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Event:
CWC 389
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 38 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 17 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Camara avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Camara tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hirsch throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Camara's waist but Camara gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hirsch off to one side.
Camara is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Hirsch forces Camara back against the ropes and clinches.
Camara is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Hirsch gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hirsch can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Camara turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Camara
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Camara off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (4) Camara
Hirsch has the hooks in. Camara is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
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.
Hirsch trying to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch keeps control of the position easily here as Camara tries to buck him off.
#T1#
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Camara for as long as he can get away with.
Camara turns into Hirsch and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (6) Camara
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Camara's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (6) Camara
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Camara keeps moving.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Camara is retaining full guard. #T2#
Hirsch trying to control but Camara is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch passes Camara's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Camara! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (6) Camara#T3#
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Camara to control.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Camara wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Hirsch prevents Camara from getting the reversal.
Camara is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Camara is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (12) vs (6) Camara
Will Hirsch go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Camara rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
#T5#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hirsch trying to control.#T6#
You can see the frustration on Camara's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Camara tries to escape the position.
#T7#
Hirsch trying to control.
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Camara.
Hirsch is hanging on to Camara's back as he tries to escape.
#T8#
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Camara felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch continues to stall.
Camara tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hirsch looking to control but Camara is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Camara is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.#T10#
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Camara is squirming around nicely.
Camara tries to control the position but Hirsch now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (15) vs (6) Camara#T11#
Camara is trying to break free.
Camara just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Camara doesn't escape.
Camara looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
Hirsch controls the action.
Camara tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
#T12#
Camara trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Camara is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Camara is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Camara is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
I really don't envy Camara right now.
Camara is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Will Hirsch go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T14#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Further stalling from Hirsch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 15 to 6.
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 386
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 38 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 16 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Seu Braga and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hall shoots in for a takedown but Hirsch shows good takedown defense.
Hall tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hirsch defends well and Hall ends up having to push Hirsch into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Hirsch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Hirsch has clasped his hands together around Hall's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Hall
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.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hall is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Hall is looking to reverse the position.
Hirsch controls the position from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall tries to control but Hirsch manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (7) vs (0) Hall
What can Hall do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T1#
Hall tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch avoiding Hall 's attempts to control his hands.
Hall is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Hall needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Hall looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Hall buck him off.
Hall rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Hall looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T3#
Hall wants to escape the position.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hall's body.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hall tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Hirsch controlling the position well here. Hall rolled but Hirsch kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hall wants to escape the position.
#T4#
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hall's body.
Hall holding on to Hirsch's left wrist, preventing the choke.
Hall tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hirsch struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T5#
Hall tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Hall trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
Hirsch is hanging on to Hall's back as he tries to escape.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Hall from escaping the position.
Hall keeps trying to improve his position.
Good control from Hirsch.#T6#
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hall for as long as he can get away with.
Hall tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hall trying to control but not successfully.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hall trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Hall right now.
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T7#
Hall rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Hall trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Hall buck him off.
Further stalling from Hirsch.
Hirsch continues to stall.
You can see the frustration on Hall's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T8#
Hirsch gets his hands free as Hall looks to control.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hall doesn't escape.
Hall wants to escape the position.
Hirsch gets his hands free as Hall looks to control.
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
You can see the frustration on Hall's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hall is keeping busy.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hall doesn't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Hall breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Hall
Hirsch pulls Hall in close to prevent any damage.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hall sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T10#
Hall content to stall in guard here.
Hirsch pulls Hall in to control the position.
Hall passes Hirsch's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hall trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hall trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Hall wants to advance to full mount but Hirsch doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Hall being controlled here momentarily. #T11#
Hall stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hall being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Hall from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is trying to keep Hall in close.
Hall controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (9) vs (2) Hall#T12#
Hall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hall holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch is fighting to break Hall's control of his arms but Hall is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hall manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hirsch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (9) vs (4) Hall
Hall controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Hall 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.#T13#
Hall's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hall wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hall is one step ahead there. #T14#
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hall controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Hall controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch can't keep his opponent in guard - Hall advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 9 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 383
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 65 wins and 37 losses; Judas Priest! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Hirsch stops a takedown attempt from Priest.
Hirsch is working for takedown but Priest is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hirsch is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Hirsch has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Priest regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Priest (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Priest might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Priest.
Priest manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hirsch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (2) vs (2) Hirsch
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is adopting a defensive guard.
Priest wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Hirsch controlling Priest's posture.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
Hirsch has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Priest has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (5) vs (2) Hirsch
Priest looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Hirsch is trying to control Priest's posture but Priest avoids it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Priest moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Priest wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working. #T3#
Hirsch wants to control but Priest postures up.
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Priest tries to advance to mount but Hirsch denies him. #T4#
Priest takes a little break here. Hirsch wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Priest controlling the action here.
Priest uses his free foot to push down on Hirsch's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hirsch. Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (8) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.#T5#
Priest wants to take his opponent's back but instead Hirsch manages to regain half guard.
Hirsch is not content to let Priest control the position.
Priest is taking a breather. Hirsch 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.#T6#
Priest wants to free his trapped foot but Hirsch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Priest content to control rather than advance.
Priest is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now. #T7#
Hirsch is holding on to half guard well.
Priest is taking a breather. Hirsch 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.
Priest trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch gets full guard.#T8#
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Priest preventing the sweep.
Priest stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Priest being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Priest controls the pace.#T9#
Priest passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Priest stays in close to Hirsch's body and controls the position.
Priest is pushing down on Hirsch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hirsch is fighting to maintain full guard but Priest has managed to sneak the leg through.#T10#
Priest sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Priest is working for a submission of some sort.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Priest has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Priest's back. He's all about the action.
Priest works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (11) vs (2) Hirsch#T12#
Hirsch tries to hold on but Priest postures up.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Priest controlling his opponent.
Priest has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T13#
Hirsch is in all sorts of trouble here.
Priest controlling his opponent.
Priest can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hirsch is looking to escape.
Hirsch is desperately trying to improve his position but Priest has a good base and remains in mount.
Priest trying to control but Hirsch is having none of it. #T14#
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hirsch is looking to control Priest's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Priest seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Priest takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
A very excited looking Judas Priest made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: May 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 27 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, John Roberts and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hirsch moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Hirsch tightens his grip and picks Silva Jr up, before dumping him to the ground. Silva Jr manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Silva Jr
Silva Jr pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Silva Jr has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Silva Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Silva Jr is looking to sweep but instead, Hirsch has passed into half guard.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Silva Jr is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working.
Silva Jr is positioning himself well to prevent Hirsch advancing to mount.
Hirsch is trying to control. Silva Jr wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Silva Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Silva Jr defends it.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T5##SUB2#
Silva Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Silva Jr wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Silva Jr is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Silva Jr is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Silva Jr#T6#
Silva Jr struggling a bit here.
Hirsch moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Silva Jr is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Silva Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Silva Jr is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Hirsch controls the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T8#
Silva Jr holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Silva Jr looks to move to half guard but instead Hirsch has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (0) Silva Jr
Silva Jr bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Silva Jr
Hirsch wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Silva Jr is now in half guard.
Silva Jr is looking to pass Hirsch's guard but actually Hirsch recovers to full guard. #T9#
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Silva Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silva Jr is one step ahead there. #T10#
Silva Jr wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Silva Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Silva Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T11#
Hirsch 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.
Silva Jr being controlled here momentarily. #T12#
Silva Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch seems keen to control Silva Jr's posture.
Silva Jr wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch controlling Silva Jr's posture. #T13#
Silva Jr looking to pass the guard.
Silva Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva Jr won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Silva Jr 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. #T14#
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Silva Jr is now in half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is concentrating on defense, preventing Silva Jr from advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva Jr's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Silva Jr
Hirsch is hanging on to Silva Jr's back as he tries to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
Harry Hirsch is the new heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Rich Silva Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Harris Mint! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 60 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Alyssa Summers and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch pushes Mint up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Hirsch has picked Mint up - he's going for a ride! Hirsch dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mint (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but Mint defending well.
Hirsch not doing much here.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mint knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch trying to control the pace. #T1#
Mint preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
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.
Hirsch trying to control the pace. #T2#
Mint trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Mint holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T3#
Mint is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mint avoid being mounted?
Hirsch prevents Mint from improving his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Mint'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.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T4#
Mint is holding on to half guard well.
Hirsch has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mint (0) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount. #T5#
Mint has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Mint (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Good control from Hirsch.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hirsch is hanging on to Mint's back as he tries to escape.
#T6#
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Hirsch is not going to allow Mint to sit and survive in this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch keeps control of the position easily here as Mint tries to buck him off.
Mint trying to control but not successfully. #T7#
What can Mint do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
More stalling from Hirsch.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T8#
Mint looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Mint might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Mint's body.
#T9#
Mint breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mint (2) vs (8) Hirsch
Mint is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch can't keep his opponent in guard - Mint advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mint prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch is looking to control Mint's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?#T10#
Mint prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Mint's back. He's all about the action.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Mint sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mint trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well. #T12#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Mint is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mint seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hirsch wants to control but Mint is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Hirsch controlling the position for now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mint has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mint wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is defending well. #T14#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Mint keeps him under control.
Hirsch is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mint trying to control from Hirsch's half guard. Hirsch has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 2.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 59 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 12 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Lou da Vinci and Eddie Farnsworth.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Majere goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hirsch prevents it.
#TD#
Hirsch has picked Majere up - he's going for a ride! Hirsch dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Majere
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Majere won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
Hirsch 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.
Majere tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Majere felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1#
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Majere keeping control of the position.
Hirsch stalling. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Majere
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Majere is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Majere tries to control the position but Hirsch now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Majere
Majere is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
#T5#
I really don't envy Majere right now.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Majere doesn't escape.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Majere is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hirsch has good solid back control here. #T6#
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Majere is really stuck here.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Majere is really stuck here.
Majere just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T8#
Further stalling from Hirsch.
Majere trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Majere tries to break free.
#T9#
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Majere just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Majere is trying to break free.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
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.#T10#
Majere tries to escape the position.
I would not like to be Majere right now.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T11#
Majere is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Majere tries to escape the position.
#T12#
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Majere.
Majere tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
#T13#
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Majere buck him off.
Majere is trying to break free.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Majere's body.
#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 27 losses; Lurch Addams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Addams darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Addams (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Addams is taking a breather. Hirsch 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.
Hirsch is doing well to control the position and prevent Addams from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Addams is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hirsch is just riding it out for now. Addams eventually gives up the hold.
Hirsch won't allow Addams to pass to mount. #T1#
Addams prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Addams controlling the action here.
Addams will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Addams is taking a breather. Hirsch 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.
Hirsch won't allow Addams to pass to mount. #T2#
Addams is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Addams prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Addams is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Addams takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Addams's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Addams is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch is looking to control Addams's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Addams wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is defending well.
Addams is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is staying active underneath Addams, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Addams has control of the leg.
Addams really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T4#
Addams perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Hirsch is defending against the submission attempts here by Addams.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Addams is looking to pass Hirsch's guard but actually Hirsch recovers to full guard.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Addams tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch is trying to keep Addams in close.
Addams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Addams trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T5#
Addams postures up.
Addams sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch is trying to keep Addams in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Addams wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass.
Addams wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T6#
Hirsch is controlling Addams's posture.
Addams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Addams slips nicely into half guard.
Addams trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Addams seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
Hirsch is pressing down on Addams's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hirsch is trying to keep Addams in close.
Hirsch has his hands on Addams's head, controlling the position.
Hirsch can't keep his opponent in guard - Addams advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Addams content to control rather than advance.
Addams is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it.
Addams stalling. #T8#
Addams wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is defending well.
Addams is working hard here to advance position.
Addams slows the pace down in half guard.
Hirsch won't allow Addams to pass to mount.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Addams trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Addams controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T9#
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass.
Addams engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Addams looking to sit in guard and control but Hirsch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (2) vs (2) Hirsch#T10#
Addams is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.
Addams controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Addams holds on and takes a little breather.
Addams wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch postures up.
#T11#
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Addams is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch 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.
Addams wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Addams is keeping the position for now.
Addams looking to control.
Addams wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Addams there! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (2) vs (5) Hirsch#T12#
Addams bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (4) vs (5) Hirsch
Addams is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (4) vs (7) Hirsch
Addams is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Addams is in trouble now - Hirsch has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (4) vs (10) Hirsch
Addams tries to reverse the position but Hirsch maintains control.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Addams is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Punch Out Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T13#
Addams is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Addams wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Addams tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Addams keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount. #T14#
Addams is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Addams is controlling an arm, preventing Hirsch from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Addams is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch tries to control but Addams wriggling away.
Addams is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Addams is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 10 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 26 losses; Frank Andersson!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Andersson shoots in for a takedown but Hirsch shows good takedown defense.
Hirsch tries to counter with a takedown but Andersson is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Hirsch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Andersson
Andersson is trying to improve his position.
Andersson looks to move to half guard but instead Hirsch has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (6) vs (0) Andersson
Andersson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson tries to reverse the position but Hirsch maintains control.
Andersson tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (9) vs (0) Andersson
Hirsch is hanging on to Andersson's back as he tries to escape.
#T1#
Andersson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Andersson tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Andersson keeps trying to improve his position.
Andersson trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Andersson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
I would not like to be Andersson right now.
Andersson 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.
Hirsch gets his hands free as Andersson looks to control. #T2#
Andersson tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Andersson just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Andersson is trying to break free.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Andersson's body.
#T3#
Andersson rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Andersson trying to control the hands but Hirsch breaks the grip.
Good control from Hirsch.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Andersson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Andersson just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T5#
I really don't envy Andersson right now.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hirsch tries to keep control of the position but Andersson is staying busy.
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Andersson.
Andersson trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks. #T6#
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Andersson doesn't escape.
Andersson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Andersson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Andersson wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Andersson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (12) vs (0) Andersson
Andersson is trying desperately to improve position.
Andersson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T7#
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.
Hirsch is thwarting Andersson's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T8##SUB2#
Andersson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Andersson has a hand on Hirsch's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hirsch takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (15) vs (0) Andersson
Andersson is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Andersson can't escape the position.
#T9#
Andersson is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (18) vs (0) Andersson
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Andersson buck him off.
Hirsch is trying to stick to Andersson's back but Andersson is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Andersson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (18) vs (2) Andersson
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (20) vs (2) Andersson
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Andersson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Andersson is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.#SUB2#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions off his back.
Andersson wants to control but Hirsch passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (23) vs (2) Andersson#T11#
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Andersson is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Andersson manages to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Andersson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.#T12#
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Andersson defends it.
Hirsch stalling.
Andersson is positioning himself well to prevent Hirsch advancing to mount.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T13##SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch moves into full mount! Andersson won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (26) vs (2) Andersson
Hirsch controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Hirsch prevents Andersson from getting the reversal.
Hirsch is looking to work his way around to Andersson's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Andersson tries to control the position but Hirsch now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (29) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson tries to break free.
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Further stalling from Hirsch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 29 to 2.
A very excited looking Harry Hirsch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 366
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 37 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Rio Rolla!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but Rolla shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rolla. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Rolla#SUB2#
Rolla wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rolla swings around for an armbar but Hirsch sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Rolla's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Rolla
Rolla wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch prevents Rolla from improving his position.#T1#
Rolla is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Rolla is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch is pushing down on Rolla's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rolla is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2#
Rolla gets full guard.
Hirsch won't allow Rolla to sweep him here.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Our spies down at at LéCrucible inform us that Rolla has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch won't allow Rolla to sweep him here.
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Rolla wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Rolla keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch stays in close to Rolla's body and controls the position.
Rolla looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Rolla keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Rolla keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Rolla wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Rolla is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (4) Rolla
Rolla manages to get back to half guard.
Hirsch prevents Rolla from improving his position.#T5#
Rolla moves into full guard.
Rolla wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Hirsch prevents Rolla from improving his position.#SUB2#
Rolla looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch not doing much here.
Hirsch prevents Rolla from improving his position.#T6#
Rolla is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (4) Rolla
Rolla is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Rolla is trying to work for a sweep but Hirsch has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (10) vs (4) Rolla
Rolla regains half guard.
Rolla tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.#T7#
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Rolla is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (10) vs (8) Rolla#SUB2#
Hirsch defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Rolla's arms. #SUB2#
Rolla is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hirsch defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Hirsch is having to fend off submission attempts from Rolla, who is looking to sink in the choke. Rolla doesn't have the hooks in though and Hirsch manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (12) vs (8) Rolla
Rolla wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rolla is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Rolla working for submissions but it's allowed Hirsch to get to half guard.
Rolla manages to get to full guard.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Rolla being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Rolla throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hirsch uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (15) vs (8) Rolla
A lull in the action here as Hirsch stalls from top position.
Rolla is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hirsch off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (15) vs (12) Rolla#T10##SUB2#
Hirsch is in a bad position with Rolla working for a choke. Hirsch manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (17) vs (12) Rolla
Hirsch stays in close to Rolla's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Rolla has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rolla tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Rolla throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hirsch uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (20) vs (12) Rolla
Hirsch moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (22) vs (12) Rolla#T11#
Rolla has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (25) vs (12) Rolla
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Rolla buck him off.
Rolla tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Rolla rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rolla slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rolla looking for a sweep. Not yet Rolla, not yet. #T12#
Hirsch forces his way into half guard.
Hirsch works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (28) vs (12) Rolla
Well,Hirsch is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rolla is looking to escape.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Rolla manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T13#
Rolla moves into full guard.
Rolla keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Rolla keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Rolla looking for a sweep. Not yet Rolla, not yet.
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T14#
Rolla is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Rolla is looking for a triangle here but Hirsch uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (31) vs (12) Rolla
Rolla tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hirsch presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (33) vs (12) Rolla
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rolla tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (36) vs (12) Rolla
Rolla is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 36 to 12.
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 361
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 36 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 30 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Matheus Silva and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch misses with a takedown attempt - Kakuto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Harry Hirsch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.#TD#
Hirsch turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kakuto tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hirsch presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (6) vs (0) Kakuto
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuto is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch content just to control the position here. #T1#
Hirsch pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Kakuto sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hirsch prevents Kakuto from improving his position.
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Kakuto is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kakuto is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch stalling.
Hirsch prevents Kakuto from improving his position.#T2#
Kakuto trying to get back to full guard but Hirsch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (0) Kakuto
Hirsch prevents Kakuto from getting the reversal.
Kakuto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakuto keeps trying to improve his position.
Kakuto slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kakuto trying to get back to full guard but Hirsch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (12) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch controlling from mount. #T3#
Kakuto is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch prevents Kakuto from getting the reversal.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Kakuto is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Kakuto manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kakuto is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (15) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Kakuto is being controlled here.
Kakuto manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Hirsch keeping control of the position.
Kakuto trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it. #T6##SUB2#
Kakuto is looking for submissions but instead, Hirsch has regained full guard.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (17) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Kakuto is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (20) vs (2) Kakuto#T7#
Kakuto is being controlled here.
Kakuto is trying to work for a sweep but Hirsch has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (22) vs (2) Kakuto
Hirsch prevents Kakuto from getting the reversal.
Kakuto manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kakuto is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Kakuto working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hirsch has passed into half guard!
Kakuto is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Kakuto is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch stalling.
Kakuto is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Kakuto won't allow it. #T9#
Kakuto wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Kakuto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (22) vs (6) Kakuto#SUB2#
Hirsch won't enjoy being in this position. Kakuto looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Hirsch is tapping - it's over boys! Kakuto picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tsuyoi Kakuto!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Tsuyoi Kakuto made sure he mentioned Fantasy Threads, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 358
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 36 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 12 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Thiago Cunha and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch closes the distance and clinches up with Hall, looking for a takedown. Hirsch pushes Hall against the cage but Hall circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hall looks for a takedown but Hirsch sprawls well.
Hall shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hirsch as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Hirsch shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hall is trying to defend but Hirsch finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Hall
Hall is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hall trying to control here.
Hall is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall has his hands clasped together around Hirsch's back. He's all about the action.
Hall trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Hall controlling the position well.
Hall is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Hall
A control attempt from Hall but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (0) Hall
Hall prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Hall wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hall holds on to Hirsch around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.#T2#
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hall is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Hall is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hall is looking to escape.
Hall is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hall manages to control the position for a moment.
Hall manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hall is trying to control but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (10) vs (0) Hall#T4#
Hall regains half guard.
Hall is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (0) Hall
Hall can't do much from the bottom here.
Hall is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T5#
Hall is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hall desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Hall tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hall controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hirsch uses his free foot to push down on Hall's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hall. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (0) Hall#T6#
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hall looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.#T7#
Hirsch is trying to take his opponent's back.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hall can't escape the position.
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall regains half guard.
Hirsch prevents Hall from improving his position.#T8#
Hall trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch prevents Hall from improving his position.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Hall 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.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Hall is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hall is controlling Hirsch's trapped leg to prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Hall trying to control from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Hall tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hall keeps trying to improve his position.
Hall slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hall is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Hall keeps moving.
Hirsch being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T10#
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hall is keeping the position for now.
Hall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hall not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hall wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch stays in close to Hall's body and controls the position.
Hall looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hirsch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T11#
Hall regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hall keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hall working a defensive guard but Hirsch manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (19) vs (0) Hall
Hirsch controls the position.
Hall is looking for a sweep.#T12#
Hall wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hall is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch is staying tight to Hall's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hall can't do much from the bottom here. #T13#
Hall is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hall tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hall sneaks back into half guard.
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (22) vs (0) Hall#T14#
Hall is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Hall is holding Hirsch down, trying to stall.
Hall tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hall will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hall is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall being controlled for a moment.
You can see the frustration on Hall's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 22 to 0.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 354
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 35 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 32 losses; Leandro Lo!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hirsch shoots in but Lo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hirsch looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lo is fending him off so far but Hirsch persists. Nope, Lo circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Lo closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Lo
Lo stays in close to Hirsch's body and controls the position.
Hirsch looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lo puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Lo trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Lo postures up. #T1#
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
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.
Lo preventing the sweep.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Lo
Hirsch not doing much here.
#T2#
Lo gets full guard.
Lo is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Lo pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Hirsch postures up.
Lo wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Lo
Hirsch pulls Lo in close to prevent any damage.
Lo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Hirsch seems keen to control Lo's posture.
Lo is stalling in the full guard. #T5#
Lo postures up.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a triangle here but Lo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Lo#T6#
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hirsch controlling the position for now.
Lo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Lo is very close to passing his half guard.#T7#
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Lo is controlling well.
Lo controlling the pace.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Lo has control of the leg.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (10) Lo#T8#
Hirsch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lo looking to control but Hirsch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lo takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (13) Lo
Hirsch is really stuck here.
#T9#
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Lo slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Lo keeps control of the position.
#T10#
Lo just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Lo is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Lo controls the position.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hirsch wants to escape the position.
#T11##SUB2#
Lo looking for the choke but no joy.
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Lo keeps control of the position.
#T12#
Lo gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Lo just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Lo gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T13#
Lo is riding his opponent, not letting Hirsch buck him off.
Lo gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Hirsch tries to break free.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Lo manages to sink in the hooks. #T14#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Lo keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo has good solid back control here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lo wins on points by 13 to 2. |
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Event:
CWC 349
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 39 losses; Antonio Brown ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 35 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Brown shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Brown is pulling down on Hirsch's head to control his posture. #T2#
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Brown working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hirsch has passed into half guard!
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Brown defends it. #T3#
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Brown is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Hirsch prevents Brown from improving his position.
Brown is trying to control but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (2) vs (5) Hirsch#T4#
Brown tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brown working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T5#
Hirsch moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Brown (2) vs (8) Hirsch
Brown rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Brown actively working from the bottom here.
Brown tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Brown desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T6#
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Brown wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.#T7#
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Brown wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Brown regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Brown is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
#T8##SUB#
Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hirsch is aware though and is defending well.
Brown has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Brown 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.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Brown .
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T9#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Brown holds on and takes a little breather.
Brown looking to control.
#SUB#
Brown working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hirsch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hirsch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brown can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.#T10#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Brown pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.#T11#
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Brown .#SUB#
Brown working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
Brown being controlled here, momentarily.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T12#
Brown is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hirsch passes Brown 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Brown is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T13#
Brown wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Brown holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Brown wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Brown is working hard here to advance position.#T14#
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch moves into full mount! Brown won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (2) vs (11) Hirsch
Hirsch fails to take his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 11 to 2.
Harry Hirsch is the new super heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Antonio Brown spoke after the fight, saying 'I�ll be back better than ever and learn from this!!'. |
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Event:
CWC 346
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 35 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 7 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Scott.
Hirsch shoots in for a double leg but Scott sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Hirsch looking to score a takedown here. Scott is defending well but Hirsch drives through and ends up in Scott's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Scott
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scott swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Scott pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Scott is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Scott#T1#
Scott wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch staying calm.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Scott for as long as he can get away with.
Hirsch 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.
Scott manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hirsch's best efforts.#T2#
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch continues to stall.
Scott has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Scott wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Scott is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Scott trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Scott wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Scott has a hand on Hirsch's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hirsch takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Scott
Scott gets back to half guard.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Scott defends it. #T4#
Scott wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Scott
Hirsch taking a breather here.
Scott is trying to improve his position.
Scott manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Scott
Hirsch slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T5#
Scott slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (5) Scott
Scott trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Scott has control of the leg.
Scott wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working. #T6#
Scott performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Scott trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it. #SUB2#
Scott is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hirsch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Scott is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch trying to control here.
#T7#
Scott seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (5) Scott
Scott is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scott works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Scott is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Scott.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Scott holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Scott.
Scott being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Scott wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Scott there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (5) Scott
Scott is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Scott working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Scott tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (19) vs (5) Scott#T11#
Scott is in bad spot here.
Scott tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Scott is just holding on here. Hirsch manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (22) vs (5) Scott
What can Scott do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Scott breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (22) vs (7) Scott#T12#
Scott wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Scott wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Scott stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Scott looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Scott tries to pass.
Scott won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here. #T14#
Scott trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Scott is stalling in the full guard.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (24) vs (7) Scott
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 24 to 7.
Harry Hirsch thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Tyron Scott had this to say: 'Pathetic win. You trash and everyone khow it!'. |
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Event:
CWC 341
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 39 losses; Antonio Brown ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 34 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hirsch sprawls well. Hirsch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet.
Brown has a takedown stuffed.
Brown tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hirsch defends well and Brown ends up having to push Hirsch into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Antonio Brown . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Brown turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Brown manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Brown (4) vs (0) Hirsch
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Brown is trying to get an arm triangle but Hirsch is defending well.
Hirsch is trying to control Brown 's posture but Brown avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Brown is really struggling to control Hirsch but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T1#
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Brown in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch wants to control but Brown postures up.
Hirsch is not content to let Brown control the position. #SUB#
Brown wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Brown wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
Brown trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Brown tries to advance to mount but can't. #T3#
Hirsch is not content to let Brown control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Brown 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Brown seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Brown is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hirsch is just riding it out for now. Brown eventually gives up the hold. #T5#
Brown controlling the action here.
Brown moves into full mount! Hirsch won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (7) vs (0) Hirsch
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown can't control as he wanted to and Hirsch manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Brown is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (10) vs (0) Hirsch#T6#
Brown is trying to take his opponent's back.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Brown seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brown passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (13) vs (0) Hirsch
Brown wants to control the action but instead Hirsch gets a body lock and reverses into Brown 's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (13) vs (2) Hirsch
Brown trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
#T7#
Brown working a defensive guard but Hirsch manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (13) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Brown wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Brown being controlled for a moment.
Brown struggling a bit here.#T8#
Brown trying to remain calm as Hirsch controls from the top position.
Brown tries to improve position but can't.
The referee asks Hirsch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hirsch prefers to stall for the moment though.#T9#
Brown tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Brown wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Brown is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
Brown is being controlled here. #T10#
Brown is looking to reverse the position.
Brown prevents Hirsch from moving into mount.
Brown is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Catch Wrestling L.A., so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Brown is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
Brown is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Brown (13) vs (7) Hirsch
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Brown is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Brown wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Brown is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T12#
Brown is wriggling around trying to escape.
Brown is just holding on here. Hirsch manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Brown (13) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch is trying to stick to Brown 's back but Brown is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Brown . Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (15) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch trying to control the position here.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily. #T13#
Brown passes into half guard. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brown 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brown 's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (15) vs (14) Hirsch
I would not like to be Brown right now.
Brown is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T14#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Brown tries to escape the position.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Brown doesn't escape.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brown takes the fight on points by 15 to 14.
After the big win, Antonio Brown made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Arcticus University: London and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CWCFN 13
Date: Feb 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Jaxon Bremner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 34 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Ren Mimura and Yuuki Gou.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Bremner gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Hirsch has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bremner regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bremner (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bremner is keeping the position for now.
Bremner looking for a sweep. Not yet Bremner, not yet.
Bremner can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Bremner 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.#SUB#
Bremner has an active guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Bremner is defending the position. #T1#
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Hirsch is thwarting Bremner's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
Bremner wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T2##SUB#
Bremner looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bremner looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bremner works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Bremner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3#
Hirsch controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bremner throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hirsch uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (0) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bremner tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
Bremner might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bremner tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bremner gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bremner (0) vs (7) Hirsch
Bremner keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Bremner sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Bremner trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (0) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bremner tries to reverse the position but Hirsch maintains control.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hirsch wants to take Bremner's back but he can't do it this time. #T6#
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bremner is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bremner is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bremner gets back to half guard.
Bremner is in trouble now - Hirsch has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (0) vs (13) Hirsch
Bremner working to try and regain half guard.
#T7#
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bremner can't escape the position.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Bremner keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bremner bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (2) vs (13) Hirsch
Bremner tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T8#
Bremner stands and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (5) vs (13) Hirsch
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bremner wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch wants to control but Bremner postures up.
Bremner wants to take a breather but Hirsch manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Bremner.
Bremner slips nicely into half guard.
Bremner is looking to stall here but Hirsch recovers full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bremner is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hirsch is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hirsch has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (5) vs (15) Hirsch
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T9#
Bremner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bremner bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (7) vs (15) Hirsch
Hirsch pulls Bremner in to control the position.
Bremner wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T10#
Hirsch is continuing to stall.
Bremner tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bremner's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (7) vs (17) Hirsch
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch won't allow Bremner to sweep him here.
Bremner can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Hirsch preventing the sweep. #T11#
Hirsch looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Bremner has an active guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass into half guard.
Hirsch prevents Bremner from improving his position.
Hirsch frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (7) vs (20) Hirsch
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T12#
Bremner is trying to escape the mount.
Hirsch manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bremner to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bremner (7) vs (23) Hirsch
Bremner is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Bremner from escaping the position.
Hirsch controlling the position well here. Bremner rolled but Hirsch kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Bremner wants to escape the position.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T13#
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Bremner tries to break free.
Bremner is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Bremner tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bremner tries to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 23 to 7.
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 334 - Diesel vs Majere
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 33 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Trevina Gunter!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Gunter fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Gunter drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Gunter
Gunter is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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Hirsch being controlled for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Gunter looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Gunter trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gunter working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Gunter 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunter tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T2#
Hirsch controlling the position.
Gunter controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gunter tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gunter preventing the sweep.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully. #T3#
Gunter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Gunter is stalling in the full guard.
Hirsch controlling the position.
Gunter trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gunter is one step ahead there.
