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Event:
WP 11
Date: Jun 04, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 44 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Dillan Fox and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez fails to land the takedown.
Rodriquez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boesku tries to avoid it but Rodriquez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boesku to the ground. Boesku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Roman Boesku has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in and drives through. Boesku sprawls well.
Boesku leaves Rodriquez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodriquez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez fails with the takedown.
Nick Rodriquez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Boesku is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Boesku circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Boesku fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rodriquez to the ground. Boesku is now in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Boesku content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Boesku trying to control the pace.
Boesku is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass. #T2#
Rodriquez is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodriquez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rodriquez has control of Boesku's left arm, preventing Boesku from doing any damage.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Boesku advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Rodriquez defends the submission attempt.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Boesku's back. He's all about the action.
Boesku is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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#
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
#T7#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez is controlling Boesku's posture.
Rodriquez is continuing to stall.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boesku passes into half guard. #T9#
Rodriquez won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Boesku sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away. #T11##SUB#
Boesku 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.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez is not content to let Boesku control the position.#T12##SUB#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rodriquez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku.
Boesku controlling the action here.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Boesku is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T13#
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Boesku trying to control from Rodriquez's half guard. Rodriquez has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 5 to 2.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez 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:
WP 10
Date: May 28, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 43 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 19 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Eddie Farnsworth and Steve Montenegro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ramirez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Boesku pinned against the cage. Boesku gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Boesku as he jumps to the side.
Boesku closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ramirez circles away.
Jackson Ramirez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Ramirez drives through with a takedown into Boesku's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Ramirez
Boesku 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.
Ramirez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ramirez is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ramirez 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Boesku trying to control the position.
Ramirez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ramirez passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Ramirez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ramirez is working away from the top position though.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
Boesku won't allow Ramirez to pass to mount.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Ramirez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
It looks like Ramirez 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.
Boesku has control of Ramirez's left arm, preventing Ramirez from doing any damage. #T5#
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Ramirez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boesku's guard. #T6#
Ramirez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boesku tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ramirez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Ramirez
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramirez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T7#
Ramirez tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Ramirez prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Ramirez content just to control the position here.
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Ramirez isn't that keen on the idea.#T8#
Boesku is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Ramirez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku is desperately trying to improve his position but Ramirez has a good base and remains in mount.#T9##SUB2#
Ramirez swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Boesku is now in Ramirez's guard. A big mistake from Ramirez there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Ramirez
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Boesku passes Ramirez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ramirez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (2) vs (9) Ramirez
Ramirez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Boesku doesn't escape. #T10#
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
#T11#
Boesku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Ramirez keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
#T12#
Boesku looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ramirez doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (9) Ramirez
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ramirez is pulling down on Boesku's head. It's preventing any offense from Boesku, at least for the moment.
Well,Boesku is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Boesku trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom. #T13#
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Ramirez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (11) Ramirez
Ramirez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T14#
Boesku is trying to keep Ramirez in close.
Boesku wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ramirez is now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 11 to 4.
Jackson Ramirez managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Threads of Fate, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WP 9
Date: May 21, 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 43 wins and 23 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 42 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Joseph Jones and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Merlin closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Boesku quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Boesku
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boesku is doing well to control the position and prevent Merlin from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Merlin is working for a submission of some sort.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Boesku wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku moves into full guard.
#T1#
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Merlin preventing the sweep.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Merlin postures up.
Merlin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boesku pulls Merlin in close to his closed guard and prevents Merlin from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Boesku keeping full guard, as Merlin tries to pass.
Boesku controls Merlin momentarily but Merlin frees himself. #SUB2#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Merlin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Merlin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Merlin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is trying to escape the position but Merlin is controlling the position.
Boesku is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Merlin in particular looking to stall.
Merlin is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now. #T4#
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku is in trouble now - Merlin has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (8) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is wriggling around trying to escape.
Merlin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Boesku is looking to get to half guard.#T6#
Merlin tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Merlin controlling from the full mount.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Merlin tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
#T7#
Boesku 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: Merlin (8) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin wants to sweep but no luck.
Merlin pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Merlin wants to sweep but no luck.
Merlin is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Boesku slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Merlin 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin has control of Boesku's left arm, preventing Boesku from doing any damage.
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10#
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merlin keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T11#
Merlin is adopting a defensive guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Boesku controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T12#
Merlin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (10) vs (2) Boesku
Merlin 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.
Boesku controls Merlin momentarily but Merlin frees himself.
Merlin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (13) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku can't do much from the bottom here.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.#T13#
A lull in the action here.
Merlin trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
Merlin is really struggling to control Boesku but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boesku is being controlled here. #T14#
Merlin laying and praying for a moment but Boesku takes advantage and regains half guard.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
Merlin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Merlin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
A relieved looking Xavier Merlin 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:
WP 8
Date: May 14, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 42 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Steve Smith and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boesku shoots in and bounces Kulik off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Kulik
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boesku trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boesku trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom. #T1#
Boesku is really struggling to control Kulik but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kulik has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
Boesku showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.
Kulik is doing well to control the position and prevent Boesku from advancing to side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Kulik is having none of it. #SUB#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Kulik is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Boesku jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Kulik
Boesku controlling the position.
Kulik tries to buck Boesku off but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku controlling from side mount. #T4##SUB#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Kulik is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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.
Boesku trying to control the action but Kulik is working from the bottom. #T5##SUB#
Boesku swings around for an armbar but Kulik sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (5) vs (2) Kulik
Kulik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Kulik forces his way into half guard.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Kulik is controlling well.
Kulik controlling the action here.#T6#
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kulik is working away from the top position though.
Kulik slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Boesku wants to control but Kulik is keeping busy.
#T7#
Kulik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kulik trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
Kulik pushing down on Boesku's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T8#
Kulik perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Boesku trying to control here.
#T9#
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku wants to control the action here but instead Kulik manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (5) Kulik
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Kulik controlling from mount.
Boesku manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T10#
Kulik performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kulik is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Kulik controlling the action here.
Boesku tries to roll over but Kulik keeps him under control.#T11#
Kulik is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Let's hope that Kulik 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.#T12#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Kulik trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku trying to hold on to Kulik's head to control him but Kulik postures up.
Boesku controlling the position for now.#T13#
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kulik is stalling in the full guard. #T14#
Kulik wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boesku holds on and takes a little breather.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Boesku gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Boesku takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Roman Boesku 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:
WP 6
Date: May 07, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 41 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 21 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Anthony Taglia and Russell Pearce.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Boesku looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kersikov! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boesku (4) vs (0) Kersikov
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.
Kersikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boesku trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Boesku happy to just control the position for now.
Kersikov tries to bench press Boesku off him but Boesku keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Boesku is trying to get an arm triangle but Kersikov is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.#T1##SUB#
Boesku goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kersikov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Boesku's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) Kersikov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boesku holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kersikov postures up.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T3#
Boesku trying to control the position.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
Boesku seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (2) Kersikov
Boesku stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
#T5#
Kersikov wants to improve his position but instead Boesku has moved into half guard.
Boesku looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Kersikov is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku controlling the action here.
Kersikov 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.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T7#
Boesku is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Kersikov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (4) Kersikov#T8#
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Kersikov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (6) vs (7) Kersikov
Boesku struggling a bit here.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T9#
Kersikov controlling the position.
Boesku prevents Kersikov from moving into mount.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.
Boesku is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kersikov is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (6) vs (9) Kersikov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T10#
Kersikov content just to control the position here.
Boesku tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Boesku is trying desperately to improve position.#T11#
Kersikov takes Boesku's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Boesku is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (6) vs (12) Kersikov
Boesku 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.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
#T12#
Boesku breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (8) vs (12) Kersikov
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (8) vs (14) Kersikov
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
#T13#
Kersikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boesku 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#
Boesku wants to control the position but Kersikov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 14 to 8.
Our winner, Bogdan Kersikov, 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:
WP5
Date: Apr 30, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 41 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Roger Salmon and Micheangelo Fripello.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Boesku looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Kulik
Boesku is controlling the pace.
Kulik is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku trying to control the pace.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Kulik is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kulik is controlling Boesku's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kulik is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Kulik is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku not doing much here.
Boesku wants to control but Kulik is keeping him busy.
Kulik gets back to full guard.
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Kulik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kulik is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Kulik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kulik is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Boesku stays in close to Kulik's body and controls the position.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Kulik is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is really struggling to control Kulik but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kulik is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kulik is keeping the position for now.
Kulik is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T5#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Kulik
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kulik keeps working. #T6#
Boesku tries to move to mount but Kulik blocks the move with his legs.
Kulik is letting Boesku control him for a moment.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kulik keeps working.
Boesku working away.
Kulik regains half guard.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kulik keeps working. #T7##SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Kulik defends the submission attempt.
Boesku is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kulik wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Kulik is having none of it.
Kulik is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Kulik is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku is controlling the pace.
Kulik keeping control of the position.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Kulik is defending well. #T9#
Kulik is holding on to half guard well.
Boesku wants to control but Kulik is keeping him busy.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kulik keeps working.
Well, if Boesku 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.
#T10#
Kulik tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Kulik is defending well. #SUB#
Boesku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kulik is just riding it out for now. Boesku eventually gives up the hold.
Kulik is concentrating on defense, preventing Boesku from advancing position. #T11##SUB#
Boesku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kulik is just riding it out for now. Boesku eventually gives up the hold.
Boesku prevents Kulik from improving his position.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Kulik won't allow it.
Kulik is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (5) vs (4) Kulik#T12#
Boesku trying to control the position but Kulik manages to sink in the hooks.
Kulik really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Boesku.
My spies in KFA inform me that Kulik has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boesku trying to control the position but Kulik manages to sink in the hooks.
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T13#
Kulik is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position.
Kulik has good solid back control here. #T14#
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Kulik keeps control of the position.
Kulik controls the action.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
A victorious Roman Boesku 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:
WP 4
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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 40 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Disco Kid!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Jeff Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kid looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt.
Boesku 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.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but Kid shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Kid looking to score a takedown here. Boesku is defending well but Kid drives through and ends up in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Kid
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Kid has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kid wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kid is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kid wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving. #T1#
Kid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Kid trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Kid is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Boesku is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Boesku has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Kid
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Kid looking to control but Boesku passes into half guard.
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard.
Kid is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku trying to mount his opponent but Kid defends it.
Kid is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (2) vs (6) Kid#T3##SUB2#
Kid is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Boesku defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Boesku defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kid's arms. #SUB2#
Boesku 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 Kid gets his way!
Boesku tries to escape but Kid has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4##SUB2#
Kid working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Kid looking for the RNC.
Kid doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (6) Kid
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Kid is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kid keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Kid is keeping the position.
Kid is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T5#
Boesku controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Kid had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Kid gets full guard.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku pushing down on Kid's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kid is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard. #T7#
Boesku has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kid is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Kid is working away.
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku prevents Kid from improving his position.#T8#
Kid trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Kid is working away.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kid tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #T9#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Kid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T10#
Boesku with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku content to control rather than advance.
Boesku is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Kid reverses the position - he's now on top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (8) Kid#T11#
Kid wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Kid is proving a slippery customer.
Kid wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kid drops back, looking for a kneebar! Boesku looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Boesku looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Boesku! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (8) vs (8) Kid
Boesku taking a break here but Kid is having none of it and regains half guard. #T12#
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Kid is working away.
Kid wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Well, if Boesku 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.
#SUB#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Kid looking for submissions off his back.#T13##SUB#
Boesku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kid is just riding it out for now. Boesku eventually gives up the hold.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kid keeps working. #T14#
Boesku prevents Kid from improving his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Boesku wants to control but Kid is keeping him busy.
Kid trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku content to control rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Kid gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Kid wins on points by 9 to 8.
Disco Kid tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
WP 3
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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 39 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 22 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Chris Saunders and Micheangelo Fripello.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Merlin gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Merlin
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
My spies in KFA inform me that Merlin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merlin stalling.
Boesku trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Merlin
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.#T1#
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Merlin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku is looking to get back to full guard here but Merlin has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (8) Merlin
Merlin is staying tight to Boesku's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Merlin is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Merlin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Merlin wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku moves into full guard.
#T4#
Merlin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
Merlin preventing the sweep. #T5#
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Boesku 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.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Merlin tries to pass.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet. #T6#
Boesku is adopting a defensive guard.
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
Merlin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T7#
Merlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku looking to control.
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Merlin controlling him for the moment.
Merlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T8#
Boesku wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Merlin is now in half guard.
Merlin is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boesku is positioning himself well to prevent Merlin advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku is looking to control Merlin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?#T9#
Merlin works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (11) Merlin
Boesku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Merlin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face as Merlin controls the position.
Merlin gets to mount! Boesku was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (0) vs (13) Merlin#T10#
Merlin controlling from mount.
Boesku wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.#T11#
Boesku regains half guard.
Merlin is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Merlin seems content to control.
Boesku slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Merlin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (13) Merlin
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving. #T12#
Boesku pushing down on Merlin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Merlin wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Boesku works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (13) Merlin
Boesku wants to control but Merlin is keeping him busy.
Boesku wants to control for a moment but Merlin uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Merlin is not content to let Boesku control the position.#T13#
Merlin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Merlin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku pushes down on Merlin's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T14#
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Merlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Merlin has managed to free his arm - good work.
Merlin is positioning himself well to prevent Boesku advancing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin wins on points by 13 to 5.
During a confident post fight interview, Xavier Merlin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WPGC 3.0
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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 38 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 9 losses; David McDonald!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Paul Gruel and Jeff Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
McDonald closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Boesku did well to prevent McDonald getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) McDonald#SUB2#
McDonald is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
McDonald is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Boesku still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Boesku has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) McDonald#SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Boesku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald is looking for a sweep.#T1#
McDonald is not content to let Boesku control the position.
McDonald tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McDonald is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boesku's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boesku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boesku 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.
Boesku'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.#T2#
Boesku trying to control from McDonald's half guard. McDonald has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but McDonald is retaining full guard.
Boesku preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
McDonald is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.#T3#
Boesku 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.
Boesku pushing down on McDonald's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boesku is keen to just control but McDonald is a slippery customer.#T4#
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
McDonald works his way to full guard. Good work.
McDonald looking for a sweep. Not yet McDonald, not yet. #SUB2#
McDonald is looking to cinch up a triangle. Boesku throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to McDonald's body to avoid the submission. McDonald has instead reached around Boesku's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! McDonald arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). David McDonald!
David McDonald took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
WPGC 2.0
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 12 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 37 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Paul Gruel and Colin Fray.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Boesku looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Boesku
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boesku sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez 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.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Boesku is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Boesku is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boesku controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Rodriquez passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boesku looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Boesku controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Boesku's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boesku. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Boesku
Rodriquez is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position.
Boesku is trying to break free.
#T6#
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
Boesku trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
#T7#
Rodriquez not allowing Boesku to control his hands.
Boesku tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Boesku doesn't escape.
Boesku trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez is hanging on to Boesku's back as he tries to escape.
#T8#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Rodriquez'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Boesku. #SUB#
Rodriquez working for a choke but Boesku is defending well. #T10#
Rodriquez is trying to stick to Boesku's back but Boesku is turning into Rodriquez. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T11#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Rodriquez is holding on to half guard well.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.#T12#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Boesku trying to control the pace.
Boesku trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T13#
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.#SUB2#
Boesku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Boesku is just content to waste time from the top position. Rodriquez takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T14#
Rodriquez 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.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez 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 347
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 31 losses; Ceph Alopodis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 36 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Micheangelo Fripello and Paul Gruel.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Alopodis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Boesku.
Boesku stuffs the takedown.
Ceph Alopodis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alopodis closes the distance and clinches up with Boesku, looking for a takedown. Alopodis pushes Boesku against the cage but Boesku circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Boesku gets caught napping as Alopodis dives in and scores a takedown. Boesku manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (0) Boesku#SUB2#
Alopodis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boesku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alopodis has managed to get both his arms back between Boesku's legs - danger averted.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (2) Boesku#SUB#
Alopodis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Alopodis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving.
Alopodis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Alopodis 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.
Boesku content to stall in guard here.
Alopodis keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Alopodis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boesku wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving.
Alopodis wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Alopodis lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (4) vs (2) Boesku#T2#
Alopodis tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Alopodis from controlling successfully.
Alopodis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Alopodis is working hard here to advance position.
Alopodis works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Alopodis 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.
Alopodis wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Alopodis seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Alopodis is working for a submission of some sort.
#T4#
Alopodis wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is trying to control but Alopodis passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (7) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku is holding Alopodis down, trying to stall.
Alopodis tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs. #T5#
Alopodis passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Boesku! Score +2 for reaching mount: Alopodis (9) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Alopodis's lack of action.
Alopodis trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku is pressing down on Alopodis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Alopodis trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Alopodis wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Alopodis wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving. #T6#
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Alopodis tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Alopodis is looking to pass into half guard but Boesku pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boesku is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (9) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Alopodis is keeping the position.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Alopodis is looking to sweep but instead, Boesku has passed into half guard.
Boesku is taking a breather. Alopodis 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.#T7#
Alopodis is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boesku controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Alopodis is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (11) vs (4) Boesku
Alopodis is looking to advance position but Boesku has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Alopodis (11) vs (8) Boesku
Boesku looking to control but Alopodis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Alopodis is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gonzasco Hydropathy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Alopodis is in all sorts of trouble here.
Alopodis manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T8#
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku prevents Alopodis from improving his position.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Alopodis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Alopodis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.#T9#
Alopodis tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Alopodis is working away.
Boesku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Alopodis gets back to full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving. #T10#
Boesku preventing the sweep.
Boesku trying to control but Alopodis is working from the bottom.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alopodis 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.
Boesku trying to control but Alopodis is working from the bottom.
Alopodis wants to hit a sweep here but Boesku passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Alopodis there! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (11) vs (11) Boesku
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alopodis is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T11#
Boesku controlling the position easily from mount.
Boesku prevents Alopodis from getting the reversal.
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Alopodis is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Boesku working for a guillotine from mount but Alopodis is in no mood to give up.
Alopodis is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Alopodis is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T12#
Alopodis is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Boesku content just to control the position here.
Boesku looking to control but Alopodis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boesku controlling the pace for now.
Alopodis is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T13#
Boesku looking to control but Alopodis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boesku might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Alopodis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boesku controlling from the full mount.
Alopodis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boesku content just to control the position here. #T14#
Alopodis is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Alopodis gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alopodis moves into full guard.
Alopodis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (13) vs (11) Boesku
And that's the end of the fight!
Alopodis takes the fight on points by 13 to 11.
An out of breath and clearly excited Ceph Alopodis thanked Urban Fighter for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
CWC 340
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 20 losses; Chan Siam! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 35 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Alexandre Firmino and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Siam fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Boesku sprawls well initially but Siam persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Siam (2) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Siam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Siam 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.#SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Siam wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to control but Siam passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Siam (5) vs (0) Boesku#T1#
Siam tries to advance to mount but can't.
Boesku tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Siam presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Siam (7) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is trying to escape the mount but Siam keeps good control and instead manages to take Boesku's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Siam (10) vs (0) Boesku
A bit of a pause in the action here. Siam controlling the positon.#T2#
Boesku tries to roll but Siam sticks to his back.
