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Event:
Total War 4 - Challengers
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Maciel scores with a hook to the body. Syntax takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Maciel misses with a head kick.
Maciel throws a one two combo.
#CUT#
It looks like CL Syntax has been cut.
Syntax 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.#KD2#
Syntax throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Maciel stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Syntax follows into mount! #ROC2#
Maciel is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Henrique Maciel has been cut.
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!
Syntax prevents Maciel from getting the reversal.
Oh Maciel is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Maciel wants to control but Syntax is having none of it.
Syntax is landing with some decent strikes but Maciel is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Maciel is trying to escape the mount.
Syntax landing punches.
Syntax loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Maciel scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Syntax land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Syntax stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). CL Syntax!
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Event:
Total War 2 - Champions Rise
Date: Mar 03, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Doni manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Syntax on his heels. He'll look to pass Syntax's guard now, I'm sure.
Doni looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Doni with a flurry of punches that miss.
Syntax avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Doni connects with a couple of short punches.
Doni in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Doni postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Syntax manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Doni manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Syntax passes Doni's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syntax sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Syntax trying to control the action but Doni is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doni pushes Syntax off looking to stand but Syntax dives back in and keeps control.
Syntax missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Syntax keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Doni has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Syntax frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Syntax looking to control and managing it successfully.
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Syntax has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doni's face.
#T3#
Syntax has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doni's face.
Syntax controlling from the full mount.
Doni squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Syntax controlling from mount.
Syntax wants to control the pace but Doni is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Syntax controlling his opponent.
Syntax has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Tokyo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
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.
Syntax with the ground and pound from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Syntax trying to control but Doni is having none of it.
Syntax sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CL Syntax dominated that round.
That's time! Doni's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Doni defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Syntax.
Doni moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Syntax stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Syntax wants it to stay on the feet.
Syntax tries to counter by closing the distance.
Doni defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Syntax.
Syntax throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doni's waist but Doni gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Syntax off to one side.
Ahmad Doni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CL Syntax.
Syntax showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Doni.
Doni tries to clinch up but Syntax circles away and keeps his distance.
Doni wants to clinch up but Syntax keeps it at a distance.
Syntax unleashes a big counter combination but Doni bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Syntax showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Doni.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syntax shoots in looking for a takedown but Doni manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Syntax's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Doni has taken the fight to the clinch.
Doni is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Doni lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Doni is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Doni throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Doni trying to advance position but Syntax counters by regaining guard.
Syntax working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Doni. #SUB#
Doni drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Syntax manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Doni has Syntax in his guard.#REVB#
Doni being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Syntax tries to free his leg and advance position but Doni is retaining full guard.
Syntax trying to control the position from guard on top but Doni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Doni can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Syntax controls the pace.#T3#
Doni keeping moving, preventing Syntax from controlling successfully.
Syntax trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Syntax prevents Doni from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Syntax misses with a few strikes there.
Syntax looks to land a combination. Doni sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD#
Doni feints and as Syntax raises his hands in defense, Doni changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Syntax not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Doni throws a strike but Syntax rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Syntax passes into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES#
Doni kicks off Syntax and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ahmad Doni dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Syntax shoots in looking for a takedown. Doni tries to sprawl out of it but Syntax keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Doni manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Doni as Syntax shoots in.#TD#
Doni manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Syntax on his heels. He'll look to pass Syntax's guard now, I'm sure.
Doni working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Syntax controlling Doni's posture.
Syntax avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doni throwing strikes from guard but Syntax blocks nicely.
Syntax looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Syntax trying to control the position.
#T1##SU#
Doni stands up from Syntax's guard - Doni perhaps looking for a knockout.
Doni moves in looking to clinch but Syntax pushes him off.
Doni sets himself, and Syntax steps forward looking for the clinch! Doni avoids it this time.
Doni is looking to clinch.
Ahmad Doni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Syntax shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Doni's guard.
Doni is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Doni trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Doni looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Doni keeping moving, preventing Syntax from controlling successfully. #T2#
Syntax pushes down on Doni's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ahmad Doni overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Syntax wants to take a breather but Doni is having none of it.
Syntax is pressing down on Doni's thigh, looking to free his foot. Doni is holding on for now. #T3#
Well, if Syntax 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.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Doni lands a two punch combo.
Syntax fails with the takedown.
Ahmad Doni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CL Syntax.
Syntax shoots for a takedown but Doni saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Syntax circles away from the clinch attempt.
Doni tries to close the distance and clinch but Syntax swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Syntax circles away from the clinch attempt.
Syntax tries to score a power double leg takedown but Doni sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Syntax somewhat.#T4#
Doni looks to land a combination but Syntax avoids it well.