Gunter wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gunter is one step ahead there. #T4#
Gunter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch seems keen to control Gunter's posture.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Gunter is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Gunter engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gunter trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T5#
Gunter passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Gunter passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (7) Gunter
Gunter controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch is squirming around, avoiding Gunter's attempts to control the action. #T6#
Gunter moves to his opponent's back but Hirsch bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Gunter. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Gunter
Hirsch stays in close to Gunter's body and controls the position.
Gunter bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (9) Gunter
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Gunter tries to pass.
Gunter is still trying to improve position.#T7#
Hirsch pulls Gunter in close to his closed guard and prevents Gunter from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gunter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Gunter sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gunter wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T8#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is controlling Gunter's posture.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gunter won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Gunter controlling from the top position.
Gunter trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Hirsch seems keen to control Gunter's posture.
Gunter is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gunter trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gunter sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Gunter won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here. #T10#
Gunter is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Gunter sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gunter wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Gunter looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T11#
Gunter pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gunter passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (12) Gunter
Gunter manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hirsch to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (15) Gunter
Hirsch prevents Gunter from getting a body triangle.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
It looks like Gunter might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T12#
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gunter's guard. Nice work there by Hirsch.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (15) Gunter
Gunter working a defensive guard but Hirsch passes into half guard.
Gunter trying to control from the bottom.
#T13#
Gunter wants to control but Hirsch passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (7) vs (15) Gunter
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Gunter denies him.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Gunter tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gunter's legs. #T14#
Gunter tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch 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 Gunter's shoulder. That is not cool.
Gunter tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunter wins on points by 15 to 7.
Trevina Gunter is the new super heavyweight champion!
A less than humble Trevina Gunter misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CWC 333 - Hirsch vs Bandito
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 33 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 7 losses; Enamorado Bandito!
The judges for this bout are Viktor Lagutenko, Vladimir Khabensky and Aleksei Zolotukhin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Bandito feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Bandito
Bandito wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandito trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch has control of Bandito's left arm, preventing Bandito from doing any damage.
Bandito pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch controlling Bandito's posture. #T1#
Bandito wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Bandito from controlling successfully.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Bandito tries to pass.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bandito is one step ahead there.
Bandito wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch 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.#T2#
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Bandito
Bandito trying to control from the bottom.
Bandito keeping control of the position.
Bandito wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Bandito trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Bandito wants to control but Hirsch passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Bandito
Hirsch controlling from side mount.
Bandito gets back to half guard.
Bandito tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Bandito controlling the position for now.#T4#
Bandito is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Bandito
Bandito trying to remain calm as Hirsch controls from the top position.
Bandito tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bandito sneaks back into half guard.
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Bandito is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T5#
Hirsch prevents Bandito from improving his position.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Bandito
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Bandito doesn't allow it.
Bandito is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T6#
Hirsch works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (14) vs (2) Bandito
Bandito tries to escape the position.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bandito's body.
Bandito manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hirsch's guard. Nice work there by Bandito.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (14) vs (4) Bandito
Bandito is looking to advance position but Hirsch has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (18) vs (4) Bandito
Bandito is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.#T7#
Bandito wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Bandito is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Bandito is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T8#
Bandito is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bandito is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Bandito is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bandito is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bandito prevents Hirsch from taking his back.
Bandito sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T10#
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Bandito is defending the position.
Bandito gets back to full guard.
Bandito seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch 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.
Bandito trying to control the position.
#T11#
Bandito looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bandito wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Bandito trying to get back to full guard but Hirsch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (21) vs (4) Bandito#T12#
Bandito is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bandito is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount. #T13#
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bandito for as long as he can get away with.
Hirsch prevents Bandito from getting the reversal.
Hirsch moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (24) vs (4) Bandito
Bandito wants to escape the position.
What can Bandito do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T14#
Bandito rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Bandito manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (24) vs (6) Bandito
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bandito wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Bandito is looking to advance position but Hirsch has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (28) vs (6) Bandito
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch prevents Bandito from getting the reversal.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 28 to 6.
Harry Hirsch retains his super heavyweight title!
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 332 - The Reboot
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 33 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 31 losses; Bjj Steel!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hirsch closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Steel did well to prevent Hirsch getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Steel
Hirsch not doing much here.
Steel is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Steel is trying is best to control the position here. #T1#
Steel wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Steel wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Steel
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Steel is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Steel
Hirsch is trying to stick to Steel's back but Steel is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Steel. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Steel
Steel trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hirsch manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Steel#T2#
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hirsch is fighting to break Steel's control of his arms but Steel is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel 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.
Steel can't keep his opponent in guard - Hirsch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Steel keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Steel is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Steel wants to get back to full guard.
Steel wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Steel keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T4#
Steel is trying to get back to full guard.
Steel keeps trying to improve his position.
Steel is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Steel avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5#
Steel trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Steel
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Steel is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T6#
Steel tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hirsch seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Steel is holding on tight.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch prevents Steel from getting the reversal.
Steel tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
Steel wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (16) vs (2) Steel
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Steel. #T7#
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
I really don't envy Steel right now.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hirsch controlling the positon.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Steel tries to break free.
#T8#
Hirsch not allowing Steel to control his hands.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hirsch controlling the positon.
Steel is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hirsch has good solid back control here. #T9#
Further stalling from Hirsch.
You can see the frustration on Steel's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch controls the action.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Steel just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T10#
Steel wants to escape the position.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Steel tries to break free.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Steel buck him off. #T11#
Steel rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Steel won't allow it.
Steel wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T12#
Steel is controlling Hirsch's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Steel tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Steel for as long as he can get away with.
Steel is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.#T13#
Hirsch not doing much here.
Steel controlling the position for now.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Steel is trying to control but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (19) vs (2) Steel
Steel regains half guard.#T14#
Hirsch not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 19 to 2.
Harry Hirsch is the new super heavyweight champion!
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Tokyo
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 32 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Hirohito Nitta and Kenichi Hosakawa.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Balkan tries to keep at a distance but Hirsch has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hirsch is trying to drag Balkan to the mat but Balkan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Hirsch turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Hirsch manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Balkan (0) vs (4) Hirsch
Hirsch working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balkan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (4) Hirsch#SUB#
Balkan seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but Balkan has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (5) vs (4) Hirsch
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Balkan keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Balkan's best efforts.
Hirsch is doing well to control the position and prevent Balkan from advancing to side control.
Balkan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (8) vs (4) Hirsch
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Balkan wants to control but instead Hirsch manages to regain half guard.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Balkan keeps him under control.#T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Balkan in particular looking to stall.
Balkan trying to control from half guard but Hirsch is working away.
Balkan stalling.
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.#T3##SUB#
Balkan is looking for a kimura here.
Hirsch trying to control but Balkan postures up.
Balkan not doing much here.
#T4#
Hirsch trying to control here.
Balkan is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Balkan has control of the leg. #T5#
Balkan is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Balkan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Balkan has control of the leg.
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but Balkan has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (11) vs (4) Hirsch#T6#
Who's going to make the next move?
Balkan trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Balkan happy to just control the position for now. #T7#
Balkan has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
Balkan working away.
A lull in the action here as Balkan stalls from top position.#T8#
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Hirsch is trying to work for a sweep but Balkan has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Balkan (13) vs (4) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to hold on but Balkan postures up.
Balkan is trying to take his opponent's back.
Balkan wants to control the pace but Hirsch is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Balkan controlling from the full mount.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Balkan postures up.
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Balkan is controlling well.
#T10#
Balkan trying to control from half guard but Hirsch is working away. #SUB#
Balkan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hirsch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done. #T11#
Hirsch is controlling Balkan's posture.#SUB2#
Hirsch working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Balkan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Balkan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch is trying to keep Balkan in close.
#T12#
Balkan wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Balkan controlling from the top position.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Balkan is one step ahead there. #T13#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Balkan from controlling successfully.
Balkan tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Balkan pushes down on Hirsch's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T14#
Balkan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Balkan is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Balkan working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hirsch's thigh. Hirsch counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Balkan takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
Boris Balkan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 328
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 32 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 25 losses; Leandro Lo!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Felipe Paraventi and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Lo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Hirsch takes the fight into the clinch.
Hirsch is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Hirsch has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lo regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Lo
Hirsch 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Lo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2#
Lo has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
Lo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Lo has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Lo trying to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lo holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Hirsch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hirsch has managed to get both his arms back between Lo's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB2#
Lo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hirsch has picked Lo up and slammed him! Lo can't keep hold of the triangle and Hirsch manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Lo
Lo is looking to reverse the position.
Hirsch happy to just control the position for now.
Lo struggling a bit here.#T3#
Lo tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Lo is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lo is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch slows the pace down.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lo keeps working.
Lo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Hirsch taking a breather here.
Lo tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Lo tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (0) Lo
Lo is trying to escape the mount.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lo tries to control the position but Hirsch now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (10) vs (0) Lo
I really don't envy Lo right now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Lo staying busy and making it hard for Hirsch to control. #T5#
Lo trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
Lo is in bad spot here.
Hirsch avoiding Lo 's attempts to control his hands.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Lo tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T6#
Lo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch fails to advance to Lo's back.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Lo tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.#T7#
Lo tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (13) vs (0) Lo
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hirsch controlling the positon.
Lo trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
Lo tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Lo is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T8#
Lo wants to escape the position.
Lo is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Lo trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Lo tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T9#
Hirsch is trying to stick to Lo's back but Lo is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lo. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Lo
Lo trying to move into half guard but instead Hirsch has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (2) Lo
Hirsch postures up.
Lo working a defensive guard but Hirsch passes into half guard.
Lo is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (18) vs (2) Lo
Lo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch taking a breather here.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Lo denies him. #T10#
Lo is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (20) vs (2) Lo
Lo tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Lo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lo tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lo is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Lo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lo regains half guard.#T12#
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Lo wants to get back to full guard.
Lo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (20) vs (6) Lo
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Lo just sinks the hooks in.
Lo keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
#T13##SUB2#
Lo is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hirsch knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hirsch for a finish. #SUB2#
Hirsch 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 Lo gets his way!
#SUB2#
Lo looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Lo has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T14#
Lo is riding his opponent, not letting Hirsch buck him off.
Hirsch tries to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 20 to 6.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 327- Silva Jr vs Zulu
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 31 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 41 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Sparxx gets tackled into the cage by Hirsch. Hirsch maintains the clinch.
Hirsch is trying to drag Sparxx to the mat but Sparxx just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hirsch is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sparxx pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sparxx has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hirsch after a bit of a struggle.
Hirsch wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sparxx changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hirsch fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2#
Sparxx fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hirsch sprawls well initially but Sparxx persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Hirsch's coaches at SSJ Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Sparxx is trying to work for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
Sparxx controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Sparxx has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx preventing the sweep.
Sparxx slips nicely into half guard.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Sparxx's head to control him but Sparxx postures up.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Hirsch is trying is best to control the position here.
Sparxx perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sparxx tries to pass to full mount but Hirsch defends it.
Sparxx is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Sparxx trying to control from half guard but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it. #T3#
Sparxx is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Sparxx is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Sparxx trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it. #SUB2#
Sparxx is trying to work for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is working for a submission of some sort.
#T4#
Hirsch is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Hirsch is trying to control Sparxx's posture. Sparxx takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Hirsch! Sparxx is rotating here... this could be the end... Hirsch is out! Sparxx has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tyrone Sparxx!
A less than humble Tyrone Sparxx misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CWC 325 - Miyagi vs Burroughs
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 31 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Eyvind Skallagrimsson!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Skallagrimsson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hirsch is trying to defend but Skallagrimsson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Skallagrimsson is stalling here. Hirsch is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Skallagrimsson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hirsch has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch working away.
You can see the frustration on Skallagrimsson's face as Hirsch controls the position.
Skallagrimsson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (6) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Skallagrimsson is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Skallagrimsson tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (9) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
Skallagrimsson is in bad spot here.
Good control from Hirsch.
Skallagrimsson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Skallagrimsson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Skallagrimsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Skallagrimsson wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
#T2#
Skallagrimsson wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Skallagrimsson is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Skallagrimsson wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (12) vs (2) Skallagrimsson#T3#
Hirsch controlling from side mount.
Skallagrimsson is looking to reverse the position.
Skallagrimsson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Skallagrimsson is trying to control but Hirsch passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (15) vs (2) Skallagrimsson#T4#
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Skallagrimsson is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch slows the pace down.
You can see the frustration on Skallagrimsson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T5#
Hirsch is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Skallagrimsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6#
Skallagrimsson is trying to work for a sweep but Hirsch has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (17) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Skallagrimsson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Skallagrimsson is just holding on here. Hirsch manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (20) vs (2) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch is trying to stick to Skallagrimsson's back but Skallagrimsson is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Skallagrimsson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (20) vs (4) Skallagrimsson
Skallagrimsson stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Skallagrimsson from controlling successfully.
Skallagrimsson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T7#
Hirsch 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.
Skallagrimsson trying to move into half guard but instead Hirsch has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (22) vs (4) Skallagrimsson
Skallagrimsson controlling Hirsch's posture.
Skallagrimsson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hirsch has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (25) vs (4) Skallagrimsson
Skallagrimsson is letting Hirsch control him for a moment. #T8#
Skallagrimsson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Skallagrimsson seems a little lost for a moment, as Hirsch dominates the positioning.
Skallagrimsson is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Skallagrimsson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Skallagrimsson tries to control but Hirsch manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (28) vs (4) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Skallagrimsson tries to escape the position.
Skallagrimsson breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (28) vs (6) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Skallagrimsson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (28) vs (9) Skallagrimsson
Hirsch working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
Skallagrimsson content just to control the position here.
Hirsch wants to hold on but Skallagrimsson pushes him away.
Skallagrimsson fails to advance to Hirsch's back.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Skallagrimsson postures up.#T11#
Hirsch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Skallagrimsson controlling from the full mount.
Hirsch is squirming around, avoiding Skallagrimsson's attempts to control the action.
Hirsch is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skallagrimsson can't control as he wanted to and Hirsch manages to get the fight back to his half guard. #T12#
Skallagrimsson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hirsch won't allow Skallagrimsson to pass to mount.
Hirsch wants to control but Skallagrimsson is keeping busy.
Hirsch is doing well to control the position and prevent Skallagrimsson from advancing to side control.#T13#
Skallagrimsson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Skallagrimsson trying to advance position but Hirsch counters by regaining guard.
Skallagrimsson is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch continues to stall.#T14#
Skallagrimsson trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
More hug and hope from Hirsch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 28 to 9.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 324 - Halli vs Sitsongrit
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 30 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 22 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Dmitry Maklakov, Konstantin Menshow and Fedor Mirinova.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Silva Jr closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Silva Jr
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Silva Jr trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
A lull in the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva Jr wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
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.#T1#
Hirsch is looking to reverse the position.
Hirsch is being controlled here.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Silva Jr controlling from side mount.
Silva Jr trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva Jr tries to advance to mount but Hirsch denies him. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch wants to control but Silva Jr postures up.
Silva Jr is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hirsch will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Silva Jr controlling the position from side mount.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here. #T5#
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silva Jr tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hirsch wants to control but Silva Jr postures up.
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Silva Jr's best efforts.#T6#
Hirsch is concentrating on defense, preventing Silva Jr from advancing position.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Silva Jr keeps him under control.
Hirsch won't allow Silva Jr to pass to mount.
Well, if Silva Jr is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T7#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Silva Jr keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Silva Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Silva Jr is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T8#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Silva Jr keeps him under control.
Silva Jr not doing much here.
#T9#
Silva Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Silva Jr controlling the action here.
Silva Jr is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Silva Jr prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#T10#
Hirsch trying to control but Silva Jr postures up.
Silva Jr looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Silva Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Silva Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Silva Jr keeps him under control.#T12#
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Silva Jr's back. He's all about the action.
Silva Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is pressing down on Silva Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Silva Jr trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T13#
Silva Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch controls Silva Jr momentarily but Silva Jr frees himself.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silva Jr is one step ahead there.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Silva Jr from controlling successfully.
Silva Jr trying to move into half guard but instead Hirsch has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Silva Jr#T14#
Silva Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch trying to control but Silva Jr is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Jr wins on points by 4 to 2.
A relieved looking Rich Silva Jr thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 3
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 29 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Taro Takaoka and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Camara throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hirsch's waist but Hirsch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Camara off to one side. #CL#
Hirsch has managed to clinch.
Camara is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Camara is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hirsch pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Camara turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Camara manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Camara
Camara gets to mount! Hirsch was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (0) vs (6) Camara
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Camara is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hirsch reverses the position - he's now on top in Camara's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (6) Camara
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Camara working a defensive guard but Hirsch manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (6) Camara
Camara seems a little lost for a moment, as Hirsch dominates the positioning.#T2#
Camara is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Camara wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is staying tight to Camara's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3#
Camara is looking for a sweep.
Camara keeps trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Camara's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Camara is looking for a sweep.
Camara has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Camara is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Hirsch trying to control the action but Camara is working from the bottom.
Camara is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Camara is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Camara gets back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T5#
Camara is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (5) vs (10) Camara
Hirsch trying to control the position but Camara manages to sink in the hooks.
Hirsch is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Camara has good solid back control here.
Hirsch is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T6#
Camara slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Camara gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Camara controlling the position well here. Hirsch rolled but Camara kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T7#
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Camara biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Camara just sinks the hooks in.
Camara controlling the position well here. Hirsch rolled but Camara kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Camara keeps control of the position.
Camara tries to keep control of the position but Hirsch is staying busy.#T9#
Camara controlling from the back.
Will Camara go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Camara is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Camara biding his time, controlling Hirsch. #T10#
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hirsch wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Camara is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hirsch knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hirsch for a finish.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T11#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Camara's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Camara controls the position.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully. #T12#
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Camara keeps control of the position.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully. #T13#
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
Camara tries to keep control of the position but Hirsch is staying busy.
Camara just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T14#
Camara tries to get the hooks in deep but Hirsch pushed the leg off.
Camara keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
Hirsch is keeping busy.
What can Hirsch do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara wins on points by 10 to 5.
A victorious Abubakar Camara thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 322 - Trump vs Vrjalya
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 29 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 26 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch leaves Petersen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Petersen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Petersen gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen is controlling the pace.
Hirsch controlling the position well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Petersen wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Petersen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Petersen is just content to waste time from the top position. Hirsch takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hirsch 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.
Petersen forces his way into half guard.
Petersen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hirsch is not content to let Petersen control the position.#T2#
Hirsch wants to control but Petersen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Petersen slows the pace down in half guard.
Hirsch is not content to let Petersen control the position.
Hirsch trying to control but Petersen postures up.
Petersen stalling. #T3#
Petersen is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Petersen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Petersen controls the pace.#T4#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hirsch haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Petersen sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T5#
Hirsch has Petersen pulled in close to control his posture.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Petersen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Petersen is stalling in the full guard.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T6#
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T7#
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hirsch manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Petersen
Hirsch won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Petersen keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Petersen has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Petersen looking to control.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard. #T9#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Petersen looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hirsch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T10#
Petersen is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Petersen is trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Petersen tries to improve position but can't. #T11#
Petersen struggling a bit here.
Petersen is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Petersen wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Petersen doesn't allow it.
Petersen manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T12#
Petersen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Petersen wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Petersen there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Petersen
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Petersen tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Petersen can't escape the position.
#T13#
Petersen is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Petersen reaches up to try and control the position but Hirsch seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Petersen rolls and tries to escape and now Hirsch has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Petersen
Hirsch is not going to allow Petersen to sit and survive in this position.
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
You can see the frustration on Petersen's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch not allowing Petersen to control his hands. #T14#
I really don't envy Petersen right now.
Hirsch controls the position.
Petersen tries to break free.
Hirsch is not going to allow Petersen to sit and survive in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Petersen tries to break free.
Petersen is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Conald Petersen stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
CWC 321 - Trump vs Steel
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 11 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 29 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hozdic. #TD2#
Hirsch closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hozdic to the mat! Hozdic manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hozdic's coaches at HELLCADEMY have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T1#
Hozdic is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Hozdic wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (5) Hirsch
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Hozdic tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hozdic tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hozdic is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch staying calm.#T5#
Hirsch trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.#T6#
Hozdic stops Hirsch from passing to mount.
Hozdic struggling a bit here.#T7#
Hirsch laying and praying for a moment but Hozdic takes advantage and regains half guard.
Hozdic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hozdic.
Hozdic tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T9#
Hozdic controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T10#
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11#
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hozdic is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hozdic is really struggling to control Hirsch but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T12#
Hozdic looking to control.
#T13#
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Hozdic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hirsch stacks Hozdic on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Hozdic is being controlled here. #T14#
Hozdic prevents Hirsch from moving into mount.
Hirsch wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic being controlled for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 2
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 25 losses; Bart Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 28 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Daniel Cesar and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Cubbedge tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hirsch sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cubbedge somewhat.#CL2#
Hirsch clinches up against the cage.
Cubbedge is working for takedown but Hirsch is calmly controlling the position for now.
Cubbedge is working for takedown but Hirsch is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bart Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hirsch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cubbedge pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Hirsch drives through and clinches with Cubbedge against the cage.
Hirsch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cubbedge pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Cubbedge feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cubbedge (2) vs (0) Hirsch
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch has Cubbedge pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch is continuing to stall.
Cubbedge passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Cubbedge prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now.
Hirsch is controlling Cubbedge 's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hirsch gets full guard.#T4#
Cubbedge trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch 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.#T5#
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch is controlling Cubbedge 's posture.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cubbedge is one step ahead there. #T6#
Cubbedge is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (2) vs (2) Hirsch
Cubbedge is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (4) vs (2) Hirsch
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge wants to pass to mount but Hirsch is defending the position. #T7#
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Cubbedge working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hirsch's thigh. Hirsch counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position here. #T8#
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hirsch has Cubbedge pulled in close to control his posture. #T9#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T10#
Hirsch controlling Cubbedge 's posture.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T11#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch is adopting a defensive guard.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T12#
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch seems keen to control Cubbedge 's posture.#T13#
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
Cubbedge has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T14#
Hirsch pulls Cubbedge in close to his closed guard and prevents Cubbedge from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cubbedge takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
Bart Cubbedge retains his super heavyweight title!
Bart Cubbedge decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 318 - Hirsch vs El Toro Jr
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 13 losses; Galtero El Toro!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
El Toro bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) El Toro
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
El Toro is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hirsch will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
El Toro working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hirsch is holding El Toro down, trying to stall.
Hirsch 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch is not content to let El Toro control the position. #T1#
El Toro controlling the position from side mount.
Hirsch regains half guard there - taking advantage of El Toro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Hirsch keeping hold of El Toro's head, controlling as best he can.
El Toro not doing much here.
#T2#
Hirsch wants to control but El Toro is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
My spies in Nap or Tap inform me that El Toro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch has his hands on El Toro's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
El Toro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but El Toro is one step ahead there. #T4#
El Toro 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.
El Toro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (7) El Toro#T5#
El Toro controlling from side mount.
El Toro trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch seems a little lost for a moment, as El Toro dominates the positioning.
Hirsch gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T6#
El Toro prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
El Toro is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch is concentrating on defense, preventing El Toro from advancing position.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
El Toro controlling the pace. #T7#
El Toro is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
El Toro controlling the action here.
El Toro wants to free his trapped foot but Hirsch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
El Toro is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T8#
Hirsch controlling the position for now.
Hirsch trying to hold on to El Toro's head to control him but El Toro postures up.
El Toro controlling the action here.
El Toro is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now. #T9#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. El Toro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
El Toro is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
El Toro trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
El Toro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T10#
Hirsch wants to improve his position but El Toro is controlling well.
El Toro wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
El Toro trying to control from half guard but Hirsch is working away. #T11#
El Toro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
El Toro trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Hirsch moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as El Toro tries to pass.
El Toro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T12#
El Toro preventing the sweep.
El Toro controls from within his opponent's guard.
El Toro is looking to pass into half guard but Hirsch pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hirsch is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) El Toro#T13#
El Toro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
El Toro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there. #T14#
El Toro looking to control.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but El Toro is retaining full guard.
El Toro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
El Toro wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
El Toro is trying to hold Hirsch in close to prevent damage but Hirsch has managed to pass into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
El Toro wins on points by 7 to 2.
Galtero El Toro is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Galtero El Toro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Ottke vs Cruz
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 9 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Hirsch pushing down on Hozdic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is pressing down on Hozdic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hozdic is holding on for now.
Hozdic is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is trying desperately to improve position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch looking to control but Hozdic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Hozdic to control.#T3#
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hozdic is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Hirsch has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Hozdic
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T4#
Hozdic tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hozdic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Hozdic keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can. #T5#
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hozdic is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T7#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hozdic for as long as he can get away with.
Hozdic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T8#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Hozdic controlling the position.#T9#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is keeping the position.
Hozdic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hozdic is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hozdic controlling the position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position. #T11#
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hozdic controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hozdic pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage. #T12#
Hirsch stands and throws Hozdic's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
A lull in the action here.#T13#
Hozdic tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hozdic gets back to half guard.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T14#
Hozdic felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Harry Hirsch retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Harry Hirsch thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Dragan Hozdic had this to say: 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 1
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 23 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Russell Pearce and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Petersen as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Hirsch forces Petersen back against the ropes and clinches.
Hirsch gets underhooks to prevent Petersen's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Hirsch is trying to trip Petersen. He has hold of a leg but Petersen is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Hirsch persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Petersen (0) vs (2) Hirsch
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.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Petersen.
Petersen is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (2) Hirsch
Petersen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Petersen looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Petersen sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
Petersen is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Petersen seems to be working for a kimura but Hirsch defends the submission attempt.
Petersen controlling the action here.
Petersen trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T2#
Petersen is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen is really struggling to control Hirsch but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Petersen slips nicely into half guard.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Petersen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch is looking to control Petersen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Petersen trying to control the pace.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Petersen wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
Petersen moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (5) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Petersen keeps moving and retains side control.
Petersen trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch trying to remain calm as Petersen controls from the top position.#T5#
Hirsch is not content to let Petersen control the position.
Hirsch wants to control but Petersen postures up.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Petersen tries to advance to mount but Hirsch denies him.
Hirsch seems a little lost for a moment, as Petersen dominates the positioning.
Hirsch is not content to let Petersen control the position. #T6#
Hirsch seems a little lost for a moment, as Petersen dominates the positioning.
Hirsch is trying to control Petersen's posture but Petersen avoids it.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch struggling a bit here.#T7#
Petersen taking a breather here.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Petersen trying to advance position but Hirsch counters by regaining guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T8#
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch has his hands on Petersen's head, controlling the position.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch controls Petersen momentarily but Petersen frees himself. #T9#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Petersen manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (5) vs (4) Hirsch
Petersen is pulling down on Hirsch's head to control his posture.
Hirsch is pushing down on Petersen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Petersen is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Petersen is trying to get back to full guard.
Petersen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Petersen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Petersen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Petersen is concentrating on defense, preventing Hirsch from advancing position.
Petersen is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Petersen wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (5) vs (7) Hirsch
Petersen can't escape the position.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Petersen is squirming around nicely. #T11#
Petersen holds on to Hirsch as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Petersen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Petersen stops Hirsch from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hirsch prevents Petersen from getting the reversal.
Hirsch pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hirsch looking to control but Petersen is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T12#
Petersen is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Petersen to control.
Hirsch wants to take Petersen's back here but Petersen is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T13#
Petersen wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Petersen is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch manages to capitalize on a mistake by Petersen to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Petersen (5) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Petersen from escaping the position.
Hirsch gets his hands free as Petersen looks to control. #T14#
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Petersen manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (7) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Petersen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Petersen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Petersen is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
Petersen is looking to pass into half guard but Hirsch pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hirsch is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (7) vs (12) Hirsch
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
Petersen looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 12 to 7.
Harry Hirsch is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, 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.
Conald Petersen was interviewed post fight and said 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
CWC 315 - Kersikov vs Trump
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch shoots in but Balkan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Balkan moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Balkan decides to pull guard.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balkan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Balkan pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
Balkan is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Balkan has control of Hirsch's left arm, preventing Hirsch from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Balkan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Balkan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Balkan being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Balkan is retaining full guard.
Balkan is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Balkan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Balkan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hirsch defends it easily.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Balkan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Balkan has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
#T5#
Balkan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balkan is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch controls from within his opponent's guard. #T6#
Balkan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hirsch 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.
Balkan keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass. #T7#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Balkan is adopting a defensive guard.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (3) vs (0) Balkan#T8#
Hirsch staying calm.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Further stalling from Hirsch.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Balkan manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Hirsch.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T10#
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Balkan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T11#
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch passes Balkan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Balkan won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Balkan trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Balkan! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (0) Balkan
Balkan working to try and regain half guard.
#T13#
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Balkan is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (9) vs (0) Balkan
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Hirsch wants to control the position but Balkan frees himself and scrambles - Hirsch manages to regain control in side control.
Hirsch slows the pace down. #T14#
Balkan can't do much from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 314 - Fiso vs Jan
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 8 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 27 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hirsch feints and as Camara raises his hands in defense, Hirsch changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch 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.
Camara pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Camara is keeping the position.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Camara looking for a sweep. Not yet Camara, not yet.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Hirsch pushes down on Camara's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Camara is controlling Hirsch's trapped leg to prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.#T2#
Camara wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Camara is working hard here to advance position.
Camara trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#T3#
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (0) vs (5) Hirsch
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camara wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Camara is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Camara's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to move to mount but Camara blocks the move with his legs. #T4#
Camara is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Camara prevents Hirsch from moving into mount.
Camara tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Camara wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hirsch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Camara's legs. #T5#
Camara seems a little lost for a moment, as Hirsch dominates the positioning.
Camara wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Camara tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Camara can't do much from the bottom here.
Camara controls the position for a moment.
Hirsch controlling from side mount. #T6#
Camara regains half guard.
Hirsch trying to control from half guard but Camara is working away.
Hirsch controlling the action here. #T7#
Camara is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Hirsch is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Camara tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position. #T8#
Camara wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Camara is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hirsch is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Camara stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Camara manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (8) Hirsch
Hirsch trying to control but Camara postures up.
Camara stalling. #T9#
Hirsch wants to control but Camara passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (5) vs (8) Hirsch
Camara controls the position.
Hirsch tries to buck Camara off but Camara is having none of it.#SUB#
Camara is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hirsch has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here. #T10#
Camara has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +2 for reaching mount: Camara (7) vs (8) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Camara maintains control.
Camara wants to control the pace but Hirsch is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Camara swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hirsch is now in Camara's guard. A big mistake from Camara there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (7) vs (10) Hirsch#T11#
Camara seems keen to control Hirsch's posture.
Camara trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Camara trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
Camara seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T12#
Camara keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T13#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Camara holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Camara controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself. #T14#
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Camara trying to control the position here.
Camara trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Camara is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 10 to 7.
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 313 - Zulu vs Hirsch
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 26 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch forces Zulu back against the cage and clinches.
Zulu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hirsch is looking to take this one to the mat.
Zulu changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hirsch fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Hirsch tries to keep at a distance but Zulu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Zulu is trying to drag Hirsch to the mat but Hirsch just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zulu gets underhooks to prevent Hirsch's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Zulu has clasped his hands together around Hirsch's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hirsch will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zulu 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Zulu controlling the position from side mount. #T1#
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Zulu 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 Hirsch's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hirsch tries to bench press Zulu off him but Zulu keeps the position.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch holds on to Zulu's head and controls the position momentarily.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to control but Zulu manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (7) vs (0) Hirsch#T2#
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is riding his opponent, not letting Hirsch buck him off. #T3#
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Zulu controlling from the back.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
Zulu controls the position.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
#T5#
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Zulu really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.#T6#
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hirsch's body.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T7#
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Hirsch tries to buck him off.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Hirsch
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch postures up.