Siam is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Siam just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Boesku just trying to survive but Siam is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Siam has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Boesku's body.
Siam not allowing Boesku to control his hands. #T4#
Siam is trying to stick to Boesku's back but Boesku is turning into Siam. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Siam's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Siam (10) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Siam swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Siam wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5#
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Siam.
Boesku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Siam keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Boesku 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#
Siam wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku 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.
Siam trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Siam keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Siam is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T7#
Boesku slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Siam (10) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku tries to advance to mount but Siam denies him. #SUB2#
Boesku is trying to get an arm triangle but Siam is defending well.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Siam keeps working. #T8#
You can see the frustration on Siam's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Siam is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Boesku off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Siam (14) vs (5) Boesku
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T9#
Siam controlling from the back.
Boesku tries to escape the position.
Siam controls the action.
Siam has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Siam has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Siam controlling the position well here. Boesku rolled but Siam kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T11##T12#
Siam avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Siam biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boesku tries to escape but Siam has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T13#
Boesku trying to control but not successfully.
Boesku wants to escape the position.
Siam gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
Siam is hanging on to Boesku's back as he tries to escape.
Siam trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Boesku doesn't escape. #T14#
Siam seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
Siam continues to stall.
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku trying to control the hands but Siam won't let him.
And that's the end of the fight!
Siam takes the fight on points by 14 to 5.
An out of breath Chan Siam 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 336
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 35 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 5 losses; Dreynos Elvul!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Elvul sprawls well.#TD2#
Elvul drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Elvul
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.
Boesku 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.
Boesku trying to control the position.
Elvul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet. #T1#
Elvul tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Elvul trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Elvul tries to pass.
Elvul wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Elvul tries to pass.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Elvul is one step ahead there. #T2#
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Elvul trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Elvul tries to pass.
Elvul being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Elvul postures up. #T3#
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Elvul from controlling successfully.
Elvul is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Elvul has managed to sneak the leg through.
Elvul with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Elvul trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #T4#
Elvul trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Boesku manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Elvul
Elvul 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.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Elvul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku trying to control but Elvul is working from the bottom.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T5#
Elvul bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (4) Elvul
Boesku pulls Elvul in close to prevent any damage.
Elvul slips nicely into half guard.
Boesku trying to control here.
#T6#
Well, if Elvul 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.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Boesku gets back to full guard.
Boesku can't keep his opponent in guard - Elvul advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Elvul tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Boesku tries to roll over but Elvul keeps him under control.
Elvul is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Elvul trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it. #T8#
Boesku trying to control but Elvul postures up.
#SUB2#
Elvul is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Elvul trying to control from half guard but Boesku is working away.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Elvul is controlling well.
#T9#
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Elvul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Elvul is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boesku holds on and takes a little breather.
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (4) Elvul#T10#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Elvul keeps moving.
Elvul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (6) Elvul
Elvul slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boesku is trying to keep Elvul in close.
Elvul wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T11#
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Elvul manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (6) Elvul
Elvul keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Elvul wants to hit a sweep here but Boesku passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Elvul there! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (9) vs (6) Elvul#T12#
Elvul keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku controlling the pace for now.
Boesku prevents Elvul from getting the reversal.
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T13#
Boesku controlling from mount. #SUB#
Boesku is working for a guillotine from mount but Elvul frees his head quite easily.
Elvul can't escape the position.
Elvul 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.
Boesku trying to control but Elvul is having none of it. #T14#
Elvul is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Elvul has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Boesku's lack of action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 9 to 6.
A very excited looking Roman Boesku 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:
WPGC 10.5
Date: Feb 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 34 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 34 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Petersen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Boesku sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Petersen somewhat.#TD2#
Petersen closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Boesku did well to prevent Petersen getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen controlling the action here.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Petersen is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
Boesku controlling the position for now.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
#T1#
Petersen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Petersen passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Petersen
Petersen controlling the position easily from mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Petersen moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (0) vs (8) Petersen
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Petersen is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
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.
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T3#
Petersen keeps control of the position easily here as Boesku tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boesku is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Petersen keeps control of the position easily here as Boesku tries to buck him off.
Boesku trying to control the action but Petersen just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
Petersen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Boesku doesn't escape.
A lull in the action here.
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boesku tries to escape but Petersen has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.#T5##SUB2#
Petersen working for a choke but Boesku is defending well.
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Petersen has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Petersen controlling from the back.
Boesku prevents Petersen from getting a body triangle.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Petersen controlling the positon.#T6#
Petersen is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position.
Boesku is trying to break free.
Petersen is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boesku trying to control but not successfully. #T7#
Petersen controlling from the back.
Petersen avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Boesku 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.
Petersen not allowing Boesku to control his hands. #T8#
Petersen just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Petersen keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
Petersen is continuing to stall.
Boesku is trying to break free.
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
Boesku tries to break free.
#T9#
Petersen biding his time, controlling Boesku.
More stalling from Petersen.
The adventures of Petersen the control monster continue. Boring.
Petersen is hanging on to Boesku's back as he tries to escape.
#T10#
Petersen is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boesku tries to roll but Petersen sticks to his back.
Petersen controlling the position well here. Boesku rolled but Petersen kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Petersen with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
#T11##SUB2#
Petersen is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Boesku knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Boesku for a finish.
Boesku is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Petersen.
Petersen controlling well, preventing Boesku from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Petersen looking to break Boesku's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Boesku remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Petersen will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Boesku wants to control his opponent's hands but Petersen gets his hands free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boesku trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T12#
Petersen controls the position.#SUB2#
Petersen is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Boesku is defending well though. Petersen let's go of the attempt for now.
Boesku just trying to survive but Petersen is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Petersen's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Boesku trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T13#
Petersen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Petersen has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boesku manages to reverse the position and now he's in Petersen's guard. Nice work there by Boesku.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (8) Petersen
Petersen trying to control the position here.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Petersen is retaining full guard.
Petersen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (10) Petersen
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Petersen looking to pass the guard. #T14#
Petersen won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Boesku manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (10) Petersen
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Petersen pulls Boesku in close to his closed guard and prevents Boesku from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen wins on points by 10 to 4.
Conald Petersen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WPGC 9
Date: Feb 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 34 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 28 losses; Bart Cubbedge !
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Cubbedge with a poor takedown #TD#
and Boesku counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Cubbedge
Boesku is looking to advance position but Cubbedge won't allow it.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Cubbedge won't allow it.
Cubbedge is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (2) vs (4) Cubbedge
Cubbedge not allowing Boesku to control his hands. #SUB2#
Boesku showing good submission defense here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (4) Cubbedge
Boesku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (7) vs (4) Cubbedge #T1#
Cubbedge is trying to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge keeps trying to improve his position.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cubbedge keeps working.
Boesku tries to move into full mount but can't pass Cubbedge 's legs. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cubbedge has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Cubbedge ! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (9) vs (4) Cubbedge
Boesku trying to control but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge 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: Boesku (9) vs (6) Cubbedge
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Boesku gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (11) vs (6) Cubbedge #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cubbedge trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku stays in close to Cubbedge 's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cubbedge swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cubbedge wants to sweep but no luck. #T4##SUB2#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boesku trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge can't keep his opponent in guard - Boesku advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boesku trying to control the action but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge is in trouble now - Boesku has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (14) vs (6) Cubbedge
Cubbedge working to try and regain half guard.
#T5#
Cubbedge wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Cubbedge is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Boesku is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Cubbedge is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Cubbedge flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Boesku anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Cubbedge and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Boesku slips an arm under Cubbedge chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Boesku has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Boesku is squeezing on Cubbedge like an anaconda would it's prey. Cubbedge fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Boesku thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WPGC 8
Date: Feb 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 34 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Balkan moves into the clinch.
Boesku changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Balkan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Boesku gets tackled into the ropes by Balkan. Balkan maintains the clinch.
Boesku drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Balkan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Balkan ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Balkan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan managing to control the position.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balkan is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
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.#T1#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Balkan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Balkan is retaining full guard.
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T2#
Balkan trying to control the position here.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Balkan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom. #T3#
Balkan being controlled here, momentarily.
Boesku is fighting to break Balkan's control of his arms but Balkan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Balkan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Boesku passes Balkan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boesku trying to control the action but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Boesku might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Balkan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Balkan wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Balkan is working away. #T5#
Boesku is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Balkan is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
Boesku is trying to control. Balkan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Balkan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku wants to control but Balkan is keeping him busy.
Balkan trying to control but Boesku postures up.
Boesku keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Boesku is keen to just control but Balkan is a slippery customer.
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku trying to mount his opponent but Balkan defends it.
Balkan is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Balkan is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Boesku trying to control the pace. #T7#
Boesku is keen to just control but Balkan is a slippery customer.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Balkan won't allow it.
Boesku wants to control but Balkan is keeping him busy.
Balkan trying to control here.
Boesku controlling the action here.
Balkan is not content to let Boesku control the position.#T8#
Balkan is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Balkan trying to control the position.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Balkan is keeping the position.
Boesku is fighting to break Balkan's control of his arms but Balkan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T9#
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
Balkan is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up. #T10#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balkan is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Balkan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boesku can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Balkan has control of Boesku's left arm, preventing Boesku from doing any damage.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T12#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Balkan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Balkan controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Boesku sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Balkan's guard.
Balkan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku trying to advance position but Balkan counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Balkan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Boesku escapes and throws Balkan's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (0) vs (3) Boesku
You can see the frustration on Balkan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T14#
Boesku has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Balkan (0) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku looking to control but Balkan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Boesku goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Balkan turns into him and now he's in Boesku's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (5) Boesku
Balkan content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku wins on points by 5 to 2.
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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:
WPGC 7
Date: Feb 05, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 27 losses; Malaki Fiso! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 33 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boesku slaps away a takedown attempt from Fiso, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Fiso dives in for a single leg takedown but Boesku sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Boesku is looking to take this one to the mat.
Fiso is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Boesku gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malaki Fiso. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fiso is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Boesku is defending well.
Boesku prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Fiso is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Boesku can't fight it off and eventually Fiso manages to take the fight to the floor. Boesku looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fiso (2) vs (0) Boesku
Fiso being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiso pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Fiso from controlling successfully. #T1#
Fiso is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Fiso wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Fiso won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Fiso postures up.
Fiso trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fiso being controlled here momentarily.
Fiso tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Fiso is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Fiso trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku trying to control the position here.
Fiso postures up.
Fiso passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boesku is staying active underneath Fiso, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku tries to roll over but Fiso keeps him under control.
Fiso is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Fiso trying to control the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Boesku won't allow Fiso to pass to mount.
Fiso controlling the action here.
Boesku controlling the position well.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Fiso trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Fiso is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T4#
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fiso sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Fiso has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Fiso prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Fiso is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fiso passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Fiso (5) vs (0) Boesku
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. #T5#
Fiso looking to control but instead Boesku has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Boesku is not content to let Fiso control the position.
Fiso is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Fiso is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku is staying active underneath Fiso, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Fiso prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Fiso stalling.
We've been hearing good reports from Fiso'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.#T6#
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fiso perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T7#
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Fiso sits in half guard.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Fiso controlling the action here.
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
Fiso pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku 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.
Boesku is trying to keep Fiso in close.
#T8#
Fiso stays in close to Boesku's body and controls the position.
Boesku working a defensive guard but Fiso passes into half guard.
Fiso is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fiso takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boesku tries to roll over but Fiso keeps him under control.
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Fiso passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Boesku! Score +3 for passing guard: Fiso (8) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T9#
Fiso wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Fiso wants to take Boesku's back here but Boesku is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Fiso controlling the position easily from mount.
Fiso is looking to work his way around to Boesku's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Fiso avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fiso controlling from mount. #T10#
Boesku manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Fiso works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Fiso (11) vs (0) Boesku
Fiso looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boesku is still trying to improve position.
Fiso trying to control but he's not successful this time.
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.#T11#
Fiso prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Fiso controlling from mount.
Fiso wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Fiso prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Fiso controlling from the full mount.
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fiso wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fiso takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Fiso tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Fiso is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Boesku has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Boesku! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fiso (11) vs (2) Boesku
Fiso keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass. #T13#
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boesku trying to control but Fiso is working from the bottom.
Fiso is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Fiso looking to control.
Fiso 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#
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Fiso has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Fiso (15) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku 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: Fiso (15) vs (4) Boesku
Fiso trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Fiso has his hands on Boesku's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Fiso takes the fight on points by 15 to 4.
Malaki Fiso thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WPGC 6.5
Date: Jan 29, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 33 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Rodriquez gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Boesku frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Boesku tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Boesku content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rodriquez wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
#T4#
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is really struggling to control Rodriquez but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rodriquez is trying desperately to improve position.#T5#
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Boesku avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T7#
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez gets back to half guard.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Rodriquez wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Boesku is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9##SUB#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #T10#
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Boesku 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.
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boesku postures up.
#T11#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez has his hands on Boesku's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T12#
Boesku postures up.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T14#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Roman Boesku 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:
WPGC 5
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 13 wins and 11 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 33 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Balkan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is not content to let Balkan control the position.
Balkan prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Boesku is looking to control Balkan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
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.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Balkan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boesku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Balkan.
Balkan is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Balkan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Balkan is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Balkan trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2#
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Balkan wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
Balkan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Balkan not doing much here.
#T3#
Boesku gets full guard.
Balkan preventing the sweep.
Balkan looking to pass the guard.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Balkan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Balkan trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Balkan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
Balkan wants to control the position but Boesku says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Balkan controlling the position for now.#T5#
Boesku passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (2) vs (5) Boesku
Balkan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boesku's best efforts.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Balkan is working away.
Balkan is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Balkan is working away.
Balkan wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku is trying to control. Balkan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6#
Boesku slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (2) vs (8) Boesku
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Balkan struggling a bit here.
Balkan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boesku's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boesku wants to control but Balkan is keeping him busy. #T7#
Boesku is thwarting Balkan's attempts to control the position.
Balkan gets full guard.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Balkan is keeping the position.#T8#
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Balkan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Balkan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T9#
Boesku prevents Balkan from improving his position.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Balkan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Balkan gets full guard.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Boesku passes Balkan's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T10#
Balkan tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Balkan wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Balkan defends it.
Boesku not doing much here.
Balkan is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Balkan is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Balkan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku trying to control from Balkan's half guard. Balkan has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Balkan is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan controlling Boesku's posture.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving. #T12#
Balkan trying to control the position.
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.
Balkan tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Boesku is just content to waste time from the top position. Balkan takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
Boesku advances to half guard. #T13#
Balkan trying to control here.
Boesku is pressing down on Balkan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Balkan is holding on for now.
Balkan is looking to improve his position.
Balkan is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Balkan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Balkan wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Boesku trying to control from Balkan's half guard. Balkan has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T14#
Balkan keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Boesku trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku wins on points by 8 to 2.
Our winner, Roman Boesku, 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:
WPGC 4.6
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 4 wins and 0 losses; Derek Erwin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 32 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Erwin rushes Boesku and presses him up against the ropes.
Erwin goes for a takedown attempt but Boesku pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
Boesku looking to score a takedown here. Erwin is defending well but Boesku drives through and ends up in Erwin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Erwin (0) vs (2) Boesku#SUB#
Erwin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Boesku is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Erwin is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erwin keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T1#
Erwin being controlled here, momentarily.
Erwin keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Erwin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Boesku controls the pace.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Erwin is keeping the position.
Erwin is pulling down on Boesku's head. It's preventing any offense from Boesku, at least for the moment.#T2#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Erwin keeps moving.
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku pushing down on Erwin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Erwin desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boesku trying to control the action but Erwin is working from the bottom. #T3#
Boesku controlling the action here.
We've been hearing good reports from Erwin'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#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku trying to control the action but Erwin is working from the bottom.
Erwin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Erwin (4) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Erwin controlling well, preventing Boesku from escaping the position.
Erwin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Boesku.
Boesku tries to escape the position.
#T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Erwin struggling to keep hold of the position.
Erwin 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.
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Erwin gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
Boesku tries to roll but Erwin sticks to his back.
#T6#
Erwin avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Boesku tries to roll but Erwin sticks to his back.
Boesku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Will Erwin go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boesku trying to control the hands but Erwin won't let him.
Boesku can't escape the position.
#T7#
Erwin is trying to stick to Boesku's back but Boesku is turning into Erwin. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Erwin's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Erwin (4) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku won't allow Erwin to sweep him here.
Erwin controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Boesku trying to control but Erwin 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.#T8#
Erwin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boesku pushing down on Erwin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Erwin won't allow Boesku to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Erwin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage.
The fighters are battling for position here. Erwin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to control but Erwin is working from the bottom. #T9#
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Erwin is keeping the position.
Erwin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Erwin keeps moving.
Boesku might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Erwin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Erwin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Erwin (6) vs (4) Boesku#T10#
Erwin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Erwin from controlling successfully.
Erwin stays in close to Boesku's body and controls the position.
Boesku controls Erwin momentarily but Erwin frees himself. #T11#
Erwin looking to sit in guard and control but Boesku gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Erwin (6) vs (6) Boesku
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Erwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Erwin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Erwin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Erwin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Erwin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Erwin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Erwin (8) vs (6) Boesku
Boesku wants to hit a sweep here but Erwin passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Boesku there! Score +3 for passing guard: Erwin (11) vs (6) Boesku
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
#T13#
Erwin controlling the pace for now.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Erwin controlling the pace for now.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Erwin's attempts to control the action. #T14#
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boesku is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boesku wants to hold on but Erwin pushes him away.
Erwin trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Erwin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Erwin forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Erwin (14) vs (6) Boesku
And that's the end of the fight!
Erwin takes the fight on points by 14 to 6.
Our winner, Derek Erwin, 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:
WPGC 3
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 20 wins and 17 losses; Marc Read! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 32 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Boesku looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Read (0) vs (2) Boesku#SUB2#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Read sees it coming and defends easily.
Boesku prevents Read from improving his position.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Read is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku wants to control but Read is keeping him busy.
Read is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Read keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
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.#T1#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Read looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Read is keeping the position.#SUB#
Read looking for subs off his back but Boesku has passed one foot through into half guard.
Read is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Read'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.#T2#
Read wants to get back to full guard.
Read is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Read is defending the position.
Read tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Boesku controlling the action here.#T3#
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Read does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Read trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Boesku works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Read (0) vs (5) Boesku
Read is trying desperately to improve position.
Boesku tries to control but Read wriggling away. #T4#
Boesku takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku avoids the attempt from Read to control.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Read is squirming around nicely.
Read is looking to get to half guard.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T5#
Boesku wants to control the pace but Read is squirming around nicely.
Read is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Read is working hard here to advance position.
Read is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Read tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.
Read is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T6#
Boesku controlling from mount.
Boesku tries to control but Read wriggling away.
Boesku wants to control the action but instead Read gets a body lock and reverses into Boesku's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (2) vs (5) Boesku
Read trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Read pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku 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.
Read tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku is trying to keep Read in close.
Read won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
Read postures up.
#T8#
Read wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku is trying to keep Read in close.
Read wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Read is one step ahead there.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Read manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (2) vs (7) Boesku#T9#
Boesku content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Read has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boesku can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Read has his foot on Boesku's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boesku works his way back into a safe position though.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Read is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Read wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Read being controlled here, momentarily.
