Augustus won't allow Thiago to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus has his hands clasped together around Thiago's back. He's all about the action.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Thiago has control of the leg.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thiago takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
An out of breath Thiago Thiago thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: TWGC 17 (205lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 02, 2017

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Arvo Laar and DJ Augustus . Laar comes into the arena with some random 90's estonia dance song i found on youtube blaring out of the sound system. DJ Augustus acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.




182 cm
39 yrs
213 lbs



187 cm
20 yrs
192 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Arvo Laar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Ren Mimura and Kenichi Hosakawa.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Laar closes the distance and clinches.

Laar has hold of one of Augustus 's legs. Augustus is fighting the takedown attempt but Laar gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laar (2) vs (0) Augustus
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Augustus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Laar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Laar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Laar wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Laar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Laar's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (2) vs (2) Augustus

Laar looking for subs off his back but Augustus has passed one foot through into half guard.
Augustus not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Laar is looking for a sweep. Augustus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Laar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augustus is controlling the pace.
Laar tries to get to full guard but Augustus has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Augustus in particular looking to stall.
Augustus is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Laar (2) vs (5) Augustus

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Laar is wriggling around trying to escape.
Augustus controlling from mount.

Augustus goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Laar turns into him and now he's in Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (4) vs (5) Augustus

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Laar drops back looking for a leg! Augustus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Augustus manages to kick Laar off! Laar jumps back into Augustus 's guard.
Laar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Laar trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to sweep here but Laar controlling him for the moment.
Laar wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus controlling the position.
Laar wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.
Augustus is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laar looking to pass the guard.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Laar from controlling successfully.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laar is looking to pass into half guard but Augustus pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Augustus is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (4) vs (7) Augustus
Augustus preventing the sweep.
Augustus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Laar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Laar being controlled here, momentarily.

Augustus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Laar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Augustus has managed to get both his arms back between Laar's legs - danger averted.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Augustus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Laar manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Augustus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (6) vs (7) Augustus
Laar advances to half guard.

Laar is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Laar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Augustus keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Let's hope that Augustus 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.
Augustus gets back to full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Laar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Augustus has control of Laar's left arm, preventing Laar from doing any damage.
Augustus looking to control.
Laar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Laar postures up.

Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laar defends it easily.
Laar trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Laar looking to pass the guard.
Augustus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (6) vs (9) Augustus

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Laar looking for a sweep. Not yet Laar, not yet.
Augustus content to stall in guard here.

Laar has his foot on Augustus 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Augustus works his way back into a safe position though.

Laar has an active guard here but Augustus has managed to pass into half guard.
Augustus trying to pass the guard but Laar defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Augustus in particular looking to stall.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Laar looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laar holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Augustus trying to control the pace.

Laar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augustus trying to mount his opponent but Laar defends it.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Laar keeps working.
Laar is holding on to half guard well.
Augustus controlling the action here.
Laar is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Augustus 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Augustus 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Laar (10) vs (9) Augustus
Augustus wants to escape the position.
Augustus rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Augustus trying to control here.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is concentrating on defense, preventing Laar from advancing position.
Augustus trying to control but Laar postures up.
Laar tries to pass to full mount but Augustus defends it.
Augustus is trying to control but can't.
Augustus is refusing to be controlled, as Laar sits in half guard.
Augustus won't allow Laar to pass to mount.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Laar has control of the leg.
Laar working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Augustus 's thigh. Augustus counters though and makes it back to full guard.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Laar passes Augustus 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Laar is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Augustus manages to get to full guard.
Laar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Laar trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Laar tries to pass.
Laar has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Augustus is pulling down on Laar's head to control his posture.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Laar postures up.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Laar from controlling successfully.
Laar trying to move into half guard but instead Augustus has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (10) vs (11) Augustus
Augustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laar is keeping the position for now.
Augustus is looking to pass into half guard but Laar pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Laar is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laar (12) vs (11) Augustus
Augustus is controlling Laar's posture.
Laar wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Laar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Augustus keeping moving, preventing Laar from controlling successfully.
Laar advances to half guard.
Augustus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laar stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .
Augustus trying to control the position.
Laar tries to free his leg and advance position but Augustus is retaining full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Laar takes the fight on points by 12 to 11.
After the fight, Arvo Laar was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 3     
Date:   May 04, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus and Ethan Carter Williams. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




187 cm
20 yrs
192 lbs



182 cm
30 yrs
198 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Ethan Carter Williams!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Steve Montenegro and Jonathan Paton.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Augustus gets tackled into the cage by Williams. Williams maintains the clinch.
Williams tries to score a body lock takedown but Augustus shows good agility there to stay on his feet.

