 |
Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
|
Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gerard Geeson (ranked 22314 p4p, 0 weight class) and Misko Raznatovic (ranked 7478 p4p, 635 weight class). Geeson comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Bloodline. Gerard Geeson has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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 2 wins and 3 losses; Gerard Geeson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Misko Raznatovic!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, William Peck and Elvis Blanc.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Raznatovic can't get the takedown.
Raznatovic has picked Geeson up - he's going for a ride! Raznatovic dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Geeson (0) vs (2) Raznatovic
Geeson is trying to maintain the position but Raznatovic is very close to passing his half guard.
Geeson wants to improve his position but Raznatovic is controlling well.
Raznatovic is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Geeson still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Geeson has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Geeson (4) vs (2) Raznatovic
Geeson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Raznatovic is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Geeson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Geeson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Raznatovic rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Geeson's guard! Nice work there by Raznatovic! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (4) vs (4) Raznatovic
Geeson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Raznatovic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Raznatovic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Geeson is looking for a triangle but Raznatovic pushes his legs off easily.
Raznatovic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Geeson keeping full guard, as Raznatovic tries to pass.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Geeson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Raznatovic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Raznatovic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Geeson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Raznatovic has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Geeson (4) vs (7) Raznatovic
Raznatovic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Geeson rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Raznatovic's guard! Nice work there by Geeson! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (6) vs (7) Raznatovic
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Raznatovic keeps moving.
Raznatovic has his foot on Geeson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Geeson works his way back into a safe position though.
Raznatovic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Raznatovic is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Raznatovic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Geeson controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Raznatovic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Geeson looking to sit in guard and control but Raznatovic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (6) vs (9) Raznatovic
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Geeson wants to control but Raznatovic passes easily into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Raznatovic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Raznatovic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Geeson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Geeson trying to hold on to Raznatovic's head to control him but Raznatovic postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Raznatovic maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Geeson could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Raznatovic has cracked it and Geeson is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Raznatovic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Misko Raznatovic! |
|
|
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Geeson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Rome controlling the position for now.
Geeson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Rome is squirming around, avoiding Geeson's attempts to control the action.
Rome bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rome controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rome preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB#
Geeson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rome wants to pass the guard but Geeson is keeping the position.
Rome is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rome stands up over Geeson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rome tries to free his leg and advance position but Geeson is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Geeson looking for a guillotine here but Rome defends easily.
Rome really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Geeson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Geeson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rome passes Geeson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Geeson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rome working the head and body with strikes.
Rome slips a nice elbow through Geeson's hands, connecting with Geeson's forehead.
Rome trying to control the pace.
Rome prevents Geeson from improving his position.
Rome with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Rome looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rome moves into full mount! Geeson won't be happy about that!
Rome avoids the attempt from Geeson to control.
Rome in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
BOOM! Rome connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Rome controlling the position easily from mount.
Rome putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Rome looking to finish Geeson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Geeson!#SUB2#
Rome looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Rome is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Geeson is surviving well by controlling Rome's body position as best he can.
Rome landing strikes from the mount.
Rome tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Geeson gets back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Geeson tries to kick Rome off but Rome keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Rome looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rome is taking a breather. Geeson 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jake Rome dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rome shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD#
Geeson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rome quickly recovers to half guard.
Rome wants to control but Geeson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rome can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Geeson is working for a submission of some sort.
Geeson wants to free his trapped foot but Rome is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rome moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rome looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there.
Rome pulls Geeson in to control the position. #T1#
Rome looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there.
Geeson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rome looking for a sweep. Not yet Rome, not yet.
Rome is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Rome has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rome throws a nice elbow from the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD#
Geeson feints and as Rome raises his hands in defense, Geeson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rome tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rome has his hands on Geeson's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Rome had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Geeson defends it easily.
Rome controlling Geeson's posture.
Jake Rome has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Rome keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Geeson being controlled here momentarily.
Rome 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.
