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Event:
DUEL#88 Bomb vs Kamen
Date: Aug 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Madrox throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Oiyambe counters with a takedown into side control.
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.
Madrox can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Oiyambe working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Madrox has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Madrox has escaped the position, nice work there.
Madrox is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Oiyambe working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Madrox has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Madrox is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Oiyambe wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Madrox, who protects the arm well.
Madrox is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Oiyambe tries for a kimura but Madrox is defending well.
Oiyambe tries to advance to mount but Madrox denies him. #T2##SUB2#
Oiyambe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Madrox wants to get back to his feet but Oiyambe drags him back down.
Madrox is looking for a sweep.
Madrox knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Oiyambe on the ground.
Madrox is trying to control Oiyambe's posture but Oiyambe avoids it. #SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Madrox knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Oiyambe tries for a kimura but Madrox is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Madrox's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3##SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Madrox has escaped the position, nice work there.
Madrox is looking for a sweep.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#SUB2#
Oiyambe thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Oiyambe tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oiyambe has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Oiyambe thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Madrox's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Oiyambe thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Madrox is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Oiyambe off and has taken his back!
Madrox has the hooks in. Oiyambe is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Madrox's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oiyambe tries to escape but Madrox has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oiyambe manages to reverse the position and now he's in Madrox's guard. Nice work there by Oiyambe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Taisho Oiyambe dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Oiyambe avoids a punch combination nicely.
Madrox pivots, looking for a leg kick but Oiyambe is out of range and Madrox settles back down.
Oiyambe is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Madrox tries to clinch but Oiyambe moves out of range.
Oiyambe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Madrox misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Oiyambe counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Oiyambe drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Oiyambe jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Madrox looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oiyambe is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Madrox pushes Oiyambe off and scrambles back to his feet.
Oiyambe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Madrox.#T1#
Madrox looks for a takedown but Oiyambe sprawls well.
Oiyambe blocks the body kick.
Oiyambe is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Oiyambe takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CUT#
It looks like Taisho Oiyambe has been cut.
Some wild striking there from Madrox.
Oiyambe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Madrox defends it well.
Madrox moves to clinch but Oiyambe breaks away #TD2#
and Oiyambe counters with a shoot takedown. Madrox fights it but they end up in guard.
Madrox wants to sweep but no luck.
Oiyambe passes Madrox's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Madrox trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Madrox doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Oiyambe. #SUB2#
Oiyambe wants to work for an arm triangle but Madrox is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Oiyambe is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Oiyambe is trying to work for a kimura but Madrox is defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Oiyambe is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3##SUB2#
Oiyambe is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Oiyambe is thwarting Madrox's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Oiyambe is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Madrox is defending against the submission attempts here by Oiyambe.
Madrox is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Oiyambe is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Madrox is just riding it out for now. Oiyambe eventually gives up the hold.
Madrox is trying to maintain the position but Oiyambe is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Oiyambe wants to work for an arm triangle but Madrox is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Madrox controlling the position well.
Madrox tries to get to full guard but Oiyambe has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Taisho Oiyambe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Taisho Oiyambe's cut.
That's time! Madrox's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Madrox moves into the clinch.
Madrox is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Madrox is trying to stall.
#TD#
Madrox jumps guard.
Taisho Oiyambe has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Oiyambe drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Oiyambe as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Madrox screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Oiyambe! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Taisho Oiyambe!
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Event:
DFN#10 Bang vs Batista
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Madrox will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A jab from Toshua misses.
Toshua lands a nice shot that snaps Madrox's head back.
Madrox tries to clinch there but Toshua circles away.
Toshua throws a shot from downtown. Madrox moves away and avoids it.
Toshua swinging wildly here.
#CL#
Toshua gets tackled into the cage by Madrox. Madrox maintains the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toshua is trying to break free.
Madrox keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Toshua's efforts to push away.
Toshua wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Madrox is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Madrox goes for a takedown attempt but Toshua pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Toshua displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Madrox.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Madrox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toshua avoids a punch combination nicely.
Toshua stuns Madrox with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Madrox misses with a takedown attempt
and Toshua counters with a left and a right that stings Madrox.
Toshua swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Madrox.
Derick Toshua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toshua throws a right hand that Madrox ducks under and follows up with a left that Madrox also avoids with ease.
Toshua misses with a two punch combination.
Madrox scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Toshua lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Toshua fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Madrox tries to clinch up but Toshua circles away and keeps his distance.
