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Event:
Slavic Bal Des Débutantes 1
Date: May 02, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Trucks shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Ekstrovertti tries to roll over but Trucks keeps him under control.
Trucks sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ekstrovertti defending well though. #SUB2#
Trucks is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Trucks is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ekstrovertti sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekstrovertti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Trucks is pressing down on Ekstrovertti's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ekstrovertti is holding on for now.
Ekstrovertti is pressing down on Trucks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Trucks pushes down on Ekstrovertti's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Trucks is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Ekstrovertti to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Ekstrovertti tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Ekstrovertti has his foot on Trucks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trucks works his way back into a safe position though.
Trucks is looking to pass into half guard but Ekstrovertti pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ekstrovertti is in guard.#REVR#
Ekstrovertti pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
Ekstrovertti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ekstrovertti works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
Ekstrovertti is trying to control the action in half guard but Trucks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Ekstrovertti is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Trucks sees it coming and defends easily.
Trucks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ekstrovertti advances to half guard.
Ekstrovertti wants to control but Trucks is keeping him busy.
Trucks keeping control of the position.
Ekstrovertti not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Trucks trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Trucks is desperately trying to improve his position but Ekstrovertti has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Trucks swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Ekstrovertti prevents Trucks from getting the reversal.
Ekstrovertti scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Trucks?
Ekstrovertti takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Trucks is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4#
Ekstrovertti lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ekstrovertti looking to control but Trucks is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Trucks is trying desperately to improve position.
Ekstrovertti can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Trucks is looking to escape.
Ekstrovertti cracks Trucks with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ekstrovertti has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Trucks's face.
Trucks is wriggling around trying to escape.
Trucks is squirming around, avoiding Ekstrovertti's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vertti Ekstrovertti dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Ekstrovertti digs a good hook to Trucks's body.
Ekstrovertti throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ekstrovertti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.#TD2#
Trucks shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ekstrovertti's guard.
Ekstrovertti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Trucks trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ekstrovertti is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ekstrovertti swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks wants to control from the top but Ekstrovertti keeps moving.
Trucks is looking to work some ground and pound but Ekstrovertti has wrist control.
Vertti Ekstrovertti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Ekstrovertti pulls Trucks in close to his closed guard and prevents Trucks from doing any damage or advancing position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Trucks is looking to work some ground and pound but Ekstrovertti has wrist control.
Ekstrovertti seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Ekstrovertti is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Trucks is aware though and is defending well.
Ekstrovertti is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ekstrovertti trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
Ekstrovertti wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Trucks is now in half guard.
Trucks wants to take a breather but Ekstrovertti is having none of it.
Trucks prevents Ekstrovertti from improving his position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ekstrovertti is trying to maintain the position but Trucks is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Ekstrovertti looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ekstrovertti keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ekstrovertti blocking the ground and pound attempt from Trucks.
Ekstrovertti wants to get back to full guard.
Trucks looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ekstrovertti with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ekstrovertti tries to get to full guard but Trucks has control of the leg.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trucks throwing shots but Ekstrovertti is blocking nicely.
Trucks throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Ekstrovertti blocking the ground and pound attempt from Trucks.
Trucks tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ekstrovertti knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Trucks thows a huge punch but Ekstrovertti dodges it nicely.
Ekstrovertti is trying to control but can't.
Trucks seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Trucks lands strikes from half guard.
Ekstrovertti tries to roll over but Trucks keeps him under control.
Ekstrovertti is trying to control but can't.
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ekstrovertti keeps working.
Ekstrovertti is looking for a sweep. Trucks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ekstrovertti keeps working.
Trucks sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ekstrovertti defending well though. #SUB2#
Trucks is trying to work for a kimura but Ekstrovertti is defending well.
Trucks is looking to advance position but Ekstrovertti won't allow it.
Trucks is stalling here. Ekstrovertti is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Trucks seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ekstrovertti has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ekstrovertti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Trucks keeps working.
Ekstrovertti lands a nice forearm strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ekstrovertti takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ekstrovertti connects with the punch.
Trucks shoots in but no luck this time.
Ekstrovertti swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Trucks scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ekstrovertti wants to control but Trucks is keeping busy.
Ekstrovertti works his way to full guard. Good work.
Trucks won't allow Ekstrovertti to sweep him here.
Ekstrovertti can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Trucks controls the pace.
Ekstrovertti is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekstrovertti looking to hit a scissor sweep but Trucks is one step ahead there.
Trucks works over Ekstrovertti with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Trucks passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ekstrovertti tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Trucks looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Ekstrovertti is avoiding damage well.
Ekstrovertti avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Trucks.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ekstrovertti sneaks back into half guard.
Ekstrovertti is not content to let Trucks control the position.
Ekstrovertti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB2#
Trucks is looking for a kimura here.
Ekstrovertti trying to control from the bottom.
Ekstrovertti tries to get to full guard but Trucks has control of the leg.
Ekstrovertti wants to control the action here but instead Trucks manages to pass to full mount!
Trucks thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Ekstrovertti is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Ekstrovertti 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.#SUB2#
Trucks is trying to work for a kimura but Ekstrovertti is defending well.
Trucks is nestled in close to Ekstrovertti, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Trucks seems to be looking for submissions.
Ekstrovertti tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T4#
Trucks sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ekstrovertti defending well though.
Trucks has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ekstrovertti regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ekstrovertti controls Trucks momentarily but Trucks frees himself.
Trucks scoring with some ground and pound.
Trucks advances to half guard.
Ekstrovertti is looking to improve his position.
Trucks not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ekstrovertti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Trucks trying to control from half guard but Ekstrovertti is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Trucks has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Neon Zombie logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 23
Date: Apr 16, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Sole moves into the clinch.
Sole lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Trucks or not.
Trucks goes for a takedown attempt but Sole pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sole tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sole.
Trucks lands a body shot.
Trucks managing to block the knees to the body from Sole.
Trucks has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sole is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sole lands with a left to the head.
Sole gets through Trucks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks.
Sole lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trucks tries for a takedown but Sole manages to get underhooks.
Jacks Sole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.
Trucks is trying to maintain a safe position but Sole gets an underhook and turns Trucks into the ropes.
Sole comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.#BC#
Sole breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Sole has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sole blocks an elbow strike.
Trucks is working Sole over against the ropes.#T1#
Sole wants to get back to striking at distance but Trucks won't allow it.
Sole gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Sole fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sole trying to land knees to the body.
#TD2#
Trucks jumps guard and drags Sole to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Trucks is trying to keep Sole in close.
Sole throwing strikes from guard but Trucks blocks nicely.
Sole looking to pass the guard.
Sole trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Sole will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Trucks looking to control.
Sole postures up in Trucks's guard and throws a big left but Trucks blocks it.
Sole throwing strikes from guard but Trucks blocks nicely.
Trucks keeping full guard, as Sole tries to pass. #T2#
Sole won't allow Trucks to sweep him here.
Sole trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sole with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sole has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Trucks working for a triangle but Sole defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Sole got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trucks has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sole has managed to get both his arms back between Trucks's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Trucks throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Sole's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sole postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Trucks trying to control the position.
Sole throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Sole looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Trucks has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sole can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Trucks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sole defends well.
Sole throws a strike but Trucks rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Trucks working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sole working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Trucks.
Trucks with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sole is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sole holds on and takes a little breather.
Trucks has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Sole working a defensive guard here.
Trucks throwing strikes from guard but Sole blocks nicely.
Trucks makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Sole tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Trucks trying to control but Sole is working from the bottom.
Sole working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Trucks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sole is trying to keep Trucks in close.
Trucks looking to sit in guard and control but Sole gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jacks Sole dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Trucks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sole moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Sole instigates a clinch.
Sole misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Trucks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks.
Sole gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Trucks.
#BC#
Sole's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jacks Sole is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Sole gets a clinch.
Trucks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sole just stands there and leans against the ropes.#TD2#
Trucks has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Sole clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Sole manages to stand up with Trucks still on his back. Eventually Trucks drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Sole has managed to clinch.
Trucks misses with some punches.
#BC#
Sole breaks from the clinch.
Trucks tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sole sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Trucks somewhat.
Jacks Sole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.#T1#
Sole is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Trucks's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Sole tries to clinch up but Trucks circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Sole fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Trucks, pushing him back against the ropes.
Sole throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
Sole lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sole lands an uppercut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Sole. #BC#
Sole pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Sole gets a clinch.
Sole's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sole throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sole has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sole swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC#
Sole escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Sole has Trucks up against the ropes in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sole has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
Sole tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
#T2#
Trucks tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sole smiles and moves away.
Sole tries to clinch up but Trucks circles away and keeps his distance.
Trucks keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Trucks darts in and clinches Sole up against the ropes.#BC#
Sole breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sole tries to close the distance and clinch but Trucks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Trucks fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sole to the ground. Trucks is now in Sole's guard.
Trucks with a flurry of punches that miss.
Trucks stands and throws Sole's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sole is trying to get back to half guard.
Sole is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Trucks's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Trucks not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Trucks is pressing down on Sole's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sole is holding on for now.
Trucks missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sole tries to roll over but Trucks keeps him under control.
Trucks trying to control from Sole's half guard. Sole has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Sole is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up.
Sole looking for a sweep. Not yet Sole, not yet. #SUB#
Sole working for a triangle but Trucks defends it easily.
Sole trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Trucks throws a big elbow that misses.
Trucks landing with the ground and pound.
Sole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trucks can do to turn this around?
Trucks in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Trucks throws a strike but Sole rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Sole distracts Trucks with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Trucks wants to sweep here but Sole controlling him for the moment.
Trucks seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jacks Sole dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Sole fails with an attempt to clinch.
Trucks flicks out a counter leg kick but Sole steps away.#TD#
Sole drives through with a takedown into guard.
Trucks wants to sweep but no luck.
Sole works over Trucks with some ground and pound from guard.
Sole working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sole wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.
Sole postures up.
Sole trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Trucks is trying to control the position but Sole postures up.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Sole from controlling successfully.
Sole wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.#T1##SUB2#
Trucks had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sole defends it easily.
Sole trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sole loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sole wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.
Trucks wants to sweep here but Sole controlling him for the moment.
Jacks Sole overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Trucks managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Trucks looks to land a combination but Sole avoids it well. #CL#
Sole closes the distance and clinches.
Sole tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow. #T2##BC#
Sole pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sole tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Trucks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Sole shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Sole prevents Trucks from improving his position.
Trucks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sole seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Trucks does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sole winds up and cracks Trucks with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Sole is working for a submission of some sort.
Trucks wants to improve his position but Sole is controlling well.
#T3#
Sole sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Trucks defending well though.
Sole wants to take a breather but Trucks is having none of it.
Sole is nestled in close to Trucks, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sole is trying to control the action in half guard but Trucks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Trucks manages to get to full guard.
Sole throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Trucks has his foot on Sole's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sole works his way back into a safe position though.#T4##SU#
Trucks is working an open guard so Sole takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Trucks throws a nice looking combination but Sole bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Trucks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sole tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Trucks paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Trucks tries to counter by closing the distance.
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt.
Trucks swats away the attempt to clinch by Sole.
Jacks Sole is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Trucks shoots in but no luck this time.
Trucks misses with a takedown attempt - Sole sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jacks Sole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.#CL#
Sole closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Trucks jumps guard and drags Sole to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Sole chips away with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Trucks is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sole is aware though and is defending well.
Sole is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Derek Trucks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sole works over Trucks with some ground and pound from guard.
Trucks being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jacks Sole showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sole, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacks Sole!
A relieved looking Jacks Sole thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Derek Trucks stepped up to the mic, saying 'This is not my first rodeo! See you on the matt again!'. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 19
Date: Mar 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Trucks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Trucks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Takeda connects with a right hand. Trucks shakes it off.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Takeda enables Trucks to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Takeda manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Trucks lands a couple of elbows.
Trucks postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Trucks is looking to work some ground and pound but Takeda has wrist control.
Trucks trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Takeda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Trucks wants to control from the top but Takeda keeps moving.
Takeda looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Trucks trying to control the position from guard on top but Takeda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Trucks in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Trucks trying to control but Takeda is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Trucks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Takeda is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Trucks rushes Takeda and presses him up against the ropes.#TD2#
Trucks has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Takeda uses from the top position.
Trucks is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2##SUB2#
Trucks is looking for a kimura but Takeda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Trucks to get the leverage. #SUB#
Takeda looking for submissions off his back.
Trucks throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Trucks not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Takeda wants to improve his position but Trucks is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Trucks is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Takeda doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Trucks.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trucks with the ground and pound but Takeda uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T3#
Trucks in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Trucks pushing down on Takeda's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Takeda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trucks pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Trucks is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Takeda still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Takeda has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Trucks gets back to half guard.#T4#
Trucks trying to control here.
Takeda scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Takeda pulls his head out easily.
Trucks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Takeda distracts Trucks with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Takeda trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Trucks throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Takeda trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Trucks fails to land the takedown.
Trucks dives in and grabs Takeda's left leg, looking for a takedown. Takeda pushes down on Trucks's head and hops out.
Trucks tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Takeda swivels and escapes.
Takeda looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kazuki Takeda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.
Trucks will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Takeda misses the shot to the body.
Trucks fails with a takedown attempt.
Takeda bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Trucks with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Takeda to counter with a crisp jab.
Takeda cracks Trucks with an open hand slap.#CUT#That has opened up Derek Trucks's cut even more.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takeda fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Trucks to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Trucks looks to clinch but Takeda throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Trucks taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Kazuki Takeda!
Kazuki Takeda retains his middleweight title!
After winning the bout, Kazuki Takeda thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Derek Trucks spoke after the fight, saying 'This is not my first rodeo! See you on the matt again!'. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 16
Date: Mar 14, 2022 |
#R1#
Good leg kick by Trucks. #CL#
Trucks clinches with his opponent.
Trucks 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.#TD#
Trucks jumps guard.
IronSide looking to pass the guard.
Trucks looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Trucks throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trucks wants to stand but IronSide is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
IronSide preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB#
Trucks is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! IronSide has his hands clasped together but Trucks extends and breaks IronSide's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Trucks.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks made sure to mention his sponsor, Neon Zombie in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 12: Free Ukraine
Date: Feb 28, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Trucks dives in and scores a takedown into Gorichov's guard.
Gorichov is looking to stand back up but Trucks counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Gorichov. #REVR#
Gorichov tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Trucks manages to move to mount!
#SUB2#
Gorichov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Trucks. #SUB2#
Trucks moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Gorichov has worked his arm free - good work by Gorichov!
#SUB2#
Trucks is trying to get an arm triangle but Gorichov is defending well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gorichov being controlled for a moment.
Let's hope that Trucks has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
Trucks scores with a couple of short elbows.
Trucks wants to control but Gorichov is keeping him busy.
Trucks throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Gorichov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Trucks on the ground.#SUB2#
Trucks tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Trucks working the head and body with strikes.
Trucks throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T2#
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gorichov keeps working.
Trucks scores with punches from side control. #ROC2#Gorichov is rocked!
Gorichov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB2#
Trucks wants to finish this one by submission but Gorichov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Trucks.
Gorichov is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
Trucks controlling the position easily from mount.
Trucks has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gorichov tries to buck Trucks off but Trucks takes his back!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gorichov is trying to remain composed but Trucks is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Oh Gorichov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Gorichov has been cut.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3##SUB2#
Trucks is working for a rear naked choke. Gorichov is not defending it well and Trucks has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Gorichov refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Gorichov's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Derek Trucks!
After the big win, Derek Trucks made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Neon Zombie and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Trucks slaps away a takedown attempt from Timmermans, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Trucks! But no joy.
Timmermans with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Timmermans throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Trucks shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Timmermans as he avoids it easily.
Timmermans swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Trucks shoots for a takedown but Timmermans saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Trucks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trucks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Timmermans tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Trucks is able to avoid easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Timmermans.
Trucks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trucks throws a nice looking combination but Timmermans bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Timmermans manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Timmermans looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Timmermans lands a nice shot that snaps Trucks's head back.
Trucks looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Casper Timmermans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.
Timmermans defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Trucks shoots for a double leg takedown but Timmermans sprawls well. He's pushed Trucks's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Timmermans fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Trucks on the side of the head.
Timmermans lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC#Trucks is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Derek Trucks's cut even more.#CL#
Timmermans has taken the fight to the clinch.
Trucks is still on wobbly legs! Can Timmermans finish him?
Timmermans lands a big right hand that drops Trucks! The killer instinct kicks in and Timmermans finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Timmermans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casper Timmermans!
Casper Timmermans made sure to mention his sponsor, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview.
The defeated Derek Trucks had this to say: 'This is not my first rodeo! See you on the matt again!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Cruz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Trucks throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Trucks looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Cruz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cruz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Trucks is one step ahead there.
Trucks trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Trucks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trucks has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Cruz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trucks defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cruz is on top in guard.
#REVB##T1#
Cruz working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Trucks's head.
Cruz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Trucks throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trucks throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Cruz trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Cruz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully.
Cruz passes Trucks's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Cruz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Trucks defends it well.
Trucks trying to control here.
Trucks is trying to stand.
Cruz trying to mount his opponent but Trucks defends it.
Trucks keeping hold of Cruz's head, controlling as best he can.
Cruz trying to control from Trucks's half guard. Trucks has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Trucks had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cruz defends it easily.
Trucks keeping full guard, as Cruz tries to pass.
Cruz told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Cruz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Trucks's guard. #T3#
Cruz stops Trucks from getting back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Cruz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Trucks has managed to free his arm - good work.
Trucks controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Cruz trying to control the action but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Trucks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Cruz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Trucks is just riding it out for now. Cruz eventually gives up the hold.
Trucks wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Trucks is not content to let Cruz control the position.
Cruz has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Cruz fails to take his opponent's back.
Cruz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Trucks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cruz controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cruz raining down hammerfists from mount.#SUB2#
Cruz is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Trucks to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Trucks shrugs it off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Cruz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cruz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Trucks stuffs the takedown.
Cruz fails with the takedown.
Cruz shoots in but no luck this time.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Cruz.#TD#
Cruz tries to sprawl but Trucks drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Ricardo Cruz has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Cruz is defending against the submission attempts here by Trucks.
#SUB2#
Cruz looking for submissions off his back.
Trucks is keen to just control but Cruz is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Cruz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trucks won't allow Cruz to sweep him here. #T1##SUB2#
Cruz working for submissions but it's allowed Trucks to get to half guard.
Cruz is looking to improve his position.
Trucks controlling the pace.
Cruz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cruz makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cruz.
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Trucks throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cruz looking for a guillotine here but Trucks defends easily.
#T2#
Trucks missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Trucks trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz wants to sweep but no luck.
Trucks trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trucks trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Trucks postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Cruz is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
Trucks working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Trucks accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Trucks is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Cruz has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Trucks is looking to defend but Cruz has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Trucks! Cruz pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Trucks taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ricardo Cruz!
Derek Trucks was interviewed post fight and said 'This is not my first rodeo! See you on the matt again!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Yakov tries to clinch there but Trucks circles away.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks checks a leg kick.
Trucks seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Yakov's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Yakov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Trucks tries to bum rush Yakov with a series of wild strikes but Yakov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Yakov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As Yakov looks to move away, Trucks throws a big counter combo but Yakov just gets out of the way.
Yakov stuffs the takedown.
Trucks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Yakov jabs at Trucks's body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yakov.
Yakov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Trucks is out of range.
Trucks wants to clinch up but Yakov keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#TD#
Yakov gets caught flat footed, as Trucks shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks throws a strike but Yakov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Trucks looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SU2#
Yakov gets to his feet - Trucks follows without any prompting. #T1#
Yakov connects with a jab.
Yakov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yakov throws a lazy right hand but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Yakov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Trucks has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Trucks and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Trucks throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Yakov connects with a leg kick.
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
Yakov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Trucks on the side of the head.
Trucks checks a leg kick.
Jab from Yakov.
Yakov throws a hook but Trucks blocks it.
Some bone on bone action there as Yakov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Yakov has knocked Trucks down with a huge combo! Yakov steps away and waves a wobbly Trucks back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Trucks is rocked!
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!
Trucks drops his hands momentarily. Yakov doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Trucks staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Trucks doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kazimir Yakov!
In his post fight interview, Kazimir Yakov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Derek Trucks spoke after the fight, saying 'This is not my first rodeo! See you on the matt again!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Trucks!
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tarlac, as that shot connected.
#CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Tarlac moves out of range of the strikes.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Trucks tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tarlac is able to avoid easily.#CL#
Trucks fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tarlac, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Tarlac manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Tarlac pushes Trucks up against the cage in a clinch.
Tarlac lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Trucks manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Tarlac postures up.
Trucks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tarlac is one step ahead there.
Tarlac controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tarlac trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom. #T1#
Trucks wants to sweep but no luck.
Trucks working a defensive guard here.
Trucks trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Trucks looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Trucks being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Trucks shoots in looking for a takedown. Tarlac tries to sprawl out of it but Trucks keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tarlac manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Trucks looking to score a takedown here. Tarlac is defending well but Trucks drives through and ends up in Tarlac's guard.
Trucks throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tarlac works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trucks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Trucks throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Tarlac is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Trucks throws a big elbow that misses.
Tarlac wants to sweep here but Trucks controlling him for the moment.
Trucks looking to sit in guard and control but Tarlac gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Trucks looking to control.
Tarlac must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Trucks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tarlac trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Tarlac preventing the sweep.
Tarlac's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Trucks managing to control the position. #SUB#
Trucks working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tarlac doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tarlac manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks is trying to keep Tarlac in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Some wild striking there from Tarlac.
Trucks lands a head shot.
Trucks changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tarlac tries to avoid it but Trucks manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tarlac to the ground. Tarlac escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Trucks dives in and grabs Tarlac's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tarlac pushes down on Trucks's head and hops out.
A punch combination from Tarlac misses.
A combination from Tarlac does no damage.
Tarlac throws a right and a left that Trucks avoids nicely.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Trucks rushes Tarlac and presses him up against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tarlac has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarlac misses with some punches.
Trucks jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tarlac walks away with a smile on his face. Trucks gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derek Trucks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Trucks misses with a takedown attempt - Tarlac sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A good leg kick by Trucks. #T1#
Trucks avoids a punch combination nicely.
Trucks quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Left hook, right uppercut from Trucks.
Trucks slips a jab and a cross from Tarlac.
#CL#
Tarlac tries to keep at a distance but Trucks has taken the fight into the clinch.
Trucks working Tarlac over with knees to the body.
Tarlac misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Trucks has clasped his hands together around Tarlac's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tarlac is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Derek Trucks overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Trucks throws an elbow but Tarlac slips to the side and avoids it well.#T2#
Tarlac is not content to let Trucks control the position. #SUB#
Trucks wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tarlac, who protects the arm well.
Tarlac regains half guard.
Trucks looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Trucks is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3##SUB#
Tarlac is defending against the submission attempts here by Trucks.
Trucks not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Trucks winds up and cracks Tarlac with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tarlac is looking for a sweep. Trucks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tarlac on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Trucks thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tarlac avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Trucks.
Trucks missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Trucks throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Trucks throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Trucks thows a huge punch but Tarlac dodges it nicely.
Trucks missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Trucks is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tarlac doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Trucks.
Tarlac tries to get to full guard but Trucks has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tarlac, as that shot connected.
Tarlac rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Trucks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Trucks fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Trucks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tarlac is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tarlac misses with a series of wild punches.
Tarlac throws a right hand that Trucks ducks under and follows up with a left that Trucks also avoids with ease.#TD#
Trucks throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tarlac was covering up waiting for the punch and Trucks finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Tarlac manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tarlac misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Trucks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tarlac is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tarlac letting Trucks take a breather here.
Trucks tries to pull guard but Tarlac won't allow it.
Trucks fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derek Trucks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tarlac working aggressively here.
Trucks is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tarlac tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tarlac swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks lands a right hand. #TD#
Trucks jumps into guard, dragging Tarlac to the mat.
Tarlac preventing the sweep.
Trucks has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Tarlac has passed into side control.
#T2#
Trucks is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tarlac off and has taken his back!
Trucks is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Tarlac up.
#SUB#
Trucks is persistently looking for the submission but Tarlac is defending it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks throwing strikes and Tarlac squirms under the pressure, ending up mounted.
Vladimir Tarlac has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trucks punching from mount but Tarlac doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Trucks prevents Tarlac from getting the reversal.
Tarlac tries to lock up and control but Trucks gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Trucks trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Trucks breaks from Tarlac's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Tarlac is squirming around, avoiding Trucks's attempts to control the action.
The referee warns Tarlac that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Tarlac takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tarlac takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Trucks wants to control the pace but Tarlac is squirming around nicely.
Tarlac holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Trucks tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#SUB#
Trucks wants to finish this one by submission but Tarlac is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Trucks. #T4#
Trucks looking to ground and pound but Tarlac is blocking nicely.
Tarlac is working to get back to half guard.
Trucks throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Trucks thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Trucks misses with a head shot.
Trucks prevents Tarlac from getting the reversal.
Trucks has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Trucks lands a couple of good shots and Tarlac has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Trucks, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
An out of breath and clearly excited Derek Trucks thanked Neon Zombie for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Vladimir Tarlac spoke after the fight, saying 'until next time '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Trucks or perhaps it was just good defense by West, which made it look bad.
Trucks misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and West counters by moving into the clinch.
Trucks blocks a body shot from West.
West struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
West tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing West back against the cage.
West misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks prevents a body shot from West.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks struggles to land a body shot inside as West controls his hands.
West tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks lands a nice knee to the body.
West is pressed up against the cage. Trucks has hold of a leg and is looking to drag West down to the mat. West avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Taribo West has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.
Trucks will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Trucks gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
West scores with a shot to the side of Trucks's head.
West tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
West is defending well against a takedown attempt.
West blocks a body shot from Trucks. #T1##TD2#
Trucks pulls West into guard.
West definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Trucks is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Trucks drops back looking for a leg! West is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and West manages to kick Trucks off! Trucks jumps back into West's guard.
West is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up.
Trucks looking to pass the guard.
Trucks slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
West working a defensive guard here.
Trucks showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Trucks throws a big elbow that misses.
Trucks throwing strikes from guard but West blocks nicely.
West on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if West tries to get out of the position.
Trucks lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Trucks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
West being controlled here, momentarily.
Trucks distracts West with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Trucks 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. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#KD2#
Trucks drops West with a beautiful combination! West stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Trucks is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Taribo West has been cut.
Trucks scores with a leg kick.
West misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks lands a jab to West's midsection.
Trucks looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
West closes the distance but Trucks moves to the side
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
West doesn't manage to clinch there - Trucks circles away.
#KD2#
Trucks lands a big head kick that sends West tumbling to the mat! Trucks takes a step backwards and waves West back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#West is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Taribo West's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Trucks throws a front kick that sends West stumbling back into the cage.
West throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Trucks counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! West falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks gave a mention to Neon Zombie in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 287 - Tokyo
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Derek Trucks!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Taro Takaoka and Shirou Masuda.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Trucks has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Trucks has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gracie uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Trucks isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gracie stacks Trucks on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (3) vs (0) Trucks
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Trucks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Trucks tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (3) vs (2) Trucks
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Trucks can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB2#
Trucks has gone for a leg lock! Gracie slips out almost immediately though and dives into Trucks's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (5) vs (2) Trucks#SUB2#
Trucks working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Gracie has passed into half guard!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trucks is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Gracie is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2##SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Gracie 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.
Gracie works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (8) vs (2) Trucks
Trucks looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Gracie (11) vs (2) Trucks#SUB#
Gracie looking to break Trucks's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Trucks remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gracie will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T3#
You can see the frustration on Trucks's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Gracie looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Trucks taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ruben Gracie!
Ruben Gracie thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 286
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Derek Trucks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Trucks gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Majere is trying to trip Trucks. He has hold of a leg but Trucks is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Majere persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Trucks (0) vs (2) Majere#SUB#
Trucks is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Majere rolls with it to try and escape but Trucks cranks on the arm and Majere is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derek Trucks!
During a confident post fight interview, Derek Trucks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SMASH: Andonian vs Chaos
Date: Nov 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
Trucks missing with a left hand there. Armstrong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Armstrong works Trucks's body with a nice hook.
Trucks misses with a double jab.
Trucks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Armstrong connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Armstrong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Armstrong.
Armstrong tests Trucks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Trucks lands a nice shot that snaps Armstrong's head back.
Armstrong connects with a body shot.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
Armstrong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Trucks.
Trucks gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Armstrong.
Trucks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Armstrong manages to avoid it.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Armstrong flicks out a counter leg kick but Trucks steps away.
Armstrong has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Armstrong is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Trucks rather than just go for the knockout.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Armstrong scores with a nice strike.
Trucks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Armstrong on the side of the head.
Armstrong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.
Trucks scores with a shot to the body.
Trucks stuns Armstrong with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Armstrong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Trucks moves away from the strike by Armstrong.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trucks throws a body punch but Armstrong moves out of range.
Armstrong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Trucks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Trucks misses its target.
Armstrong lands a nice hook to Trucks's body. Trucks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Armstrong staying out of range there.
Armstrong throws out a counter right but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Armstrong scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Trucks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks throws a sloppy body shot
and Armstrong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trucks scores with a jab. Armstrong acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Trucks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trucks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Trucks misses with the combination.
Armstrong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Trucks.
Armstrong takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Armstrong moves away.
Trucks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Armstrong counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Armstrong counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Armstrong throws a quick inside leg kick.
Armstrong scores with a nice right hand.
#T3#
Armstrong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Trucks throws a hook but Armstrong blocks it.
Trucks lands a nice shot to the body.
Armstrong lands with a shot to the body.
Trucks lands with an uppercut that bounces Armstrong off the cage and back into range.
Trucks misses the body punch
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Armstrong appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Trucks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trucks throws a sloppy body shot
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Armstrong.
Armstrong throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Trucks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab, jab by Armstrong - just one landing.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trucks misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4#
Armstrong stuns Trucks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Armstrong.
Armstrong scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A punch combination from Trucks misses.
Trucks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Armstrong circles away quickly and effectively.
Trucks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Armstrong moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Armstrong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Armstrong avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Armstrong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Armstrong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trucks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Trucks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A shot to the body from Trucks misses
and Armstrong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tim Armstrong will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Trucks.
Armstrong ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Armstrong throws a nice inside leg kick.
Armstrong catches Trucks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Armstrong ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Trucks lands a jab-cross combination.
Armstrong throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Armstrong throws a lazy right hand but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Armstrong jabs Trucks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Trucks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trucks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Armstrong swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Trucks.
Trucks takes one to the chin there.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trucks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Armstrong.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Armstrong swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Trucks counters with a left to the body.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Armstrong lands with a cross.
Armstrong cracks Trucks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Trucks misses with a right hand
and Armstrong counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Armstrong misses with a body shot.
Trucks throws a shot to the body.
Trucks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trucks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Armstrong.
Armstrong staying out of range there.
Armstrong lands a nice shot to the body.
Trucks takes a swing at Armstrong's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Armstrong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
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!
Trucks plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Armstrong scores with a hook to the body. Trucks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Armstrong punishes Trucks's body with a nice straight punch.
Armstrong slips under a jab.
Trucks swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Armstrong counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Trucks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Armstrong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Trucks blocks a jab.
Armstrong throws a shot from downtown. Trucks moves away and avoids it.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Armstrong.
Armstrong bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Trucks's head backwards.
Trucks throws a shot to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Trucks might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.#T3#
A jab from Armstrong misses.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
Armstrong scores with a jab to the jaw.
Armstrong misses with a wild body shot.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Armstrong is just out of range.
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A quick step to the side and Trucks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot by Armstrong.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks throws the left hand but Armstrong avoids the punch easily.
Armstrong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Armstrong connects with the punch.
Armstrong scores with a hook to the body. Trucks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Trucks works Armstrong's body with a nice hook.
Trucks throws a body punch but Armstrong moves out of range.
Armstrong appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Donk. Armstrong catches Trucks right on the button with a cross.
Armstrong cracks a nice hook into Trucks's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Armstrong takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Armstrong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trucks moves away.
Trucks swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Armstrong counter with a right hand.
Armstrong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jab from Trucks.
Tim Armstrong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Armstrong slips the punch.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Armstrong with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Armstrong lands a body shot.
Trucks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Armstrong scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Armstrong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Trucks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Armstrong avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Armstrong slips the punch.
Trucks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Armstrong scores with a shot to the body.
Trucks throws a lazy uppercut
and Armstrong counters with a left to the body.
Trucks misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Armstrong counters with a straight right hand.
Trucks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trucks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Armstrong lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Trucks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Trucks misses with a wild combination.
Trucks misses with a lunging right hand
and Armstrong counters with a nice uppercut.
Armstrong fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC2#Trucks is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Armstrong scores with a counter punch that sends Trucks to the canvas! Armstrong smells blood - he's punishing Trucks with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Trucks has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tim Armstrong! |
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Event:
SMASH: Edmond vs Torsten
Date: Oct 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Pereira cracks Trucks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sloppy strikes from Pereira. Those never looked like landing.
Pereira has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pereira there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jab, jab by Pereira - just one landing.
Pereira connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Trucks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Pereira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pereira takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Trucks lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks misses with a double jab
and Pereira counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Pereira throws a body shot but no joy.
Pereira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Pereira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Pereira on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trucks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Trucks lands a nice looking body shot.
Trucks checks a low kick from Pereira.
Trucks lands a nice looking body shot.
A left lands for Pereira.
Pereira avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Trucks lands a right hook to the body.
Pereira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pereira feints a counter leg kick.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Pereira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Pereira counters with a leg kick. #CL2#
Pereira clinches.
Trucks has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pereira after a bit of a struggle.
Pereira trying to land knees to the body.
Pereira misses with a knee strike.
Trucks tries to pull guard but Pereira forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Trucks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Pereira just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Derek Trucks. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Pereira tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing Pereira back against the cage.
Pereira with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pereira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Trucks tries to pull guard but Pereira holds him up against the cage and eventually Trucks drops back down to his feet.
Pereira tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing Pereira back against the cage.
Trucks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Pereira just stands there and leans against the cage.
Pereira throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD#
Trucks manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Pereira not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pereira tries to free his leg and advance position but Trucks is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Trucks looking for subs off his back but Pereira has passed one foot through into half guard.
Pereira is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Pereira uses his free foot to push down on Trucks's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Trucks.
Trucks really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Trucks is working hard here to advance position.
Pereira takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Trucks working to try and regain half guard.
Pereira trying to control but Trucks is having none of it. #T4#
Trucks is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Pereira is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Trucks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pereira.
Trucks was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Pereira moves out of range of the strikes.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Pereira slips the punch.
Trucks misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Michel Pereira will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Pereira throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A quick step to the side and Trucks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
Pereira lands with an overhand left.
Trucks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pereira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trucks slips under a jab.
Trucks works Pereira's body with a nice hook.
Pereira takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pereira lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Trucks is looking to wear down Pereira with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pereira drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Pereira looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
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!
Trucks looks to land a combination but Pereira avoids it well.
Pereira throws a counter combo.
Trucks scores with a body shot.
Trucks jabs Pereira to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Trucks misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Trucks thuds a left hand into Pereira's body.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
Pereira doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Trucks throws a right and a left that Pereira avoids nicely.
Trucks scores with a hook.
Trucks takes a swing at Pereira's ribcage but misses.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Pereira is just out of range.
Pereira feints a jab promting Trucks to slip. Pereira then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Trucks slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks misses with a jab to the body
and Pereira counters with a leg kick.
Trucks throws a series of punches but Pereira avoids them all with ease.
Pereira scores with a nice right hand.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Pereira's shoulder, as Pereira tries to avoid the shot.
Trucks slips a jab from Pereira.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Trucks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pereira manages to avoid it.
Trucks swings for the body but Pereira moves out of range.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Pereira wants to clinch up but Trucks keeps it at a distance.
Pereira loads up on a big right hand but Trucks slips the punch.
Trucks misses with a series of wild punches.
Trucks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Pereira throws out a counter right but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Pereira tries to score with a low kick but Trucks moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Trucks connects with a body shot.
Michel Pereira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab from Pereira.
Trucks jabs Pereira to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Trucks throws a jab when Pereira was well out of range.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Pereira takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Trucks cracks a nice hook into Pereira's ribs.
Pereira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pereira has time to react.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Pereira moves away and avoids it.
Trucks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pereira counters with a thumping low kick.
Pereira moves out of range of the strikes.
Pereira throws a fast counter high kick but Trucks manages to duck under it in time.
Trucks throws a right and a left that Pereira avoids nicely. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Pereira instigates a clinch.
Trucks tries to pull guard but Pereira holds him up against the cage and eventually Trucks drops back down to his feet.
Trucks tries to score a body lock takedown but Pereira shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Pereira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #TD#
Trucks turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Trucks manages to end up in side control.
Pereira explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Trucks lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Trucks stalks Pereira and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Pereira's face. Pereira staggers backwards, shaken.
Pereira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab from Pereira.
Pereira cracks Trucks with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Trucks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
An inside leg kick lands from Pereira.
Trucks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Good leg kick by Pereira.
Trucks connects with a nice looking jab.
Trucks misses with a jab to the body
and Pereira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pereira connects with a looping right hand.
Pereira takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira misses with a two punch combination.
Trucks misses with an uppercut. Pereira saw that one coming.
Pereira misses with a looping right.
Trucks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Pereira at a distance.
#T1#
Pereira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pereira scores with the left hand. Trucks knows he should have avoided that one.
A big right from Trucks misses.
Trucks misses with a left hand
and Pereira counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from Trucks misses
enabling Pereira to counter with a crisp jab.
Pereira takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Trucks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trucks. Pereira does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Pereira misses.
Trucks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pereira scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pereira lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Trucks circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks misses with a combination
and Pereira counters with a left right combination that sends Trucks crashing to the mat - Pereira wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Trucks out for a TKO! Devastating finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Pereira!
A victorious Michel Pereira 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:
SMASH: Dilbrandt vs FortyThree
Date: Aug 28, 2021 |
#R1#
A jab from Trucks misses.
Dinklage throws out a powerful jab.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Dinklage moves into range and clinches up with Trucks.
Trucks fails to pull guard.
Trucks tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Trucks tries for a takedown but Dinklage manages to get underhooks.
Peter Dinklage has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Trucks.
Trucks is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dinklage gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Trucks is trying to pull guard but Dinklage turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Trucks jumps guard but Dinklage turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Dinklage is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dinklage has had enough of the clinch but Trucks keeps him there for the moment.#T1#
Trucks jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dinklage walks away with a smile on his face. Trucks gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dinklage swinging wildly here.
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
Dinklage throws a big counter combination but Trucks scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Dinklage closes the distance and clinches.
Trucks has Dinklage pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dinklage manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Trucks tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Trucks ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Trucks no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Dinklage wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving.
Dinklage tries to stand but Trucks is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Trucks isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Dinklage stacks Trucks on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Dinklage!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dinklage will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Trucks regains half guard.
Dinklage with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
It looks like Dinklage is going to stand back up.
#SUB2#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dinklage pulls his head out easily.
Dinklage with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Trucks gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Trucks is looking for a triangle but Dinklage pushes his legs off easily.
Dinklage really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Trucks has his foot on Dinklage's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dinklage works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Trucks had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dinklage defends it easily.#SU#
Dinklage decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Trucks, up you get!
Trucks moves out of range of the body kick.
Trucks misses with a double jab.
Good leg kick by Dinklage.
A head kick misses from Dinklage.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Dinklage misses with a head kick.
#T4#
Trucks misses with a double jab.
Trucks fails to land with a series of punches.
Dinklage with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Trucks lands a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Dinklage moves into the clinch.
Trucks has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dinklage is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Dinklage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Trucks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Trucks looks winded!
Trucks works Dinklage's body with a nice hook.
Dinklage fails in his attempt to clinch.
Trucks takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Dinklage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks connects with a body shot that sends Dinklage's belly button to the back.
Trucks connects with a body shot.
Trucks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Peter Dinklage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Dinklage's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dinklage misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Trucks counters with a right hand to the body.
Dinklage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Trucks takes a kick to the side of the head.
Dinklage looks for the body kick but Trucks saw that one coming.
Dinklage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trucks throws a series of punches but Dinklage moves out of range.
Dinklage swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dinklage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dinklage connects with a crisp jab.
Trucks digs a good hook to Dinklage's body.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Dinklage slips the punch.
Trucks throws a right and a left that Dinklage avoids nicely.
Dinklage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dinklage swinging wildly here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks swats away the attempt to clinch by Dinklage.#T1#
Dinklage dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Trucks. That did some damage!
Dinklage misses the jab.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Trucks walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dinklage takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
Peter Dinklage is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dinklage lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#ROC#Trucks is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Derek Trucks's cut even more.#CL#
Dinklage has closed the distance and engaged Trucks in a clinch.
Trucks is still on wobbly legs! Can Dinklage finish him?#BC#
Dinklage breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dinklage plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Trucks to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Trucks just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Peter Dinklage! |
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Event:
CWC 230
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Derek Trucks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Kevin Huang!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Trucks pushes Huang up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Huang jumps guard and drags Trucks to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Huang controlling Trucks's posture.
Huang is continuing to stall.
Huang looking for a sweep. Not yet Huang, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Huang trying to control the position here.
Trucks trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Trucks not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Huang looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Trucks puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T2#
Still in half guard, Trucks seems content to control.
Huang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Huang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Huang manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Huang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Huang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Trucks is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Huang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Huang keeping moving, preventing Trucks from controlling successfully. #T4#
Trucks controlling from the top position.
Trucks tries to free his leg and advance position but Huang is retaining full guard.
Trucks is stalling in the full guard.
Trucks will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T5#
Trucks stopping the sweep attempt from Huang.
Trucks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huang is keeping the position for now.
Huang wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Trucks sitting in guard here, content to control.
Huang looking for a sweep. Not yet Huang, not yet. #T6#
Huang wants to improve his position but instead Trucks has moved into half guard.
Trucks keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Huang moves into full guard.
Huang pulls Trucks in close to prevent any damage. #T7#
Let's hope that Huang has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T8#
Huang controls Trucks momentarily but Trucks frees himself.
Huang wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Trucks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huang is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Trucks is working hard here to advance position.
Trucks sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Huang is adopting a defensive guard.
Trucks postures up.
#T10#
Huang pulls Trucks in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Huang working a defensive guard here.
#T11#
Trucks wants to control from the top but Huang keeps moving.
Trucks content to stall in guard here.
Trucks's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Huang trying to control the position here. #T12#
The adventures of Huang the control monster continue. Boring.#T13#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trucks pushing down on Huang's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T14#
Trucks is keen to just control but Huang is a slippery customer.
Huang tries to roll over but Trucks keeps him under control.
Trucks looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Huang is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Trucks has latched onto it... Big trouble! Trucks pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Huang is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Trucks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 221
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Helio Silva! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Derek Trucks!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Anthony Taglia and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Trucks moves into the clinch.#TD#
Silva works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva (2) vs (0) Trucks
Silva is fighting to break Trucks's control of his arms but Trucks is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Trucks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Trucks is retaining full guard.
Silva engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Trucks seems keen to control Silva's posture.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Silva is now in half guard.
Silva is taking a breather. Trucks 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.
Silva is thwarting Trucks's attempts to control the position.
Trucks is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Well, if Silva is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Trucks keeping control of the position.
Trucks is trying to control but Silva manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (5) vs (0) Trucks#T3#
Trucks stops Silva from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Silva looking to control and managing it successfully.
Trucks can't escape the position.
#T4#
Silva pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva controlling the pace for now.
Trucks really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Silva controlling from mount.
Trucks is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T5#
Trucks tries to lock up and control but Silva gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Trucks is trying desperately to improve position.
Silva fails to advance to Trucks's back.
Silva controlling his opponent. #T6#
Trucks working to try and regain half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Silva takes Trucks's back. Score +3 for taking back: Silva (8) vs (0) Trucks
Trucks has hold of Silva's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.
Silva slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T7#
Silva keeps control of the position as Trucks tries to break free.
Trucks trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Trucks is trying to break free.
#T8#
Silva really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Trucks.
Trucks looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Silva not allowing Trucks to control his hands.
Silva keeps control of the position easily here as Trucks tries to buck him off.
Trucks trying to control the action but Silva just sinks the hooks in. #T10#
Trucks wants to escape the position.
Silva trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Trucks doesn't escape. #T11#
Trucks turns into Silva and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (8) vs (2) Trucks
Silva is adopting a defensive guard.#T12#
Silva controls Trucks momentarily but Trucks frees himself.
Trucks won't allow Silva to sweep him here. #T13#
Silva is working hard here to advance position.
Trucks pushes down on Silva's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Silva is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Trucks jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (8) vs (5) Trucks
Trucks is staying tight to Silva's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Silva is trying to control Trucks's posture but Trucks avoids it.
Silva tries to improve position but can't. #T14#
The referee asks Trucks politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Trucks prefers to stall for the moment though.
Silva can't do much from the bottom here.
Silva tries to buck Trucks off but Trucks is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Silva takes the fight on points by 8 to 5. |
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Event:
CACC 216
Date: Jun 27, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Derek Trucks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Michael Garibaldi!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Shigeki Sano and Yuuki Gou.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Trucks instigates a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Garibaldi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Trucks wants to take the fight to the mat but Garibaldi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Garibaldi pulls Trucks into guard.
Garibaldi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Trucks sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Garibaldi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trucks is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garibaldi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Garibaldi has control of Trucks's left arm, preventing Trucks from doing any damage.
Trucks preventing the sweep.
Trucks showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Garibaldi looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Trucks has picked Garibaldi up and slammed him! Garibaldi can't keep hold of the triangle and Trucks manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Trucks (3) vs (0) Garibaldi
Garibaldi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trucks (3) vs (2) Garibaldi#SUB2#
Garibaldi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Trucks defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Trucks is looking to improve his position.
Trucks holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Garibaldi with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Garibaldi is looking to advance position but Trucks won't allow it.
Garibaldi content to control rather than advance.
Let's hope that Garibaldi 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.#T3##SUB2#
Garibaldi seems to be working for a kimura but Trucks defends the submission attempt.
Garibaldi is taking a breather. Trucks 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Garibaldi.#T4#
Trucks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5#
Garibaldi keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Garibaldi wants to pass to mount but Trucks is defending the position.
Garibaldi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T6#
Garibaldi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Garibaldi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Garibaldi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Garibaldi is working for a kimura but Trucks is defending it quite comfortably.
#T7#
Garibaldi content to control rather than advance.
Yet more stalling tactics from Garibaldi.#T8#
Trucks has his hands clasped together around Garibaldi's back. He's all about the action.
Garibaldi controlling the action here. #T9##T10#
More stalling from Garibaldi.
Garibaldi is trying to control. Trucks wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Trucks wants to improve his position but Garibaldi is controlling well.
Well, if Garibaldi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T11#
Trucks wants to control but Garibaldi is keeping busy.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Garibaldi in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Garibaldi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Trucks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Trucks tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Garibaldi has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Trucks (3) vs (5) Garibaldi#T12#
Trucks 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.
Garibaldi slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Garibaldi seems to be working for a kimura but Trucks defends the submission attempt.
Garibaldi stalling. #T13#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garibaldi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Garibaldi is controlling the pace.
#T14#
Trucks won't allow Garibaldi to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garibaldi is controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garibaldi wins on points by 5 to 3.
An out of breath Michael Garibaldi 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:
CACC Rock vs Chai
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Derek Trucks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Jimmy Nitro!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nitro is looking to clinch. #CL#
Trucks forces Nitro back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Trucks pulls guard successfully.
Nitro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nitro wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trucks wants to sweep but no luck.
Nitro wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.
Trucks is pulling down on Nitro's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nitro looking to sit in guard and control but Trucks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trucks (2) vs (0) Nitro#T1#
Nitro keeping full guard, as Trucks tries to pass.
Trucks controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Trucks won't allow Nitro to sweep him here.
Trucks seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nitro is looking to sweep but instead, Trucks has passed into half guard.
Nitro is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Nitro trying to control but Trucks postures up.
Trucks perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Trucks prevents Nitro from improving his position.
Trucks trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Nitro tries to roll over but Trucks keeps him under control.
Nitro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Trucks (5) vs (0) Nitro
Nitro has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Trucks (8) vs (0) Nitro
Nitro is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Trucks off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T6#
Trucks keeps control of the position easily here as Nitro tries to buck him off.
#SUB#
Trucks tightening his grip on Nitro, looking for the choke.
Nitro is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T7#
Nitro rolls, trying to escape but Trucks keeps control of the position.
Trucks controls the action.
Nitro tries to escape but Trucks has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Trucks controlling the position well here. Nitro rolled but Trucks kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T8#
Nitro tries to escape but Trucks has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Trucks controls the action.
Trucks continues to stall.
Nitro looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T9#
Nitro tries to escape the position.
Trucks controlling the position well here. Nitro rolled but Trucks kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T10#
Nitro tries to escape but Trucks has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T11#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Nitro tries to break free.
Trucks controls the position.#T12##T13#
Trucks has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Trucks.#T14#
Nitro is in bad spot here.
Trucks is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
More hug and hope from Trucks.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trucks takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A very excited looking Derek Trucks 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:
CACC Rio
Date: Jun 06, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Konstantin Kuznetsov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Derek Trucks!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Paulo Santos and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kuznetsov rushes Trucks and presses him up against the cage.
Trucks is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kuznetsov to keep the fight standing.
Kuznetsov is trying to drag Trucks to the mat but Trucks just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kuznetsov has Trucks pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Trucks manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Kuznetsov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Trucks is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Trucks is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kuznetsov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Trucks pulls him back up using the underhooks.
I was talking to Kuznetsov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Trucks is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kuznetsov to keep the fight standing.
Kuznetsov tries to score a body lock takedown but Trucks shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Trucks jumps guard and drags Kuznetsov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Trucks is trying to control the position but Kuznetsov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks can't keep his opponent in guard - Kuznetsov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kuznetsov trying to pass the guard but Trucks defending well. #T1#
Kuznetsov controlling the pace.
Trucks wants to control but Kuznetsov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Kuznetsov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Trucks trying to hold on to Kuznetsov's head to control him but Kuznetsov postures up.
Kuznetsov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Kuznetsov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Trucks is concentrating on defense, preventing Kuznetsov from advancing position. #T4#
Kuznetsov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T5#
Kuznetsov is thwarting Trucks's attempts to control the position.
Kuznetsov trying to pass the guard but Trucks defending well.
Trucks tries to roll over but Kuznetsov keeps him under control.
Kuznetsov is thwarting Trucks's attempts to control the position.#T6#
Kuznetsov not doing much here.
