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Event:
Gladiators 62 Marc v DaSilva 2
Date: Dec 01, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Negreiros darts in and clinches Kolov up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kolov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Negreiros lands an uppercut.
Negreiros scores with a shot to the side of Kolov's head.
Nice body punch from Negreiros - that landed with a thud.
Negreiros throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kolovs head.
Negreiros throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kolov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Negreiros pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kolov shoots in and drives through. Negreiros sprawls well.
Negreiros lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Kolov gets tackled into the cage by Negreiros. Negreiros maintains the clinch.
Kolov tries to pull guard but Negreiros holds him up against the cage and eventually Kolov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Negreiros lands with a left to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Negreiros creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Negreiros.
Negreiros lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Kolov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kolov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Negreiros gets through Kolov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Negreiros lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kolov backwards.
Negreiros stops a takedown attempt from Kolov.
Negreiros cracks Kolov with a nice body shot.
A short left from Negreiros.
Kolov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Negreiros smiles and moves away.
Kolov has a takedown stuffed.
Kolov is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Negreiros clinches up against the cage.
A short right from Negreiros on the inside.
Negreiros softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A hook to the body from Negreiros.
#T2#
A right hand to the body from Negreiros.
Negreiros cracks Kolov with a nice body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Negreiros.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Negreiros digs a right hand underneath Kolov's ribcage. Kolov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice left hand lands by Negreiros.
Negreiros works on Kolov's body with a couple of short punches.
A short uppercut from Negreiros.
A nice right hand lands inside from Negreiros.
Negreiros prevents a takedown attempt there.
Negreiros lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kolov or not.
A shot in the inside from Negreiros.
Kolov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kolov jumps guard but Negreiros stands there with Kolov around his waist. Kolov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A short right from Negreiros. #T3#
Kolov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Negreiros scores with a shoulder strike.
Kolov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Negreiros smiles and moves away.
Kolov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Negreiros connects with a leg kick. Kolov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right from Negreiros.
Kolov controlling the action here for a moment.
Negreiros throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kolovs head. #T4#
Negreiros scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Negreiros.
Kolov jumps guard but Negreiros stands there with Kolov around his waist. Kolov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kolov is trying to pull guard but Negreiros turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Negreiros lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Negreiros.
Negreiros lands an uppercut.
A short left from Negreiros.
Negreiros lands with a left to the head.
Negreiros lands a body shot in the clinch.
Negreiros is pressed up against the cage. Kolov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Negreiros down to the mat. Negreiros avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown. Negreiros tries to sprawl out of it but Kolov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Negreiros manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Negreiros gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alfredo Negreiros 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##CL2#
Negreiros gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Negreiros has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Negreiros lands a body shot in the clinch.
Negreiros lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kolov or not.
A short uppercut from Negreiros.
A nice right hand lands inside from Negreiros.
Alfredo Negreiros seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Negreiros scores with a nice hook to the head.
Negreiros digs a right hand underneath Kolov's ribcage. Kolov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A right hand to the body from Negreiros.
Negreiros lands a right hand.
Negreiros lands a hook to the side of the head.
Negreiros gets through Kolov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Negreiros pushes Kolov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Kolov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Negreiros scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oh Kolov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Negreiros creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Kolov's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Kolov drops to his knees and Negreiros pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alfredo Negreiros!
Alfredo Negreiros decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Gladiators 57 McCain v Kolov
Date: Oct 31, 2017 |
#R1#
A jab from McCain finds it's way through Kolov's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kolov.
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
McCain displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kolov.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown but McCain manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McCain is looking to counter punch.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Kolov.
Kolov closes this distance looking for a takedown but McCain circles away.
Kolov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCain's waist but McCain gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kolov off to one side.
Kolov misses with a takedown attempt
and McCain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kolov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kolov dives in for a single leg takedown but McCain sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kolov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McCain counters with a leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kolov or perhaps it was just good defense by McCain, which made it look bad.
Kolov shoots in for a takedown but McCain shows good takedown defense.
McCain bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kolov's head.#T1#
McCain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dan Kolov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kolov misses with a takedown attempt
and McCain counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kolov looks winded!