Augustus gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Williams
Augustus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams keeps control of the position for the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Williams 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.
Augustus seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus prevents Williams from improving his position.
Augustus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Augustus seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Williams is looking to improve his position.
Williams keeping hold of Augustus 's head, controlling as best he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Williams trying to control but Augustus postures up.
Augustus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Williams is holding on to half guard well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Augustus in particular looking to stall.
Williams is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams trying to hold on to Augustus 's head to control him but Augustus postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Augustus in particular looking to stall.
Augustus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Williams for as long as he can get away with.
Augustus trying to control the action but Williams is working from the bottom.
Augustus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams is refusing to be controlled, as Augustus sits in half guard.
Augustus is stalling here. Williams is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Augustus seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Williams has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (2) vs (4) Williams
Williams controls the position.
My spies in Midnight MMA inform me that Williams has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Williams's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Augustus struggling a bit here.
Augustus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Williams is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Williams seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Augustus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Augustus tries to roll over but Williams keeps him under control.
Augustus is concentrating on defense, preventing Williams from advancing position.
Williams with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Williams tries to pass the half guard into mount. Augustus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Williams is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Williams is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is doing well to control the position and prevent Williams from advancing to side control.
Williams perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

Williams seems to be looking for submissions.
Williams prevents Augustus from improving his position.
Augustus trying to control here.
Williams is controlling the pace.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Williams has control of the leg.
Augustus controlling the position well.
Augustus trying to control from the bottom.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Augustus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Augustus being controlled here, momentarily.
Williams must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Williams postures up.
Augustus is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (4) vs (4) Williams
Augustus trying to mount his opponent but Williams defends it.
Augustus is working hard here to advance position.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Williams keeps working.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Augustus sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Williams keeps working.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Williams is trying to get back to full guard.
Williams is still trying to improve position.
Williams trying to control from the bottom.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Williams is looking to improve his position.
Augustus moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (7) vs (4) Williams
A bit of a lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Williams's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Augustus trying to control the action but Williams is working from the bottom.
Williams is looking to reverse the position.
Augustus working away.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control the position but Williams is working away.
Augustus tries to advance to mount but Williams denies him.
Williams is looking for a sweep.
Williams keeps trying to improve his position.
Augustus trying to control the action but Williams is working from the bottom.
Augustus controlling from side mount.
Williams is looking to regain half guard here but Augustus keeps moving and retains side control.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controls the position from side control.
Williams is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Williams struggling a bit here.
Williams tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controlling from side mount.
Williams is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Augustus content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Williams is not content to let Augustus control the position.
Williams can't do much from the bottom here.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Williams keeps working.
Augustus tries to advance to mount but Williams denies him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Williams is trying to improve his position.
Williams is trying to control Augustus 's posture but Augustus avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
DJ Augustus is the new middleweight champion!

 

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2     
Date:   May 03, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rubens Charles and DJ Augustus . DJ Augustus told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!




170 cm
18 yrs
161 lbs



187 cm
20 yrs
192 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Rubens Charles! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus !
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Franklyn Lucas and Bruno Lombardi.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Charles is defended easily by Augustus .
Charles misses with a takedown

and Augustus counters with a single leg into guard. Charles didn't expect that.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Charles (0) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Augustus is looking to pass into half guard but Charles pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Charles is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Charles (2) vs (2) Augustus
Augustus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Augustus 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.
Charles sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Augustus 's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus wants to sweep but Charles has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Charles (5) vs (2) Augustus

Charles thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Augustus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Charles off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Charles (5) vs (6) Augustus

Augustus working for the choke.
Augustus is not going to allow Charles to sit and survive in this position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Augustus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Charles can't escape the position.
Good control from Augustus .

That's four minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Augustus 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.
Charles tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus is continuing to stall.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Charles trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Charles is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Augustus .