Syntax steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Doni.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doni as he jumps to the side.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doni as he jumps to the side.
Syntax goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Doni misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Doni lands a two punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown but Doni shows good takedown defense.
Syntax shoots in for a double leg but Doni sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Doni closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
An elbow from Doni crashes against the mat.
Doni misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ahmad Doni showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Doni 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ahmad Doni!
Ahmad Doni is the new welterweight champion!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 08, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Syntax.
Syntax is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Cardenas will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Cardenas's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cardenas is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Syntax is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Cardenas wants to control but Syntax is having none of it.
Cardenas is looking to get to half guard.
Cardenas tries to lock up and control but Syntax gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syntax blocks Cardenas's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Cardenas wants to control but Syntax is having none of it.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Syntax cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Cardenas is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Cardenas is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Cardenas tries to hold on but Syntax pushes him away.
Syntax tries to control but Cardenas wriggling away.
Cardenas is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cardenas is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Syntax is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Syntax looking to control but Cardenas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cardenas is in a horrible position here. Syntax smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Syntax looking to control but Cardenas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Cardenas is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cardenas can't escape the position.
Syntax working the ground and pound effectively.
Cardenas throwing hammer fists to the chest of Syntax. What's that going to do exactly?
Cardenas is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Cardenas is breathing heavily.
Cardenas tries to hold on but Syntax pushes him away.
Syntax tries to control but Cardenas wriggling away. #T3#
Cardenas is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cardenas is looking to get to half guard.
Syntax tries to control but Cardenas wriggling away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Syntax controlling the position easily from mount.
Cardenas is looking to get to half guard.
Syntax looking to control but Cardenas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Cardenas is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Syntax controlling from mount.
Cardenas is looking to get to half guard.
Cardenas is in a horrible position here. Syntax smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Syntax content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CL Syntax dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Syntax closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Syntax lands in his opponent's guard.
Syntax wants to pass the guard but Cardenas is keeping the position.
Syntax wants to control from the top but Cardenas keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Syntax got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cardenas has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Syntax has managed to get both his arms back between Cardenas's legs - danger averted.
Cardenas is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Cardenas keeping moving, preventing Syntax from controlling successfully.
Syntax controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cardenas trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Syntax closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Cardenas trying to control here.
Cardenas is controlling Syntax's trapped leg to prevent Syntax from advancing to side control.
Cardenas works his way to full guard. Good work.
Syntax is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Cardenas throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Syntax postures up.
Syntax trying to control the position from guard on top but Cardenas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cardenas keeping full guard, as Syntax tries to pass.
Syntax preventing the sweep.
Cardenas throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Syntax controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Syntax misses with a two punch combination.
Cardenas really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Syntax misses with a few strikes there.
#TD2#
Syntax dives in and scores a takedown into Cardenas's guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Syntax engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Syntax stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cardenas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Syntax trying to control the position from guard on top but Cardenas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Syntax is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Syntax has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cardenas wants to sweep here but Syntax controlling him for the moment. #ES#
Cardenas has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Syntax off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD2#
Syntax closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T4#
Cardenas throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Syntax content to control rather than advance.
Cardenas throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Cardenas works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cardenas looking to control but Syntax passes into half guard.
Cardenas tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Syntax has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cardenas throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CL Syntax 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##TD2#
Syntax scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Cardenas has one foot on Syntax's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Syntax feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Syntax works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Syntax is keen to just control but Cardenas is a slippery customer.
Cardenas missing with punches from the bottom.
Cardenas landing small, sideways elbows.
Cardenas wants to control but Syntax is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cardenas is concentrating on defense, preventing Syntax from advancing position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Syntax passes into side control, despite Cardenas's attempt to control the position.
Cardenas is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Cardenas tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Syntax looking to control but Cardenas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Syntax tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cardenas tries to hold on but Syntax postures up.
Syntax blocks Cardenas's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Cardenas tries to hold on but Syntax pushes him away.
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cardenas throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Cardenas tries to lock up and control but Syntax gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Syntax takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cardenas keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Cardenas tries to hold on but Syntax postures up.
Cardenas is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Syntax wants to control the pace but Cardenas is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Cardenas is trying to escape the mount.
Syntax trying to control but Cardenas is having none of it.
Cardenas throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Syntax avoids the attempt from Cardenas to control.
Syntax tries to control but Cardenas wriggling away.
You get the feeling that Cardenas really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#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.
Syntax sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Cardenas is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Syntax wants to control the pace but Cardenas is squirming around nicely.
Syntax blocks Cardenas's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Syntax might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cardenas haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cardenas keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chester Cardenas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
CL Syntax is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Syntax trying to control but Cardenas is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
CL Syntax comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Syntax has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CL Syntax!
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