Read is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Read 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.
Boesku is fighting to break Read's control of his arms but Read is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Read not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T11#
Boesku slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Read working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Read throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Read is keeping the position.
Read 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: Read (4) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T12#
Read stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Read from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking to control.
Boesku trying to control the position here.
Read trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #T13#
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Read thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Read tries to pass.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Read drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Boesku dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (4) vs (9) Boesku
Boesku trying to control but Read is working from the bottom. #T14#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Read is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (6) vs (9) Boesku
Boesku has control of Read's left arm, preventing Read from doing any damage.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Read is one step ahead there.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Read from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Read looking to improve position, pressing down on Boesku's thigh with his hand. Boesku seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Read paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Read's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Boesku picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
A very excited looking Roman Boesku 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:
WPGC 2
Date: Jan 01, 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 18 wins and 19 losses; Jab Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 32 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Sosuke Kotani and Taro Takaoka.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Brown shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Boesku as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Boesku looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Brown! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Brown (0) vs (4) Boesku
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.
Brown is looking for a sweep.
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
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.
Boesku trying to control the position but Brown is working away.
Brown struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Brown wants to control but Boesku postures up.
Brown gets back to half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Boesku is working for a kimura but Brown is defending it quite comfortably.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but Brown defending well.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Brown is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Boesku jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (7) Boesku
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. #SUB2#
Boesku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Brown, who protects the arm well.
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Boesku wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Brown tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Boesku presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Brown (0) vs (9) Boesku
Brown regains half guard.
Brown trying to control here.
Boesku is keen to just control but Brown is a slippery customer.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brown is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brown avoid being mounted?#T3#
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position. #SUB2#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Brown is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boesku perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Brown is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brown is working hard here to advance position.
Brown moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Brown trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Brown wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Brown controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Brown will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boesku 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.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Brown is controlling Boesku's posture.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet. #T5#
Brown keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Brown not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Brown holds on and takes a little breather.
Boesku trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T6#
Brown looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brown has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture.
Brown is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet.
Boesku trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brown keeps working.
Boesku uses his free foot to push down on Brown's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Brown. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (12) Boesku#T7#
Boesku avoids the attempt from Brown to control.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
Brown wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.#SUB2#
Boesku moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Brown has worked his arm free - good work by Brown!
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T8#
Brown is trying to escape the position but Boesku is controlling the position.
Brown tries to buck Boesku off but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku tries to advance to mount but can't.
Brown wants to control but Boesku postures up.
Boesku tries to advance to mount but Brown denies him.
Boesku works to advance to full mount. Brown defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Brown (0) vs (14) Boesku
Boesku looking to control but Brown is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T9#
Brown 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.
Brown is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brown avoid being mounted?
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boesku is thwarting Brown's attempts to control the position.#T10#
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Brown is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brown gets full guard.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Boesku postures up.
#T11#
Boesku advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (17) Boesku
Brown sneaks back into half guard.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Brown is working away. #T12#
Boesku moves into full mount! Brown won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (20) Boesku
Brown tries to lock up and control but Boesku gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brown can't escape the position.
Boesku is trying to control here but Brown has managed to regain half guard.
Well, if Boesku 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.
#T13#
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Brown defends it.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Brown is having none of it. #SUB2#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Brown is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Brown regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku won't allow Brown to sweep him here. #T14#
Brown controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a triangle here but Boesku uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (23) Boesku
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown wants to control but Boesku postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku wins on points by 23 to 0.
A relieved looking Roman Boesku 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:
WPGC 1
Date: Dec 25, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 31 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 27 losses; Leandro Lo!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Yukihiro Shimada.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lo shoots for a double leg takedown but Boesku sprawls well. He's pushed Lo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Boesku manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lo on his heels. He'll look to pass Lo's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Lo
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lo wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku trying to control but Lo is working from the bottom.
Boesku is really struggling to control Lo but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Lo wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Lo is keeping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Boesku passes Lo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boesku 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.
Boesku 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.#T1#
Lo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lo trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Lo moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lo keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Lo is retaining full guard. #T2#
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.
Lo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Lo keeps moving.
Lo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Lo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Lo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Lo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Lo is retaining full guard.
Lo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lo wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Lo has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Lo keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Lo pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Lo is keeping the position.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Lo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Lo working a defensive guard here.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now.
Boesku trying to control but Lo is working from the bottom.
Lo wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Lo trying to control the position.
Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (2) Lo
Boesku looking to control but Lo passes into half guard.
#T6#
Boesku wants to control but Lo is keeping busy.
Lo is controlling the pace.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku regains full guard. Nicely done. #T7#
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Lo is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Lo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku has a hand on Lo's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Lo takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Lo
Lo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lo wants to take Boesku's back here but Boesku is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Lo fails to take his opponent's back.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Lo controlling from the full mount.
Lo trying to control but Boesku is having none of it. #T9#
Boesku tries to hold on but Lo pushes him away.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
Lo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lo wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T10#
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Lo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boesku tries to hold on but Lo pushes him away.
Boesku is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T11#
Lo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku regains half guard.
Lo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lo tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Lo passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Boesku! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (8) Lo
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Lo controlling his opponent.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T13#
Lo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Boesku is trying to reverse the position but instead Lo has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (2) vs (11) Lo
Boesku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T14#
Lo doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (11) Lo
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Lo is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 7
Date: Nov 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 29 losses; Ceph Alopodis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 30 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Ren Mimura.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Alopodis tries for a takedown but Boesku sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Boesku keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Alopodis shoots in and bounces Boesku off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (0) Boesku
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.
Alopodis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Alopodis advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alopodis trying to control from half guard but Boesku is working away.
Alopodis wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.#T1#
Boesku trying to control the position.
Alopodis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've been hearing that Alopodis has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Alopodis works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Alopodis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Alopodis trying to advance position but Boesku counters by regaining guard.
Alopodis is looking to pass into half guard but Boesku pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boesku is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (2) Boesku
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alopodis 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: Alopodis (4) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku wants to improve his position but Alopodis is controlling well.
Alopodis wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well. #SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Alopodis is trying to work for a kimura but Boesku is defending well.
#T3#
Alopodis passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (7) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boesku wants to control but Alopodis is keeping busy.
Boesku trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (10) vs (2) Boesku
Alopodis is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Boesku is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Alopodis (13) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku trying to control the hands but Alopodis won't let him. #T4##SUB#
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Alopodis. #SUB#
Alopodis looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Alopodis is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Boesku has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Alopodis is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Boesku is defending well though. Alopodis let's go of the attempt for now.
Alopodis gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
Alopodis just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T5#
Boesku can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Alopodis is persistently looking for the submission but Boesku is defending it well.
Alopodis controlling well, preventing Boesku from escaping the position.
Alopodis not allowing Boesku to control his hands.
Boesku is keeping busy.
Alopodis gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
Alopodis struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Alopodis looking for the RNC.
Boesku looking very determined here, making life difficult for Alopodis.
#T6##SUB#
Alopodis looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Alopodis working for a choke but Boesku is defending well.
Alopodis controlling well, preventing Boesku from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Alopodis is looking for a rear naked choke here but Boesku reverses the position brilliantly into Alopodis's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (13) vs (4) Boesku
Alopodis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (15) vs (4) Boesku
Alopodis wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T7#
Boesku wants to sweep here but Alopodis controlling him for the moment.
Boesku looking to control.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Alopodis tries to pass.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Alopodis passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (18) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku wants to control but Alopodis postures up.#T8#
Boesku tries to buck Alopodis off but Alopodis is having none of it.#SUB#
Alopodis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku tries to bench press Alopodis off him but Alopodis keeps the position. #SUB#
Alopodis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Alopodis is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9##SUB#
Alopodis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Boesku has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Alopodis but great work by Boesku. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Alopodis (18) vs (8) Boesku
Alopodis looking for a sweep but Boesku has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Alopodis (18) vs (10) Boesku
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Alopodis is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Alopodis sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Alopodis wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Alopodis is having none of it. #T10#
Alopodis won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Alopodis moves into full guard.
Boesku preventing the sweep.
Boesku passes Alopodis's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Alopodis tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Boesku has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (18) vs (13) Boesku
Alopodis is looking to improve his position but Boesku isn't that keen on the idea.#T11#
Alopodis is working hard here to advance position.
Alopodis regains half guard.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Alopodis won't allow it.
Alopodis is trying to get back to full guard.
Alopodis wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Alopodis wants to get back to full guard.#T12#
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Alopodis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Alopodis is looking to improve his position.
Boesku wants to control but Alopodis is keeping him busy.
Alopodis is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Alopodis is defending the position. #T13#
Boesku wants to take a breather but Alopodis is having none of it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Alopodis won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Alopodis is looking to improve his position.
Boesku wants to control but Alopodis is keeping him busy.
Alopodis is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alopodis wants to get back to full guard but Boesku has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (18) vs (16) Boesku#T14#
Boesku tries to control but Alopodis wriggling away.
Boesku might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Alopodis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Alopodis is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Alopodis defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Boesku.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Alopodis is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alopodis is trying desperately to improve position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alopodis takes the fight on points by 18 to 16.
Ceph Alopodis really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CWC 327 - Steel vs Burroughs
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 29 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Kevin Walters!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and John Kavanagh.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Walters fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Boesku to the ground. Walters is now in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Walters
Walters passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Walters
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku manages to get back to half guard.
Walters not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Walters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Walters content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Walters looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB2#
Walters is looking for a kimura here.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Walters is controlling well.
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Walters is looking to pass into half guard but Boesku pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boesku is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Walters
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Walters swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Walters keeps moving.
Walters pulls Boesku in to control the position. #SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Walters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Walters's legs - danger averted.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Walters is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Walters working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Walters looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Walters throws his legs up looking for a submission but Boesku uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (5) Walters
Walters is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku trying to control the action but Walters is working from the bottom.
Boesku tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Walters can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Walters prevents Boesku from improving position.
Walters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Walters can't do much from the bottom here.
Boesku is staying tight to Walters's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T5#
Walters tries to buck Boesku off but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku working away.
Walters is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Walters tries to buck Boesku off but Boesku is having none of it.
Walters keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Walters is looking for a sweep.
Boesku controlling the position. #T6#
Walters is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Boesku off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (5) vs (9) Walters#SUB2#
Boesku defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Walters's arms. #SUB2#
Walters is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Boesku is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kevin Walters!
Kevin Walters really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Conviction logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
CWC 325 - Pavlov vs Walters
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 28 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 15 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Kavanagh and John Roberts.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boesku keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Merlin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boesku (0) vs (4) Merlin
Merlin tries to advance to mount but Boesku denies him.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Merlin staying calm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy. #T1#
Boesku is looking to reverse the position.
Boesku is trying to control Merlin's posture but Merlin avoids it.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is not content to let Merlin control the position.
Boesku trying his best to control but Merlin has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (0) vs (6) Merlin
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Merlin looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Merlin controlling from mount.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Boesku tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
Merlin content just to control the position here.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Merlin looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Merlin avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.
Merlin prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Merlin controlling the position easily from mount.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T5#
Merlin controlling the position easily from mount.
Merlin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku prevents any damage by holding on tight.#T6#
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Merlin avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Merlin controlling his opponent. #T7#
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Boesku tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T8#
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Merlin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku is in all sorts of trouble here.
Merlin controlling from mount. #T9#
Boesku is in all sorts of trouble here.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Merlin content just to control the position here. #T10#
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Boesku wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Boesku is trying desperately to improve position.#T11#
Merlin controlling from mount.
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Merlin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape. #T12#
Merlin controlling his opponent.
Boesku manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Boesku wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
Merlin looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Merlin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Merlin wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Merlin stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Merlin is proving a slippery customer.
Merlin trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin wins on points by 6 to 0.
A victorious Xavier Merlin 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 Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 28 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 30 losses; Juu Dyon!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Paul Tew and Sam Margolis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Boesku looking to score a takedown here. Dyon is defending well but Boesku drives through and ends up in Dyon's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Dyon
Dyon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is fighting to break Dyon's control of his arms but Dyon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dyon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Dyon
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dyon is fighting to break Boesku's control of his arms but Boesku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dyon trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dyon advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Dyon
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku is not content to let Dyon control the position. #T1#
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dyon controlling from side mount.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dyon's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dyon stalling. #T2#
Dyon is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dyon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dyon is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Still in half guard, Dyon seems content to control.
Dyon is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Dyon is controlling well.
#T3#
Dyon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boesku wants to control but Dyon is keeping busy.
Dyon slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T4#
Boesku continues to stall.
Boesku is not content to let Dyon control the position.
Dyon tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Dyon is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T5#
Dyon tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Dyon controlling the action here.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
Dyon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Dyon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boesku's guard.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dyon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dyon's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (6) vs (5) Dyon
Dyon is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Boesku looking for the RNC.
Dyon tries to escape but Boesku has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Boesku is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Dyon has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T7#
Boesku controlling well, preventing Dyon from escaping the position.
Dyon keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Boesku 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, Dyon has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Dyon is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Boesku has locked on a rear naked choke here! Dyon is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
A relieved looking Roman Boesku 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 321 - Fiso vs Jan
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 27 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 29 losses; Juu Dyon!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Franklyn Lucas and David Schapiro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Boesku shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Dyon
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Dyon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dyon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Dyon 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.
Boesku controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Dyon is having none of it.
Dyon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Dyon is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
Boesku trying to control but Dyon is working from the bottom.
Dyon is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
Boesku passes into half guard.
Dyon has a hand on Boesku's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Boesku takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Dyon
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dyon is looking to escape.
Dyon tries to reverse the position but Boesku maintains control.
Dyon is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Boesku controlling from the full mount.
Dyon is desperately trying to improve his position but Boesku has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Boesku jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Dyon is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Dyon and Boesku has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dyon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku gets to mount! Dyon was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (7) vs (0) Dyon
Dyon sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Dyon is working away.
Dyon is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Dyon is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Dyon is defending well.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Dyon is working away.
Dyon regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dyon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (7) vs (2) Dyon
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
My spies in The Sparring Cages inform me that Dyon has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4#
Dyon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dyon trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (2) Dyon#SUB#
Boesku is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dyon is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dyon has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (4) Dyon
Boesku pulls Dyon in to control the position.
Dyon 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. #T5#
Boesku keeping full guard, as Dyon tries to pass.
Dyon forces his way into half guard.
Dyon not doing much here.
It looks like Dyon 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.
Dyon moves into full mount! Boesku won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (9) vs (7) Dyon
Dyon controlling his opponent. #T6#
Dyon is continuing to stall.
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Dyon maintains control.
Dyon wants to control but Boesku has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Boesku is defending against the submission attempts here by Dyon.
#T7#
Dyon slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Dyon 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.
Boesku won't allow Dyon to pass to mount.
Dyon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T8#
Let's hope that Dyon 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.
Boesku moves into full guard.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Dyon from controlling successfully.
Dyon 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#
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dyon manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (11) vs (7) Dyon
Dyon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dyon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dyon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (11) vs (9) Dyon
Boesku 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.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Dyon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dyon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Dyon passes into half guard.
Dyon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dyon uses his free foot to push down on Boesku's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boesku. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (11) vs (12) Dyon#SUB2#
Dyon jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Boesku is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Boesku and Dyon has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dyon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working. #T11#
Boesku tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dyon trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
Boesku looks to move to half guard but instead Dyon has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (11) vs (14) Dyon
Dyon controlling the position easily from mount.
Dyon's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T12#
More stalling from Dyon.
Dyon fails to take his opponent's back.
Dyon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dyon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Dyon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Dyon maintains control.
Boesku is controlling an arm, preventing Dyon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dyon tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Dyon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T14#
Dyon can't control as he wanted to and Boesku manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Dyon trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku wants to control but Dyon is keeping busy.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dyon is working away from the top position though.
Well, if Dyon 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dyon wins on points by 14 to 11.
After the fight, Juu Dyon was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
CWC 320 - Fiso vs Brown
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 26 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Marc Read!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Steve Montenegro and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Read has managed to clinch.
Read goes for a takedown attempt but Boesku pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Read moves into the clinch successfully.
Read tries to score a body lock takedown but Boesku shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Read pulls guard.
Read is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Read 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: Boesku (0) vs (2) Read
Boesku moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is looking to sweep but instead, Read has passed into half guard.
#SUB2#
Read is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boesku sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Boesku trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Read wants to work for an arm triangle but Boesku is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boesku is not content to let Read control the position.
Read looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Read is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Read is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Read is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Read trying to control from Boesku's half guard. Boesku has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Read pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Read is still trying to improve position.
Read controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Read postures up.
Read slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Read
Boesku is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Boesku prevents Read from improving position. #SUB2#
Read has hold of Boesku's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Boesku tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Read cranks the arm and Boesku screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Boesku, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Marc Read!
Marc Read 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 319 - Saldini vs Toehold
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 26 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 23 losses; Ceph Alopodis!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Saam Ante and Patrick Alders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Boesku 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: Boesku (4) vs (0) Alopodis
Alopodis is trying to get back to half guard.
Alopodis is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Alopodis gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (6) vs (0) Alopodis
Alopodis manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Alopodis regains full guard. Nicely done.
Alopodis 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.
Boesku passes into half guard.
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.
Alopodis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alopodis.
Boesku preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Alopodis is still trying to improve position.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alopodis is keeping the position for now.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving.
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Alopodis.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Alopodis is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (2) Alopodis
Boesku seems keen to control Alopodis's posture.
Alopodis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Alopodis trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Alopodis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Alopodis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alopodis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (6) vs (5) Alopodis
Alopodis tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs.
Alopodis tries to advance position but instead Boesku slips a leg back in to half guard.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Boesku trying to control but Alopodis postures up.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Alopodis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Alopodis's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (10) vs (5) Alopodis#T3#
Boesku is hanging on to Alopodis's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Boesku looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Alopodis taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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 317 - Peterson vs Addams
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 38 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 25 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Frank Dennis and Stewart Dunkirk.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Pavlov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pavlov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pavlov (4) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Boesku can't do much from the bottom here.
Boesku manages to get back to half guard.
Boesku wants to control but Pavlov is keeping busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Pavlov'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.
Pavlov trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku tries to roll over but Pavlov keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov not doing much here.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Pavlov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pavlov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (7) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku stops Pavlov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Pavlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boesku tries to lock up and control but Pavlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
Pavlov fails to move to back control.
Pavlov controlling his opponent.
Boesku tries to lock up and control but Pavlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pavlov is looking to work his way around to Boesku's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Pavlov isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Pavlov's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Pavlov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Boesku is surviving well by controlling Pavlov's body position as best he can.
Pavlov looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pavlov wants to take Boesku's back but he can't do it this time.
Pavlov is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Boesku is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (10) vs (0) Boesku
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T4#
Pavlov struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Boesku is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Pavlov controlling well, preventing Boesku from escaping the position.
Boesku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T5##SUB#
Pavlov 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, Boesku has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Pavlov controls the action.
Boesku wants to escape the position.
Pavlov trying to control momentarily.
Pavlov is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off. #T6#
Boesku tries to break free.
Pavlov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB#
Pavlov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Boesku knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Boesku for a finish. #T7#
Boesku can't escape the position.