Zulu is pulling down on Hirsch's head to control his posture. #T8#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Hirsch being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to control.
#T9#
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (9) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch wants to control but Zulu passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (12) vs (2) Hirsch
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zulu slows the pace down. #T10#
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is letting Zulu control him for a moment.
Hirsch tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Hirsch wants to control but Zulu postures up.
Hirsch trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Zulu's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T11#
Zulu trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Zulu gets to mount! Hirsch was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (14) vs (2) Hirsch
Zulu controlling from mount.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.#T12#
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch holds of for dear life.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T13#
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (17) vs (2) Hirsch
Zulu controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Hirsch stops Zulu from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Hirsch wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (20) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu controlling from the back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 20 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaka Zulu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 312 - Lee vs Huhrera
Date: Jul 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Eyvind Skallagrimsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 26 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hirsch manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Skallagrimsson on his heels. He'll look to pass Skallagrimsson's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Skallagrimsson (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Skallagrimsson managing to control the position.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Skallagrimsson is keeping the position.
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Skallagrimsson (0) vs (5) Hirsch
Skallagrimsson wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Hirsch advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Skallagrimsson (0) vs (7) Hirsch#T1#
Hirsch moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Skallagrimsson (0) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Skallagrimsson tries to break free.
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Skallagrimsson from escaping the position.
Hirsch is not going to allow Skallagrimsson to sit and survive in this position.
Skallagrimsson can't escape the position.
Skallagrimsson is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch keeps control of the position easily here as Skallagrimsson tries to buck him off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
I really don't envy Skallagrimsson right now.
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch is hanging on to Skallagrimsson's back as he tries to escape.
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Skallagrimsson trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Hirsch is trying to stick to Skallagrimsson's back but Skallagrimsson is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Skallagrimsson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Skallagrimsson (2) vs (10) Hirsch#T3#
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Skallagrimsson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Skallagrimsson (2) vs (12) Hirsch#SUB#
Skallagrimsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Skallagrimsson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Skallagrimsson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Skallagrimsson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Hirsch passes Skallagrimsson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Skallagrimsson tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Skallagrimsson 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.
Skallagrimsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Skallagrimsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch not doing much here.
#T5#
Skallagrimsson is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Skallagrimsson defends it. #SUB#
Skallagrimsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Hirsch prevents Skallagrimsson from improving his position.
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Skallagrimsson (2) vs (15) Hirsch#T6#
Skallagrimsson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hirsch's best efforts.
Skallagrimsson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Skallagrimsson trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch not doing much here.
#SUB#
Skallagrimsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Skallagrimsson is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Skallagrimsson (2) vs (18) Hirsch#T7#
Skallagrimsson tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Skallagrimsson's face as Hirsch controls the position.
Skallagrimsson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Skallagrimsson tries to control but Hirsch manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Skallagrimsson (2) vs (21) Hirsch
Skallagrimsson is trying to break free.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T8#
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Skallagrimsson tries to break free.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Skallagrimsson buck him off.
Skallagrimsson trying to control but not successfully. #T9#
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Skallagrimsson from escaping the position.
Well, with Hirsch on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Skallagrimsson is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch is hanging on to Skallagrimsson's back as he tries to escape.
Skallagrimsson wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Hirsch controls the position.
Skallagrimsson rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
#T10#
I would not like to be Skallagrimsson right now.
Skallagrimsson is trying to break free.
Hirsch controlling the position well here. Skallagrimsson rolled but Hirsch kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Skallagrimsson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Skallagrimsson wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Skallagrimsson is trying to break free.
#T11#
Hirsch gets his hands free as Skallagrimsson looks to control.
Skallagrimsson tries to escape the position.
Skallagrimsson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Skallagrimsson tries to break free.
#T12#
Skallagrimsson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.
Skallagrimsson just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hirsch controlling the positon.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hirsch.#T13#
Skallagrimsson wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
What can Skallagrimsson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hirsch is not going to allow Skallagrimsson to sit and survive in this position.
Skallagrimsson tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
What can Skallagrimsson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Skallagrimsson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Skallagrimsson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Skallagrimsson is trying to break free.
#T14#
Hirsch avoiding Skallagrimsson 's attempts to control his hands.
Skallagrimsson wants to escape the position.
Skallagrimsson wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Skallagrimsson is in bad spot here.
Hirsch really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Skallagrimsson.
Skallagrimsson tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 21 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 311 - Trump vs Nickal
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 26 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 22 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Alexandre Firmino and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hirsch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Petersen
Hirsch trying to control the position but Petersen is working away.
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Petersen is looking to reverse the position.
Petersen keeps trying to improve his position.
Petersen seems a little lost for a moment, as Hirsch dominates the positioning.
Petersen gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen trying to control here.
#T1#
Petersen is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Hirsch is staying active.
Petersen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Petersen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Petersen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hirsch being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Petersen seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Petersen for as long as he can get away with.
Petersen trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Petersen has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Petersen being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch continues to stall.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Petersen is retaining full guard.
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Petersen has control of Hirsch's left arm, preventing Hirsch from doing any damage. #T5#
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Petersen trying to control the position here.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T6#
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen looking to control but Hirsch passes into half guard.
#T7#
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
More hug and hope from Hirsch.
Petersen won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
Petersen trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch prevents Petersen from improving his position.
Petersen keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T8#
Hirsch is thwarting Petersen's attempts to control the position.
Petersen won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
Hirsch passes into side control, despite Petersen's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (7) vs (0) Petersen
Petersen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Petersen is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T9#
Petersen is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Petersen moves into full guard.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Petersen trying to control the position here.
Petersen being controlled here, momentarily.
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage. #T11#
Hirsch won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Petersen is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Petersen
Hirsch controlling Petersen's posture. #T12##SUB#
Hirsch looking for a guillotine here but Petersen defends easily.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch pulls Petersen in to control the position. #SUB#
Hirsch is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Petersen is aware though and is defending well.
Petersen won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here. #T13#
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch 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.#T14##SUB#
Hirsch has his foot on Petersen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petersen works his way back into a safe position though.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Petersen looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for a guillotine here but Petersen defends easily.
Petersen 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, 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.
In defeat, Conald Petersen stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
CWC 310 - ALL OUT WAR
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 25 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Hirsch closes the distance and clinches.
Camara drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Camara works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Camara from controlling successfully.
Camara pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Hirsch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Camara postures up. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a triangle here but Camara uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (5) vs (0) Hirsch
Camara controlling the position from side mount.
Camara tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Camara is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Camara has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (8) vs (0) Hirsch#T3#
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Camara wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch prevents Camara from moving into mount.
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
Camara trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Camara gets to mount! Hirsch was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Camara (10) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is squirming around, avoiding Camara's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Camara moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Camara (13) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is really stuck here.
Camara avoiding Hirsch 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Camara is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hirsch is defending well though. Camara let's go of the attempt for now.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T6#
Camara trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Camara gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
Camara trying to control momentarily.
Hirsch manages to reverse the position and now he's in Camara's guard. Nice work there by Hirsch.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (13) vs (2) Hirsch#T7#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Camara is retaining full guard.
Hirsch trying to control but Camara is working from the bottom.
Camara working a defensive guard but Hirsch manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (13) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch trying to control the position but Camara is working away.
Hirsch gets to mount! Camara was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Camara (13) vs (7) Hirsch#T8#
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Camara is looking to escape.
Camara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Camara gets back to half guard.
Camara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Camara moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Camara manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hirsch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (15) vs (7) Hirsch
Hirsch looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Camara puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Camara is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch is refusing to be controlled, as Camara sits in half guard. #T10#
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Camara is very close to passing his half guard.
Camara seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Camara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T11#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Camara has control of the leg.
Camara controlling the action here.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
#T12#
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camara is one step ahead there.
Camara content to stall in guard here.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Camara from controlling successfully. #T13#
Hirsch is trying to keep Camara in close.
Camara wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T14##SUB2#
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Camara defends it easily.
Camara pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Camara trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara being controlled here momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara takes the fight on points by 15 to 7.
Abubakar Camara retains his heavyweight title!
A victorious Abubakar Camara thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 309 - Steel vs Pavlov
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 25 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 28 losses; David Allan Coe!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, John Roberts and John Kavanagh.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hirsch scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Coe
Coe is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Coe is defending well.
Coe is looking to improve his position.
Coe regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Coe.
Hirsch might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Coe is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Coe#T1#
Hirsch takes a little break here. Coe wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Coe denies him.
Coe is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Coe trying to remain calm as Hirsch controls from the top position.
Coe tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch taking a breather here. #T3#
Coe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Coe wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Coe is looking for a sweep.
Coe can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Hirsch tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Coe wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Coe is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Coe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Coe wants to get back to full guard.#T5#
Coe trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
#SUB2#
Coe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Coe wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch stalling. #T6#
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but Coe defending well.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Coe is trying to control but can't.
#T7#
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Coe is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Coe
Hirsch gets to mount! Coe was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (10) vs (0) Coe
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T8#
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Coe is looking to escape.
Coe keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Coe keeps trying to improve his position.
Coe is still trying to improve position.
Coe bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Coe#T9#
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Coe pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Coe postures up.
Coe trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hirsch throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Coe escapes and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (10) vs (5) Coe
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Coe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T10#
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Coe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working. #SUB2#
Coe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Coe is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Coe tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T11#
Coe trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to bench press Coe off him but Coe keeps the position.
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Coe's best efforts.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Coe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Coe stalling.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T12#
Hirsch is looking to control Coe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Coe is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it.
Coe is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Coe is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hirsch keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.#T13##SUB#
Hirsch working for a triangle but Coe defends it easily.
Coe looking to sit in guard and control but Hirsch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (12) vs (5) Coe
Coe pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Coe manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (12) vs (7) Coe
My spies in Far-Q Fight Club inform me that Coe has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Coe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Coe pushes down on Hirsch's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Coe prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#SUB2#
Coe is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Coe is very close to passing his half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 12 to 7.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 308 - Steel vs Mondragon
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 13 losses; Jack Blood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 25 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Blood moves into the clinch successfully.
Blood is pressed up against the cage. Hirsch has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Blood down to the mat. Blood avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Blood shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hirsch is trying to defend but Blood finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blood (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Blood's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Blood's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blood (2) vs (4) Hirsch
Blood rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch not doing much here.
Blood tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch controlling the pace. #T1#
Blood is trying is best to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blood trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Blood is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Blood is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Nap or Tap, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Blood is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Blood moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Blood working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Blood is retaining full guard. #T3#
Hirsch is fighting to break Blood's control of his arms but Blood is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Blood keeps moving. #SUB#
Blood working for submissions but it's allowed Hirsch to get to half guard.
Blood trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is pressing down on Blood's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blood is holding on for now. #T4#
Blood tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but Blood defending well.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5#
Hirsch is pressing down on Blood's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blood is holding on for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Blood wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Blood is working from the bottom. #T6#
Blood wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blood wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Blood tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T7#
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Blood defends it.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Blood trying to control from the bottom.
Blood is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Blood trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blood knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch is stalling here. Blood is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hirsch seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Blood has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blood (6) vs (4) Hirsch
Blood is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9##SUB#
Blood is trying to get an arm triangle but Hirsch is defending well.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
Blood trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Hirsch is pressing down on Blood's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Blood thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hirsch is trying to keep Blood in close.
#T10#
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blood's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blood (6) vs (6) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Blood is retaining full guard.
Blood controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself. #SUB#
Blood working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard. #T11#
Hirsch stands and throws Blood's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blood (6) vs (9) Hirsch
Hirsch trying to control the action but Blood is working from the bottom. #T12#
Blood gets back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Blood is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Blood tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.#T13#
Hirsch perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Blood is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blood avoid being mounted?
Blood is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Blood is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Blood has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blood (6) vs (12) Hirsch
Hirsch is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Blood is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 12 to 6.
An out of breath Harry Hirsch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 307 - Ziyaeddin vs Diesel
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 25 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 23 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Patrick Alders and Albert Achterberg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Pripyat gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Pripyat
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Pripyat working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pripyat swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pripyat is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Pripyat
Pripyat wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Pripyat controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Hirsch has control of Pripyat's left arm, preventing Pripyat from doing any damage.
Pripyat trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pripyat working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Pripyat postures up.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Pripyat tries to pass.
Pripyat is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Pripyat is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Hirsch is really struggling to control Pripyat but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Pripyat tries to pass.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Pripyat is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Pripyat 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.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Pripyat
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pripyat is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Pripyat has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (6) Pripyat#T5#
Hirsch is looking to improve his position but Pripyat isn't that keen on the idea.
Pripyat wants to control the pace but Hirsch is squirming around nicely.
Hirsch is trying to escape the mount.
Pripyat trying to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.#T6#
Pripyat trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hirsch wants to hold on but Pripyat pushes him away.
Hirsch is desperately trying to improve his position but Pripyat has a good base and remains in mount.
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Pripyat passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (9) Pripyat
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Hirsch tries to control but Pripyat manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (12) Pripyat#SUB2#
Pripyat is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hirsch knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hirsch for a finish. #T7#
Pripyat trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pripyat controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Hirsch is having to fend off submission attempts from Pripyat, who is looking to sink in the choke. Pripyat doesn't have the hooks in though and Hirsch manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (12) Pripyat
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T8#
Hirsch passes into half guard.
Pripyat trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pripyat manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pripyat working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch 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. #T9#
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Pripyat keeps moving.
Pripyat has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hirsch has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (12) Pripyat
Pripyat being controlled for a moment.
Pripyat is looking to reverse the position.#T10#
Pripyat is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Pripyat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pripyat is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (12) vs (12) Pripyat#T11#
Hirsch 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 Pripyat's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pripyat tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch gets to mount! Pripyat was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (14) vs (12) Pripyat
Pripyat is trying desperately to improve position.
Pripyat is trying to escape the mount but Hirsch keeps good control and instead manages to take Pripyat's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (17) vs (12) Pripyat
Pripyat tries to break free.
Good control from Hirsch.#T12#
Hirsch wants to control but Pripyat is keeping busy.
Pripyat trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Pripyat is trying to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Pripyat is in bad spot here.
#T13#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
You can see the frustration on Pripyat's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Pripyat looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
Hirsch controlling from the back.#T14#
Hirsch has the hooks in. Pripyat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pripyat prevents Hirsch from getting a body triangle.
Pripyat is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Pripyat trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks.
I would not like to be Pripyat right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pripyat just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Pripyat from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 17 to 12.
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 306 - Sparxx vs Zulu
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 24 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 19 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Radbod Blank and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch shoots in looking for a takedown. Petersen tries to sprawl out of it but Hirsch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Petersen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Petersen drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Petersen passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Petersen
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Petersen controls the position.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Petersen keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Petersen's best efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Petersen has control of the leg.
Hirsch controlling the position for now.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Petersen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Petersen controlling the action here.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Petersen with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Hirsch trying to control but Petersen postures up.
Petersen content to control rather than advance.
Petersen is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Petersen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Petersen is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Petersen is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Petersen is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Petersen seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Petersen has control of the leg.
Petersen uses his free foot to push down on Hirsch's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hirsch. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (8) Petersen
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen controlling the pace for now.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Petersen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Petersen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hirsch is looking to escape.
Petersen controlling the pace for now.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Petersen postures up.
Petersen takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (11) Petersen#T5#
Hirsch tries to break free.
Petersen really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.#SUB2#
Petersen looking for the choke but no joy.
Petersen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hirsch doesn't escape.
Petersen gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
Petersen biding his time, controlling Hirsch. #T6#
Let's hope that Petersen 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.
Will Petersen go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Petersen tries to keep control of the position but Hirsch is staying busy.
Hirsch just trying to survive but Petersen is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch tries to break free.
#T7#
Hirsch is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
A lull in the action here.
Petersen is trying to control but Hirsch is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Hirsch wants to hold on but Petersen pushes him away.
Petersen takes Hirsch's back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (14) Petersen
Petersen has the hooks in. Hirsch is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Petersen keeps control of the position easily here as Hirsch tries to buck him off.
Petersen keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
Petersen keeps control of the position easily here as Hirsch tries to buck him off.
#T8#
It looks like Petersen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Petersen avoiding Hirsch 's attempts to control his hands.
Hirsch manages to reverse the position and now he's in Petersen's guard. Nice work there by Hirsch.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (14) Petersen
Petersen has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Petersen is controlling Hirsch's posture.
Petersen trying to control the position.
Petersen pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Petersen.
Petersen has his hands on Hirsch's head, controlling the position. #T10#
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Petersen working a defensive guard but Hirsch passes into half guard.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Petersen 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.
Petersen wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T11#
Petersen is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Petersen tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Petersen trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Petersen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T12#
Petersen being controlled here, momentarily.
Petersen is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Petersen is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
#T13#
Petersen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (14) Petersen
Petersen is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Petersen is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Petersen trying his best to control but Hirsch has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (14) Petersen#T14#
Petersen is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Petersen really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Petersen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Petersen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (7) vs (18) Petersen
Petersen tries to keep control of the position but Hirsch is staying busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen controlling the position well here. Hirsch rolled but Petersen kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen wins on points by 18 to 7.
An out of breath Conald Petersen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 305 - Las Vegas
Date: May 22, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 23 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 20 losses; Kurt Diesel!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Daniel Franklin and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch goes for a double leg but Diesel avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Diesel continues to drive forward.
Diesel is working for takedown but Hirsch is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Diesel lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Diesel
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Diesel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Diesel is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Hirsch won't allow Diesel to pass to mount.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Diesel is controlling well.
Hirsch is positioning himself well to prevent Diesel advancing to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Diesel pushes his legs off easily.
Diesel stays in close to Hirsch's body and controls the position. #T1#
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Diesel stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch working a defensive guard but Diesel passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but Diesel has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Diesel
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Hirsch 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Diesel wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch trying to remain calm as Diesel controls from the top position.#T3#
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch is pulling down on Diesel's head. It's preventing any offense from Diesel, at least for the moment.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Diesel manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) Diesel
Diesel has control of Hirsch's left arm, preventing Hirsch from doing any damage.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Diesel controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Diesel keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass. #T5#
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Diesel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T6##SUB2#
Diesel looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Diesel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hirsch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Diesel
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Diesel pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
#T7#
Diesel showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Diesel stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch controls Diesel momentarily but Diesel frees himself.
Diesel is pushing down on Hirsch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hirsch is fighting to maintain full guard but Diesel has managed to sneak the leg through.#T8#
Hirsch trying to hold on to Diesel's head to control him but Diesel postures up.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Diesel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Diesel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (10) Diesel
Hirsch tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hirsch is in all sorts of trouble here.
Diesel wants to take his opponent's back but Hirsch doesn't allow it.
Hirsch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Hirsch tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel wants to take Hirsch's back here but Hirsch is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position but Diesel isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch has a hand on Diesel's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Diesel takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (13) Diesel#T10#
Hirsch tries to hold on but Diesel postures up.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Diesel postures up.
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Diesel maintains control.
Diesel trying to control but Hirsch is having none of it. #T11##SUB2#
Diesel goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (13) Diesel
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Diesel is looking for a triangle here but Hirsch uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (7) vs (13) Diesel#T12#
A lull in the action here.#T13#
Diesel is trying to improve his position.
Well,Hirsch is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Hirsch controlling the position.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Diesel is working away.
Diesel manages to get back to half guard.#T14#
Diesel trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Diesel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
Diesel is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Diesel wins on points by 13 to 7.
Kurt Diesel is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Kurt Diesel made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 304 - Silva Jr vs Sparxx
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 23 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 7 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Merlin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Merlin
Merlin won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Merlin looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Merlin is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Merlin wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch controls Merlin momentarily but Merlin frees himself.
Merlin controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch looking to control.
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Merlin 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.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Merlin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Merlin
Merlin wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
#T2#
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch 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.
Merlin wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Merlin is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch not doing much here.
Hirsch prevents Merlin from improving his position.#T3#
Merlin trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Merlin wants to control the action here but instead Hirsch manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Merlin
Merlin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
Merlin wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Merlin#T4#
Merlin tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Merlin trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Merlin tries to break free.
#T5#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Merlin is trying to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Merlin tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
#T6#
Hirsch is trying to stick to Merlin's back but Merlin is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Merlin. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (4) Merlin
Hirsch controlling the position.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (4) Merlin
Merlin controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Merlin wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment. #T7#
Merlin keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Merlin is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Merlin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.#SUB2#
Merlin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Merlin has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hirsch has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (4) Merlin
You can see the frustration on Merlin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
The referee asks Hirsch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hirsch prefers to stall for the moment though.
Merlin is looking for a sweep.
Merlin tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (15) vs (4) Merlin
Merlin tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (18) vs (4) Merlin
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Merlin doesn't escape.
Merlin is really stuck here.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Merlin.
Merlin trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him. #T9#
What can Merlin do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Merlin is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hirsch gets his hands free as Merlin looks to control.
Merlin is trying to break free.
#T10#
Merlin turns into Hirsch and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (18) vs (6) Merlin
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (20) vs (6) Merlin
Hirsch forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Merlin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Merlin is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Merlin trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Merlin 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.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hirsch.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T12#
Hirsch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Merlin is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Merlin trying to control here.
Merlin is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Merlin tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hirsch has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (23) vs (6) Merlin#T13#
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Merlin working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch fails to move to back control.
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T14#
Merlin is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 23 to 6.
Harry Hirsch retains his super heavyweight title!
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 303 - Priest vs Jackson
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 23 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 20 losses; Joe Average!
The judges for this bout are Igor Prikhodko, Fedor Mirinova and Viktor Lagutenko.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Average shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hirsch as he avoids it easily.
Average shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hirsch sprawls well. Hirsch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Average gets slowly back to his feet.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Average tries to avoid it but Hirsch manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Average to the ground. Average escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Hirsch changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Average looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Average
Average trying his best to control but Hirsch has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (6) vs (0) Average
Average tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Average is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Average is trying desperately to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T1#
Average is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Average for as long as he can get away with.
Average tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Hirsch seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Average is holding on tight.
Average is trying to escape the mount.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Average to control.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Average tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hirsch trying to control but Average is having none of it.
Average tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away. #T3#
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Average can't escape the position.
Average regains half guard.
Average is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Average is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Average is retaining full guard. #T4#
Average looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Average is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (2) Average
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Average controlling from the top position.
Average is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch has his hands on Average's head, controlling the position.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T5#
Average stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Average controlling from the top position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Average tries to pass.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Average sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Average stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Average wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Average wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Average looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Average
Our spies down at at kill or be killed F boring Fights inform us that Average has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Average seems keen to control Hirsch's posture.#T7##SUB2#
Average has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Average escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Average looking for subs off his back but Hirsch has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but Average defending well.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T8#
Average wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Average actively working from the bottom here.
Average is trying to get back to full guard.
Average keeps trying to improve his position.
Average trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
#T9##SUB2#
Average looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Average
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Average is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T10#
Hirsch wants to take Average's back here but Average is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Average is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch trying to control but Average is having none of it.
Hirsch fails to move to back control.
Average is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Average has given up his back. Will we see Hirsch going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (14) vs (2) Average
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Average wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Average can't escape the position.
Hirsch controlling the position well here. Average rolled but Hirsch kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Average manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hirsch's guard. Nice work there by Average.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (14) vs (4) Average#T12#
Hirsch controlling Average's posture.
Average is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Hirsch continues to stall.
Average stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Average won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Average's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (16) vs (4) Average#T13#
Average looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Average is retaining full guard.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Average looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
#T14#
Average trying to control the position.
Hirsch sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Average's guard.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Average is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Average won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
Harry Hirsch retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath Harry Hirsch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 302 - Priest vs Bangsit
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 13 losses; Marcinho Sitsongrit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 23 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Russell Pearce and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Sitsongrit tries to sprawl but Hirsch drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sitsongrit (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Sitsongrit wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sitsongrit (0) vs (5) Hirsch
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch controlling from side mount.
Sitsongrit is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hirsch off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sitsongrit (4) vs (5) Hirsch
Sitsongrit struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch wants to escape the position.
I would not like to be Hirsch right now.
Sitsongrit is hanging on to Hirsch's back as he tries to escape.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Sitsongrit tries to get the hooks in deep but Hirsch pushed the leg off.
Sitsongrit controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Hirsch rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Sitsongrit is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Sitsongrit's head to control him but Sitsongrit postures up.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Sitsongrit is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sitsongrit looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Sitsongrit stalling.
Sitsongrit is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Sitsongrit is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Sitsongrit has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sitsongrit (7) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Sitsongrit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working. #T3#
Hirsch prevents Sitsongrit from improving position.
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch is not content to let Sitsongrit control the position.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch controls the position for a moment.
Sitsongrit in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4#
Hirsch tries to bench press Sitsongrit off him but Sitsongrit keeps the position.
Sitsongrit 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 Hirsch's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Sitsongrit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is looking to reverse the position.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Sitsongrit trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sitsongrit off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sitsongrit (7) vs (9) Hirsch
Sitsongrit is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Sitsongrit Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Sitsongrit wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.#T6#
Sitsongrit tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Sitsongrit tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sitsongrit tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sitsongrit tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sitsongrit regains half guard.#T7#
Sitsongrit trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sitsongrit (7) vs (12) Hirsch
Sitsongrit is looking to reverse the position.
Hirsch 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 Sitsongrit's shoulder. That is not cool.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hirsch.#T8#
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep.
Sitsongrit regains half guard.
Hirsch stalling. #T9##SUB#
Sitsongrit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sitsongrit (7) vs (15) Hirsch
The referee asks Hirsch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hirsch prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hirsch moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sitsongrit (7) vs (17) Hirsch
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Sitsongrit is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.#T11#
Sitsongrit manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sitsongrit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T12#
Hirsch prevents Sitsongrit from improving his position.#SUB#
Sitsongrit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T13#
Hirsch stalling.
Sitsongrit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sitsongrit working a defensive guard here.
#T14##SUB#
Sitsongrit looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
Sitsongrit is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Sitsongrit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hirsch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hirsch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 17 to 7.
Harry Hirsch is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 301 -Jackson vs Sitsongrit
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Jack Blood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 22 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Stewart Dunkirk and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Blood looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blood (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blood defends it easily.
Blood is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Blood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Blood from controlling successfully.
Blood won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here. #T1#
Blood wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blood sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Hirsch has his foot on Blood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blood works his way back into a safe position though.
Blood 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.
Blood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blood stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Blood is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Blood tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blood (2) vs (2) Hirsch#T2#
Blood controlling Hirsch's posture.
Blood can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.#T3#
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is pushing down on Blood's leg trying to pass to half guard. Blood is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Blood tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T4#
Hirsch stalling.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Blood won't allow it.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.#T5#
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T6#
Blood controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T7#
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blood knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Blood tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Blood desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T8#
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Blood is defending the position.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T9#
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Blood defends it.
Hirsch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Blood is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Hirsch is thwarting Blood's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blood knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch is keen to just control but Blood is a slippery customer.#T11#
Blood is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Blood gets back to full guard.
Blood being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blood is keeping the position for now. #T12#
Blood is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Blood is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blood (4) vs (2) Hirsch
Blood trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blood postures up.
#T13#
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Blood passes Hirsch's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hirsch is looking to control Blood's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Blood has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Hirsch defend it? Blood steps over the head and cranks it - Hirsch is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Blood!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jack Blood!
A relieved looking Jack Blood thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 22 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 12 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Silva Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hirsch tries to avoid it but Silva Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hirsch to the ground. Hirsch escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hirsch stuffs the takedown attempt from Silva Jr. Silva Jr gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Hirsch shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Silva Jr
Hirsch controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hirsch is thwarting Silva Jr's attempts to control the position.
Silva Jr trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Silva Jr
Silva Jr is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Silva Jr has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch is trying to take his opponent's back.
Silva Jr can't escape the position.
Silva Jr has given up his back. Will we see Hirsch going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Silva Jr#T3#
Silva Jr trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
I would not like to be Silva Jr right now.
Silva Jr is in bad spot here.
Hirsch has good solid back control here. #T4#
Silva Jr trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Hirsch just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T5#
Silva Jr looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T6#
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Silva Jr wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Hirsch is hanging on to Silva Jr's back as he tries to escape.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Silva Jr buck him off.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Silva Jr for as long as he can get away with.#T7#
Hirsch tries to keep control of the position but Silva Jr is staying busy.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
Silva Jr is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Silva Jr trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks. #T8#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Silva Jr prevents Hirsch from getting a body triangle.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Silva Jr buck him off. #T9#
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Silva Jr wants to escape the position.
Hirsch keeps control of the position easily here as Silva Jr tries to buck him off.
#T10#
Silva Jr just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hirsch trying to control momentarily.
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
Silva Jr looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
#T11#
Silva Jr is really stuck here.
Hirsch controls the action.
Silva Jr breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Silva Jr
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Silva Jr from controlling successfully.
Silva Jr looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Silva Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Silva Jr controlling him for the moment. #T13##SUB#
Silva Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Silva Jr defends it easily.
Silva Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Silva Jr from controlling successfully.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silva Jr is one step ahead there. #T14#
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Silva Jr tries to pass.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silva Jr is one step ahead there.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Silva Jr's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Silva Jr
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Rich Silva Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 299 - Halli vs Pavlov
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 18 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 21 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Steve Montenegro and Dean Styles.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Lo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch wants to control but Lo is keeping busy.
Hirsch is pressing down on Lo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lo preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Hirsch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lo slips nicely into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Lo'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.
Lo prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#T1#
Lo passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (5) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch regains half guard.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Lo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lo defends well.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Lo controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Lo tries to pass.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Lo tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lo is one step ahead there. #T4#
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
Hirsch pulls Lo in close to his closed guard and prevents Lo from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Hirsch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lo is one step ahead there.
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
#T5#
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lo sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch looking to control.
Lo won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Lo being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch controls Lo momentarily but Lo frees himself. #T6##SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lo trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Lo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T7#
Lo won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Lo passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Lo postures up.
Lo stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.#SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lo defends well.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but instead Lo has moved into half guard.
#T8#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Lo has control of the leg.
Hirsch keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Lo trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9#
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is looking to sweep but instead, Lo has passed into half guard.
Lo controlling the action here.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Lo keeps him under control.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Lo has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (8) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch being controlled for a moment.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T10#
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Lo is controlling well.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
#T11#
Hirsch is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Hirsch has his foot on Lo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lo works his way back into a safe position though.
Hirsch pulls Lo in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Lo passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (11) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to improve his position but Lo isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T12#
Lo content just to control the position here.
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Lo maintains control.
Hirsch tries to lock up and control but Lo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Hirsch tries to improve his position but instead Lo has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Lo (14) vs (0) Hirsch
Lo is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the hands but Lo breaks the grip. #T14#
Hirsch tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Lo controlling the positon.
Hirsch tries to escape but Lo has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hirsch is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Lo.
Lo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch just trying to survive but Lo is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lo takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
Leandro Lo retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
CWC 298 - Jackson vs Jones
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 29 losses; Maxim Bok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 21 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Bok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bok (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bok is working away from the top position though.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch has a hand on Bok's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bok takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Bok (5) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (5) vs (2) Hirsch
Bok wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Bok wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Bok looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hirsch 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.
I've been told that Hirsch has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Bok tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Bok (5) vs (5) Hirsch#T2#
Bok is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch happy to just control the position for now.