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Charles just trying to survive but Augustus is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Augustus is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
The adventures of Augustus the control monster continue. Boring.

Augustus is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Charles has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Charles trying to control the hands but Augustus breaks the grip.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Augustus biding his time, looking for the opening.
I really don't envy Charles right now.
Augustus gets his hands free as Charles looks to control.
What can Charles do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Charles might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is not going to allow Charles to sit and survive in this position.
Augustus has the hooks in. Charles is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Augustus biding his time, controlling Charles.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Charles is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Good control from Augustus .

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Augustus looking for the choke but no joy.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Charles.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Well, with Augustus on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Charles is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus wins on points by 6 to 5.

 

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   May 02, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus and Red Cup. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




187 cm
20 yrs
192 lbs



190 cm
23 yrs
183 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Red Cup!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Russell Pearce and Bruno Lombardi.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Cup fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Augustus avoids it really well and circles away.
Cup displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Augustus .

Cup looking to score a takedown here. Augustus is defending well but Cup drives through and ends up in Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (0) vs (2) Cup
Cup wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Augustus pulls Cup in to control the position.
Augustus wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cup looking to pass the guard.
Augustus is pulling down on Cup's head. It's preventing any offense from Cup, at least for the moment.
Cup is stalling in the full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cup's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Cup
Augustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cup is retaining full guard.
Augustus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cup holds on and takes a little breather.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cup keeping moving, preventing Augustus from controlling successfully.
Augustus sitting in guard, not really doing much.

Cup has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Augustus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Cup is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Augustus is aware though and is defending well.
Augustus passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (2) Cup
Augustus advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (7) vs (2) Cup

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Augustus controlling the pace for now.
Augustus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control but Cup is having none of it.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Augustus fails to advance to Cup's back.
Augustus controlling from mount.
Cup is controlling an arm, preventing Augustus from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Cup is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Augustus controlling the position easily from mount.
Cup has given up his back here. Will Augustus look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (10) vs (2) Cup
Cup is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Augustus trying to control.
Cup trying to control the hands but Augustus breaks the grip.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controlling the position well here. Cup rolled but Augustus kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Augustus is looking to control Cup but Cup is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Augustus avoiding Cup 's attempts to control his hands.
Augustus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Cup's body.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Cup trying to control the hands but Augustus breaks the grip.
Cup tries to escape but Augustus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Augustus slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Augustus tries to keep control of the position but Cup is staying busy.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Augustus is hanging on to Cup's back as he tries to escape.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augustus gets his hands free as Cup looks to control.
Cup prevents Augustus from getting a body triangle.
Cup is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Cup trying to control the hands but Augustus won't let him.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Cup's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Augustus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Cup's body.
Cup trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

Augustus looking for the RNC.
Cup is trying to break free.
Cup is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Augustus off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Augustus is riding his opponent, not letting Cup buck him off.
Augustus is looking to control Cup but Cup is wriggling around and keeping busy.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
I would not like to be Cup right now.
Cup tries to escape but Augustus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Cup.
A lull in the action here.
Cup trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus has good solid back control here.
Cup wants to control his opponent's hands but Augustus gets his hands free.
I would not like to be Cup right now.
Cup staying busy and making it hard for Augustus to control.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Cup.
Cup wants to escape the position.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Cup.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Augustus .
Cup can't escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Augustus tries to keep control of the position but Cup is staying busy.
Cup trying to control but not successfully.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controls the position.
Augustus continues to hold on tight.

Cup defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Cup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
In defeat, Red Cup stepped up to the mic, saying 'That wasn't fun.'.

 

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2     
Date:   Apr 24, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus and Judge LaCrosse. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!




187 cm
20 yrs
192 lbs



194 cm
23 yrs
198 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Judge LaCrosse!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, William Peck and Steve Smith.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

LaCrosse has closed the distance and engaged Augustus in a clinch.
LaCrosse gets underhooks to prevent Augustus 's takedown attempt.