Madrox scores with a nice right hand.
Toshua tries to bum rush Madrox with a series of wild strikes but Madrox uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Toshua lands an overhand right.
Toshua throws a good cross that connects.
#T3#
Madrox looks to land a combination but Toshua avoids it well.
Derick Toshua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Madrox fails with a takedown attempt.
Toshua's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Toshua duly obliges.
Toshua throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Madrox.
Toshua lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Madrox is looking to clinch but Toshua is avoiding it.
Toshua looks to land a right hand but Madrox moved out of range.
Madrox feinted with a counter takedown.
Toshua has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
No joy there for Toshua, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T4#
Toshua misses with a few strikes there.
Toshua tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Madrox was well out of range. Poor timing from Toshua.
As Toshua looks to move away, Madrox throws a big counter combo but Toshua just gets out of the way.
Madrox misses with a takedown
and Toshua counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Toshua connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Madrox has his takedown stuffed
and Toshua counters with a series of strikes. Madrox will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL#
Madrox moves into the clinch.
Toshua is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Madrox breaks the clinch.
Jab from Toshua.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derick Toshua dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Madrox misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Toshua pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Madrox attempts a counter takedown but Toshua avoids it well and moves away.
Toshua lands with an uppercut that bounces Madrox off the cage and back into range.
Toshua lands with a nice combination. Madrox backs away looking to recover.
A shot to the liver by Toshua. Beautiful body shot.#KD2#
Madrox ducks straight into an uppercut from Toshua and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Madrox manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC2#
Madrox is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Madrox wants to improve his position but instead Toshua has moved into half guard.
Oh Madrox is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Toshua has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SU2#
Toshua decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Madrox misses with a double jab
and Toshua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Madrox throws a leg kick
and Toshua scores with a counter punch that sends Madrox to the canvas! Toshua smells blood - he's punishing Madrox with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Madrox has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derick Toshua!
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Event:
DUEL#72 oCrazy vs Harris
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Baby dives in and grabs Madrox's left leg, looking for a takedown. Madrox pushes down on Baby's head and hops out.
Baby has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Madrox throws a head kick that misses.
Baby tried to score with a low kick but Madrox checks it.
Baby falls off balance throwing a combination
and Madrox counters with a left and a right that stings Baby. #TD#
Madrox shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Madrox trying to control the pace.
Baby is pressing down on Madrox's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Baby working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Madrox postures up and lands a big shot to Baby's brow.
Madrox has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Madrox controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Baby escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Madrox gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Madrox stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Baby throws up his legs and catches Madrox in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Madrox tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Baby! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Big Baby!
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Event:
DUEL#65 Esposito vs Gaultier
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Madrox throws out a powerful jab.
Madrox throws a head kick but Routh moves out of range.
Routh tries to counter with a clinch but Madrox shakes him off and moves away.#CL#
Madrox gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Routh jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Madrox walks away with a smile on his face. Routh gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Madrox misses with a double jab.
Despite the aggression on Routh's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Madrox jabs at Routh's body.
Routh is looking to clinch but Madrox is avoiding it.
Madrox connects with a right that clearly hurt Routh. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Madrox proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Routh collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Madrox!
The defeated Peter Routh had this to say: 'Unlucky loss for myself but next time i fight i will win '.
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Event:
QFC Tournament 743 Round 2
Date: Apr 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Madrox stuns Doni with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Doni drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Doni looking to pass the guard.
Doni won't allow Madrox to get back to his feet.
Doni postures up.
Doni passes Madrox's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Madrox looks like he's trying to stand up.
Doni is looking to advance position but Madrox won't allow it.
Doni moves nicely into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doni advances to full mount.
Doni moves to back control.
Well, with Doni on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Madrox is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T1#
Madrox trying to control the hands but Doni won't let him. #SUB2#
Doni looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Madrox taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jag Doni!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 743 Round 1
Date: Apr 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Mujtaba shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Madrox forces Mujtaba back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Madrox has Mujtaba pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Madrox pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Mujtaba tumbling to the mat - Madrox dives into Mujtaba's guard.
Madrox sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mujtaba's guard. #SU#
Madrox decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD#
Madrox closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mujtaba did well to prevent Madrox getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Madrox is thwarting Mujtaba's attempts to control the position.
Madrox content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Madrox is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Madrox has isolated one of Mujtaba's arms. Mujtaba looking to fight him off but Madrox twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). James Madrox!
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