 |
Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
|
Event:
EMP Papadopoulos Vs Scrotum
Date: Jun 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Asinen misses with a body shot.
Asinen throws a right hand that Morales ducks under and follows up with a left that Morales also avoids with ease.
Morales throws a body shot but no joy.
Asinen throws out a leg kick but Morales moves out of range and Asinen only half commits.
Morales throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Morales backing away here, and Asinen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Asinen misses with a double jab.
Some wild striking there from Asinen.
Asinen moves out of range as Morales strikes.
Asinen shapes to counter with a head kick.
Asinen moves out of range of the strikes.
Asinen throws a series of punches but Morales avoids them all with ease.
Morales thuds a left hand into Asinen's body.
Morales slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morales has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Morales there as he acknowledges the shot.
Morales seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Morales closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morales scores with a jab to the jaw.
Morales lands a front kick.
Morales throws a nice outside leg kick.
Morales throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Asinen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Asinen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Morales takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Asinen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Morales.
Morales throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Asinen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jose Morales is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Morales scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Asinen doesn't seem bothered though.
Asinen moves out of range as Morales strikes.
Morales throws a body shot but no joy.
Morales is looking to wear down Asinen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Asinen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Some wild striking there from Asinen.
Morales swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A left and a right from Morales both land. Nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Asinen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Morales moves away.
Asinen misses with a low kick.
Asinen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
Morales misses with a two punch combination.
Asinen cracks Morales with a good jab.#CL2#
Asinen moves into range and clinches up with Morales.
Morales tries to work over Asinen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Morales makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Morales lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Asinen backwards.
Morales misses with a punch to the body.
Asinen gets through Morales's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Asinen misses with some punches.
Morales can't find room to land a body shot as Asinen controls the action.
#BC#
Morales breaks from the clinch.
Asinen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC#
Asinen is rocked!
Morales lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jose Morales!
Jose Morales decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Papadopoulos vs Storm
Date: May 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Asinen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck for Asinen with that takedown attempt.
Asinen misses with a hook.
DeBrusk scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
DeBrusk walks into a jab.
DeBrusk chopping away at his opponent's legs.
DeBrusk scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
DeBrusk is looking to land body kicks.
Asinen 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.
Asinen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for DeBrusk.
Asinen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling DeBrusk to counter with a crisp jab.
DeBrusk avoids the head kick by Asinen.
DeBrusk is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Asinen.
DeBrusk ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Asinen slips a straight right by DeBrusk.#T1#
Asinen moves out of range as DeBrusk strikes.
Asinen misses with the combination.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as DeBrusk sprawls well. DeBrusk wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Asinen gets slowly back to his feet.
DeBrusk moves out of range of the strikes.
Asinen throws a leg kick
and DeBrusk counters with a nice body kick.
Louie DeBrusk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Asinen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeBrusk fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Asinen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
DeBrusk's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Asinen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! DeBrusk scrambles back to his feet.
DeBrusk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Asinen moves away.
Asinen is looking to counter with a body kick.
Asinen throws a sloppy head kick
and DeBrusk counters with a stiff right hand.
DeBrusk has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL#
Asinen moves into the clinch successfully.
DeBrusk lands a body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for DeBrusk.
#T2#
A right hook to the body lands for DeBrusk.
Asinen working aggressively here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeBrusk tries a body shot but Asinen blocks it.
Asinen lands a body punch.
DeBrusk throws a head punch that misses.
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DeBrusk lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeBrusk lands a hook to the side of the head.
DeBrusk lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
DeBrusk breaks the clinch.
DeBrusk misses with an uppercut. Asinen saw that one coming.
DeBrusk blocks a head kick by Asinen.
Asinen walks straight into a right hand from DeBrusk - that's dropped him! DeBrusk jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Asinen from any more punishment! Asinen complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Louie DeBrusk!
After winning the bout, Louie DeBrusk thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
EMP Steve vs Gagnon
Date: Apr 13, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Asinen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Asinen showed some decent athleticism there.
Average blocking the ground and pound attempt from Asinen.
Average trying to control but Asinen postures up.
Average is concentrating on defense, preventing Asinen from advancing position.
Average is refusing to be controlled, as Asinen sits in half guard.
Average tries to get to full guard but Asinen has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Asinen has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Pablo's Boxing Academy. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Average is looking to control Asinen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Average avoid being mounted?#T1##SUB2#
Asinen is looking for a kimura here.
Average is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Asinen wants to take a breather but Average is having none of it. #SUB2#
Asinen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Average sees it coming and defends easily.
Asinen is trying to control the action in half guard but Average is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Average trying to control from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Asinen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Asinen prevents Average from standing back up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Average looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Asinen is fending him off so far but Average persists. Nope, Asinen circles away and we're back to standing.
Asinen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Average or perhaps it was just good defense by Asinen, which made it look bad.
Asinen throws a series of strikes that have Average backpedaling.
Asinen tries for a takedown but Average circles away easily
and Average counters with a right hand to the body.
Asinen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Average moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Average ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Asinen moves away.
Asinen tries to score with a low kick but Average moves his leg out of the way.
It looked like Average was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Asinen.
Asinen throws a leg kick but Average sees it coming and moves out of range.
Average fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Average. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Average throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD2#
Asinen knocks Average to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#ROC2#
Average is rocked!
Average looking for a sweep but Asinen has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Oh Average is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Asinen! Average is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
Asko Asinen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 188 Kai - Wild
Date: Jan 03, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Asinen gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Asinen has his feet on Gustafson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Asinen looks to land a right hand but Gustafson moved out of range.
Gustafson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Asinen throws a front kick aimed at Gustafson's knee but Gustafson avoids it well.
Gustafson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Asinen misses with a wild combination.
Asinen moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've been hearing reports that Gustafson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asinen misses with a double jab.
Asinen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
so Gustafson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Asinen keeping moving, preventing Gustafson from controlling successfully.
Gustafson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gustafson pushing down on Asinen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Asinen is trying to maintain the position but Gustafson is very close to passing his half guard.
Gustafson moves into full mount! Asinen won't be happy about that!
Asinen working to try and regain half guard.
Gustafson wants to control but instead Asinen manages to regain half guard.
Asinen is looking to control Gustafson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Asinen avoid being mounted?
Asinen wants to improve his position but Gustafson is controlling well.
#SUB#
Gustafson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gustafson trying to control from half guard but Asinen is working away. #T2#
Gustafson is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Asinen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gustafson tries to pass to full mount but Asinen defends it.
Gustafson trying to control the action but Asinen is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Asinen trying to hold on to Gustafson's head to control him but Gustafson postures up.
Gustafson is looking to take a break and control but Asinen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Gustafson is looking to advance position but Asinen won't allow it.
Asinen tries to get to full guard but Gustafson has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gustafson seems to be working for a kimura but Asinen defends the submission attempt.
Gustafson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gustafson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gustafson is taking a breather. Asinen 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.
Asinen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Gustafson is thwarting Asinen's attempts to control the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Gustafson seems to be working for a kimura but Asinen defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Gustafson is working for an americana but Asinen has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Gustafson was thinking about the submission.
Gustafson trying to control but Asinen is working from the bottom.
Gustafson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Asinen 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Asinen parries the strikes from Gustafson easily there. Gustafson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Asinen to escape.