Bok prevents Hirsch from moving into mount.
Bok is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bok might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hirsch is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bok will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bok keeps working.
Bok is looking for a sweep.
Bok is working hard here to advance position.
Bok is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hirsch off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bok (9) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hirsch breaks Bok's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (9) vs (7) Hirsch
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bok, not yet.
Bok seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T4##SUB#
Bok has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Bok (9) vs (10) Hirsch
Bok is looking for a sweep.
Bok is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bok (9) vs (12) Hirsch
Bok tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bok is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Bok (9) vs (15) Hirsch
Hirsch is not going to allow Bok to sit and survive in this position.
Bok prevents Hirsch from getting a body triangle.#T5#
Bok is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Bok tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bok tries to improve his position but instead Hirsch has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bok (9) vs (18) Hirsch
Hirsch is trying to stick to Bok's back but Bok is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bok. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (11) vs (18) Hirsch
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bok is one step ahead there.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Bok postures up. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Bok pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T6#
Bok advances to half guard.
Bok wants to pass to mount but Hirsch is defending the position.
Hirsch trying to control here.
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Bok from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Bok sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Hirsch doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Bok 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 Hirsch - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 297 - Camara vs Hirsch
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 20 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Camara closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hirsch did well to prevent Camara getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Camara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.
Camara performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Camara is controlling well.
#T1#
Camara not doing much here.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Camara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch is trying is best to control the position here.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Camara has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (5) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T2#
Camara in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camara's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Camara off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Camara (5) vs (4) Hirsch
Camara tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3#
Hirsch controls the action.
Camara wants to escape the position.
Camara rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Camara slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch passes into half guard. #T4#
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Camara is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Convicted Fight Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Camara is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Camara defends it.
Camara tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T5#
Camara holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Camara won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Camara trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Camara is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Camara (9) vs (4) Hirsch#T6#
Hirsch tries to break free.
Hirsch breaks Camara's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (9) vs (6) Hirsch
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Camara trying to control the position.
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hirsch won't allow Camara to sweep him here. #T7#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Camara is retaining full guard.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Camara is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Camara wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Camara is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Camara is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hirsch preventing the sweep. #T9#
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Camara is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Camara being controlled here, momentarily.
Camara is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (11) vs (6) Hirsch
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
#T10#
Camara wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Camara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch wants to control but Camara is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Camara slows the pace down in half guard.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch wants to control but Camara is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
Camara looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Camara seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Camara prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch wants to control but Camara is keeping busy.
Camara wants to free his trapped foot but Hirsch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hirsch is staying active underneath Camara, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T12#
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but Camara has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (14) vs (6) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Camara off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Camara (14) vs (10) Hirsch
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
Camara tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Camara tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Camara doesn't allow it.
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Camara is looking to escape.
Camara stops Hirsch from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T14#
Camara is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is looking to work his way around to Camara's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara takes the fight on points by 14 to 10.
Abubakar Camara retains his heavyweight title!
A victorious Abubakar Camara thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 296 - Camara vs Silva Jr 2
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Galtero El Toro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 20 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hirsch shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. El Toro manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: El Toro (0) vs (2) Hirsch
El Toro controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
El Toro seems keen to control Hirsch's posture.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
El Toro 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.
Hirsch controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Hirsch passes El Toro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch controlling the action here.
El Toro is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
El Toro's coaches at Nap or Tap have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2#
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: El Toro (0) vs (5) Hirsch
El Toro is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
El Toro tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
El Toro tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.#T3#
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but El Toro denies him.
Hirsch controlling from side mount.
Hirsch tries to move to mount but El Toro blocks the move with his legs.
El Toro is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it. #T4#
Hirsch is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt El Toro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
El Toro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hirsch presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: El Toro (0) vs (7) Hirsch
Hirsch controlling from the full mount. #T5#
El Toro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
El Toro is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
El Toro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T6#
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
El Toro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T7#
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch tries to control but El Toro wriggling away.
El Toro is working to get back to half guard.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but El Toro doesn't allow it.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Hirsch wants to control but El Toro has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #T9#
El Toro wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: El Toro (0) vs (10) Hirsch
El Toro is looking for a sweep.
El Toro gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
El Toro wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch controlling the action here. #T10#
El Toro wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
El Toro trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
El Toro wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T11#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but El Toro defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
El Toro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch trying to control the pace. #T12#
El Toro is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can El Toro avoid being mounted?
El Toro is positioning himself well to prevent Hirsch advancing to mount.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T13#
El Toro keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
El Toro has his hands clasped together around Hirsch's back. He's all about the action.
El Toro is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T14#
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
El Toro is looking to improve his position.
El Toro is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
El Toro wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 10 to 0.
Harry Hirsch thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 295 Jackson vs Dravezesdi
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 20 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 17 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Anni Minnemäki.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Pripyat gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hirsch 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.
Pripyat is looking for a takedown.
Pripyat prevents the takedown attempt.
Hirsch wants to take the fight to the mat but Pripyat manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hirsch goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pripyat prevents it.
Hirsch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pripyat after a bit of a struggle.
Pripyat gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hirsch.
Pripyat is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hirsch has Pripyat pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Pripyat manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Pripyat is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Hirsch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Pripyat pulls his leg out and moves away.
Pripyat shoots in for a double leg but Hirsch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Pripyat instigates a clinch.
Pripyat has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hirsch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1#
Hirsch is looking for a takedown.
Pripyat has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hirsch after a bit of a struggle.
Pripyat gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch wants a takedown but no success here.
Pripyat is pressed up against the cage. Hirsch has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Pripyat down to the mat. Pripyat avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
Pripyat shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hirsch manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Pripyat
Pripyat passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Pripyat wants to work for an arm triangle but Hirsch is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pripyat controlling the action here. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for subs from the bottom but Pripyat mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Pripyat#T2#
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) Pripyat
Pripyat pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pripyat working a defensive guard here.
Pripyat wants to control the position but Hirsch says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Pripyat tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pripyat preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T4#
Pripyat trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Pripyat won't allow it.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pripyat wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T5#
Pripyat is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pripyat avoid being mounted?
Pripyat gets full guard.
Hirsch preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Pripyat is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.#T6#
Pripyat working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch pushes down on Pripyat's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pripyat does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pripyat moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pripyat is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
#T7#
Pripyat is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pripyat swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Pripyat has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Pripyat is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T8##SUB2#
Pripyat is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hirsch postures up.
Pripyat being controlled here, momentarily.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Pripyat.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Pripyat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Pripyat wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pripyat trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions off his back.#T10#
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Pripyat won't allow it.
Pripyat wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (5) Pripyat
Pripyat wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully. #T11#
Pripyat keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hirsch is trying to control here but Pripyat has managed to regain half guard.
#T12#
Hirsch not doing much here.
Pripyat gets back to full guard.
Pripyat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pripyat holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T13#
Pripyat controlling the position.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (5) Pripyat
Pripyat is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
A lull in the action here as Hirsch stalls from top position.#T14#
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Pripyat is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pripyat wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pripyat is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pripyat avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 294 - Dravezesdi v Ribbler
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 19 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Aafke Stam and Daniel Blasius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Camara prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Camara lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Camara
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camara performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch wants to control but Camara is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch controlling the position well.
Hirsch trying to control here.
#T1#
Camara content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch trying to get back to full guard but Camara takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Camara
Camara controlling his opponent.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T2#
Camara controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch prevents Camara from taking his back.
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Camara trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Camara is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is doing well to control the position and prevent Camara from advancing to side control.#T3#
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Camara not doing much here.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Camara is controlling well.
Hirsch wants to control the action here but instead Camara manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (8) Camara
Hirsch is controlling an arm, preventing Camara from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Camara looking to control but Hirsch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Camara seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hirsch is holding on tight.
Camara can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hirsch is looking to escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Camara pushes him away. #T5#
Hirsch is trying to escape the mount.
Camara is looking to work his way around to Hirsch's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Camara controlling from the full mount.
Camara tries to control but Hirsch wriggling away.
Camara sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
#T6#
Camara trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hirsch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Camara content just to control the position here.
Hirsch working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch wants to hold on but Camara pushes him away.#T7#
Camara controlling from the full mount.
Hirsch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Camara controlling the pace for now.
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Camara maintains control.
Camara controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Camara postures up.
Camara controlling from mount. #T8#
Hirsch is trying to escape the mount but Camara keeps good control and instead manages to take Hirsch's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (11) Camara
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Camara keeps control of the position.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Camara biding his time, controlling Hirsch.
Hirsch is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T9#
Hirsch wants to control his opponent's hands but Camara gets his hands free.
Hirsch turns into Camara and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (11) Camara
Camara trying to control the position.
Camara wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment. #T10#
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Camara looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hirsch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Camara wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T11#
Camara is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Camara holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hirsch works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (11) Camara#T12#
Hirsch controlling the position easily from mount.
Camara is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Hirsch prevents Camara from getting the reversal.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Camara working to try and regain half guard.
#T14#
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (11) Camara
What can Camara do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hirsch is hanging on to Camara's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara wins on points by 11 to 8.
Abubakar Camara is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Abubakar Camara thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 293 - Pavlov vs Silva Jr
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 19 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 2 losses; Galtero El Toro!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, John Kavanagh and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch goes for a double leg but El Toro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as El Toro continues to drive forward.#TD#
Hirsch has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed El Toro clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) El Toro
El Toro wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
El Toro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
El Toro looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Hirsch pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (7) vs (0) El Toro
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro is controlling an arm, preventing Hirsch from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hirsch prevents El Toro from getting the reversal.#T1#
El Toro tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but El Toro doesn't allow it.
El Toro has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (10) vs (0) El Toro
Hirsch has the hooks in. El Toro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
El Toro trying to control the hands but Hirsch breaks the grip. #T2#
Hirsch controlling well, preventing El Toro from escaping the position.
El Toro trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
El Toro tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
I would not like to be El Toro right now.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down El Toro for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
El Toro trying to control the hands but Hirsch breaks the grip.
I would not like to be El Toro right now.
El Toro trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks.
Hirsch controls the position.#T4#
El Toro looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
El Toro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
El Toro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (0) El Toro#T5#
El Toro is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Hirsch controls the position.
Hirsch working away.
Hirsch takes a little break here. El Toro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hirsch tries to move to mount but El Toro blocks the move with his legs.
El Toro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) El Toro#T6#
El Toro is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
El Toro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
El Toro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
El Toro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
El Toro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
El Toro wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T7#
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. El Toro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (2) El Toro
El Toro keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass. #T8#
El Toro wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for El Toro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (18) vs (2) El Toro
El Toro is trying desperately to improve position.
El Toro tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but El Toro is squirming around nicely.
El Toro is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (21) vs (2) El Toro#T9#
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and El Toro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (21) vs (4) El Toro
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is adopting a defensive guard.
El Toro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch continues to stall.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing El Toro from controlling successfully. #T10#
El Toro won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
El Toro wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing El Toro from controlling successfully.
El Toro stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.#T11#
El Toro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch trying to control the position here.
El Toro wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (23) vs (4) El Toro
The fighters are battling for position here. El Toro manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T12#
El Toro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.#T13#
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
El Toro is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but El Toro is having none of it.
El Toro won't allow Hirsch to pass to mount. #T14#
Hirsch prevents El Toro from improving his position.
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
El Toro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
El Toro moves into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 23 to 4.
Harry Hirsch retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Harry Hirsch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 292 - Las Vegas
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 8 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 19 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hirsch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Silva Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Hirsch gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Silva Jr gets underhooks to prevent Hirsch's takedown attempt.
Silva Jr 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.#TD2#
Hirsch is trying to trip Silva Jr. He has hold of a leg but Silva Jr is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Hirsch persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Silva Jr 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch pushing down on Silva Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Silva Jr is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Hirsch prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Silva Jr defends it.
Silva Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Silva Jr controlling the position well.
Silva Jr is looking to get back to full guard here but Hirsch has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (5) Hirsch#T2#
Silva Jr is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Silva Jr tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Silva Jr is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
Silva Jr trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silva Jr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Silva Jr is looking to improve his position.
Silva Jr manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Silva Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hirsch defends it easily.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch preventing the sweep. #T5#
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Silva Jr looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hirsch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Silva Jr tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Silva Jr is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T6#
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Silva Jr.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Silva Jr.#T7##SUB#
Silva Jr is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch passes Silva Jr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hirsch is keen to just control but Silva Jr is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Silva Jr defends it. #T8#
Silva Jr is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva Jr avoid being mounted?
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Silva Jr defends it.
Hirsch prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Silva Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Hirsch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Silva Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Silva Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Silva Jr has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture. #T10#
Silva Jr is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Silva Jr wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hirsch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hirsch has managed to get both his arms back between Silva Jr's legs - danger averted.
Silva Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there. #T11#
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch is continuing to stall.
Hirsch sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Silva Jr's guard.
Well,Silva Jr is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12#
Silva Jr wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is trying to control. Silva Jr wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Silva Jr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Silva Jr gets full guard.
Silva Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Silva Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch is pushing down on Silva Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Silva Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Silva Jr tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T14#
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Silva Jr won't allow it. #SUB#
Silva Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Silva Jr tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Silva Jr tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 0.
Harry Hirsch is the new heavyweight champion!
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Rich Silva Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Helsinki
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 19 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 10 losses; Eddie Gelfen!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Anni Minnemäki and Tarja Halkonen.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hirsch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gelfen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gelfen is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Hirsch is fighting off a takedown attempt but Gelfen is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Hirsch to the mat. Hirsch regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Gelfen
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gelfen from controlling successfully.
Gelfen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hirsch trying to control the position here.
Hirsch 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gelfen from controlling successfully. #T1#
Hirsch looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Gelfen puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Gelfen is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gelfen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Gelfen is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gelfen with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
It looks like Gelfen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Gelfen keeps him under control.#T3#
Hirsch is staying active underneath Gelfen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Gelfen controlling the action here.
Gelfen is continuing to stall.#T4#
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch won't allow Gelfen to pass to mount.
Hirsch wants to control but Gelfen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Gelfen from controlling successfully. #T5#
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Gelfen
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gelfen wants to control but Hirsch passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Gelfen
You can see the frustration on Gelfen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T6#
Gelfen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Gelfen is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gelfen tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Gelfen's face as Hirsch controls the position.
Gelfen tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch controls the position.
Gelfen gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hirsch is pressing down on Gelfen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gelfen is holding on for now. #T7#
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gelfen is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gelfen has his hands clasped together around Hirsch's back. He's all about the action.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gelfen manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Gelfen is keeping the position.
Hirsch sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gelfen's guard.
Gelfen is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Gelfen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard. #T9#
Gelfen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch pushes down on Gelfen's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gelfen trying to control from the bottom.
Gelfen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10#
Gelfen trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T11#
Gelfen tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
Gelfen tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T12#
Gelfen tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Gelfen wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
#T13#
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Gelfen wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Gelfen is defending the position.
Gelfen is trying to get back to full guard.
Gelfen trying to get back to full guard but Hirsch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Gelfen#T14#
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Gelfen to control.
Gelfen has given up his back. Will we see Hirsch going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Gelfen
Hirsch trying to control.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gelfen is really stuck here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
A very excited looking Harry Hirsch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 290 - Montreal
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 19 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Pripyat manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Pripyat
Pripyat has control of Hirsch's left arm, preventing Hirsch from doing any damage.
Pripyat tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Pripyat working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hirsch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hirsch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pripyat wants to hit a sweep here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pripyat there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Pripyat
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully. #T1#
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pripyat really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch trying to control but Pripyat is having none of it.
Pripyat wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Pripyat can't escape the position.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Pripyat wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Pripyat
Hirsch controls the position.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Pripyat from escaping the position.
Hirsch is not going to allow Pripyat to sit and survive in this position.
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Pripyat pushed the leg off. #T3#
Hirsch avoiding Pripyat 's attempts to control his hands.
Pripyat is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Pripyat manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Pripyat
Pripyat wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pripyat pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Pripyat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T4#
Pripyat works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (5) Pripyat
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Pripyat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is staying active underneath Pripyat, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Pripyat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pripyat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is controlling Pripyat's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T5#
Pripyat has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Dont mess with us. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hirsch is not content to let Pripyat control the position.
Pripyat prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Pripyat trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch trying to control here.
#T6#
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Pripyat's back. He's all about the action.
Pripyat controlling the pace.
Hirsch keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T7#
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pripyat's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Hirsch has control of Pripyat's left arm, preventing Pripyat from doing any damage.
Pripyat tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T8#
Hirsch pulls Pripyat in close to prevent any damage.
Pripyat won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Pripyat tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Pripyat slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T9#
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Pripyat is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch working a defensive guard but Pripyat passes into half guard.
Hirsch keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Pripyat looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T10#
Pripyat is stalling here. Hirsch is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Pripyat seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hirsch has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (12) vs (5) Pripyat
Pripyat is trying to escape the position but Hirsch is controlling the position.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Pripyat isn't going anywhere.
A lull in the action here.#T11#
Pripyat is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Pripyat is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Hirsch! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Pripyat has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Harry Hirsch!
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 289.5
Date: Jan 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 18 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Yves DeLean and Dillan Fox.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Camara misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Hirsch darts in and clinches Camara up against the cage.
Camara has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hirsch avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Camara has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Hirsch regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Camara
Camara controls from within his opponent's guard.
Camara preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Hirsch controls Camara momentarily but Camara frees himself.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch pulls Camara in to control the position.
Hirsch is trying to keep Camara in close.
Camara stays in close to Hirsch's body and controls the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Camara controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hirsch looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Camara postures up.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Camara sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Camara tries to pass.
Camara keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Camara is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Camara stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch is trying to hold Camara in close to prevent damage but Camara has managed to pass into half guard.
#T5#
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Camara has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Camara
Hirsch looking for a sweep but Camara has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (0) vs (7) Camara
Hirsch tries to hold on but Camara postures up.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Camara takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T6#
Camara is looking to work his way around to Hirsch's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Camara content just to control the position here.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Camara prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Camara's head to control him but Camara postures up.
#T7#
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Camara's back. He's all about the action.
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Camara is very close to passing his half guard.
Camara passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (10) Camara
Camara sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Hirsch tries to hold on but Camara postures up.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard but Camara has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (13) Camara
Camara is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Hirsch tries to buck Camara off but Camara is having none of it.
Hirsch prevents Camara from improving position.
Hirsch is trying to escape the position but Camara is controlling the position.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Hirsch manages to get back to half guard.#T10#
Hirsch trying to hold on to Camara's head to control him but Camara postures up.
Camara is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (16) Camara
Camara avoids the attempt from Hirsch to control.
Camara controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Hirsch bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (16) Camara
Camara looking for a sweep. Not yet Camara, not yet.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Camara is looking to sweep but instead, Hirsch has passed into half guard.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T12#
Camara is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Camara trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (16) Camara
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Camara wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.#T13#
Hirsch seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Camara is holding on tight.
Camara working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T14#
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Camara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Camara gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Camara has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara wins on points by 16 to 5.
Our winner, Abubakar Camara, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 289 Tokyo
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 18 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Sosuke Kotani and Hirohito Nitta.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Hirsch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Silva Jr turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Silva Jr (4) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva Jr is staying tight to Hirsch's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hirsch tries to bench press Silva Jr off him but Silva Jr keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Silva Jr (6) vs (0) Hirsch
Silva Jr controlling from the full mount.
Silva Jr trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Hirsch working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Silva Jr not doing much here.
Silva Jr 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.
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Silva Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch keeping control of the position. #T2#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Silva Jr has control of the leg.
Silva Jr controlling the action here.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva Jr stalling. #T3#
Silva Jr seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hirsch for as long as he can get away with.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Silva Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Hirsch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (6) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Silva Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Silva Jr wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Silva Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silva Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Silva Jr, not yet. #T5#
Silva Jr keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Silva Jr keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Silva Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T6#
Hirsch works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Silva Jr trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (6) vs (5) Hirsch
Silva Jr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Silva Jr to control.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Silva Jr gets back to half guard.#T8#
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Silva Jr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping him busy.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Silva Jr wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silva Jr keeps working. #T9#
Hirsch prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but Silva Jr defending well.
Silva Jr is looking to improve his position.
Silva Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Silva Jr.#T10#
Hirsch is pushing down on Silva Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Silva Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
Silva Jr is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silva Jr manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Silva Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T11#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Silva Jr is keeping the position.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch won't allow Silva Jr to sweep him here. #T12#
Silva Jr is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Silva Jr keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch pushes down on Silva Jr's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Silva Jr is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (6) vs (8) Hirsch
Hirsch working away.
Silva Jr is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Silva Jr (6) vs (10) Hirsch#T13#
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Silva Jr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Silva Jr is just holding on here. Hirsch manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Silva Jr (6) vs (13) Hirsch
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T14#
Hirsch wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping busy.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Silva Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (8) vs (13) Hirsch
Silva Jr controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch pulls Silva Jr in close to prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 13 to 8.
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Rich Silva Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC - Christmas Carnage
Date: Dec 25, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 17 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 15 losses; Leandro Lo!
The judges for this bout are Summer Carpenter, Chris Dean and Damien Edna.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Lo darts in looking for a takedown but Hirsch gets double underhooks and turns Lo into the ropes. #TD2#
Lo shoots in and gets a takedown into Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Lo
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Lo stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Lo from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
#T1#
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Lo controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lo manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Lo
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Lo is retaining full guard. #T2#
Lo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lo keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lo keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully. #T3#
Hirsch is looking to pass into half guard but Lo pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lo is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Lo
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hirsch controls Lo momentarily but Lo frees himself.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch is trying to hold Lo in close to prevent damage but Lo has managed to pass into half guard.
Hirsch gets full guard.#T4#
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
Hirsch has control of Lo's left arm, preventing Lo from doing any damage.
My spies in Outlier Martial Arts inform me that Lo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch is pulling down on Lo's head to control his posture.
Hirsch is trying to hold Lo in close to prevent damage but Lo has managed to pass into half guard.
#T5#
Hirsch is refusing to be controlled, as Lo sits in half guard.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Lo's head to control him but Lo postures up.
Lo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lo is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T6#
Hirsch wants to control but Lo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Lo jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Lo
Hirsch manages to get back to half guard.
Lo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lo's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (6) vs (7) Lo
Lo tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T7#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Lo really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Hirsch's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Hirsch not allowing Lo to control his hands.
What can Lo do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T8#
Hirsch wants to control but Lo is keeping busy.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Lo's body.
Hirsch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T9#
Hirsch really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Lo.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB#
Hirsch working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T10#
Hirsch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Lo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Good control from Hirsch.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lo for as long as he can get away with.
Lo prevents Hirsch from getting a body triangle.#T11#
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Lo.
Lo is really stuck here.
Hirsch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hirsch has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Lo's body.
Lo is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Lo looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
Lo turns into Hirsch and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (9) Lo
Hirsch is trying to keep Lo in close.
Lo won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here. #T13#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch controlling Lo's posture. #T14#
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Lo is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lo is one step ahead there.
Lo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch pulls Lo in close to prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lo wins on points by 9 to 6. |
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Event:
CWC 287 - Amsterdam
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 24 losses; Maxim Bok!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Paulsen Ambrosius and Patrick Alders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bok is fending him off so far but Hirsch persists. Nope, Bok circles away and we're back to standing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hirsch.#TD2#
Bok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hirsch napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Bok
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Bok presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (0) vs (6) Bok#SUB2#
Bok has hold of Hirsch's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Hirsch manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hirsch wants to hold on but Bok pushes him away.
Bok fails to advance to Hirsch's back.
Hirsch has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (9) Bok
Bok doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (9) Bok
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bok is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Bok looking to control but Hirsch passes into half guard.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Bok defends it.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Bok tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Bok is trying to control but can't.
Bok wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T3#
Bok is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Bok wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Bok manages to get to full guard.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Bok keeps moving. #T4#
Bok can't keep his opponent in guard - Hirsch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bok manages to get to full guard.
Our spies down at at Roosters Coop inform us that Bok has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bok is looking to sweep but instead, Hirsch has passed into half guard.
Hirsch is pressing down on Bok's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bok is holding on for now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T5#
Bok gets full guard.
Hirsch trying to control but Bok is working from the bottom.
Hirsch pushing down on Bok's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T6#
Hirsch prevents Bok from improving his position.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Bok makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bok.#T7#
Bok wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Bok not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bok, not yet. #SUB2#
Bok has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
Bok being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Bok is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Bok being controlled here, momentarily.
Bok is looking to sweep but instead, Hirsch has passed into half guard.
#T9#
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
Bok is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Bok manages to get to full guard.
#T10#
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (9) Bok
Hirsch wants to control but Bok is keeping him busy.
Bok is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control. #T11#
Bok keeps trying to improve his position.
Bok is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Bok is trying to improve his position.#T12#
Bok is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bok is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Bok is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bok gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bok tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T13#
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Bok tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Bok defends it.
Bok is not content to let Hirsch control the position.#T14#
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bok is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch moves into full mount! Bok won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (9) Bok
Bok is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bok tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bok wins on points by 9 to 8.
Our winner, Maxim Bok, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 286 UK
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 21 losses; David Allan Coe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Glass and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hirsch gets caught napping as Coe dives in and scores a takedown. Hirsch manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Coe (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Coe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch is pulling down on Coe's head to control his posture.
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Coe tries to pass.
Coe really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Coe from controlling successfully.
Hirsch pulls Coe in close to prevent any damage.
Coe tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T1#
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Coe'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.
Coe trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch has control of Coe's left arm, preventing Coe from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coe tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T2#
Hirsch seems keen to control Coe's posture.
Hirsch is continuing to stall.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Coe controlling him for the moment.
Coe will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Coe tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Coe is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Coe wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.#T3#
Coe is working hard here to advance position.
Coe slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch pulls Coe in to control the position. #T4#
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Coe is one step ahead there.
Coe looking to pass the guard.
Coe wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Coe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Coe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Coe looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Coe wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.#T6#
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Coe looking to pass the guard.
Coe stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch managing to control the position. #T7#
Coe won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch is pulling down on Coe's head to control his posture.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Coe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch controlling Coe's posture. #T8#
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Coe from controlling successfully.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Coe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Coe is one step ahead there.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Coe from controlling successfully.
Coe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Coe is one step ahead there.
Coe wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #T10#
Coe stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Coe slips nicely into half guard.
Coe trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
#T11##SUB#
Coe looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Coe is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Coe tries to pass. #T12#
Coe trying to move into half guard but instead Hirsch has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coe (2) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch is pushing down on Coe's leg trying to pass to half guard. Coe is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Coe controlling the position well.
Coe wants to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Coe manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch is pushing down on Coe's leg trying to pass to half guard. Coe is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Coe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T13#
Coe is controlling Hirsch's posture.
Coe controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Coe is retaining full guard.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Coe isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hirsch stacks Coe on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (2) vs (5) Hirsch#T14#
Coe is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Coe can't do much from the bottom here.
Coe is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Coe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Coe is letting Hirsch control him for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 5 to 2.
Harry Hirsch thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
G3
Date: Nov 24, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Closet Case Conservative! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Ren Mimura.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but Conservative shows good takedown defense.
Conservative is looking to counter the offense by Hirsch and move into the clinch.#CL#
Conservative forces Hirsch back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Conservative is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hirsch is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Conservative to the mat. Conservative regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conservative (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Hirsch has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Conservative is keeping the position.
Conservative looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Conservative is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Conservative is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Conservative'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.
Hirsch controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Conservative is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Conservative is keeping the position.
Hirsch pushes down on Conservative's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hirsch is taking a breather. Conservative 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.#T4#
More stalling from Hirsch.#T5#
Conservative is trying to control but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Conservative (0) vs (5) Hirsch
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch controlling his opponent. #T6#
Hirsch with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T7##T8##T9#
Hirsch mounts Conservative! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB2#
Hirsch is working for a guillotine from mount but Conservative frees his head quite easily.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Conservative prevents Hirsch from taking his back.#T10#
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Conservative tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch takes Conservative's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Conservative is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Conservative (0) vs (8) Hirsch#T11#
Conservative is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hirsch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Conservative trying to control the hands but Hirsch won't let him.
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Conservative doesn't escape. #T12#
Conservative is in bad spot here.
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T13#
Conservative tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Conservative wants to escape the position.
#T14#
Hirsch really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Conservative.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 0.
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
G2
Date: Nov 16, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Molokai Built!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Kenichi Hosakawa and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hirsch has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Built lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Built
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Built
Hirsch prevents Built from improving his position.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Built for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Built looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Built looking for subs from the bottom but Hirsch mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Built
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Built tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T1#
Built has given up his back. Will we see Hirsch going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Built
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Built from escaping the position.
Built is still trying to improve position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Built is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Built is trying to roll into a better position but Hirsch has get a rear naked choke and Built is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Harry Hirsch!
An out of breath Harry Hirsch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 280
Date: Nov 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 16 losses; Johnny Bolivar!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bolivar shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hirsch but Hirsch pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but Bolivar shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Hirsch bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Bolivar
Bolivar is looking for a sweep.
Bolivar struggling a bit here.
Bolivar tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Bolivar can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolivar is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
Bolivar manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bolivar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Bolivar reverses the position - he's now on top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Bolivar
Bolivar controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Bolivar from controlling successfully.
Bolivar wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Hirsch'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.
Bolivar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Bolivar from controlling successfully.
Bolivar controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Bolivar controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bolivar postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (2) Bolivar
Bolivar looking for a sweep. Not yet Bolivar, not yet.
Hirsch controlling from the top position. #T4#
Bolivar controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Bolivar pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Bolivar is continuing to stall.
Bolivar looking for a sweep. Not yet Bolivar, not yet.
Bolivar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Bolivar is retaining full guard. #T5#
Bolivar is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
#SUB2#
Bolivar looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
Bolivar wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Bolivar keeps trying to improve his position.#T6#
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bolivar is keeping the position for now.
Bolivar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch trying to control but Bolivar is working from the bottom.
Bolivar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Bolivar pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage. #T7#
Bolivar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bolivar looking for a sweep. Not yet Bolivar, not yet.
Bolivar working a defensive guard here.
Bolivar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Hirsch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bolivar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T8#
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bolivar is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Bolivar wants to sweep but no luck.
Bolivar has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture. #T9#
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bolivar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch forces his way into half guard.
Hirsch trying to control from half guard but Bolivar is working away.
Bolivar wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T10#
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bolivar is controlling Hirsch's trapped leg to prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Bolivar wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Bolivar trying to get back to full guard but Hirsch takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (2) Bolivar#T11#
Bolivar is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch is looking to work his way around to Bolivar's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bolivar tries to control Hirsch's body but Hirsch pushes him off. Bolivar squirms to his side and now Hirsch has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (12) vs (2) Bolivar
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hirsch controlling the positon.#T12#
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bolivar looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
#T13#
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Bolivar doesn't escape.
Bolivar wants to escape the position.
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Bolivar wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Bolivar right now.
Hirsch controls the action.#T14#
Hirsch not allowing Bolivar to control his hands.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bolivar trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
A very excited looking Harry Hirsch 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.
Johnny Bolivar spoke after the fight, saying 'Buy Iraqi Steroids, Inc in Rio, its the best!'. |
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Event:
CWC 278
Date: Oct 24, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Thomas Bennett! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 16 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Bennett tries to pull guard but Hirsch holds him up against the cage and eventually Bennett drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Bennett jumps into guard, dragging Hirsch to the mat.