McCain scoring well with a low kick there.
McCain lands a slapping body shot.
Kolov shoots in and drives through. McCain sprawls well.
McCain looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kolov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain connects with a combination that backs up Kolov into the cage. McCain lands a flurry of punches that gets past Kolov's guard. Kolov is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! McCain bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain!
Lucas McCain retains his welterweight title!
After the big win, Lucas McCain made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Gladiators 54 Cedric v Xavier
Date: Oct 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
Kolov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Money lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kolov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD2#
Kolov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kolov showed some decent athleticism there.
Kolov is looking to advance position but Money won't allow it.
Money is trying to get back to full guard.
Kolov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Money keeps working.
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Money's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Money.
Money has given up his back here. Will Kolov look for the submission or keep pounding away?
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Kolov has his arm under Money's chin here. Game over son! Kolov squeezes tightly and Money is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Kolov!
After winning the bout, Dan Kolov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Gladiators 45 Strauss v Kolov
Date: Aug 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov with a poor takedown
and Kolov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
and Strauss counters with a nice body shot.
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
and Strauss connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wilhelm Strauss has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Kolov.
Kolov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kolov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Strauss wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kolov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Strauss.
Kolov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Strauss throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kolov misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Strauss counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Strauss.
Strauss lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Strauss working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Kolov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kolov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Strauss preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Kolov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Strauss passes into half guard.
Kolov is looking for a sweep. Strauss is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Strauss knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kolov on the ground.
Kolov manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Kolov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strauss gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Strauss wants to pass the guard but Kolov is keeping the position.
Kolov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU#
Strauss decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Strauss stuffs the takedown attempt from Kolov. Kolov gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Kolov closes the distance and clinches up with Strauss, looking for a takedown. Kolov pushes Strauss against the cage but Strauss circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
No luck for Kolov with that takedown attempt.
Strauss displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kolov.
Kolov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Strauss defends well and Kolov ends up having to push Strauss into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kolov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strauss lands with a slapping head kick.
Good leg kick by Strauss there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kolov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fighters circle momentarily. Strauss darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#
That has opened up Dan Kolov's cut even more.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss throws an overhand right that drops Kolov like a sack of potatoes! Strauss dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wilhelm Strauss!
Wilhelm Strauss retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Wilhelm Strauss thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Gladiators 38 Jawbreak v Kolov
Date: Jul 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Jawbreak shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Jawbreak was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Jawbreak looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kolov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kolov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Kolov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jawbreak stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kolov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Kolov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jawbreak defends well.#SUB2#
Kolov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jawbreak defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jawbreak stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kolov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Kolov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jawbreak doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kolov is tightening it up a little... Jawbreak has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Jawbreak reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Jawbreak taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kolov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dan Kolov!
A very excited looking Dan Kolov 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.
In defeat, Dick Jawbreak stepped up to the mic, saying 'This is just a setback for me. I'm disappointed but you'll soon see me back at the top!'.
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Event:
Gladiators 32 Simeonov v Kolov
Date: Jun 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Simeonov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kolov.
Kolov fails to land the takedown.
Kolov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
Kolov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kolov misses with a takedown
enabling Simeonov to counter with a crisp jab.
Stefan Simeonov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Kolov.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown but Simeonov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Simeonov enables Kolov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Simeonov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Simeonov keeping moving, preventing Kolov from controlling successfully.
Kolov advances to half guard.
Kolov wants to free his trapped foot but Simeonov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Kolov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Simeonov sees it coming and defends easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Kolov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1##SUB2#
Simeonov is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Kolov has latched onto it... Big trouble! Kolov pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Simeonov is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Kolov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dan Kolov!
An out of breath Dan Kolov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Gladiators 26 Money vs Gain
Date: May 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ismagilov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kolov shoots in for a double leg but Ismagilov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kolov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ismagilov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolov somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown. Ismagilov tries to sprawl out of it but Kolov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ismagilov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No joy there for Ismagilov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kolov looks for a takedown but Ismagilov sprawls well.