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 Alexander Gustafson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Gustafson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Asinen on his heels. He'll look to pass Asinen's guard now, I'm sure.
Asinen keeping full guard, as Gustafson tries to pass.
Gustafson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gustafson trying to control the position from guard on top but Asinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gustafson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Asinen is keeping the position for now.
Asinen keeping moving, preventing Gustafson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gustafson sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Asinen doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Gustafson paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Asinen - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Asko Asinen!
Asko Asinen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 183 Kansalainen - Ramirez
Date: Dec 11, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT#
It looks like Jake The Dog has been cut.
A swing and a miss from Asinen.
Asinen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The Dog feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Asinens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The Dog moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
The Dog gets a double leg takedown into Asinen's guard.
The Dog showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Asinen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The Dog is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The Dog's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
The Dog passes Asinen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Asinen is trying to get back to full guard.
The Dog content to control rather than advance.
My spies in Razor Sharp Training Systems inform me that The Dog has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Asinen trying to control but The Dog postures up.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The Dog swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The Dog throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Asinen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Asinen throws a quick counter head kick but The Dog was just out of range.
The Dog punishes Asinen's body with a nice straight punch.
The Dog misses with a hook.
Asinen appears to be looking for a big counter.
Asinen throws a body punch but The Dog moves out of range.
Asinen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Asinen tries to bum rush The Dog with a series of wild strikes but The Dog uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The Dog with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Asinen checks a leg kick.
The Dog scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Asinen looking to score a takedown here. The Dog is defending well but Asinen drives through and ends up in The Dog's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as The Dog holds on and takes a little breather.
Asinen won't allow The Dog to sweep him here.
The Dog managing to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now The Dog is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The Dog not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Asinen 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.
The Dog stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Asinen swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
The Dog content to stall in guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Asinen'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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Let's hope that The Dog has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jake The Dog dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jake The Dog'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#
The Dog scores with a shot to the body.
The Dog is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Asinen rather than just go for the knockout.#TD#
Asinen shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. The Dog manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Asinen is fighting to break The Dog's control of his arms but The Dog is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Asinen won't allow The Dog to sweep him here.
The Dog preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Asinen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now The Dog is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Jake The Dog has got the better of the ground game so far.
Asinen trying to keep a closed guard but The Dog is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Dog sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from The Dog.
The Dog is continuing to stall.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The Dog connects with a good right hand that stumbles Asinen. Asinen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Asinen 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 Dog lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The Dog connects with a good right hand that stumbles Asinen. Asinen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC2#
Asinen is rocked!
The Dog cracks Asinen on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Asinen falls backwards against the cage. The Dog follows up with more strikes that drop Asinen to his knees. The Dog keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Asinen! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jake The Dog!
Jake The Dog was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 180 Bhullar - Maugon
Date: Nov 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen throws a shot from downtown. Chonus moves away and avoids it.
Asinen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Asinen misses with the combination.
Chonus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Asinen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chonus scores with a decent looking hook.
Asinen slips under a jab from Chonus.
Chonus works over Asinen's head and body with a nice combination.#CL#
Asinen drives through and clinches with Chonus against the cage.
Chonus blocks a body shot from Asinen.
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chonus's elbow.
Asinen misses with a punch to the body.
Asinen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Asinen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Asinen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body punch from Asinen - that landed with a thud.
Chonus swings wildly with an uppercut but Asinen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chonus prevents a body shot from Asinen.
Chonus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Asinen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Asinen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Chonus.
Chonus looks winded!
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Asinen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chonuss head.
A left hand lands to the body for Asinen.
Chonus on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Good body shot from Asinen.
Asinen tries a body shot but Chonus blocks it.
Asinen scores with a shoulder strike.
Asinen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Asinen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Asinen lands with a right to the head.
Chonus prevents a body shot from Asinen.
Chonus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Asinen misses with a punch to the body.
Chonus takes a shot to the head.
Chonus working aggressively here.
Asinen lands a hook that snaps the head of Chonus backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Asinen scores with a shot to the side of Chonus's head.
Chonus lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Asinen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Asinen scores with a shoulder strike.
Asinen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chonus prevents a body shot from Asinen.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Asinen.
Asinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Asinen lands a body punch in the clinch.
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Asinen works on Chonus's body with a couple of short punches.
Chonus prevents a body shot from Asinen.
Asinen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Asinen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Chonus is defending well for now.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen swings wildly with an uppercut but Chonus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chonus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Asinen's elbow.
Asinen presses Chonus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Asinen pushes Chonus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Asinen.
Chonus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT#
It looks like Paynuss Chonus has been cut.
Asinen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T3#
Asinen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Asinen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Asinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Chonus controls his hands.
Asinen misses with a punch on the inside.
Asinen presses Chonus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chonus avoiding damage as Asinen throws knees to the body.
Asinen works on Chonus's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Asinen.
Still in the clinch, Asinen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Asinen lands a body shot.
Asinen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Asinen works on Chonus's body with a couple of short punches.
Asinen lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#
Chonus is rocked!
Asinen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Chonus is still on wobbly legs! Can Asinen finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asinen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Good body shot from Asinen.
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Asinen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Asinen lands a shoulder strike.
Asinen unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Chonus! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Asinen is unloading with more strikes now! Chonus drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
A very excited looking Asko Asinen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 175 McArthur-Kansalainen 2
Date: Nov 13, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Silva clinches with his opponent.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Silva effectively controlling the action here.
Asinen scores with a shoulder strike.
Asinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Silva misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen digs a right hand underneath Silva's ribcage. Silva let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Asinen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Silva.
Silva is breathing heavily.
Asinen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Asinen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Asinen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Silva backwards.
Asinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Silva controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Asinen.
Asinen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Asinen tries to throw a body punch but Silva avoids it by throwing Asinen back against the cage.
Asinen presses Silva against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Asinen lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen tries a body shot but Silva blocks it.
Asinen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A shot in the inside from Asinen. #T1#
Asinen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Silva or not.
Asinen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Asinen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Asinen can't find room to land a body shot as Silva controls the action.
Silva avoiding damage as Asinen throws knees to the body.
Asinen lands a nice shot to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Asinen.
Silva swings wildly with an uppercut but Asinen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Asinen lands a nice uppercut.
Asinen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Silva avoids it.
A short right from Silva on the inside.
Silva on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Silva working aggressively here.
Asinen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Asinen.
Asinen misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Asinen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asinen lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Asinen.
Asinen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Asinen.
Asinen is working Silva over against the cage.
Asinen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Asinen - that landed with a thud.
Asinen tries to throw a body punch but Silva avoids it by throwing Asinen back against the cage.
Asinen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Asinen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Asinen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Silva or not.
Asinen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Asinen lands a hook that snaps the head of Silva backwards.
Asinen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Asinen lands a body shot.
Asinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Silva controls his hands.
Asinen works on Silva's body with a couple of short punches.
Asinen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Asinen.
Asinen lands an uppercut.
Asinen scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2#
Silva is rocked!
Silva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Asinen lands a shoulder strike.
Oh Silva is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Silva's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Asinen lands a hook that snaps the head of Silva backwards.
Asinen lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Silva to his knees! Asinen keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
Our winner, Asko Asinen, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 158 MaArthur - Ali II
Date: Sep 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Asinen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Asinen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hope throws out the jab.