LaCrosse turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and LaCrosse manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (0) vs (4) LaCrosse
Augustus is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Augustus wants to improve his position but LaCrosse is controlling well.
Augustus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Augustus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus controlling the position.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but LaCrosse is one step ahead there.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is pulling down on LaCrosse's head to control his posture.
Augustus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Augustus continues to stall.
Augustus looking to hit a scissor sweep but LaCrosse is one step ahead there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
LaCrosse looking to pass the guard.
LaCrosse postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Augustus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Augustus holds on and takes a little breather.
Augustus is trying to keep LaCrosse in close.
Augustus pulls LaCrosse in close to prevent any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is trying to control the position but LaCrosse postures up.
Augustus pulls LaCrosse in close to prevent any damage.
Augustus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Augustus is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (4) LaCrosse
LaCrosse wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but LaCrosse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Augustus .
LaCrosse wants to sweep here but Augustus controlling him for the moment.
LaCrosse controlling Augustus 's posture.
Augustus is stalling in the full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus stands and throws LaCrosse's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (5) vs (4) LaCrosse
Augustus is looking to take a break and control but LaCrosse is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Augustus advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (7) vs (4) LaCrosse
LaCrosse is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Augustus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control but LaCrosse is having none of it.
Augustus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
LaCrosse can't escape the position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Augustus tries to control but LaCrosse wriggling away.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
LaCrosse is controlling an arm, preventing Augustus from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
LaCrosse wants to control but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus tries to push LaCrosse's head away but LaCrosse is holding on tight.
Augustus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
LaCrosse felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Augustus controlling the pace for now.
Further stalling from Augustus .
Augustus wants to control the pace but LaCrosse is squirming around nicely.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
LaCrosse wants to control but Augustus is having none of it.
LaCrosse has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (10) vs (4) LaCrosse
LaCrosse is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Augustus is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Augustus tries to keep control of the position but LaCrosse is staying busy.
LaCrosse is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Augustus off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Augustus has good solid back control here.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Augustus keeps control of the position easily here as LaCrosse tries to buck him off.
Augustus trying to control.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
LaCrosse just trying to survive but Augustus is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Augustus trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Augustus keeps control of the position easily here as LaCrosse tries to buck him off.
LaCrosse prevents Augustus from getting a body triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.

 

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Apr 23, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus and Jason Landings. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.




187 cm
19 yrs
192 lbs



187 cm
23 yrs
178 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jason Landings!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Steve Smith.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Augustus gets the takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Augustus (4) vs (0) Landings
Augustus controlling from side mount.
Landings tries to improve position but can't.
Landings is trying to escape the position but Augustus is controlling the position.
Landings tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Augustus controls the position from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Augustus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Landings for as long as he can get away with.
Landings can't do much from the bottom here.
Augustus controls the position.
Landings tries to buck Augustus off but Augustus is having none of it.
Augustus gets to mount! Landings was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (6) vs (0) Landings
Landings tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augustus looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Landings tries to reverse the position but Augustus maintains control.
Augustus fails to take his opponent's back.
Augustus controlling the position easily from mount.
Landings has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (9) vs (0) Landings

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Landings looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Augustus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Landings.
Landings tries to escape but Augustus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
We've been hearing good reports from Augustus 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

Landings fending off the submission attempt from Augustus .
Augustus controls the position.
Augustus is hanging on to Landings's back as he tries to escape.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Augustus controlling well, preventing Landings from escaping the position.
We've been informed that Landings has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Augustus is not going to allow Landings to sit and survive in this position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Landings is defending well though. Augustus let's go of the attempt for now.
Augustus has the hooks in. Landings is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Landings is still trying to improve position.
Landings wants to control his opponent's hands but Augustus gets his hands free.
Augustus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Landings's body.
Landings is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Augustus off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Landings tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is riding his opponent, not letting Landings buck him off.
Landings rolls, trying to escape but Augustus keeps control of the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Landings looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Augustus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Landings's body.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Augustus .
Augustus is trying to stick to Landings's back but Landings is turning into Augustus . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Augustus 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Landings.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (9) vs (2) Landings
Augustus keeping full guard, as Landings tries to pass.
Landings stopping the sweep attempt from Augustus .