Rome looks to score with a jab to the body but Geeson is just out of range.#TD#
Geeson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Rome looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there. #T4#
Rome keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Geeson is really struggling to control Rome but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rome has his hands on Geeson's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Geeson stopping the sweep attempt from Rome.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerard Geeson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Rome. Geeson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jake Rome seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rome throws a head kick but Geeson moves out of range.
Rome throws a body shot but no joy.
Geeson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rome looks for a takedown but Geeson sprawls well.
Rome throws a hook but Geeson avoids it easily.
Geeson feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Geeson tries to sprawl but Rome drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Geeson actively working from the bottom here.
Rome is thwarting Geeson's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rome controlling the action here.
Geeson trying to hold on to Rome's head to control him but Rome postures up.
#T1#
Rome lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Geeson actively working from the bottom here.
Rome scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ground and pound from Rome.
Rome trying to control the pace.
Let's hope that Rome 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.
Rome is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Rome takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Geeson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rome seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Geeson wants to control but Rome is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Rome is trying to work for a kimura but Geeson is defending well.
Rome perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Rome.
Rome is thwarting Geeson's attempts to control the position.
Rome tries to pass the half guard into mount. Geeson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rome misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Geeson.
Geeson slips a straight right by Rome.
Rome misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD2#
Rome fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Geeson to the ground. Rome is now in Geeson's guard.
Geeson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rome's guard. #REVR#
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Rome is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Geeson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rome is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
Rome tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Rome looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rome is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Rome keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Jake Rome comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rome has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jake Rome!
Jake Rome 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:
TWGC 18 (170lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 18, 2017 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Roman Bosski (ranked 7336 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gerard Geeson (ranked 23370 p4p, 0 weight class). Bosski comes to the cage accompanied by Elektryczne Gitary - Wszystko chuj. Geeson has chosen Slayer - Bloodline as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Roman Bosski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Gerard Geeson!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Bosski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Geeson shoots and misses
and Bosski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bosski.
Bosski is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Roman Bosski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gerard Geeson.
Bosski jumps guard.
Bosski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Bosski keeps moving.
Bosski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bosski controls Geeson momentarily but Geeson frees himself.
Geeson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bosski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bosski has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bosski (2) vs (0) Geeson
That's one minute gone in the round.
Geeson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bosski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Geeson can't keep his opponent in guard - Bosski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bosski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Geeson works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bosski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bosski sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bosski pushing down on Geeson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bosski performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Geeson is trying to control but can't.
Bosski is working for an americana but Geeson has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Bosski was thinking about the submission.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bosski forces his way into half guard.
Bosski is trying to control the action in half guard but Geeson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Geeson wants to get back to full guard.
Geeson is defending against the submission attempts here by Bosski.
The fighters are battling for position here. Geeson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Geeson looks winded!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bosski sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Geeson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bosski is aware though and is defending well.
Bosski slips nicely into half guard.
Bosski controlling the action here.
Bosski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Geeson! Score +3 for passing guard: Bosski (5) vs (0) Geeson
Bosski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bosski wants to control the pace but Geeson is squirming around nicely.
Bosski wants to control but instead Geeson manages to regain half guard.
Bosski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Geeson is just riding it out for now. Bosski eventually gives up the hold.
Bosski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bosski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Geeson is just riding it out for now. Bosski eventually gives up the hold.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bosski is taking a breather. Geeson 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.
Bosski wants to control but Geeson is keeping him busy.
Bosski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Geeson looking for submissions off his back.
Geeson wants to control but Bosski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bosski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bosski wants to take a breather but Geeson is having none of it.
Geeson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bosski pulls his head out easily.
Bosski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Geeson! Score +3 for passing guard: Bosski (8) vs (0) Geeson
Bosski tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bosski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Geeson is looking to escape.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bosski controlling the pace for now.
Bosski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bosski with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Bosski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Geeson is trying desperately to improve position.
Bosski content just to control the position here.
Bosski goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Geeson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bosski (8) vs (2) Geeson
Bosski is pulling down on Geeson's head. It's preventing any offense from Geeson, at least for the moment.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bosski working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Bosski trying to control the position.