Asinen throws a big counter head kick but Hope avoids it with no problem.
Hope is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Asinen.
Hope throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hope walks into a jab.
Asinen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Asinen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Asinen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice defenses there by Asinen.
Hope throws an overhand right that lands on Asinen's shoulder, as Asinen tries to avoid the shot.
Asinen looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Hope.
Asinen throws a quick inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Hope misses its intended target.
Asinen misses with a two punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Asinen misses the shot to the body.
Hope is looking to counter punch.
Hope throws a head kick but Asinen moves out of range.
Asinen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
Hope throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hope connects with a body shot.
Billy Hope is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Asinen blocks a head kick by Hope.
Hope changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Asinen closes the distance and clinches.
Hope can't break the clinch.
Hope is trying to stall.
Asinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Asinen tries to work over Hope's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Asinen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hope trying to stall but Asinen improves his position.
Hope softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hope can't break the clinch.
Hope tries to stall but Asinen uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC#
Hope breaks the clinch.
Hope takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A head kick misses from Hope. #T2#
Hope throws a hook but Asinen blocks it.
Hope works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asinen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Asinen scores with a head kick.
#CL2#
Asinen clinches.
Hope lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hope blocks a body shot from Asinen. #BC#
Hope breaks the clinch.
Asinen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hope connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
Asinen is rocked!
Asinen gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Hope gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Hope!
Billy Hope very nearly forgot to thank Freebok (85% Laundry) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 148 Takano - Gonza
Date: Jul 26, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Asinen scores with a takedown into Naulakko's guard.
Asinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Naulakko has Asinen pulled in close to control his posture.
Asinen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Asinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Naulakko wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Asinen has gone for a leg lock! Naulakko slips out almost immediately though and dives into Asinen's guard.#REVB#
Asinen is pulling down on Naulakko's head. It's preventing any offense from Naulakko, at least for the moment.#T1#
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.
Naulakko is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Asinen is pulling down on Naulakko's head to control his posture.
Naulakko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Asinen controls Naulakko momentarily but Naulakko frees himself.
Naulakko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Asinen is trying to keep Naulakko in close.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Naulakko misses with a hook. Asinen ducked under it nicely.
Naulakko's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Naulakko duly obliges.
The fight stays on the outside here - Asinen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Asinen scores with a hook.
Asinen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Naulakko sprawls well. Naulakko wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Asinen gets slowly back to his feet.
Naulakko cracks a nice hook into Asinen's ribs.
Asinen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Asinen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Asinen misses with a low kick.#T4#
Naulakko throws an overhand right that lands on Asinen's shoulder, as Asinen tries to avoid the shot.
Asinen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Naulakko paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Naulakko misses with a straight right.
Naulakko misses with a body shot.
Asinen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Naulakko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Asinen lands with a shot to the body.
Naulakko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Asinen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Naulakko's coach down at The House of Pain was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Naulakko's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Naulakko takes a swing at Asinen's ribcage but misses.
Asinen misses with a head kick.
Naulakko looks to score with a jab to the body but Asinen is just out of range.
Asinen lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Naulakko 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.
Naulakko throws a body punch but Asinen moves out of range.
Naulakko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Asinen scores with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pertti Naulakko dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Naulakko throws a right hand that Asinen ducks under and follows up with a left that Asinen also avoids with ease.
Asinen tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Naulakko counters with a straight right hand.
Naulakko circles away from the clinch attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Naulakko misses.
Asko Asinen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Asinen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Naulakko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Naulakko gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Asinen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Naulakko scores with a shoulder strike.
Naulakko pushes Asinen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Asinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Naulakko controls his hands.
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Naulakko's elbow.
Naulakko lands an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Asinen.
Naulakko blocks a body shot from Asinen.
Naulakko lands a shot to the body.
Naulakko lands a left 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!
Naulakko lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Asinen backwards.
Asinen blocks a body shot from Naulakko.
Asinen blocks an uppercut.
Naulakko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Naulakko swings wildly with an uppercut but Asinen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Asinen lands a right hand.
Naulakko is trying to stall.
Naulakko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Naulakko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Asinen working aggressively here.
Naulakko throws a head punch that misses.
Asinen misses with a punch to the body.
Naulakko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Asinen's elbow.
Asinen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Naulakko is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Asinen fails to land.
Naulakko blocks an uppercut.
Asinen throws a punch but it's blocked by Naulakko.
Naulakko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Naulakko throws a punch but it's blocked by Asinen.
A head punch on the inside from Asinen fails to land.
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Naulakko's elbow.
Naulakko misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Naulakko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Asinen is leaning against Naulakko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen presses Naulakko against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Naulakko is breathing heavily.
Asinen blocks a body shot from Naulakko.
Asinen misses with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Naulakko's elbow.
Asinen swings wildly with an uppercut but Naulakko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Naulakko lands a shoulder strike.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Naulakko misses with a punch on the inside.
Naulakko tries a body shot but Asinen blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Naulakko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Asinen is rocked!
A head punch on the inside from Naulakko fails to land.
Oh Asinen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short right from Naulakko on the inside.
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Naulakko's elbow.
Naulakko throws a big uppercut that drops Asinen! More strikes from Naulakko and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Asinen lies dazed against the cage as Naulakko celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pertti Naulakko!
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 141 Lopez - Turnbull
Date: Jun 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Halen throws a head kick that misses.
Asinen swings for the body but Halen moves out of range.
Halen throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Asinen to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Halen gets caught flat footed, as Asinen shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Halen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Asinen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Halen will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB#
Asinen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Asinen controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Halen has momentary wrist control but Asinen slips an elbow through the middle.
Asinen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Asinen stays in close to Halen's body and controls the position.
Asinen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Asinen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Asinen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Halen keeping moving, preventing Asinen from controlling successfully.
Halen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Halen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Asinen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Asinen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Halen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Asinen stays in close to Halen's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Halen pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Asinen steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Vlad Halen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Asinen lands with an uppercut that bounces Halen off the cage and back into range.
Asinen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#
Halen is rocked!#KD2#
Asinen throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Halen tumbling to the canvas!
Oh Halen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Asinen stands up over Halen, holding on to his feet. Asinen throws the legs to one side and dives in with a huge shot that lands flush on the chin! Halen is out cold! Asinen lands a couple more shots and the ref tackles him out of the way! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
During a confident post fight interview, Asko Asinen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Angry Birds War 131
Date: May 17, 2018 |
#R1#
A punch combination from Asinen misses.
Asinen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Minasian.
Asinen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Minasian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Minasian.
Asinen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Minasian throws out a counter right but Asinen avoids it with no problem.
Asinen throws a series of punches but Minasian avoids them all with ease.
A big right from Minasian misses.
Asinen misses with a combination
and Minasian cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Minasian blocks a jab.
Asinen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Asinen throws a lazy head kick
letting Minasian counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asinen misses with a combination
and Minasian counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
Asinen is rocked!#T1#
Asinen gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Minasian points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Asinen wakes up just in time to hear Minasian thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alex Minasian!
Our winner, Alex Minasian, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 117 Gonza - Potter
Date: Mar 27, 2018 |
#R1##KD2#
Silva lands a big head kick that sends Asinen tumbling to the mat! Silva takes a step backwards and waves Asinen back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Asinen is rocked!