Pavlov trying to control.
Good control from Pavlov.#SUB#
Pavlov tightening his grip on Boesku, looking for the choke.
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.
#T8#
Pavlov is looking to control Boesku but Boesku is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Boesku is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Pavlov.
Pavlov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
Boesku prevents Pavlov from getting a body triangle.#T9#
Pavlov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Boesku just trying to survive but Pavlov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Pavlov tries to keep control of the position but Boesku is staying busy.
Boesku is really stuck here.
Pavlov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Boesku.#T10##SUB#
Pavlov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Boesku staying busy and making it hard for Pavlov to control. #SUB#
Pavlov looking to break Boesku's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Boesku remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Pavlov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
Pavlov has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T11#
Pavlov controlling from the back.
Will Pavlov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Pavlov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Pavlov'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.#T12#
Boesku staying busy and making it hard for Pavlov to control.
Pavlov controlling from the back.
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Pavlov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boesku looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Boesku tries to break free.
#T13#
Boesku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Pavlov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Pavlov keeps control of the position easily here as Boesku tries to buck him off.
Boesku trying to control the hands but Pavlov breaks the grip. #T14#
Boesku tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
Boesku 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 Pavlov gets his way!
Pavlov avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Pavlov controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov takes the fight on points by 10 to 0.
Matvey Pavlov retains his lightweight title!
Matvey Pavlov 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 316 - Saldini vs Toehold
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 25 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Joshua Burroughs!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boesku gets caught flat footed, as Burroughs shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Burroughs
Burroughs slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Burroughs won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
Boesku can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burroughs controls the pace.
Burroughs's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to hit a sweep here but Burroughs passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Boesku there! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Burroughs
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.#T1#
Burroughs controlling the pace for now.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Burroughs controlling from mount.
Burroughs trying to control but Boesku is having none of it. #T2#
Burroughs tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Burroughs trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku gets back to half guard.
Burroughs working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Boesku's thigh. Boesku counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T3#
Burroughs looking to pass the guard.
Burroughs's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burroughs is one step ahead there.
Burroughs controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Boesku seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T5#
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burroughs's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Burroughs
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burroughs 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: Boesku (2) vs (7) Burroughs
Boesku is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Burroughs in particular looking to stall.#T6#
Burroughs is looking to pass Boesku's guard but actually Boesku recovers to full guard.
Burroughs is stalling in the full guard.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burroughs is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Burroughs has managed to sneak the leg through.#T7#
Boesku regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burroughs controls from within his opponent's guard.
It looks like Burroughs 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.
Burroughs looking to pass the guard.
Burroughs wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving. #T8#
Burroughs is stalling in the full guard.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
Burroughs content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Burroughs stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.#SUB#
Burroughs looking to improve position, pressing down on Boesku's thigh with his hand. Boesku seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Burroughs paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Burroughs's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Boesku picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
A very excited looking Roman Boesku 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 315 - Pavlov vs Miyagi
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 25 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Jimmy Burroughs!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Burroughs closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Boesku did well to prevent Burroughs getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Burroughs
Burroughs not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Burroughs is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Boesku still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Boesku has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) Burroughs
Burroughs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Burroughs is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Burroughs manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (4) Burroughs
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burroughs prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Burroughs is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now. #T1#
Boesku controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Burroughs wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it.
Burroughs performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boesku is doing well to control the position and prevent Burroughs from advancing to side control.
Burroughs moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (4) vs (7) Burroughs#T2#
Boesku can't do much from the bottom here.
Burroughs slows the pace down.
Burroughs tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs. #SUB2#
Burroughs thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Burroughs trying to control the position but Boesku is working away. #T3#
Boesku tries to bench press Burroughs off him but Burroughs keeps the position.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Burroughs's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Burroughs is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Still in half guard, Burroughs seems content to control.
Boesku keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Burroughs tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it. #T4#
Burroughs sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boesku gets back to full guard.
Boesku 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: Boesku (6) vs (7) Burroughs
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T5#
Boesku is pressing down on Burroughs's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burroughs is holding on for now.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burroughs keeps working.
Burroughs is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Burroughs is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Burroughs is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Burroughs is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Boesku sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burroughs wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Burroughs is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (9) vs (7) Burroughs
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Burroughs wants to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.#T7#
Boesku wants to control the pace but Burroughs is squirming around nicely.
Boesku avoids the attempt from Burroughs to control.
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Burroughs is desperately trying to improve his position but Boesku has a good base and remains in mount.
Boesku tries to control but Burroughs wriggling away. #SUB#
Boesku wants to finish this one by submission but Burroughs is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Boesku.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Burroughs is squirming around nicely. #T8#
Burroughs 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.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Burroughs has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boesku is trying to control. Burroughs wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Burroughs defends it.
Burroughs is trying to control but can't.
Burroughs is trying to get back to full guard.
Burroughs works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku passes into half guard.
Burroughs is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Boesku is trying to control. Burroughs wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Burroughs makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burroughs.
Boesku is looking to pass into half guard but Burroughs pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Burroughs is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (9) Burroughs
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
Burroughs pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Boesku wants to sweep here but Burroughs controlling him for the moment.
Boesku controlling Burroughs's posture.
Burroughs trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Burroughs controlling him for the moment.
Burroughs trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #T11#
Burroughs pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Burroughs stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Burroughs pushes down on Boesku's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boesku is adopting a defensive guard.#T12#
Burroughs trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku seems keen to control Burroughs's posture.
Burroughs trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burroughs won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Burroughs postures up.
#T13#
Burroughs is fighting to break Boesku's control of his arms but Boesku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
Burroughs is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Burroughs pushes his legs off easily.
Boesku is trying to keep Burroughs in close.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully. #T14#
Burroughs is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Burroughs has managed to sneak the leg through.
Burroughs is stalling here. Boesku is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Burroughs seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Boesku has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (13) vs (9) Burroughs
Boesku working away.#SUB#
Boesku goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Burroughs has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Boesku but great work by Burroughs. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (13) vs (13) Burroughs
Boesku is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burroughs tries to move to full mount but Boesku actually manages to regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Boesku gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Boesku takes the fight on points by 14 to 13.
A relieved looking Roman Boesku 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 313 - Halli vs Pancake
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 15 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 25 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Boesku. #TD#
Al Jhit decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (0) Boesku#SUB#
Al Jhit seems to be working for a kimura but Boesku defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Al Jhit is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boesku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Al Jhit.
Al Jhit is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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.
Al Jhit trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Boesku is pressing down on Al Jhit's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Al Jhit is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Boesku is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Boesku has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (2) Boesku
Al Jhit tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Al Jhit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku is pushing down on Al Jhit's leg trying to pass to half guard. Al Jhit is fighting to maintain full guard but Boesku has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku uses his free foot to push down on Al Jhit's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Al Jhit. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (5) Boesku
Al Jhit is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Al Jhit slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Al Jhit does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Al Jhit is positioning himself well to prevent Boesku advancing to mount.
I've been told that Boesku 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.
Al Jhit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Al Jhit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Al Jhit's legs - danger averted.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Al Jhit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Al Jhit'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.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Al Jhit is retaining full guard.
Al Jhit wants to sweep but no luck.
Al Jhit is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
Boesku works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Al Jhit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Al Jhit (6) vs (5) Boesku#SUB#
Boesku 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 Al Jhit gets his way!
#SUB#
Al Jhit looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Boesku is controlling Al Jhit 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (6) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Al Jhit working a defensive guard but Boesku passes into half guard.
Al Jhit wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Al Jhit is defending the position. #T4#
Boesku is trying to control. Al Jhit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Al Jhit defends it.
Al Jhit trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Al Jhit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku controlling the pace.
Al Jhit makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Al Jhit.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Al Jhit.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Al Jhit keeps moving.
Al Jhit can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Boesku controls the pace.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Al Jhit is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
Boesku 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.
Boesku slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (6) vs (10) Boesku#T6#
Al Jhit prevents Boesku from improving 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.
Al Jhit tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping him busy.
Al Jhit sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boesku moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (6) vs (13) Boesku
Al Jhit is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Al Jhit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T7#
Boesku tries to move to mount but Al Jhit blocks the move with his legs.
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep.
Al Jhit can't do much from the bottom here.
Al Jhit is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Al Jhit is looking to reverse the position.
Al Jhit sneaks back into half guard.
Boesku is trying to control. Al Jhit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T8#
Al Jhit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Al Jhit (10) vs (13) Boesku
Boesku trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Al Jhit is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Boesku knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Boesku for a finish.
Boesku breaks Al Jhit's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (10) vs (15) Boesku
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Al Jhit wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku pushes down on Al Jhit's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Al Jhit is working away.
Al Jhit trying to control but Boesku postures up.
#T9#
Boesku looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Al Jhit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Al Jhit has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Al Jhit is having none of it.
Al Jhit moves into full guard.
Al Jhit tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Al Jhit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T10#
Boesku forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Al Jhit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.#SUB2#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Al Jhit is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T11#
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Al Jhit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku is still trying to improve position.
Boesku prevents Al Jhit from improving his position.
Al Jhit gets full guard.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Al Jhit wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Al Jhit 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: Al Jhit (12) vs (15) Boesku#SUB#
Al Jhit is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T12#
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Al Jhit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Al Jhit is working for a submission of some sort.
#T13#
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Al Jhit's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Al Jhit's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Al Jhit (12) vs (19) Boesku
I really don't envy Al Jhit right now.
#SUB2#
Boesku is persistently looking for the submission but Al Jhit is defending it well.
Boesku controlling the position well here. Al Jhit rolled but Boesku kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14##SUB2#
Boesku looking to break Al Jhit's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Al Jhit remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Boesku will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Al Jhit turns into Boesku and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Al Jhit (14) vs (19) Boesku
Al Jhit looking to pass the guard.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Al Jhit looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Jhit trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is pulling down on Al Jhit's head. It's preventing any offense from Al Jhit, at least for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku wins on points by 19 to 14.
A relieved looking Roman Boesku 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 311 - Lee vs Brown
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 69 wins and 35 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 24 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Pavlov dives in and scores a takedown into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pavlov (2) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pavlov is one step ahead there.
Boesku trying to control the position here.
Pavlov 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.
Pavlov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Pavlov postures up.
Boesku is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Pavlov 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#
Pavlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pavlov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pavlov being controlled here momentarily.
Pavlov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pavlov wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T2#
Pavlov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Boesku managing to control the position.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Pavlov tries to pass.
Boesku working a defensive guard but Pavlov passes into half guard.
#T3#
Pavlov is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
Pavlov uses his free foot to push down on Boesku's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boesku. Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (5) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku wants to control but Pavlov is having none of it.
Pavlov controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Pavlov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Pavlov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Pavlov wants to take Boesku's back here but Boesku is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Pavlov controlling from the full mount.
Boesku is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pavlov wants to take Boesku's back here but Boesku is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Pavlov controlling from the full mount.
Pavlov avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.#T6#
Pavlov prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Pavlov controlling from mount.
Pavlov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pavlov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T7#
Boesku tries to lock up and control but Pavlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Pavlov's attempts to control the action.
Pavlov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Pavlov controlling from the full mount.
Pavlov'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.
Pavlov looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8#
Pavlov moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (8) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku turns into Pavlov and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (8) vs (2) Boesku
Pavlov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Pavlov is adopting a defensive guard.#T9#
Pavlov controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Pavlov pulls Boesku in close to his closed guard and prevents Boesku from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boesku sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pavlov's guard.
Pavlov is trying to control but can't.
Pavlov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Pavlov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T10#
Pavlov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pavlov trying to control the position.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pavlov is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pavlov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (10) vs (2) Boesku
Pavlov trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Boesku can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pavlov controls the pace.#T11#
Further stalling from Pavlov.
Boesku pulls Pavlov in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Pavlov tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Pavlov controlling him for the moment.
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T12#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (10) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Pavlov is keeping the position.
Pavlov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pavlov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pavlov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pavlov is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Pavlov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T13#
Boesku 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.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Pavlov is keeping the position.
Boesku won't allow Pavlov to sweep him here.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Pavlov trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Pavlov is holding on to half guard well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.#T14#
Pavlov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Pavlov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to control but Pavlov is working from the bottom.
Pavlov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Pavlov working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
A victorious Matvey Pavlov 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 310 - Peterson vs Zulu
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 10 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 23 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Chad Campbell and Eddie Farnsworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Boesku darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (0) vs (2) Boesku
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Merlin keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boesku is pressing down on Merlin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Merlin is holding on for now.
Boesku is controlling the pace.
Merlin is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boesku seems to be looking for submissions.
Merlin trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Merlin is working away.
Merlin is controlling Boesku's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Boesku sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Merlin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Merlin is having none of it.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merlin is positioning himself well to prevent Boesku advancing to mount. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Merlin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage.
Merlin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Boesku tries to pass the half guard into mount. Merlin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Merlin is trying to get back to full guard.
Merlin trying to control from the bottom.
Merlin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Merlin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Merlin tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Merlin is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Merlin manages to get to full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Merlin is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Merlin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Merlin's legs - danger averted.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Merlin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Merlin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Merlin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Merlin looking to control.
#T6#
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Merlin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Merlin content to stall in guard here.
Boesku trying to control the position here.
Boesku 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.#T7#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boesku holds on and takes a little breather.
Merlin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Merlin looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Merlin stands and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (2) Boesku
Merlin trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Merlin stalls from top position.
Merlin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Boesku! Score +2 for reaching mount: Merlin (7) vs (2) Boesku#T9#
Merlin looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boesku regains half guard.
Merlin prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Merlin passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (10) vs (2) Boesku
Merlin tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.#T10##SUB#
Merlin looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Merlin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Merlin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T11#
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Merlin controlling the pace for now.
Merlin tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Boesku 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: Merlin (10) vs (4) Boesku
Merlin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T12#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merlin controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Merlin wants to sweep but no luck.
Merlin keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Merlin trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Merlin keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass. #T13#
Boesku pushing down on Merlin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Merlin manages to get to full guard.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merlin trying to control the position here. #T14#
Boesku passes Merlin's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Merlin defends it.
Boesku 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.
Merlin is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku prevents Merlin from improving his position.
Merlin is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Xavier Merlin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 309 - Cruz vs Trump
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 23 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 17 losses; Koryu Miyagi!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, George Francis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Miyagi pinned against the cage. Miyagi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Miyagi steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Boesku.#TD#
Miyagi tries to sprawl but Boesku drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Miyagi
Miyagi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyagi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Miyagi
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyagi controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Miyagi pushes his legs off easily.
#T1#
Miyagi is looking to advance position but Boesku has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (6) vs (2) Miyagi
Miyagi is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku 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.
Miyagi tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Miyagi tries to reverse the position but Boesku maintains control.
Miyagi wants to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Miyagi 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.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Miyagi is squirming around nicely.
Miyagi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2##SUB#
Miyagi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Boesku.
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is having none of it.
Miyagi holds on to Boesku as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Miyagi is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Miyagi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boesku is really struggling to control Miyagi but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boesku takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku avoids the attempt from Miyagi to control.
Boesku tries to control but Miyagi wriggling away.
Miyagi is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Miyagi tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away. #SUB#
Boesku has hold of Miyagi's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Miyagi manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Miyagi working to try and regain half guard.
Boesku tries to control but Miyagi wriggling away.
Miyagi wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.#T5#
Boesku looking to control but Miyagi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Miyagi working to try and regain half guard.
Miyagi tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyagi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Miyagi tries to lock up and control but Boesku gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Boesku controlling from mount.
Boesku tries to control but Miyagi wriggling away.
Miyagi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku avoids the attempt from Miyagi to control.
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Miyagi wants to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Miyagi is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action. #T7#
Miyagi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Miyagi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Miyagi defends the submission attempt.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Miyagi is having none of it.
Miyagi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku is keen to just control but Miyagi is a slippery customer.
Miyagi is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Miyagi avoid being mounted?
Miyagi works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Miyagi is retaining full guard.
Miyagi has his hands on Boesku's head, controlling the position.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Miyagi is pulling down on Boesku's head. It's preventing any offense from Boesku, at least for the moment.
Boesku content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Miyagi.
Miyagi keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Miyagi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku is fighting to break Miyagi's control of his arms but Miyagi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Miyagi is keeping the position.#T10#
Miyagi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (4) Miyagi
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku 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.
Miyagi controlling from the top position.
Miyagi trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miyagi is one step ahead there.
Miyagi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boesku is trying to keep Miyagi in close.
Miyagi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12##SUB#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Miyagi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Miyagi won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Miyagi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Miyagi postures up.
Miyagi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Miyagi looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Boesku looking to control.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Miyagi controlling him for the moment.
Miyagi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Miyagi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Miyagi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (8) vs (4) Miyagi
Miyagi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miyagi keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Miyagi controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Boesku thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Koryu Miyagi spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill train smarter and harder next time, so i come back stronger than ever!'. |
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Event:
CWC 308 - Prelims
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 16 losses; Koryu Miyagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 23 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Miyagi closes the distance and clinches.
Miyagi is working for takedown but Boesku is calmly controlling the position for now.
Miyagi is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Boesku pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Miyagi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Boesku 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 Koryu Miyagi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyagi prevents a takedown attempt there.
Boesku gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Miyagi.
Miyagi wants a takedown.
Boesku gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Miyagi.
Boesku gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Miyagi.
Miyagi goes for a takedown attempt but Boesku pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Boesku fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Miyagi to the ground. Boesku is now in Miyagi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Miyagi (0) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku wants to control from the top but Miyagi keeps moving.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Miyagi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyagi looking for a sweep. Not yet Miyagi, not yet. #T2#
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Miyagi is keeping the position for now.
Miyagi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyagi (2) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku controls Miyagi momentarily but Miyagi frees himself.
Miyagi slips nicely into half guard.
Boesku keeping control of the position.
Miyagi is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Miyagi wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well.
Miyagi prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Boesku tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Miyagi has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Miyagi (5) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku tries to hold on but Miyagi pushes him away. #T4#
Miyagi controlling from mount.
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Miyagi maintains control.
Miyagi controlling the position easily from mount.
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Miyagi working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Boesku's thigh. Boesku counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T5#
Miyagi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Miyagi seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Miyagi controls the pace.#T7#
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyagi stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Boesku has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Miyagi controlling him for the moment. #T8#
Miyagi 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.
Miyagi'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.
Boesku 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: Miyagi (5) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku moves into full mount! Miyagi won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyagi (5) vs (7) Boesku#SUB2#
Boesku 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 Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
A very excited looking Roman Boesku 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.
In defeat, Koryu Miyagi stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ill train smarter and harder next time, so i come back stronger than ever!'. |
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Event:
CWC 306 - Halli vs Brown
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 15 losses; Koryu Miyagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 22 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, John Roberts and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boesku throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Miyagi tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Boesku is in Miyagi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Miyagi (0) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku pushing down on Miyagi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Miyagi is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Miyagi won't allow it. #SUB2#
Boesku is working for a kimura here but Miyagi manages to reverse the position and he's now in Boesku's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyagi (2) vs (2) Boesku
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyagi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Miyagi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyagi sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Miyagi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Miyagi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Miyagi tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Miyagi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Miyagi is proving a slippery customer.