Trucks slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kuznetsov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T7#
Trucks keeping full guard, as Kuznetsov tries to pass.
Kuznetsov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Trucks is trying to control the position but Kuznetsov postures up.
Kuznetsov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T8#
Trucks looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kuznetsov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kuznetsov slips nicely into half guard.#T9#
Trucks is pressing down on Kuznetsov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kuznetsov trying to move into half guard but instead Trucks has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kuznetsov (0) vs (2) Trucks
Kuznetsov is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up.
Kuznetsov seems keen to control Trucks's posture.
Kuznetsov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T10#
Kuznetsov seems keen to control Trucks's posture.
Kuznetsov wants to hit a sweep here but Trucks passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kuznetsov there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kuznetsov (0) vs (5) Trucks
Kuznetsov tries to hold on but Trucks pushes him away.
Kuznetsov regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Kuznetsov wants to get back to full guard.
Kuznetsov won't allow Trucks to pass to mount.
Kuznetsov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Trucks is controlling the pace.
#T12#
Trucks wants to pass the guard but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Kuznetsov wants to control but Trucks is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T13#
Kuznetsov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kuznetsov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kuznetsov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kuznetsov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Trucks from controlling successfully. #T14#
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kuznetsov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Trucks being controlled here momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kuznetsov wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trucks wins on points by 5 to 0.
An out of breath Derek Trucks 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:
C39: Steve vs. Jako
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Trucks is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Loco is aware though and is defending well.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that Trucks has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1##SUB2#
Trucks working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Loco has passed into half guard!
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
Loco is taking a breather. Trucks 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.#SUB2#
Trucks looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Trucks gets back to full guard.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Loco content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Trucks working for a triangle but Loco defends it easily.
Loco stays in close to Trucks's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Trucks working for a triangle but Loco defends it easily.
Loco wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.#T3#
Trucks being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Trucks manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Trucks falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Loco counter with a right hand.
Loco dodges the punch combination from Trucks.
Loco blocks a jab.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks lands with a kick to the temple. Loco shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Trucks sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
Trucks lands a high kick!
#T4#
Trucks throws a head kick that half lands.
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Loco sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Trucks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Loco changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Trucks sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spanky Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Trucks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks lands a head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Trucks misses with a body kick.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Trucks counters with a flying knee. Nice.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Trucks lands a high kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Spanky Loco has been cut.
Loco takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A head kick misses from Loco.
Spanky Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Trucks throws a series of punches but Loco avoids them all with ease.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Trucks is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Trucks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Loco gets tackled into the cage by Trucks. Trucks maintains the clinch.
Loco working aggressively here.
Loco swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Trucks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco looks to clinch
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Loco rushes Trucks and presses him up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Trucks's efforts to push away.#T1#
Loco is trying to pull guard but Trucks turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spanky Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Trucks fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Trucks tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Trucks to the ground. Trucks escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Trucks thows a body kick. Loco tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Trucks shows good takedown defense.
Trucks connects with the punch.
Trucks swings for the body but Loco moves out of range.
#CL2#
Trucks gets a clinch. #BC2#
Trucks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Trucks. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
Loco is looking for a counter combo.
Trucks scores with a one two! Loco had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Trucks counters with a head kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Trucks.
Trucks lands a body shot.
Trucks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Loco.
Trucks lands a high kick!
Loco doesn't manage to clinch there - Trucks circles away.
Trucks misses with a head kick.
Trucks slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Trucks throws a right and a left that Loco avoids nicely.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Trucks to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt.
Trucks cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Trucks, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Trucks against the cage but Trucks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Loco shoots in but Trucks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Trucks throws a head kick that Loco semi-blocks.
Trucks dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!
Loco misses with a leg kick.
Trucks misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
Trucks looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T4#
Trucks connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Loco takes a kick to the side of the head.
Trucks misses with a head kick.
It looked like Loco was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Trucks tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Trucks to the ground. Trucks escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Trucks throws a big counter head kick but Loco avoids it with no problem.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Trucks, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Trucks against the cage but Trucks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Trucks throws a head kick that half lands.
Loco avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Loco appears to be looking for a big counter.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Trucks sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Spanky Loco's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Trucks scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Loco back to the cage. Trucks follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Trucks lands with a right hand.
Loco slips a straight right by Trucks.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Trucks counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
Trucks leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Trucks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spanky Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks misses with the body kick
and Loco counters with a straight right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Trucks keeps Loco at a distance using the push kick.
Trucks displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco. #T1#
Trucks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Trucks lets loose with a powerful body kick. Loco will feel that in the morning.
Loco dives in and grabs Trucks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Trucks pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Trucks throws a head kick that Loco semi-blocks.
Trucks scores with a head kick. Loco tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Loco has been working on his balance at Fight Club Gym 600pw, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Trucks.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Trucks, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Trucks against the cage but Trucks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
Trucks dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Trucks tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Trucks manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Trucks explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
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!
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Trucks counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Loco thinking.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Trucks cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Trucks's waist but Trucks gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Loco takes a jab right on the kisser.
Loco throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Trucks lands a jab-cross combination.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Loco.
Spanky Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Loco shoots in but Trucks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Trucks stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Trucks wants it to stay on the feet.
Trucks connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Loco momentarily.
Trucks throws a sloppy head kick and Loco moves out of range easily.
Trucks throws a head kick that misses.
A lazy left from Trucks finds it's target.
Nice body kick there by Trucks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Loco.
Trucks throws a counter combo.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Loco blocks a head kick by Trucks.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T4#
Loco uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Trucks cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Trucks displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks scores with a head kick.
Trucks throws a sloppy head kick and Loco moves out of range easily.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Trucks counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Trucks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trucks lands with a slapping head kick.
Trucks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Trucks lunges at Loco with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Loco's hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Trucks winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 25:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 25:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
C31: Chlen vs. Sonni
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Trucks looks for the body kick but McCockiner saw that one coming.
McCockiner lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
Trucks has taken the fight to the clinch.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks tries to work over McCockiner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
McCockiner breaks from the clinch.
Trucks lands a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Barry McCockiner has been cut.
Trucks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCockiner.
McCockiner keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
McCockiner was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCockiner moves out of range as Trucks throws a body kick.
McCockiner swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Trucks misses.
Trucks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Trucks avoids the head kick by McCockiner.
Trucks thinks about the counter body kick.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
McCockiner is looking to counter with head kicks.
Trucks looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
McCockiner bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McCockiner walks into a left hand.
Trucks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Trucks slips a straight right by McCockiner.
Trucks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCockiner doesn't seem bothered though.
Trucks misses with a leg kick
letting McCockiner counter with a right hand.
Trucks throws a leg kick
and McCockiner counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Trucks just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from McCockiner on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Trucks looks to land a left hand but McCockiner moved out of range nicely.
McCockiner tried to counter with a leg kick but Trucks avoided it.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and McCockiner counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Trucks tries to land a front kick but McCockiner steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
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!
Trucks looks to land a right hand but McCockiner moved out of range.
Trucks throws a leg kick
and McCockiner counters with a flying knee. Nice. #T2#
McCockiner avoids the body shot from Trucks.
McCockiner throwing a counter right hand but Trucks manages to avoid it.
McCockiner lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks blocks a head kick by McCockiner.
Trucks misses with a series of wild punches.
McCockiner scores with a hook.
Nice shot by McCockiner.
McCockiner misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCockiner moves out of range of the strikes.
McCockiner swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Trucks takes one on the button.#T3#
Trucks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McCockiner half committed to a counter leg kick.
Trucks throws a nice outside leg kick. #KD#
McCockiner lands a big right hand that sends Trucks crashing to the mat! McCockiner stays standing though and waves Trucks back to his feet!#ROC#Trucks is rocked!
McCockiner lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Trucks up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs McCockiner from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Trucks's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Barry McCockiner!
Barry McCockiner decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
C24: Gee vs. Overflow
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Stewart misses with a series of wild punches.
Stewart tries a head kick but it misses.
Trucks looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Stewart throws a head kick but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A head kick by Stewart misses
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stewart.
A head kick misses from Stewart.
Nice defenses there by Stewart.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Stewart moves away and avoids it.
Stewart lands a head kick. Trucks smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Stewart throws a head kick that half lands.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Stewart.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stewart takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Stewart throws a lazy head kick
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
Stewart sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Stewart is breathing heavily.#T1#
Trucks looks to land a body kick but Stewart moved away.
Trucks delivers a nice body kick.
Trucks looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Trucks connects with a leg kick.
Stewart throws a sloppy body shot
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Trucks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Stewart at a distance.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Stewart.
Stewart throws a lazy head kick
and Trucks counters with a good low kick that Stewart was not able to check.
A solid leg kick lands there for Trucks.
Stewart misses with a combination
#KD2#
and Trucks counters with a beautiful punch that sends Stewart to the canvas! #CUT2#It looks like Don Stewart has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks passes Stewart's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Trucks wants to stand up but Stewart has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB#
Stewart is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trucks pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Trucks seems to be working for a kimura but Stewart defends the submission attempt.
Stewart is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Trucks is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Stewart doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Trucks. #SUB2#
Trucks is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stewart has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Stewart is defending against the submission attempts here by Trucks.
Stewart wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Trucks is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Trucks is trying to work for a kimura but Stewart is defending well.
#SUB#
Stewart actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Stewart manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Trucks trying to control the position from guard on top but Stewart is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Stewart working for a triangle but Trucks defends it easily.
#SUB#
Stewart is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Trucks passes Stewart's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Stewart looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Trucks is working for a kimura but Stewart is defending it quite comfortably.
Stewart is not content to let Trucks control the position.#SUB#
Stewart actively working from the bottom here.
Stewart won't allow Trucks to pass to mount.
Stewart gets full guard.
Trucks wants to control from the top but Stewart keeps moving. #SUB#
Stewart is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Stewart avoids the head kick by Trucks.
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stewart sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Stewart blocks the low kick.
Trucks gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Stewart counters with a stiff right hand.
Trucks misses with a straight left. #CL#
Stewart moves into the clinch.
Stewart misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks can't find room to land a body shot as Stewart controls the action.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Stewart uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stewart misses with some punches.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stewart tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A body shot lands from Trucks.
Stewart blocks an uppercut.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Stewart fails to land.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1#
A short right from Trucks on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Stewart fails to land.
Stewart misses with the head strike.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Stewart's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stewart softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Trucks decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Trucks has his foot on Stewart's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stewart works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Stewart sitting in guard here, content to control.
Stewart passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Stewart is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Trucks has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
Trucks can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trucks is looking for a sweep.
Trucks manages to work his way to half guard, despite Stewart's best efforts.#SUB2#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.
Stewart trying to control the action but Trucks is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Trucks trying to control but Stewart postures up.
#SUB2#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stewart pulls his head out easily.
Stewart is looking to take a break and control but Trucks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.
Stewart is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Stewart with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Trucks is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Trucks looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stewart is pressing down on Trucks's thigh, looking to free his foot. Trucks is holding on for now.
Stewart working Trucks over with strikes. #SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stewart tries to pass the half guard into mount. Trucks knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks is refusing to be controlled, as Stewart sits in half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Stewart.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stewart throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Trucks's head.
Stewart with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Trucks to score with a decent uppercut.
Stewart ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stewart swinging wildly here.
Some wild striking there from Trucks.
Stewart comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Trucks lands a front kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Trucks tries to work over Stewart's front leg with a kick but Stewart checks it.
Trucks feints and then cracks Stewart's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Stewart down.
Trucks misses with a right hand
and Stewart counters with a one-two to the body.
Stewart defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Stewart went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A head kick misses from Stewart.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Stewart is looking to wear down Trucks with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Trucks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Trucks cracks Stewart with a right hand to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stewart. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trucks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks with a nice calf kick.
Stewart stuns Trucks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Good leg kick by Trucks. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stewart falls off balance throwing a combination
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stewart throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Stewart tries to clinch there but Trucks circles away.
As Stewart backs off Trucks throws a huge counter combo but Stewart manages to avoid it all.
Trucks moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Trucks stuns Stewart with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Stewart walks forward, straight into a front kick from Trucks.
Trucks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Trucks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Stewart misses the target.
Trucks scores with a hook.
Trucks lands a nice looking kick to the body. Stewart takes a step back to recover.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Stewart uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Trucks, as that shot connected.
#T3#
Stewart takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stewart misses with a head kick.
Trucks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Stewarts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Stewart throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Don Stewart is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Stewart is out of range.
Trucks swings for the body but Stewart moves out of range.
Stewart throws a lazy head kick
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Stewart uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stewart is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Stewart misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stewart on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A lazy left from Trucks finds it's target.#ROC2#Stewart is rocked!
Stewart drops his hands momentarily and Trucks needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Stewart just on the top of the head. Stewart drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Stewart - he's done!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Derek Trucks!
After winning the bout, Derek Trucks 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:
PANDA 77
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Larkin lands a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Larkin with a nice cross.
Trucks cracks Larkin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Larkin.
Larkin just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTrucks.
A slow jab from Larkin misses its intended target.
A big right from Larkin misses.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and Larkin counters with a straight right hand.
Larkin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Trucks in his tracks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Larkin throws a big shot that misses.
Trucks misses with a hook to the body
and Larkin counters with a straight right hand.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Larkin.
Trucks throws out a leg kick but Larkin moves out of range and Trucks only half commits.
Larkin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Trucks swings for the body but Larkin moves out of range.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trucks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trucks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Larkin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Donnie Larkin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Larkin throws a looping overhand right but Trucks ducks down to avoid it.
Trucks avoids the head kick by Larkin.
Larkin cracks Trucks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Trucks rushes Larkin and presses him up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trucks.
Larkin working hard to break the clinch.
Trucks lands a nice uppercut.
Larkin blocks a body shot from Trucks.
Larkin is trying to break free.#BC2#
Larkin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Larkin on the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Donnie Larkin has been cut.#T2#
Larkin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Larkin ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Larkin lands a jab to the nose.
Larkin attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A big right from Trucks misses.
The fighters circling - Larkin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Trucks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Larkin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Trucks's hands.
Trucks takes a swing at Larkin's ribcage but misses.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trucks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Larkin misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Larkin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Larkin moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Larkin misses with a head kick.
#T3#
Trucks lands a jab.
Trucks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Larkin throws a big counter head kick but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
Larkin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trucks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Larkin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Larkin is predictable there
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Larkin ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Trucks jabs Larkin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Trucks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Trucks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Trucks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Larkin.
Trucks is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT2#Derek Trucks's cut is getting worse.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Larkin throws a push kick but Trucks slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Larkin.
Trucks moves away from the strike by Larkin.
Trucks misses with a low kick.
Trucks misses with a body kick.
Larkin looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trucks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Larkin is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Trucks had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Larkin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trucks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Larkin was well out of range. Poor timing from Trucks.
Larkin throws the left hand but Trucks avoids the punch easily.
Trucks plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A low kick from Trucks is predictable there
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Larkin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Donnie Larkin's cut even more.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Larkin scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Larkin lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC2#Trucks is rocked!
Trucks tries to get into range but Larkin steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Trucks! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Larkin scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Donnie Larkin!
Donnie Larkin bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PANDA 71
Date: Jan 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Omarov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Omarov. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trucks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Omarov scores with a body shot.
Trucks misses with a left hand
and Omarov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Omarov.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and Omarov counters with a nice uppercut.
Omarov slips under a jab.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Trucks fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Jabbar Omarov has been cut.
Omarov misses with a wild body shot.
Omarov stuns Trucks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Omarov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Trucks circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A quick step to the side and Omarov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Omarov slips under a jab from Trucks.
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Omarov misses the shot to the body.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Omarov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Omarov looks to clinch
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Omarov throws a shot from downtown. Trucks moves away and avoids it.
Nice uppercut lands for Omarov. That snapped Trucks's head back.
Omarov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Trucks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Trucks throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Omarov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Trucks throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Trucks has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Omarov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Omarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Trucks has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cope's Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Trucks has his foot on Omarov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Omarov works his way back into a safe position though.
Trucks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Omarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Omarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Trucks working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Omarov.
Omarov throwing strikes from guard but Trucks blocks nicely.
Omarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Omarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Omarov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Trucks's head.#SUB2#
Omarov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trucks has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Omarov has managed to get both his arms back between Trucks's legs - danger averted.
Omarov postures up in Trucks's guard and throws a big left but Trucks blocks it.
Omarov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Trucks looking for a guillotine here but Omarov defends easily.
Trucks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Omarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Trucks is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Omarov is controlling him. #SUB2#
Trucks escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Omarov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Omarov wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Omarov postures up.
Omarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Omarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Omarov lands a couple of digs.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Omarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Omarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Omarov lands a couple of digs.#ROC#Trucks is rocked!#SUB2#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Trucks is still in real trouble! Can Omarov finish him?
Omarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Omarov advances to half guard. #T4#
Omarov scores with a big shot! Trucks's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Trucks! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jabbar Omarov!
Jabbar Omarov managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Altitude Clothing, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
PANDA 54
Date: Dec 05, 2020 |
#R1##KD#
Trucks lands a head kick that stumbles Larkin and the fighters go to the mat. #CUT#It looks like Donnie Larkin has been cut.
Larkin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Trucks tries to stand but Larkin is controlling from the bottom.
Larkin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Larkin looking for a sweep. Not yet Larkin, not yet.
Trucks trying to control but Larkin is working from the bottom.
Trucks is looking to stand up but Larkin won't let him.
Larkin is trying to keep Trucks in close.
Trucks trying to control the position from guard on top but Larkin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Trucks looks for the body kick but Larkin saw that one coming.
Larkin blocks a jab.#T1#
Trucks drops his hands momentarily and Larkin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Larkin shoots in for a takedown but Trucks shows good takedown defense.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Larkin is out of range.
Trucks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Larkin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Trucks throws a front kick that sends Larkin stumbling back into the cage.
Larkin with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Trucks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Trucks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
A cross from Larkin lands.#TD2#
Larkin shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Larkin was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks is trying to control Larkin's posture but Larkin avoids it.
Trucks tries to buck Larkin off but Larkin is having none of it.
Larkin wants to control but Trucks is keeping him busy.
Larkin creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T2#
Trucks is trying to control Larkin's posture but Larkin avoids it.
Larkin is putting a hurting on Trucks here, landing some big shots from side control.
Trucks seems a little lost for a moment, as Larkin dominates the positioning.
Trucks manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Larkin pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Trucks looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Larkin wants to free his trapped foot but Trucks is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Larkin tries to stand but can't do so whilst Trucks controls his leg.
Larkin working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T3#
Larkin prevents Trucks from standing back up.
Trucks is staying active underneath Larkin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Trucks trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Larkin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Larkin controlling the action here. #SUB#
Trucks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Larkin pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.
Trucks trying to control but Larkin postures up.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Trucks looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Larkin tries to pass to full mount but Trucks defends it.
Larkin is keen to just control but Trucks is a slippery customer.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab lands there for Trucks.
A shot to the liver by Trucks. Beautiful body shot.
Trucks throws a wild body kick that Larkin sees coming a mile off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Trucks lands an overhand right.
Larkin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trucks is looking to counter punch.
A lazy left from Trucks finds it's target.#TD2#
Larkin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Trucks makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Larkin blocks a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Larkin shoots in and gets a takedown into Trucks's guard.
Trucks has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Larkin has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Larkin avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
Larkin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Trucks avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Trucks presses Larkin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trucks tries to work over Larkin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Trucks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice body punch from Larkin.
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
Larkin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Trucks.
Trucks attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Trucks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Larkin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Larkin! But no joy.#T1#
Trucks lands a nice shot that snaps Larkin's head back.
Trucks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Larkin can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Trucks misses the target.
Larkin throws a good cross that connects.
Larkin lands with a kick to the temple. Trucks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Trucks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #KD#
Trucks lands a head kick that stumbles Larkin and the fighters go to the mat. #ROC#Larkin is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Donnie Larkin's cut even more.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Larkin wants to sweep here but Trucks controlling him for the moment.
Larkin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Trucks manages to get himself to full guard.
 #SUB#
Trucks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Larkin defends well.#SUB#
Trucks looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Trucks has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Larkin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2##SUB#
Trucks had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Larkin defends it easily.
Trucks has momentary wrist control but Larkin slips an elbow through the middle.
Trucks has a closed guard, preventing Larkin from standing up. #SUB#
Trucks looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Larkin passes into side control.
Trucks struggling a bit here.
Trucks takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T3#
Trucks is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Larkin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Trucks has escaped the position, nice work there.
Trucks is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Trucks seems a little lost for a moment, as Larkin dominates the positioning.#SU2#
Larkin decides to stand up, so the ref orders Trucks to his feet.
Larkin throws a head kick that Trucks semi-blocks.
Larkin fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Trucks avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Larkin looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T4##SUB#
Trucks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Larkin wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.#SUB#
Trucks throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Larkin escapes and throws Trucks's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Larkin tries to move into full mount but can't pass Trucks's legs.
Trucks tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Larkin presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Trucks bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD2#
Larkin closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Larkin lands in his opponent's guard.
Larkin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Trucks escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Larkin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Trucks is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Larkin is aware though and is defending well.
Donnie Larkin has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Trucks working for a triangle but Larkin defends it easily.
#SUB#
Larkin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trucks has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Larkin has managed to get both his arms back between Trucks's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1##SUB#
Larkin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trucks has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Larkin has managed to get both his arms back between Trucks's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Trucks throws his legs up looking for a submission but Larkin uses it to pass to side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Trucks is not content to let Larkin control the position.
Larkin advances to full mount.
Trucks regains half guard.#SUB2#
Larkin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Trucks actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Larkin moves into full mount! Trucks won't be happy about that!
Larkin controlling from mount.
Trucks is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Larkin controlling his opponent.
Trucks in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Trucks is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Larkin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Trucks is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Larkin avoids the attempt from Trucks to control.
Larkin trying to control but Trucks is having none of it.
Trucks tries to lock up and control but Larkin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Larkin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Trucks is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SU2#
Larkin stands up from mount. Strange move.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
Trucks throws a front kick that sends Larkin stumbling back into the cage.#TD2#
Larkin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Larkin drops an elbow to the side of Trucks's head. #T4#
Larkin trying to control the pace.
Larkin is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Donnie Larkin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trucks is looking to improve his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Larkin lands a nice short elbow.
Larkin working Trucks over with strikes. #SUB#
Trucks looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Larkin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Trucks sees it coming and defends easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Donnie Larkin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Trucks 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
After winning the bout, Derek Trucks 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:
PANDA 44
Date: Nov 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rees Mogg lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CUT2#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Rees Mogg misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
Trucks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Rees Mogg 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rees Mogg takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rees Mogg gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#ROC#Rees Mogg is rocked!#KD#
Trucks throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Rees Mogg tumbling to the canvas!
Rees Mogg is still in real trouble! Can Trucks finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rees Mogg swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SU#
Trucks gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Rees Mogg wants to stay close but Trucks steps back to make room for something. Rees Mogg seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Trucks and Rees Mogg drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Derek Trucks!
An out of breath Derek Trucks thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Jacob Rees Mogg spoke after the fight, saying 'Humpty Dumpty would approve.'. |
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Event:
PANDA 30
Date: Oct 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trucks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Omarov moves into range and clinches up with Trucks.
A right handed body shot lands from Trucks.
Omarov working aggressively here.
Trucks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Omarov backwards.
Trucks tries a body shot but Omarov blocks it.
Trucks gets underhooks to prevent Omarov's takedown attempt.
Omarov takes a shot to the head.
Omarov tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Omarov misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Omarov.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Omarov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Omarov presses Trucks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Omarov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Omarov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Omarov.
A short right from Omarov.
Trucks lands an uppercut.#T1#
Omarov blocking some punches.
Omarov throws a head punch that misses.
Omarov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Omarov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Trucks can turn it around.
Omarov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Omarov swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Omarov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Omarov.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Omarov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Trucks lands a nice shot to the body.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Trucks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Omarov blocks a jab.
Omarov misses with a straight right. #T2#
Omarov connects with a body shot that sends Trucks's belly button to the back.
Trucks throws a looping overhand right but Omarov ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and Omarov counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD#
Omarov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Trucks is trying to control Omarov's posture but Omarov avoids it. #SUB#
Omarov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Omarov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Trucks is trying to control Omarov's posture but Omarov avoids it.
Omarov working the head with strikes.
Omarov landing strikes.
Trucks tries to bench press Omarov off him but Omarov keeps the position.
Omarov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #CUT#It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.#T3#
Trucks is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Omarov lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Trucks looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Trucks looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Omarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Trucks is looking for a sweep. Omarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Omarov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Trucks with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #CUT#The cut above Derek Trucks's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Derek Trucks's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jabbar Omarov!
Jabbar Omarov really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Altitude Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
PANDA 21
Date: Sep 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trucks explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Menezes throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Trucks on the side of the head.
Menezes cracks Trucks with an open hand slap.
Trucks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Trucks takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Menezes scores with a takedown into Trucks's guard.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Menezes from controlling successfully.
Trucks looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Trucks is looking for a triangle but Menezes pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Trucks looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Menezes is one step ahead there.
Trucks has momentary wrist control but Menezes slips an elbow through the middle.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Menezes wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving.
Menezes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Trucks pushes a forearm under Menezes's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Menezes is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derek Trucks!
Our winner, Derek Trucks, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
PANDA 12
Date: Aug 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt
and Joe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Glass Joe has been cut.