Asinen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Silva but Silva pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Oh Asinen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Asinen is aggressively charging in as Silva backs up avoiding any damage. Silva tosses out a jab and Asinen runs right into it face first! Asinen is out cold! Silva dropped down on all fours and is barking in Asinen's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cairo Silva!
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 111 Jones - Suleyman
Date: Mar 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen tries a head kick but it misses.
Gustafson has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Asinen is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Asinen doesn't manage to clinch there - Gustafson circles away.
Gustafson slips under a jab from Asinen.
Gustafson works the jab nicely.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Asinen.
Asinen controlling the position from side mount.
An elbow from Asinen crashes against the mat.
Asinen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Gustafson's shoulder. That is not cool.
We've been hearing good reports from Asinen'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gustafson's legs.
You can see the frustration on Gustafson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1##SUB#
Asinen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gustafson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gustafson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Gustafson is looking to improve his position.
Nice strikes from Asinen there.
Asinen with the ground and pound but Gustafson uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB#
Asinen drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Asinen jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gustafson controls Asinen momentarily but Asinen frees himself. #T2#
Asinen postures up and lands a big shot to Gustafson's brow.
Asinen scoring with some ground and pound.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Gustafson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Asinen content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Asinen distracts Gustafson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Asinen throwing strikes but missing.
Asinen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Asinen landing some decent shots from guard. #ROC#
Gustafson is rocked!
Asinen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gustafson is still in real trouble! Can Asinen finish him?
Gustafson has momentary wrist control but Asinen slips an elbow through the middle.
Asinen trying to control but Gustafson is working from the bottom.
Asinen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Asinen trying to control but Gustafson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gustafson working for a triangle but Asinen defends it easily.
Gustafson seems to have recovered his senses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Asinen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Asinen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Asinen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Gustafson has his foot on Asinen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Asinen works his way back into a safe position though.
Asinen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Asinen wants to control from the top but Gustafson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gustafson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Asinen cracks Gustafson with a solid left hand.#T4#
Asinen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gustafson's head.
Gustafson keeping moving, preventing Asinen from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gustafson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gustafson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Asinen is stalling in the full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gustafson is trying to keep Asinen in close.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Asinen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asko Asinen 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#
Asinen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gustafson circles away quickly and effectively.
Asinen throws a head kick that misses.
Gustafson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The fighters circle momentarily. Asinen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Asinen takes a swing at Gustafson's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Gustafson moves into the clinch successfully.
Gustafson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Asinen misses with some punches.
Asinen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gustafson can do to turn this around?
With the fighters up against the cage, Gustafson throws an elbow but misses.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafson is working for takedown but Asinen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Asinen can't find room to land a body shot as Gustafson controls the action.
Gustafson is working for takedown but Asinen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Asinen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Asinen tries to work over Gustafson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Asinen.
Gustafson is breathing heavily.
Gustafson takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Asinen lands a big right hand that drops Gustafson! The killer instinct kicks in and Asinen finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Asinen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
After winning the bout, Asko Asinen thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 106 Verygood - Jones
Date: Feb 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen fails to land the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Johnson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Johnson. No joy for Asinen on that attempt.
Asinen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Johnson avoids it really well and circles away.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Asinen manages to avoid it.
Tom Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asko Asinen.
Asinen fails with a takedown attempt.
Johnson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Johnson but Johnson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Asinen looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Johnson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Johnson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Asinen 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. #T1#
Asinen stopping the sweep attempt from Johnson.
Asinen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Johnson is looking for a triangle but Asinen pushes his legs off easily.
Asinen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Johnson's head.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Asinen is stalling in the full guard.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Asinen scoring with some ground and pound.
Asinen chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Johnson looking for a sweep. Not yet Johnson, not yet.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Asinen with a nice head shot there.
Johnson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Johnson tries to get out of the position.
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
Asinen won't allow Johnson to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Asinen is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
Asinen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Asinen from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown but Asinen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Johnson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Asinen tries to counter with a clinch but Johnson shakes him off and moves away.
Asinen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Johnson.
Asinen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Johnson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Asinen somewhat.
Johnson throws a jab when Asinen was well out of range.
Asinen dives in for a single leg takedown but Johnson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Johnson but Johnson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown. Asinen tries to sprawl out of it but Johnson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Asinen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Johnson fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Asinen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Johnson defends it nicely.#TD2#
Asinen closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Johnson did well to prevent Asinen getting side control.
My spies in Holding Cell inform me that Asinen has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Asinen is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Asinen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Johnson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Asinen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Asinen's back!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson controlling well, preventing Asinen from escaping the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson doesn't have the hooks in and Asinen manages to turn into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asko Asinen dominated that round.
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#
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Asinen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Johnson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Asinen.#TD2#
Asinen drives through with a takedown into Johnson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Asinen trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson controls Asinen momentarily but Asinen frees himself.
Asinen stands up over Johnson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Asinen chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Johnson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Johnson looking to control.
Asinen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Asinen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Johnson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Johnson is really struggling to control Asinen but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Asinen showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Asinen wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Johnson misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Asinen fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Johnson to the ground. Asinen is now in Johnson's guard.
Asinen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Johnson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Asinen wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Asinen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Johnson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Asinen is one step ahead there.
Asinen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Asinen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Johnson's head.
Asinen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Asinen from controlling successfully. #T3#
Johnson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Johnson 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.
Asinen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Asinen distracts Johnson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Asinen stopping the sweep attempt from Johnson.
Johnson is working hard here to advance position.
Johnson working a defensive guard here.
Asinen landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Asinen drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Asinen jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Johnson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #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.#SUB2#
Asinen drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Asinen jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Asinen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!
Johnson being controlled here, momentarily.
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Johnson controls Asinen momentarily but Asinen frees himself.
Asinen loads up on a big left hand. Johnson felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Asinen looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Johnson can't hide his disappointment, as Asinen celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
Our winner, Asko Asinen, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 103 Nielsen - Huhrera
Date: Jan 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Asinen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
It seemed like Silva was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Asinen fails with the takedown.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Asinen enables Silva to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Asinen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Silva being controlled here momentarily.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Asinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva is looking to stand up but Asinen won't let him.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Asinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Silva content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Silva wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving.
Asinen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Silva controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Asinen shoots in for a double leg but Silva sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Asko Asinen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Asinen leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Asinen is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Silva.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#CL2#
Silva takes the fight into the clinch.
Asinen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Silva content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Silva is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Asinen is defending well.
Asinen tries to land knees in the clinch but Silva avoids the damage to the body.
Silva drops down looking for an ankle pick but Asinen pulls his leg out and moves away.
Silva throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
Silva closes the distance and pushes Asinen back into the cage.
Silva tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Silva drops down looking for an ankle pick but Asinen pulls his leg out and moves away.
Asinen leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3#
Asinen darts in looking for a takedown but Silva gets double underhooks and turns Asinen into the cage. #TD2#
Silva gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Asinen manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Silva fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Asinen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Asinen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Silva swivels and escapes.#CL#
Asinen has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Asinen pulls Silva into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asinen controlling Silva's posture.
Silva stays in close to Asinen's body and controls the position. #T4#
Asinen is trying to control the position but Silva postures up.