Miyagi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Miyagi passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Miyagi (5) vs (2) Boesku
Miyagi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs.
Boesku wants to control but Miyagi postures up.
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Miyagi's best efforts.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Miyagi is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Boesku is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku trying to hold on to Miyagi's head to control him but Miyagi postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miyagi in particular looking to stall.
Boesku controlling the position well.
Miyagi tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it. #T5#
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Miyagi has control of the leg.
Miyagi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Miyagi is controlling well.
Boesku wants to sweep but Miyagi has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyagi (8) vs (2) Boesku
Miyagi working away.#T6#
Boesku prevents Miyagi from moving into mount.
Miyagi slows the pace down.
Miyagi is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Miyagi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boesku is not content to let Miyagi control the position. #T7#
Miyagi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Boesku is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Miyagi slows the pace down. #T8#
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Miyagi's best efforts.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Miyagi sits in half guard.
Boesku is pressing down on Miyagi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Miyagi won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Miyagi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyagi (8) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Miyagi is keeping the position.
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.#T9#
Boesku is keen to just control but Miyagi is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku prevents Miyagi from improving his position.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Miyagi is defending the position.
Boesku trying to advance position but Miyagi counters by regaining guard.
Miyagi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Miyagi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Miyagi keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Miyagi is pulling down on Boesku's head. It's preventing any offense from Boesku, at least for the moment.#T10#
Miyagi trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku passes Miyagi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boesku with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Miyagi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Miyagi.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Miyagi looking to control.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard.
Miyagi managing to control the position.
Miyagi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T11#
Boesku trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Miyagi is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyagi (10) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Boesku throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boesku looking to control.
#T12#
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miyagi is one step ahead there.
Boesku is pulling down on Miyagi's head. It's preventing any offense from Miyagi, at least for the moment.
Boesku is continuing to stall.#T13##SUB2#
Boesku working for submissions but it's allowed Miyagi to get to half guard.
Miyagi is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Miyagi is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boesku moves into full guard.
#T14#
Miyagi 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.
Boesku is trying to keep Miyagi in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyagi (10) vs (6) Boesku
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyagi takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
After winning the bout, Koryu Miyagi 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 304 - Fiso vs Morrison Jr
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 21 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 21 losses; Joshua Brown!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Paul Tew and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boesku darts in looking for a takedown but Brown gets double underhooks and turns Boesku into the cage. #TD2#
Brown pulls Boesku into guard.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Brown has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is looking to pass into half guard but Brown pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Brown is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Brown
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.
Brown content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Boesku trying to control the position.
Boesku is adopting a defensive guard.
Brown passes Boesku's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Brown content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boesku gets full guard.
Boesku controlling Brown's posture. #T2#
Boesku wants to sweep here but Brown controlling him for the moment.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Brown wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku 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.#T3#
Brown's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Brown trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Brown works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boesku controlling the position for now.
Boesku is staying active underneath Brown, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Well, if Brown 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.
Let's hope that Brown 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.
Boesku tries to roll over but Brown keeps him under control.#T4#
Brown tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Brown controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown stays in close to Boesku's body and controls the position.
Boesku wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T5#
Boesku controlling the position.
Brown trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Brown postures up.
Boesku working a defensive guard but Brown manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Brown
Boesku is looking to regain half guard here but Brown keeps moving and retains side control.
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. #T6#
Boesku is looking for a sweep.
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Brown's best efforts.
Brown is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Brown trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Brown seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Brown is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T7#
Brown is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brown stalling.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Brown is working away from the top position though.
Brown with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T8#
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brown looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Brown's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Brown.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Brown seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Brown with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
It looks like Brown 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.
Brown prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Boesku trying to hold on to Brown's head to control him but Brown postures up.
#T10#
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
Brown engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Brown won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Brown sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Boesku throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck. #T11#
Brown is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (8) Brown
Boesku tries to bench press Brown off him but Brown keeps the position.
Brown trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom. #T12#
Boesku seems a little lost for a moment, as Brown dominates the positioning.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working. #T13#
Boesku is trying to improve his position.
Boesku can't do much from the bottom here.
Brown trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Brown works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (11) Brown
Boesku is not content to let Brown control the position. #T14#
Brown is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku struggling a bit here.
Boesku is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brown trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brown wins on points by 11 to 0.
Joshua Brown 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 303 - Lo vs Silva Jr
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 21 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ramirez. #TD2#
Ramirez fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Boesku to the ground. Ramirez is now in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Ramirez
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Ramirez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku has his hands on Ramirez's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Ramirez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ramirez works his way back into a safe position though.
Boesku controlling the position.#T1#
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Ramirez trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Ramirez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ramirez is one step ahead there.
Ramirez tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku pulls Ramirez in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Ramirez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ramirez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ramirez trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Ramirez tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving. #T3#
Ramirez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Ramirez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boesku seems keen to control Ramirez's posture.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ramirez postures up.
#T4#
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku controlling Ramirez's posture.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
#T5#
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Ramirez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ramirez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Ramirez
Boesku manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Boesku wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy.
Boesku tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.
Ramirez wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it.
Ramirez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ramirez controlling the action here.#T7#
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Ramirez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku is concentrating on defense, preventing Ramirez from advancing position.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
Boesku won't allow Ramirez to pass to mount.
Ramirez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Ramirez looking for a submission but Boesku manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ramirez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Boesku 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.
Ramirez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Ramirez#T9#
Ramirez managing to control the position.
Ramirez keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Ramirez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku preventing the sweep.
Boesku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (5) Ramirez#SUB#
Boesku tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boesku has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T10#
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Ramirez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (7) vs (5) Ramirez
Boesku tries to control but Ramirez wriggling away.
Ramirez is desperately trying to improve his position but Boesku has a good base and remains in mount.
Boesku controlling the pace for now.
Ramirez is trying desperately to improve position.
Ramirez is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action. #T11#
Boesku is trying to control here but Ramirez has managed to regain half guard.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Ramirez is working away.
Ramirez is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ramirez avoid being mounted?
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Ramirez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ramirez trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Ramirez defends it. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ramirez defends it well. #T12#
Ramirez is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
Ramirez keeping hold of Boesku's head, controlling as best he can.
Boesku frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (10) vs (5) Ramirez
Ramirez working to try and regain half guard.
Ramirez regains half guard.
Ramirez wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T13#
Boesku frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (13) vs (5) Ramirez
Boesku controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Boesku is working for a guillotine from mount but Ramirez frees his head quite easily.
Ramirez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ramirez controls the position.
Boesku trying to control but Ramirez is having none of it.
Ramirez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T14##SUB#
Boesku moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Ramirez has worked his arm free - good work by Ramirez!
Boesku tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ramirez's legs. #SUB#
Boesku swings around for an armbar but Ramirez sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (13) vs (7) Ramirez
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Boesku wants to control the position but Ramirez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Boesku regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 13 to 7.
After winning the bout, Roman Boesku 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 302 - Lee vs Brown
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 21 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 17 losses; Vartan Esteves!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Boesku scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boesku (4) vs (0) Esteves#SUB#
Boesku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Esteves is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Esteves is looking to reverse the position.
Esteves manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Esteves is trying to control but can't.
Esteves is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boesku is trying to control. Esteves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Esteves controlling the position well.
Esteves is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Esteves is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1#
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Esteves managing to control the position.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Esteves is retaining full guard.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Esteves wants to get back to full guard.
Esteves is trying is best to control the position here.
Esteves has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Esteves controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Boesku prevents Esteves from improving his position.#T2#
Esteves wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Esteves is concentrating on defense, preventing Boesku from advancing position.
Esteves gets full guard.
Esteves keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Esteves tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but Esteves defending well.
Boesku works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (7) vs (0) Esteves
Esteves working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Esteves has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Esteves! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (7) vs (2) Esteves
Esteves wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Esteves is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (2) Esteves
Esteves trying to control the position.
#T4#
Esteves looking for a sweep. Not yet Esteves, not yet.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Esteves keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Esteves is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (4) Esteves
Esteves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Esteves advances to half guard.
Esteves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Esteves wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well.
Boesku controlling the position for now.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku wants to control but Esteves is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Esteves performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Esteves trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Esteves looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Esteves with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Esteves wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it. #T6#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is positioning himself well to prevent Esteves advancing to mount.
Well, if Esteves 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.
Esteves trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Esteves controlling the action here.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Esteves seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Esteves is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Esteves tries to pass. #T7#
Esteves is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boesku controls Esteves momentarily but Esteves frees himself.
Esteves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Esteves is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boesku 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.
Boesku can't keep his opponent in guard - Esteves advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Esteves is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.#T8#
Esteves controlling the action here.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Esteves tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Esteves prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Esteves seems content to control.
Esteves is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T9#
Esteves trying to control from half guard but Boesku is working away.
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Esteves tries to pass.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Esteves controlling him for the moment.
Esteves's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10##SUB#
Esteves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boesku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Esteves has managed to get both his arms back between Boesku's legs - danger averted.
Esteves slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (9) vs (7) Esteves
Esteves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Esteves off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (13) vs (7) Esteves#SUB#
Boesku is persistently looking for the submission but Esteves is defending it well.
Esteves wants to control his opponent's hands but Boesku gets his hands free. #SUB#
Esteves defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boesku's arms.
Esteves wants to escape the position.
#T11##SUB#
Boesku tightening his grip on Esteves, looking for the choke.
Esteves rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Esteves is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Esteves wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Esteves reverses the position - he's now on top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (13) vs (9) Esteves#T12#
Esteves pushes down on Boesku's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Esteves wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it.
Esteves keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Esteves is working away from the top position though.
Boesku won't allow Esteves to pass to mount.
Esteves prevents Boesku from improving his position.
Esteves is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T13#
Esteves not doing much here.
Esteves is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Esteves is taking a breather. Boesku 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.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku won't allow Esteves to pass to mount.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Esteves sits in half guard.
Esteves seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Esteves is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T14#
Boesku gets full guard.
Esteves engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boesku trying to control the position.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Esteves is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Esteves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 13 to 9.
After winning the bout, Roman Boesku 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 301 - Simone vs Dyon
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 20 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Kevin Walters!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Boesku or perhaps it was just good defense by Walters, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Walters closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Walters
Walters wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Walters performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Walters 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walters sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Walters wants to work for an arm triangle but Boesku is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Walters trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Walters is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Walters is taking a breather. Boesku 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.
Boesku is doing well to control the position and prevent Walters from advancing to side control.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Walters's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Walters's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) Walters
Walters told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Walters defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Boesku looking to break Walters's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Walters remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Boesku will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Boesku not allowing Walters to control his hands. #SUB#
Boesku has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Boesku controlling well, preventing Walters from escaping the position.
#T3#
Walters turns into Boesku and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (4) Walters
Walters wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Walters postures up.
#SUB2#
Walters drops back looking for a leg! Boesku is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boesku manages to kick Walters off! Walters jumps back into Boesku's guard.
Boesku bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Walters's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (4) Walters#SUB2#
Boesku looking to improve position, pressing down on Walters's thigh with his hand. Walters seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Boesku paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Boesku's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Walters picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kevin Walters!
After the big win, Kevin Walters made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conviction and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA Prelims 2
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 20 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Marc Read!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Alyssa Summers and Eddie Farnsworth.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Read has Boesku up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Read ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Read no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Read's guard.
Read is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Read is defending the position.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Read is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Read 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#
Read moves into full guard.
Read keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku 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.
Read tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Read looking to control.
#SUB2#
Read looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Read working a defensive guard here.
Boesku passes into half guard.
Read is looking to improve his position.
Read wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Read gets full guard.
Boesku slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (3) vs (0) Read#SUB#
Boesku tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Boesku has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Boesku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Read is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Read prevents Boesku from moving into mount. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Read knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Read tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SUB#
Boesku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Read, who protects the arm well.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Read keeps working.
Boesku tries to move to full mount but Read actually manages to regain half guard.
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Read does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Read defends the submission attempt.
Read wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Read looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Read is defending the position. #T4#
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Read is working away. #SUB2#
Read actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Read! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (6) vs (0) Read
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boesku has control of Read's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Read regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Read is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
Boesku is working for a guillotine from mount but Read frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Boesku working for a guillotine from mount but Read is in no mood to give up. #T5##SUB#
Boesku goes for an armbar but Read turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Read. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (2) Read
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Read is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Read is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Read has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6##SUB2#
Read drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boesku manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Read has Boesku in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (8) vs (2) Read
Read is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku passes Read's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Read is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Read is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage.
Boesku is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Read! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (11) vs (2) Read
Boesku trying to control but Read is having none of it. #T7#
Read gets back to half guard.
Read moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Read keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Read looking for a sweep. Not yet Read, not yet. #SUB#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Read manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Read in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (11) vs (4) Read
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T8#
Boesku pulls Read in close to his closed guard and prevents Read from doing any damage or advancing position.
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T9#
Read tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku 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.
Read pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Read wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku pulls Read in close to his closed guard and prevents Read from doing any damage or advancing position.#T10#
Read looking to pass the guard.
Read pushes down on Boesku's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Read's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Read's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (15) vs (4) Read
Read manages to reverse the position and now he's in Boesku's guard. Nice work there by Read.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (15) vs (6) Read
Read trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Read tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Read stands and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (15) vs (9) Read#SUB2#
Read working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boesku tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Read presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (15) vs (11) Read
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
#T12##SUB2#
Read goes for an armbar but Boesku turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (17) vs (11) Read
Boesku wants to control from the top but Read keeps moving. #SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Read has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Read's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Read manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Read in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (17) vs (13) Read
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T13#
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Read passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (17) vs (16) Read
Read has knee on belly momentarily but Boesku bucks him off and regains half guard.
Boesku trying to hold on to Read's head to control him but Read postures up.
Read trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#T14##SUB2#
Read is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Read is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (19) vs (16) Read
Read looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 19 to 16.
A victorious Roman Boesku 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 128
Date: Mar 16, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Boesku dives in and scores a takedown into Savage's guard.
Boesku is stalling in the full guard.
Boesku stops Savage from standing up.
Savage trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Boesku 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku trying to control but Savage is working from the bottom.
Boesku controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Savage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Savage stuffs the takedown attempt from Boesku. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Savage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Savage swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
No luck for Boesku with that takedown attempt.
The Royal Savage has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Savage sprawls well. Savage wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet.
Boesku needs to keep his hands up - Savage had a free shot at his head there.#CUT#It looks like Roman Boesku has been cut.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Savage throws a series of punches but Boesku avoids them all with ease.
Boesku fails to land the takedown.
Savage went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Savage misses with a hook.
Savage thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boesku drops his hands momentarily and Savage takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boesku shoots in looking for a takedown but Savage manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boesku's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Boesku takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Savage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boesku.
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!
Savage fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Savage swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Boesku counters with a shoot takedown. Savage fights it but they end up in guard.
Boesku won't allow Savage to get back to his feet.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Boesku postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Savage is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Boesku, into his guard. #REVR##T3#
Boesku 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##SUB2#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Savage defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for submissions but instead, Savage has regained full guard.
#SUB2#
Boesku drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Savage dives on top into guard.#REVR##T4#
Savage preventing the sweep.
Boesku controls Savage momentarily but Savage frees himself.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Savage is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB2#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Savage doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Savage manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
The Royal Savage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Roman Boesku's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Savage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Savage thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Boesku gets a double leg takedown into Savage's guard.
Boesku won't allow Savage to get back to his feet.
Boesku not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savage is looking to stand up but Boesku isn't so interested in that idea.
Boesku content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Let's hope that Boesku 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.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Boesku won't allow Savage to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
We've been told by Savage's head coaches at Blood and Iron Training that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boesku changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Savage tries to avoid it but Boesku manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Savage to the ground. Savage escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Savage lands a jab.
Boesku slips a straight right by Savage.
Boesku with the counter takedown but Savage avoids it easily.
Savage swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Boesku counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Boesku is controlling the pace.
Savage wants to get back to his feet.
#T2#
Boesku has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Boesku seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Savage is holding on tight.
#SUB2#
Boesku working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Boesku goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Savage turns into him and now he's in Boesku's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boesku is pulling down on Savage's head to control his posture. #T3##SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Savage won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Savage wants to stand and escape but instead Boesku has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Boesku showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Savage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
More stalling from Boesku.
Savage keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Roman Boesku has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Roman Boesku's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Boesku has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time.
Savage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Savage connects with a right that clearly hurt Boesku. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Savage proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Boesku collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Royal Savage!
The Royal Savage thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 115
Date: Feb 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Lester lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Boesku tries to move into range but Lester moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lester slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lester connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lester displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boesku.
Boesku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lester uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boesku throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lester's waist but Lester gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Boesku off to one side.
Boesku takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lester 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.
Lester lands with a hook. Boesku tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
No luck for Boesku with that takedown attempt.
Moe Lester has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
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!
Lester scores with a hook to the body. Boesku takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boesku drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lester connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lester connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Boesku momentarily.
Lester throws the left hand but Boesku avoids the punch easily.
Boesku bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lester scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Boesku doesn't seem bothered though.
Boesku displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lester throws out the jab.
Boesku changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Lester lands a head shot.
Boesku uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lester as he avoids it easily.
Lester throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up with Lester, looking for a takedown. Boesku pushes Lester against the cage but Lester circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lester getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD2#
Boesku closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lester quickly recovers to half guard.
Lester looks like he's trying to stand up.
Lester trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Lester is defending well.
Lester is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Lester is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku passes to side control. #T2#
Boesku slows the pace down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lester struggling a bit here.
Lester is looking for a sweep.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
You can see the frustration on Lester's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Boesku thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Boesku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boesku slows the pace down. #T3#
Lester manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boesku's best efforts.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Lester is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage.
Boesku is looking to advance position but Lester won't allow it.
Lester trying to control from the bottom.
Lester is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Lester is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lester trying to control but Boesku postures up.
Lester is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this 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.
Boesku is thwarting Lester's attempts to control the position.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Lester is defending the position.
Lester tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Lester is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Lester defends it.
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moe Lester dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lester lands a really nice looking cross but Boesku seems unphased.
Lester throws out a loose jab but Boesku uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lester misses with a looping right.
Boesku fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Boesku slips under a jab from Lester.#TD2#
Boesku looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Boesku trying to control but Lester is working from the bottom.
Boesku won't allow Lester to get back to his feet.
Boesku not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lester looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lester tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boesku is fighting to break Lester's control of his arms but Lester is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Lester keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lester is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Lester throws a big right hand that misses.
Boesku is controlling Lester's posture.
Lester with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Boesku is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lester with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lester trying to stand up but can't free himself from Boesku's guard.
Boesku pulls Lester in close to prevent any damage.
Lester trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lester distracts Boesku with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lester has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lester is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boesku can do to turn this around?
Lester wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku is pulling down on Lester's head. It's preventing any offense from Lester, at least for the moment.#T3#
Lester is in close to Boesku's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lester makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Boesku looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boesku has a closed guard, preventing Lester from standing up.
Lester chips away with some ground and pound.
Boesku looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lester is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4#
Lester landing with the ground and pound.
Lester wants to stand but Boesku is controlling his posture from full guard.
Lester wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Lester throwing strikes from guard but Boesku blocks nicely.