Ismagilov has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Ismagilov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
and Ismagilov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kolov thinking.
A combination from Ismagilov does no damage.
Ismagilov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kolov.#T1#
Kolov closes the distance and clinches up with Ismagilov, looking for a takedown. Kolov pushes Ismagilov against the cage but Ismagilov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ismagilov lands with a good body shot.
Ismagilov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ismagilov wants it to stay on the feet.
Kolov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kolov misses with a takedown
and Ismagilov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kolov is breathing heavily.#TD#
Kolov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ismagilov to the mat! Ismagilov manages to get full guard.
Ismagilov wants to stand up but Kolov is controlling him.
Ismagilov pulls Kolov in to control the position.
Kolov 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.
Ismagilov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ismagilov can't keep his opponent in guard - Kolov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kolov wants to free his trapped foot but Ismagilov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ismagilov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Ismagilov trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Kolov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kolov is pressing down on Ismagilov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ismagilov is holding on for now.
Ismagilov wants to control but Kolov is keeping busy.
Kolov prevents Ismagilov from improving his position.
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!
Kolov is looking to take a break and control but Ismagilov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ismagilov trying to control but Kolov postures up.
#T3##SUB#
Kolov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ismagilov sees it coming and defends easily.
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Ismagilov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ismagilov.
Kolov takes Ismagilov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ismagilov is in trouble.
Kolov gets his hands free as Ismagilov looks to control. #SUB#
Kolov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ismagilov is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Kolov working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Ismagilov is doing well to defend. Kolov seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Ismagilov is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Kolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Kolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Gladiators 18 Lit v Kolov
Date: Apr 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov shoots in for a takedown but Lit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kolov.
Lit tries to escape but Kolov is in control.
Kolov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Lit!
Lit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Kolov is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Kolov extends the arm and Lit is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dan Kolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Kolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Gladiators 16 Holton v Bravo
Date: Apr 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Kolov shoots in and drives through. Firpo sprawls well.
Nice shot by Firpo.
Firpo looks to land a combination but Kolov avoids it well.
Firpo scores with a head kick. Kolov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
Firpo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kolov. Kolov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Firpo throws a head kick but Kolov moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Firpo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kolov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Firpo's waist but Firpo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kolov off to one side.
Kolov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Firpo is fending him off so far but Kolov persists. Nope, Firpo circles away and we're back to standing.
Firpo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kolov darts in looking for a takedown but Firpo gets double underhooks and turns Kolov into the cage.
Firpo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Kolov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kolov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kolov pushes down on Firpo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Firpo is staying active underneath Kolov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1##SUB#
Kolov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Firpo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kolov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Firpo!
Firpo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Firpo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kolov is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Firpo is in real trouble.
#SUB#
Kolov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Firpo is defending well though. Kolov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Kolov working for the choke.
Kolov trying to control.
Kolov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kolov controlling well, preventing Firpo from escaping the position.
#T2##SUB#
Firpo fending off the submission attempt from Kolov. #SUB#
Kolov tightening his grip on Firpo, looking for the choke.
Firpo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kolov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Kolov is looking for the choke from the back position but Firpo is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Firpo preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kolov.
Firpo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T3##SUB#
Kolov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Firpo has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Firpo breaks Kolov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB#
Kolov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Kolov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kolov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Firpo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Firpo.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Firpo prevents Kolov from taking his back.
Firpo 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.#T4#
Kolov is looking to take a break and control but Firpo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Firpo trying to control but Kolov postures up.
Firpo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kolov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kolov's back!
Firpo has the hooks in. Kolov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Firpo is trying to stick to Kolov's back but Kolov is turning into Firpo. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Firpo's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kolov.
Kolov looking to pass the guard.
Firpo looking to control.
Kolov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Firpo's guard.
Kolov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Kolov goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Firpo turns into him and now he's in Kolov's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Kolov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dan Kolov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Firpo.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Firpo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Firpo scores with a nice body kick.
#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Firpo enables Kolov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Firpo manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kolov prevents Firpo from getting back to his feet.