Asinen 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.
Asinen keeping full guard, as Silva tries to pass.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Silva stops Asinen from standing up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Asinen keeping full guard, as Silva tries to pass.
Silva 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. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Cyborg Silva will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Asinen leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Asinen is looking to counter the offense by Silva and move into the clinch.#CL2#
Silva gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen tries to work over Silva's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Asinen jumps into guard, dragging Silva to the mat.
Asinen keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
Asinen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen keeping full guard, as Silva tries to pass.
Asinen is controlling Silva's posture.#T1#
Asinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Silva 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. #SUB#
Asinen is looking for a triangle but Silva pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Silva tries to stand but Asinen is controlling from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Silva shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Asinen moves into the clinch.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Asinen is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Silva is defending well.
Silva avoiding damage as Asinen throws knees to the body.
Asinen tries to work over Silva's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Silva's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Silva shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Silva controls from within his opponent's guard.
Silva's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Silva wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving. #T3#
Silva is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Silva's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Asinen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silva is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Silva wants to get up but he can't break Asinen's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.
Horrible takedown attempt by Asinen or perhaps it was just good defense by Silva, which made it look bad.
Silva shoots in but no luck this time.
Asko Asinen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cyborg Silva.#TD#
Asinen shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Asinen was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Silva is not content to let Asinen control the position.
Silva is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Asinen is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Asinen landing strikes from the mount and Silva is in trouble! #CUT#
It looks like Cyborg Silva has been cut.#SUB#
Asinen is working for a guillotine from mount but Silva frees his head quite easily.
Asinen 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.
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 Asko Asinen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Cyborg Silva's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Asinen takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Silva comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Silva connects with a looping right hand.
Silva shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Asinen but Asinen pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Asinen tries to keep at a distance but Silva has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Asinen jumps into guard, dragging Silva to the mat.
Silva is looking to stand up but Asinen won't let him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Silva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Asinen is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Asinen is trying to control the position but Silva postures up.
Silva throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Silva wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving.
Silva looking to sit in guard and control but Asinen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Silva throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Asinen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Asinen drops back, looking for a kneebar! Silva looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Silva looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Silva! #REVB#
The referee asks Silva politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Silva prefers to stall for the moment though.#T2#
Silva fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Silva misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Silva tries to get to his feet but Asinen is in the middle of advancing position himself and ends up with Silva in his guard. #SUB#
Asinen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Silva defends well.
Silva is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Asinen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Silva wants to stand but Asinen is controlling his posture from full guard.
Silva wants to pass the guard but Asinen is keeping the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Silva would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Asinen is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Asinen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Silva's guard.
Asko Asinen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Asinen is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Silva bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Asinen's guard. #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva preventing the sweep.
Silva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cyborg Silva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Silva 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cyborg Silva!
In his post fight interview, Cyborg Silva started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 87 Athanas - Wiliams
Date: Dec 07, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Tuminen pushes Asinen up against the cage in a clinch.
Tuminen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Asinen in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Asinen looks winded!
Asinen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tuminen.
Tuminen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen lands a nice knee to the body.
Tuminen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Asinen.
Knees in the clinch landing for Tuminen.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Asinen avoiding damage as Tuminen throws knees to the body.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Asinen takes a knee to the side of the body.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tuminen can't find room to land a body shot as Asinen controls the action.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen avoiding damage as Asinen throws knees to the body.
A short left from Tuminen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asinen misses with a punch on the inside.
Tuminen is pressed up against the cage. Asinen has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tuminen down to the mat. Tuminen avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tuminen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Asinen has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
Tuminen has managed to clinch.
Tuminen lands a good knee to the midsection. Asinen won't want to take too many of those.#T1#
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Asinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Tuminen controls his hands.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Asinen.
Asinen misses with a body punch.
Tuminen is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Helmuth Tuminen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asko Asinen.
Tuminen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Asinen is defending well for now.
Tuminen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Asinen is trying to pull guard but Tuminen has him pressed against the cage.
Tuminen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Asinen.
Asinen is looking for a takedown.
Asinen takes a knee to the side of the body.
A hook to the body from Tuminen.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tuminen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tuminen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Asinen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tuminen pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Tuminen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tuminen lands a left hand.
Tuminen scores a nice knee to the body.
Tuminen digs a right hand underneath Asinen's ribcage. Asinen let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Asinen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tuminen blocks a body shot from Asinen.
Tuminen working Asinen over with knees to the body.
Tuminen can't find room to land a body shot as Asinen controls the action.
Tuminen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Asinen is defending well for now.
Tuminen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen tries to throw a body punch but Asinen avoids it by throwing Tuminen back against the cage.
Tuminen landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
Asinen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tuminen after a bit of a struggle.
Tuminen crunches a lovely knee into Asinen's ribcage.
Tuminen lands a knee to the head.
Knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen lands a nice knee to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tuminen obliges.
Asinen can't find room to land a body shot as Tuminen controls the action.
Tuminen landing knees to the body.
Tuminen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Asinens head.
Tuminen lands a shoulder strike.
Knees in the clinch landing for Tuminen.
Asinen avoiding damage as Tuminen throws knees to the body.
Tuminen tries to land knees in the clinch but Asinen avoids the damage to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Tuminen lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Tuminen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tuminen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tuminen lands a good knee to the midsection. Asinen won't want to take too many of those.
Tuminen tries to land knees in the clinch but Asinen avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Tuminen stops a takedown attempt from Asinen.
Nice body punch from Tuminen.
Asinen managing to block the knees to the body from Tuminen.
Tuminen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Asinen is defending well for now.
Tuminen tries to land knees in the clinch but Asinen avoids the damage to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tuminen obliges.
Tuminen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Asinen lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #TD2#
Asinen jumps into guard, dragging Tuminen to the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tuminen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tuminen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tuminen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tuminen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tuminen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Asinen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Asinen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Asinen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tuminen defends it easily.
Tuminen postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Helmuth Tuminen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Tuminen clinches with his opponent.
Tuminen landing knees to the body.
Tuminen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Asinen backwards.
Asinen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tuminen's elbow.
Asinen has a couple of punches blocked by Tuminen.
Tuminen's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Asinen misses with a punch to the body.
Asinen scores with a hook to the body.
Tuminen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tuminen lands a good knee to the midsection. Asinen won't want to take too many of those.
Tuminen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Asinen can do to turn this around?
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Helmuth Tuminen has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tuminen pushes Asinen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tuminen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Asinen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Asinen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tuminen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Asinen is defending well for now.
Tuminen scores a nice knee to the body.
Asinen is breathing heavily.
Tuminen lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knees to the body from Tuminen.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tuminen obliges.#T1#
Tuminen scores a nice knee to the body.
Tuminen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Asinen avoiding damage as Tuminen throws knees to the body.
Tuminen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Tuminen is working Asinen over against the cage.
Tuminen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Asinen lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Tuminen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Asinen.
Asinen misses with a body punch.
Asinen is working for takedown but Tuminen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Tuminen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Asinen.
Asinen jumps guard but Tuminen turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Good body shot from Tuminen.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Asinen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2#
Tuminen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Asinen.
Helmuth Tuminen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asko Asinen.
Tuminen unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tuminen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Asinen drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tuminen tries to land knees in the clinch but Asinen avoids the damage to the body.