Bosski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Geeson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Geeson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Geeson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bosski controlling Geeson's posture.
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bosski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Bosski's legs - danger averted.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bosski wants to sweep but no luck.
Geeson trying to control but Bosski is working from the bottom.
Bosski controls Geeson momentarily but Geeson frees himself.
Geeson stopping the sweep attempt from Bosski.
Bosski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Geeson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bosski is controlling Geeson's posture.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bosski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bosski has Geeson pulled in close to control his posture.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bosski is trying to keep Geeson in close.
Bosski keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Bosski has his hands on Geeson's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bosski has his feet on Geeson's thighs here. He's pushed Geeson off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Geeson screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Bosski! |
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 11, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Alexei Erschov and Gerard Geeson. Geeson has chosen Slayer - Bloodline as his entrance music. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Alexei Erschov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Gerard Geeson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Ackerman and James Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice sprawl there from Geeson as Erschov shoots in.
Erschov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Erschov (2) vs (0) Geeson
Erschov has gone for a leg lock! Geeson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Erschov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Erschov (2) vs (2) Geeson
We've been hearing good reports from Erschov'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.
Erschov is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Geeson trying to control but Erschov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Erschov wants to sweep here but Geeson controlling him for the moment.
Erschov pushes a forearm under Geeson's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Geeson is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alexei Erschov! |
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Jul 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gerard Geeson and Daniel Wagner. Geeson comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Bloodline. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Gerard Geeson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Daniel Wagner!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wagner takes the fight into the clinch.
Geeson can't get the takedown.
Geeson goes for a takedown attempt but Wagner pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wagner pushes Geeson up against the cage in a clinch.
Wagner gets control of Geeson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Wagner will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Wagner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wagner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Wagner is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wagner manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Wagner's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wagner working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wagner has his hands on Geeson's head, controlling the position.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Geeson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wagner is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wagner has his foot on Geeson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Geeson works his way back into a safe position though.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Geeson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Wagner is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Wagner has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (0) vs (2) Wagner
Wagner looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wagner trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Geeson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (2) vs (2) Wagner
Wagner is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Geeson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wagner looking for a guillotine here but Geeson defends easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wagner controlling Geeson's posture.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Wagner keeps moving.
Wagner managing to control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Wagner controls Geeson momentarily but Geeson frees himself.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Wagner is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wagner manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Wagner's guard.
Wagner really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Geeson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Geeson being controlled here momentarily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Wagner keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Geeson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Geeson trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom.
Wagner wants to sweep but no luck.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Geeson stays in close to Wagner's body and controls the position.
Wagner working a defensive guard here.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wagner working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wagner keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Wagner working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Geeson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Geeson trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom.
Wagner looking to control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Wagner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wagner looking to control.
Geeson 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.
Wagner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wagner keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Wagner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Geeson is fighting to break Wagner's control of his arms but Wagner is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Geeson trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom.
Wagner pulls Geeson in close to prevent any damage.
Geeson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Geeson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Geeson trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom.
Wagner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wagner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Geeson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wagner manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Geeson has Wagner in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (2) vs (4) Wagner
Wagner trying to control the position from guard on top but Geeson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Wagner wants to pass the guard but Geeson is keeping the position.
Geeson pushes a forearm under Wagner's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Wagner is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gerard Geeson! |
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gerard Geeson and Dan Trumpsfeld. Geeson comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Bloodline. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Gerard Geeson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Dan Trumpsfeld!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Emerson Jorge and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Geeson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Trumpsfeld to the mat! Trumpsfeld manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Geeson (2) vs (0) Trumpsfeld
Trumpsfeld working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Geeson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Geeson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Geeson 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.
Trumpsfeld looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Trumpsfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Geeson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Geeson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Geeson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Trumpsfeld is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trumpsfeld manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Trumpsfeld's guard.
Trumpsfeld has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Geeson trying to control but Trumpsfeld is working from the bottom.