Joe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Glass Joe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joe shoots and misses
and Trucks counters with a huge head kick that drops Joe! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
During a confident post fight interview, Derek Trucks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CFC 428
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A low kick lands for Vieira.
Trucks misses with a hook. Vieira ducked under it nicely.
Trucks feints and then cracks Vieira's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vieira down.
Vieira scores with a sloppy right hand. Trucks should have avoided that one.
Vieira throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vieira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Vieira gets the takedown into side control.
Trucks is looking for a sweep.
Vieira tries to advance to mount but can't.
Vieira wants to control but Trucks is keeping him busy.
Vieira tries to advance to mount but Trucks denies him. #SUB2#
Vieira swings around for an armbar but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Vieira's guard.#T1#
Trucks trying to control but Vieira is working from the bottom.
Vieira wants to sweep but no luck.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Vieira has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Trucks wants to control from the top but Vieira keeps moving. #SUB2#
Vieira has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Trucks is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Vieira.
Trucks wants to stand but Vieira is controlling his arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vieira sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Vieira manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Trucks wanted to stand there but Vieira had control of the position.
Vieira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Trucks controls the pace.
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vieira swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Vieira wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Vieira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Trucks sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Trucks trying to control but Vieira is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vieira is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
Trucks wants to control from the top but Vieira keeps moving. #T3#
Trucks engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Vieira trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Trucks throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Vieira's jab looks to have found its range, popping Trucks under the eye.
Vieira misses with a left hand
enabling Trucks to counter with a crisp jab.
Trucks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trucks blocks a head kick by Vieira.
Vieira moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Trucks blocks a jab.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vieira waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
Vieira misses with a straight right. #T4#
Trucks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Vieira fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trucks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Trucks scores with a nice right hand.
#CUT#It looks like Eduardo Vieira has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks misses with a body kick.
Vieira throws a head kick but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks throws a low kick, looking for Vieira's leg but Vieira calmly moves out of range.
Vieira scores with a hook.
Vieira misses with a takedown attempt
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Trucks, right into the meat of the thigh.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Vieira.
Trucks fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Vieira checks it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trucks. Vieira does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vieira throws a head kick that misses.
Trucks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Trucks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Eduardo Vieira will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Eduardo Vieira's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Trucks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vieira digs a good body shot into Trucks's ribs.
Trucks misses with an uppercut. Vieira saw that one coming.
Vieira throws a sloppy head kick and Trucks moves out of range easily.
A swing and a miss from Vieira.
Vieira's jab looks to have found its range, popping Trucks under the eye.
Vieira misses with a takedown attempt - Trucks sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Eduardo Vieira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vieira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Trucks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Vieira has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vieira and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Trucks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vieira's head.
Trucks misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira throws a sloppy head kick and Trucks moves out of range easily.
Vieira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Trucks checks a low kick from Vieira.
Trucks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vieira blocks the body kick.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vieira.
#T1#
Vieira fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vieira.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks cracks Vieira with a good jab.
Trucks avoids the head kick by Vieira.
That kick from Trucks tenderised Vieira's leg. Vieira is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vieira goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Trucks is looking to chop away at Vieira's legs.
Vieira doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Trucks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks scoring well with a low kick there.
Trucks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vieira.
Trucks takes a swing at Vieira's ribcage but misses.
Vieira cracks Trucks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vieira looks to throw the jab but Trucks is out of range.
Vieira throws a low kick but it's checked well by Trucks.
Vieira looks to land a right hand but Trucks moved out of range.#T2#
Trucks connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vieira.
Trucks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Trucks connects with an inside leg kick.
Trucks on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vieira misses with a low kick.
Trucks looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Vieira lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Vieira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Vieira lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Vieira tries for a takedown but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Trucks attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vieira thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trucks avoids the body shot from Vieira.
Vieira throws a lazy right hand but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vieira throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Vieira connects with a body shot.#T3#
Vieira avoids the head kick by Trucks.
Trucks backing away here, and Vieira unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Trucks lands with a straight right. Vieira didn't see that one coming.
Trucks lands a nice looking body shot.
Vieira missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trucks lands a leg kick that knocks Vieira off balance momentarily.
Vieira throws a hook to the side of Trucks's head but Trucks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vieira with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vieira. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Vieira.
Vieira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Vieira.
Trucks lands with a kick to the temple. Vieira shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Trucks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trucks throws a sloppy head kick and Vieira moves out of range easily.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Vieira drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Trucks defends it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick from Vieira lands but Trucks takes it in his stride. #T4#
Trucks throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A leg kick checked by Vieira.
Trucks is looking to clinch but Vieira is avoiding it.
Vieira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Trucks swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Trucks lands a high kick!
Nice takedown defense from Trucks. No joy for Vieira on that attempt.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Eduardo Vieira.
Vieira misses with a head kick.
Trucks with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Trucks takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Vieira misses the shot to the body.
Vieira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vieira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Vieira.
Nice shot lands for Vieira.
Sloppy strikes from Trucks. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vieira throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Eduardo Vieira's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Trucks thumps Vieira with a low kick.
Vieira just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Trucks.
Vieira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Trucks misses with a low kick.
Jab, jab by Vieira - just one landing.
Trucks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Vieira's shoulder, as Vieira tries to avoid the shot.
Vieira lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Trucks at a distance.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
Vieira throws a hook to the side of Trucks's head but Trucks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Trucks misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Vieira misses the target.
Vieira looks to score with a jab to the body but Trucks is just out of range.
Vieira misses with a straight right.
Trucks lands a head kick!
Vieira works the jab nicely.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Vieira. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trucks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Trucks attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Trucks lands a glancing blow to the side of Vieira's head.
Nice body kick from Trucks.
Trucks swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vieira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
Trucks takes one to the side of the head.
Trucks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks throws a front kick aimed at Vieira's knee but Vieira avoids it well.
Vieira takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Trucks throws a shot to the body.
A clash of legs there as Vieira blocks the low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vieira! But no joy.
Vieira misses with a hook
and Trucks counters with a low kick, right behind Vieira 's knee.
Vieira shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Trucks pinned against the cage. Trucks gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Trucks is looking to wear down Vieira with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Vieira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Vieira tries to land a leg kick but Trucks saw it coming and moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Trucks.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Trucks stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Trucks wants it to stay on the feet.
Vieira takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vieira shoots in for a double leg but Trucks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Eduardo Vieira.
Vieira checks a leg kick.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Vieira feints and as Trucks raises his hands in defense, Vieira changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Trucks lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Trucks 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. #T3#
Trucks postures up.
Vieira being controlled here, momentarily.
Vieira looking to control.
Trucks sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Trucks wants to control from the top but Vieira keeps moving.
Vieira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Trucks is one step ahead there. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Trucks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vieira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vieira is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Eduardo Vieira has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vieira tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Trucks passes into half guard.
Trucks prevents Vieira from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Trucks 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
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Event:
CEC 687.55
Date: Dec 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice shot by Stewart.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Trucks swinging wildly here.
Stewart misses with a jab to the body
and Trucks counters with a left and a right that stings Stewart.
A big right from Trucks misses.
Stewart throwing a counter right hand but Trucks manages to avoid it.
Trucks walks into a straight right hand from Stewart.
Trucks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Stewart fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stewart bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Trucks's head backwards.
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!
Trucks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Stewart swings widly with a right hand
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Good leg kick by Trucks there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Stewart 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.
Stewart thuds his right hand into Trucks's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Trucks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Trucks takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC#
Trucks is rocked!#T1#
Trucks switches off momentarily and Stewart cracks him with a monster right hand! Trucks topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Stewart dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Stewart!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Don Stewart!
Don Stewart 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:
Birthday Bash 2
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Trucks walks forward, straight into a front kick from Pendragon.
Pendragon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pendragon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Trucks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pendragon throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
Pendragon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Trucks takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pendragon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks tries to work over Pendragon's front leg with a kick but Pendragon checks it.
A good leg kick by Pendragon.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pendragon. #CL#
Trucks rushes Pendragon and presses him up against the cage.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pendragon is trying to break free.
Pendragon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pendragon.
Trucks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Pendragon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pendragon.
Pendragon lands with a cross.
Pendragon jabs Trucks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pendragon lunges at Trucks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Trucks's hand.
Arthur Pendragon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Pendragon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks moves away from the strike by Pendragon.
Pendragon throws a series of punches but Trucks avoids them all with ease.
Pendragon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Trucks has time to react.
Pendragon misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Pendragon's shoulder, as Pendragon tries to avoid the shot.
A cross from Pendragon lands.
Pendragon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pendragon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Trucks has time to react.
Pendragon throws a looping overhand right but Trucks ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Trucks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Trucks misses with a two punch combination.
Pendragon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Pendragon scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pendragon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Trucks at a distance.
Pendragon ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Good leg kick by Pendragon there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T2#
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Pendragon, right into the meat.
Pendragon does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Trucks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Pendragon counters with a three punch combo that has Trucks backing up. Trucks nods at Pendragon to acknowledge the strikes.
Pendragon lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pendragon throws out the jab.
Trucks is looking to counter punch.
Pendragon has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Pendragon moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Pendragon misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pendragon circles away quickly and effectively.
Trucks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Trucks's corner calls for a 1-2. Trucks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pendragon.
Pendragon misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jab from Trucks.
Nice jab there from Trucks.
Pendragon cracks the inside of Trucks's front leg.
Pendragon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Pendragon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Trucks. Trucks obviously looking to wear him down.
Trucks blocks the body kick.
Trucks tries to counter by clinching up but Pendragon breaks away and moves out of range.
Trucks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pendragon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Pendragon lands a slapping body shot.
Trucks misses with a hook
and Pendragon counters with a low kick, right behind Trucks 's knee.
Pendragon connects with a nice looking jab.
Pendragon bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pendragon throws a solid leg kick but Trucks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Pendragon.
Pendragon ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Trucks. That's going to slow Pendragon down.
Trucks scores with a decent looking hook.
Trucks wants to land a leg kick but Pendragon is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks scores with a hook.
Trucks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pendragon.
Trucks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pendragon.
A jab from Trucks misses. #T4#
A cross from Trucks lands.
Pendragon's corner calls for a 1-2. Pendragon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Pendragon slips the punch.
Trucks lands a really nice looking cross but Pendragon seems unphased.
Pendragon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pendragon dips to his left and cracks Trucks with an uppercut!
Pendragon looks to throw the jab but Trucks is out of range.
Pendragon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Pendragon chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pendragon lands a lovely overhand right.
Pendragon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Pendragon does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pendragon swings for the body but Trucks moves out of range.
Pendragon is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Trucks had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Trucks wants to land a leg kick but Pendragon is out of range.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Pendragon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pendragon takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
Pendragon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pendragon misses with a right hand
and Trucks counters with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arthur Pendragon dominated that round.
That's time! Trucks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Pendragon misses with a kick to the body.
Pendragon sizes up Trucks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Trucks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pendragon.
Pendragon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Trucks circles away quickly and effectively.
Pendragon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
Pendragon cracks Trucks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pendragon just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Pendragon.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Pendragon only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Pendragon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
Trucks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pendragon.
Pendragon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pendragon throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pendragon lands with a right hand.
Trucks cracks Pendragon with an open hand slap.
Pendragon moves out of range as Trucks throws a body kick.
Trucks walks into a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pendragon throws a nice outside leg kick.
Arthur Pendragon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pendragon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Trucks. Trucks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Pendragon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pendragon tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Trucks is looking for a counter combo.
Pendragon fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Trucks.
Pendragon throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Trucks misses the jab.
Trucks checks a low kick from Pendragon.
Pendragon throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pendragon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pendragon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Pendragon.
Trucks appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Pendragon.
Pendragon tries to land a leg kick but Trucks saw it coming and moves away.
Trucks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good leg kick by Pendragon there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Pendragon paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Trucks with a jab.
Pendragon lets loose with a powerful body kick. Trucks will feel that in the morning.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pendragon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Trucks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Pendragon lands a nice hook to Trucks's body. Trucks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pendragon throws a lazy body kick
and Trucks counters with a nice uppercut.
Pendragon connects with an inside leg kick.
Pendragon misses with an uppercut
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pendragon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Trucks doesn't seem bothered though.
A shot to the liver by Pendragon. Beautiful body shot.
Trucks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A telegraphed right hand from Pendragon misses the target.
Trucks throwing a counter right hand but Pendragon manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Pendragon.
Trucks throws a right hand that misses
and Pendragon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pendragon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Pendragon needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Pendragon just misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks connects with the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Trucks.
Pendragon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Trucks counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Pendragon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Trucks connects with a right hand. Pendragon shakes it off.
Pendragon missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trucks is looking to counter punch.
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Trucks, right into the meat.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Pendragon slips the punch.
Pendragon checks a leg kick nicely.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Trucks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Pendragon has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pendragon and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Trucks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Trucks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pendragon finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pendragon. That's going to slow Trucks down.
Pendragon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trucks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pendragon.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks ducks right into an uppercut from Pendragon.
Trucks takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T4#
Trucks misses with a low kick as Pendragon jumps back.
Trucks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pendragon.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pendragon throws out the jab.
Pendragon scoring well with a low kick there.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Pendragon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pendragon lands a nice looking body shot.
An inside leg kick from Trucks misses.
Pendragon slips a straight right by Trucks.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pendragon.
Nice shot by Pendragon.
Pendragon slips a straight right by Trucks.
It seemed like Pendragon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Trucks misses with a hook. Pendragon ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pendragon scores with a jab. Trucks acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Pendragon pushes Trucks away with a front kick.
Pendragon misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks throwing a counter right hand but Pendragon manages to avoid it.
Pendragon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arthur Pendragon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pendragon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pendragon misses with a lunging right hand
and Trucks counters with a thumping low kick.
Trucks misses with a hook
and Pendragon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Pendragon needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Pendragon shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Pendragon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
A slow jab from Pendragon misses its intended target.
Pendragon throws a good cross that connects.
Trucks misses the jab.
Trucks throws the left hand but Pendragon avoids the punch easily.
Trucks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Trucks does it's job there.
Pendragon misses with a right hand
and Trucks makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Trucks.
#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Trucks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Trucks attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Trucks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pendragon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pendragon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Pendragon moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
Pendragon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Pendragon looks to land a body kick but Trucks moved away.
Pendragon digs a good body shot into Trucks's ribs.
Pendragon dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Trucks. That did some damage!
Trucks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Trucks misses with a right hand
letting Pendragon counter with a right hand.
Pendragon misses with a straight left.
Pendragon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Trucks's hands.
Pendragon thumps Trucks with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks lands a lovely overhand right.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Trucks misses with a double jab.
Pendragon lands a really nice looking cross but Trucks seems unphased.
Pendragon lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A solid leg kick lands there for Trucks.
Pendragon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trucks misses with a right hand
enabling Pendragon to counter with a crisp jab.
Trucks throws a hook but Pendragon avoids it easily.
Trucks misses with a lunging right hand
and Pendragon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Trucks is rocked!
Trucks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oh Trucks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pendragon with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Trucks seems to have got his legs back now.
Pendragon drops Trucks with a straight right hand, right on the button! Pendragon follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arthur Pendragon!
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Event:
CEC Halloween 3
Date: Oct 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Lancaster tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
An inside leg kick lands from Trucks.
Lancaster throws a jab but it's blocked by Trucks.
That kick from Trucks tenderised Lancaster 's leg. Lancaster is trying to keep his angry face on.
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lancaster swings for the body but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks tried to counter with a leg kick but Lancaster avoided it.
No joy there for Trucks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Trucks throws a wild body kick that Lancaster sees coming a mile off.
Trucks stuns Lancaster with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lancaster misses with a hook.
Lancaster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Lancaster connects with a right hand. Trucks shakes it off.
Lancaster wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lancaster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lancaster misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
Lancaster throws a low kick but Trucks moves out of range easily. #T1#
Trucks takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lancaster staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Lancaster on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lancaster throws out the jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Trucks.
A big right from Lancaster misses.
A big right from Lancaster misses.
Trucks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Warfare in the buildup to the fight.
Lancaster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Lancaster is predictable there
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks tries to score with a low kick but Lancaster moves his leg out of the way.
Trucks misses with a lunging right hand
and Lancaster counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lancaster misses with a left hand
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Lancaster blocks the body kick.
Lancaster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.#T2#
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!
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lancaster scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks scores with a hook.
Lancaster staying out of range there.
Good exchange - Trucks coming out on top.
Trucks looks to throw a body kick
and Lancaster connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lancaster lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks tries to score with a low kick but Lancaster moves his leg out of the way.
Trucks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lancaster .
Trucks throws a poor cross that misses
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Trucks misses with a hook. Lancaster ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Lancaster lands with a nice body punch.
Lancaster swings for the body but Trucks moves out of range.
Lancaster throws a body shot but no joy.
Lancaster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
Lancaster sizes up Trucks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lancaster takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lancaster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trucks moves away.
Trucks fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lancaster just manages to avoid it.
Lancaster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Trucks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lancaster .
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Lancaster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lancaster . Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lancaster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Lancaster fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Trucks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Trucks scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC#
Lancaster is rocked!
Lancaster with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lancaster is still on wobbly legs! Can Trucks finish him?#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lancaster sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lancaster seems to have recovered his senses.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lancaster tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lancaster with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lancaster tests Trucks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lancaster gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Trucks gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Lancaster is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
An out of breath Derek Trucks 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:
CEC 678.5
Date: Oct 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Cobblepot takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
Trucks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Trucks!
Oswald Cobblepot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks throws a jab when Cobblepot was well out of range.
Trucks looks to land a left hand but Cobblepot moved out of range nicely.
Cobblepot misses with an uppercut.
Trucks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little jabbing left from Trucks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cobblepot moves away.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Cobblepot moved out of range.
Trucks has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Trucks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cobblepot misses the shot to the body.
Cobblepot lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Trucks circles away quickly and effectively.
Cobblepot lands with an uppercut that bounces Trucks off the cage and back into range.
Cobblepot looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Trucks lands with a thumping leg kick.
Cobblepot has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Croatia in the buildup to the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Trucks throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Cobblepot counter with a right hand.
Trucks pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cobblepot is out of range and Trucks settles back down.
A quick step to the side and Cobblepot tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Cobblepot connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cobblepot misses the shot to the body.
Cobblepot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trucks slips under a jab from Cobblepot.
A little jabbing left from Trucks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Trucks misses with a kick to the body.
Trucks walks into a jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cobblepot.
Cobblepot throws out a loose jab but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Trucks misses.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cobblepot has time to react.
Cobblepot swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Cobblepot avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cobblepot misses with a combination
#CL2#
and Trucks holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Trucks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cobblepot backwards.
Cobblepot misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Cobblepot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cobblepot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cobblepot creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cobblepot misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Cobblepot blocks an uppercut.
Cobblepot has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cobblepot.
A nice left hand lands by Trucks.
Cobblepot misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Cobblepot doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cobblepot takes a shot to the head.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Cobblepot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cobblepot misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Cobblepot fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Cobblepot fails to land.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cobblepot.
Cobblepot presses Trucks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Trucks throws an elbow but it misses.
Cobblepot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
Cobblepot misses with a punch on the inside.
Cobblepot misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Cobblepot.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
Cobblepot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks tries a body shot but Cobblepot blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Cobblepot fails to land.
Trucks misses with a body punch.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cobblepot is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Cobblepot misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Trucks tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A shot in the inside from Cobblepot. #T4#
Cobblepot softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cobblepot blocking some punches.
Cobblepot working aggressively here.
Cobblepot has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
A head punch on the inside from Cobblepot fails to land.
Trucks lands with a right to the head.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
Cobblepot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Cobblepot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cobblepot lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cobblepot scores with a hook to the body.
Trucks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cobblepot backwards.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Trucks just misses with a elbow thrown towards Cobblepot's brow.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Cobblepot tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Cobblepot.
Cobblepot misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cobblepot throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
Cobblepot connects with a jab.
Trucks swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt
and Trucks counters with a thumping low kick.
Trucks gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cobblepot.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Cobblepot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Trucks throws a quick inside leg kick.
Trucks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cobblepot was well out of range. Poor timing from Trucks.
Trucks with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cobblepot scores with a jab. Trucks acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Cobblepot cracks Trucks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cobblepot with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks takes one on the button.#T1#
Cobblepot lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Trucks at a distance.
Cobblepot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cobblepot lands with a hook. Trucks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cobblepot bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Trucks's head backwards.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trucks. Cobblepot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trucks throws the left hand but Cobblepot avoids the punch easily.
Cobblepot looks to score with a jab to the body but Trucks is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Cobblepot.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cobblepot moves out of range of the strikes.
Jab from Trucks.
Trucks throws a lazy uppercut
and Cobblepot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks blocks a jab.
Cobblepot will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks looks to land a body kick but Cobblepot moved away.
Cobblepot lunges at Trucks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Trucks's hand. #T2#
Cobblepot scores with a jab to the head.
Cobblepot fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trucks lands with an uppercut that bounces Cobblepot off the cage and back into range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cobblepot.
Donk. Cobblepot catches Trucks right on the button with a cross.
Cobblepot bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Cobblepot misses the shot to the body.
Cobblepot lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Cobblepot misses with a body shot.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cobblepot darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Cobblepot listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Trucks.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cobblepot throws out the jab.
Cobblepot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cobblepot swings widly with a right hand
and Trucks counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Cobblepot throws a leg kick but Trucks sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cobblepot connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Cobblepot cracks Trucks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Trucks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Trucks misses with a hook. Cobblepot ducked under it nicely.
Cobblepot ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cobblepot works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Trucks tried to score with a low kick but Cobblepot checks it.
As Trucks looks to move away, Cobblepot throws a big counter combo but Trucks just gets out of the way.
Cobblepot throws a nice outside leg kick.
Trucks has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cobblepot moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Cobblepot uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Cobblepot misses the jab.
Cobblepot scores with a hook.
Trucks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cobblepot finds it's way round the side to connect with Trucks's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks blocks a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Trucks! But no joy.#T4#
Trucks walks into a left hand.
A big left from Cobblepot misses.
Trucks throws a jab when Cobblepot was well out of range.
Cobblepot scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Trucks throws a leg kick that is checked
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Cobblepot throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cobblepot connects with an inside leg kick.
Trucks throws the left hand but Cobblepot avoids the punch easily.
Trucks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trucks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Trucks tries a low kick but Cobblepot avoids it.
Cobblepot punishes Trucks's body with a nice straight punch.
Cobblepot moves out of range as Trucks throws a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cobblepot moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cobblepot fails to land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Oswald Cobblepot dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
Cobblepot has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Trucks finds it's way round the side to connect with Cobblepot's head.
Cobblepot scores with a crisp jab that stopped Trucks in his tracks.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Cobblepot.
A jab from Cobblepot does it's job there.
Cobblepot avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Cobblepot 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.
Decent striking displayed by Cobblepot there.
Trucks throws a hook but Cobblepot avoids it easily.
Cobblepot lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Cobblepot throws a leg kick that is checked
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Cobblepot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cobblepot blocks the body kick.
Trucks misses the jab.
Cobblepot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trucks can do to turn this around?
Cobblepot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Trucks checks a leg kick.
Trucks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Cobblepot lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A bone on bone clash there as Trucks blocks the leg kick.
Trucks missing with a left hand there. Cobblepot was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cobblepot misses with a looping left.
A solid leg kick lands there for Trucks.
Cobblepot looks to score with a jab to the body but Trucks is just out of range.
Cobblepot moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Cobblepot connects with a jab.
Cobblepot misses the body punch
and Trucks counters with a straight right hand.
Cobblepot throws a right hand that misses
and Trucks makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Trucks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot throws the left hand but Trucks avoids the punch easily.
Trucks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cobblepot.
Trucks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cobblepot.
Trucks throws a counter combo.#T2#
Trucks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cobblepot jabs at Trucks's body.
Trucks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cobblepot.
Oswald Cobblepot is winning the standup battle so far.
Cobblepot looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Trucks keeps the fight on the outside.
Trucks tries to counter by closing the distance.
Cobblepot lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Cobblepot connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cobblepot thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Cobblepot misses.
Trucks throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Trucks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A cross from Cobblepot lands.
Cobblepot throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cobblepot throws a hook but Trucks avoids it easily.
Trucks's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cobblepot lands with a hook. Trucks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cobblepot lands with a right hand. #T3#
Cobblepot throws a looping overhand right but Trucks ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Trucks misses.
Trucks tries to work over Cobblepot's front leg with a kick but Cobblepot checks it.
Trucks throws a looping overhand right but Cobblepot ducks down to avoid it.
Trucks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot catches Trucks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Trucks thuds a left hand into Cobblepot's body.
Cobblepot throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Trucks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cobblepot takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Trucks checks a low kick from Cobblepot.
Trucks is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cobblepot.
As Cobblepot backs off Trucks throws a huge counter combo but Cobblepot manages to avoid it all.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot backing away here, and Trucks unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Cobblepot uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.#T4#
A cross from Trucks lands.
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!
Trucks keeps the fight on the outside.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Cobblepot's shoulder, as Cobblepot tries to avoid the shot.
Cobblepot scores with a crisp jab that stopped Trucks in his tracks.
Trucks feints and then cracks Cobblepot's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cobblepot down.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Cobblepot misses its target.
Cobblepot clobbers Trucks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A slow jab from Cobblepot misses its intended target.
Trucks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cobblepot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice body kick there by Cobblepot.
Trucks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cobblepot lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cobblepot misses with a wild body shot.
Trucks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Cobblepot with a body shot.