Hirsch is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Bennett is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hirsch is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Bennett is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hirsch defends well.#SUB#
Hirsch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bennett has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hirsch has managed to get both his arms back between Bennett's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bennett escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Hirsch frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Bennett (0) vs (3) Hirsch
Hirsch pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bennett is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Bennett is working hard here to advance position.
Bennett regains half guard.
Bennett is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Hirsch is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T3##SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch prevents Bennett from improving his position.
Hirsch slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Bennett wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bennett wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bennett is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Bennett won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.#T5##SUB#
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bennett is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Bennett is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage. #T6#
Hirsch content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bennett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch trying to control the pace. #T7##SUB#
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bennett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bennett actively working from the bottom here.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bennett is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Hirsch works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bennett (0) vs (6) Hirsch
Hirsch manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bennett to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bennett (0) vs (9) Hirsch
Bennett rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.#T9##SUB#
Bennett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Hirsch moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Bennett. Score +3 for passing guard: Bennett (0) vs (12) Hirsch
Hirsch in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Bennett tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bennett is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bennett (0) vs (14) Hirsch
Bennett might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T10#
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Hirsch takes Bennett's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Bennett is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Bennett (0) vs (17) Hirsch
Bennett is really stuck here.
Bennett is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
#T11#
Bennett is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Bennett from escaping the position.
#T12#
Hirsch slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Bennett from escaping the position.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Bennett buck him off.
Let's hope that Hirsch 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.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Bennett tries to break free.
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
Bennett tries to break free.
#T13#
Bennett manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hirsch's guard. Nice work there by Bennett.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bennett (2) vs (17) Hirsch
Bennett tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch has his hands on Bennett's head, controlling the position.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bennett's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bennett (2) vs (19) Hirsch
Hirsch stays in close to Bennett's body and controls the position.
Hirsch stands and throws Bennett's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bennett (2) vs (22) Hirsch
Bennett tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bennett seems a little lost for a moment, as Hirsch dominates the positioning.#T14#
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bennett tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch taking a breather here.
Hirsch gets to mount! Bennett was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Bennett (2) vs (24) Hirsch
Hirsch with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Bennett is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bennett really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 24 to 2.
A relieved looking Harry Hirsch thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 273
Date: Oct 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Xandao Couceiro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 15 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Couceiro takes the fight into the clinch.
Couceiro looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Hirsch jumps into guard, dragging Couceiro to the mat.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Couceiro controlling him for the moment.
Couceiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Couceiro is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch seems keen to control Couceiro's posture.#T1#
Couceiro 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.
Hirsch has Couceiro pulled in close to control his posture.
Couceiro is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Couceiro's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Couceiro 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Couceiro is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Couceiro defends well.
Hirsch has Couceiro pulled in close to control his posture.
Our spies down at at SSJ Gym inform us that Hirsch has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Couceiro from controlling successfully. #T3#
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hirsch's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Couceiro wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Couceiro stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.#T4#
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Couceiro wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch is controlling Couceiro's posture.
Couceiro trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Couceiro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard. #T5#
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Couceiro is taking a breather. Hirsch 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.
Hirsch is not content to let Couceiro control the position.
Couceiro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Couceiro wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch is concentrating on defense, preventing Couceiro from advancing position.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Couceiro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Couceiro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Hirsch is doing well to control the position and prevent Couceiro from advancing to side control.
Couceiro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Couceiro is controlling the pace.
Couceiro is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7#
Couceiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Couceiro is controlling the pace.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Couceiro not doing much here.
#T8#
Hirsch trying to hold on to Couceiro's head to control him but Couceiro postures up.
Hirsch is controlling Couceiro's trapped leg to prevent Couceiro from advancing to side control.
Couceiro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Further stalling from Couceiro.#T9#
Hirsch is not content to let Couceiro control the position.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Couceiro trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch controls Couceiro momentarily but Couceiro frees himself.
Couceiro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Couceiro (3) vs (0) Hirsch#T10#
Couceiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Couceiro is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Couceiro just content to control the position.
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Couceiro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Couceiro prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Couceiro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Couceiro is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Couceiro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Couceiro's head to control him but Couceiro postures up.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
#T12#
Hirsch seems keen to control Couceiro's posture.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch pulls Couceiro in to control the position.
Couceiro controls from within his opponent's guard. #T13#
Couceiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch controlling Couceiro's posture.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Couceiro tries to pass.
Couceiro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T14#
Couceiro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Couceiro slips nicely into half guard.
Hirsch is looking to control Couceiro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch tries to roll over but Couceiro keeps him under control.
Hirsch is looking to control Couceiro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Couceiro takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Xandao Couceiro very nearly forgot to thank Warrior Fight Store 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. |
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Event:
CWC 267
Date: Sep 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 14 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 5 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hozdic was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hozdic in the domination position with Hirsch hanging on.
Hirsch wants to control but Hozdic postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to bench press Hozdic off him but Hozdic keeps the position.
Hirsch is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it. #T1#
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Hirsch tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.#T2#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hozdic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Hozdic wants to free his trapped foot but Hirsch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hozdic has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at HELLCADEMY . Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Hozdic's head to control him but Hozdic postures up.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Hozdic sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hozdic is looking to advance position but Hirsch won't allow it. #T5#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch has his hands clasped together around Hozdic's back. He's all about the action.
Hirsch trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (7) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Hozdic controlling his opponent.
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch is trying is best to control the position here.
Hozdic controlling the action here.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Hozdic stalling.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Hozdic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (10) Hozdic#T9#
Hirsch is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hozdic seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hirsch is holding on tight.
Hozdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hozdic controlling from mount. #T10#
Hozdic trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (13) Hozdic
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hirsch has hold of Hozdic's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.#T11#
Hirsch turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (13) Hozdic
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Hozdic keeps moving.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (13) Hozdic#T12#
Hozdic is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
The referee asks Hirsch politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hirsch prefers to stall for the moment though.
You can see the frustration on Hozdic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Hozdic denies him.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Hozdic is letting Hirsch control him for a moment.
Hirsch gets to mount! Hozdic was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (13) Hozdic
Hozdic is controlling an arm, preventing Hirsch from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Hozdic is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Hirsch prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Hozdic is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Hozdic doesn't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 13 to 7. Dragan Hozdic retains his heavyweight title!
Dragan Hozdic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 260
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 13 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Galtero El Toro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says El Toro as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hirsch enables El Toro to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hirsch manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) El Toro
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Hirsch working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. El Toro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. El Toro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hirsch is looking to sweep but instead, El Toro has passed into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro wants to pass to mount but Hirsch is defending the position.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
El Toro not doing much here.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but El Toro has control of the leg.
Hirsch is looking to control El Toro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?#T2#
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
El Toro trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but El Toro is controlling well.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. El Toro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch trying to hold on to El Toro's head to control him but El Toro postures up.
Hirsch controlling the position well. #T3#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but El Toro has control of the leg.
El Toro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. El Toro is working away from the top position though.
El Toro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Hirsch won't allow El Toro to pass to mount.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but El Toro has control of the leg.
El Toro wants to pass to mount but Hirsch is defending the position. #T5#
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
El Toro is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hirsch looking for submissions from the bottom but instead El Toro passes into half guard.
Hirsch trying to control here.
#T6#
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
El Toro is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7#
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but El Toro has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) El Toro
El Toro slows the pace down. #T8#
Hirsch manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) El Toro
El Toro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hirsch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (2) vs (9) El Toro#SUB2#
El Toro looking for the choke but no joy.
El Toro gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
El Toro keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
El Toro doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (9) El Toro#T9#
El Toro keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Our spies down at at AREA 51 inform us that El Toro has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. El Toro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch 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. #T10#
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but El Toro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
El Toro has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
Hirsch forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Hirsch is trying to control the action in half guard but El Toro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hirsch is pressing down on El Toro's thigh, looking to free his foot. El Toro is holding on for now.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but El Toro is having none of it.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T12#
El Toro is controlling Hirsch's trapped leg to prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
El Toro is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T13#
El Toro wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch is thwarting El Toro's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch stalling. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura here.
Hirsch is taking a breather. El Toro 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.#T14#
El Toro trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. El Toro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hirsch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
El Toro trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
El Toro wins on points by 9 to 4.
Galtero El Toro thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 256
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 13 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Hirsch darts in and clinches Lo up against the cage.
Hirsch tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lo smiles and moves away.
Hirsch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Leandro Lo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.#TD#
Lo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Lo (4) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Lo'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.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lo off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lo (4) vs (4) Hirsch#SUB2#
Hirsch is persistently looking for the submission but Lo is defending it well.
A lull in the action here.
#T1#
Hirsch gets his hands free as Lo looks to control. #SUB2#
Lo preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch trying to control momentarily.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Lo buck him off. #T2##SUB2#
Hirsch has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Lo has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Lo trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks.
Lo rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
#SUB2#
Hirsch is persistently looking for the submission but Lo is defending it well.
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Lo pushed the leg off. #T3#
Lo tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Lo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lo holds on to Hirsch as tight as he can, avoiding damage.#T4#
Hirsch controlling the pace for now.
Hirsch trying to control but Lo is having none of it.
Hirsch fails to advance to Lo's back. #T5#
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Lo is squirming around nicely.
Lo prevents Hirsch from taking his back.#T6#
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
It looks like Hirsch might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T7#
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Lo wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Lo is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T8#
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lo is looking to escape. #T9#
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lo tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lo is looking to escape.
Hirsch controlling the pace for now. #T11#
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hirsch is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Well,Lo is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12#
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Hirsch prevents Lo from getting the reversal.
Hirsch looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T13#
Hirsch controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T14#
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lo is looking to escape.
Lo tries to control the position but Hirsch now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Lo (4) vs (7) Hirsch
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 7 to 4.
A very excited looking Harry Hirsch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 247
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 13 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Devlin Draco!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch closes the distance and clinches up with Draco, looking for a takedown. Hirsch pushes Draco against the cage but Draco circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Hirsch closes the distance and pushes Draco back into the cage.
Hirsch is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Draco to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Hirsch tightens his grip and picks Draco up, before dumping him to the ground. Draco manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Draco
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Draco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hirsch defends it easily.
Draco can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Draco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Draco tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Hirsch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Draco defends it. #T2#
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Hirsch is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Draco tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch prevents Draco from improving his position.
Draco wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Draco#T3#
Draco is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Draco denies him. #SUB#
Hirsch swings around for an armbar but Draco sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Draco
Hirsch controlling Draco's posture. #T4#
Draco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Draco from controlling successfully.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch has his hands on Draco's head, controlling the position. #T5#
Hirsch controls Draco momentarily but Draco frees himself.
Draco trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Draco content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Hirsch has locked up a guillotine! Hirsch's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Draco is holding on here and Hirsch must be using up a lot of energy. Draco has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Hirsch gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
OWGP Sweet 16
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 12 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 17 losses; Cajun Puto!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hirsch looking to score a takedown here. Puto is defending well but Hirsch drives through and ends up in Puto's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Puto
Hirsch advances to half guard.
Puto is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Puto is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Puto is working from the bottom.
Puto wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Puto looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch uses his free foot to push down on Puto's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Puto. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Puto#T1#
Puto is trying to escape the mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puto has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Puto
Puto rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch biding his time, looking for the opening.
Puto tries to escape the position.
Puto keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Hirsch controlling from the back.
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Puto pushed the leg off.
Puto tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Hirsch really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Puto.
Puto is really stuck here.
#T3#
I would not like to be Puto right now.
Hirsch is trying to stick to Puto's back but Puto is turning into Hirsch. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hirsch's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Puto. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (8) vs (2) Puto
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Puto is pushing down on Hirsch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hirsch is fighting to maintain full guard but Puto has managed to sneak the leg through.
Puto wants to pass to mount but Hirsch is defending the position. #SUB2#
Puto is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch keeping hold of Puto's head, controlling as best he can.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Puto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Puto is trying to work for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
#T5#
Puto works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (5) Puto
Hirsch wants to hold on but Puto pushes him away.
Puto can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hirsch is looking to escape.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Puto wants to take his opponent's back but Hirsch doesn't allow it.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Puto postures up.#T6#
Hirsch is trying desperately to improve position.
Puto is looking to work his way around to Hirsch's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Puto pushes him away.
Puto wants to take Hirsch's back here but Hirsch is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hirsch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Puto looking to control but Hirsch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hirsch tries to lock up and control but Puto gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Hirsch is desperately trying to improve his position but Puto has a good base and remains in mount.
Hirsch has given up his back. Will we see Puto going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (8) Puto
Hirsch is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Puto has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Hirsch preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Puto. #SUB2#
Puto looking for the choke but no joy. #T8#
Hirsch tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch wants to control but Puto is having none of it.#SUB2#
Puto moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Hirsch has worked his arm free - good work by Hirsch!
#SUB2#
Puto working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The referee asks Puto politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Puto prefers to stall for the moment though.#T9#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch prevents Puto from improving position. #SUB2#
Puto is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hirsch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hirsch tries to bench press Puto off him but Puto keeps the position.
Puto wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T10#
Hirsch is staying active underneath Puto, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Puto is working away from the top position though.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Puto is just content to waste time from the top position. Hirsch takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Puto trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Puto advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (11) Puto
Hirsch trying his best to control but Puto has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (8) vs (13) Puto
Hirsch is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Puto controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hirsch is concentrating on defense, preventing Puto from advancing position.
Puto is looking to pass Hirsch's guard but actually Hirsch recovers to full guard. #T12#
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Puto tries to pass.
Puto trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Puto's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (13) Puto#SUB#
Hirsch drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hirsch jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Puto looking to control.
#T13#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Puto is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (10) vs (15) Puto
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Puto is proving a slippery customer.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Puto is one step ahead there.
Puto wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Puto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Hirsch can't keep his opponent in guard - Puto advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hirsch keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Puto's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Puto's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (14) vs (15) Puto
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Puto tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Puto tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch fails to move to back control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Puto wins on points by 15 to 14.
A very excited looking Cajun Puto made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 239
Date: Aug 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 12 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Steel Grappler!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, John Roberts and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Grappler tries to keep at a distance but Hirsch has taken the fight into the clinch.
Grappler is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hirsch to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Hirsch pulls guard.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Grappler postures up.
Hirsch has control of Grappler's left arm, preventing Grappler from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Hirsch has his foot on Grappler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grappler works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Grappler preventing the sweep.
Grappler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch controlling Grappler's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Hirsch controls Grappler momentarily but Grappler frees himself.
Hirsch 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hirsch holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Grappler advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (3) Grappler#T3#
Hirsch manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (3) Grappler
Grappler has his hands clasped together around Hirsch's back. He's all about the action.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Grappler has a hand on Hirsch's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hirsch takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (3) Grappler#T4#
Hirsch takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (8) vs (3) Grappler#SUB#
Hirsch looking for the choke but no joy.
Hirsch is riding his opponent, not letting Grappler buck him off. #T5#
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Grappler pushed the leg off.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T6#
Hirsch trying to control.
Grappler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
#SUB#
Hirsch looking to break Grappler's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Grappler remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hirsch will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Grappler looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hirsch.
#SUB#
Grappler 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 Hirsch gets his way!
#T7#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch keeps control of the position easily here as Grappler tries to buck him off.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Grappler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hirsch is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Grappler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T8#
Grappler holds on to Hirsch as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Grappler tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Hirsch tries to control but Grappler wriggling away.
Hirsch is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Grappler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Grappler manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T10#
Grappler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Grappler.
Hirsch stays in close to Grappler's body and controls the position.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Grappler is retaining full guard.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Grappler keeps moving.
Hirsch sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Grappler's guard. #T11#
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Grappler is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Grappler trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Grappler keeping hold of Hirsch's head, controlling as best he can.
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T12#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grappler keeps working.
Grappler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (3) Grappler
Grappler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (5) Grappler#SUB#
Hirsch actively working from the bottom here.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Grappler keeps him under control.#T13#
Grappler stalling.
Hirsch controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Grappler's head to control him but Grappler postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grappler is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.#T14#
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Grappler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grappler wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 11 to 5.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 224
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Karelin Pripyat! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Pripyat scores with a takedown into Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pripyat (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Pripyat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch managing to control the position.
Pripyat pushes down on Hirsch's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pripyat is working for a submission of some sort.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Pripyat is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Pripyat (5) vs (0) Hirsch
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch wants to hold on but Pripyat pushes him away.
We've been hearing good reports from Pripyat'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.
Hirsch bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pripyat (5) vs (2) Hirsch
Pripyat trying to control the position here.
Pripyat working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Pripyat is retaining full guard. #T2#
Pripyat bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pripyat (7) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Pripyat postures up.
Pripyat being controlled here momentarily.
Pripyat stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch has Pripyat pulled in close to control his posture.
Pripyat tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard. #T3#
Hirsch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pripyat sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Hirsch pulls Pripyat in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
#T4#
Pripyat pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pripyat wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Pripyat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pripyat trying to control from half guard but Hirsch is working away.
Hirsch controlling the position for now.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Pripyat passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Pripyat (10) vs (2) Hirsch#SUB#
Pripyat tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pripyat has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pripyat wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is defending well.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Pripyat has control of the leg.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T6#
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Pripyat wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Pripyat stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch has control of Pripyat's left arm, preventing Pripyat from doing any damage.
Pripyat wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Pripyat passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pripyat (13) vs (2) Hirsch#T7#
Hirsch wants to control but Pripyat postures up.
Pripyat tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pripyat's best efforts.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is not content to let Pripyat control the position.
Pripyat takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T8#
Pripyat is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now.
Hirsch is not content to let Pripyat control the position.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch 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.
Pripyat content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Hirsch managing to control the position.
Pripyat is looking to pass into half guard but Hirsch pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hirsch is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pripyat (13) vs (4) Hirsch#SUB#
Pripyat looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
#SUB#
Pripyat throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hirsch uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pripyat (13) vs (7) Hirsch#T10#
Hirsch trying to control the action but Pripyat is working from the bottom.
Hirsch takes a little break here. Pripyat wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Pripyat sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pripyat tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Pripyat trying to control from the bottom.
#T11#
Pripyat is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pripyat is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Pripyat wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pripyat (13) vs (10) Hirsch
Pripyat is trying to escape the mount.
#T12#
Hirsch trying to control but Pripyat is having none of it.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Pripyat doesn't allow it.
Hirsch moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Pripyat (13) vs (13) Hirsch
Pripyat rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Hirsch has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T13#
Pripyat rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Pripyat is trying to break free.
Hirsch struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T14#
Hirsch controlling the position well here. Pripyat rolled but Hirsch kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Pripyat can't escape the position.
Hirsch wants to control but Pripyat is keeping busy.
Good control from Hirsch.
Pripyat wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
What can Pripyat do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Pripyat gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Pripyat takes the fight on points by 14 to 13. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 10 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Devlin Draco!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Draco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Draco
Draco is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Draco has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (5) Draco
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Draco off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (5) Draco
You can see the frustration on Draco's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Draco has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Draco felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draco trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks. #T1#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
You can see the frustration on Draco's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hirsch has good solid back control here.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Draco is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hirsch.
Hirsch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Draco for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Draco tries to escape the position.
Draco turns into Hirsch and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (7) Draco
Hirsch pulls Draco in close to prevent any damage.
Draco stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Draco's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (7) Draco#SUB2#
Draco working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
#T3#
Hirsch content to stall in guard here.
Draco is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Draco wants to control but Hirsch passes easily into half guard.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Draco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Draco has his hands clasped together around Hirsch's back. He's all about the action.#T5#
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Draco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Draco is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Draco is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch trying to control the pace. #T6#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Draco keeps working.
Draco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Hirsch controlling the action here.#T7#
Hirsch prevents Draco from improving his position.
Hirsch performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Hirsch wants to control but Draco is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Draco won't allow it.
Hirsch controlling the action here. #T9#
Hirsch is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Draco reverses the position - he's now on top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (9) Draco
Draco won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Draco trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Draco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T10#
Draco trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Draco has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (12) Draco
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Draco keeps moving and retains side control. #T11##SUB2#
Draco is trying to get an arm triangle but Hirsch is defending well.
Draco wants to take a breather but Hirsch manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Draco.
Draco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Draco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
#T12#
Draco trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch pulls Draco in close to prevent any damage.
Draco wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Draco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Draco wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T13#
Draco engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Draco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is controlling Draco's posture.
Draco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Draco from controlling successfully. #T14#
Draco won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch is looking to sweep but instead, Draco has passed into half guard.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Draco is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Draco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hirsch sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Draco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Draco wins on points by 12 to 6.
Devlin Draco made sure to mention his sponsor, Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC Rio
Date: Jun 06, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Lurch Addams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch darts in and clinches Addams up against the cage.
Addams is trying to pull guard but Hirsch turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Hirsch has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Addams uses from the top position.
Hirsch trying to control the position here.
Addams is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Punch Out Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Hirsch looking to control but Addams passes into half guard.
Addams controlling the action here.
Hirsch trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Addams wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy. #T1#
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.
Addams showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Addams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Addams not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Addams will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Addams sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Addams stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Addams stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Addams really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hirsch being controlled here, momentarily.
Addams wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.#T3#
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Addams controls the pace.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Addams from controlling successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Addams is keeping the position.
Addams looking to control.
Hirsch pushing down on Addams's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Addams desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
Hirsch is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (0) vs (5) Hirsch
Addams can't escape the position.
Addams is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Addams is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Hirsch controlling his opponent.
Addams is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Addams (0) vs (8) Hirsch
Addams trying to control the action but Hirsch just sinks the hooks in.
My spies in SSJ Gym inform me that Hirsch has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch controls the position.
Hirsch wants to control but Addams is keeping busy.
Addams manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hirsch's guard. Nice work there by Addams.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (2) vs (8) Hirsch
Addams wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Addams trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Addams sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Addams being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch pulls Addams in close to his closed guard and prevents Addams from doing any damage or advancing position.
Addams wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Addams is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Addams's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T7#
Addams sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
Hirsch is positioning himself well to prevent Addams advancing to mount.
Hirsch won't allow Addams to pass to mount. #SUB#
Addams wants to work for an arm triangle but Hirsch is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Addams wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Addams is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Addams is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Addams is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Addams not doing much here.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Addams is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Addams is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Addams takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Addams wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it. #T10#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Addams has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Addams seems content to control.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Addams's head to control him but Addams postures up.
Addams is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hirsch wants to control but Addams is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Addams is pressing down on Hirsch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hirsch is holding on for now. #T11#
Addams trying to control from Hirsch's half guard. Hirsch has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Addams is one step ahead there.
Addams is stalling in the full guard.
Hirsch is controlling Addams's posture.
Addams controlling from the top position.
Addams trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Addams won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Addams has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Addams's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch pulls Addams in close to his closed guard and prevents Addams from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Addams wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Addams postures up.
Addams passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Addams is taking a breather. Hirsch says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back.#T13#
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Addams is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Addams in particular looking to stall.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Addams trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is pulling down on Addams's head. It's preventing any offense from Addams, at least for the moment.
Addams stays in close to Hirsch's body and controls the position. #T14#
Addams won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Addams wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch is pulling down on Addams's head to control his posture.
Addams trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass.
Addams is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Addams postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 8 to 2.
An out of breath Harry Hirsch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Grunge 40: In Bloom
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Hirsch keeps the fight on the outside.
Rockwell tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hirsch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rockwell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hirsch.
The crowd cheers as Hirsch lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rockwell doesn't seem phased though.
Rockwell checks a leg kick.
Rockwell ducks right into an uppercut from Hirsch.
Hirsch scores with a jab. Rockwell acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hirsch just misses with a punch to the body.
Rockwell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Harry Hirsch has been cut.
Hirsch fails with the takedown.#CL#
Hirsch tries to keep at a distance but Rockwell has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rockwell fails to pull guard.
Rockwell tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hirsch just stands there and leans against the cage.
Our sources have told us that Rockwell has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Rockwell jumps guard but Hirsch stands there with Rockwell around his waist. Rockwell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Hirsch pulls guard successfully.
Rockwell has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rockwell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rockwell preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hirsch tries to strike from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rockwell's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Hirsch has his foot on Rockwell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rockwell works his way back into a safe position though.
Rockwell throws a big elbow that misses.
Rockwell postures up in Hirsch's guard and throws a big left but Hirsch blocks it. #SUB2#
Hirsch has his foot on Rockwell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rockwell works his way back into a safe position though.
Hirsch controls Rockwell momentarily but Rockwell frees himself.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rockwell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rockwell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rockwell won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Rockwell distracts Hirsch with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Rockwell won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
Rockwell working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hirsch's head.
Rockwell postures up in Hirsch's guard and throws a big left but Hirsch blocks it. #T2##SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rockwell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rockwell postures up.
Rockwell trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rockwell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rockwell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rockwell throws a big elbow that misses.
Rockwell cracks Hirsch with a solid left hand.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Rockwell trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#T3#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rockwell keeps working.
Rockwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rockwell is trying to stand up here but Hirsch is controlling him well.
Hirsch is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rockwell!
Rockwell is looking to get to half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Hirsch working his ground and pound in the gym.
Rockwell in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Hirsch landing shots from mount.
Hirsch unloading with bombs!
Hirsch pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Hirsch avoids the attempt from Rockwell to control.
Hirsch looking to finish Rockwell with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rockwell!
Hirsch controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Rockwell tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch with the ground and pound from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Hirsch looking to finish Rockwell with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rockwell!
Hirsch has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hirsch content just to control the position here.
Hirsch landing strikes, looking to finish!
Rockwell really wants to buck Hirsch off and get back to his feet.
Hirsch unloading with bombs!
Hirsch looking to finish Rockwell with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rockwell!#ROC2#Rockwell is rocked!
Rockwell is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch prevents Rockwell from getting the reversal.
Hirsch with good strikes from the mount here!
Oh Rockwell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rockwell wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Hirsch dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harry Hirsch's cut.
That's time! Rockwell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Rockwell is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rockwell seems to have got his legs back now.
Rockwell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hirsch.
Hirsch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hirsch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rockwell.
Rockwell doesn't manage to clinch there - Hirsch circles away.
Rockwell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rockwell tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hirsch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hirsch throws a good cross that connects.
#CL#
Rockwell has managed to clinch.
Rockwell tries to pull guard but Hirsch forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hirsch working aggressively here.
Rockwell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hirsch smiles and moves away.
Hirsch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hirsch scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rockwell in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rockwell wants to clinch.
Lew Rockwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1##CL2#
Hirsch closes the distance and clinches.
Hirsch tries a knee to the head but Rockwell blocks it.
Rockwell is trying to pull guard but Hirsch turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rockwell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hirsch to keep the fight standing.
Hirsch misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rockwell avoids the elbow strike from Hirsch, against the cage.
#TD#
Rockwell drags the fight down to the ground.
Rockwell can't keep his opponent in guard - Hirsch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Rockwell is having none of it. #SUB#
Rockwell looking for a kimura from the bottom but Hirsch passes into side control!
Hirsch cracks Rockwell with a big right hand but Rockwell just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Rockwell is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
Rockwell trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Rockwell on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hirsch looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Hirsch is trying to control. Rockwell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Rockwell actively working from the bottom here.
Hirsch lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Rockwell is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Harry Hirsch has got the better of the ground game so far.
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!
Rockwell taking some punishment here, with Hirsch in his half guard.
Hirsch is nestled in close to Rockwell, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Rockwell is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount!
Rockwell wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.#T3#
Rockwell sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rockwell is trying to control but Hirsch passes into side control!
You can see the frustration on Rockwell's face as Hirsch controls the position.
Hirsch lands an elbow.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Rockwell is working away.
Rockwell tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Hirsch in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T4#
Hirsch cracks Rockwell with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Rockwell struggling a bit here.
Hirsch lands a few punches from side control.
Hirsch passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Rockwell!
The referee warns Rockwell that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hirsch lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Hirsch raining down shots from the mount!#ROC2#Rockwell is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Rockwell is out cold! Hirsch jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harry Hirsch!
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Grunge 35: Sub Pop
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Hirsch. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Nurudinov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hirsch napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Nurudinov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hirsch gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for a guillotine here but Nurudinov defends easily.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Hirsch is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nurudinov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurudinov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hirsch. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurudinov landing with the ground and pound.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hirsch looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nurudinov has picked Hirsch up and slammed him! Hirsch can't keep hold of the triangle and Nurudinov manages to pass to side control!
Hirsch regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurudinov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nurudinov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nurudinov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Nurudinov lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Hirsch has his feet on Nurudinov's thighs here. He's pushed Nurudinov off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Nurudinov screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Harry Hirsch!
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 161: Jiurgite vs Jello
Date: Jan 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 10 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Clarence Frost!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Frost stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Frost wants it to stay on the feet.
Hirsch tries to score a power double leg takedown but Frost sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hirsch somewhat.
Hirsch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Frost tries to counter with a clinch but Hirsch shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Frost stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Frost wants it to stay on the feet.
Hirsch tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Frost swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Frost has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Frost has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hirsch uses from the top position.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Frost swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Frost manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Frost
Frost looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Hirsch working for a triangle but Frost defends it easily.
#T1#
Frost trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Frost manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Frost
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Frost is keeping the position.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Frost keeps moving.
Hirsch works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Hirsch uses his free foot to push down on Frost's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Frost. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (2) Frost#SUB#
Hirsch jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Frost is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Frost and Hirsch has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Frost trying to remain calm as Hirsch controls from the top position.#SUB#
Hirsch is trying to get an arm triangle but Frost is defending well. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Frost is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Hirsch tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4##SUB#
Hirsch tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Frost denies him. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Frost knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hirsch just content to control the position. #T5#
Hirsch trying to control the position but Frost is working away.
Frost is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Frost has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hirsch has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Frost! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Frost
Hirsch moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Frost#T6##SUB#
Hirsch patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Frost staying busy and making it hard for Hirsch to control. #SUB#
Hirsch is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Frost is defending well though. Hirsch let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Hirsch is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Frost has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Frost showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Hirsch looking for the choke but no joy. #T7#
Frost is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Hirsch is persistently looking for the submission but Frost is defending it well.
Hirsch looking to hold on to the position here but Frost rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Frost keeps moving.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Frost is keeping the position.#T8#
Frost working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch passes into half guard.
Hirsch not doing much here.
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Frost
Frost is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T9#
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frost keeps working. #SUB#
Hirsch tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hirsch has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hirsch wants to control but Frost is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Frost is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Frost is working from the bottom. #T10#
Hirsch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Frost's legs.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Frost is working away. #SUB#
Hirsch tries for a kimura but Frost is defending well.
Hirsch controlling the position.
Hirsch taking a break here but Frost is having none of it and regains half guard. #T11#
Hirsch trying to control from half guard but Frost is working away.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Frost is having none of it.
Hirsch passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (2) Frost#T12#
Hirsch wants to take Frost's back but he can't do it this time.
Hirsch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Hirsch goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Frost is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (16) vs (4) Frost#SUB#
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Frost defends it easily.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Frost controlling him for the moment. #T13##SUB#
Hirsch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Frost won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T14#
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Hirsch looking for a guillotine here but Frost defends easily.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Frost passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (7) Frost
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 16 to 7.
Our winner, Harry Hirsch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CACC 153: Average vs Galanos
Date: Dec 20, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 12 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Hirsch forces Nielsen back against the ropes and clinches.#TD2#
Hirsch has picked Nielsen up - he's going for a ride! Hirsch dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nielsen (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch prevents Nielsen from improving his position.
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.
Nielsen wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Nielsen is retaining full guard.