Trumpsfeld really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Geeson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Trumpsfeld looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there.
Trumpsfeld keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trumpsfeld has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Geeson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Trumpsfeld is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Trumpsfeld escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trumpsfeld keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Trumpsfeld is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Trumpsfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Trumpsfeld is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trumpsfeld manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Trumpsfeld's guard.
Geeson is breathing heavily.
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trumpsfeld has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Trumpsfeld's legs - danger averted.
Trumpsfeld keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Trumpsfeld can do anything to dispel that myth.
Trumpsfeld 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.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Trumpsfeld keeps moving.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Geeson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Geeson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Trumpsfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trumpsfeld escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trumpsfeld has his foot on Geeson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Geeson works his way back into a safe position though.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Trumpsfeld keeps moving.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trumpsfeld looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Trumpsfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Trumpsfeld keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Trumpsfeld looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Trumpsfeld had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Geeson defends it easily.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Trumpsfeld had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Geeson defends it easily.
Geeson trying to control but Trumpsfeld is working from the bottom.
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trumpsfeld has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Trumpsfeld's legs - danger averted.
Trumpsfeld looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Geeson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Trumpsfeld keeps moving.
Trumpsfeld looking for a guillotine here but Geeson defends easily.
Trumpsfeld working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Geeson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Geeson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Trumpsfeld is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trumpsfeld manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Trumpsfeld's guard.
Trumpsfeld working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Geeson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Geeson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Trumpsfeld escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trumpsfeld escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trumpsfeld has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Trumpsfeld's legs - danger averted.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Trumpsfeld escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Geeson trying to control but Trumpsfeld is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Geeson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Trumpsfeld keeping moving, preventing Geeson from controlling successfully.
Trumpsfeld has his foot on Geeson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Geeson works his way back into a safe position though.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
Trumpsfeld is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Trumpsfeld is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Geeson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Geeson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Geeson won't allow Trumpsfeld to sweep him here.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Trumpsfeld keeps moving.
Geeson drops back looking for a leg! Trumpsfeld is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trumpsfeld manages to kick Geeson off! Geeson jumps back into Trumpsfeld's guard.
Trumpsfeld 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.
Trumpsfeld throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Trumpsfeld is looking for a triangle but Geeson pushes his legs off easily.
Trumpsfeld is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Geeson is aware though and is defending well.
Trumpsfeld looking for a guillotine here but Geeson defends easily.
Geeson 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.
Trumpsfeld has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Geeson won't allow Trumpsfeld to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Geeson takes the fight on points by 2 to 0. |
|
|
|
Event:
OFC 276: Aquarius
Date: Apr 12, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Geeson shoots in and bounces Zelboraf off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Geeson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Zelboraf keeps moving. #SU2#
Geeson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Geeson shoots in and gets a takedown into Zelboraf's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zelboraf working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
#SUB#
Zelboraf is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Geeson chips away with some ground and pound.#T1##SUB#
Zelboraf is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Geeson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zelboraf's head.#SUB#
Zelboraf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zelboraf is on top in guard.
#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Geeson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zelboraf doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zelboraf manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Zelboraf has gone for a leg lock! Geeson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Zelboraf's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zelboraf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Zelboraf's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Geeson lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Zelboraf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.#SUB#
Zelboraf had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Geeson defends it easily.#SUB#
Zelboraf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Zelboraf escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Geeson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Geeson working some strikes from top position.
Zelboraf 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.
Geeson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Zelboraf looking for a guillotine here but Geeson defends easily.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Zelboraf keeps moving.
Geeson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zelboraf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Zelboraf's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Zelboraf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.#T4##SUB#
Zelboraf had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Geeson defends it easily.#SUB2#
Geeson 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#
Zelboraf has his foot on Geeson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Geeson works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Geeson stands up over Zelboraf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Geeson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Geeson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Zelboraf is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Geeson is aware though and is defending well.
Geeson stands up over Zelboraf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerard Geeson dominated that round.