Trucks throws a leg kick but Cobblepot moved away.
Trucks swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Oswald Cobblepot.
Well Cobblepot has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oswald Cobblepot!
Oswald Cobblepot was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
CEC 674.5
Date: Sep 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Dall defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Dall with a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Trucks there.
Dall is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT2#
It looks like Hyryx Dall has been cut.
Trucks misses with a low kick.
Dall lands with a straight right. Trucks didn't see that one coming.
Dall scores with a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks throws a body punch but Dall moves out of range.
Dall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dall throws the left hand but Trucks avoids the punch easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Trucks blocks the leg kick.
It seemed like Trucks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dall has time to react.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks lands with a cross. #T1#
Trucks drops his hands momentarily and Dall takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Trucks has managed to clinch.
Trucks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dall backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trucks.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trucks tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Dall avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
Dall tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
Dall misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dall.
Nice body punch from Dall - that landed with a thud.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Dall.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
I was talking to Dall's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dall blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Dall avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
Dall tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Dall has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Dall wants to take the fight to the mat but Trucks manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dall prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Trucks gets underhooks to prevent Dall's takedown attempt.
Dall can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Dall misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Trucks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dall.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dall lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Dall.
Dall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks lands an uppercut.
Dall scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dall.
Dall works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T3#
Dall blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dall digs a right hand into Trucks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Trucks's gas tank.
A shot in the inside from Dall.
Trucks lands a left hand.
Dall doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dall gets through Trucks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Dall breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Dall. #SUB#
Dall goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Trucks has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dall but great work by Trucks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dall regains half guard.#T4#
Dall wants to get back to full guard.
Dall is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Trucks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Trucks is thwarting Dall's attempts to control the position.
Trucks sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Dall looking for submissions off his back.
Dall tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Trucks has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Dall takes one to the chin there.
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
Trucks throws a nice looking combination but Dall bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Trucks tries to clinch there but Dall circles away.
Dall is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dall throws a leg kick but Trucks sees it coming and moves out of range.
Trucks buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks misses with a hook
and Dall counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trucks jabs at Dall's body.
Dall dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Trucks thows a leg kick but Dall checks it
and Dall counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dall shoots in but Trucks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Trucks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dall scoring well with a low kick there.
Dall cracks Trucks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Trucks checks a low kick from Dall.
Trucks misses with a series of wild punches.
Trucks is looking to chop away at Dall's legs.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Trucks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CUT#
That has opened up Derek Trucks's cut even more.#T2#
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dall.
Dall shoots in but Trucks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Trucks let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks slaps away a takedown attempt from Dall, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hyryx Dall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Trucks.
Dall ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Trucks misses with a hook. Dall ducked under it nicely.
Trucks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3#
Dall chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Trucks can pounce on him.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Dall.
Trucks thuds his shin into the meat of Dall's side.
Trucks scores with a hook to the body. Dall takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dall shoots in for a takedown but Trucks shows good takedown defense.
A lazy left from Trucks finds it's target.
Trucks cracks Dall with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Trucks lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dall's sensitive parts.
Trucks digs a good body shot into Dall's ribs.
Trucks throws the kick towards the body but Dall avoids it.
Good exchange - Trucks coming out on top.
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!
Trucks moves away from the strike by Dall.
Trucks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Trucks.
A little jabbing left from Trucks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Dall moved out of range.
Dall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Dall.
Dall throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A big left from Dall misses.
Trucks scores with a jab. Dall acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT2#
Hyryx Dall's cut is getting worse.
Trucks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dall shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Trucks as he jumps to the side.
Dall ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Dall slips a straight right by Trucks.
Dall throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Trucks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
An inside leg kick lands from Trucks.
Dall throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Trucks.
Nice shot lands for Trucks.
Trucks misses with a looping left.
Dall slips a straight right by Trucks.
Dall tries to land a leg kick but Trucks saw it coming and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dall lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Trucks lands a right hook to the body.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Trucks bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Dall moves away and avoids it.
Dall ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Trucks throws a hook to the side of Dall's head but Dall sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dall fires out a quick counter leg kick but Trucks just manages to avoid it.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dall throws out the jab.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
A quick step to the side and Dall tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trucks walks into a jab.
Dall misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Trucks connects with a high kick.
Trucks lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hyryx Dall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Trucks throws a hook to the side of Dall's head but Dall sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Trucks throws a lazy right hand but Dall sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dall moves out of range of the body kick from Trucks.
Dall uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Trucks misses with a low kick.
Trucks scores with the left hand. Dall knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks scores with a punch to the head.
Dall connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dall.
Trucks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Derek Trucks is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Trucks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dall half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Trucks misses with a straight left. #T3#
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dall throws out the jab.
Trucks tries to counter by closing the distance.
Dall lands with a hook. Trucks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dall misses with an uppercut
and Trucks counters with a body kick.
Trucks getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dall jabs at Trucks's body.
A big right from Dall misses.
Trucks throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Dall to counter with a crisp jab. #KD#
Dall lands a big right hand that sends Trucks crashing to the mat! Dall stays standing though and waves Trucks back to his feet!#ROC#
Trucks is rocked!
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!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Dall engages and cracks Trucks with a massive lead left hook - Trucks tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Dall is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hyryx Dall!
An out of breath Hyryx Dall 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:
Skrap Fights 70
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
De Barros uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by De Barros.
De Barros working the ground and pound but Trucks is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
De Barros tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Trucks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Trucks gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Trucks sees it coming and defends easily.
De Barros wants to advance to full mount but Trucks doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T1#
Trucks wants to sweep here but De Barros controlling him for the moment.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
De Barros missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Trucks is trying to keep De Barros in close.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
De Barros trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Trucks manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trucks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
De Barros working for submissions but it's allowed Trucks to get to half guard.
De Barros has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Trucks is keen to just control but De Barros is a slippery customer.
Trucks wants to stand up but De Barros has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB2#
De Barros looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Trucks pushes past his half guard into mount!
De Barros has given up his back.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trucks has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of De Barros's body.
#T3#
Trucks has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Trucks controlling well, preventing De Barros from escaping the position.
De Barros keeps trying to improve his position.
De Barros tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Trucks moves to the back position.
You can see the frustration on De Barros's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
De Barros manages to reverse the position and now he's in Trucks's guard. Nice work there by De Barros.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving. #T4#
Trucks trying to control the position here.
De Barros working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Trucks's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as De Barros accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
De Barros uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.#TD2#
De Barros closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - De Barros lands in his opponent's guard.
De Barros trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
De Barros is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.
Trucks can't keep his opponent in guard - De Barros advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Barros not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bernardo De Barros has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros tries to pass the half guard into mount. Trucks knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
Trucks keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T1##SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
De Barros wants to pass the guard but Trucks is defending well. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura but Trucks is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Barros to get the leverage.
Trucks pushes De Barros off looking to stand but De Barros dives back in and keeps control.
Trucks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Trucks trying to hold on to De Barros's head to control him but De Barros postures up.
Trucks is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of De Barros's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take De Barros's back!
Trucks biding his time, looking for the opening.
De Barros rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Trucks works his way into side control.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
De Barros is still trying to improve position.#T3#
A lull in the action here.
De Barros is trying to control Trucks's posture but Trucks avoids it.
De Barros is looking for a sweep.
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Barros keeps working.
De Barros tries to improve position but can't.
Trucks taking a breather here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
De Barros gets back to half guard.
Trucks controlling the action here.#SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros gets full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Trucks'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.
De Barros is trying to keep Trucks in close.
#SUB2#
De Barros throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Trucks escapes and throws De Barros's legs to the side, diving into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bernardo De Barros will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
De Barros misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
De Barros has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
De Barros misses with an uppercut.
De Barros shoots and misses
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slapping leg kick lands for Trucks.
Trucks misses with a leg kick.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before De Barros has time to react.
De Barros fails with an attempt to clinch.
Trucks seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
De Barros takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Trucks throws a hook but De Barros blocks it.
Trucks throws a hook but De Barros avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from De Barros.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Trucks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from De Barros.
De Barros darts in looking for a takedown but Trucks gets double underhooks and turns De Barros into the ropes. #T1#
A lazy left from De Barros finds it's target.
De Barros misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
De Barros blocks a jab.
Trucks thumps De Barros with a low kick.
De Barros swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Trucks has knocked De Barros down with a huge combo! Trucks steps away and waves a wobbly De Barros back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
De Barros is rocked!
Trucks throws a monster overhand right that drops De Barros! Trucks follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
After winning the bout, Derek Trucks thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
GAMMA#780 Nicu v Kahn
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Quin takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2#
Trucks instigates a clinch.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Quin.
#BC#
Quin manages to break the clinch.
Quin takes one on the button.
Trucks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Quin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Quin looks to land a combination. Trucks sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Quin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot lands for Trucks.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Quin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Jungle Room in the buildup to the fight.
Trucks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
No joy there for Quin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Trucks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Quin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Quin feinted with a counter takedown.
Quin walks into a jab.
Trucks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Quin circles away quickly and effectively.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Quin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trucks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Quin defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Trucks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Trucks fails to land with a series of punches.
Trucks throws a hook to the side of Quin's head but Quin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Trucks moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Quin takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Quin avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Quin avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Quin counters with a single leg into guard. Trucks didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Quin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Quin being controlled here momentarily.
Quin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Trucks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Quin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
Quin trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Trucks keeping full guard, as Quin tries to pass.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Trucks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Quin in his tracks. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Quin stalks Trucks and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Trucks's face. Trucks staggers backwards, shaken.
Trucks throws a quick inside leg kick.
Quin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Quin throws a right and a left that Trucks avoids nicely.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Trucks, right into the meat.
Quin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Quin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Quin misses with a hook.
Trucks is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Quin had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Trucks throws out a leg kick but Quin moves out of range and Trucks only half commits.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Quin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Quin needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Quin moves out of range as Trucks throws a body kick.
Quin throws a big counter combination but Trucks scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Quin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks misses with a left hand
and Quin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Trucks throws a jab when Quin was well out of range.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quin throws a right hand that Trucks ducks under and follows up with a left that Trucks also avoids with ease.
Trucks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Quin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Trucks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Quin on the side of the head.
Quin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Quin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A cross from Trucks lands.
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
Trucks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Quin throws a big counter combination but Trucks scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Trucks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Quin has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Quin and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Quin defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Trucks throws a hook to the side of Quin's head but Quin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Quin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD#
Quin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The strikes coming from Quin are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
Quin just content to control the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Quin.
Trucks dodges the ground and pound from Quin.
Trucks takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Quin scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Quin is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Trucks wants to control but Quin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Quin scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Quin with the ground and pound but Trucks uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Quin throws an elbow that misses. Trucks uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Quin's guard. Nice move by Trucks!#REVB##SUB#
Quin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Trucks defends it easily.
Trucks slips nicely into half guard.
Trucks not doing much here.
#T4#
It looks like Trucks is going to stand back up.
Trucks content to control rather than advance.
Quin is pressing down on Trucks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Trucks wants to get up but he can't break Quin's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Quin counters with a three punch combo that has Trucks backing up. Trucks nods at Quin to acknowledge the strikes.
Trucks throws a right hand that misses
letting Quin counter with a right hand. #CUT#
That has opened up Derek Trucks's cut even more.
Matt Quin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Quin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Trucks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Trucks dodges the punch combination from Quin.
Trucks throws a body punch but Quin moves out of range.
Quin feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Quin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Quin ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.#T1#
Trucks feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Quin's calf.
Trucks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Quin counters with a nice uppercut.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quin moves away.
It looked like Quin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Quin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Quin uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Quin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
An inside leg kick lands from Trucks.
Trucks lands with a thumping leg kick.
Quin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Trucks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Quin misses the shot to the body.
Matt Quin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Quin defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Quin tries to counter with a takedown but Trucks is quick to defend against it.
Trucks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Quin is out of range.
Quin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
A counter left hand to the body from Quin misses its target.
Quin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Quin slips under a jab from Trucks.
Derek Trucks is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Trucks tries to clinch up but Quin circles away and keeps his distance.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Quin misses the target.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Quin is out of range.
Quin throws a hook but Trucks avoids it easily.
Trucks throws out a counter right but Quin avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Quin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Quin.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Quin moved out of range.
Quin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Trucks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Quin.
Quin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Quin moves forwards but Trucks connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Trucks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Quin.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Quin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Quin throws out the jab.
Quin misses with a takedown attempt - Trucks sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Trucks misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Quin misses its target.
Trucks throws the left hand but Quin avoids the punch easily.
Trucks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Trucks darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Trucks lands with a thumping leg kick.
Quin looks to score with a jab to the body but Trucks is just out of range.
Quin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Trucks wants to counter the offense by Quin and move into the clinch position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Trucks winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
A relieved looking Derek Trucks thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
GAMMA#776 Delsarte v Steel
Date: Jun 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Ekstrovertti lands a right hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Ekstrovertti is looking to chop away at Trucks's legs.
Ekstrovertti defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Ekstrovertti takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekstrovertti.
Trucks takes one to the chin there.
A telegraphed right hand from Ekstrovertti misses the target.
Trucks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ekstrovertti counters with a body kick.
A jab from Ekstrovertti misses.
Trucks throwing a counter right hand but Ekstrovertti manages to avoid it.
Trucks looks to land a left hand but Ekstrovertti moved out of range nicely.
Ekstrovertti fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Trucks checks it well.
Trucks is looking to counter punch.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Trucks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Warfare in the buildup to the fight.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekstrovertti.
Trucks scores with a hook to the body. Ekstrovertti takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ekstrovertti pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Trucks throws a jab when Ekstrovertti was well out of range.
Ekstrovertti defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Ekstrovertti unleashes a big counter combination but Trucks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Trucks connects with a solid leg kick.
Ekstrovertti fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Trucks.
Ekstrovertti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ekstrovertti looks to land a left hand but Trucks moved out of range nicely.
Trucks blocks a low kick nicely.
Trucks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ekstrovertti delivers a nice body kick.
Trucks throws a low kick, looking for Ekstrovertti's leg but Ekstrovertti calmly moves out of range.
That kick from Ekstrovertti tenderised Trucks's leg. Trucks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ekstrovertti slips under a jab from Trucks.
Trucks is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Ekstrovertti's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Ekstrovertti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks throws a jab when Ekstrovertti was well out of range.
Ekstrovertti avoids the body shot from Trucks.
Trucks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ekstrovertti connects with a right hand. Trucks shakes it off.#T2#
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!
Ekstrovertti is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Ekstrovertti as he connects with a hook.
Vertti Ekstrovertti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ekstrovertti walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trucks checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ekstrovertti swings for the body but Trucks moves out of range.
Ekstrovertti throws a jab when Trucks was well out of range.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekstrovertti is just out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti clobbers Trucks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ekstrovertti has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Trucks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ekstrovertti.
Trucks lands with a good body shot.
Trucks lands a nice hook to Ekstrovertti's body. Ekstrovertti takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ekstrovertti throws a right hand that misses
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
Trucks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big right from Ekstrovertti misses.
Ekstrovertti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ekstrovertti counters with a body kick.#T3#
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ekstrovertti flicks out a counter leg kick but Trucks steps away.
Ekstrovertti misses with a head kick.
A clash of legs there as Trucks blocks the low kick.
Trucks's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ekstrovertti connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Trucks scrambles back to his feet.
Trucks takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A left lands for Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti scores with a hook to the body. Trucks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A clash of legs there as Ekstrovertti blocks the low kick.
Trucks misses with a hook.
Ekstrovertti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trucks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ekstrovertti slips a straight right by Trucks.
Ekstrovertti misses with a hook to the body
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ekstrovertti fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Trucks.
Ekstrovertti connects with an inside leg kick.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Ekstrovertti.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks misses with the combination.
Ekstrovertti let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T4#
Ekstrovertti scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ekstrovertti needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Ekstrovertti misses with an attempted mid kick.
Trucks on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ekstrovertti lands a nice leg kick that just misses Trucks's sensitive parts.
Ekstrovertti tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ekstrovertti scoring well with a low kick there.
Trucks defending well as Ekstrovertti loads up on a big left hand.
Ekstrovertti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Trucks's hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekstrovertti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Trucks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trucks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Trucks throws a leg kick but Ekstrovertti moved away.
Ekstrovertti is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Ekstrovertti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vertti Ekstrovertti 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#
Ekstrovertti misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
Ekstrovertti digs a good hook to Trucks's body.
A big right from Trucks misses.
Ekstrovertti missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ekstrovertti walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trucks checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Trucks tries to counter by clinching up but Ekstrovertti breaks away and moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ekstrovertti. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekstrovertti lands an overhand right.
Ekstrovertti slips under a jab from Trucks.
Ekstrovertti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ekstrovertti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Trucks's hands.
Trucks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ekstrovertti finds it's way round the side to connect with Trucks's head.
Ekstrovertti thows a body kick. Trucks tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Vertti Ekstrovertti seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekstrovertti lands with a shot to the body.
Trucks tries to work over Ekstrovertti's front leg with a kick but Ekstrovertti checks it.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Ekstrovertti.
Trucks avoids a kick to the body.
Trucks fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ekstrovertti just manages to avoid it.
Trucks looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T1#
Ekstrovertti throws a shot from downtown. Trucks moves away and avoids it.
Donk. Trucks catches Ekstrovertti right on the button with a cross.
Ekstrovertti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
Trucks misses the jab.
Ekstrovertti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ekstrovertti. Trucks shrugs it off though.
Nice defenses there by Trucks.
A quick step to the side and Trucks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ekstrovertti misses with a looping left.
Ekstrovertti misses with a head kick.
Trucks just misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ekstrovertti scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ekstrovertti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Ekstrovertti connects with a body shot.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekstrovertti moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Trucks misses with a low kick as Ekstrovertti jumps back.
Trucks avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Ekstrovertti moved out of range.
Ekstrovertti fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Trucks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Trucks defending well as Ekstrovertti loads up on a big left hand.
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekstrovertti.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Trucks might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ekstrovertti throws a body shot but no joy.
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Trucks 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.
Trucks throws a hook to the side of Ekstrovertti's head but Ekstrovertti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Ekstrovertti on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Trucks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ekstrovertti on the side of the head.
Ekstrovertti rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks slips a jab from Ekstrovertti.#T3#
Nice cross by Trucks.
Ekstrovertti scores with a nice strike.
Ekstrovertti lands with a straight right. Trucks didn't see that one coming.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ekstrovertti throws a sloppy head kick and Trucks moves out of range easily.
Ekstrovertti missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ekstrovertti moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Some bone on bone action there as Trucks checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ekstrovertti connects with an inside leg kick.
Ekstrovertti lands a nice hook to Trucks's body. Trucks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A big right from Ekstrovertti misses.
Trucks half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ekstrovertti moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
Trucks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekstrovertti manages to avoid it.
Ekstrovertti misses with a low kick.
Ekstrovertti fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Trucks finds it's way through Ekstrovertti's defenses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ekstrovertti misses with an uppercut.
Trucks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Trucks just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Trucks. That's going to slow Ekstrovertti down.
Nice shot by Trucks.
Trucks throws the left hand but Ekstrovertti avoids the punch easily.
Ekstrovertti throws a solid leg kick but Trucks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Trucks chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ekstrovertti can pounce on him.
Trucks misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekstrovertti throws a leg kick that misses.
Trucks throws a combination. Ekstrovertti tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vertti Ekstrovertti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! 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#
Trucks fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ekstrovertti has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Trucks fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ekstrovertti.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Ekstrovertti misses.
Ekstrovertti shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A big right from Ekstrovertti misses.
Ekstrovertti gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Trucks counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Trucks throws a leg kick but Ekstrovertti moved away.
Ekstrovertti tests Trucks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ekstrovertti throws a lazy body kick
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#ROC#
Ekstrovertti is rocked!
Ekstrovertti feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Truckss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ekstrovertti looks to land a right hand but Trucks moved out of range.
Trucks quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Ekstrovertti moved out of range.#T1#
Ekstrovertti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.
Trucks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ekstrovertti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ekstrovertti cracks Trucks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ekstrovertti throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ekstrovertti pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Ekstrovertti listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ekstrovertti throws a chopping leg kick but Trucks manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Trucks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A clash of legs there as Ekstrovertti blocks the low kick.
Trucks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekstrovertti is just out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Trucks.
Ekstrovertti throws an off balance right hand
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Trucks misses.
Trucks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Ekstrovertti connects with a body shot that sends Trucks's belly button to the back.
Ekstrovertti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekstrovertti throws a front kick that sends Trucks stumbling back into the cage.
Trucks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks takes a swing at Ekstrovertti's ribcage but misses.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Ekstrovertti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ekstrovertti doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ekstrovertti fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ekstrovertti moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Trucks misses with a right hand
and Ekstrovertti counters with a straight right hand.
Ekstrovertti tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Trucks closes the distance and clinches.
Derek Trucks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trucks gets through Ekstrovertti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Ekstrovertti lands a body punch.
Trucks misses with some punches.
#T3#
Trucks misses with some punches.
Ekstrovertti lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks pushes off an throws an elbow but Ekstrovertti leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Trucks will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Ekstrovertti blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters up against the cage, Trucks throws an elbow but misses.
Ekstrovertti throws a head punch that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Ekstrovertti.
Trucks lands with a light punch inside.
Trucks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Ekstrovertti is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ekstrovertti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ekstrovertti struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
A short right from Ekstrovertti on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Trucks.
#T4#
Trucks lands an uppercut.
Trucks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ekstrovertti scores with a shot to the side of Trucks's head.
Ekstrovertti prevents a body shot from Trucks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks.
Ekstrovertti dodges an elbow strike from Trucks.
Ekstrovertti has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
Ekstrovertti blocks an uppercut.
Trucks lands a body shot.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Ekstrovertti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Ekstrovertti.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Trucks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ekstrovertti.
Ekstrovertti tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
Vertti Ekstrovertti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ekstrovertti has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Vertti Ekstrovertti!
Vertti Ekstrovertti decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
GAMMA#773 Marston v Dassler
Date: May 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Trucks throws a front kick that sends Cole stumbling back into the cage.
We've been told by Cole's head coaches at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cole fails in his attempt to clinch.
Trucks throws out a counter right but Cole avoids it with no problem.
Trucks throws a lazy uppercut
and Cole counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cole avoids a kick to the body.
Cole tries to clinch but Trucks is having none of it.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab lands there for Cole.
Cole swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cole throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cole.
Cole can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Cole lands an elbow just above Trucks 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cole working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A body shot lands from Cole.
Cole misses with a body punch.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cole pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Trucks.
Cole blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Cole tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
Cole lands a body shot.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Cole trying to land knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cole.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cole tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Trucks.
Cole trying to land knees to the body.
#T2#
Cole fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cole misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Cole gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Cole sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Trucks defending well though.
Trucks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cole.
Cole not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Cole with the ground and pound but Trucks uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Cole with a nice head shot there.
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
Cole throwing strikes from guard but Trucks blocks nicely.
Trucks trying to keep a closed guard but Cole is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Cole landing with the ground and pound.
Cole is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.
Trucks has control of Cole's left arm, preventing Cole from doing any damage.
Cole with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
Cole scoring with punches to the head and body.
Cole trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Cole missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cole is stalling in the full guard.
Cole throwing strikes from guard but Trucks blocks nicely.
Cole tries to free his leg and advance position but Trucks is retaining full guard.
Trucks trying to keep a closed guard but Cole is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Trucks is looking to chop away at Cole's legs.
Cole slips under a jab from Trucks.
Cole throws a nice looking combination but Trucks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Cole dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Trucks gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Trucks is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Cole lands with a right to the head.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trucks can do to turn this around?
Cole misses with an elbow over the top.
Cole misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cole.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cole goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Trucks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cole blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cole blocking some punches.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Cole.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Trucks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Trucks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cole misses with the head strike.
Cole pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Cole has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cole.
Cole blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trucks.
A short left from Cole.
Cole blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Cole lands a right hand.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Cole tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cole creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cole blocking some punches.
#T2#
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cole blocks a body shot from Trucks.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Cole blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Cole lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
A short left from Cole.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Cole on the inside.
Cole pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Cole misses with a body punch.
Cole swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Michael Cole has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Cole.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Cole misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
A short right from Cole on the inside.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Cole.
Stalling in the clinch from Cole.
Cole throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
Trucks lands a left hand.
Cole tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Cole misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Cole makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cole blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Cole.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Trucks misses with a knee to the head.
Cole swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
A right handed body shot lands from Cole.
Cole tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks prevents a body shot from Cole.
Cole scores with a nice hook to the head.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks lands a nice uppercut.
Trucks lands a nice uppercut.
Cole takes a shot to the head.
Cole lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cole leaning against his opponent.
Cole fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cole misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cole.
Cole throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Cole's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Cole counters with a two punch combo. #ROC#
Trucks is rocked!#CL#
Cole pushes Trucks up against the cage in a clinch.
Cole working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Trucks is still on wobbly legs! Can Cole finish him?
Cole unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Trucks! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Cole is unloading with more strikes now! Trucks drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Cole!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Michael Cole made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
GAMMA#768 Curry v Spike
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Guns. That's going to slow Trucks down.
Decent striking displayed by Trucks there.
Trucks attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Guns slips the punch.
Trucks throws a leg kick but Guns sees it coming and moves out of range.
Guns throws out a counter right but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Guns.
Guns lands a nice shot to the body.