Asinen avoiding damage as Tuminen throws knees to the body.
#TD2#
Asinen jumps guard.
Tuminen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Asinen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tuminen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tuminen 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.
Tuminen throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Asinen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3#
Asinen trying to keep a closed guard but Tuminen is proving a slippery customer.
Tuminen postures up in Asinen's guard and throws a big left but Asinen blocks it.
Asinen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tuminen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tuminen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tuminen is looking to work some ground and pound but Asinen has wrist control.
Asinen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tuminen trying to control the position from guard on top but Asinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tuminen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Asinen under the eye.#T4#
Tuminen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Asinen on the side of the head.
Tuminen throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL2#
Asinen has Tuminen up against the cage in a clinch.
Tuminen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
#TD2#
Asinen manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Tuminen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tuminen throwing strikes from guard but Asinen blocks nicely.
Asinen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Asinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tuminen postures up in Asinen's guard and throws a big left but Asinen blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Helmuth Tuminen dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Tuminen misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Asinen tries to keep at a distance but Tuminen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Asinen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Asinen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tuminen.
Asinen misses with a knee strike.
Asinen is looking to take this one to the mat.
Asinen misses with a body punch.
Asinen has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tuminen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tuminen tries to land knees in the clinch but Asinen avoids the damage to the body.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Asinen tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tuminen just stands there and leans against the cage.
Helmuth Tuminen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asko Asinen.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen looking to throw knees to the head but Tuminen is blocking nicely.
Asinen can't find room to land a body shot as Tuminen controls the action.
Asinen is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tuminen is defending well.
Tuminen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Asinen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tuminen lands a knee to the body.
#T1#
Asinen trying to land knees to the body.
Asinen is looking for a takedown.
Tuminen crunches a lovely knee into Asinen's ribcage.
Tuminen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Asinen avoids it.
Asinen tries to pull guard but Tuminen holds him up against the cage and eventually Asinen drops back down to his feet.
Tuminen landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tuminen trying to land knees to the body.
Tuminen unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Asinen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tuminen scores a nice knee to the body.
Tuminen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Asinen avoids it.
Asinen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Asinen misses with a body punch.
Asinen drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tuminen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Tuminen lands an elbow that stopped Asinen in his tracks for a moment. #T2#
Tuminen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asinen misses with a body punch.
Asinen tries a body shot but Tuminen blocks it.
Tuminen lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2#
Asinen has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Tuminen regains guard immediately. #ES#
Tuminen pushes Asinen off and gets back to his feet.
Helmuth Tuminen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Tuminen clinches up against the cage.
Asinen is looking for a takedown.
Tuminen missing with knees to the body.
Tuminen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Asinen's defenses.
Asinen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tuminen gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tuminen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#T3#
Tuminen is leaning against Asinen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tuminen is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Asinen jumps guard but Tuminen stands there with Asinen around his waist. Asinen gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tuminen lands an elbow inside that Asinen shrugs off.
Tuminen lands a shoulder strike.
Asinen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Asinen is leaning against Tuminen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Asinen goes for a takedown attempt but Tuminen pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tuminen lands a brutal head kick. Asinen looks out on his feet and Tuminen throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Helmuth Tuminen!
Helmuth Tuminen thanked the fans post fight for their support.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 78 Rodgers - Murhaa
Date: Nov 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Asinen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bobaszewski but Bobaszewski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bobaszewski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Asinen moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBobaszewski.
Bobaszewski tries to bum rush Asinen with a series of wild strikes but Asinen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Asinen fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Asko Asinen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Asinen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Asinen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bobaszewski sprawls well. Bobaszewski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Asinen gets slowly back to his feet.
Bobaszewski throws a nice looking combination but Asinen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bobaszewski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Asinen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bobaszewski circles away.#T1#
Nice body kick from Bobaszewski.
Bobaszewski has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Asinen is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bobaszewski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Asinen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bobaszewski throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Asinen's head.
Asinen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bobaszewski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bobaszewski's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bobaszewski duly obliges.
Asinen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No luck for Asinen with that takedown attempt.
Bobaszewski shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Asinen eats them both and turns towards Bobaszewski to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC2#
Asinen is rocked!
Bobaszewski lands a big head kick that sends Asinen to the canvas! Bobaszewski follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Krzysztof Bobaszewski!
Our winner, Krzysztof Bobaszewski, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Angry Birds War 74
Date: Oct 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Gonza lands a nice looking body shot.
Gonza connects with a crisp jab.
Asinen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Gonza drops Asinen with a huge uppercut! Asinen drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Gonza is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Captain Gonza!
Captain Gonza was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 69 Tektas - Monson
Date: Oct 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Carlos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Asinen avoids a punch combination nicely.
#KD#
Carlos drops Asinen with a left and a right! Oh, Asinen is hurt - Carlos dives into side control looking to finish!
#CUT#
It looks like Asko Asinen has been cut.
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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asinen controls the position for a moment.
Carlos trying to control the position but Asinen is working away.
Asinen holding on.
Asinen struggling a bit here.
Asinen has one of Carlos's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#T1#
Asinen is not content to let Carlos control the position.
You can see the frustration on Asinen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Asinen has one of Carlos's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Asinen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Asinen wants to control but Carlos postures up.
Asinen is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Asinen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Asinen tries to get to full guard but Carlos has control of the leg.
Asinen won't allow Carlos to pass to mount. #ES2#
Asinen kicks Carlos off and gets back to his feet.
Carlos throws a series of punches but Asinen avoids them all with ease.
Carlos stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Asinen darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Asinen landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Carlos knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Asinen on the ground.#T3#
Asinen working the head and body with strikes.
Asinen uses his free foot to push down on Carlos's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Carlos.
Asinen raining down shots from the mount!
Asinen content just to control the position here.
Asinen cracks Carlos with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#CUT2#
It looks like Wilson Carlos has been cut.
Asinen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Asinen! Carlos is hurt baaadly! Asinen is firing away with more strikes - Carlos is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
After winning the bout, Asko Asinen thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 65 Swift Jr - Douglas
Date: Sep 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Gustafson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Asinen tries to counter by clinching up but Gustafson breaks away and moves out of range.
Gustafson misses with a head kick.
Gustafson throws the kick towards the body but Asinen avoids it.
Gustafson misses with a body punch
#CL#
and Asinen counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Gustafson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD#
Asinen is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Gustafson can't fight it off and eventually Asinen manages to take the fight to the floor. Gustafson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Asinen has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Asinen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Asinen drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gustafson dives on top into guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen pulls Gustafson in close to prevent any damage.
Asinen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gustafson wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving. #T1#
Gustafson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Asinen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Asinen wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Gustafson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Asinen keeping full guard, as Gustafson tries to pass.
Gustafson wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving.
Asinen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gustafson. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gustafson wants to control from the top but Asinen keeps moving.
Asinen is pulling down on Gustafson's head to control his posture.
Asinen is looking to stand up but Gustafson isn't so interested in that idea.
Gustafson passes Asinen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Asinen wants to control but Gustafson is keeping busy.
Gustafson is trying to control. Asinen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Asinen is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Gustafson trying to pass the guard but Asinen defending well. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gustafson lands a nice looking body shot.