Hirsch passes Nielsen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Nielsen defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nielsen seems keen to control Hirsch's posture.#T1#
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nielsen is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Nielsen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nielsen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Hirsch is pressing down on Nielsen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nielsen is holding on for now.
Nielsen wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Nielsen is working from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Nielsen defends it. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Nielsen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Hirsch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nielsen sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch is trying to control. Nielsen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch prevents Nielsen from improving his position.#T3#
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Nielsen defends it.
Nielsen is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Nielsen'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.#SUB#
Nielsen working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Nielsen (0) vs (5) Hirsch
Nielsen struggling a bit here.
Nielsen tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position. #T4##SUB2#
Hirsch is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nielsen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Nielsen sneaks back into half guard.
Nielsen is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nielsen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nielsen keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Nielsen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there. #T5#
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Nielsen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Nielsen.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Nielsen is retaining full guard.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
Nielsen is really struggling to control Hirsch but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Nielsen looking for a triangle here. Hirsch is fighting it but it looks tight! Nielsen pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Hirsch is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sven Kristian Nielsen!
Sven Kristian Nielsen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 147: Pancake v Sakuraba 2
Date: Dec 06, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 9 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Bill Bright!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Reed Andrews and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Bright closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hirsch quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Bright
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Bright is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch trying to control but Bright postures up.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Bright has control of the leg.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch is pressing down on Bright's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Bright drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hirsch dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Bright
Our spies down at at Viking Bizorkers inform us that Bright has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Bright keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch trying to control but Bright is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hirsch drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bright looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bright looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bright! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (2) vs (6) Bright#T1#
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bright's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Bright is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hirsch defends it well.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Hirsch has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Bright should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Hirsch has tightened it up now! Bright should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch 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.
Bill Bright was interviewed post fight and said 'I hate millwall'. |
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Event:
CACC 139: Hozdic vs Nielsen II
Date: Nov 15, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; David Allan Coe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 8 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Daniel Franklin and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch stuffs the takedown attempt from Coe. Coe gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Coe darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Coe (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Coe prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#SUB#
Coe is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hirsch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Coe.
Hirsch trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coe trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Coe really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Coe tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Coe wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #SUB#
Coe drops back looking for a leg! Hirsch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hirsch manages to kick Coe off! Coe jumps back into Hirsch's guard.
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Coe has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Coe wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving. #SUB2#
Coe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Coe has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
Coe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Hirsch pulls Coe in close to his closed guard and prevents Coe from doing any damage or advancing position.
Coe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Coe postures up.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Coe drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hirsch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hirsch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hirsch! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Coe (2) vs (4) Hirsch
Coe tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here as Hirsch stalls from top position.#T3#
Coe is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Coe is working away.
Coe tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hirsch controlling the position from side mount.
Coe is looking for a sweep.
Coe manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Coe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Coe defends it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Coe regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hirsch content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Coe has locked up a guillotine! Coe's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Hirsch is holding on here and Coe must be using up a lot of energy. Hirsch has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Coe gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). David Allan Coe!
David Allan Coe really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
PFC 215.5 Arundel vs Wild
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Martynov missing with a left hand there. Hirsch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Martynov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hirsch's hands.
Martynov throws a body shot but no joy.
Hirsch fails with a takedown attempt.
A jab lands there for Martynov.
Hirsch darts in looking for a takedown but Martynov gets double underhooks and turns Hirsch into the cage.
Martynov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hirsch.
Hirsch shoots for a double leg takedown but Martynov sprawls well. He's pushed Hirsch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martynov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hirsch tries to clinch up.
Martynov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Martynov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hirsch manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Hirsch looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Martynov defends it well.
Martynov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Martynov looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T1##SUB#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
#ES2#
Martynov pushes Hirsch off and gets back to his feet.
Hirsch tries to clinch up.#TD#
Hirsch dives in and scores a takedown into Martynov's guard.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Martynov wants to stand and escape but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch passes Martynov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Martynov is looking to escape.#T2##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Martynov lands a nice hook to Hirsch's body. Hirsch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hirsch tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Martynov swivels and escapes.
Martynov scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hirsch has his takedown stuffed
and Martynov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Martynov throws a hook but Hirsch avoids it easily.
Hirsch appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hirsch moves out of range as Martynov strikes.
Hirsch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Martynov scores with a shot to the body.
#TD#
Hirsch throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Martynov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hirsch is in Martynov's guard.#T3#
Hirsch trying to control but Martynov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hirsch is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Martynov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hirsch won't allow Martynov to get back to his feet.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Martynov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Martynov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hirsch is controlling him.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hirsch takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice sprawl there from Martynov as Hirsch shoots in.
Martynov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Harry Hirsch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martynov scores with a hook to the body. Hirsch takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
No luck for Hirsch with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Martynov clinches up against the cage.
Hirsch drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Martynov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Martynov throws a hook but Hirsch blocks it.
Hirsch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Martynov.
Martynov lands a slapping body shot.
Martynov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hirsch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikhail Martynov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Martynov throws a series of strikes that have Hirsch backpedaling.
Hirsch doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Martynov counters with a straight right hand.
Martynov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hirsch fails to land the takedown.
Hirsch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Martynov works Hirsch's body with a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Martynov. Hirsch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hirsch seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Martynov has managed to clinch.
Hirsch wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martynov gets through Hirsch's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Martynov is leaning against Hirsch and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Martynov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hirschs head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Martynov is pushing Hirsch up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Martynov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Hirsch takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Martynov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Martynov as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Martynov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hirsch to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES2#
Martynov has his feet on Hirsch's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Martynov loads up on a big right hand but Hirsch slips the punch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A shot in the inside from Martynov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Martynov is pressed up against the cage. Hirsch has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Martynov down to the mat. Martynov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Martynov gets caught napping as Hirsch dives in and scores a takedown. Martynov manages to retain guard.#ES2#
Martynov kicks Hirsch off and gets to his feet. #T2#
Martynov lands a nice shot to the body.
Hirsch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hirsch there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
Hirsch looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Martynov is trying to stand back up but Hirsch is controlling him
Martynov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Hirsch works his way into full mount!
Martynov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#SUB#
Hirsch working for a submission but Martynov is keeping him at bay.
Martynov is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Hirsch has taken his back!#T3#
Martynov is trying to stand back up.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#ES2#
Hirsch has his opponent's back but Martynov is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Hirsch. #TD#
Martynov gets caught napping as Hirsch dives in and scores a takedown. Martynov manages to retain guard.
Martynov wants to get back to his feet but Hirsch is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Martynov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##ES2#
Martynov pushes Hirsch off and scrambles back to his feet.
Hirsch misses with a takedown
and Martynov counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Martynov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Hirsch has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Martynov is trying to keep an underhook but Hirsch manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Martynov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hirsch is on him like a limpet, forcing Martynov back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Martynov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Martynov drives through and clinches with Hirsch against the cage.
Martynov is trying to maintain a safe position but Hirsch gets an underhook and turns Martynov into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hirsch is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Martynov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Martynov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Martynov stalls.
Martynov continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikhail Martynov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Martynov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Martynov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Martynov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hirsch with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Martynov to score with a decent uppercut.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Martynov is trying to defend but Hirsch finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Martynov is trying to stand up here but Hirsch is controlling him well. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martynov wants to get back to his feet.
Mikhail Martynov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1##ES2#
Martynov kicks Hirsch off and gets back to his feet.
Hirsch misses with a takedown
and Martynov counters with a nice uppercut.
Harry Hirsch is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Martynov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hirsch backwards. #TD#
Hirsch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Martynov can't fight it off and eventually Hirsch manages to take the fight to the floor. Martynov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Martynov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
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!
Martynov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mikhail Martynov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Martynov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Martynov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T2#
Hirsch tries for a takedown but Martynov circles away easily
and Martynov counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hirsch gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hirsch slips under a jab from Martynov.
Hirsch with a poor takedown
enabling Martynov to counter with a crisp jab.
Martynov sizes up Hirsch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Martynov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Martynov works Hirsch's body with a nice hook.
Hirsch fails with a takedown attempt.
Hirsch misses with a takedown attempt - Martynov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hirsch is defended easily by Martynov.
Hirsch has his takedown stuffed
and Martynov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harry Hirsch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Hirsch shoots in but no luck this time.
Hirsch with a poor takedown
and Martynov counters with a nice uppercut.
Hirsch looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL2#
Martynov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hirsch, pushing him back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Martynov.
Nice body punch from Martynov.
Martynov landing knees to the head.
#ROC2#Hirsch is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Harry Hirsch has been cut.#BC2#
Martynov manages to break the clinch.
Oh Hirsch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Martynov digs a good hook to Hirsch's body.
Hirsch seems to have got his legs back now.#CL2#
Martynov moves into the clinch.
Martynov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Martynov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Martynov is trying to stall.
Martynov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hirschs head.
Mikhail Martynov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Martynov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Martynov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hirsch backwards.
Martynov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hirsch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Martynov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Martynov stuns Hirsch with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mikhail Martynov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hirsch changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Martynov tries to avoid it but Hirsch manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Martynov to the ground. Martynov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Martynov lands with a nice combination. Hirsch backs away looking to recover.
Martynov clobbers Hirsch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mikhail Martynov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Martynov lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Martynov has closed the distance and engaged Hirsch in a clinch.
Hirsch looking for a takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mikhail Martynov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Martynov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Martynov!
An out of breath Mikhail Martynov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CACC 124: Hirsch vs Pripyat
Date: Sep 27, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Pripyat shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pripyat was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Pripyat
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.
Hirsch is not content to let Pripyat control the position.
Hirsch's coaches at SSJ Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pripyat tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch trying to control here.
Hirsch won't allow Pripyat to pass to mount. #T1#
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Pripyat takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pripyat uses his free foot to push down on Hirsch's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hirsch. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (0) vs (7) Pripyat
Hirsch is desperately trying to improve his position but Pripyat has a good base and remains in mount.
Pripyat tries to control but Hirsch wriggling away.
Hirsch has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (0) vs (10) Pripyat
I really don't envy Hirsch right now.
Pripyat trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hirsch turns into Pripyat and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (10) Pripyat
Pripyat working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hirsch passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (10) Pripyat
Pripyat is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hirsch off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (5) vs (14) Pripyat
Hirsch tries to escape but Pripyat has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hirsch trying to control the hands but Pripyat won't let him. #T3##SUB2#
Pripyat has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hirsch has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Pripyat doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (7) vs (14) Pripyat
Hirsch trying to control but Pripyat is working from the bottom.
Pripyat seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch passes into half guard.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pripyat doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hirsch.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Pripyat is defending the position. #T4#
Hirsch passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Pripyat! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (10) vs (14) Pripyat
Hirsch moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (13) vs (14) Pripyat
Pripyat looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Pripyat defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (16) Pripyat#T5#
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Pripyat from controlling successfully.
Pripyat is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Pripyat might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hirsch haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (16) Pripyat
Pripyat trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (18) vs (16) Pripyat
Pripyat tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away. #T6#
Pripyat is controlling an arm, preventing Hirsch from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#SUB#
Hirsch has hold of Pripyat's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Pripyat manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Pripyat is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Pripyat has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Pripyat is trying to escape the mount.
Pripyat gets back to half guard.
Hirsch wants to advance to full mount but Pripyat doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T7#
Pripyat 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.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
Pripyat is refusing to be controlled, as Hirsch sits in half guard. #SUB#
Hirsch seems to be working for a kimura but Pripyat defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pripyat defends it well.
Hirsch prevents Pripyat from improving his position.#T8#
Hirsch is keen to just control but Pripyat is a slippery customer.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pripyat defends it well. #SUB#
Hirsch is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pripyat slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pripyat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Hirsch passes Pripyat's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pripyat trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Pripyat is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage.
Hirsch works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (21) vs (16) Pripyat
Pripyat wants to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Pripyat is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Hirsch goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Pripyat turns into him and now he's in Hirsch's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (21) vs (18) Pripyat
Pripyat trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom. #T10#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (23) vs (18) Pripyat
Hirsch passes into half guard. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pripyat has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hirsch moves into full mount! Pripyat won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (26) vs (18) Pripyat
Pripyat is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Hirsch looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T11#
Pripyat really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch can't control as he wanted to and Pripyat manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Pripyat moves into full guard.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Pripyat is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Hirsch is tapping! Great win for Pripyat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Karelin Pripyat! |
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Event:
PFC 206 Asham vs Wild 3
Date: Sep 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Makarov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Makarov scores with a sloppy right hand. Hirsch should have avoided that one.
Makarov scores with a leg kick.
Hirsch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Makarov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hirsch steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Makarov.
Hirsch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Hirsch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hirsch has Makarov pushed against the cage.
Hirsch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Makarov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hirsch wants to clinch up but Makarov keeps it at a distance.
Hirsch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Makarov can pounce on him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Makarov.
Hirsch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Makarov throws a sloppy head kick and Hirsch moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Hirsch has managed to clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hirsch.
Makarov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Makarov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hirsch is trying to stall.
Makarov prevents the takedown attempt.
Sergey Makarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
A short right from Makarov. #BC#
Makarov breaks from the clinch.
Makarov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Makarov, as that shot connected.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Makarov stalls.
Makarov can't break the clinch.
#T2##TD2#
Hirsch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Makarov can't fight it off and eventually Hirsch manages to take the fight to the floor. Makarov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch pushing down on Makarov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Makarov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hirsch.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Makarov still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Makarov has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #T3#
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch keeps Makarov under control for a moment.
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Makarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is trying to control Makarov's posture but Makarov avoids it.
Hirsch is not content to let Makarov control the position. #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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Check out the look on Makarov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Makarov working the ground and pound.
Makarov trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Makarov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Hirsch parries the strikes from Makarov easily there. Makarov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hirsch to escape.
Makarov trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.#SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Makarov lands strikes from half guard.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Makarov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Makarov throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Hirsch counters with a takedown into side control.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sergey Makarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Makarov wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
What's Makarov going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Hirsch gets to mount! Makarov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Makarov is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Makarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
Makarov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Makarov lands a couple of digs.
Hirsch is controlling Makarov's posture.
Makarov lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Makarov is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Makarov trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing Makarov from standing up.
Makarov postures up and lands a big shot to Hirsch's brow.
Makarov cracks Hirsch with a solid left hand.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there. #T3#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
Hirsch postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Makarov has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Hirsch walks into a jab.
Makarov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Makarov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
A low kick lands for Makarov.
Makarov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Makarov scores with a leg kick.
Makarov clobbers Hirsch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice cross by Makarov.
Hirsch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Makarov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Makarov lands a glancing blow to the side of Hirsch's head.
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hirsch can do to turn this around?
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!
Good leg kick by Makarov.
Makarov tries to land a front kick but Hirsch steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Makarov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sergey Makarov is winning the standup battle so far.
Makarov catches Hirsch with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Makarov missing with a left hand there. Hirsch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Makarov throws a leg kick but Hirsch checks it.
Hirsch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hirsch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Makarov defends well and Hirsch ends up having to push Makarov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hirsch on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Makarov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Hirsch prevents a body shot from Makarov.
Hirsch is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Makarov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hirsch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Makarov's elbow.
Hirsch tries to land knees in the clinch but Makarov avoids the damage to the body.
Makarov is looking to break free of the clinch but Hirsch has double underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Makarov.
Hirsch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Makarov after a bit of a struggle.
Sergey Makarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
Hirsch has Makarov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Makarov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hirsch trying to control the position but instead, Makarov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hirsch into the cage.#T2#
Makarov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.
Makarov is trying to break the clinch but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Makarov breaks from the clinch.
Makarov throws a head kick that misses.
Hirsch's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves away
and Makarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy left from Makarov finds it's target.
Hirsch drops his hands momentarily and Makarov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Makarov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Makarov digs a good body shot into Hirsch's ribs.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves out of range.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves out of range.
Makarov is looking to counter punch.
Makarov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hirsch's sensitive parts.
Harry Hirsch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Nice cross by Makarov.
Makarov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sergey Makarov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A chopping leg kick lands by Makarov.
Hirsch tries a head kick but it misses.
Makarov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hirsch walks into a left hand.
Hirsch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hirsch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hirsch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makarov.
#CL2#
Hirsch clinches up with Makarov and pushes him back against the cage.
Hirsch is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Makarov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T4#
Makarov is trying to push Hirsch away but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hirsch has a couple of punches blocked by Makarov.
Makarov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#TD2#
Hirsch has Makarov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hirsch pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Makarov tumbling to the mat - Hirsch dives into Makarov's guard.
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!
Makarov looking to control.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Makarov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Makarov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Makarov!
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Event:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES CARD 3
Date: Aug 17, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hozdic sprawls well. Hozdic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hirsch gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Hozdic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hozdic showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hozdic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hozdic prevents Hirsch from improving his position.#T1#
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for subs off his back but Hozdic has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hozdic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Hozdic keeps him under control.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Hozdic#T3#
Hozdic trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hozdic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Hozdic is proving a slippery customer.
Hozdic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch wants to control the position but Hozdic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T4#
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch has a hand on Hozdic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hozdic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (7) Hozdic
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (10) Hozdic
Hirsch trying to control the position but Hozdic manages to sink in the hooks.
Our spies down at at Hell's Balls Gym inform us that Hozdic has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully.
Hirsch tries to escape but Hozdic has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5#
Hirsch wants to control his opponent's hands but Hozdic gets his hands free.
Hozdic doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (10) Hozdic
Hozdic looking to control.
Hozdic pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T6#
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T7#
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (12) Hozdic
Hozdic trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Hirsch has an active guard here but Hozdic has managed to pass into half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Hirsch wants to control the action here but instead Hozdic manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (15) Hozdic
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead Hozdic has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (18) Hozdic
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Hirsch looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hozdic.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Hozdic just sinks the hooks in.
Hozdic is trying to stick to Hirsch's back but Hirsch is turning into Hozdic. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hozdic's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hirsch. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (18) Hozdic#T10#
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hozdic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hozdic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hirsch trying to control but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Hozdic is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.#T11#
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Hozdic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (20) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T12#
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hozdic stands and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (23) Hozdic
Hirsch tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T13#
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Hozdic has control of the leg.
Hirsch trying to get back to full guard but Hozdic takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (6) vs (26) Hozdic
Hozdic controlling the pace for now.
Hozdic seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hirsch is holding on tight.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T14#
Hozdic wants to take Hirsch's back here but Hirsch is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hozdic manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hirsch to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (6) vs (29) Hozdic
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Will Hozdic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 29 to 6.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
CACC 112
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 17 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Hirsch tries to score a body lock takedown but Sparxx shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sparxx prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hirsch prevents the takedown attempt.
Sparxx can't get the takedown.
Hirsch has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sparxx is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sparxx is looking for a takedown.
Hirsch prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sparxx is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Hirsch gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hirsch stops a takedown attempt from Sparxx.
#TD#
Hirsch has hold of one of Sparxx's legs. Sparxx is fighting the takedown attempt but Hirsch gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch 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#
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Hirsch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sparxx manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hirsch has Sparxx in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Sparxx
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Hirsch has an active guard here but Sparxx has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2#
Sparxx is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg.
Hirsch preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Hirsch is staying active underneath Sparxx, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
Sparxx controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Sparxx seems to be working for a kimura but Hirsch defends the submission attempt.
Hirsch won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.#T4#
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Sparxx#SUB#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch is keen to just control but Sparxx is a slippery customer.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sparxx keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #T5#
Hirsch controlling the action here.
Sparxx slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch postures up.
#T6#
Sparxx manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hirsch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hirsch looking for a guillotine here but Sparxx defends easily.
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck. #T7#
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Sparxx won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch looking for a sweep. Not yet Hirsch, not yet.
Hirsch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sparxx manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (4) Sparxx
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Sparxx looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hirsch passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (4) Sparxx#T8#
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom here.
Sparxx tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away. #T9#
Sparxx tries to improve position but can't.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working. #SUB#
Hirsch swings around for an armbar but Sparxx sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (9) vs (6) Sparxx
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Sparxx passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (9) Sparxx
Hirsch looking for a sweep but Sparxx has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (9) vs (11) Sparxx
Sparxx pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T11#
Sparxx controlling his opponent.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hirsch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Hirsch is squirming around nicely.
Hirsch wants to control but Sparxx is having none of it.
Hirsch has given up his back here. Will Sparxx look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (9) vs (14) Sparxx#T12#
Hirsch tries to break free.
Well, with Sparxx on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Hirsch is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Hirsch staying busy and making it hard for Sparxx to control.
Sparxx has the hooks in. Hirsch is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hirsch is keeping busy.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Sparxx looking for the RNC.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sparxx's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Hirsch preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sparxx.
Hirsch turns into Sparxx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (14) Sparxx
Hirsch trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom. #T14#
Hirsch passes Sparxx's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hirsch is trying to control the action in half guard but Sparxx is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Sparxx trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (14) vs (14) Sparxx
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Hirsch gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 15 to 14.
Harry Hirsch retains his heavyweight title!
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CACC 108
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 12 losses; Maxim Bok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Bok shoots in and bounces Hirsch off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bok (2) vs (0) Hirsch
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.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Bok tries to pass.
Bok might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bok postures up.
Bok won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bok's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bok (2) vs (2) Hirsch
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Bok wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Bok looking to control.
Bok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bok, not yet.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Bok is keeping the position.
Hirsch is pushing down on Bok's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bok is fighting to maintain full guard but Hirsch has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bok is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
Bok is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bok's coaches at Mello MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB#
Bok looking for submissions off his back.
Bok desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch is trying to control. Bok wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hirsch is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bok (2) vs (5) Hirsch
Bok is looking to get to half guard.
Bok gets back to half guard.
Hirsch is stalling here. Bok is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hirsch seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bok has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bok (6) vs (5) Hirsch
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T4#
Bok trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Bok wants to control for a moment but Hirsch uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Bok looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hirsch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5#
Bok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bok wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Bok keeps him under control.
Bok is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch gets full guard.
Bok tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Bok postures up.
Hirsch might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bok haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T6#
Bok looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bok pushes down on Hirsch's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bok's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bok's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bok (6) vs (9) Hirsch#SUB2#
Hirsch working for the choke.
Hirsch has the hooks in. Bok is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Bok has hold of Hirsch's leg, trying to break free but it's let Hirsch lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Bok is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Hirsch throws him to one side and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 10, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Seppo Sepi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Sepi closes the distance and clinches.
Sepi really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
Hirsch is fighting off a takedown attempt but Sepi is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Hirsch to the mat. Hirsch regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sepi (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch 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.
Sepi wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Sepi controlling him for the moment.
Sepi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Sepi won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sepi sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Hirsch trying to hold on to Sepi's head to control him but Sepi postures up.
Hirsch has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Sepi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2##SUB2#
Hirsch actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Sepi is working for a kimura but Hirsch is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Sepi uses his free foot to push down on Hirsch's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hirsch. Score +3 for passing guard: Sepi (5) vs (0) Hirsch#SUB#
Sepi jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Hirsch is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Hirsch and Sepi has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Hirsch regains half guard.
Sepi prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Sepi trying to pass the guard but Hirsch defending well.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Sepi tries to pass to full mount but Hirsch defends it. #T4#
Still in half guard, Sepi seems content to control.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Sepi has control of the leg.
Sepi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Sepi's head to control him but Sepi postures up.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Sepi is controlling well.
Sepi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working. #T5#
Hirsch trying to hold on to Sepi's head to control him but Sepi postures up.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Sepi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hirsch is just riding it out for now. Sepi eventually gives up the hold.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Sepi is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.#T6#
Hirsch tries to roll over but Sepi keeps him under control.
Sepi passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sepi (8) vs (0) Hirsch
Sepi happy to just control the position for now.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.#T7##SUB#
Sepi is trying to get an arm triangle but Hirsch is defending well.
Hirsch tries to buck Sepi off but Sepi is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to bench press Sepi off him but Sepi keeps the position.
Hirsch is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Sepi is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sepi (10) vs (0) Hirsch
Sepi avoids the attempt from Hirsch to control.
Sepi moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Sepi (13) vs (0) Hirsch#T8#
Sepi biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sepi keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
Sepi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch trying to control the hands but Sepi won't let him.
Hirsch tries to escape but Sepi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hirsch is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sepi.
#T9##SUB#
Sepi is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Hirsch showing good submission defense here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB#
Sepi is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hirsch has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Sepi not allowing Hirsch to control his hands. #T10#
Hirsch is trying to break free.
Sepi doesn't have the hooks in and Hirsch manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepi (13) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Hirsch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sepi manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hirsch has Sepi in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sepi (15) vs (2) Hirsch
Sepi passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Sepi (18) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch being controlled for a moment. #T11#
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Sepi keeps moving and retains side control.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sepi trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sepi's best efforts.
Sepi prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.#T12#
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sepi wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Sepi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Sepi pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch is trying to keep Sepi in close.
#T13#
Sepi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sepi 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.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sepi is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Hirsch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T14##SUB2#
Hirsch working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sepi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sepi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hirsch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sepi forces his way into half guard.
Sepi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepi wants to take a breather but Hirsch is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sepi takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Seppo Sepi thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 10 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Majere rushes Hirsch and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Majere is trying to pull guard but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.
Majere is trying to pull guard but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.
Majere prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Hirsch gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Majere
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Majere won't allow it. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Majere is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage.
Majere is looking to improve his position.
Majere has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Majere is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Majere is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Majere
Majere is looking to reverse the position.#T1##SUB#
Hirsch tries for a kimura but Majere is defending well.
Majere struggling a bit here.
Majere tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Hirsch working away.#SUB#
Hirsch thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Majere manages to get back to half guard.
Majere wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
#T2#
Majere is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Majere tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hirsch uses his free foot to push down on Majere's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Majere. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Majere
Majere is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hirsch wants to take Majere's back here but Majere is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Majere tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Majere gets back to half guard.#T3#
Majere gets full guard.#SUB2#
Majere is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hirsch is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Majere looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hirsch is one step ahead there.
Hirsch passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Majere
Majere wants to control but Hirsch postures up.#SUB#
Hirsch is trying to get an arm triangle but Majere is defending well.
Hirsch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Majere's legs. #T4#
Majere tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Majere is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but Majere denies him.
Majere is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Majere is working from the bottom.
Hirsch working away.#T5##SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Majere has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Majere is working from the bottom.
Majere tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Majere struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Majere has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Majere keeps working. #T6##SUB#
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Majere is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Hirsch tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hirsch has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Hirsch thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Majere manages to get back to half guard.
Majere is trying to get back to full guard.
Majere trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Majere is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage. #T7#
Majere is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Majere is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Majere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Majere is not content to let Hirsch control the position.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Majere defends it well.
Majere is looking to control Hirsch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Majere avoid being mounted?
Majere is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T8#
Majere wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
Majere keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Majere gets back to full guard.
Majere has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Majere swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Majere keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully. #T9#
Hirsch is looking to pass into half guard but Majere pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Majere is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Majere
Majere trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Majere won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Majere's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Majere
Hirsch is fighting to break Majere's control of his arms but Majere is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch stopping the sweep attempt from Majere.
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T10#
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Majere keeps moving.
Majere trying to control the position.
Majere pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch 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.
Majere is adopting a defensive guard.
Majere wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment. #T11#
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Majere is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Majere bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (4) Majere
Hirsch is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (4) Majere#SUB#
Hirsch is working for a kimura but Majere is defending it quite comfortably.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Majere is having none of it.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Majere defends it. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Majere defends it well. #T12#
Majere has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hirsch is working away from the top position though.
Majere slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Majere keeps moving.
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
Majere is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Majere wants to improve his position but Hirsch is controlling well.
#T13#
Hirsch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hirsch is pressing down on Majere's thigh, looking to free his foot. Majere is holding on for now.
Majere is trying to control but can't.
Majere holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hirsch perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Majere is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch is thwarting Majere's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Majere is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage. #T14#
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Majere is having none of it. #SUB#
Hirsch is working for a kimura but Majere is defending it quite comfortably.
Majere tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Majere moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Majere looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Majere keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
Hirsch sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Majere's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 15 to 4.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CACC 94
Date: May 30, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Hugues Dupont!
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch darts in looking for a takedown but Dupont gets double underhooks and turns Hirsch into the ropes.
Dupont with the counter takedown but Hirsch avoids it easily.
Hirsch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
No luck for Hirsch with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Dupont#SUB2#
Dupont looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Dupont actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dupont is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dupont looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Dupont looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB2#
Dupont looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Dupont is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dupont looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dupont looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dupont does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Dupont defends it. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura but Dupont is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hirsch to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Dupont looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch is pressing down on Dupont's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dupont is holding on for now. #T2##SUB2#
Dupont looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Dupont looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Dupont
Dupont really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Hirsch is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Hirsch!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Harry Hirsch!
A very excited looking Harry Hirsch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CACC 88
Date: May 10, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2648 p4p, 287 weight class) and Ren Naga-Wing (ranked 4449 p4p, 425 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 15 losses; Ren Naga-Wing!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Naga-Wing forces Hirsch back against the ropes and clinches.
Hirsch has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Naga-Wing regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Naga-Wing
Naga-Wing looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Naga-Wing looking to control.
Hirsch controls from within his opponent's guard.
Naga-Wing is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Naga-Wing is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Naga-Wing swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Naga-Wing looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Naga-Wing pulls Hirsch in to control the position.
Hirsch stands and throws Naga-Wing's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Naga-Wing
Hirsch tries for a kimura but Naga-Wing is defending well.
Naga-Wing is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing stops Hirsch from passing to mount.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Naga-Wing is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch looking to control but instead Naga-Wing has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Hirsch prevents Naga-Wing from improving his position.
Hirsch is thwarting Naga-Wing's attempts to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch seems to be working for a kimura but Naga-Wing defends the submission attempt.
Naga-Wing is staying active underneath Hirsch, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch is trying to control. Naga-Wing wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing is in trouble now - Hirsch has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Naga-Wing
Hirsch can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Naga-Wing is looking to escape.
Hirsch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Naga-Wing holds on to Hirsch as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Naga-Wing tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch trying to control but Naga-Wing is having none of it.
Hirsch fails to advance to Naga-Wing's back.
Hirsch looking to control but Naga-Wing is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Naga-Wing stops Hirsch from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Naga-Wing keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Naga-Wing is squirming around nicely.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to take Naga-Wing's back but he can't do it this time.
Hirsch wants to control but instead Naga-Wing manages to regain half guard.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Naga-Wing is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is looking to stall here but Naga-Wing recovers full guard.
Naga-Wing is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Naga-Wing controlling the position.
Naga-Wing is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Naga-Wing
Hirsch trying to control the position but Naga-Wing is working away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Hirsch goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Naga-Wing rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hirsch's guard! Nice work there by Naga-Wing! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Naga-Wing
Naga-Wing trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch is looking to sweep but instead, Naga-Wing has passed into half guard.
Hirsch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hirsch.
Naga-Wing wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in AREA 51 GROUND inform me that Naga-Wing has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Naga-Wing tries to pass.
Naga-Wing trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch working for a triangle but Naga-Wing defends it easily.
Naga-Wing trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch wants to hit a sweep here but Naga-Wing passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hirsch there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (5) Naga-Wing
Hirsch can't escape the position.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Naga-Wing pushes him away.
Hirsch is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Hirsch is desperately trying to improve his position but Naga-Wing has a good base and remains in mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (11) vs (8) Naga-Wing
Naga-Wing patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hirsch is really stuck here.
Naga-Wing looking for the choke but no joy.
Hirsch tries to escape but Naga-Wing has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hirsch defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Hirsch wants to control his opponent's hands but Naga-Wing gets his hands free.