Boesku preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Lester from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lester passes into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moe Lester dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Boesku fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The fighters circling - Lester throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boesku moves away from the strike by Lester.
Boesku feints the counter takedown.
A jab from Lester misses.
A jab from Lester misses.
Lester is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Boesku gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lester.
Lester is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lester clobbers Boesku with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boesku uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Lester throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Boesku decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lester's guard.
Lester trying to control the position.
Lester is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lester trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Lester 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.
Boesku 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.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Lester keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Boesku drives through with a takedown into Lester's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Lester keeps moving.
Boesku won't allow Lester to sweep him here. #T2#
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lester 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.
Lester keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Roman Boesku has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lester controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Boesku 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. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice body punch from Lester. #T3#
Boesku dives in and grabs Lester's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lester pushes down on Boesku's head and hops out.
The fighters circling - Lester throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lester swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Moe Lester is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boesku shoots in but Lester avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Moe Lester has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lester scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boesku in his tracks.
Boesku dives in for a single leg takedown but Lester sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Boesku tries for a takedown but Lester sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lester cracks Boesku with a good jab.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lester sprawls well. Lester wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet.
Roman Boesku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lester scores with a nice head shot.
Boesku uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lester.
Boesku is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Moe Lester is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Lester throws a looping overhand right but Boesku ducks down to avoid it.
Boesku drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lester defends it well.
Lester misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boesku.
Boesku fails with the takedown.
Moe Lester seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Lester as Boesku shoots in.
Jab from Lester.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boesku is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lester sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lester connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice shot lands for Lester.
Lester scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lester with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A left lands for Lester.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lester as he avoids it easily.
Lester dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lester lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lester lands a really nice looking cross but Boesku seems unphased.
Boesku takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Moe Lester is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice body punch from Lester.
And that's the end of the fight!
Moe Lester showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lester, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Moe Lester!
Moe Lester bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 107
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time.
Boesku takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nice sprawl there from Gracie as Boesku shoots in.
Boesku has a takedown stuffed.
It seemed like Gracie was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boesku blocks the body kick.
Boesku dives in and grabs Gracie's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gracie pushes down on Boesku's head and hops out.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Boesku darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Boesku trying to advance position but Gracie counters by regaining guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Boesku 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.
Boesku 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#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Gracie manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Gracie in his guard.#REVB#
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Boesku avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gracie trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Gracie postures up.
Boesku has his hands on Gracie's head, controlling the position.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Gracie pulls Boesku in close to his closed guard and prevents Boesku from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom. #T3#
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Boesku drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gracie looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gracie looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gracie! #REVB#
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Gracie drops an elbow to the side of Boesku's head. #T4#
Boesku keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Boesku has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gracie trying to control from Boesku's half guard. Boesku has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku has his hands on Gracie's head, controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Boesku is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mateus Gracie will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Boesku shoots in looking for a takedown but Gracie manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boesku's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gracie bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boesku's head backwards.
Boesku has a takedown stuffed.
Gracie swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boesku defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku is keen to just control but Gracie is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku stalling.
Roman Boesku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Gracie controlling the position.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gracie is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boesku can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Boesku fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gracie avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Boesku moves out of range as Gracie throws a body kick.
Gracie slaps away a takedown attempt from Boesku, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gracie slaps away a takedown attempt from Boesku, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Boesku is out of range.
Boesku tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gracie defends well and Boesku ends up having to push Gracie into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Boesku drops down looking for an ankle pick but Gracie pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T3#
Boesku fails to land the takedown.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mateus Gracie is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gracie scores with a punch to the head.
Gracie scores with a nice body kick.
Boesku moves out of range as Gracie throws a body kick.
Mateus Gracie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gracie pushes Boesku away with a front kick.
Gracie throws a right and a left that Boesku avoids nicely.
Gracie is breathing heavily.
Gracie leaves Boesku with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gracie throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Boesku decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gracie's guard.#SUB#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Gracie manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Gracie in his guard.#REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Gracie wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Gracie is trying to control but can't.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Gracie is not content to let Boesku control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boesku not doing much here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateus Gracie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gracie but Gracie pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gracie clobbers Boesku with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boesku goes for a double leg but Gracie avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gracie continues to drive forward.
Boesku can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boesku is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gracie pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gracie has picked Boesku up - he's going for a ride! Gracie dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Gracie thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boesku's head.
Boesku wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Gracie wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy. #T1#
Boesku trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
Gracie thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gracie is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gracie takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Boesku moves into full guard.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gracie trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku managing to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boesku is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it.
Boesku wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Boesku wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Boesku tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gracie knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Roman Boesku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gracie trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.
Boesku will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Boesku ducks right into an uppercut from Gracie.
Gracie defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Boesku.#T4#
Gracie misses the jab.
No luck for Boesku with that takedown attempt.
Gracie loads up on a big right hand but Boesku slips the punch.
Gracie throws a right and a left that Boesku avoids nicely.
Boesku is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gracie sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt.
Gracie shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Boesku eats them both and turns towards Gracie to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Gracie has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boesku takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boesku changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gracie tries to avoid it but Boesku manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gracie to the ground. Gracie escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie lands with an uppercut that bounces Boesku off the cage and back into range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boesku ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Boesku is defended easily by Gracie.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mateus Gracie comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Gracie 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mateus Gracie! |
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Event:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Sep 20, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Reijo Halli! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 19 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Chris Edwards and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Boesku shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Halli is trying to defend but Boesku 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: Halli (0) vs (2) Boesku
Halli is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Halli is working hard here to advance position.
Halli is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Finish the Fight, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Halli is in trouble now - Boesku has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (0) vs (5) Boesku#SUB2#
Boesku is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Halli has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Halli! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (2) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku seems keen to control Halli's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halli slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Halli's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku 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#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Halli defends well.
Halli pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Halli is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Halli manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (2) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Halli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is stalling in the full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Halli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Halli controlling the position.#T3#
Halli wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku trying to control but Halli is working from the bottom.
Halli trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku trying to control but Halli is working from the bottom. #T4#
Boesku postures up.
#SUB#
Halli looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Halli gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (4) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Halli manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (4) vs (9) Boesku
Halli looking to control.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Halli keeps moving. #T5##SUB#
Halli is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
Halli is adopting a defensive guard.#T6##SUB2#
Boesku is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Halli is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Halli has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (6) vs (9) Boesku
Boesku is pulling down on Halli's head. It's preventing any offense from Halli, at least for the moment.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Halli has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (9) vs (9) Boesku#T7#
Boesku is trying to control Halli's posture but Halli avoids it.
Boesku tries to improve position but can't.
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boesku stops Halli from passing to mount.
Halli moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Halli (11) vs (9) Boesku
Boesku slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Halli is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Halli is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boesku sees it coming and defends easily.#T8#
Halli is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Halli wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boesku wants to control but Halli is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Halli sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boesku wants to control the action here but instead Halli manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (14) vs (9) Boesku
Halli controlling from the full mount.
Halli works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Halli (17) vs (9) Boesku
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli won't let him.
Halli controlling from the back.
Halli doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (17) vs (11) Boesku#T10#
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Halli gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (19) vs (11) Boesku
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Halli tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Halli pushes his legs off easily.
Halli wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Boesku has an active guard here but Halli has managed to pass into half guard.
Halli trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it. #T11#
Boesku trying to hold on to Halli's head to control him but Halli postures up.
Halli passes into side control, despite Boesku's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (22) vs (11) Boesku
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Halli's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Halli sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Halli is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T12#
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Halli is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Halli trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well. #SUB#
Halli is working for a submission of some sort.
Halli is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Boesku trying to get back to full guard but Halli takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (25) vs (11) Boesku#T13#
Halli looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku is wriggling around trying to escape.
Halli controlling from the full mount.
Halli can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boesku wants to control but Halli is having none of it.#T14#
Halli tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku wants to control but Halli is having none of it.
Boesku is just holding on here. Halli manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Halli (28) vs (11) Boesku
Boesku is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Halli is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halli gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Halli takes the fight on points by 28 to 11.
A less than humble Reijo Halli 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:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 3
Date: Sep 13, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 20 losses; David Morrison Jr.! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 19 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Colin Fotheringham and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Morrison Jr. gets a double leg takedown into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison Jr. (2) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison Jr. wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Morrison Jr. is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morrison Jr. doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Boesku is tightening it up a little... Morrison Jr. has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Morrison Jr. reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Morrison Jr. taps out! Nice BJJ there by Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Roman Boesku!
A victorious Roman Boesku 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 35 (145lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 19 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Kaiji Inoue!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Ackerman and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Inoue closes the distance and pushes Boesku back into the cage.#TD2#
Inoue has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Boesku uses from the top position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Inoue wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boesku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Inoue 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.
Inoue working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Inoue escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boesku 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.
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Inoue wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Boesku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Inoue is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Inoue working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
Boesku not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Boesku drops back, looking for a kneebar! Inoue looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Inoue looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Inoue! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (0) vs (4) Inoue
Boesku tries to buck Inoue off but Inoue is having none of it.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Inoue's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boesku won't allow Inoue to pass to mount.
Boesku wants to control but Inoue is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku is pressing down on Inoue's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Inoue pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku controlling the position.#T4#
Boesku controls Inoue momentarily but Inoue frees himself.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Inoue from controlling successfully.
Inoue looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Boesku throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Inoue escapes and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (7) Inoue
Inoue is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Inoue wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T5#
Boesku manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Inoue is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Inoue is aware though and is defending well.#T6##SUB#
Boesku has his feet on Inoue's thighs here. He's pushed Inoue 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! Inoue screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 19 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Aleksander Kazimierz!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Andrew Berry and James Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (0) Kazimierz
Boesku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kazimierz trying to control but Boesku postures up.
Kazimierz is looking to get back to full guard here but Boesku has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Kazimierz
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.
Kazimierz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Kazimierz is defending well.
Boesku moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (7) vs (0) Kazimierz
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB#
Boesku moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kazimierz has worked his arm free - good work by Kazimierz!
Kazimierz 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#
Kazimierz stops Boesku from passing to mount.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to get an arm triangle but Kazimierz is defending well.
Kazimierz is looking to regain half guard here but Boesku keeps moving and retains side control.
Boesku is staying tight to Kazimierz's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T2##SUB#
Boesku is trying to get an arm triangle but Kazimierz is defending well.
Kazimierz is not content to let Boesku control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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 pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kazimierz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Kazimierz's face as Boesku controls the position.
Boesku passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Kazimierz! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (9) vs (0) Kazimierz
Kazimierz is desperately trying to improve his position but Boesku has a good base and remains in mount.
Kazimierz looks winded!#SUB#
Boesku jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kazimierz is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kazimierz and Boesku has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (11) vs (0) Kazimierz#T4#
Boesku looking to control but Kazimierz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boesku controlling his opponent.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Kazimierz is squirming around nicely.
Boesku wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Boesku controlling the position easily from mount. #T5#
Boesku takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (14) vs (0) Kazimierz#SUB#
Boesku working for a choke but Kazimierz is defending well.
Boesku controlling well, preventing Kazimierz from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Boesku looking for the choke but no joy.
Kazimierz can't escape the position.
#T6##SUB#
Boesku working for the choke. #SUB#
Boesku is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kazimierz is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
Our winner, Roman Boesku, 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 TEST 5
Date: Aug 06, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Tribbiani Joey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 19 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Emerson Jorge and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boesku wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Joey (0) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Joey does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Joey sees it coming and defends easily.
Boesku moves into full mount! Joey won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Joey (0) vs (5) Boesku
Joey is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joey really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T1#
Joey is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Joey is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku tries to control but Joey wriggling away.
Joey is working to get back to half guard.
Joey tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.
Joey is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Boesku is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Joey is squirming around, avoiding Boesku's attempts to control the action.
Boesku seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Joey is holding on tight.
#T2#
Joey's coaches at AREA 51 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.
Joey 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: Joey (2) vs (5) Boesku
Joey preventing the sweep.
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boesku controls Joey momentarily but Joey frees himself.
Joey pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Boesku is trying to keep Joey in close.
Joey wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Joey manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (2) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku wants to control from the top but Joey keeps moving. #SUB#
Joey looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku postures up.
#T4#
Boesku is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joey looking for a sweep. Not yet Joey, not yet.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Joey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Joey is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
Joey working a defensive guard here.
#T5#
Joey wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Joey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Joey looking for a sweep. Not yet Joey, not yet.
Boesku trying to control but Joey is working from the bottom.
Boesku showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T6#
Joey pulls Boesku in close to his closed guard and prevents Boesku from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Joey keeps moving.
Boesku not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Joey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Joey 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.#SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Joey has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Joey's legs - danger averted.
Boesku slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8##SUB#
Joey is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
Joey keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Joey trying to control the position.
Boesku content to stall in guard here.
Joey 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.#T9#
Joey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (4) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Joey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boesku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Joey has managed to get both his arms back between Boesku's legs - danger averted.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Joey gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boesku has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Joey wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Joey looking to sit in guard and control but Boesku gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (4) vs (9) Boesku#T10#
Joey has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture.
Boesku won't allow Joey to sweep him here.
Joey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Joey keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Joey being controlled here, momentarily.
Boesku preventing the sweep. #T11##SUB#
Joey is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Boesku drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Boesku as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Joey screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Boesku! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku 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 232
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 18 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Daniel Sainty!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Elvis Blanc.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Boesku closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Boesku lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Sainty
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Boesku is really struggling to control Sainty but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.#SUB2#
Sainty looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boesku 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 pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sainty escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
Boesku trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom.
Boesku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Sainty is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boesku can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2##SUB2#
Sainty working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sainty has his foot on Boesku's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boesku works his way back into a safe position though.
Sainty keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Sainty keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sainty working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Sainty working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
#T4#
Boesku showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Sainty throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Sainty is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Boesku content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Sainty has locked up a guillotine! Sainty's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Boesku is holding on here and Sainty must be using up a lot of energy. Boesku has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Sainty gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Daniel Sainty!
Daniel Sainty managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 227
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 21 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Holzken stuffs the takedown attempt from Boesku. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet.
Holzken tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD#
Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (0) Holzken#SUB2#
Holzken looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Holzken is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Holzken wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Boesku is now in half guard.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Holzken is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Holzken is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Holzken avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
#T1##SUB2#
Holzken has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Boesku. Oh but Holzken has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Boesku goes limp - he's gone! Holzken jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Holzken!
During a confident post fight interview, Rodney Holzken thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (155lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jun 30, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 16 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Reijo Halli!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Halli gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Halli
Boesku wants to control but Halli is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Halli moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Boesku. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Halli
Halli working away.
Boesku tries to buck Halli off but Halli is having none of it.
Halli tries to advance to mount but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Halli easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (0) vs (7) Halli
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halli trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Halli controlling the pace for now.
Boesku tries to hold on but Halli postures up.#T1#
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Halli trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boesku gets back to half guard.
Boesku wants to control but Halli is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku controlling the position well. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Halli is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Boesku is trying is best to control the position here.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Boesku looking for a kimura from the bottom but Halli passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (10) Halli
Boesku wants to control but Halli postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Halli trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
Boesku keeping his opponent close.
Boesku stops Halli from passing to mount.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Boesku sneaks back into half guard.
Halli moves into full mount! Boesku won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (13) Halli
Halli can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Halli controlling from the full mount.
Boesku is just holding on here. Halli manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (0) vs (16) Halli
Boesku just trying to survive but Halli is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
#T4#
Halli gets his hands free as Boesku looks to control.
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
Boesku just trying to survive but Halli is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Halli wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli breaks the grip.
Boesku tries to break free.
Boesku is keeping busy.
Halli 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.
#SUB2#
Halli looking to break Boesku's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Boesku remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Halli will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Boesku is in bad spot here.
#T5#
Boesku trying to control the position but Halli manages to sink in the hooks.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halli doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (16) Halli
Boesku postures up.
Boesku trying to control but Halli is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Halli looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Halli is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (18) Halli
Boesku is trying to control the position but Halli postures up. #T6##SUB#
Boesku throws his legs up looking for a submission but Halli uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (21) Halli
Boesku tries to buck Halli off but Halli is having none of it.#SUB2#
Halli is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Halli easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (2) vs (23) Halli
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Halli working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Boesku slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boesku is looking to control Halli's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Halli manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (26) Halli#T7#
Boesku tries to hold on but Halli postures up.
Halli sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Halli is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boesku is looking to control Halli's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Halli pulls his head out easily. #T8#
Boesku is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Halli jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (29) Halli
Boesku is looking to regain half guard here but Halli keeps moving and retains side control.
Halli working away.
Boesku looking for a sweep but Halli has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (2) vs (31) Halli
Boesku is trying desperately to improve position.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Halli's attempts to control the action.
Halli controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Halli working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T9#
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku wants to control but Halli is having none of it.
Halli fails to move to back control.
Halli looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Halli has control of Boesku's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Boesku regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Halli isn't that keen on the idea.#T10#
Boesku tries to hold on but Halli pushes him away. #SUB2#
Halli with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Boesku gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Boesku looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Halli pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (34) Halli
Boesku is looking to get to half guard.#T11#
Halli wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Boesku tries to improve his position but instead Halli has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (2) vs (37) Halli
Boesku tries to escape but Halli has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boesku prevents Halli from getting a body triangle.
Boesku just trying to survive but Halli is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T12#
Boesku trying to control the action but Halli just sinks the hooks in.
Good control from Halli.
Halli avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Halli keeps control of the position.
Halli controlling the position well here. Boesku rolled but Halli kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli won't let him.
Boesku can't escape the position.
#T13#
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli won't let him.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Halli is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Boesku is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Boesku trying to control the hands but Halli won't let him. #T14#
Halli keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Halli has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Halli keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Halli looking for the choke but no joy.
Halli has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku turns into Halli and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (37) Halli
Halli is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Halli wins on points by 37 to 4.
A very excited looking Reijo Halli rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (155lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Ricky Judge! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 16 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Robert Twigg and Stewart Dunkirk.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Judge closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Boesku to the mat! Boesku manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Judge (2) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Judge controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Judge pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Boesku has his foot on Judge's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Judge works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Judge doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Boesku is tightening it up a little... Judge has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Judge reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Judge taps out! Nice BJJ there by Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Roman Boesku!
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Boesku thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 203: Brown vs Wasa
Date: May 30, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Eddy Gordo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 15 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Eddie Farnsworth and Alyssa Summers.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gordo (0) vs (2) Boesku
Gordo moves into full guard.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Gordo is keeping the position.
Gordo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gordo wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Catch Wrestling L.A.. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Boesku is pushing down on Gordo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gordo is fighting to maintain full guard but Boesku has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gordo's coaches at Tran MMA 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku.
Gordo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Gordo is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gordo avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gordo defends it well.
Gordo trying to hold on to Boesku's head to control him but Boesku postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gordo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gordo is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Boesku passes Gordo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Gordo is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku.
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.
Gordo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gordo is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
#SUB2#
Boesku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3##SUB2#
Boesku 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.
Gordo controlling the position well.
Gordo tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
#T4##SUB2#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Gordo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gordo tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T5#
Gordo wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gordo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boesku is trying to control. Gordo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Gordo is defending well.
#T6#
Boesku not doing much here.