Trucks walks into a straight right hand from Guns.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks misses with a lunging right hand
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Guns!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD2#
Guns drops his shoulder and cracks Trucks with a huge uppercut! Trucks goes down! Can Guns finish him?
#ROC2#
Trucks is rocked!
Guns throws an elbow that misses. Trucks uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Guns's guard. Nice move by Trucks!#REVR#
Oh Trucks is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Guns working for a triangle but Trucks defends it easily.
Guns has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Guns bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Trucks's guard. #REVB#
Guns's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Trucks seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2#
Guns drops back looking for a leg! Trucks is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trucks manages to kick Guns off! Guns jumps back into Trucks's guard.
Guns won't allow Trucks to get back to his feet. #T1#
Trucks working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Guns.
Guns looking to sit in guard and control but Trucks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Guns lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Guns looking to sit in guard and control but Trucks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Guns is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Trucks is aware though and is defending well.
Guns is trying to control the position but Trucks postures up. #T2##SUB2#
Guns escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trucks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Trucks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Guns has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trucks has managed to get both his arms back between Guns's legs - danger averted.
Trucks stopping the sweep attempt from Guns.
Guns wants to improve his position but instead Trucks has moved into half guard.
Guns is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Trucks's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Trucks's back!
Guns struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T3##SUB2#
Guns is looking for a choke. Trucks gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Trucks manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Guns tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Guns is looking for a triangle here but Trucks uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Guns manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guns tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Trucks has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Guns is desperately trying to improve his position but Trucks has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Guns tries to improve his position but instead Trucks has taken his back!
Guns trying to control the hands but Trucks won't let him.
Trucks trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Trucks controlling well, preventing Guns from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Guns dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Trucks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Trucks looks to land a left hand but Guns moved out of range nicely.
Trucks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Guns paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Trucks throws a low kick, looking for Guns's leg but Guns calmly moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Guns. Beautiful body shot.
Big Guns seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Trucks is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Guns pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trucks connects with the punch.
Trucks lands a body shot.
Trucks wants to slow Guns down by chopping away at his legs.
Guns let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Trucks sizes up Guns with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Guns throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Guns walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Trucks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Guns blocks the low kick.
Trucks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Trucks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Guns works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#
Derek Trucks's cut is getting worse.
Guns misses with an uppercut.
Guns lands a jab to the nose.
Trucks throws a series of punches but Guns avoids them all with ease.
and Guns counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Trucks! He's just covering up as Guns starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Big Guns!
Big Guns thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
GAMMA#765 Curry v Steele
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Trucks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Payton thuds his right hand into Trucks's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Trucks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Donk. Payton catches Trucks right on the button with a cross.
Trucks stuffs the takedown.
Payton moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Payton misses with a right hand
and Trucks counters with a straight right hand.
Trucks throws a good cross that connects.
Trucks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Payton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Payton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Payton scores with a nice head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Payton counters with a single leg into guard. Trucks didn't expect that.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Payton from controlling successfully.
Trucks is looking to stand up but Payton isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Payton trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Payton is really struggling to control Trucks but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Payton is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Payton works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Trucks is trying to stand.
Trucks is staying active underneath Payton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Trucks won't allow Payton to pass to mount. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Payton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Payton scores with the left hand. Trucks knows he should have avoided that one.
Trucks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Payton looks to land a left hand but Trucks moved out of range nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Payton, as that shot connected.
Trucks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Payton needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Payton just misses with a punch to the body.
Payton throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Payton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Payton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Trucks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Payton.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Payton wants to advance to full mount but Trucks doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Trucks keeping full guard, as Payton tries to pass. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Payton trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Payton pushes down on Trucks's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Payton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Trucks sees it coming and defends easily.
Payton is looking to stall here but Trucks recovers full guard.
Payton trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Payton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Trucks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Payton on the side of the head.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Payton throws a predictable looking body shot
and Trucks counters with a straight right hand.
Payton connects with a body shot.
Trucks walks into a left hand.
Payton will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Payton fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Trucks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Payton.
Payton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Payton.
Payton throws a body shot but no joy.
Trucks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Payton moves into the clinch.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks scores with a shot to the side of Payton's head. #TD#
Payton gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Trucks regains guard.
Payton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Payton trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
Payton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
Payton trying to move into half guard but instead Trucks has managed to sweep!#REVB##T2#
Trucks won't allow Payton to sweep him here.
Payton trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
Trucks wants to stand but Payton has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Trucks gets to his feet. Payton looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Payton clinches up against the cage.
Payton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Payton blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Trucks.
#T3#
Trucks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Payton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trucks gets through Payton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Payton.
Payton tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Trucks scores with a hook to the body.
Payton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Payton can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
#BC2#
Trucks breaks from the clinch.
Trucks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Payton.
Trucks walks into a stiff left hand from Payton.
Trucks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trucks there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Payton avoids the body shot from Trucks.
A big right from Payton misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Payton.
Payton swings away with a body shot that misses
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Payton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Trucks swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Trucks connects with an inside leg kick.
Trucks throws a lazy right hand but Payton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Payton darts in trying to clinch
and Trucks counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Payton misses.
Evan Payton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks scores with a leg kick.
Payton throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Trucks on the side of the head.
Trucks takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Payton throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Payton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Payton throws a predictable looking body shot
#KD2#
and Trucks counters with a crisp one two that drops Payton! Trucks thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Payton to his feet! Payton is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Payton is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Payton tries to close the distance and clinch but Trucks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oh Payton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Payton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Trucks swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Payton seems to have got his legs back now.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Payton.
A head kick misses from Trucks.
Trucks digs a good body shot into Payton's ribs.
Payton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
Payton scores with a crisp jab that stopped Trucks in his tracks.
A big right from Payton misses.
Payton lands with a hook. Trucks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Payton throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Trucks! But no joy.
Payton connects with a right hand. Trucks shakes it off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Payton is looking to counter punch.
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
#T1##CL2#
Trucks instigates a clinch.
Payton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Payton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Trucks pulls his leg out and moves away.
Payton motions for Trucks to come forward. Payton throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Trucks lands a big right hand that sends Payton crashing to the mat! Trucks stays standing though and waves Payton back to his feet!
Trucks lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Payton - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Trucks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
A very excited looking Derek Trucks 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:
Syn 616 Mahmoud vs Jones II
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Trucks connects with a right hand. Robbins shakes it off.
Robbins walks into a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Robbins, as that shot connected.
We've been informed that Trucks has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Trucks misses the jab.
Jab, jab by Robbins - just one landing. #CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and Robbins counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Robbins lands a nice elbow. #BC#
Robbins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Robbins checks it well.
Robbins throws a hook but Trucks avoids it easily.
Trucks slips under a jab from Robbins.
Robbins looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The crowd cheers as Robbins lands an impressive looking overhand right. Trucks doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks punishes Robbins's body with a nice straight punch.
Robbins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Robbins slips the punch.
Robbins looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Trucks moves out of range of the strikes.
Trucks is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Robbins counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Robbins.
Robbins looks to throw the jab but Trucks is out of range.
Robbins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Robbins ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
The fighters circling - Robbins throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Robbins misses with a hook
and Trucks makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Robbins missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Robbins ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Robbins.
Robbins tries to clinch but Trucks is having none of it.
Trucks jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Trucks forces Robbins back against the cage and clinches.
Robbins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Trucks blocks the elbow strike.
#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Robbins.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Robbins.
Robbins lands an elbow inside that Trucks shrugs off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robbins throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Trucks dodges an elbow strike from Robbins.
#BC#
Robbins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Robbins doesn't manage to clinch there - Trucks circles away.
Robbins wants to clinch up but Trucks keeps it at a distance.
Robbins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Robbins is out of range.
Trucks misses with an uppercut. Robbins saw that one coming.
Robbins appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Robbins slips a straight right by Trucks.
Robbins tries to clinch but Trucks is having none of it.
Robbins defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Trucks misses the target.
Trucks with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Marty Robbins has been cut.#T3#
Robbins scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Trucks lands a two punch combo.
Robbins throws a jab when Trucks was well out of range.
Trucks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Robbins on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A head kick misses from Robbins.
Trucks throws out a counter right but Robbins avoids it with no problem.
Robbins is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Trucks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Robbins misses the shot to the body.
Trucks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Robbins looks to land a body kick but Trucks moved away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Robbins creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Robbins blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Robbins pushes off an throws an elbow but Trucks leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Trucks working aggressively here.
#T4#
Trucks misses with some punches.
Robbins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Robbins manages to break the clinch.
Robbins lands a glancing blow to the side of Trucks's head.
Nice shot by Trucks.
Trucks throws a hook but Robbins blocks it.
Robbins takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Robbins.
Robbins digs a good body shot into Trucks's ribs.
Robbins lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Robbins lands a high kick!
Trucks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Robbins swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Robbins scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Robbins checks the leg kick.
Robbins throws out a leg kick but Trucks moves out of range and Robbins only half commits.
Robbins misses with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Marty Robbins will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Trucks walks into a left hand.
Robbins has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nice shot lands for Trucks.
A jab from Trucks finds it's way through Robbins's defenses.
Robbins misses with an attempted mid kick.
Trucks throws a right hand that Robbins ducks under and follows up with a left that Robbins also avoids with ease.
Trucks walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Robbins checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Robbins counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Robbins connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Trucks momentarily.
#CL2#
Trucks clinches.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Trucks dodges an elbow strike from Robbins.
Robbins tries to break the clinch but Trucks is controlling the position.
With the fighters up against the cage, Robbins throws an elbow but misses.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks blocks the elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Robbins throws an elbow but misses.
Trucks blocks an elbow strike.
Robbins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1#
Robbins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Robbins misses with an elbow strike.
Robbins lands an elbow inside.
Trucks avoids the elbow strike from Robbins, against the cage.
Robbins throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC#
Robbins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Robbins buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Trucks works Robbins's body with a nice hook.
Robbins throws a low kick, looking for Trucks's leg but Trucks calmly moves out of range.
Trucks throws out a counter right but Robbins avoids it with no problem.
A low kick from Trucks misses
and Trucks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Robbins throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
Robbins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
Robbins throws a jab but it's blocked by Trucks. #CL#
Robbins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Marty Robbins has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Trucks lands a left hand.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Robbins misses with an elbow over the top.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Robbins misses with an elbow over the top.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Robbins.
Trucks gets through Robbins's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Robbins.
With the fighters up against the cage, Robbins throws an elbow but misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Robbins blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks works on Robbins's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Robbins throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Trucks takes an elbow to the forehead.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trucks.
Robbins pushes off an throws an elbow but Trucks leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Robbins's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trucks misses with a knee strike.
Robbins throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Trucks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Robbins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#
Robbins is rocked!
Trucks lands a shot to the body.
Oh Robbins is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Robbins backwards. #T3#
With the fighters up against the cage, Trucks throws an elbow but misses.
Robbins blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Robbins manages to break the clinch.
Trucks throws an overhand right that drops Robbins like a sack of potatoes! Trucks dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
An out of breath Derek Trucks 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:
Syn 611 Slice vs St. Georges
Date: Dec 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Trucks stuffs the takedown attempt from Obuhov. Obuhov gets slowly back to his feet.
Trucks scores with a hook.
Trucks has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Obuhov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Trucks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Obuhov slips under a jab.#TD#
Obuhov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Obuhov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Trucks keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks pushes Obuhov off looking to stand but Obuhov dives back in and keeps control.
Obuhov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Obuhov working over Trucks with some ground and pound. Trucks looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Trucks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Obuhov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Obuhov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Obuhov thows a huge punch but Trucks dodges it nicely.
Obuhov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Obuhov throws a strike but Trucks avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Trucks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Trucks working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Obuhov.
Obuhov throws a strike but Trucks rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Obuhov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Trucks postures up.
#T2##SUB#
Obuhov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Trucks wants to stand but Obuhov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Obuhov looking for a sweep. Not yet Obuhov, not yet.
Trucks has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Obuhov is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Trucks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Obuhov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trucks has managed to get both his arms back between Obuhov's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Trucks preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Obuhov has his foot on Trucks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trucks works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Obuhov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Trucks escapes and throws Obuhov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Obuhov tries to control but Trucks manages to take his back.
Trucks is not going to allow Obuhov to sit and survive in this position. #SU2#
Despite having Obuhov's back, Trucks says stuff this ground business - let's go for a knockout! Obuhov seems baffled but is happy to be out of the difficult position!
Obuhov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Trucks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Trucks takes one to the side of the head.
Obuhov moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
Obuhov throws a hook but Trucks avoids it easily.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Trucks has knocked Obuhov down with a huge combo! Trucks steps away and waves a wobbly Obuhov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#
It looks like Anton Obuhov has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Obuhov tries to clinch but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks walks into a straight right hand from Obuhov.#TD#
Obuhov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Trucks!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trucks is not content to let Obuhov control the position. #SUB#
Obuhov is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Trucks looks calm but he's in trouble here. Obuhov gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Trucks is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Obuhov lets go of the hold and Trucks can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anton Obuhov!
Our winner, Anton Obuhov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Syn 608
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Kaunismieli is out of range.
Trucks moves away from the strike by Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli darts in trying to clinch
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks connects with a nice looking jab.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaunismieli moves away.
The fighters circling - Kaunismieli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Trucks moves to clinch but Kaunismieli breaks away
letting Kaunismieli counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks cracks Kaunismieli with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kaunismieli throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kaunismieli.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kaunismieli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
Trucks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kaunismieli on the side of the head.#T1#
Trucks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kaunismieli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kaunismieli stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kaunismieli misses the body punch
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Trucks.
Kaunismieli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.
Kaunismieli ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Kaunismieli looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trucks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and Kaunismieli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kaunismieli.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Kaunismieli connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kaunismieli missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Trucks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Devil Dogs in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Trucks avoids a punch combination nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Trucks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Trucks swinging wildly here.
Trucks misses with a body punch
and Kaunismieli counters with a stiff right hand.
Good shot there by Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli throws a nice inside leg kick.
Trucks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kaunismieli tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kaunismieli scores with a hook to the body. Trucks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kaunismieli swings widly with a right hand
and Trucks counters with a good low kick that Kaunismieli was not able to check.
Kaunismieli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
Trucks slips a jab from Kaunismieli.
Trucks tries to close the distance and clinch but Kaunismieli swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
Trucks misses the jab.
Kaunismieli staying out of range there.
Kaunismieli tries to clinch but Trucks moves out of range.
Kaunismieli tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Trucks throws a good cross that connects.
Kaunismieli throws a head kick that misses
enabling Trucks to counter with a crisp jab.
Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli scores with a crisp jab that stopped Trucks in his tracks.
Trucks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kaunismieli avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kaunismieli paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kaunismieli blocks a low kick nicely.
Trucks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli is looking to clinch.
Trucks tries to counter by clinching up but Kaunismieli breaks away and moves out of range.#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Kaunismieli looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
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!
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt.
Trucks is looking to clinch but Kaunismieli is avoiding it.
Kaunismieli wants to counter the offense by Trucks and move into the clinch position.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL2#
Kaunismieli moves into the clinch.
Kaunismieli lands a body punch.
Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
Kaunismieli tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing Kaunismieli back against the cage.
Kaunismieli is pushing Trucks up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kaunismieli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
Trucks lands a shot to the body.
Kaunismieli tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kaunismieli lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kaunismieli throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kalervo Kaunismieli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Good shot there by Trucks.
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
A slow jab from Trucks misses its intended target.
It seemed like Kaunismieli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Trucks cracks Kaunismieli with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Trucks pushes Kaunismieli up against the cage in a clinch.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kaunismieli lands a left hand.
Kaunismieli lands with a right to the head.
Kaunismieli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaunismieli doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Truckss head.
Kaunismieli throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
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!
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks struggles to land a body shot inside as Kaunismieli controls his hands.
Trucks prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli.
Trucks blocking some punches.
#T1#
Kaunismieli throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Truckss head.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Kaunismieli working aggressively here.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kaunismieli backwards.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kaunismieli goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kaunismieli throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kalervo Kaunismieli seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Trucks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Trucks pushes Kaunismieli back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Trucks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kaunismieli blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kaunismieli misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.#T2#
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
Kaunismieli has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Trucks seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kaunismieli can turn it around.
Kaunismieli has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaunismieli.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Trucks takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Trucks tries to work over Kaunismieli's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Kaunismieli misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Kaunismieli fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
A body shot lands from Trucks.
Kaunismieli swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kaunismieli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaunismieli.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Kaunismieli lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kaunismieli struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Kaunismieli tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
A short body shot lands from Trucks as the two fighters clinch.
Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
Kaunismieli blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kaunismieli gets through Trucks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Kaunismieli backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Kaunismieli.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli misses with the head strike.
Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
#T4#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kaunismieli as Trucks tries to tie him up.
Trucks is looking to control Kaunismieli's arms but Kaunismieli gets an underhook and turns him. Now Trucks has his back to the cage.
Kaunismieli tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli.
A short body shot lands from Trucks as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trucks.
Kaunismieli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Kaunismieli avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Kaunismieli scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Trucks. Kaunismieli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kaunismieli takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kaunismieli connects with a body shot that sends Trucks's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Kaunismieli fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Trucks, pushing him back against the cage.
Trucks scores with a shot to the side of Kaunismieli's head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kaunismieli misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaunismieli lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaunismieli wants to stall.
Trucks stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaunismieli lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kaunismieli lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli.
Trucks misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaunismieli. #T1#
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kaunismieli lands a nice shot to the body.
Kaunismieli fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land.
Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
Kaunismieli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
Kaunismieli lands a right hand.
Still in the clinch, Kaunismieli scores with a nice short uppercut.
Trucks lands a body shot.
Trucks tries to stall but Kaunismieli uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Trucks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli lands with a light punch inside.
Kaunismieli doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kaunismieli cracks Trucks with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kaunismieli lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land.
Kaunismieli misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kaunismieli misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land.
Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land.
Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land.
Nice body punch from Kaunismieli - that landed with a thud.
Kaunismieli working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kaunismieli misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli cracks Trucks with a nice body shot.
Kaunismieli tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks tries to work over Kaunismieli's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kaunismieli is leaning against Trucks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kaunismieli lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Kaunismieli on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trucks.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kaunismieli misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Kaunismieli fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Trucks taking a breather.
Kaunismieli lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Kaunismieli scores with a shoulder strike.
Kaunismieli presses Trucks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short right from Kaunismieli on the inside. #ROC2#
Trucks is rocked!
A short right from Kaunismieli.
Oh Trucks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kaunismieli creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Trucks with a big uppercut! Trucks tries to clinch up but Kaunismieli pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Trucks to the mat! Trucks covers up and Kaunismieli unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kalervo Kaunismieli!
Our winner, Kalervo Kaunismieli, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Syn 605
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Mahmoud forces Trucks back against the cage and clinches.
Mahmoud landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Mahmoud cracks Trucks with a nice body shot.
Mahmoud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Trucks avoids it.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mahmoud blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Mahmoud blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahmoud lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Mahmoud.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Mahmoud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mahmoud lands a hook that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Mahmoud with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Mahmoud lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks working aggressively here.
Mahmoud scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mahmoud lands a left hand.
Trucks is trying to maintain a safe position but Mahmoud gets an underhook and turns Trucks into the cage.
Mahmoud lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Mahmoud with a knee to the head.
Mahmoud just leaning against Trucks, taking a breather.
Mahmoud throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mahmoud blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud digs a right hand underneath Trucks's ribcage. Trucks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Trucks is breathing heavily.
Mahmoud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahmoud blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud gets through Trucks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC2#
Trucks is rocked!
Mahmoud lands a big right hand that drops Trucks! The killer instinct kicks in and Mahmoud finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Mahmoud!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sameh Mahmoud!
A relieved looking Sameh Mahmoud thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Syn 602
Date: Nov 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Trucks throws a hook but Dog avoids it easily.
Trucks lands a jab.
Dog circles away from the clinch attempt
and Dog connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dog throws the kick towards the body but Trucks avoids it.
Dog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Trucks wants it to stay on the feet.
Dog avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dog lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Trucks takes the fight into the clinch.
We've been informed that Trucks has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Trucks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
I was talking to Dog's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Dog.
Trucks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dog throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Dog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks works on Dog's body with a couple of short punches.
Dog prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Dog throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Trucks.
Dog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dog misses with the head strike.
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dog backwards.
Dog letting Trucks take a breather here.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trucks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dog.
A shot in the inside from Dog.
Trucks gets through Dog's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dog misses with some punches.
Dog blocks a body shot from Trucks.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Dog misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2##BC#
Dog breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Trucks lands with a hook. Dog tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Trucks moves out of range of the strikes.
Dog throws a hook but Trucks blocks it.
Trucks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dog blocks a jab.
Trucks blocks a jab.
Dog looks to throw the jab but Trucks is out of range.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trucks digs a good hook to Dog's body.
Trucks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Dog's shoulder, as Dog tries to avoid the shot.
Dog misses with an uppercut
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T3#
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
and Dog counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Trucks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dog at a distance.
Nice body punch from Dog.
Trucks misses with an uppercut
and Dog counters with an outside leg kick.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Dog moved out of range.
Dog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Trucks's head backwards.
Trucks misses with a hook.
Dog misses the shot to the body.
Trucks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Trucks misses the body punch
letting Dog counter with a right hand.
Trucks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dog tests Trucks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dog throws a poor cross that misses
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Trucks darts in and clinches Dog up against the cage.
Dog blocks an uppercut.
Dog scores with a shot to the side of Trucks's head.
Dog misses with some punches.
Dog lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trucks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dog is trying to break the clinch but Trucks has him pressed against the cage.
Trucks lands a left hand.
Dog working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Dog.
Dog lands a hook that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dog.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A lazy body kick from Dog
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dog throws a shot from downtown. Trucks moves away and avoids it.
Dog swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dog throws an off balance right hand
and Dog takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dog staying out of range there.
Dog throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dog misses with a hook
and Trucks counters with a thumping low kick.
Trucks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dog missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trucks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Dog throws a body shot but no joy.
Dog misses with a body shot
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dog ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Dog on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dog misses with a straight left.
Trucks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dog moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
Dog swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Trucks bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dog's head backwards.
Trucks throws a lazy right hand but Dog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
Dog was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice shot lands for Trucks.
Dog tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Trucks paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Trucks pushes Dog up against the cage in a clinch.
Dog tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing Dog back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Dog.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dog.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Dog.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks prevents a body shot from Dog.
Dog lands a body punch in the clinch.
Trucks is breathing heavily.
Trucks lands a left hand.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Dog working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dog gets through Trucks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dog blocks an uppercut.
Trucks misses with a punch to the body.
Dog blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dog blocks an uppercut.
Dog lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
Dog blocks an uppercut.
Dog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
A short left from Dog.
Dog misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Dog has clasped his hands together around Trucks's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Dog tries to move to mount but Trucks blocks the move with his legs.
Dog tries to move to full mount but Trucks actually manages to regain half guard. #SUB#
Dog is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Trucks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dog.
Dog is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Trucks! #T4#
Dog wants to take his opponent's back but Trucks doesn't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dog swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Trucks is now in Dog's guard. A big mistake from Dog there, giving up the dominant position!
Dog looking to control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dog is looking to sweep but instead, Trucks has passed into half guard.
#SUB#
Dog looking for submissions off his back.
It looks like Trucks is going to stand back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dog misses with a hook
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dog checks the leg kick nicely there.
An attempted straight right counter from Dog misses the target.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
letting Dog counter with a right hand.
Dog throws a lazy right hand but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dog throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Dog misses the target.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Dog is just out of range.
Trucks throws a poor cross that misses
and Dog connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dog misses with a straight left.
A jab lands there for Dog.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
Trucks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Dog looking to score a takedown here. Trucks is defending well but Dog drives through and ends up in Trucks's guard.
Trucks keeping full guard, as Dog tries to pass.
Trucks wants to stand but Dog is controlling the position. #T2#
Dog trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dog advances position into side control!
Dog wants to control but Trucks is keeping him busy.
Junkyard Dog has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Derek Trucks is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Trucks bucks up and tries to throw Dog off but instead Dog has got his back!
Trucks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3##SUB#
Trucks is having to fend off submission attempts from Dog, who is looking to sink in the choke. Dog doesn't have the hooks in though and Trucks manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Dog looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Dog looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Trucks has picked Dog up and slammed him! Dog can't keep hold of the triangle and Trucks manages to pass to side control!
Trucks wants to stand but Dog is controlling his arm.
Dog is looking to reverse the position.#SU2#
Trucks stands up. #T4##CL#
Trucks tries to keep at a distance but Dog has taken the fight into the clinch.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks is working Dog over against the cage.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Dog fails to land.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Derek Trucks seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Trucks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Dog breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dog ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Junkyard Dog.
I think Trucks has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFA 84 Vermeulen Vs Murphy
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Pendragon moves out of range of the leg kick from Trucks.
Pendragon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pendragon. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trucks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pendragon falls off balance throwing a combination
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pendragon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A slow jab from Pendragon misses its intended target.
Trucks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pendragon takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
Trucks throws a hook but Pendragon avoids it easily.
Pendragon throws a body punch but Trucks moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Trucks staying out of range there.
Arthur Pendragon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks missing with a left hand there. Pendragon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trucks staying out of range there.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pendragon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Pendragon keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Pendragon looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Trucks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A punch combination from Pendragon misses.
Trucks lands with a nice body punch.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Pendragon moves away and avoids it.