Hirsch is really stuck here.
Well, with Naga-Wing on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Hirsch is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Hirsch preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Naga-Wing.
Naga-Wing controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch breaks Naga-Wing's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (8) Naga-Wing
Hirsch has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Naga-Wing is pulling down on Hirsch's head. It's preventing any offense from Hirsch, at least for the moment.
Hirsch stands and throws Naga-Wing's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (8) Naga-Wing
Hirsch goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Naga-Wing rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hirsch's guard! Nice work there by Naga-Wing! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (16) vs (10) Naga-Wing
Naga-Wing preventing the sweep.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
Hirsch is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Naga-Wing jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (13) Naga-Wing
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
Naga-Wing is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hirsch is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hirsch tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 16 to 13.
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 82
Date: May 02, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2595 p4p, 276 weight class) and Johnny Bolivar (ranked 7552 p4p, 553 weight class). Bolivar has chosen Superman Theme as his entrance music. Harry Hirsch has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Johnny Bolivar!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Bolivar
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch trying to control but Bolivar is working from the bottom.
Bolivar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bolivar keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bolivar is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolivar is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Bolivar
Bolivar prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bolivar is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Bolivar is controlling well.
Bolivar tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hirsch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Bolivar is trying to control the action in half guard but Hirsch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Hirsch is pulling down on Bolivar's head. It's preventing any offense from Bolivar, at least for the moment.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar preventing the sweep.
Bolivar showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bolivar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Bolivar postures up.
Bolivar tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Bolivar stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch looking to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) Bolivar
Bolivar is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hirsch has escaped the position, nice work there.
Bolivar looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bolivar's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bolivar seems to be working for a kimura but Hirsch defends the submission attempt.
Hirsch holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bolivar trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Bolivar is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hirsch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
Bolivar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Bolivar must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Bolivar tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Bolivar trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Bolivar is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bolivar is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bolivar won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Bolivar drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hirsch dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (5) Bolivar
Bolivar can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hirsch controls the pace.
Bolivar trying to control the position.
Bolivar keeping full guard, as Hirsch tries to pass.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch 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.
Bolivar looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Bolivar keeps moving.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bolivar swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolivar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bolivar swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch passes Bolivar's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hirsch trying to control from half guard but Bolivar is working away.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Bolivar is defending the position.
Hirsch is keen to just control but Bolivar is a slippery customer.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bolivar is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bolivar wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Hirsch looking to sit in guard and control but Bolivar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (7) Bolivar
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Bolivar tries to pass.
Bolivar wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bolivar's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (7) Bolivar
Hirsch trying to control but Bolivar is working from the bottom.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Bolivar is keeping the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Bolivar keeps moving.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Bolivar keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Bolivar trying to keep a closed guard but Hirsch is proving a slippery customer.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar 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.
Bolivar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bolivar seems keen to control Hirsch's posture.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolivar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch won't allow Bolivar to sweep him here.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bolivar is keeping the position for now.
Bolivar working a defensive guard here.
Bolivar keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Bolivar wants to sweep but no luck.
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolivar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bolivar is trying to keep Hirsch in close.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bolivar keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Bolivar controls Hirsch momentarily but Hirsch frees himself.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Bolivar is keeping the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch passes into half guard.
Hirsch trying to control the pace.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Bolivar is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bolivar is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hirsch uses his free foot to push down on Bolivar's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bolivar. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (7) Bolivar
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 29 (265lbs, D2): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Dock (ranked 1771 p4p, 0 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2542 p4p, 258 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Dock might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to The Hangover Soundtrack- Iko Iko. Bob Dock is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bob Dock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Dean Styles and Columbo Gatti.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch shoots in and gets a takedown into Dock's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dock (0) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dock has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dock really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hirsch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hirsch has managed to get both his arms back between Dock's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dock has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hirsch doesn't defend quickly enough and Dock has managed to lock this one up! Can Hirsch escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Dock on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bob Dock! |
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Event:
CACC 72
Date: Mar 29, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rickson Silva (ranked 21645 p4p, 435 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2578 p4p, 256 weight class). On his way into the ring it seems that Rickson Silva has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Rickson Silva seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Rickson Silva ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch fails with a takedown attempt.
Silva tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hirsch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Silva fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch has managed to clinch.
Silva ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Silva no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Silva is keeping the position.
Silva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hirsch defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silva is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Silva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hirsch defends it easily.
Silva is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hirsch is aware though and is defending well.
Silva has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Silva working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hirsch has passed into half guard!
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is pressing down on Silva 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Silva is holding on for now.
Silva trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
Silva tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva is trying to maintain the position but Hirsch is very close to passing his half guard.
Hirsch wants to work for an arm triangle but Silva is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch wants to control but Silva is keeping him busy.
Silva is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch is trying to control. Silva wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Silva defends it.
Silva wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva is trying to control but Hirsch manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (0) vs (3) Hirsch
Silva tries to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Silva is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
Silva stops Hirsch from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Silva tries to improve his position but Hirsch has taken his back! Hirsch has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Silva tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Hirsch pushes Silva away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 61
Date: Mar 01, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2570 p4p, 247 weight class) and Fray Tormenta (ranked 666 p4p, 19 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Fray Tormenta!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hirsch lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Tormenta
Hirsch controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tormenta is looking for a triangle but Hirsch pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Tormenta is retaining full guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Tormenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Tormenta is keeping the position.
Hirsch forces his way into half guard.
Hirsch is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tormenta has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Kevin Spacey`s Basement of Doom. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Tormenta is refusing to be controlled, as Hirsch sits in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tormenta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tormenta is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch is looking to advance position but Tormenta won't allow it.
Hirsch is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Tormenta doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Hirsch 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 Tormenta - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Fray Tormenta!
Fray Tormenta thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 55
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2605 p4p, 252 weight class) and Pele Ronaldo (ranked 5127 p4p, 403 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Pele Ronaldo!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Ronaldo
Ronaldo manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Ronaldo
Ronaldo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Ronaldo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (6) vs (2) Ronaldo
Ronaldo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hirsch escapes and throws Ronaldo's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (2) Ronaldo
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ronaldo tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch controls the position.
Hirsch has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (11) vs (2) Ronaldo
Ronaldo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ronaldo 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 fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ronaldo keeps trying to improve his position.
Ronaldo is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch controlling from the full mount.
Ronaldo working to try and regain half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to take his opponent's back but Ronaldo doesn't allow it.
Hirsch swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Ronaldo is now in Hirsch's guard. A big mistake from Hirsch there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (11) vs (4) Ronaldo
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ronaldo wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Ronaldo preventing the sweep.
Ronaldo postures up.
Ronaldo wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Ronaldo wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Ronaldo trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ronaldo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (4) Ronaldo
Hirsch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ronaldo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hirsch has managed to get both his arms back between Ronaldo's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Ronaldo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ronaldo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hirsch trying to control but Ronaldo is working from the bottom.
Ronaldo looking to control.
Ronaldo wants to hit a switch here but Hirsch passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ronaldo there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (4) Ronaldo
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ronaldo is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (19) vs (4) Ronaldo
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Ronaldo from escaping the position.
Ronaldo 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 Hirsch gets his way!
Ronaldo tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
What can Ronaldo do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ronaldo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hirsch's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hirsch avoiding Ronaldo 's attempts to control his hands.
Ronaldo showing good submission defense here.
Hirsch is looking to control Ronaldo but Ronaldo is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Ronaldo tries to break free.
Hirsch wants to control but Ronaldo is keeping busy.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ronaldo defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Hirsch's arms.
Hirsch working for a choke but Ronaldo is defending well.
Hirsch keeps control of the position as Ronaldo tries to break free.
Hirsch working for a choke but Ronaldo is defending well.
Hirsch looking for the choke from the back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Ronaldo right now.
Hirsch trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Ronaldo trying to control the hands but Hirsch breaks the grip.
Hirsch working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Ronaldo breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (19) vs (6) Ronaldo
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Ronaldo postures up.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Ronaldo from controlling successfully.
Ronaldo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hirsch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hirsch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hirsch! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (23) vs (6) Ronaldo
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ronaldo tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Ronaldo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ronaldo wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch has control of an arm but Ronaldo manages to advance to Hirsch's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (23) vs (10) Ronaldo
Hirsch rolls, trying to escape but Ronaldo keeps control of the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ronaldo's arms.
Hirsch wants to escape the position.
Hirsch tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Ronaldo looking for a guillotine from mount but Hirsch is having none of it.
Ronaldo with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Ronaldo keeps him under control.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ronaldo trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ronaldo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Ronaldo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ronaldo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ronaldo is aware though and is defending well.
Ronaldo is pushing down on Hirsch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hirsch is fighting to maintain full guard but Ronaldo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Ronaldo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch wants to control but Ronaldo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Ronaldo has control of the leg.
Ronaldo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ronaldo prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ronaldo is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ronaldo is trying to control. Hirsch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Ronaldo keeps him under control.
Ronaldo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hirsch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ronaldo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ronaldo's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (27) vs (10) Ronaldo
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control but Ronaldo is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Ronaldo right now.
Hirsch trying to control.
Ronaldo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ronaldo is trying to break free.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Ronaldo manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (27) vs (12) Ronaldo
Ronaldo wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ronaldo defends it easily.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Ronaldo tries to pass.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch looking to control.
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hirsch working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ronaldo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ronaldo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ronaldo won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Ronaldo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ronaldo stands and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (27) vs (15) Ronaldo
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 27 to 15.
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CACC 47
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2597 p4p, 254 weight class) and Mario Eikmeyer (ranked 4504 p4p, 378 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Mario Eikmeyer!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Eikmeyer shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hirsch napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (0) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch manages to get back to half guard.
Eikmeyer is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hirsch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Eikmeyer.
Eikmeyer is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Eikmeyer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Eikmeyer pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Eikmeyer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hirsch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hirsch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Eikmeyer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Eikmeyer throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hirsch escapes and throws Eikmeyer's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Hirsch tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hirsch is trying to get an arm triangle but Eikmeyer is defending well.
Eikmeyer is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Eikmeyer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Eikmeyer is defending the position.
Hirsch moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Eikmeyer. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Eikmeyer is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Eikmeyer tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Eikmeyer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch wants to control but Eikmeyer is keeping him busy.
Eikmeyer actively working from the bottom here.
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Eikmeyer defends it well.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Eikmeyer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Eikmeyer looking for subs from the bottom but Hirsch mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Hirsch tries to control but Eikmeyer wriggling away.
Eikmeyer is looking to improve his position but Hirsch isn't that keen on the idea.
Eikmeyer keeps trying to improve his position.
Hirsch trying to control but Eikmeyer is having none of it.
Eikmeyer tries to reverse the position but Hirsch maintains control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch looking to control but Eikmeyer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Eikmeyer is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch looking to secure an arm triangle but Eikmeyer defends it well.
Hirsch tries to control but Eikmeyer wriggling away.
Eikmeyer wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (14) vs (4) Eikmeyer
Eikmeyer tries to break free.
Hirsch is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Eikmeyer tries to roll but Hirsch sticks to his back.
Hirsch patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Eikmeyer rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Eikmeyer staying busy and making it hard for Hirsch to control.
Eikmeyer showing good submission defense here.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Eikmeyer manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (14) vs (6) Eikmeyer
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Eikmeyer defends it easily.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Eikmeyer drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Eikmeyer jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hirsch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Eikmeyer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hirsch is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Eikmeyer has gone for a leg lock! Hirsch slips out almost immediately though and dives into Eikmeyer's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (16) vs (6) Eikmeyer
Eikmeyer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hirsch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Eikmeyer keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Eikmeyer looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hirsch has picked Eikmeyer up and slammed him! Eikmeyer can't keep hold of the triangle and Hirsch manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (19) vs (6) Eikmeyer
Hirsch tries to move to mount but Eikmeyer blocks the move with his legs.
Eikmeyer wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Hirsch has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Eikmeyer's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Eikmeyer is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Hirsch!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 39
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lucio Francisco Carmo (ranked 2109 p4p, 214 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2572 p4p, 243 weight class). Carmo's entrance music is Rolling Stones - Paint it, Black. A fine choice. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Lucio Francisco Carmo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch dives in and grabs Carmo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Carmo pushes down on Hirsch's head and hops out.
Harry Hirsch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hirsch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Carmo defends it nicely.
Carmo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hirsch changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Carmo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lucio Francisco Carmo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but Carmo shows good takedown defense.
Carmo rushes Hirsch and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Hirsch is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Carmo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Carmo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hirsch prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch tries to score a body lock takedown but Carmo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hirsch gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Carmo.
Carmo drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Carmo wants to improve his position but instead Hirsch has moved into half guard.
Carmo is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hirsch wants to free his trapped foot but Carmo is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Carmo manages to get to full guard.
Carmo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Carmo keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Carmo is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Carmo (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Carmo trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hirsch looking to control.
Hirsch working for a triangle but Carmo defends it easily.
Carmo wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Carmo defends it easily.
Carmo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Carmo wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Carmo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is looking for a triangle here but Carmo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Carmo (5) vs (0) Hirsch
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Carmo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is trying to maintain the position but Carmo is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Carmo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Carmo has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Carmo from controlling successfully.
Carmo passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Carmo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hirsch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Carmo seems to be working for a kimura but Hirsch defends the submission attempt.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Carmo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Carmo is looking for a kimura here.
Hirsch slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch wants to sweep but no luck.
Our spies down at at Empire Vale Tudo inform us that Hirsch has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Carmo postures up.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Carmo from controlling successfully.
Carmo showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hirsch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Carmo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hirsch looking to control but Carmo passes into half guard.
Carmo is looking for a kimura but Hirsch is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Carmo to get the leverage.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is refusing to be controlled, as Carmo sits in half guard.
Hirsch wants to control but Carmo is keeping busy.
Hirsch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Carmo pulls his head out easily.
Hirsch tries to get to full guard but Carmo has control of the leg.
Carmo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hirsch is staying active underneath Carmo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Carmo is controlling well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Carmo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hirsch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hirsch tries to roll over but Carmo keeps him under control.
Hirsch is pressing down on Carmo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Carmo pushes his legs off easily.
Carmo postures up.
Carmo pushing down on Hirsch's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hirsch is refusing to be controlled, as Carmo sits in half guard.
Carmo wants to work for an arm triangle but Hirsch is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Hirsch keeping moving, preventing Carmo from controlling successfully.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Carmo controlling him for the moment.
Carmo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Carmo wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Carmo defends it easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Carmo looking to pass the guard.
Carmo trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Carmo is one step ahead there.
Carmo wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Carmo has passed into half guard!
Hirsch wants to control but Carmo is keeping busy.
Hirsch is in trouble now - Carmo has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Carmo (8) vs (0) Hirsch
Carmo controlling from the full mount.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position but Carmo isn't that keen on the idea.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Carmo postures up.
Carmo looking to control but Hirsch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Carmo swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hirsch is now in Carmo's guard. A big mistake from Carmo there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Carmo (8) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hirsch won't allow Carmo to sweep him here.
Carmo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Carmo working for a triangle but Hirsch defends it easily.
Carmo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Carmo (8) vs (5) Hirsch
Carmo tries to bench press Hirsch off him but Hirsch keeps the position.
Hirsch is trying to get an arm triangle but Carmo is defending well.
Hirsch laying and praying for a moment but Carmo takes advantage and regains half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Carmo tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Carmo keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is looking for a kimura here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Carmo takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
An out of breath Lucio Francisco Carmo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CACC 32
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Thiago Araujo (ranked 1816 p4p, 194 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2531 p4p, 245 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Thiago Araujo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Araujo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Araujo (4) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo working away.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Araujo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Araujo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch tries to buck Araujo off but Araujo is having none of it.
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hirsch gets full guard.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Araujo tries to pass.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Araujo postures up.
Araujo trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Araujo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (7) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hirsch has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control but Araujo postures up.
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Araujo keeps moving and retains side control.
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Araujo passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (10) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo tries for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
Araujo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Araujo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hirsch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Araujo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hirsch is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Araujo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hirsch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back.
Araujo is working for a kimura but Hirsch is defending it quite comfortably.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Araujo stands and throws Hirsch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (13) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Araujo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Araujo wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
Araujo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Araujo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Araujo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Araujo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Araujo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hirsch is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is trying to control but can't.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Araujo passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (16) vs (0) Hirsch
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Araujo laying and praying for a moment but Hirsch takes advantage and regains half guard.
Araujo wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is defending well.
Araujo prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch actively working from the bottom here.
Araujo trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
Araujo seems to be looking for submissions.
Araujo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Araujo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch keeping hold of Araujo's head, controlling as best he can.
Hirsch wants to control but Araujo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch is pressing down on Araujo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Araujo passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (19) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hirsch is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Araujo working away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to regain half guard here but Araujo keeps moving and retains side control.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
Araujo tries for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is trying to control Araujo's posture but Araujo avoids it.
Araujo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hirsch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Araujo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.
Araujo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Araujo is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Araujo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hirsch, who protects the arm well.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Araujo's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
Araujo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Araujo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hirsch is defending against the submission attempts here by Araujo.
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Araujo is working away from the top position though.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Araujo is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Araujo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hirsch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Araujo is trying to work for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
Araujo is thwarting Hirsch's attempts to control the position.
Araujo wants to work for an arm triangle but Hirsch is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep. Araujo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Araujo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Araujo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Araujo is working away from the top position though.
Hirsch might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Araujo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Araujo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Araujo is looking for a kimura here.
Araujo is working for a kimura but Hirsch is defending it quite comfortably.
Araujo trying to mount his opponent but Hirsch defends it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Araujo moves into full mount! Hirsch won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (22) vs (0) Hirsch
Araujo wants to control the pace but Hirsch is squirming around nicely.
Hirsch slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Araujo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Araujo is keen to just control but Hirsch is a slippery customer.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Araujo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Araujo's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Araujo (22) vs (4) Hirsch
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Araujo manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hirsch's guard. Nice work there by Araujo.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Araujo (24) vs (4) Hirsch
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Araujo is one step ahead there.
Araujo advances to half guard.
Araujo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hirsch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Araujo.
Araujo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Araujo is controlling well.
Araujo is trying to work for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Araujo is pushing down on Hirsch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hirsch is fighting to maintain full guard but Araujo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hirsch regains full guard. Nicely done.
Araujo passes Hirsch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Araujo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Araujo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Araujo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (27) vs (4) Hirsch
And that's the end of the fight!
Araujo takes the fight on points by 27 to 4. |
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Event:
CACC 25
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Torkel Bystrom (ranked 3751 p4p, 337 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2434 p4p, 249 weight class). The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Torkel Bystrom! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hirsch.
Hirsch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bystrom pinned against the ropes. Bystrom gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hirsch enables Bystrom to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hirsch manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bystrom (2) vs (0) Hirsch
Bystrom tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch has his foot on Bystrom's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bystrom works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bystrom 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 fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Bystrom drops back looking for a leg! Hirsch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hirsch manages to kick Bystrom off! Bystrom jumps back into Hirsch's guard.
Bystrom trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hirsch has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bystrom doesn't defend quickly enough and Hirsch has managed to lock this one up! Can Bystrom escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hirsch on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Harry Hirsch!
During a confident post fight interview, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 18
Date: Nov 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2366 p4p, 250 weight class) and Tembo Laibon (ranked 22106 p4p, 509 weight class). This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Tembo Laibon!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hirsch was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hirsch (4) vs (0) Laibon
Laibon tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Laibon felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Laibon looking for a sweep but Hirsch has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (6) vs (0) Laibon
Hirsch tries to control but Laibon wriggling away.
Laibon is trying to reverse the position but instead Hirsch has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (9) vs (0) Laibon
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laibon tries to escape the position.
I would not like to be Laibon right now.
Laibon just trying to survive but Hirsch is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Laibon tries to break free.
Laibon is still trying to improve position.
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Laibon pushed the leg off.
Laibon can't escape the position.
Laibon is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch biding his time, controlling Laibon.
Hirsch tries to get the hooks in deep but Laibon pushed the leg off.
Laibon rolls, trying to escape but Hirsch keeps control of the position.
Good control from Hirsch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Laibon breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (9) vs (2) Laibon
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hirsch working for a triangle but Laibon defends it easily.
Laibon 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.
Laibon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hirsch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Laibon defends well.
Laibon passes Hirsch's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hirsch is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Laibon passes Hirsch's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
Hirsch working for a triangle but Laibon defends it easily.
Laibon advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (9) vs (5) Laibon
Laibon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Laibon off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hirsch (13) vs (5) Laibon
Hirsch is not going to allow Laibon to sit and survive in this position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laibon breaks Hirsch's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (13) vs (7) Laibon
Hirsch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Laibon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laibon has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch can't keep his opponent in guard - Laibon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Laibon is controlling well.
Laibon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hirsch sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch is pressing down on Laibon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Laibon controlling him for the moment.
Laibon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laibon has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Laibon has gone for a leg lock! Hirsch slips out almost immediately though and dives into Laibon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (15) vs (7) Laibon
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Laibon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hirsch passes into half guard.
Laibon wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (18) vs (7) Laibon
Hirsch moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (20) vs (7) Laibon
Laibon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch passes into side control, despite Laibon's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (23) vs (7) Laibon
Laibon sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch prevents Laibon from improving his position.
Hirsch passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (26) vs (7) Laibon
Laibon defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hirsch.
Laibon tries to control Hirsch's body but Hirsch pushes him off. Laibon squirms to his side and now Hirsch has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (29) vs (7) Laibon
Hirsch trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Laibon doesn't escape.
A lull in the action here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Laibon tries to escape but Hirsch has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Laibon is keeping busy.
Laibon wants to control his opponent's hands but Hirsch gets his hands free.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Laibon manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (29) vs (9) Laibon
Hirsch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hirsch wants to sweep here but Laibon controlling him for the moment.
Laibon advances to half guard.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Laibon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laibon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laibon has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
Hirsch keeping full guard, as Laibon tries to pass.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Laibon is proving a slippery customer.
Laibon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hirsch is keeping the position for now.
Laibon trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hirsch is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Laibon drops back looking for a leg! Hirsch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hirsch manages to kick Laibon off! Laibon jumps back into Hirsch's guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position.
Laibon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hirsch's guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Laibon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hirsch manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (31) vs (9) Laibon
Hirsch slips nicely into half guard.
Laibon wants to get back to full guard but Hirsch has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (34) vs (9) Laibon
Hirsch trying to control the position but Laibon is working away.
Hirsch tries for a kimura but Laibon is defending well.
Laibon is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Laibon is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Hirsch tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Laibon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch controlling the position from side mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Laibon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Laibon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Laibon manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Laibon looking for submissions off his back.
Laibon is defending against the submission attempts here by Hirsch.
Laibon tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
Laibon wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Laibon is looking for a sweep. Hirsch is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hirsch is trying to control. Laibon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Laibon has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Hirsch escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (37) vs (9) Laibon
Hirsch taking a breather here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (39) vs (9) Laibon
Hirsch prevents Laibon from getting the reversal.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hirsch fails to move to back control.
Laibon tries to hold on but Hirsch postures up.
Laibon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Laibon is squirming around nicely.
Laibon reaches up to try and control the position but Hirsch seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Laibon rolls and tries to escape and now Hirsch has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (42) vs (9) Laibon
Laibon 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 Hirsch gets his way!
Hirsch controlling well, preventing Laibon from escaping the position.
Hirsch doesn't have the hooks in and Laibon manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (42) vs (11) Laibon
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hirsch is looking for a triangle but Laibon pushes his legs off easily.
Hirsch trying to keep a closed guard but Laibon is proving a slippery customer.
Laibon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hirsch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laibon has managed to get both his arms back between Hirsch's legs - danger averted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch takes the fight on points by 42 to 11.
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Tembo Laibon stepped up to the mic, saying 'The comeback is always greater than the setback. He earned this win but this isn't it for me.'. |
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Event:
CACC 16
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fletch Brandis (ranked 2639 p4p, 258 weight class) and Harry Hirsch (ranked 2331 p4p, 242 weight class). Brandis comes to the ring accompanied by Lynyrd Skynyrd : The Ballad of Curtis Loew. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Fletch Brandis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hirsch shoots in and gets a takedown into Brandis's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brandis (0) vs (2) Hirsch
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Brandis is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (2) vs (2) Hirsch
Brandis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (5) vs (2) Hirsch
Brandis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hirsch is looking to reverse the position.
Brandis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hirsch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brandis controlling the position from side mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandis trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch regains half guard.
Brandis wants to control but Hirsch is keeping him busy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Brandis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hirsch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Brandis is working away from the top position though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandis seems to be working for a kimura but Hirsch defends the submission attempt.
Brandis is looking for a kimura here.
Hirsch works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hirsch working a defensive guard here.
Brandis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hirsch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch is trying to keep Brandis in close.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brandis has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Brandis won't allow Hirsch to sweep him here.
Our spies down at at Empire Vale Tudo inform us that Hirsch has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hirsch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brandis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brandis tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Brandis wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Hirsch is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brandis defends well.
Brandis looking to sit in guard and control but Hirsch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (5) vs (4) Hirsch
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (5) vs (7) Hirsch
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Brandis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hirsch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Brandis's legs.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Brandis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brandis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Brandis looking for a sweep but Hirsch has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Brandis (5) vs (9) Hirsch
Brandis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch trying to control but Brandis is having none of it.
Brandis tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Brandis is surviving well by controlling Hirsch's body position as best he can.
Hirsch mounts Brandis! Really nice guard pass there!
Brandis working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Brandis is squirming around nicely.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is looking to get to half guard.
Hirsch trying to control but Brandis is having none of it.
Brandis wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Brandis is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Brandis regains half guard.
Hirsch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hirsch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (5) vs (12) Hirsch
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Brandis is working from the bottom.
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Brandis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brandis looks to move to half guard but instead Hirsch has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Brandis (5) vs (14) Hirsch
Hirsch looking to control but Brandis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hirsch with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Hirsch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis reaches up to try and control the position but Hirsch seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Brandis rolls and tries to escape and now Hirsch has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Brandis (5) vs (17) Hirsch
Hirsch has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Brandis has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Brandis is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Brandis trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks.
Brandis turns into Hirsch and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (7) vs (17) Hirsch
Brandis trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brandis advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (10) vs (17) Hirsch
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Hirsch manages to work his way to half guard, despite Brandis's best efforts.
Brandis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hirsch sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back.
Brandis is looking for a kimura here.
We've been hearing good reports from Brandis'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 fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hirsch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hirsch defends it well.
Hirsch wants to improve his position but Brandis is controlling well.
Hirsch wants to control but Brandis is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Brandis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hirsch trying to hold on to Brandis's head to control him but Brandis postures up.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch gets back to full guard.
Hirsch has an active guard here but Brandis has managed to pass into half guard.
Hirsch is looking to control Brandis's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hirsch avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hirsch is staying active underneath Brandis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hirsch wins on points by 17 to 10.
After winning the bout, Harry Hirsch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Fletch Brandis stepped up to the mic, saying 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2277 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam McCullen (ranked 196 p4p, 29 weight class). McCullen has chosen The Foggy Dew as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Sam McCullen!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
McCullen clinches up against the cage.
Hirsch tries for a takedown but McCullen manages to get underhooks.
Hirsch goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCullen prevents it.
Hirsch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McCullen can't fight it off and eventually Hirsch manages to take the fight to the floor. McCullen looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) McCullen
Hirsch is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCullen pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hirsch looking to pass the guard.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McCullen manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) McCullen
Hirsch wants to improve his position but instead McCullen has moved into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hirsch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McCullen tries to free his leg and advance position but Hirsch is retaining full guard.
Hirsch isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McCullen stacks Hirsch on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by McCullen! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (5) McCullen
Hirsch looking for a sweep but McCullen has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (2) vs (7) McCullen
Hirsch is trying desperately to improve position.
Hirsch regains half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to control but McCullen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hirsch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCullen pulls his head out easily.
McCullen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hirsch knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McCullen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
McCullen works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (2) vs (10) McCullen
Hirsch wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (2) vs (13) McCullen
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCullen is trying to stick to Hirsch's back but Hirsch is turning into McCullen. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McCullen's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hirsch. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (13) McCullen
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Hirsch won't allow McCullen to sweep him here.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCullen keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but McCullen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCullen looking for a sweep. Not yet McCullen, not yet.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCullen is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
McCullen controlling Hirsch's posture.
Hirsch trying to move into half guard but instead McCullen has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (15) McCullen
Hirsch throws his legs up looking for a submission but McCullen uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (18) McCullen
Hirsch looks to move to half guard but instead McCullen has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (20) McCullen
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch working to try and regain half guard.
Hirsch reaches up to try and control the position but McCullen seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Hirsch rolls and tries to escape and now McCullen has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (23) McCullen
Hirsch can't escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the hands but McCullen breaks the grip.
McCullen has the hooks in. Hirsch is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McCullen not allowing Hirsch to control his hands.
Hirsch tries to escape but McCullen has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McCullen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
Hirsch trying to control the action but McCullen just sinks the hooks in.
McCullen controlling the position well here. Hirsch rolled but McCullen kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hirsch can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hirsch is trying to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hirsch tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hirsch is trying to reverse the position but instead McCullen has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (26) McCullen
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
McCullen gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is really stuck here.
McCullen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hirsch tries to roll but McCullen sticks to his back.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McCullen has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hirsch's body.
Hirsch rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch is looking to get back to full guard here but McCullen has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (29) McCullen
Hirsch can't do much from the bottom here.
McCullen advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (31) McCullen
McCullen controlling the pace for now.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to get to half guard.
McCullen controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch stops McCullen from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hirsch looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hirsch (4) vs (34) McCullen
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
McCullen slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
McCullen gets his hands free as Hirsch looks to control.
McCullen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hirsch rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hirsch wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch wants to control but McCullen passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (4) vs (37) McCullen
Hirsch tries to bench press McCullen off him but McCullen keeps the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but McCullen is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (4) vs (39) McCullen
Hirsch really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McCullen controlling his opponent.
Hirsch tries to hold on but McCullen pushes him away.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
McCullen wins on points by 39 to 4.
A relieved looking Sam McCullen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 18, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2228 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dick Black (ranked 2137 p4p, 233 weight class). Black comes into a darkened arena with his song building. The Dicks - Rich Daddy kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Dick Black!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Ian Loll and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Black shoots for a double leg takedown but Hirsch sprawls well. He's pushed Black's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Black shoots in for a takedown but Hirsch shows good takedown defense.
Hirsch feinted with a counter takedown.
Black is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hirsch sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Harry Hirsch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Black.
Hirsch closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Black's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Black
Hirsch passes Black's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Black is trying to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Black is just riding it out for now. Hirsch eventually gives up the hold.
Black gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch trying to control but Black is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Black escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hirsch has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Black keeps moving.
Black tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Black throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hirsch uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (5) vs (0) Black
Black tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hirsch wants to control but Black is keeping him busy.
Hirsch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Black tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Black is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Hirsch wants to control but Black is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Black's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Black tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Hirsch wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Black, who protects the arm well.
Black prevents Hirsch from improving position.
Black is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Black trying to control but Hirsch postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Black wants to get back to full guard.
Hirsch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Black is having none of it.
Black is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Hirsch'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.
Black tries to roll over but Hirsch keeps him under control.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Black keeps working.
Black tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg.
Black looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Black sees it coming and defends easily.
Black is pressing down on Hirsch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Black keeps moving.
Black wants to sweep here but Hirsch controlling him for the moment.
Black is still trying to improve position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Black is keeping the position for now.