Boesku prevents Gordo from improving his position.
Gordo works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordo is retaining full guard.
Gordo controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Gordo keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Gordo tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T7#
Boesku passes into half guard.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Gordo is working away. #SUB#
Gordo looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Boesku is working for a kimura but Gordo is defending it quite comfortably.
Gordo gets full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gordo isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Boesku stacks Gordo 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 Boesku! Score +3 for passing guard: Gordo (0) vs (5) Boesku#T8#
Boesku wants to control but Gordo is keeping him busy.
Gordo wants to control but Boesku postures up.#SUB2#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boesku trying to control the action but Gordo is working from the bottom.
Gordo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gordo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku. #T9#
Gordo regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Gordo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Boesku passes into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gordo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to move into half guard but instead Gordo has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordo (2) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gordo passes Boesku's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T10#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Gordo is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku is looking to control Gordo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Gordo sits in half guard.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Gordo works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gordo (5) vs (5) Boesku
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku is desperately trying to improve his position but Gordo has a good base and remains in mount.#T11#
Boesku wants to control but Gordo is having none of it.
Gordo seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Boesku is holding on tight.
Boesku tries to control Gordo's body but Gordo pushes him off. Boesku squirms to his side and now Gordo has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Gordo (8) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Boesku tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gordo wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku regains half guard.
Gordo passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Boesku! Score +3 for passing guard: Gordo (11) vs (5) Boesku
Gordo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Gordo's attempts to control the action. #T12#
Boesku wants to control but Gordo is having none of it.
Boesku slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Gordo wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Gordo wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
Boesku wants to control but Gordo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Gordo sits in half guard.
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gordo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gordo tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard. #T13#
Boesku is trying to keep Gordo in close.
Boesku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gordo manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordo (11) vs (7) Boesku#SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gordo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Gordo's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Boesku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boesku trying to control but Gordo is working from the bottom.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Gordo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordo (13) vs (7) Boesku#SUB2#
Gordo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boesku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gordo has managed to get both his arms back between Boesku's legs - danger averted.#T14#
Boesku is trying to control the position but Gordo postures up.
Boesku is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gordo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Gordo trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku is pulling down on Gordo's head to control his posture.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Gordo is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Gordo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Gordo has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gordo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Boesku has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gordo wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gordo takes the fight on points by 13 to 7.
Eddy Gordo spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
CACC 197: Cosades vs Dennis
Date: May 09, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 14 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Bjj Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Anthony Taglia and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Steel Penn throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Boesku was covering up waiting for the punch and Steel Penn finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Steel Penn
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steel Penn preventing the sweep.
Boesku is trying to keep Steel Penn in close.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn is fighting to break Boesku's control of his arms but Boesku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Boesku has an active guard here but Steel Penn has managed to pass into half guard.
Steel Penn is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Boesku has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Steel Penn escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Steel Penn! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Steel Penn
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Boesku sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is staying active underneath Steel Penn, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it. #SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Steel Penn pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Steel Penn is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Steel Penn works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (8) Steel Penn#T3#
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boesku regains half guard.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Steel Penn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
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.#SUB#
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Steel Penn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn stays in close to Boesku's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steel Penn defends it easily.#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Steel Penn passes into half guard.
Steel Penn controlling the action here.
Steel Penn is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.#T5#
Steel Penn slows the pace down in half guard.
Boesku trying to control here.
Boesku gets full guard.#SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steel Penn's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Steel Penn won't allow Boesku to sweep him here.
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (11) Steel Penn
Boesku struggling a bit here.
Boesku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Steel Penn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Steel Penn is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Boesku knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T6#
Boesku sneaks back into half guard.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku is staying active underneath Steel Penn, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel Penn trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Steel Penn performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T7#
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Steel Penn is working away from the top position though.
Boesku is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Steel Penn is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (14) Steel Penn
Steel Penn content just to control the position here.
Boesku can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Steel Penn has hold of Boesku's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Boesku manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Steel Penn wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T8#
Steel Penn prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Steel Penn controlling from the full mount.
Boesku tries to hold on but Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Steel Penn might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Boesku haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T9#
Steel Penn controlling his opponent.
Steel Penn wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku is trying desperately to improve position.
Steel Penn looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boesku tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Steel Penn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Steel Penn wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely. #T10#
Steel Penn prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Boesku tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.
Steel Penn wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku is looking to improve his position but Steel Penn isn't that keen on the idea.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Steel Penn prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Steel Penn avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.#T11#
Boesku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Steel Penn working for a submission but Boesku is keeping him at bay.
Boesku slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boesku is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Boesku keeping control of the position.
Steel Penn wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position. #SUB2#
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
#T12##SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Steel Penn is taking a breather. Boesku 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.
Boesku wants to control but Steel Penn passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (17) Steel Penn
Boesku tries to bench press Steel Penn off him but Steel Penn keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.
Steel Penn is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Boesku is looking to regain half guard here but Steel Penn keeps moving and retains side control.
Boesku is trying to control Steel Penn's posture but Steel Penn avoids it.
Boesku tries to control but Steel Penn manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (0) vs (20) Steel Penn
Steel Penn is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off.
Boesku is trying to break free.
Steel Penn trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T14#
Boesku breaks Steel Penn's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (20) Steel Penn
Boesku wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
Boesku is pushing down on Steel Penn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Steel Penn is fighting to maintain full guard but Boesku has managed to sneak the leg through.
Steel Penn is not content to let Boesku control the position.#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
Steel Penn trying to control but Boesku postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn wins on points by 20 to 2.
Bjj Steel Penn was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
CACC 188: Arias vs Cole
Date: Apr 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 13 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Daniel Sainty!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sainty enables Boesku to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sainty manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Sainty#SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Sainty is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Sainty can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Boesku controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1##SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sainty is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boesku is really struggling to control Sainty but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boesku controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3##SUB2#
Sainty has his foot on Boesku's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boesku works his way back into a safe position though.
Boesku trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom.
Boesku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Sainty escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sainty working a defensive guard here.
Sainty keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T5##SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Sainty escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boesku stays in close to Sainty's body and controls the position. #T6#
Sainty looking to control.
Boesku trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom.
Sainty has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Crapollas Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Sainty is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Sainty is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sainty has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Sainty's legs - danger averted.
Boesku trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sainty is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.#T7#
Sainty keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Sainty looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.#T8##SUB2#
Sainty had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sainty is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Boesku rolls with it to try and escape but Sainty cranks on the arm and Boesku is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Daniel Sainty!
Daniel Sainty managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 179: Ty vs Patterson
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 21 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 12 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Dean Styles and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Morrison shoots in and bounces Boesku off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morrison will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morrison is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Morrison defends it easily.
Morrison engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Morrison tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard. #T1#
Morrison stays in close to Boesku's body and controls the position.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Morrison from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Boesku throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morrison stands and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (5) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Morrison (7) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku wants to control but Morrison is having none of it.#T2#
Morrison tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku regains half guard.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison pulls his head out easily.
Morrison is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Morrison is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Morrison is controlling well.
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Morrison is very close to passing his half guard.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Boesku keeps trying to improve his position.
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morrison is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Morrison is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boesku sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Morrison seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boesku is looking to control Morrison's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku won't allow Morrison to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Morrison is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Morrison trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku 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.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morrison wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku tries to roll over but Morrison keeps him under control.
Boesku is not content to let Morrison 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.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Morrison is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5#
Boesku has a hand on Morrison's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Morrison takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (10) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku tries to hold on but Morrison pushes him away.
Morrison trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku is wriggling around trying to escape.
Morrison moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (13) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison doesn't have the hooks in and Boesku manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morrison (13) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Morrison 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: Morrison (15) vs (2) Boesku#T6##SUB#
Morrison has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Boesku defend it? Morrison steps over the head and cranks it - Boesku is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Morrison!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). David Morrison!
A very excited looking David Morrison 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 168: Mazzini vs Ty II
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 18 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Holzken gets caught flat footed, as Boesku shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Holzken
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Holzken had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.#SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holzken has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Holzken's legs - danger averted.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Holzken 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.
Holzken looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Holzken has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Boesku should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Holzken has tightened it up now! Boesku 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 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rodney Holzken!
A relieved looking Rodney Holzken 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:
CACC 159: Average vs Halo III
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Yoshinobu Tokugawa!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Chad Campbell and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Tokugawa clinches. #TD2#
Tokugawa jumps guard.
Boesku controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Tokugawa keeps moving.
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Tokugawa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Tokugawa
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Tokugawa from controlling successfully.
Tokugawa is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tokugawa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tokugawa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tokugawa controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tokugawa stopping the sweep attempt from Boesku.#T1#
Tokugawa tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tokugawa wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tokugawa slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Tokugawa is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boesku wants to control but Tokugawa is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Tokugawa has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Tokugawa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Tokugawa is very close to passing his half guard.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tokugawa's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tokugawa's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) Tokugawa
Tokugawa 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 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.#T2##SUB#
Boesku has got one arm under Tokugawa's chin. This could be trouble... Tokugawa trying to control the other hand but Boesku gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Tokugawa has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku 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 149: Kuronoa vs Judge
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 10 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Colton Northwood!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Northwood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Northwood tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Boesku smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Northwood forces Boesku back against the ropes and clinches.#TD#
Boesku pulls Northwood into guard.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Northwood is fighting to break Boesku's control of his arms but Boesku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Northwood
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Boesku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T1#
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boesku preventing the sweep.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood trying to control the position.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Northwood gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Northwood#SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Northwood defends easily.
#SUB#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Northwood is aware though and is defending well.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Northwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position.
#T3#
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Boesku 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.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Northwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Northwood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Northwood works his way back into a safe position though.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Boesku 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: Boesku (4) vs (2) Northwood#SUB#
Boesku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku passes into side control, despite Northwood's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (7) vs (2) Northwood#T4#
Northwood prevents Boesku from improving position.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Northwood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Northwood gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (9) vs (2) Northwood
Northwood tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.#SUB#
Boesku jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Northwood manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T5#
Northwood stops Boesku from passing to mount.
Northwood struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Northwood has escaped the position, nice work there.
Northwood is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Northwood is looking to regain half guard here but Boesku keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Northwood manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Northwood is defending the position. #SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Northwood manages to get to full guard.
Boesku trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom. #T7#
Northwood is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Northwood keeps moving. #SUB2#
Northwood working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
#SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Northwood dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (4) Northwood
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.#SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Northwood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Northwood works his way back into a safe position though.#T8#
Boesku 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.
Northwood must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boesku has control of Northwood's left arm, preventing Northwood from doing any damage.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northwood is one step ahead there.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Northwood is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Northwood defends well.
Northwood is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Northwood has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku trying to control here.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Northwood is controlling well.
#T9#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku keeping control of the position.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Northwood has control of the leg.
Northwood wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku wants to control but Northwood is keeping busy.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Northwood in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Boesku tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Northwood!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
CACC 141: Boesku vs Donde
Date: Nov 22, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Raymond Donde!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Frank Dennis and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boesku closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Boesku lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Donde
Boesku wants to control from the top but Donde keeps moving.
Boesku is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Donde is keeping the position for now.
Boesku 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 tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Donde 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: Boesku (2) vs (2) Donde
Donde is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Donde is controlling well.
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.
Donde looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Donde pulls his head out easily.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Donde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku is not content to let Donde control the position.
Donde trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it. #T2#
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boesku controls Donde momentarily but Donde frees himself. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Donde wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Donde 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. #T3#
Donde passes into half guard.
Still in half guard, Donde seems content to control.
Boesku is controlling Donde's trapped leg to prevent Donde from advancing to side control.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Donde not doing much here.
Donde trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku wants to control but Donde is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Still in half guard, Donde seems content to control.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
Donde wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Boesku controls Donde momentarily but Donde frees himself. #SUB#
Donde avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Donde is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Donde engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T5#
Donde wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Donde controlling from the top position.
Donde must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Boesku throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Donde content to stall in guard here.
Donde stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Donde gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Donde pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T6##SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Donde defends easily.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Donde defends well.
Boesku looking to control.
Donde 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.
Donde postures up.
Donde stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Donde is proving a slippery customer.
#T7#
Boesku keeping full guard, as Donde tries to pass. #SUB#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Donde is aware though and is defending well.
Boesku seems keen to control Donde's posture.
Donde's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Donde postures up.
Donde controlling from the top position.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Donde is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Donde defends well.#T8#
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Donde is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Donde is aware though and is defending well.
Donde pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Donde is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Donde pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Donde defends well.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Donde is proving a slippery customer.
Donde trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Donde engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T9#
Donde trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Donde is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Donde got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boesku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Donde has managed to get both his arms back between Boesku's legs - danger averted.
Donde trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Boesku working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Donde has passed into half guard!
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Donde wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T10#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Boesku is not content to let Donde control the position.
Donde content to control rather than advance.
Boesku is looking to control Donde's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Donde performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11#
Donde is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku trying to control but Donde postures up.
Donde is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Donde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Donde content to control rather than advance.
Boesku is not content to let Donde control the position.#T12#
Boesku trying to hold on to Donde's head to control him but Donde postures up.
Donde looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Donde wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku trying to control but Donde postures up.
Boesku is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Donde's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Donde's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (6) vs (2) Donde
Boesku is not going to allow Donde to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Boesku is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Donde is defending well though. Boesku let's go of the attempt for now.#T13##SUB#
Donde defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boesku's arms. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Donde knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Donde for a finish.
Donde tries to roll but Boesku sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Boesku tightening his grip on Donde, looking for the choke.
Donde is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Boesku off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Donde showing good submission defense here.
#T14#
I really don't envy Donde right now.
#SUB#
Boesku patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Boesku 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, Donde has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Donde tries to roll but Boesku sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 6 to 2.
Roman Boesku 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 131: Dominguez vs Sparxx
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 9 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 17 losses; Rodney Holzken!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Holzken dives in and scores a takedown into Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Holzken#SUB#
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Holzken passes into half guard.
Boesku is concentrating on defense, preventing Holzken from advancing position.
Holzken prevents Boesku from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
Holzken trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Boesku 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.
Holzken perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1##SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Holzken with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Holzken pulls his head out easily.
Boesku desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boesku trying to hold on to Holzken's head to control him but Holzken postures up.
Boesku is holding on to half guard well.
Boesku tries to roll over but Holzken keeps him under control.#T2#
Boesku keeping hold of Holzken's head, controlling as best he can.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken postures up.
Holzken is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Holzken is controlling well.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Holzken has control of the leg. #T3#
Holzken tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Boesku is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Holzken sits in half guard.
Holzken takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Holzken passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Holzken
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Holzken maintains control.
Boesku wants to control but Holzken is having none of it.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (5) Holzken#T4#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Holzken is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Holzken is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T5#
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Holzken is retaining full guard.
Holzken controlling the position.
Holzken tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (5) Holzken
Holzken is trying to get back to half guard.
Boesku trying to control the action but Holzken is working from the bottom.
Boesku is really struggling to control Holzken but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T6##SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Holzken is defending well. #SUB#
Boesku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Holzken, who protects the arm well.
Holzken wants to control but Boesku postures up.#T7#
Holzken is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Holzken is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8#
Holzken is looking for a sweep.
Boesku controls the position. #SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Holzken is defending well.
Holzken gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Holzken wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9#
Holzken wants to get back to full guard.
Boesku is thwarting Holzken's attempts to control the position.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Holzken wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Holzken slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to move into half guard but instead Holzken has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (5) vs (7) Holzken
Boesku is trying to control the position but Holzken postures up. #T10#
Boesku wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Holzken is now in half guard.
Boesku moves into full guard.
Holzken slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Boesku throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Holzken escapes and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (10) Holzken
Holzken content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T11#
Let's hope that Holzken 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.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.
Holzken happy to just control the position for now.
Holzken working away.
Boesku is looking to reverse the position.#T12#
The referee asks Holzken politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Holzken prefers to stall for the moment though.
Boesku is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Holzken wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku is trying to control Holzken's posture but Holzken avoids it.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard.#T13##SUB2#
Holzken is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Boesku is looking to reverse the position.
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Holzken's best efforts.
Boesku is not content to let Holzken control the position.
Boesku trying to control but Holzken postures up.
#T14##SUB#
Boesku has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Holzken escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Holzken! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (13) Holzken
Holzken is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Holzken off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boesku (9) vs (13) Holzken
Boesku avoiding Holzken 's attempts to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holzken tries to roll but Boesku sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holzken wins on points by 13 to 9.
Rodney Holzken 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 127: Ty vs Ribbler
Date: Oct 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 18 losses; Mr Ward! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Ward shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ward (2) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is staying active underneath Ward, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku 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.#SUB#
Ward is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Boesku is just riding it out for now. Ward eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Ward 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.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ward is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Ward is looking for a kimura here.
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.#SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ward controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Ward is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Ward is trying to work for a kimura but Boesku is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ward is controlling the pace.
#T2#
Boesku wants to improve his position but Ward is controlling well.
Boesku wants to control but Ward is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Ward is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boesku sees it coming and defends easily.
Ward is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Boesku tries to roll over but Ward keeps him under control.#SUB#
Ward is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boesku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ward.
Boesku is doing well to control the position and prevent Ward from advancing to side control.#T3##SUB#
Boesku is defending against the submission attempts here by Ward.
Boesku is looking to control Ward's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ward is staying active.#SUB#
Ward is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Ward is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boesku sees it coming and defends easily.
Boesku trying to control here.
#T4#
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Ward is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku gets full guard.
Boesku has his hands on Ward's head, controlling the position.
Ward looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Ward avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ward trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
#SUB2#
Boesku working for a triangle but Ward defends it easily.
#T5#
Ward trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Ward slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ward (5) vs (0) Boesku#SUB#
Ward working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ward taking a breather here. #SUB#
Ward is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Boesku looks calm but he's in trouble here. Ward gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Boesku is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Ward lets go of the hold and Boesku can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mr Ward!
Mr Ward decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CACC 122: Average vs Jiurgite
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Grzegorz Gorski!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Gregory Folan and Alec Ball.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Gorski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boesku tries to avoid it but Gorski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boesku to the ground. Boesku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Gorski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Gorski
Gorski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Boesku! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Gorski
Boesku is looking to get to half guard.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
Boesku's coaches at Crapollas 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.
Gorski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boesku wants to control but Gorski is having none of it.
Gorski trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gorski avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.#T1#
Boesku prevents Gorski from taking his back.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Gorski wants to take Boesku's back here but Boesku is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
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.
Boesku can't escape the position.
Gorski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gorski with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (5) Gorski
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku preventing the sweep. #T2##SUB2#
Gorski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gorski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (7) Gorski
Boesku is trying to keep Gorski in close.
Gorski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gorski defends it easily.
Gorski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Boesku is trying to control the position but Gorski postures up.
Gorski wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T3##SUB#
Boesku looking for subs off his back but Gorski has passed one foot through into half guard.
Gorski not doing much here.
Gorski is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku gets full guard.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gorski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Boesku is tightening it up a little... Gorski has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Gorski reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Gorski taps out! Nice BJJ there by Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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:
TWGC 31 (145lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Edgy Brah! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Boesku drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Brah (0) vs (4) Boesku
You can see the frustration on Brah's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Brah knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brah is trying to improve his position.