Landings drops back, looking for a kneebar! Augustus looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Augustus looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Augustus !
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Augustus (13) vs (2) Landings
Augustus controls the position from side control.
Landings wants to control but Augustus postures up.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augustus has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Landings!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (15) vs (2) Landings
Augustus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Landings is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Augustus controlling the position easily from mount.
Augustus continues to hold on tight.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Landings is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Augustus prevents Landings from getting the reversal.
Augustus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Landings keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Augustus content just to control the position here.
Landings tries to control the position but Augustus now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Augustus (18) vs (2) Landings

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Augustus biding his time, controlling Landings.
Landings tries to roll but Augustus sticks to his back.
Augustus is riding his opponent, not letting Landings buck him off.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is persistently looking for the submission but Landings is defending it well.
I really don't envy Landings right now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Landings is in bad spot here.
Landings is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Augustus controlling well, preventing Landings from escaping the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Augustus controlling the positon.
Landings wants to control his opponent's hands but Augustus gets his hands free.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Landings is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Landings might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Augustus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Augustus controlling well, preventing Landings from escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Landings tries to break free.
Augustus biding his time, controlling Landings.
You can see the frustration on Landings's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Augustus continues to stall.
Augustus not allowing Landings to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus has good solid back control here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.

 

Event: TWGC 14 (265lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 21, 2016

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between DJ Augustus and Calvin Duran. Duran has chosen Seven devils - Florence as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




187 cm
18 yrs
192 lbs



185 cm
43 yrs
193 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; DJ Augustus ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Calvin Duran!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Augustus shoots in and gets a takedown into Duran's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (0) Duran
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Augustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Duran is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Augustus pushing down on Duran's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

Augustus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Augustus is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duran is controlling Augustus 's position as best he can from this difficult position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Augustus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Duran does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Duran controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.

Augustus is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Duran as he works his way to full guard.
Duran looking to hit a scissor sweep but Augustus is one step ahead there.
Duran is controlling Augustus 's posture.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Duran bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Augustus 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Augustus (2) vs (2) Duran
Augustus is trying to keep Duran in close.
Duran controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Duran pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.

Augustus has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Duran can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Augustus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Duran defends it easily.
Augustus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augustus trying to keep a closed guard but Duran is proving a slippery customer.
Augustus looking for a sweep. Not yet Augustus , not yet.
Duran controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augustus is trying to keep Duran in close.
Augustus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Duran is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Duran controlling from the top position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Duran's corner is telling him to maintain position.

Augustus looking for a guillotine here but Duran defends easily.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Augustus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Duran stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Augustus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Duran passes Augustus 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Duran prevents Augustus from improving his position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to control the action here but instead Duran manages to pass to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (2) vs (5) Duran
Augustus gets back to half guard.
Augustus wants to get back to full guard.
Augustus is trying to control but Duran passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (2) vs (8) Duran
Augustus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Duran wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Duran has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Augustus !
Score +2 for reaching mount: Augustus (2) vs (10) Duran
Augustus is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Duran controlling the pace for now.
Duran avoids the attempt from Augustus to control.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Duran controlling from the full mount.
Let's hope that Duran 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.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augustus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Duran content just to control the position here.
Augustus can't escape the position.
Augustus wants to hold on but Duran pushes him away.
Duran looking to control and managing it successfully.
Augustus working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Duran controlling the position easily from mount.
Duran's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Augustus working to try and regain half guard.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Augustus wants to control but Duran is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Duran is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it.
Augustus is trying to control but can't.
Duran content to control rather than advance.
Duran trying to mount his opponent but Augustus defends it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Augustus wants to control but Duran is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Augustus tries to roll over but Duran keeps him under control.
Augustus trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Augustus (2) vs (13) Duran
Augustus is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus tries to hold on but Duran pushes him away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Duran wins on points by 13 to 2.
Calvin Duran thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 08, 2016
#R1#
Augustus closes the distance but Shinawatra moves to the side
enabling Shinawatra to counter with a crisp jab.
Shinawatra misses with a jab, cross combination.
Augustus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shinawatra manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Augustus is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Shinawatra throws a right and a left that Augustus avoids nicely.
Augustus shoots and misses
and Shinawatra cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Shinawatra lands with a nice body punch.
Augustus shoots and misses
enabling Shinawatra to counter with a crisp jab.
Shinawatra throws a monster overhand right that drops Augustus ! Shinawatra follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jaidee Shinawatra!
A relieved looking Jaidee Shinawatra thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

 
 
 
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