Asinen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Gustafson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Asinen, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Asinen drags the fight down to the ground.
Asinen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Gustafson lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Gustafson trying to control the position from guard on top but Asinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Asinen can't keep his opponent in guard - Gustafson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Asinen holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Asinen is not content to let Gustafson control the position.
Asinen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gustafson trying to control the action but Asinen is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gustafson prevents Asinen from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Gustafson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Gustafson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Asinen.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gustafson as he jumps to the side.
Asinen looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gustafson is fending him off so far but Asinen persists. Nope, Gustafson circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Asko Asinen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Asinen shoots in looking for a takedown. Gustafson tries to sprawl out of it but Asinen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gustafson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gustafson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Asinen was well out of range. Poor timing from Gustafson.#TD#
Asinen fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gustafson sprawls well initially but Asinen persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen is pressing down on Gustafson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gustafson is holding on for now.
Gustafson is trying to control but can't.
Gustafson gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Gustafson has control of Asinen's left arm, preventing Asinen from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gustafson is trying to keep Asinen in close.
Asinen throws a big right hand that misses.
Gustafson looking to control.
Asinen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Gustafson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Asinen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Our spies down at at Zen Balance Monastery inform us that Gustafson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Asinen lands a couple of elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Asinen's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Asinen is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gustafson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gustafson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T2#
Gustafson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gustafson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Asinen's guard.
Asinen controlling the position for now.
Gustafson is looking to take a break and control but Asinen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Gustafson wants to free his trapped foot but Asinen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Asinen trying to control but Gustafson postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Asinen is looking to improve his position.
Gustafson wants to free his trapped foot but Asinen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gustafson moves into full mount! Asinen won't be happy about that! #SUB2#
Gustafson working for a submission but Asinen is keeping him at bay. #T4#
Gustafson looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Asinen wants to control but Gustafson is having none of it.
Asinen tries to control the position but Gustafson now has his back.
Gustafson tries to get the hooks in deep but Asinen pushed the leg off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gustafson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Asinen is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Gustafson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Asinen checks a leg kick.
Asinen looks for a takedown but Gustafson sprawls well.
Gustafson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Asinen is looking to counter the offense by Gustafson and move into the clinch.
Gustafson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gustafson wants it to stay on the feet.
Gustafson wants to land a leg kick but Asinen is out of range.
Gustafson throws a head kick that misses.
Asinen seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Asinen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Asko Asinen. 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.
Asinen moves out of range of the body kick from Gustafson.
Asko Asinen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Asinen has managed to clinch.
Gustafson tries a knee to the head but Asinen blocks it.
#TD#
Asinen works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Asinen preventing the sweep. #T1#
Asinen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Gustafson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gustafson trying to keep a closed guard but Asinen is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Gustafson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Asinen is aware though and is defending well.
Asinen cracks Gustafson with a solid left hand.
Asinen distracts Gustafson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gustafson controls Asinen momentarily but Asinen frees himself.
Asinen works over Gustafson with some ground and pound from guard.
Alexander Gustafson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Asinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Asinen has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gustafson managing to control the position. #SUB#
Asinen drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gustafson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gustafson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gustafson! #REVB##T3#
A lull in the action here as Gustafson stalls from top position.
Gustafson tries to advance to mount but Asinen denies him.
Gustafson is looking to take a break and control but Asinen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Asinen is looking to regain half guard here but Gustafson keeps moving and retains side control. #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.
Gustafson working away.
Gustafson trying to control the action but Asinen is working from the bottom.
Asko Asinen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Asinen is looking to regain half guard here but Gustafson keeps moving and retains side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alexander Gustafson.
I've got Gustafson 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Gustafson!
|
|
|
|
Event:
ABW 59 Calacon - Ludwig
Date: Aug 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Duarte lands a jab.#TD2#
Asinen looking to score a takedown here. Duarte is defending well but Asinen drives through and ends up in Duarte's guard.
Asinen stays in close to Duarte's body and controls the position.
Duarte utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Duarte wants to stand and escape but Asinen is having none of it.
Asinen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Asinen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Asinen won't allow Duarte to get back to his feet.
Asinen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Let's hope that Asinen 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.
Asinen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duarte is looking to stand up but Asinen isn't so interested in that idea.
Asinen is stalling in the full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Asinen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Duarte is looking to stand up but Asinen isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Asinen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Asinen scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Asinen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Asinen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Duarte is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Duarte attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Duarte sets himself, and Asinen steps forward looking for the clinch! Duarte avoids it this time.
Duarte lands with a hook. Asinen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Asinen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Asinen there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC#
Asinen is rocked!#T2#
Duarte ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Asinen's jaw. Asinen's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Duarte does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joel Duarte!
|
|
|
|
Event:
Bear Brawl 2
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Baker Jr misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Asinen counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2#
Asinen has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Baker Jr is trying to keep an underhook but Asinen manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Asinen with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Asinen trying to pass the guard but Baker Jr defending well.
Baker Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Asinen wants to take a breather but Baker Jr is having none of it.
Baker Jr is looking to improve his position.
Baker Jr pushes Asinen off looking to stand but Asinen dives back in and keeps control.
Asinen blocks the strikes from Baker Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Asinen is keen to just control but Baker Jr is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Asinen wants to work for an arm triangle but Baker Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1#
Asinen perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Baker Jr trying to hold on to Asinen's head to control him but Asinen postures up.
#SUB2#
Asinen seems to be working for a kimura but Baker Jr defends the submission attempt.
Baker Jr trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Asinen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Baker Jr tries to get to full guard but Asinen has control of the leg.
Asinen stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Asinen.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Asinen has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Baker Jr!
Baker Jr has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Asinen's lack of action.
Baker Jr looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Asinen wants to work for an arm triangle but Baker Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Baker Jr wants to control but Asinen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Baker Jr taking some punishment here, with Asinen in his half guard.
Asinen stalling.
Baker Jr tries to get to full guard but Asinen has control of the leg. #T3#
Asinen trying to control from half guard but Baker Jr is working away.
Baker Jr tries to get to full guard but Asinen has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Asinen is working for a kimura but Baker Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Asinen is looking for a kimura here.
Baker Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Asinen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Asinen's back!#T4##SUB#
Asinen defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Baker Jr's arms. #SUB#
Baker Jr tightening his grip on Asinen, looking for the choke.
Asinen 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.#SUB#
Baker Jr is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Asinen knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Asinen for a finish. #SUB#
Asinen preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Baker Jr.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baker Jr struggling to land strikes to the head as Asinen covers up.
Asinen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Baker Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Baker Jr looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Asko Asinen will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Asinen feints and as Baker Jr raises his hands in defense, Asinen changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Asinen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Asinen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Baker Jr wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Asinen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Baker Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Asinen has managed to get both his arms back between Baker Jr's legs - danger averted.
Baker Jr working a defensive guard here.
Asinen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baker Jr's head.
Baker Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Asinen is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Asinen drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Asinen jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Asinen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Asinen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Baker Jr is trying to control the position but Asinen postures up.
Asinen 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. #SUB#
Baker Jr has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Asinen doesn't defend quickly enough and Baker Jr has managed to lock this one up! Can Asinen escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Baker Jr on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nate Baker Jr!
|
|
|
|
Event:
RBB 20: Nurmagomedov vs Rivers
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Asinen scores with a takedown into Punzalan's guard.