Kolov trying to control but Firpo is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kolov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Firpo manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kolov has Firpo in his guard.#REVB#
Firpo controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Firpo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kolov is keeping the position for now. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kolov is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Kolov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kolov wants to control from the top but Firpo keeps moving.
Kolov passes into half guard. #SUB#
Kolov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Firpo defends it well.
Kolov wants to pass to mount but Firpo is defending the position.
Kolov prevents Firpo from improving his position.
Kolov trying to control the action but Firpo is working from the bottom. #T2#
Kolov prevents Firpo from improving his position.
Firpo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kolov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kolov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dan Kolov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Kolov has control of Firpo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Firpo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Kolov goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Firpo is on top in guard.
#T3#
Kolov looking to control.
#SUB#
Kolov has his foot on Firpo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Firpo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kolov has his foot on Firpo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Firpo works his way back into a safe position though.
Firpo trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kolov's guard.
Kolov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Firpo is one step ahead there.
Kolov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Firpo's guard. #REVR#
Firpo is trying to control the position but Kolov postures up. #T4#
Kolov is pushing down on Firpo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Firpo is fighting to maintain full guard but Kolov has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Kolov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kolov wants to pass the guard but Firpo is defending well.
Kolov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Firpo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Firpo wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Firpo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Firpo.
Kolov forces the positional change into back control.
Firpo is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Kolov off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Kolov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Kolov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dan Kolov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Firpo scores with a nice strike.
Jab from Firpo.
Firpo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kolov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Firpo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kolov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Firpo swivels and escapes.
Firpo with a hook.
Firpo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kolov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Firpo slaps away a takedown attempt from Kolov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Firpo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kolov walks into a straight right hand from Firpo.
Kolov fails with a takedown attempt.
Dan Kolov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Firpo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T1#
Firpo's corner calls for a 1-2. Firpo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Firpo.
Firpo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Firpo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kolov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Firpo avoids it really well and circles away.
Firpo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kolov avoids the head kick by Firpo.
Firpo cracks the inside of Kolov's front leg.
Kolov shoots in for a double leg but Firpo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kolov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Firpo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kolov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Firpo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alvin Firpo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Firpo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kolov on the side of the head.
Kolov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Firpo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Firpo lands a glancing blow to the side of Kolov's head.#T2##TD#
Kolov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Kolov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kolov trying to control the action but Firpo is working from the bottom.
Firpo is looking for a sweep. Kolov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Firpo trying to control but Kolov postures up.
Firpo is looking for a sweep. Kolov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kolov works his way into full mount! #T3#
Kolov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Firpo is looking to escape.
Kolov moves to the back. #SUB#
Kolov looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Firpo preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kolov. #SUB#
Kolov tightening his grip on Firpo, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Kolov working for the choke. #T4##SUB#
Kolov tightening his grip on Firpo, looking for the choke.
Firpo trying to control the hands but Kolov breaks the grip.
Alvin Firpo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Firpo tries to roll but Kolov sticks to his back.
Firpo is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Firpo defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Kolov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Firpo has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvin Firpo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kolov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Kolov!
A very excited looking Dan Kolov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Gladiators 12 Runt v Sason
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Kolov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Allakaev looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Allakaev tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kolov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Allakaev keeps working. #SUB#
Kolov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kolov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kolov wants to control but Allakaev is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Kolov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Allakaev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Allakaev tries to bench press Kolov off him but Kolov keeps the position.
Allakaev is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Kolov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Allakaev 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.
Kolov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Allakaev keeps working. #SUB#
Kolov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Allakaev, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Kolov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kolov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Allakaev is not content to let Kolov control the position.
Allakaev is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Allakaev manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kolov's best efforts.#SUB#
Allakaev is defending against the submission attempts here by Kolov.
Allakaev slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Allakaev is looking for a triangle but Kolov pushes his legs off easily.
Kolov passes Allakaev's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Kolov trying to control from half guard but Allakaev is working away. #SUB#
Kolov is looking for a kimura here.
Allakaev is not content to let Kolov control the position.
Kolov wants to pass to mount but Allakaev is defending the position.