Hirsch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hirsch trying to control but Black is working from the bottom.
Black can't keep his opponent in guard - Hirsch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Black is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Black looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Black looking for subs from the bottom but Hirsch mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (8) vs (0) Black
We've been informed that Black has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Black slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hirsch passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Black! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (11) vs (0) Black
Hirsch moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Black has worked his arm free - good work by Black!
Hirsch trying to control the action but Black is working from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Black is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hirsch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Black wants to sweep but Hirsch has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (14) vs (0) Black
Black is looking for a sweep.
Black sneaks back into half guard.
Black is looking to improve his position.
Hirsch works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (17) vs (0) Black
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Black manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (17) vs (2) Black
The fighters are battling for position here. Hirsch manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Black thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Black trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hirsch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Black trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Black looking to sit in guard and control but Hirsch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (19) vs (2) Black
Black isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hirsch stacks Black on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hirsch! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (22) vs (2) Black
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Black is looking to regain half guard here but Hirsch keeps moving and retains side control.
Black trying his best to control but Hirsch has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (24) vs (2) Black
Hirsch controlling from mount.
Black really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hirsch looking to control but Black is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Black is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Black and Hirsch has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Black is trying to control Hirsch's posture but Hirsch avoids it.
Black is looking for a sweep.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Black has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hirsch looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hirsch trying to control the position but Black is working away.
Hirsch has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (26) vs (2) Black
Hirsch looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Black tries to improve his position but Hirsch has taken his back! Hirsch has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Black tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Hirsch pushes Black away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Harry Hirsch!
A victorious Harry Hirsch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harry Hirsch (ranked 2222 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eric Whitaker (ranked 602 p4p, 85 weight class). Eric Whitaker is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Harry Hirsch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Eric Whitaker!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Dillan Fox and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hirsch drives through and clinches with Whitaker against the cage.
Hirsch gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (0) Whitaker
Whitaker keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Whitaker bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirsch's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (2) vs (2) Whitaker
Whitaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hirsch is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Whitaker is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Whitaker postures up.
Whitaker trying to move into half guard but instead Hirsch has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hirsch (4) vs (2) Whitaker
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Whitaker has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hirsch has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (7) vs (2) Whitaker
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whitaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hirsch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Whitaker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hirsch's best efforts.
Hirsch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Whitaker sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Whitaker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Whitaker is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (10) vs (2) Whitaker
Whitaker manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Whitaker is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hirsch jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (13) vs (2) Whitaker
Whitaker tries to buck Hirsch off but Hirsch is having none of it.
Whitaker sneaks back into half guard.
Whitaker looking for a kimura from the bottom but Hirsch passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hirsch (16) vs (2) Whitaker
We've been hearing good reports from Hirsch'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.
Whitaker prevents Hirsch from improving position.
Whitaker is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hirsch is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hirsch (18) vs (2) Whitaker
Whitaker is wriggling around trying to escape.
Whitaker tries to improve his position but Hirsch has taken his back! Hirsch has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Whitaker tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Hirsch pushes Whitaker away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Harry Hirsch!
A relieved looking Harry Hirsch thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
EMP Zulu vs Tower 2
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Nekele slaps away a takedown attempt from Hirsch, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nekele scores with a punch to the head.
Naiki Nekele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nekele scores with a nice right hand.
Nekele lands a jab to the nose.
Nekele throws a hook but Hirsch avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nekele throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hirsch appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Nekele moves out of range.
Nekele moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nekele is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Hirsch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nekele scores with a shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nekele darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Hirsch closes the distance and pushes Nekele back into the cage.
Hirsch is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Nekele is defending well.
Nekele wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Nekele pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hirsch shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nekele counters with a lovely shot to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Hirsch fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hirsch tries to clinch up but Nekele circles away and keeps his distance.
Hirsch is looking to clinch.
Nekele's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hirsch under the eye.
Nekele swats away the attempt to clinch by Hirsch.
Hirsch takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nekele jabs Hirsch to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Nekele connects with a jab.
Nekele keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Naiki Nekele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hirsch wants to clinch up but Nekele keeps it at a distance.
Nekele throws a nice head kick!
Hirsch looks for a takedown but Nekele sprawls well.
Nekele scores with a nice body kick.
Nekele is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hirsch had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Hirsch takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nekele connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Hirsch dives in and grabs Nekele's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nekele pushes down on Hirsch's head and hops out.
Nekele with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Hirsch gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hirsch tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nekele prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hirsch keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Nekele's efforts to push away.
Hirsch tries for a takedown but Nekele manages to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naiki Nekele dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hirsch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nekele. Nekele obviously looking to wear him down.
Nekele lands a nice shot that snaps Hirsch's head back.
Nekele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Hirsch closes the distance and clinches.
Hirsch has Nekele pressed against the cage, preventing Nekele from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hirsch drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Nekele gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nekele wants to break free but Hirsch has control.
#T1#
Come on Hirsch - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Nekele has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hirsch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nekele after a bit of a struggle.
Hirsch is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hirsch is trying to pull guard but Nekele has him pressed against the cage.
Nekele working aggressively here.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hirsch misses with a knee strike.
#BC2#
Nekele breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hirsch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hirsch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Good shot there by Nekele.
Naiki Nekele seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nekele misses the shot to the body.
Nekele connects with a single shot there.
Hirsch tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nekele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hirsch throws a nice looking combination but Nekele bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice shot lands for Nekele.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Nekele.
Hirsch takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nekele explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Good exchange - Nekele coming out on top.
Nekele throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hirsch stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nekele fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hirsch.
Nekele fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nekele pushes Hirsch away with a front kick.
Hirsch takes one on the button.
Nekele thuds his right hand into Hirsch's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hirsch walks into a stiff left hand from Nekele.
Hirsch avoids the body shot from Nekele.
Nekele fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hirsch looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hirsch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nekele defends well and Hirsch ends up having to push Nekele into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hirsch needs to keep his hands up - Nekele had a free shot at his head there.#CL#
Hirsch moves into the clinch successfully.
Hirsch is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nekele pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Nekele's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naiki Nekele 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#
Hirsch misses with a wild body shot.
Nekele tests Hirsch's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nekele punishes Hirsch's body with a nice straight punch.
Nekele lands with a nice body kick.
Nekele digs a good hook to Hirsch's body.
Hirsch shoots in and drives through. Nekele sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Nekele.
Nekele connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nekele has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hirsch doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nekele counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Nekele feints and then cracks Hirsch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hirsch down.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nekele as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nekele lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nekele throws a good cross that connects.
Nekele fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nekele fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Jab from Nekele.
Hirsch moves in looking to clinch but Nekele pushes him off.
Nekele connects with a solid leg kick.
A lazy left from Nekele finds it's target.
A jab from Nekele does it's job there.
Hirsch has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nekele finds it's way round the side to connect with Hirsch's head.
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!
Nekele looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nekele works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hirsch walks forward, straight into a front kick from Nekele.
Hirsch misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Nekele darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hirsch with a poor takedown
and Nekele counters with a stiff right hand.
Nekele scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nekele sprawls well. Nekele wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hirsch gets slowly back to his feet.
Nekele fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4#
Hirsch tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Nekele counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hirsch thinking.
Nekele looking to land some kicks to the body here.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Hirsch. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.#CL#
Hirsch moves into range and clinches up with Nekele.
Nekele wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.
Nekele lands a hook that snaps the head of Hirsch backwards.
Harry Hirsch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hirsch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nekele's elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Naiki Nekele comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nekele 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 26:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 25:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Naiki Nekele!
Naiki Nekele gave a mention to HELLBENT in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
EMP Kansalainen Vs Sitsongrit
Date: Jun 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Hirsch goes for a double leg but Koniu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Koniu continues to drive forward.
Koniu 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.
Nice sprawl there from Koniu as Hirsch shoots in.
Hirsch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Koniu.
Koniu cracks Hirsch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT2#
It looks like Harry Hirsch has been cut.
Hirsch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Koniu slaps away a takedown attempt from Hirsch, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A punch combination from Hirsch misses.
Koniu tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koniu lands a leg kick that knocks Hirsch off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Koniu has Hirsch up against the cage in a clinch.
Hirsch goes for a takedown attempt but Koniu pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A punch lands to the side of Hirsch 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1##CL2#
Koniu clinches.
Hirsch drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Koniu gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Koniu pushes Hirsch back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hirsch tries to pull guard but Koniu won't allow it.
Koniu tries to land a knee to the head but Hirsch blocks with his arms.
Koniu misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hirsch.
Hirsch jumps guard but Koniu stands there with Hirsch around his waist. Hirsch gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Koniu is trying to stall.
#TD#
Hirsch ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hirsch no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Koniu would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
Hirsch is trying to control the position but Koniu postures up.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Koniu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Koniu gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Koniu with a jab.
Koniu fails in his attempt to clinch.
Koniu explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Koniu.
Koniu displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Koniu lands with a good body shot.
Hirsch tries for a takedown but Koniu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Koniu tries to counter with a clinch but Hirsch shakes him off and moves away.
Hirsch takes one to the chin there.
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Koniu wants to clinch up but Hirsch keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Koniu closes the distance and pushes Hirsch back into the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Koniu.
Hirsch avoiding damage as Koniu throws knees to the body.
Koniu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hirsch is breathing heavily.
Come on Koniu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Koniu lands a knee to the body.
Koniu lands a knee to the head.
Koniu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Koniu lands a body shot.
Koniu unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hirsch lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Koniu utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Koniu unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hirsch lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Koniu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hirsch or not. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koniu crunches a lovely knee into Hirsch's ribcage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Koniu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Koniu connects with a knee to the head.
Koniu landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Koniu landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Koniu lands a knee to the body.
Koniu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hirsch takes a knee to the side of the body.
Koniu content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Koniu can't find room to land a body shot as Hirsch controls the action.
Koniu lands a knee to the head.
Koniu is working Hirsch over against the cage.
Hirsch avoiding damage as Koniu throws knees to the body.
Koniu scores with a hook to the body.
Koniu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Koniu lands a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Japa Koniu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harry Hirsch's cut.
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#
Koniu jabs Hirsch to the body, keeping him at a distance.#KD2#
Koniu knocks Hirsch to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#ROC2#
Hirsch is rocked!#SU2#
Koniu stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Oh Hirsch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Koniu lands a nice looking body shot.
Hirsch seems to have got his legs back now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koniu explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Koniu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Harry Hirsch is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hirsch gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Koniu gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Hirsch is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Japa Koniu!
A relieved looking Japa Koniu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Montreal RD 3
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Hirsch shoots in and drives through. Foot sprawls well.#CL2#
Foot clinches.
Foot throws a punch but it's blocked by Hirsch. #TD#
Hirsch has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Foot is trying to keep an underhook but Hirsch manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Foot tries to kick Hirsch off but Hirsch keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Foot felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch controlling the pace.
Foot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hirsch. #SUB#
Hirsch is working for a kimura but Foot is defending it quite comfortably.
Foot pushes Hirsch off looking to stand but Hirsch dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch working Foot over with strikes.
Foot is looking to escape.#T1#
Foot is trying to escape back to his feet but Hirsch uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Foot wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The ground and pound from Hirsch seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Hirsch cracks Foot with a big elbow. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Foot is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hirsch working the ground and pound.
Hirsch working the ground and pound but Foot is defending the strikes.
Foot takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hirsch cracks Foot with a big right hand but Foot just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T2#
Foot tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Hirsch is landing with some decent strikes but Foot is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hirsch scoring with strikes but Foot is staying in there.
Hirsch raining down shots from the mount!#CUT#
It looks like Chief Foot has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hirsch lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch tries to control but Foot wriggling away. #SUB#
Hirsch is working for a guillotine from mount but Foot frees his head quite easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Foot can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hirsch unloading with bombs!#CUT#
That has opened up Chief Foot's cut even more.
Hirsch landing shots from mount. #CUT#
The cut above Chief Foot's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#SUB#
Hirsch working for a guillotine from mount but Foot is in no mood to give up. #T3#
Foot is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Hirsch lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Foot hang on?#CUT#
Chief Foot's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Chief Foot's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
PSE 15
Date: Nov 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Übensplikt fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hirsch looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hirsch keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Übensplikt.
Hirsch tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Übensplikt manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hirsch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Übensplikt throws out the jab.
Hirsch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hirsch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Übensplikt manages to avoid it.
Hirsch moves away from the strike by Übensplikt.
Hirsch throws a left and a right that both miss
and Übensplikt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hirsch!
#CUT2#
It looks like Wolfgang Übensplikt has been cut.
Übensplikt throws a body shot but no joy.
As Übensplikt backs off Hirsch throws a huge counter combo but Übensplikt manages to avoid it all.
Hirsch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Übensplikt was well out of range. Poor timing from Hirsch.
Übensplikt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hirsch lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Hirsch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Übensplikt misses.
Übensplikt takes a swing at Hirsch's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Hirsch.
Wolfgang Übensplikt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hirsch throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Hirsch fails to land with a series of punches.
A looping hook to the body misses from Übensplikt. Hirsch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hirsch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Übensplikt at a distance.
Übensplikt scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hirsch in his tracks.
Hirsch swinging wildly here.
Übensplikt throws a right and a left that Hirsch avoids nicely.
Hirsch throws a counter combo.
Hirsch ducks under a wild hook from Übensplikt.
Hirsch throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Übensplikt.
Hirsch scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Übensplikt moves away from the strike by Hirsch.
Übensplikt misses with a wild body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Hirsch. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes from Hirsch. Those never looked like landing.
Übensplikt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hirsch sprawls and moves away.
Hirsch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Hirsch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Übensplikt.#TD#
Übensplikt changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hirsch looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Übensplikt working the ground and pound.
Übensplikt in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Hirsch is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hirsch takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hirsch tries to buck Übensplikt off but Übensplikt is having none of it.
Übensplikt working the body and head with strikes.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Übensplikt in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T3#
Übensplikt creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Hirsch sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Hirsch tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Übensplikt wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The strikes coming from Übensplikt are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Hirsch is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Übensplikt off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Übensplikt showing good submission defense here.
Übensplikt avoids the strikes from Hirsch.
Hirsch throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Übensplikt!
#CUT2#
Wolfgang Übensplikt's cut is getting worse.
Übensplikt tries to escape the position.
Übensplikt is working hard here to advance position.
Hirsch scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
#T4##SUB2#
Hirsch is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Hirsch avoiding Übensplikt 's attempts to control his hands.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Hirsch has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Übensplikt's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB2#
Übensplikt 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 Hirsch gets his way!
Hirsch lands a shot to the head. #CUT2#
Wolfgang Übensplikt's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wolfgang Übensplikt's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Harry Hirsch!
Harry Hirsch seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Wolfgang Übensplikt spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations.'.
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Event:
CCF FN27:Wearmouth v Veronin 3
Date: Jul 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Hirsch goes for a double leg but Miller avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Miller continues to drive forward.
Hirsch looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Miller is fending him off so far but Hirsch persists. Nope, Miller circles away and we're back to standing.
Miller looks to score with a jab to the body but Hirsch is just out of range.#TD2#
Hirsch scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Hirsch prevents Miller from standing back up.
Miller has hold of Hirsch's hands but Hirsch slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Miller on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Miller tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Hirsch is working for a kimura but Miller is defending it quite comfortably.
Miller is doing well to control the position and prevent Hirsch from advancing to side control.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there.
Hirsch wants to take a breather but Miller is having none of it.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hirsch connects with a nice short shot to Miller's temple.
Hirsch landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
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!
Hirsch scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Miller defends it well. #T1##SUB2#
Hirsch is working for a kimura but Miller is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hirsch lands a nice short elbow.
Miller is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Miller does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hirsch stops Miller from getting back to his feet.
Hirsch working the head and body with strikes.
Hirsch lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hirsch prevents Miller from standing back up.
Hirsch winds up and cracks Miller with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Hirsch working Miller over with strikes.
Miller knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hirsch on the ground.
Hirsch is nestled in close to Miller, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Miller is trying to get back to full guard.
Miller definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hirsch lands with a punch from half guard.
Hirsch working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Miller wants to control but Hirsch is keeping busy.
Miller tries to get to full guard but Hirsch has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Hirsch is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miller has hold of Hirsch's hands but Hirsch slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Miller trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Miller is defending the position.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Miller keeps working. #T3#
Hirsch lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hirsch landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hirsch lands with a punch from half guard.
Hirsch looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Miller with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
Hirsch takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hirsch lands strikes from half guard.
Hirsch working over Miller with some ground and pound. Miller looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Miller is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hirsch scores with a couple of nice shots.
Miller desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there. #SUB2#
Hirsch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hirsch is looking to take a break and control but Miller is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB2#
Hirsch maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Miller could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Hirsch has cracked it and Miller is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Hirsch!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
CCF 24:Butler vs Cobb
Date: Jun 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Beecher misses with a two punch combination.
A slapping body kick lands there for Beecher.
Hirsch wants to clinch but Beecher slips to the side
and Beecher counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Beecher keeps Hirsch at a distance using the push kick.
Hirsch has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Hirsch shoots in and drives through. Beecher sprawls well.
It looked like Beecher was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hirsch.
Beecher tries to bum rush Hirsch with a series of wild strikes but Hirsch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hirsch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Beecher will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beecher defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hirsch.
Beecher lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Beecher misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Beecher scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Hirsch takes the fight into the clinch.
Hirsch jumps guard but Beecher turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Paul Beecher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
Beecher lands with a short shot to the head.
Beecher avoiding damage.
Beecher scores with a shot to the side of Hirsch's head.
Beecher softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hirsch being controlled against the cage.
Beecher working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Beecher working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Beecher can't find room to land a body shot as Hirsch controls the action.
#BC#
Beecher breaks the clinch.
Hirsch shoots in but no luck this time.
Beecher stuns Hirsch with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beecher misses with a head kick.
Beecher keeps the fight on the outside.
Beecher looks to land a body kick but Hirsch moved away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beecher. Hirsch does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Hirsch shoots in and gets a takedown into Beecher's guard.
Hirsch advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Beecher takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Beecher struggling a bit here.
Hirsch in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Hirsch has an Americana. Beecher didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Hirsch is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Hirsch hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
CCF 19:Veronin v Wearmouth II
Date: May 05, 2018 |
#R1#
McAdvar throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL#
and Hirsch holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD#
Hirsch pulls McAdvar into guard.
Hirsch 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Hirsch scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Hirsch drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hirsch jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
McAdvar is adopting a defensive guard.
Hirsch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hirsch's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hirsch working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hirsch stands up over McAdvar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hirsch chips away with some ground and pound.
Hirsch is working McAdvar over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Hirsch with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hirsch in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hirsch works over McAdvar with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Hirsch drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Hirsch seems to have locked his on tight now - McAdvar screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Hirsch, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
CCF FN 15:Wearmouth v Veronin
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Jafari scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD#
Hirsch scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jafari takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hirsch lands an elbow. #SUB#
Hirsch is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Jafari looks calm but he's in trouble here. Hirsch gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Jafari is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Hirsch lets go of the hold and Jafari can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
IFC Midweek 11
Date: Dec 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Hirsch misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hirsch throws a right and a left that Thrower avoids nicely.
Thrower misses with a two punch combination.
Thrower lands a head kick!
Sloppy strikes from Thrower. Those never looked like landing.
Hirsch fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thrower avoids it really well and circles away.
Hirsch tries for a takedown but Thrower sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thrower rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hirsch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thrower throws a nice looking combination but Hirsch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hirsch is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Thrower.
Hirsch shoots in and drives through. Thrower sprawls well.
Thrower lands a jab.
Thrower pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hirsch tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Thrower manages to circle out of the way.
Nice body punch from Thrower. #T1#
Hirsch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thrower defends it nicely.
Thrower cracks Hirsch with an open hand slap.
Hirsch dodges the punch combination from Thrower.
Thrower throws a right and a left that Hirsch avoids nicely.
Nice body punch from Thrower. #TD2#
Thrower looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Thrower is standing up over Hirsch. Hirsch looks to escape but Thrower dives into side control.
#REVR##SUB2#
Thrower tries for a kimura but Hirsch is defending well. #T2#
Hirsch looks to move to half guard but instead Thrower has passed into mount! Damn!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Thrower jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Hirsch is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Hirsch and Thrower has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SU2#
Thrower stands up and beckons Hirsch to his feet.
A head kick from Thrower lands but Hirsch takes it in his stride.
Hirsch takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Thrower looks to land a body kick but Hirsch moved away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Thrower. #T3#
Thrower lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hirsch takes a step back to recover.
Thrower scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Hirsch shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thrower defends it nicely.
Hirsch avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hirsch feinted with a counter takedown.
Thrower jabs at Hirsch's body.
Some wild striking there from Thrower.
#TD#
Hirsch gets a takedown into half guard.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thrower keeps working.
Hirsch lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there.
Hirsch thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thrower has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hirsch working over Thrower with some ground and pound. Thrower looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thrower keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bricks Thrower dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Thrower as he jumps to the side.
Thrower is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Thrower tries to bum rush Hirsch with a series of wild strikes but Hirsch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A left and a right from Thrower both land. Nice combination.
Thrower lands a two punch combo.
#TD#
Hirsch looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hirsch preventing the sweep.
Hirsch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Thrower keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#T1#
Hirsch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Thrower manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Hirsch thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Hirsch has Thrower pulled in close to control his posture.
Thrower must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Thrower preventing the sweep.
Thrower trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hirsch's guard.
Thrower trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirsch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thrower throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Thrower in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hirsch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Thrower's guard. #REVR#
Hirsch landing with the ground and pound.
Hirsch loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Thrower can't keep his opponent in guard - Hirsch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hirsch throwing shots but Thrower is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've been hearing that Hirsch has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ground and pound from Hirsch. #T3#
Thrower is not content to let Hirsch control the position.
Hirsch is nestled in close to Thrower, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Thrower is refusing to be controlled, as Hirsch sits in half guard.
Hirsch trying to mount his opponent but Thrower defends it.
Thrower has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hirsch is trying to control the action in half guard but Thrower is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to work for a kimura but Thrower is defending well.
#SUB#
Hirsch seems to be looking for submissions.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thrower wants to get back to his feet.
Hirsch is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thrower gets full guard.
Hirsch trying to control but Thrower is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hirsch accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hirsch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hirsch throwing strikes from guard but Thrower blocks nicely.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Thrower keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
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 Harry Hirsch will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Hirsch looks for a takedown but Thrower sprawls well.
Hirsch shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Thrower to counter with a crisp jab.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Thrower - that will leave a mark!
#CL2#
Thrower forces Hirsch back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Hirsch gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Hirsch thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Thrower is positioning himself well to prevent Hirsch advancing to mount.
Hirsch is nestled in close to Thrower, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Thrower regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Hirsch.
Hirsch postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1##ES2#
Thrower is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Hirsch takes a knee to the side of the body.
Thrower stalling in the clinch but Hirsch improves position.
Hirsch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Thrower avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Harry Hirsch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Thrower wants to break free but Hirsch has control.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Thrower lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hirsch tries to pull guard but Thrower holds him up against the cage and eventually Hirsch drops back down to his feet.
#T2##TD2#
Thrower manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hirsch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thrower works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hirsch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hirsch chips away with some ground and pound.
Hirsch trying to control but Thrower is working from the bottom.
Hirsch keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thrower's head.
Hirsch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Thrower utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Thrower has Hirsch pulled in close to control his posture.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Thrower is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Thrower is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hirsch accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Thrower utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hirsch 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.
Thrower pulls Hirsch in close to his closed guard and prevents Hirsch from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A clash of legs there as Hirsch blocks the low kick.
Thrower has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hirsch is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hirsch was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Thrower explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Hirsch tries to clinch but Thrower is having none of it.
Thrower punishes Hirsch's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Thrower throws a right and a left that Hirsch avoids nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch dodges the punch combination from Thrower.
Hirsch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thrower.
Thrower connects with a body shot that sends Hirsch's belly button to the back.
Hirsch has his takedown stuffed
and Thrower counters with a two punch combo.
Hirsch checks a low kick from Thrower.
Thrower wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Thrower swinging wildly here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bricks Thrower comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thrower 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bricks Thrower!
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Event:
IFC Midweek 9
Date: Nov 15, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Hirsch gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hirsch is working for a submission of some sort.
Hirsch is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Hirsch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tay sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch wants to pass the guard but Tay is defending well.
Hirsch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Hirsch sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tay defending well though.
Hirsch will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hirsch landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hirsch is controlling the pace.
Tay on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tay keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hirsch missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hirsch not doing much here.
#SUB#
Hirsch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tay sees it coming and defends easily.
Hirsch lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Still in half guard, Hirsch seems content to control.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hirsch connects with a nice short shot to Tay's temple. #SUB#
Hirsch is trying to work for a kimura but Tay is defending well.
Hirsch content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tay defends it well.
Hirsch tries to pass to full mount but Tay defends it.
Hirsch sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tay defending well though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hirsch in particular looking to stall.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Hirsch is trying for a kimura here. Tay looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hirsch wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Hirsch shoots in for a takedown but Terrell shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Terrell looks to score with a jab to the body but Hirsch is just out of range.
Hirsch scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Terrell closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hirsch quickly recovers to half guard.
Hirsch holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Terrell prevents Hirsch from improving his position.
Hirsch has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Hirsch tries to kick Terrell off but Terrell keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Hirsch is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell is looking to take a break and control but Hirsch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Terrell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hirsch defending well though. #T1#
Hirsch trying to control but Terrell postures up.
Terrell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hirsch. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hirsch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Terrell's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Terrell's back!#SUB#
Hirsch looking for the choke but no joy.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Hirsch. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Hirsch lands with a hammerfist to the side of Terrell's head.#SUB#
Hirsch has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Terrell staying busy and making it hard for Hirsch to control. #T2#
Terrell is trying to remain composed but Hirsch is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.#SUB#
Hirsch patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Terrell trying to control the position but Hirsch manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Hirsch working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Hirsch throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Hirsch scores with strikes from the back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hirsch lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Terrell.
Will Hirsch go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T3##SUB#
Hirsch has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Terrell has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Hirsch looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Hirsch is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Terrell knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Terrell for a finish.
Hirsch is punishing Terrell with strikes - can he finish him?!
Hirsch lands a shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Hirsch lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Hirsch lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Terrell.
Hirsch is working the ground and pound. Can Terrell escape?#ROC#
Terrell is rocked!
Hirsch lands a big punch and Terrell is covering up! Another big shot separates Terrell from consciousness and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 52: Dark Gate
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Jourgensen instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Hirsch manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Hirsch working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jourgensen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jourgensen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hirsch 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.
Jourgensen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jourgensen throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Hirsch looking for a triangle here. Jourgensen is fighting it but it looks tight! Hirsch pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jourgensen is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Harry Hirsch!
In defeat, Al Jourgensen stepped up to the mic, saying 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.
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Event:
DUEL#74 Bomb vs Crimson
Date: Jun 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Baldrick throws a head kick that misses.
Hirsch takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT#
It looks like Harry Hirsch has been cut.
Hirsch misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Baldrick throws a big counter combination but Hirsch scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Hirsch gets a double leg takedown into Baldrick's guard.
Baldrick is trying to control the position but Hirsch postures up.
Baldrick 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.
Baldrick keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch is looking to work some ground and pound but Baldrick has wrist control.
Hirsch postures up in Baldrick's guard and throws a big left but Baldrick blocks it.
Hirsch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Hirsch working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T1#
Hirsch scoring with punches to the head and body.
Baldrick avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hirsch accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hirsch with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hirsch controlling from the top position.
Baldrick working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hirsch.
Baldrick preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hirsch throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Baldrick takes the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Baldrick. #T2##BC#
Baldrick pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baldrick changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Baldrick drives through and clinches with Hirsch against the cage.
Hirsch misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Baldrick.
#BC#
Baldrick manages to break the clinch.
Baldrick looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baldrick throws a nice inside leg kick.
Baldrick fakes the leg kick and cracks Hirsch in the body.
Hirsch looks winded!
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!#CL#
Baldrick forces Hirsch back against the cage and clinches.
Baldrick lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Baldrick scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Baldrick's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baldrick lands a nice looking body kick.#T3##KD#
Baldrick lands a big head kick that sends Hirsch tumbling to the mat! Baldrick takes a step backwards and waves Hirsch back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Nice body kick there by Baldrick.
Baldrick lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Baldrick throws a front kick that sends Hirsch stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baldrick feints and then cracks Hirsch's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hirsch down.
Baldrick throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hirsch has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Baldrick.
Baldrick scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Haldrick Baldrick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Look low, kick high! Baldrick uses the oldest trick in the book to send Hirsch tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Baldrick is absolutely delighted - when Hirsch wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Haldrick Baldrick!
Haldrick Baldrick bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Wyatt slaps away a takedown attempt from Hirsch, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Wyatt gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hirsch stands up over Wyatt, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Wyatt wants to stand up but Hirsch is controlling him. #SUB#
Wyatt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hirsch throwing strikes from guard but Wyatt blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hirsch chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hirsch connects with a couple of short punches.
Hirsch prevents Wyatt from getting back to his feet.
Hirsch sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hirsch postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch postures up and lands a big shot to Wyatt's brow.
Hirsch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wyatt works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hirsch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hirsch landing some decent shots from guard.
Wyatt wants to control but Hirsch passes easily into half guard.
Hirsch takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Hirsch is thwarting Wyatt's attempts to control the position.
Hirsch wants to pass to mount but Wyatt is defending the position.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there.
Wyatt moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wyatt is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hirsch is controlling him.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hirsch scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Wyatt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hirsch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wyatt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hirsch trying to control the position from guard on top but Wyatt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wyatt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3##SUB#
Hirsch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hirsch lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Wyatt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hirsch is aware though and is defending well.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Wyatt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hirsch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hirsch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wyatt is breathing heavily.
Wyatt pulls Hirsch in close to prevent any damage.
Hirsch postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hirsch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wyatt keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully.
Wyatt working a defensive guard here.
Hirsch lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hirsch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hirsch trying to control but Wyatt is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Wyatt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Wyatt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hirsch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Hirsch dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Hirsch darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Wyatt looking for submissions off his back.
Hirsch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wyatt keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wyatt tries to kick Hirsch off but Hirsch keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Hirsch working Wyatt over with strikes.
Hirsch lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Hirsch working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Hirsch has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1#
Hirsch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch working Wyatt over with strikes here.
Wyatt in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Wyatt is squirming around, avoiding Hirsch's attempts to control the action.
You get the feeling that Wyatt really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Wyatt tries to lock up and control but Hirsch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wyatt could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T2#
Wyatt is desperately trying to improve his position but Hirsch has a good base and remains in mount.
A nice elbow there by Hirsch.
Wyatt flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Hirsch lands with some strikes.#CUT2#
It looks like Shelby Wyatt has been cut.
Wyatt in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #ROC2#
Wyatt is rocked!
Hirsch lands a big elbow - Wyatt is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Wyatt is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Harry Hirsch!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Hirsch looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Watson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Hirsch there.
Watson has hold of Hirsch's hands but Hirsch slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Watson trying to hold on to Hirsch's head to control him but Hirsch postures up.
Hirsch scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Watson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hirsch pulls his head out easily.
Watson moves into full guard.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hirsch works over Watson with some ground and pound from guard.
Hirsch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hirsch's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hirsch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hirsch scoring with punches to the head and body. #ROC2#
Watson is rocked!
Hirsch gets to his feet and stands over Watson, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Watson felt that one! Hirsch unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Watson from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harry Hirsch!
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