Asinen controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Punzalan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Asinen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Punzalan on the ground.#SUB2#
Asinen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Punzalan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Asinen has managed to get both his arms back between Punzalan's legs - danger averted.
Asinen sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Asinen is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Asinen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Asinen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Punzalan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Asinen has managed to get both his arms back between Punzalan's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Asinen stays in close to Punzalan's body and controls the position.
Asinen has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Asinen seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Punzalan for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Punzalan wants to sweep but no luck.
Asinen trying to control but Punzalan is working from the bottom.
Punzalan trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Punzalan has his foot on Asinen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Asinen works his way back into a safe position though.
Asinen scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Punzalan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Punzalan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Asinen is one step ahead there.
Asinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Punzalan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Asinen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Asinen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Punzalan's head.#ROC#
Punzalan is rocked!
Asinen 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.
Punzalan is still in real trouble! Can Asinen finish him?
Asinen continues to stall.
Punzalan seems to have recovered his senses.
Asinen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Punzalan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Asinen is aware though and is defending well.
Punzalan looks winded!
Asinen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Asinen loads up on a big left hand. Punzalan felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Asinen looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Punzalan can't hide his disappointment, as Asinen celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Asko Asinen!
A very excited looking Asko Asinen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
|
|
|
|
Event:
RBB 17: White vs Vagos
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Arderos looks to score with a jab to the body but Asinen is just out of range.
Asinen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Arderos avoids it really well and circles away.
Arderos appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Arderos fails with a takedown attempt.
Asinen with the counter takedown but Arderos avoids it easily.
Arderos connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD#
Arderos looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Asinen is trying to keep Arderos in close.
Asinen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen is pulling down on Arderos's head to control his posture.
Asinen controls Arderos momentarily but Arderos frees himself. #T1##SUB#
Arderos is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Asinen is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Asinen has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Arderos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Asinen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arderos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Asinen has managed to get both his arms back between Arderos's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Arderos 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! Asinen rolls with it to try and escape but Arderos cranks on the arm and Asinen is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricky Arderos!
During a confident post fight interview, Ricky Arderos thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
RBB 15: Steve vs Maximov
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Jantteri scores with a jab to the head.
Jantteri throws a series of punches but Asinen avoids them all with ease.
Jantteri fails to land with a series of punches.
Asinen's coach down at Shark Tank MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Asinen's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Asinen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jantteri seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Jantteri lands a nice shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Asinen.
Jantteri misses with a jab, cross combination.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jantteri enables Asinen to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jantteri manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Asinen stays in close to Jantteri's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Asinen drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Asinen as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Jantteri screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Asinen! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Asko Asinen!
Our winner, Asko Asinen, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
|
|
|
|
Event:
RBB 9: White vs Filipovich
Date: Apr 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Dodd connects with a good right hand that stumbles Asinen. Asinen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Asinen goes for a takedown attempt but Dodd pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dodd as he avoids it easily.
Dodd definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Asinen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fred Dodd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asko Asinen.
Asinen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Asinen misses with a takedown attempt
letting Dodd counter with a right hand.
Asinen shoots in but Dodd avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dodd cracks Asinen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Asinen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dodd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dodd stops a takedown attempt from Asinen.
Asinen being controlled against the cage.
Dodd landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Dodd lands a nice elbow.
Asinen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Good body shot from Dodd.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dodd works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dodd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Dodd. #ROC#
Asinen is rocked!#T2#
Asinen is looking to take this one to the mat.
Asinen is still on wobbly legs! Can Dodd finish him?
Asinen lands a body punch.
Stalling in the clinch from Dodd.
Asinen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dodd pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dodd gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Dodd prevents a takedown attempt there.
Dodd lands a shot to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dodd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dodd dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Dodd dips a shoulder and cracks Asinen with a mighty uppercut! Asinen falls back against the cage and Dodd unloads with a barrage of strikes! Asinen is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Dodd screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fred Dodd!
|
|
|
|
Event:
RBB 7: Sevens Brawl
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Asinen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Asinen showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Punzalan looking for submissions off his back.
Punzalan is looking for a sweep. Asinen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ground and pound from Asinen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Punzalan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Punzalan actively working from the bottom here.
Asinen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Asinen trying to control the action but Punzalan is working from the bottom.
Asinen controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Punzalan is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Asinen is tapping! Great win for Punzalan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jeremy Punzalan!
Jeremy Punzalan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Asinen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Asinen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Asinen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Joyner doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Asinen.
Joyner wants to control but Asinen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Asinen lands a nice short elbow.
Joyner really is a fat lump.
Joyner wants to control but Asinen is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joyner is positioning himself well to prevent Asinen advancing to mount.
Asinen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Joyner looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Asinen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Joyner pushes Asinen off looking to stand but Asinen dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB2#
Joyner is defending against the submission attempts here by Asinen.
Asinen stops Joyner from getting back to his feet.
Joyner is trying to control but can't.
Joyner is trying to stand back up but Asinen is controlling him
#SUB2#
Asinen is looking for a kimura here.
Joyner wants to get back to his feet.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Asinen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Joyner has managed to free his arm - good work.
Joyner is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Asinen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Joyner sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Asinen is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Joyner sees it coming and defends easily.
Asinen controlling the action here.
Asinen passes the guard and advances to mount!
Joyner might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Asinen controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Asinen is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Joyner has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Asinen has control of Joyner's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Joyner regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB2#
Asinen moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Joyner has worked his arm free - good work by Joyner!
Joyner is trying to buck Asinen off.#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.#SUB2#
Asinen working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Asinen looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Asinen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Joyner is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Joyner wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asko Asinen 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##TD2#
Asinen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Asinen is looking to take a break and control but Joyner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Joyner wants to control but Asinen postures up.
Asinen just content to control the position.
Asinen lands a nice forearm strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen staying calm.#T1##SUB2#
Asinen looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Asinen working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Asinen works to advance to full mount. Joyner defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Asinen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Joyner is looking to get to half guard.
Asinen takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
#SUB2#
Asinen is looking for the choke from the back position but Joyner is controlling his hands well. #T2##SUB2#
Asinen is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Joyner defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Joyner is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB2#
Joyner is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Asinen gets his way!
Joyner trying to get back to his feet but Asinen is in full control for now.
Asinen keeps control of the position easily here as Joyner tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
Joyner defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Asinen's arms. #T3#
Joyner trying to get back to his feet but Asinen is in full control for now.
Joyner is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Asinen is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Joyner defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Asinen is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Joyner knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Joyner for a finish. #SUB2#
Asinen looking for the choke but no joy. #T4#
Joyner tries to roll but Asinen sticks to his back.
Asinen scores with strikes from the back.
Joyner just trying to survive but Asinen is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Joyner is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Joyner is trying to stand back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asko Asinen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Asinen closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Asinen lands in his opponent's guard.
Asinen controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Asinen has gone for a leg lock! Joyner slips out almost immediately though and dives into Asinen's guard.#REVR#
Joyner has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asinen keeping moving, preventing Joyner from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Asinen is looking to cinch up a triangle. Joyner throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Asinen's body to avoid the submission. Asinen has instead reached around Joyner's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Asinen arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Asko Asinen!
Asko Asinen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