Trucks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A shot to the body from Pendragon misses
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pendragon lands a jab.
Trucks lands with an overhand left.
Trucks missing with a left hand there. Pendragon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A countering left hand to the body from Pendragon misses.
Trucks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pendragon. Pendragon obviously looking to wear him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trucks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
Pendragon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Pendragon slips under a jab from Trucks.#T2#
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
Pendragon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Trucks lands with a cross.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Pendragon.
Pendragon lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Pendragon connects with a body shot that sends Trucks's belly button to the back.
Pendragon throws a lazy uppercut
and Trucks counters with a nice uppercut.
Pendragon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Trucks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Trucks throws a looping overhand right but Pendragon ducks down to avoid it.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pendragon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pendragon there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT#
It looks like Arthur Pendragon has been cut.
Trucks takes a swing at Pendragon's ribcage but misses.
Pendragon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Pendragon moves away and avoids it.
Trucks lands a slapping body shot.
#T3#
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Pendragon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Trucks takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Trucks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pendragon just misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks cracks Pendragon with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pendragon throws a lazy uppercut
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Pendragon jabs Trucks right on the nose. Trucks blinks but takes it well.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pendragon, as that shot connected.
Pendragon throws a poor cross that misses
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Pendragon misses.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Trucks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Pendragon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trucks moves away.
As Pendragon looks to move away, Trucks throws a big counter combo but Pendragon just gets out of the way.
Pendragon lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Pendragon throws a big shot that misses.
Pendragon just misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Pendragon misses with a left hand
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trucks misses with a double jab
and Pendragon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pendragon throws a leg kick but Trucks sees it coming and moves out of range.
As Pendragon backs away, Trucks returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Pendragon moves out of range as Trucks throws a body kick.
Pendragon lands a jab to Trucks's midsection.
Pendragon lands a body shot.
Pendragon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pendragon blocks a jab.
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slapping body kick lands there for Pendragon.
Trucks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pendragon throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Trucks throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Pendragon scores with a spinning back kick!
Trucks throws the left hand but Pendragon avoids the punch easily.
Pendragon jabs Trucks right on the nose. Trucks blinks but takes it well.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Pendragon.
Trucks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pendragon tries to score with a low kick but Trucks moves his leg out of the way.
Pendragon throws a leg kick that misses.
Pendragon throws a jab but it's blocked by Trucks.
Pendragon throws an off balance right hand
and Trucks counters with a stiff right hand.
Trucks slips a jab from Pendragon.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks looks to score with a jab to the body but Pendragon is just out of range.
Jab from Trucks.
Trucks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pendragon loads up on a big right hand but Trucks slips the punch.
Pendragon clobbers Trucks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Pendragon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Pendragon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Pendragon lands an overhand right.
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pendragon scores with a leg kick.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pendragon moves away.
Pendragon defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Pendragon.
Trucks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Pendragon ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Pendragon throws an overhand right that lands on Trucks's shoulder, as Trucks tries to avoid the shot.
Pendragon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Trucks.
Pendragon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pendragon with a nice cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pendragon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pendragon throws out a counter right but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
Pendragon scores with the left hand. Trucks knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Pendragon ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Pendragon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pendragon misses with a jab to the body
and Pendragon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pendragon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pendragon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Trucks counters with a nice uppercut.
Trucks moves out of range of the strikes.
Trucks is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pendragon.
Trucks scores with a nice head shot.
Pendragon lets loose with a powerful body kick. Trucks will feel that in the morning.
Pendragon throws an off balance right hand
#CL#
and Trucks holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks gets through Pendragon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pendragon controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC2#
Pendragon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Pendragon. #T3#
Pendragon misses with a wild body shot.
Pendragon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Trucks. #CL#
Trucks closes the distance and clinches.
Pendragon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pendragon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Pendragon.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Pendragon backwards.
Trucks misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Pendragon.
Pendragon is trying to force a seperation but Trucks has the dominant position.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Pendragon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land. #T4#
Pendragon blocks an uppercut.
Pendragon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pendragons head.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Pendragon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
Pendragon misses with an uppercut.
Pendragon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Pendragon misses with a body kick.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Good exchange - Pendragon coming out on top.#CL#
Trucks clinches up with Pendragon and pushes him back against the cage.
Pendragon tries to break the clinch but Trucks is controlling the position.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Pendragon misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Pendragon on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Pendragon scores with a nice head shot.
Pendragon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Pendragon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A big left from Pendragon misses.
Pendragon throws a big shot that misses.
Pendragon misses with a double jab.
Pendragon with a jab.
Trucks connects with a crisp jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Trucks as he connects with a hook.
Pendragon throws a lazy right hand but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pendragon moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Pendragon misses with a jab to the body
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pendragon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab from Trucks finds it's way through Pendragon's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pendragon in his tracks.
Pendragon misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Trucks misses the target.
Pendragon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
#T1#
Pendragon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Trucks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big left from Pendragon misses.
Pendragon takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A jab from Pendragon misses.
Pendragon throws out a loose jab but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks takes a swing at Pendragon's ribcage but misses.
Trucks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Trucks scores with the left hand. Pendragon knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#
Pendragon is rocked!
Pendragon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pendragon is still on wobbly legs! Can Trucks finish him?
A looping hook to the body misses from Trucks. Pendragon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pendragon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pendragon seems to have recovered his senses.
Pendragon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trucks manages to avoid it.
Trucks lands a right hook to the body.
Pendragon scores with a one two! Trucks had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Pendragon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
Pendragon misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Pendragon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Trucks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pendragon throws an off balance right hand
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Good exchange - Trucks coming out on top.
Trucks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pendragon.
Trucks is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Pendragon flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Pendragon is out cold! Trucks holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks retains his middleweight title!
A victorious Derek Trucks 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:
EFA 82 Trucks vs De Silva
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1#
DeSilva takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Trucks misses with the combination.
DeSilva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSilva.
Trucks misses with a hook. DeSilva ducked under it nicely.
DeSilva goes for a double leg but Trucks avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Trucks continues to drive forward.
Trucks connects with the punch.
DeSilva throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Trucks's waist but Trucks gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing DeSilva off to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A low kick from Trucks misses #TD2#
and DeSilva counters with a nice double leg into side control. Trucks won't be happy with that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeSilva postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Trucks prevents DeSilva from improving position. #T1#
DeSilva throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Trucks is trying to get back to his feet.
DeSilva misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
DeSilva misses with the ground and pound.
Trucks is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
DeSilva has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
DeSilva wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Trucks, who protects the arm well.
Check out the look on DeSilva's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T2#
DeSilva throws an elbow but Trucks slips to the side and avoids it well.
Trucks gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trucks is squirming around, avoiding DeSilva's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trucks is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
DeSilva throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
DeSilva throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Trucks because DeSilva loaded up on that one.
Trucks wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by DeSilva.
DeSilva unloads with some shots from mount but Trucks bucks and avoids them well.
#T3#
Trucks is squirming around, avoiding DeSilva's attempts to control the action.
DeSilva thowing shots but they're missing.
Trucks blocking the ground and pound.
Trucks is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Trucks avoids a series of strikes thrown by DeSilva.
DeSilva looking to control but Trucks is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
DeSilva unloads with some shots from mount but Trucks bucks and avoids them well.
DeSilva throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
DeSilva throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Trucks because DeSilva loaded up on that one. #T4#
Trucks is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Trucks wants to try and get back to his feet.
DeSilva lands with some strikes.
DeSilva lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Trucks hang on?
DeSilva trying to control but Trucks is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Trucks'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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks avoids a series of strikes thrown by DeSilva.
DeSilva with the ground and pound from mount.
Trucks wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by DeSilva.
DeSilva controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. DeSilva moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
DeSilva scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Trucks looks like he's trying to stand up.
DeSilva moves into full mount! Trucks won't be happy about that!
DeSilva tries to control but Trucks wriggling away.
DeSilva is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Trucks can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by DeSilva.
DeSilva misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
#T1#
DeSilva postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Trucks looks a forlorn figure.
DeSilva looking to ground and pound but Trucks is blocking nicely.
DeSilva putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB2#
DeSilva moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Trucks has worked his arm free - good work by Trucks!
#SUB2#
DeSilva tries for a kimura but Trucks is defending well.
DeSilva is looking to take a break and control but Trucks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
DeSilva is trying to get an arm triangle but Trucks is defending well. #T2#
Trucks is looking to work his way out of this bad position but DeSilva is controlling him well.
Trucks stops DeSilva from passing to mount.
Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva has got the better of the ground game so far.
DeSilva throws a strike aimed at the side of Trucks's head but Trucks avoids it well.
DeSilva throws an elbow but Trucks slips to the side and avoids it well.
Trucks is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, DeSilva asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
DeSilva is looking to take a break and control but Trucks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
DeSilva sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Trucks is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
DeSilva working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
DeSilva working the ground and pound.
DeSilva wants to lay and pray for a moment but Trucks keeps working.
DeSilva fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4#
Trucks regains half guard there - taking advantage of DeSilva's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Trucks regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from DeSilva.
DeSilva postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
DeSilva wants to pass the guard but Trucks is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
DeSilva dives in and scores a takedown into Trucks's guard.#ES#
Trucks kicks DeSilva off and gets to his feet.
Trucks displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from DeSilva.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
DeSilva throws a jab when Trucks was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by DeSilva.
DeSilva drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Trucks defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks just misses with a punch to the body.
DeSilva with the counter takedown but Trucks avoids it easily.
Nice sprawl there from Trucks as DeSilva shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from Trucks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeSilva moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
DeSilva cracks Trucks with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by DeSilva. #CL2#
DeSilva has taken the fight to the clinch.
DeSilva is working for takedown but Trucks is calmly controlling the position for now.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva.#TD2#
DeSilva drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
DeSilva is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
Trucks won't allow DeSilva to sweep him here. #SUB2#
DeSilva has his foot on Trucks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trucks works his way back into a safe position though.
DeSilva is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
DeSilva looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Trucks stopping the sweep attempt from DeSilva.#SUB2#
DeSilva is looking for a triangle but Trucks pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
DeSilva looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
DeSilva not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
DeSilva is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trucks defends well.
Trucks is looking to stand up but DeSilva won't let him.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
DeSilva escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trucks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
DeSilva wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeSilva tests Trucks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. DeSilva moves away and avoids it.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks misses with a body shot.
Trucks swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and DeSilva counters with a shoot takedown. Trucks fights it but they end up in guard. #ES#
Trucks is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. DeSilva presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
DeSilva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The referee is keeping an eye on DeSilva - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Trucks is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A head punch blocked on the inside by DeSilva. #T4#
DeSilva blocks an uppercut.
DeSilva jumps guard but Trucks turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
DeSilva wants to stall.
DeSilva taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but DeSilva uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
DeSilva breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeSilva.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Derek Trucks did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Trucks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
DeSilva fails with the takedown.
Trucks lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#TD2#
DeSilva fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Trucks sprawls well initially but DeSilva persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Trucks tries to kick DeSilva off but DeSilva keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
DeSilva tries to pass to full mount but Trucks defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Trucks kicks off DeSilva and gets to his feet.
Trucks is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Trucks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from DeSilva finds it's way round the side to connect with Trucks's head.
Trucks looks to land a left hand but DeSilva moved out of range nicely.
DeSilva is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Trucks misses with a hook. DeSilva ducked under it nicely.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
Trucks displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from DeSilva.
Trucks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Trucks throws a body shot but no joy.
Trucks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeSilva.
Trucks lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
No luck for DeSilva with that takedown attempt.
As DeSilva looks to move away, Trucks throws a big counter combo but DeSilva just gets out of the way.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva.#T2##TD2#
DeSilva looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
DeSilva postures up in Trucks's guard and throws a big left but Trucks blocks it.
DeSilva missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Trucks keeping full guard, as DeSilva tries to pass.
DeSilva postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
DeSilva wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeSilva accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
DeSilva tries to free his leg and advance position but Trucks is retaining full guard.
DeSilva is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing DeSilva from controlling successfully.
DeSilva throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeSilva shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Trucks as he jumps to the side.
Trucks moves out of range of the strikes.
Trucks misses with a hook.
DeSilva feints the counter takedown.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
DeSilva slips under a jab from Trucks.
DeSilva feints the counter takedown.
A big right from DeSilva misses.
Trucks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A decent looking cross lands there for DeSilva.
DeSilva displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
And DeSilva tries to counter it with a takedown but Trucks pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The fight stays on the outside here - DeSilva looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeSilva.
DeSilva with the counter takedown but Trucks avoids it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeSilva.
Trucks moves in looking to clinch but DeSilva pushes him off.
DeSilva tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks had his way with Joao Pedro Mauricio DeSilva in that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Trucks looks to throw the jab but DeSilva is out of range.
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but DeSilva slips the punch.
Trucks throws a body punch but DeSilva moves out of range. #CL2#
DeSilva has managed to clinch.
Trucks lands with a right to the head.
DeSilva is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of DeSilva backwards. #TD2#
DeSilva successfully pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
DeSilva throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
DeSilva looking for subs off his back but Trucks has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T1#
DeSilva tries to get to full guard but Trucks has control of the leg. #SUB2#
DeSilva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
DeSilva looking for submissions off his back.
Trucks prevents DeSilva from improving his position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
DeSilva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trucks pulls his head out easily.
DeSilva is looking to get back to full guard here but Trucks has managed to pass to side control instead.
DeSilva tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SU#
Trucks decides to stand back up.
DeSilva avoids the body shot from Trucks.
DeSilva shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Trucks pinned against the cage. Trucks gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
DeSilva shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Trucks pinned against the cage. Trucks gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Trucks throws a right and a left that both miss.
DeSilva drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Trucks defends it well.
A lazy left from Trucks finds it's target.
DeSilva staying out of range there.
DeSilva changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Trucks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeSilva.
DeSilva on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Trucks scores with a jab to the head.
Trucks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on DeSilva's shoulder, as DeSilva tries to avoid the shot.
Trucks lands a nice hook to DeSilva's body. DeSilva takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
DeSilva has managed to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Trucks has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 48:47
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks is the new middleweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Derek Trucks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFA 68 Trucks vs Sestius
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Sestius falls off balance throwing a combination
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sestius looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sestius tries to clinch but Trucks moves out of range.
Trucks connects with a right hand. Sestius shakes it off.#CL2#
Sestius gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sestius misses with a body punch.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Sestius escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sestius looks to land a combination but Trucks avoids it well.
Sestius takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sestius darts in trying to clinch
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sestius misses with a wild body shot.
Sestius misses with a wild body shot. #KD#
Trucks cracks Sestius with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Sestius looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Trucks finish him?
#ROC#
Sestius is rocked!#T1#
Trucks throws an uppercut from hell that sends Sestius clean off his feet! He's out cold! Trucks stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
During a confident post fight interview, Derek Trucks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFA 56 Trucks vs Murphy
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Murphy cracks Trucks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Trucks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mick Murphy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Trucks forces Murphy back against the cage and clinches.
Trucks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murphy throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks lands a nice uppercut.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murphy lands a nice uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Murphy avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Murphy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Murphy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murphy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trucks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks tries to work over Murphy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Murphy lands a hook that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Murphy lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A hook to the body from Trucks.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murphy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Murphy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks lands with a light punch inside.
Murphy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Trucks is keeping busy.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy.
Trucks presses Murphy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy lands with a right to the head.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy.
Murphy tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murphy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy misses with some punches.
Murphy blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Murphy.
Trucks lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
Murphy lands a body punch in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Murphy.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy is leaning against Trucks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Trucks is breathing heavily.
Murphy scores with a shoulder strike.
Murphy throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Murphy.
Murphy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Truckss head.
A short right from Murphy.
Murphy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Trucks or not.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Murphy.
Murphy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Murphy throws a head punch that misses.
Murphy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Truckss head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Trucks.
Murphy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trucks's elbow.
Murphy throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Trucks blocking some punches.
#T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Murphy.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murphy.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks.
Murphy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murphy unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Trucks! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Murphy is unloading with more strikes now! Trucks drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mick Murphy!
Mick Murphy is the new middleweight champion!
Mick Murphy thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFA 47 Nixon vs Trucks
Date: Apr 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Nixon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Trucks lands with a shot to the body.
Nixon misses with a looping left.
Trucks scores with a body shot.
Nixon swats away the attempt to clinch by Trucks.
Trucks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nixon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Trucks.
Nixon misses with a hook
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
Nixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've been hearing reports that Nixon has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks presses Nixon against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short left from Trucks.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Trucks lands a right hand.
Trucks scores with a hook to the body.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Trucks tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nixon has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
Trucks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nixon's elbow.
Nixon tries to break the clinch but Trucks is controlling the position.
Trucks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nixons head.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Trucks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trucks lands with a light punch inside.
Trucks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nixon.
Trucks lands a nice shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Trucks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nixon is breathing heavily.
Trucks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Good body shot from Trucks.
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Trucks has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nixon seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Trucks can turn it around.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks is leaning against Nixon and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Trucks.
#T2#
A nice left hand lands by Trucks.
Trucks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Trucks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nixon or not.
Trucks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Nice body punch from Trucks - that landed with a thud.
Nixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
Trucks is working Nixon over against the cage.
Trucks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks lands a shot to the body.
Trucks lands a body punch.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Nixon is looking to break free of the clinch but Trucks has double underhooks.
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks scores with a shoulder strike.
Trucks lands a right hand.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Nixon backwards.
Trucks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nixon stalling in the clinch but Trucks improves position. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Trucks. #TD2#
Trucks pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Trucks has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Nixon doesn't defend quickly enough and Trucks has managed to lock this one up! Can Nixon escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Trucks on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks is the new middleweight champion!
An out of breath Derek Trucks 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:
EFA 32 Carsara vs Trucks
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Carsara throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trucks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Carsara looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Carsara looks to score with a jab to the body but Trucks is just out of range.
Carsara throws the left hand but Trucks avoids the punch easily.
Trucks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good standup being displayed there by Trucks as he connects with a hook.
Carsara throws a right hand that misses
and Carsara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Trucks gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice left hand lands by Trucks.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trucks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Trucks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Trucks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trucks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Carsara is breathing heavily.
A shot in the inside from Trucks.
A short left from Trucks.
Trucks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Trucks.
#ROC2#
Carsara is rocked!
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Carsara backwards.
Oh Carsara is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Trucks prevents Carsara from breaking the clinch.
Trucks pushes Carsara back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Carsara seems to have got his legs back now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trucks.
Trucks lands a hook that snaps the head of Carsara backwards.
Trucks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trucks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Carsaras head.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short left from Trucks.
Trucks lands with a short shot to the head.
Trucks has Carsara pressed against the cage. Carsara drops his hands and Trucks takes advantage by unloading with a massive hook that sends Carsara tumbling to the canvas! Trucks rains down with more punches but Carsara was already out! That's a highlight reel knockout for Trucks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Fausto Carsara had this to say: 'Oh fuck!!! it's so hard to lose. Congratulations to Derek Trucks it's an Amazing fighter. But I think to be one of the best in EPA. The second contender Zimmerman or GOMI have to give me a Chance to fight this is my fist loss and don't change nothing I deserve respect, cause I will back soon '.
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Event:
TRFC102
Date: Dec 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Clack fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Clack shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Clack showed some decent athleticism there.
Ground and pound from Clack.
Clack is just content to waste time from the top position. Trucks takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Trucks is trying to control the position but Clack postures up.
Trucks pulls Clack in close to prevent any damage.
Clack controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clack wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving. #T1#
Trucks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Clack content to stall in guard here.
Clack trying to move into half guard but instead Trucks has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Clack manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Trucks manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Trucks preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Clack stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Trucks working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Clack. #T2#
Clack working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Clack missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Clack accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clack missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Clack tries to free his leg and advance position but Trucks is retaining full guard.
Clack throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Clack from controlling successfully.
Clack looking to pass the guard.
Clack in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Clack trying to control the position from guard on top but Trucks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Trucks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Clack slips a jab from Trucks.
Clack feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Trucks takes the fight into the clinch.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks tries to work over Clack's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Clack takes a shot to the head.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD#
Clack manages to pull guard.
Trucks would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Trucks is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Trucks looking to pass the guard.
Clack looking to hit a scissor sweep but Trucks is one step ahead there.
Clack trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
Trucks won't allow Clack to sweep him here.
Trucks must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Clack looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Trucks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Clack has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trucks has managed to get both his arms back between Clack's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kenny Clack will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Clack digs a good hook to Trucks's body.
Clack connects with an inside leg kick.
Trucks connects with a crisp jab.
A left lands for Trucks.
The crowd cheers as Clack lands an impressive looking overhand right. Trucks doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Trucks rushes Clack and presses him up against the cage.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD#
Clack pulls Trucks into guard.
Clack tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Clack looking to control.
Trucks slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Clack with the active half guard here but Trucks passes nicely into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Clack sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Clack'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.
Clack has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Trucks is working away from the top position though.
Clack is pressing down on Trucks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Clack throws his legs up looking for a submission but Trucks uses it to pass to side control.
Clack seems a little lost for a moment, as Trucks dominates the positioning.
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Clack keeps working.
Clack tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Trucks wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Clack is trying to control Trucks's posture but Trucks avoids it.
Clack is looking to reverse the position.
Trucks misses with the ground and pound.
Clack is trying to improve his position.
Clack struggling a bit here.
Clack tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Clack gets back to half guard.
Clack tries to get to full guard but Trucks has control of the leg.
Clack wants to control but Trucks is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice jab there from Clack.
Trucks tries to clinch
and Clack counters with a nice uppercut.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trucks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Trucks, as that shot connected.
Clack slips a jab from Trucks.#T4#
Trucks doesn't manage to clinch there - Clack circles away.
Trucks fails to land with a series of punches.
Trucks scores with the left hand. Clack knows he should have avoided that one.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Clack uses good head movement to avoid it.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks throws the left hand but Clack avoids the punch easily.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Clack counters with a single leg into guard. Trucks didn't expect that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Clack 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Clack accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Trucks controlling the position.
Clack wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving.
Trucks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Derek Trucks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks defending well as Clack loads up on a big left hand.
Trucks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Clack was well out of range. Poor timing from Trucks.
Trucks sizes up Clack with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Trucks tries to clinch but Clack is having none of it.
Trucks throws a big shot that misses.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Clack.
Trucks lands with a straight right. Clack didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Trucks takes the fight into the clinch.
Clack working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Clack.
Clack blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Clack drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Trucks gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Clack.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Clack.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks digs a right hand underneath Clack's ribcage. Clack let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Clack.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Clack uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Trucks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trucks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Clack.
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Clack wants a takedown.
Trucks lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Clack. #TD#
Clack pulls guard effortlessly.
Clack wants to sweep but no luck. #SU2#
Trucks stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Clack staying out of range there.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Clack throws a big shot that misses.
Clack misses with a looping left.
Derek Trucks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No joy there for Trucks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Clack half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Trucks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Clack's hands.
Clack just misses with a punch to the body.
Trucks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Trucks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Trucks ducks under a wild hook from Clack.
As Clack backs off Trucks throws a huge counter combo but Clack manages to avoid it all.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Trucks.
Clack shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Trucks to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kenny Clack. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Clack swats away the attempt to clinch by Trucks.
Clack connects with a jab.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Clack throws a leg kick but Trucks sees it coming and moves out of range.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks checks a low kick from Clack.
Trucks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Clack is defended easily by Trucks.#T4#
Trucks lands with an uppercut that bounces Clack off the cage and back into range.
Kenny Clack has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trucks connects with a looping right hand.
Trucks slips under a jab.
Clack throws a low kick but it's checked well by Trucks.
Trucks throws out a counter right but Clack avoids it with no problem.
Trucks thuds his right hand into Clack's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Clack's shoulder, as Clack tries to avoid the shot.
Clack scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Clack misses with a hook
letting Trucks counter with a right hand.
Trucks scores with a jab.
Clack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trucks.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Trucks has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Derek Trucks!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Derek Trucks!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks wins by unanimous decision!
A victorious Derek Trucks 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:
Combate FL: Aas vs Doubtfire
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Tudekiks slips a jab and a cross from Trucks.
Tudekiks blocks a jab.
It looked like Tudekiks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tudekiks 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.
Tudekiks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Trucks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#
It looks like Suleijma Tudekiks has been cut.
Trucks scores with a one two! Tudekiks had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Trucks lands a jab to the head.
Tudekiks swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tudekiks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Tudekiks is rocked!
Trucks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tudekiks wants to clinch up but Trucks keeps it at a distance.
It seemed like Trucks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Some wild striking there from Tudekiks.
Sloppy strikes from Tudekiks. Those never looked like landing.
Tudekiks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Tudekiks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Tudekiks went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tudekiks blocks a jab.
A punch combination from Trucks misses.
Tudekiks seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Trucks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tudekiks moves away.
Tudekiks really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Tudekiks keeps the fight on the outside.
We've been informed that Trucks has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tudekiks ducks right into an uppercut from Trucks.
Oh Tudekiks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Trucks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tudekiks bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Trucks comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Tudekiks falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Tudekiks was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
Derek Trucks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
C29: Sanada vs Gracie
Date: Oct 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Trucks misses with a low kick as Zheglov jumps back.
Trucks misses with a body shot
and Zheglov counters with a stiff right hand.
Trucks misses with a hook.
Zheglov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Trucks gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trucks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zheglov backwards.
Zheglov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Trucks is keeping busy.
Trucks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Zheglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zheglov throws out a counter right but Trucks avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trucks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Zheglov.