Kolov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Kolov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kolov is working for a guillotine from mount but Allakaev frees his head quite easily.
Kolov looking to control but Allakaev is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Allakaev is trying to escape the mount.
#T3#
Allakaev is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kolov is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Allakaev is in real trouble.
#SUB#
Kolov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Allakaev is defending well but eventually Kolov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Allakaev has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Kolov!
A victorious Dan Kolov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
4Kings . Caesar v Kolov
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Caesar misses with a wild body shot.
Caesar slaps away a takedown attempt from Kolov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Caesar avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kolov doesn't manage to clinch there - Caesar circles away.
Caesar keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Caesar scores with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Dan Kolov has been cut.
Kolov wants to clinch
and Caesar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
letting Caesar counter with a right hand.
Julius Caesar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Kolov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Caesar throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kolov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#BC#
Caesar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Kolov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Caesar to the mat! Caesar manages to get full guard. #T1#
Kolov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Caesar is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Kolov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kolov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Caesar on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Caesar tries to get out of the position.
Kolov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Kolov drops back looking for a leg! Caesar is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Caesar manages to kick Kolov off! Kolov jumps back into Caesar's guard.
Kolov prevents Caesar from getting back to his feet.
Kolov passes Caesar's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Kolov seems to be looking for submissions.
Caesar pushes Kolov off looking to stand but Kolov dives back in and keeps control.
#T2#
Caesar has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Kolov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Caesar!
Caesar is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Kolov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Kolov working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Caesar looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Kolov! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dan Kolov!
Dan Kolov is the new welterweight champion!
Dan Kolov took to the mic in his post fight interview and said '!!! HEY !!! I AM NOT SURPRISED MOTHERFUCKERS !!!'.
Julius Caesar spoke after the fight, saying 'Experience is the teacher of all things.'.
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Event:
4Kings . 003
Date: Jan 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Cp looks to land a body kick but Kolov moved away.
Dan Kolov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Kolov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cp, pushing him back against the cage.
Kolov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cp prevents it.
Cp lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Kolov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Cp 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kolov looking for a triangle here. Cp is fighting it but it looks tight! Kolov pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Cp is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dan Kolov!
Dan Kolov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 30, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dan Kolov and Saleem Al Khan. Al Khan has chosen Three Days Grace - Scared as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Dan Kolov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Saleem Al Khan!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Jonathan Paton and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kolov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kolov tries to clinch but Al Khan moves out of range.
Kolov misses with a takedown attempt - Al Khan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kolov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Al Khan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kolov (0) vs (2) Al Khan
Al Khan is trying to control. Kolov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Al Khan 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.
Kolov tries to get to full guard but Al Khan has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Khan wants to take a breather but Kolov is having none of it.
Kolov is trying to get back to full guard.
Al Khan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kolov keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Al Khan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kolov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kolov is working hard here to advance position.
Al Khan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kolov defends it well.
Kolov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kolov wants to get back to full guard.
Al Khan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kolov tries to get to full guard but Al Khan has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kolov gets back to full guard.
Al Khan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kolov is keeping the position for now.
Kolov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Al Khan trying to control but Kolov is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan passes into half guard.
Kolov is refusing to be controlled, as Al Khan sits in half guard.
Al Khan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kolov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Al Khan.
Al Khan trying to control the action but Kolov is working from the bottom.
Al Khan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Al Khan wants to take a breather but Kolov is having none of it.
Kolov is defending against the submission attempts here by Al Khan.
Al Khan wants to pass the guard but Kolov is defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (0) vs (5) Al Khan
Al Khan with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kolov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Al Khan.
Al Khan working for a submission but Kolov is keeping him at bay.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Al Khan wants to control the pace but Kolov is squirming around nicely.
Kolov can't escape the position.
Al Khan wants to control the pace but Kolov is squirming around nicely.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Kolov working to try and regain half guard.
Kolov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Al Khan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Al Khan wants to take a breather but Kolov is having none of it.
Kolov is pressing down on Al Khan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kolov is looking for a triangle but Al Khan pushes his legs off easily.