That's time! Zelboraf's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Geeson tries for a takedown but Zelboraf circles away easily
enabling Zelboraf to counter with a crisp jab.
Geeson fails with the takedown
and Zelboraf counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Geeson shoots in for a takedown but Zelboraf shows good takedown defense.
Vemurafenib Zelboraf has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gerard Geeson.
Geeson misses with a takedown attempt - Zelboraf sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
It looked like Zelboraf was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left and a right from Zelboraf both land. Nice combination.
Geeson is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Geeson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zelboraf tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Geeson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zelboraf keeps working.
Zelboraf tries to bench press Geeson off him but Geeson keeps the position.
Zelboraf manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Zelboraf is pressing down on Geeson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Zelboraf looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zelboraf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Zelboraf's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Zelboraf working for a triangle but Geeson defends it easily.
#SUB#
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zelboraf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Zelboraf's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB#
Zelboraf looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Zelboraf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Zelboraf looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zelboraf tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Zelboraf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Geeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Geeson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zelboraf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Geeson has managed to get both his arms back between Zelboraf's legs - danger averted.#T3##SUB#
Zelboraf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Geeson defends well.
Geeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Zelboraf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Zelboraf has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Geeson doesn't defend quickly enough and Zelboraf has managed to lock this one up! Can Geeson escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Zelboraf on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vemurafenib Zelboraf!
Vemurafenib Zelboraf got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'
|
|
|
|
Event:
OFC 264: Interstellar
Date: Mar 03, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Geeson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Arthur to the mat! Arthur manages to get full guard.
Arthur wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Arthur is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Geeson working a defensive guard here.
Arthur must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Arthur's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Arthur stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Geeson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Arthur keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Geeson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Arthur defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arthur content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Geeson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Arthur can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Arthur stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Geeson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arthur forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arthur is looking to advance position but Geeson won't allow it.
Arthur is controlling the pace.
Geeson trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Geeson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arthur is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Arthur wants to free his trapped foot but Geeson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Geeson trying to control here.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Gerard Geeson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Arthur closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T3#
Arthur controlling from side mount.
Arthur tries to move into full mount but can't pass Geeson's legs. #SUB2#
Arthur working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Geeson stops Arthur from passing to mount. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Arthur tries for a kimura but Geeson is defending well.
A lull in the action here as Arthur stalls from top position.
Arthur trying to control the action but Geeson is working from the bottom.
Geeson tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Geeson prevents Arthur from moving into mount.
Arthur advances to full mount.
Geeson is breathing heavily.
Arthur trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Servant Arthur dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Arthur scores with a takedown into Geeson's guard.
Arthur passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Arthur controls the position.
Geeson stops Arthur from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Geeson's face as Arthur controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Geeson struggling a bit here.
Geeson is not content to let Arthur control the position.
Arthur has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The referee asks Arthur politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Arthur prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Arthur wants to control but Geeson is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Arthur is trying to get an arm triangle but Geeson is defending well.
Arthur works to advance to full mount. Geeson defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB2#
Arthur is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Geeson is surviving well by controlling Arthur's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Arthur has control of Geeson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Geeson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Arthur can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Geeson is looking to escape. #T2#
Geeson regains half guard.
Arthur looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Arthur wants to work for an arm triangle but Geeson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Geeson tries to roll over but Arthur keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3#
Let's hope that Arthur 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.
Servant Arthur has got the better of the ground game so far.
Arthur's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Geeson wants to improve his position but Arthur is controlling well.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Arthur is working for a submission of some sort.
Arthur takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Arthur as Geeson shoots in.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Arthur manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Geeson on his heels. He'll look to pass Geeson's guard now, I'm sure.
Arthur looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Servant Arthur 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##TD2#
Arthur is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Geeson's half guard.#ES#
Geeson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Arthur is on him like a limpet, forcing Geeson back against the cage.
Geeson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD2#
Arthur jumps into guard, dragging Geeson to the mat.
Geeson postures up.