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A left lands for Trucks.#T1#
Trucks misses with a hook
and Zheglov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trucks throws a right hand that misses
and Zheglov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trucks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Zheglov in his tracks.
Zheglov ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
A punch lands to the side of Zheglov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Trucks jabs Zheglov right on the nose. Zheglov blinks but takes it well.
Zheglov misses with a straight left.
Zheglov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Zheglov misses with a double jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Zheglov.#T2#
Trucks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Zheglov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Trucks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zheglov is looking for the big counter here.
Trucks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Zheglov on the side of the head.
Zheglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trucks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Trucks is looking to clinch but Zheglov is avoiding it.
A telegraphed right hand from Trucks misses the target.
Zheglov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trucks scores with a jab to the jaw.#KD#
Trucks cracks Zheglov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Trucks has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Zheglov to stand back up!#ROC#
Zheglov is rocked!#CL#
Zheglov gets tackled into the cage by Trucks. Trucks maintains the clinch.
Zheglov is still on wobbly legs! Can Trucks finish him?
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Zheglov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks tries to throw a body punch but Zheglov avoids it by throwing Trucks back against the cage.
A short right from Trucks on the inside.
Trucks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Zheglov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Zheglov blocking some punches.
Trucks lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Zheglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Trucks.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Zheglov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Zheglov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Trucks.
Zheglov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Zheglov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zheglov blocks an uppercut.
Zheglov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zheglov blocks an uppercut.
Zheglov slowing the pace effectively.
Zheglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zheglov seems to have recovered his senses.
Trucks misses with a body punch.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
Zheglov has had enough of the clinch but Trucks keeps him there for the moment.
Zheglov throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
A right handed body shot lands from Trucks.
Zheglov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Zheglov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Zheglov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks can't find room to land a body shot as Zheglov controls the action.
Zheglov can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Zheglov is looking to control Trucks's arms but Trucks gets an underhook and turns him. Now Zheglov has his back to the cage.
Zheglov throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Zheglov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zheglov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Trucks has him pressed against the cage.
Trucks scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Zheglov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Zheglov lands a hook that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Derek Trucks's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Zheglov misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Zheglov does it's job there.
Trucks throws a jab when Zheglov was well out of range.#KD#
Trucks drops Zheglov with a beautiful combination! Zheglov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Trucks is looking for the KO!
Trucks lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Zheglov falls backwards - clearly groggy! Trucks dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
Our winner, Derek Trucks, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
C26: Antonio vs Slice
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Trucks tries to clinch up.
Paunovic checks the leg kick.
Trucks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Paunovics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The fighters circling - Paunovic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Paunovic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Trucks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Paunovic manages to avoid it.
Paunovic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Trucks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Paunovic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Paunovic misses.
Paunovic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT#
It looks like Zoran Paunovic has been cut.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Paunovic - that will leave a mark!
Paunovic slips under a jab from Trucks.
Paunovic missing with a left hand there. Trucks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Paunovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Paunovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Paunovic darts in trying to clinch
and Trucks counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T1#
Paunovic tries a head kick but it misses.
Trucks throws out a powerful jab.
Sloppy strikes from Trucks. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Trucks gets tackled into the cage by Paunovic. Paunovic maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paunovic.
Paunovic misses with some punches.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Paunovic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Paunovic tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Trucks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Paunovic blocks a body shot from Trucks.
Trucks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Paunovic's elbow.
Trucks struggles to land a body shot inside as Paunovic controls his hands.
Paunovic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Paunovic.
Trucks cracks Paunovic with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks blocks a body shot from Paunovic.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
#T2#
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trucks.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Paunovic has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
A short left from Paunovic.
Trucks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Paunovic.
We've been informed that Paunovic has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Trucks blocking some punches.
Paunovic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Paunovic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Paunovic.
Paunovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Paunovic throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks blocks a body shot from Paunovic.
Paunovic tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trucks scores with a shoulder strike.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Paunovic misses with a punch on the inside.
#T3#
Trucks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Trucks scores with a shot to the side of Paunovic's head.
Paunovic lands with a left to the head.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Paunovic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Paunovic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Trucks.
Paunovic presses Trucks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Paunovic misses with a body punch.
Trucks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Paunovic.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Paunovic has a couple of punches blocked by Trucks.
Paunovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
I was talking to Trucks's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Paunovic misses with a punch to the body.
Paunovic misses with an elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Paunovic.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
#T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Paunovic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Paunovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Paunovic.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Paunovic.
Paunovic lands a left hand.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Paunovic tries to throw a body punch but Trucks avoids it by throwing Paunovic back against the cage.
Trucks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Paunovic.
Paunovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paunovic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Paunovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Paunovic scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Paunovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Paunovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paunovic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zoran Paunovic will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Trucks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Paunovic scores with a hook.
Paunovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Trucks looks to throw the jab but Paunovic is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Paunovic.
Paunovic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Trucks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Paunovic misses with a head kick.
Paunovic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Paunovic slips a straight right by Trucks.
Good shot there by Paunovic.
Trucks misses with a few strikes there.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Paunovic.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
Paunovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trucks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Paunovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paunovic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Paunovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Paunovic lands a nice leg kick that just misses Trucks's sensitive parts. #T1#
Paunovic fakes the leg kick and cracks Trucks in the body.
Paunovic scores with a shot to the body.
Trucks missing with a left hand there. Paunovic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Paunovic throws a hook to the side of Trucks's head but Trucks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Paunovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Paunovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Paunovic is looking to chop away at Trucks's legs.
Trucks misses with a hook. Paunovic ducked under it nicely.
Paunovic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Paunovic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
That kick from Paunovic tenderised Trucks's leg. Trucks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Trucks takes a swing at Paunovic's ribcage but misses.
Trucks throws a body punch but Paunovic moves out of range.
Trucks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sloppy strikes from Paunovic. Those never looked like landing.
Trucks went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Paunovic takes the fight into the clinch.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paunovic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Paunovic tries to work over Trucks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Trucks.
Paunovic can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Paunovic is leaning against Trucks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Trucks.
Paunovic lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trucks.
Paunovic working aggressively here.
Trucks misses with a body punch.
Paunovic misses with a punch on the inside.
Paunovic digs a right hand underneath Trucks's ribcage. Trucks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Trucks throws a punch but it's blocked by Paunovic.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Paunovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Paunovic prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Paunovic blocks an uppercut.
Paunovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3#
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
A body shot lands from Trucks.
Paunovic scores with a shot to the side of Trucks's head.
Still in the clinch, Trucks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Paunovic takes a shot to the head.
Trucks lands with a short shot to the head.
Trucks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Paunovics head.
Paunovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Paunovic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trucks backwards.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Paunovic.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks lands with a left to the head.
Paunovic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Paunovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks blocks an uppercut.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Paunovic takes a shot to the head.
Trucks prevents a body shot from Paunovic. #T4#
Paunovic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Paunovic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Paunovic.
Paunovic blocks an uppercut.
Paunovic working aggressively here.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Paunovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Paunovic lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Paunovic.
Trucks cracks Paunovic with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Paunovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Trucks.
Paunovic throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Zoran Paunovic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Trucks walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Paunovic moves into the clinch.
Paunovic scores with a shot to the side of Trucks's head.
Paunovic misses with the head strike.
Paunovic can't find room to land a body shot as Trucks controls the action.
Paunovic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trucks working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Paunovic.
Paunovic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Truckss head.
Nice body punch from Paunovic - that landed with a thud.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Paunovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Trucks controls his hands.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trucks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Paunovic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Paunovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Paunovic misses with a punch on the inside.
Paunovic lands a body punch.
Paunovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trucks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Paunovics head.
Paunovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Paunovic lands a nice uppercut.
Paunovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paunovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Paunovic.
Paunovic lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#
Trucks is rocked!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Paunovic.
Oh Trucks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Still in the clinch, Paunovic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Paunovic creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Trucks's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Trucks drops to his knees and Paunovic pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zoran Paunovic!
Zoran Paunovic tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
C20: Lu vs Spillane
Date: Aug 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Garcia moves away and avoids it.
Garcia shoots in for a double leg but Trucks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Garcia moves out of range as Trucks strikes.
Trucks checks the leg kick.
Trucks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Garcia displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trucks throws out the jab.
Garcia fails with the takedown
and Trucks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Trevor Garcia has been cut.
Garcia throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A slow jab from Garcia misses its intended target.
Trucks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot lands for Garcia.
We've been hearing reports that Garcia has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Trucks to counter with a crisp jab.
Trucks has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice shot by Garcia.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks looks to land a left hand but Garcia moved out of range nicely.
Garcia shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Trucks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trevor Garcia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A jab from Trucks misses.
Nice straight punches there by Trucks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trucks.
Trucks falls off balance throwing a combination
and Garcia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Trucks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Trucks thuds his right hand into Garcia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
An inside leg kick lands from Garcia.
Garcia shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Trucks defends it nicely.
Garcia throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Garcia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Garcia looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Garcia will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Garcia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Trucks throws a shot from downtown. Garcia moves away and avoids it.
Garcia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Garcia moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Trucks on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Trucks throws an overhand right that lands on Garcia's shoulder, as Garcia tries to avoid the shot.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Garcia went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Trucks throws a left and a right that both miss
and Garcia counters with a nice uppercut.
Garcia jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Trucks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Garcia.
Garcia takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Trucks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Garcia misses with a takedown
and Trucks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
Trevor Garcia's cut is getting worse.
Trucks throws a solid leg kick but Garcia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Trucks.
Trucks misses the shot to the body.
Trucks misses with a lunging right hand
letting Garcia counter with a right hand.
Garcia is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Garcia needs to keep his hands up - Trucks had a free shot at his head there.
Garcia lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Garcia avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Garcia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Garcia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trucks.
Garcia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
Garcia lands with a kick to the temple. Trucks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Garcia with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Trucks to score with a decent uppercut.
Trucks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Garcias jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Trucks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Garcia.
Trucks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Garcia's head.#ROC2#
Garcia is rocked!#CUT2#
Trevor Garcia's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Garcia throws a low kick, looking for Trucks's leg but Trucks calmly moves out of range.
Trucks misses with a hook.
Garcia fires out a quick counter leg kick but Trucks just manages to avoid it.
Trucks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Garcia throws a nice looking combination but Trucks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Garcia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trucks.
A punch combination from Garcia misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garcia scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Trucks works Garcia's body with a nice hook.
Trucks misses with a looping left.#T4#
Trucks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garcia.
A big right from Trucks misses.
Garcia ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Garcia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garcia defending well as Trucks loads up on a big left hand.
Garcia misses with an uppercut. Trucks saw that one coming.
Trucks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trucks tries to clinch but Garcia moves away
and Garcia counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Trucks enables Garcia to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Trucks manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Trucks has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Garcia has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Garcia prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Garcia misses with a body punch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Garcia throws an elbow but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trucks presses Garcia against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trucks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trucks can't find room to land a body shot as Garcia controls the action.
Trucks has a couple of punches blocked by Garcia.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trevor Garcia's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Garcia slips the punch.
Garcia is looking to counter punch.
Trucks scores with a shot to the body.
Trucks stuns Garcia with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Garcia walks into a left hand.
Garcia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Trucks swats away the attempt to clinch by Garcia.#CL2#
Trucks has taken the fight to the clinch.
Trucks misses with a punch on the inside.
Trucks misses with some punches.
Trucks misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Garcia.
Garcia blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trucks has Garcia pressed against the cage, preventing Garcia from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Garcia wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Trucks has him pressed against the cage.
Trucks misses with the head strike.
Garcia is trying to break free.#T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Trucks.
Garcia tries to circle away but Trucks has him pinned against the cage.
Trucks keeps control of Garcia as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Trucks lands a shoulder strike.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Garcia has Trucks pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Trucks manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nice body punch from Trucks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Garcia.
Trucks lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Garcia pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks looks to land a left hand but Garcia moved out of range nicely.
Trucks misses with a hook. Garcia ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Garcia was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Trucks misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Trucks misses its intended target.
Trucks staying out of range there.
Trucks unleashes a big counter combination but Garcia bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Garcia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garcia misses with a wild combination.
#T2#
Garcia looks to land a combination. Trucks sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good standup being displayed there by Garcia as he connects with a hook.
Trucks throws a solid leg kick but Garcia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Trucks.
Trucks connects with a body shot that sends Garcia's belly button to the back.
Trucks misses with a right hand
and Garcia counters with a straight right hand.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Garcia shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Trucks but Trucks pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Trucks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Garcia with a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Trucks gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Trucks keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Garcia's efforts to push away.
Garcia is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Trucks gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trevor Garcia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Garcia prevents a body shot from Trucks.
Garcia fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Trucks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Garcia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trucks swings wildly with an uppercut but Garcia uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Garcia tries to break the clinch but Trucks is controlling the position.
Garcia blocks a body shot from Trucks.
Garcia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trucks gets through Garcia's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trucks throws a head punch that misses.
Trucks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A frustrated look appears on Garcia's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Trucks fails to land. #BC#
Garcia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Garcia will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Garcia slips a straight right by Trucks.
Garcia throws a series of punches but Trucks avoids them all with ease.
The fighters circling - Trucks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Trucks lands a jab to Garcia's midsection.
Trucks works Garcia's body with a nice hook.
Trucks lands a jab to Garcia's midsection.#T4#
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Garcia has time to react.
Derek Trucks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks's corner calls for a 1-2. Trucks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Garcia counters with a left and a right that stings Trucks.
Garcia thows a left - swing and a miss!
Garcia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
Garcia throws a right and a left that Trucks avoids nicely.
Trucks is looking to clinch.
Trucks scores with a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Trucks. Those never looked like landing.
Garcia throws out a loose jab but Trucks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trucks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trucks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Trucks tries to close the distance and clinch but Garcia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Trucks closes the distance and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Trevor Garcia's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Trucks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garcia.
Garcia moves away from the strike by Trucks.
Trucks looks to land a right hand but Garcia moved out of range.
Garcia fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Garcia throws a right and a left that Trucks avoids nicely.
A left lands for Trucks.
Trucks tries to clinch but Garcia moves out of range.
Garcia is looking for a counter combo.
Trucks scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Trucks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Garcia. Trucks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Garcia throws a one two combo.
Trucks throws a series of punches but Garcia avoids them all with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garcia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Garcia takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#
Jeez, Trevor Garcia's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Garcia gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Trucks.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Garcia counters with a series of strikes. Trucks will be more careful next time no doubt.
Garcia wants to clinch up but Trucks keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Trucks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Trucks misses with a wild body shot.
Trucks throws a jab but it's blocked by Garcia.
Garcia scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Some wild striking there from Garcia.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Trucks misses with a series of wild punches.
Garcia swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Garcia doesn't manage to clinch there - Trucks circles away.
Trucks avoids a punch combination nicely.
Garcia staying out of range there.#CL#
Trucks gets tackled into the cage by Garcia. Garcia maintains the clinch.
Trucks working aggressively here.
Trucks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Trevor Garcia's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Derek Trucks!
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Event:
C13: Beefrock vs Antonio
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
A jab from Trucks misses.
Long Wei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Long Wei.
Trucks has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Long Wei is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Long Wei avoids the body shot from Trucks.
A jab from Long Wei does it's job there.
Nice uppercut there from Trucks.
Long Wei lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Long Wei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.
Long Wei looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Trucks throws a lazy right hand but Long Wei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Long Wei lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Trucks misses.
Trucks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Long Wei under the eye.
A shot to the body from Trucks misses
and Long Wei counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Trucks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Long Wei.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trucks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Long Wei digs a good hook to Trucks's body.
Trucks connects with a looping right hand.
Long Wei takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Trucks misses with a right hand
and Long Wei counters with a straight right hand.
Long Wei is looking to clinch but Trucks is avoiding it.
Trucks throws a right and a left that both miss.
Long Wei swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Trucks lands a head shot.
Trucks lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Long Wei backs up against the cage.
Long Wei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Long Wei lands a head shot.
Long Wei throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Trucks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Long Wei throws a wild body kick that Trucks sees coming a mile off.
Long Wei lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Long Wei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks loads up on a big right hand but Long Wei slips the punch.
Long Wei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trucks throws a body punch but Long Wei moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Long Wei is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Trucks is defending well for now.
Long Wei misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Trucks breaks from the clinch.
Trucks misses with a hook
enabling Long Wei to counter with a crisp jab.
Long Wei is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Trucks throws a lazy right hand but Long Wei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
A quick step to the side and Long Wei tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Long Wei throws a leg kick that misses.
Trucks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Long Wei with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Trucks to score with a decent uppercut.
Trucks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Trucks lands a really nice looking cross but Long Wei seems unphased.
Trucks misses with an uppercut.
Long Wei is looking to counter punch.
Long Wei tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #KD2#
Trucks drops Long Wei with a big left hand and mounts him. Long Wei is in big trouble! #ROC2#
Long Wei is rocked!
Trucks controlling the pace for now.
Oh Long Wei is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Trucks tries to control but Long Wei wriggling away.
Long Wei seems to have got his legs back now.
Long Wei is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Long Wei is in all sorts of trouble here.
Trucks controlling from the full mount.
Long Wei on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Long Wei tries to get out of the position.
Trucks trying to control but Long Wei is having none of it. #T4#
Long Wei wants to control but Trucks is having none of it.
Trucks controlling from the full mount.
Long Wei is squirming around, avoiding Trucks's attempts to control the action.
Long Wei is trying desperately to improve position.
Trucks sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Long Wei is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Trucks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trucks moves out of range of the leg kick from Long Wei.
Trucks throws a right hand that Long Wei ducks under and follows up with a left that Long Wei also avoids with ease.
Trucks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Trucks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trucks lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Long Wei has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Long Wei there as he acknowledges the shot.
Long Wei stuns Trucks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Derek Trucks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trucks misses with a looping left.
Trucks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Long Wei tries to clinch there but Trucks circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Long Wei slips under a jab.
Good shot there by Trucks.
Trucks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Long Wei.
Long Wei misses with a body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks misses with a hook
letting Long Wei counter with a right hand. #T1##CL#
Long Wei moves into range and clinches up with Trucks.#BC2#
Trucks breaks from the clinch.
Nice shot by Trucks.
Trucks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Long Wei.
Trucks scores with a decent looking hook.
Trucks misses with a looping right.
Long Wei tries to close the distance and clinch up but Trucks swats him away and circles back towards the center. #KD2#
Trucks lands a big shot that drops Long Wei! Can he finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks being controlled here momentarily.
Long Wei wants to get back to his feet but Trucks is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Long Wei not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Trucks wants to control from the top but Long Wei keeps moving.
Long Wei controls Trucks momentarily but Trucks frees himself.
Long Wei is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Trucks is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Long Wei is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Long Wei keeping moving, preventing Trucks from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Trucks throws an off balance right hand
and Long Wei counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Long Wei lands a really nice looking cross but Trucks seems unphased.
A leg kick checked by Trucks.
A big right from Trucks misses.
Long Wei walks into a stiff left hand from Trucks.#T3#
Long Wei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Long Wei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trucks was well out of range. Poor timing from Long Wei.
Long Wei lands a jab to the head.
Derek Trucks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trucks scores with a nice strike.
Long Wei just misses with a punch to the body.
Long Wei slips a straight right by Trucks.
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Long Wei sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Long Wei misses its target.
Trucks swats away the attempt to clinch by Long Wei.#KD2#
Trucks drops his shoulder and cracks Long Wei with a huge uppercut! Long Wei goes down! Can Trucks finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Long Wei trying to keep a closed guard but Trucks is proving a slippery customer.
Long Wei looking to control but Trucks passes into half guard.
#T4#
Trucks is trying to control. Long Wei wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Long Wei is pressing down on Trucks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Trucks is fighting to break Long Wei's control of his arms but Long Wei is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Long Wei wants to stand but Trucks is controlling the position.
Trucks passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Long Wei is letting Trucks control him for a moment.
Long Wei is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Trucks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##KD2#
Trucks lands a left and a right that sends Long Wei crashing to the canvas! Trucks dives into mount looking to finish!
Trucks prevents Long Wei from getting the reversal.
Trucks controlling from the full mount.
Let's hope that Trucks 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Long Wei is working to get back to half guard.
Trucks looking to control but Long Wei is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Derek Trucks has got the better of the ground game so far.
Long Wei is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Trucks looking to control but Long Wei is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T1#
Long Wei is trying desperately to improve position.
Trucks sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Long Wei wants to hold on but Trucks pushes him away.
Long Wei working to try and regain half guard.
Long Wei is working hard here to advance position.
Feng Long Wei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Long Wei is squirming around, avoiding Trucks's attempts to control the action.
Long Wei tries to reverse the position but Trucks maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Long Wei bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Trucks keeping moving, preventing Long Wei from controlling successfully.
Trucks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Derek Trucks is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Trucks is adopting a defensive guard.
Trucks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Long Wei throws a big elbow that misses. #ES2#
Trucks pushes Long Wei off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T3#
Long Wei ducks under a wild hook from Trucks.
Long Wei tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Trucks manages to circle out of the way.
Long Wei misses with a kick to the body.
Trucks lands a jab to the nose.
Trucks avoids the body shot from Long Wei.
Long Wei tries to close the distance and clinch but Trucks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Long Wei takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Trucks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trucks cracks Long Wei with a good jab.
Long Wei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Trucks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Long Wei's hands.
Trucks throws a right hand that misses
and Long Wei counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Long Wei sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Long Wei misses with a hook.
Long Wei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Trucks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Long Wei sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Trucks lands a jab to the nose.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trucks falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL#
and Long Wei holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Trucks takes a shot to the head.
Trucks lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Trucks breaks the clinch.
Long Wei drops his hands momentarily and Trucks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Trucks throws the left hand but Long Wei avoids the punch easily.
Long Wei throws a sloppy body shot
and Trucks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Long Wei throws a series of punches but Trucks avoids them all with ease.
Trucks lands with a right hand.
Long Wei throws a predictable looking body shot
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trucks digs a good body shot into Long Wei's ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Trucks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Trucks winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derek Trucks!
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Event:
Combate 10: Aas vs Pouko
Date: Jun 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Trucks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Von Mises.
Von Mises walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#
It looks like Ludwig Von Mises has been cut.
Trucks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trucks misses with a straight right.
Von Mises seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Von Mises tries to clinch there but Trucks circles away.
Von Mises lands a jab to the nose.
Von Mises ducks right into an uppercut from Trucks.
Trucks circles away from the clinch attempt
and Trucks counters with a left and a right that stings Von Mises.
Trucks avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Von Mises doesn't manage to clinch there - Trucks circles away.
Von Mises takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trucks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Von Mises cracks Trucks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT#
It looks like Derek Trucks has been cut.
Von Mises wants to clinch
and Trucks counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Von Mises misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
Good exchange - Trucks coming out on top.#CL#
Von Mises moves into range and clinches up with Trucks.
Von Mises blocks an uppercut.
Von Mises taking a breather.
Von Mises doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Von Mises has Trucks pressed against the cage, preventing Trucks from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Von Mises lands a nice uppercut.
Von Mises digs a right hand underneath Trucks's ribcage. Trucks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Von Mises tries a body shot but Trucks blocks it.
Von Mises throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Trucks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trucks connects with a right hand. Von Mises shakes it off.
A left lands for Trucks.
Von Mises throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trucks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trucks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Von Mises wants to clinch but Trucks slips to the side
and Trucks makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2##CL#
Von Mises gets a clinch.
Von Mises throws a punch but it's blocked by Trucks.
Our sources have told us that Von Mises has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Trucks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Trucks manages to break the clinch.
Trucks has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A punch combination from Trucks misses.
Von Mises is looking to clinch but Trucks is avoiding it.
Trucks connects with a crisp jab.
Trucks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Von Misess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Von Mises takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Von Mises looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Trucks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Von Misess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Trucks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Von Mises.
Trucks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Trucks throws out a loose jab but Von Mises uses good head movement to avoid it.
Von Mises moves in looking to clinch but Trucks pushes him off.
A cross from Trucks lands.#T3#
Von Mises scores with a body shot.
Von Mises tries to clinch but Trucks is having none of it.
Trucks takes one to the chin there.
Von Mises tries to clinch but Trucks is having none of it.
Von Mises misses with a wild body shot.
Trucks swats away the attempt to clinch by Von Mises.#CL#
Von Mises gets a clinch. #BC2#
Trucks breaks from the clinch.
Trucks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Von Mises takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Von Mises is looking to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Trucks misses.
Von Mises lands a jab to the head.
Trucks scores with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks throws out a powerful jab.
Trucks bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Von Mises's head backwards.#ROC2#
Von Mises is rocked!#T4#
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Trucks! Von Mises is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
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Event:
Combate 7: Nocaute
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Butt shoots for a takedown but Trucks saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Butt fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Butt. #KD#
Trucks cracks Butt with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Trucks has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Butt to stand back up!#CUT#
It looks like Fanny Butt has been cut.#KD#
Trucks drops Butt with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Butt looks back up at him and smiles so Trucks waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#
Butt is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trucks flashes Butt a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Butt's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Butt crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Trucks punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
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Event:
Combate 2: Guerra
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Trucks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hadzalic at a distance.
Nice shot lands for Trucks.
Trucks scores with a jab to the body.#KD#
Trucks cracks Hadzalic with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Hadzalic looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Trucks finish him?
#ROC#
Hadzalic is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Edo Hadzalic has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trucks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hadzalic is still on wobbly legs! Can Trucks finish him?
Trucks knocks out Hadzalic with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Trucks before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Trucks picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Derek Trucks!
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