Al Khan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kolov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Al Khan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (2) vs (5) Al Khan
Kolov tries to free his leg and advance position but Al Khan is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kolov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (5) vs (5) Al Khan
Kolov is trying to get an arm triangle but Al Khan is defending well.
Kolov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kolov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Al Khan tries to improve position but can't.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kolov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Al Khan rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kolov's guard! Nice work there by Al Khan! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (5) vs (7) Al Khan
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kolov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (7) vs (7) Al Khan
Al Khan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kolov has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (10) vs (7) Al Khan
Kolov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Al Khan rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kolov's guard! Nice work there by Al Khan! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (10) vs (9) Al Khan
Al Khan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Al Khan trying to control but Kolov is working from the bottom.
Kolov working for a triangle but Al Khan defends it easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan trying to control but Kolov is working from the bottom.
Al Khan advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (10) vs (12) Al Khan
Al Khan tries for a kimura but Kolov is defending well.
Al Khan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Kolov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (12) vs (12) Al Khan
Al Khan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kolov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Kolov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Al Khan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kolov has Al Khan in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (12) vs (14) Al Khan
Al Khan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Al Khan advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (12) vs (17) Al Khan
Kolov regains half guard.
Al Khan 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.
Kolov works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kolov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Al Khan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kolov keeping moving, preventing Al Khan from controlling successfully.
Al Khan is pushing down on Kolov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kolov is fighting to maintain full guard but Al Khan has managed to sneak the leg through.
Al Khan slows the pace down in half guard.
Al Khan is working for a submission of some sort.
Kolov is looking for a sweep. Al Khan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (12) vs (20) Al Khan
Kolov working to try and regain half guard.
Al Khan moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kolov has worked his arm free - good work by Kolov!
Kolov tries to improve position but can't.
Al Khan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kolov keeps working.
Al Khan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kolov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan controlling the position.
Kolov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Al Khan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Al Khan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Al Khan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kolov keeps working.
Kolov is trying to get back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Al Khan trying to control the action but Kolov is working from the bottom.
Al Khan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Kolov tries to buck Al Khan off but Al Khan is having none of it.
Al Khan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Al Khan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Al Khan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kolov is looking to reverse the position.
Al Khan is looking to take a break and control but Kolov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kolov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kolov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Al Khan sitting and controlling from the half guard.
It looks like Al Khan 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Khan wants to pass to mount but Kolov is defending the position.
Al Khan is working for a kimura but Kolov is defending it quite comfortably.
And that's the end of the fight!
Al Khan wins on points by 20 to 12.
As Saleem Al Khan got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: I am the freedom fighter, I'll fight for my people until death, and represent my land everywhere I go, look out for me!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D3): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 22, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dan Kolov and Dale McCann. This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Dan Kolov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Dale McCann!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Paul Tew and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
McCann moves in looking to clinch but Kolov pushes him off.
Kolov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kolov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in McCann's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kolov (2) vs (0) McCann
Kolov is working for a kimura but McCann is defending it quite comfortably.
McCann wants to improve his position but Kolov is controlling well.
McCann is holding on to half guard well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolov prevents McCann from improving his position.
Kolov 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McCann has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kolov is working away from the top position though.
Kolov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (5) vs (0) McCann
Kolov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force McCann to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so McCann shrugs it off.
Kolov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… McCann is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by McCann and Kolov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kolov working away.
Kolov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCann knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on McCann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCann tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kolov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kolov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolov has knee on belly momentarily but McCann bucks him off and regains half guard.
Kolov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for McCann! Score +3 for passing guard: Kolov (8) vs (0) McCann
McCann can't escape the position.
McCann is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Kolov locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! McCann is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dan Kolov!
Dan Kolov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D3): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dan Kolov and Malaki Lima. Lima has chosen Waka Flocka Flame - Workin as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dan Kolov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Malaki Lima!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Chris Edwards and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lima gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kolov (2) vs (0) Lima
Lima 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.
Lima is still trying to improve position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lima is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kolov (2) vs (2) Lima
Kolov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kolov keeping moving, preventing Lima from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Lima is defending well. Kolov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Lima has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kolov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dan Kolov! |
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