#SUB#
Geeson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Arthur looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Arthur looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Arthur! #REVB##T1#
Arthur has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Geeson!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Arthur controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Arthur looking to secure an arm triangle but Geeson defends it well.
Arthur wants to control the pace but Geeson is squirming around nicely.
Arthur controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Arthur trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Arthur content just to control the position here.
Geeson tries to hold on but Arthur pushes him away.
Geeson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Arthur content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Arthur moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Geeson has worked his arm free - good work by Geeson!
A lull in the action here as Arthur stalls from top position.#T3##SUB2#
Arthur tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Arthur tries to move into full mount but can't pass Geeson's legs.
Arthur controls the position from side control.
Arthur is looking to take a break and control but Geeson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Geeson trying to remain calm as Arthur controls from the top position.
Arthur tries to advance to mount but Geeson denies him.
Geeson is not content to let Arthur control the position.
Gerard Geeson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arthur has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Geeson!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Geeson can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Arthur looking to secure an arm triangle but Geeson defends it well.
Geeson flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Servant Arthur comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Arthur has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Servant Arthur!
|
|
|
|
Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gerard Geeson and Grigoij Jebievdenko. Geeson comes to the cage accompanied by Slayer - Bloodline. Jebievdenko has chosen Lamb of God - Vigil as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Grigoij Jebievdenko is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gerard Geeson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Grigoij Jebievdenko!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Jebievdenko defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Geeson.
Jebievdenko pushes Geeson up against the cage in a clinch.
Jebievdenko gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Geeson regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Geeson (0) vs (2) Jebievdenko
Geeson looking to control.
Jebievdenko is stalling in the full guard.
Geeson working a defensive guard here.
Jebievdenko 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Geeson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (2) vs (2) Jebievdenko
That's one minute gone in the round.
Geeson passes Jebievdenko's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Geeson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Geeson wants to take a breather but Jebievdenko is having none of it.
Geeson is pressing down on Jebievdenko's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jebievdenko is holding on for now.
Geeson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jebievdenko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jebievdenko is holding on to half guard well.
Jebievdenko trying to control but Geeson postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jebievdenko looking for submissions off his back.
Jebievdenko is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Geeson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Geeson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Geeson (2) vs (6) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko looking to break Geeson's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Geeson remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Jebievdenko will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko controls the action.
Jebievdenko doesn't have the hooks in and Geeson manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (4) vs (6) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Geeson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (4) vs (8) Jebievdenko
Geeson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jebievdenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jebievdenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Geeson is breathing heavily.
Jebievdenko slips nicely into half guard.
Jebievdenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Geeson (4) vs (11) Jebievdenko
Geeson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Geeson (4) vs (13) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jebievdenko jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Geeson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Geeson (4) vs (15) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko tries to take his opponent's back but Geeson turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (6) vs (15) Jebievdenko
Geeson preventing the sweep.
Jebievdenko controlling the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Geeson is one step ahead there.
Jebievdenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Geeson wants to control from the top but Jebievdenko keeps moving.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Geeson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Geeson (6) vs (17) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko passes Geeson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jebievdenko takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jebievdenko works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Geeson (6) vs (20) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Geeson (6) vs (22) Jebievdenko
Jebievdenko controlling the pace for now.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko is working for a guillotine from mount but Geeson frees his head quite easily.
Geeson regains half guard.
Jebievdenko controlling the action here.
Geeson tries to get to full guard but Jebievdenko has control of the leg.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko controlling the action here.
Jebievdenko is looking to advance position but Geeson won't allow it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko controlling the pace.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Geeson is defending against the submission attempts here by Jebievdenko.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko wants to take a breather but Geeson is having none of it.
Geeson trying to control but Jebievdenko postures up.
Jebievdenko stalling.
It looks like Jebievdenko 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.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Jebievdenko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Geeson looking for submissions off his back.
Jebievdenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Geeson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jebievdenko.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Jebievdenko seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Geeson is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jebievdenko wins on points by 22 to 6. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