Brah is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brah manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boesku's best efforts.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Brah is working away.
Brah wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
#T1#
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Brah is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brah wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Brah preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Brah wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Brah is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Boesku jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Brah (0) vs (7) Boesku
You can see the frustration on Brah's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brah sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Brah is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2##SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brah defends it well.
Boesku is thwarting Brah's attempts to control the position.
Brah is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boesku stalling.
Brah is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Boesku 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.
Boesku trying to control the action but Brah is working from the bottom. #T3#
Brah is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Elite Underground Training Facility, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Brah keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Brah moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Brah trying to control the position here. #T4#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Brah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brah is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Brah keeps moving.
Brah controlling Boesku's posture.
Brah is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Brah wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Boesku being controlled here momentarily.
Boesku trying to control but Brah is working from the bottom.
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Brah wants to sweep but no luck.
Brah is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Boesku won't allow Brah to sweep him here.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Brah keeps moving.
Brah wants to sweep but no luck.
Brah manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brah (2) vs (7) Boesku
Brah tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard. #T6##SUB2#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brah gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brah wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brah passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Brah frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Brah (5) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku prevents Brah from taking his back.
Boesku tries to hold on but Brah pushes him away.
Brah works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Brah (8) vs (7) Boesku
Brah is hanging on to Boesku's back as he tries to escape.
Boesku trying to control the action but Brah just sinks the hooks in.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
#T7#
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boesku trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Boesku tries to roll but Brah sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Brah looking for the choke from the back.
Brah trying to control.
Brah is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Brah has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Boesku 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.
Boesku tries to escape but Brah has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Brah.
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Brah keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Boesku defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T8#
Boesku rolls, trying to escape but Brah keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Brah looking for the choke from the back.
Boesku rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Brah wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well. #SUB#
Boesku is defending against the submission attempts here by Brah.
Brah trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Boesku trying to control but Brah postures up.
#SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.#T9#
Boesku won't allow Brah to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Brah is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Brah wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Brah trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Brah tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position.
Brah pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T10#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boesku holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Brah works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Brah wants to pass the guard but Boesku is defending well.
Boesku moves into full guard.
Brah trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku controls Brah momentarily but Brah frees himself.
Brah pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now. #T11##SUB2#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Brah wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brah defends it easily.#SUB2#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brah gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brah 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.
Brah postures up.
#T12#
Brah slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Brah (11) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku is trying to improve his position.
Brah wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Brah is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku wants to control but Brah postures up.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brah is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brah working away.#T13#
Boesku is looking to regain half guard here but Brah keeps moving and retains side control.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Brah's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Brah keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Brah is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Boesku has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boesku trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Brah moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brah (14) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T14#
Brah is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Brah is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it.
Brah works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Brah (17) vs (7) Boesku
Boesku 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: Brah (17) vs (9) Boesku
Brah looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Brah takes the fight on points by 17 to 9.
Edgy Brah 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 112
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Luka Perovic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Perovic darts in and clinches Boesku up against the ropes.#TD#
Perovic turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Perovic (4) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku 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.
Perovic is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Perovic has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Boesku is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Perovic yanks on the arm and Boesku is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Perovic.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Luka Perovic!
Luka Perovic gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CACC 107
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Balbus Michael! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boesku decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Michael (0) vs (2) Boesku#SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Michael has managed to free his arm - good work.
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.
Michael wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is looking to stall here but Michael recovers full guard.
Boesku passes Michael's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Michael won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Boesku is keen to just control but Michael is a slippery customer.
Boesku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Michael trying to control here.
Michael is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Boesku 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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Michael trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Boesku trying to control from Michael's half guard. Michael has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Boesku advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Michael (0) vs (5) Boesku
Boesku working away.#SUB2#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Boesku has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Michael is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Boesku yanks on the arm and Michael is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Boesku.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku 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 104
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Jaxon Bremner!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Boesku fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bremner to the ground. Boesku is now in Bremner's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Bremner
Boesku won't allow Bremner to sweep him here.
Bremner controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bremner swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Bremner keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bremner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boesku gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Bremner working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Boesku has passed into half guard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Bremner is working away. #T1#
Bremner is trying to get back to full guard.
Boesku is pressing down on Bremner's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bremner is holding on for now.
Boesku trying to control the action but Bremner is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bremner gets back to full guard.
#T2##SUB2#
Boesku avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Bremner keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Bremner trying to control the position here.
Bremner wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Bremner won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Bremner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bremner is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Well, if Boesku 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#
Bremner trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Bremner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Bremner looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Boesku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bremner is just riding it out for now. Boesku eventually gives up the hold. #T5#
Boesku works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Bremner#SUB#
Boesku has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Bremner is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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 101
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Tim Anton!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Chris Downing and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Anton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Anton has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Boesku gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Anton
Anton is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Anton avoid being mounted?
Anton wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Anton is defending well.
Anton trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anton works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
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.#T1##SUB#
Boesku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Anton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Anton
Anton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku can't keep his opponent in guard - Anton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Anton is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it. #T2#
Anton is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.
Boesku won't allow Anton to pass to mount. #SUB#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Anton pulls his head out easily.
Anton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boesku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boesku trying to control but Anton postures up.
#SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Anton has control of the leg.
Boesku moves into full guard.
#T3#
Anton trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Anton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Anton
Anton advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (2) vs (7) Anton
Anton moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (2) vs (10) Anton
Anton has the hooks in. Boesku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Anton controlling the positon.
Boesku tries to escape the position.
#T4#
A lull in the action here.
Boesku looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Anton is trying to stick to Boesku's back but Boesku is turning into Anton. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Anton's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (10) Anton
Anton 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.
Anton seems keen to control Boesku's posture.
Anton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Anton tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Anton trying to control the position.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Anton is adopting a defensive guard.
Anton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Anton keeps moving. #SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom. #T6#
Anton has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture.
Anton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anton managing to control the position.
Anton wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Anton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boesku manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (12) Anton
Anton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (4) vs (15) Anton#SUB2#
Anton tries for a kimura but Boesku is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T7#
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku regains half guard.
Anton works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (4) vs (18) Anton
Boesku is looking to regain half guard here but Anton keeps moving and retains side control.
Anton is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anton tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs.
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Anton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T8#
Anton passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (4) vs (21) Anton
Boesku is desperately trying to improve his position but Anton has a good base and remains in mount.
Anton wants to take his opponent's back but Boesku doesn't allow it.
Anton is still trying to improve position.
Boesku is desperately trying to improve his position but Anton has a good base and remains in mount.
Anton moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (4) vs (24) Anton
Boesku tries to escape but Anton has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T9#
Boesku breaks Anton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (24) Anton
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Anton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
Anton wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Anton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Anton wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Anton trying to control the position.
#T10#
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself. #SUB#
Boesku 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.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Anton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anton pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Anton 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.#SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Anton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom. #T11#
Anton is trying to control the position but Boesku postures up.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton 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.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anton has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture.
Anton looking for a sweep. Not yet Anton, not yet.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Anton wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom.
Boesku is really struggling to control Anton but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Anton managing to control the position.
Boesku postures up.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Anton keeps moving.
Anton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku trying to control but Anton is working from the bottom. #T13#
Anton has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boesku won't allow Anton to sweep him here.
Anton trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Anton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Anton is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (26) Anton
Boesku keeping full guard, as Anton tries to pass.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Anton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T14##SUB#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Anton defends it easily.
Anton slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Anton wants to work for an arm triangle but Boesku is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Anton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anton wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anton wins on points by 26 to 6.
After winning the bout, Tim Anton 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 95 CORONA 2ND RD
Date: May 30, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Luka Perovic!
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Perovic closes this distance looking for a takedown but Boesku circles away.
Perovic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boesku.
Boesku closes this distance looking for a takedown but Perovic circles away.#CL2#
Perovic closes the distance and clinches.
Boesku is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boesku is pressed up against the ropes. Perovic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Boesku down to the mat. Boesku avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Perovic has closed the distance and engaged Boesku in a clinch.
#TD2#
Perovic wants the takedown. Boesku is fighting it off but Perovic persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Boesku's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Perovic
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Perovic trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perovic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Perovic stands and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (0) vs (5) Perovic#T1##SUB2#
Boesku wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Perovic has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Boesku'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! Boesku is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Perovic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Luka Perovic!
After the big win, Luka Perovic made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CACC 87
Date: May 10, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Morrison (ranked 1602 p4p, 191 weight class) and Roman Boesku (ranked 4019 p4p, 371 weight class). Morrison kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Diary of a Madman. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 15 losses; David Morrison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Morrison drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morrison (2) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison slips nicely into half guard.
Boesku 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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Morrison trying to mount his opponent but Boesku defends it.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morrison trying to control from half guard but Boesku is working away.
Morrison is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Boesku's thigh. Boesku counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Morrison tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boesku has his foot on Morrison's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morrison 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.
Morrison wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Morrison showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Morrison slips nicely into half guard.
Morrison will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boesku is in trouble now - Morrison has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (5) vs (0) Boesku
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
Morrison avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.
Morrison working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Morrison tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Boesku regains half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morrison works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (8) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Morrison tries to move into full mount but can't pass Boesku's legs.
Boesku is looking for a sweep.
Boesku is being controlled here.
Boesku looks to move to half guard but instead Morrison has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Morrison (10) vs (0) Boesku
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morrison can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Morrison tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
Morrison is looking to work his way around to Boesku's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Morrison really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morrison looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (13) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison working for the choke.
Morrison looking for the choke but no joy.
Morrison is trying to control but Boesku is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Morrison controlling from mount.
Morrison with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Boesku is trying desperately to improve position.
Morrison takes Boesku's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Boesku is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (16) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku tries to escape the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Morrison's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Morrison seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Morrison is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Morrison is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Boesku has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Morrison is looking for the choke from the back position but Boesku is controlling his hands well.
Morrison looking to hold on to the position here but Boesku rolls and ends up regaining guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Morrison is proving a slippery customer.
Morrison slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (19) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morrison's best efforts.
Morrison is looking to stall here but Boesku recovers full guard.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku can't keep his opponent in guard - Morrison advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Morrison moves into full mount! Boesku won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (22) vs (0) Boesku
Morrison can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Morrison is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Boesku is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (25) vs (0) Boesku
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Morrison's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Morrison.
Boesku tries to escape the position.
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Morrison.
Morrison struggling to keep hold of the position.
Boesku is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Morrison has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Morrison keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
Morrison trying to control.
Morrison 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, Boesku has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Morrison.
Boesku rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Morrison trying to control the action but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Morrison prevents Boesku from improving his position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morrison looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Boesku is looking for a triangle here but Morrison uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Morrison (28) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku looks to move to half guard but instead Morrison has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Morrison (30) vs (0) Boesku
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Boesku wants to control but Morrison is having none of it.
Morrison manages to capitalize on a mistake by Boesku to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Morrison (33) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
Morrison trying to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Morrison.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison takes the fight on points by 33 to 0.
A very excited looking David Morrison 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 77
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sebastian Shot (ranked 3167 p4p, 303 weight class) and Roman Boesku (ranked 3800 p4p, 341 weight class). Roman Boesku is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Sebastian Shot! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Roman Boesku!
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.
Boesku forces Shot back against the ropes and clinches.
Boesku gets control of Shot's arms and successfully pulls guard. Boesku will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Shot from controlling successfully.
Shot has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Shot is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Boesku has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Shot is looking to defend but Boesku has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Shot! Boesku pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Shot taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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 71
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Roman Boesku (ranked 3589 p4p, 306 weight class) and Felipe Feltre (ranked 1012 p4p, 117 weight class). Feltre is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Someday Never Comes. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Felipe Feltre!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku forces Feltre back against the ropes and clinches.
Feltre is trying to pull guard but Boesku turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Feltre jumps guard but Boesku stands there with Feltre around his waist. Feltre gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Feltre jumps guard but Boesku stands there with Feltre around his waist. Feltre gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Roman Boesku has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Felipe Feltre.
Boesku jumps into guard, dragging Feltre to the mat.
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.
Boesku looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Feltre from controlling successfully.
Feltre looking to improve position, pressing down on Boesku's thigh with his hand. Boesku seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Feltre paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Feltre's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Boesku picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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 66
Date: Mar 14, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Roman Boesku (ranked 3502 p4p, 299 weight class) and John McCain (ranked 1506 p4p, 168 weight class). McCain has chosen Anywhere I Go as his entrance music. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; John McCain!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Boesku looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCain is fending him off so far but Boesku persists. Nope, McCain circles away and we're back to standing.
McCain drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boesku defends it well.
Boesku tries to keep at a distance but McCain has taken the fight into the clinch.
McCain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boesku has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McCain clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Boesku (4) vs (0) McCain
McCain trying to control the hands but Boesku won't let him.
McCain is really stuck here.
Boesku gets his hands free as McCain looks to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Boesku seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
McCain looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McCain is keeping busy.
McCain trying to control the position but Boesku manages to sink in the hooks.
McCain tries to roll but Boesku sticks to his back.
Boesku working for a choke but McCain is defending well.
McCain controlling Boesku 's hands.
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.
McCain trying to control the hands but Boesku breaks the grip.
Boesku patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
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.
Boesku is not going to allow McCain to sit and survive in this position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
I really don't envy McCain right now.
Boesku not allowing McCain to control his hands.
Boesku doesn't have the hooks in and McCain manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (4) vs (2) McCain
Boesku keeping moving, preventing McCain from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCain wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Boesku has his foot on McCain's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McCain works his way back into a safe position though.
McCain passes into half guard.
McCain is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boesku is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McCain is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McCain 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.
McCain wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCain performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
McCain is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku wants to control but McCain is keeping busy.
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
McCain passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (4) vs (5) McCain
McCain trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
McCain advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (4) vs (7) McCain
McCain trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
McCain tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
McCain trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
McCain looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding McCain's attempts to control the action.
McCain looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding McCain's attempts to control the action.
McCain working for a submission but Boesku is keeping him at bay.
McCain sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boesku is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding McCain's attempts to control the action.
McCain controlling from mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Boesku has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of McCain's lack of action.
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
McCain is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boesku doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McCain.
McCain prevents Boesku from improving his position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
McCain is trying to control. Boesku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boesku tries to roll over but McCain keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Boesku manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McCain trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
McCain looking to sit in guard and control but Boesku gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (6) vs (7) McCain
Boesku is fighting to break McCain's control of his arms but McCain is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McCain looking to control.
Boesku trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom.
Boesku postures up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Boesku sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McCain's guard.
McCain wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Boesku passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McCain! Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (9) vs (7) McCain
Boesku trying to control but McCain is having none of it.
McCain is in all sorts of trouble here.
McCain wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku is working for a guillotine from mount but McCain frees his head quite easily.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Boesku looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
McCain reaches up to try and control the position but Boesku seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! McCain rolls and tries to escape and now Boesku has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Boesku (12) vs (7) McCain
McCain tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
McCain is looking to get to half guard.
McCain tries to lock up and control but Boesku gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boesku trying to control but McCain is having none of it.
McCain tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Boesku controlling from the full mount.
Boesku'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.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
McCain tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
McCain stops Boesku from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
McCain tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Boesku working for a guillotine from mount but McCain is in no mood to give up.
McCain wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku is working for a guillotine from mount but McCain frees his head quite easily.
McCain tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.
McCain manages to regain half guard. Good work.
McCain is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McCain trying to control from the bottom.
McCain looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCain sees it coming and defends easily.
McCain is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
McCain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.
McCain not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but McCain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCain is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boesku trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom.
McCain is trying to hold Boesku in close to prevent damage but Boesku has managed to pass into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCain moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McCain is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 12 to 7.
An out of breath Roman Boesku 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 54
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Roman Boesku (ranked 3513 p4p, 311 weight class) and Dilon Goncalves (ranked 3733 p4p, 328 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Goncalves's choice of entrance music: TAPOUT. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Dilon Goncalves!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boesku shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Goncalves is trying to defend but Boesku 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: Boesku (2) vs (0) Goncalves
Boesku is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boesku is pressing down on Goncalves's thigh, looking to free his foot. Goncalves is holding on for now.
Goncalves actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku trying to pass the guard but Goncalves defending well.
Goncalves regains full guard. Nicely done.
Goncalves has an active guard here but Boesku has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Goncalves is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Goncalves actively working from the bottom here.
Goncalves is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boesku is trying for a kimura here. Goncalves looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Boesku wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku 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 48
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1466 p4p, 166 weight class) and Roman Boesku (ranked 3499 p4p, 312 weight class). Pavlov's entrance music is Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights. A fine choice. This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 14 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Pavlov gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pavlov (4) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov controls the position from side 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.
Boesku prevents Pavlov from moving into mount.
Boesku 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.
Pavlov looking to control but instead Boesku has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Pavlov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku is still trying to improve position.
Pavlov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is not content to let Pavlov control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pavlov is controlling the pace.
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pavlov stalling.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boesku trying to hold on to Pavlov's head to control him but Pavlov postures up.
Pavlov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pavlov moves into full mount! Boesku won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (7) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov controlling the pace for now.
Pavlov trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pavlov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Pavlov 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 four minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Boesku is looking to escape.
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Boesku is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pavlov controlling from the full mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Pavlov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pavlov wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Pavlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Pavlov pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Pavlov wants to control but Boesku has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Pavlov is trying to control the action in half guard but Boesku is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pavlov'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.
Pavlov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Pavlov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Pavlov sits in half guard.
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pavlov pulls his head out easily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (10) vs (0) Boesku
Pavlov looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pavlov moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (13) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Pavlov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Boesku.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Boesku tries to escape but Pavlov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Pavlov wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Pavlov tries to get the hooks in deep but Boesku pushed the leg off.
Boesku is in bad spot here.
Pavlov is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off.
Boesku is keeping busy.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Pavlov avoiding Boesku 's attempts to control his hands.
Pavlov is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off.
Further stalling from Pavlov.
Pavlov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
Boesku is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Pavlov.
Boesku is really stuck here.
Pavlov tries to keep control of the position but Boesku is staying busy.
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boesku is keeping busy.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is riding his opponent, not letting Boesku buck him off.
Boesku is trying to break free.
Pavlov controls the action.
Boesku is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Pavlov off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Pavlov's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Good control from Pavlov.
Boesku looking very determined here, making life difficult for Pavlov.
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
Boesku is really stuck here.
I would not like to be Boesku right now.
Boesku tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Pavlov trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Boesku prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Pavlov avoids the attempt from Boesku to control.
Pavlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov fails to take his opponent's back.
Pavlov looking to control but Boesku is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pavlov controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov tries to control but Boesku wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavlov takes the fight on points by 13 to 0.
A victorious Matvey Pavlov 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 43
Date: Jan 12, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Roman Boesku (ranked 3478 p4p, 304 weight class) and Peter Smith (ranked 3700 p4p, 317 weight class). Peter Smith is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Peter Smith!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Smith tries to avoid it but Boesku manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Smith to the ground. Smith escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smith drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boesku defends it well.
Smith takes the fight into the clinch.
Boesku can't get the takedown.
Boesku gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smith.
Boesku is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Smith to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith is pressed up against the ropes. Boesku has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smith down to the mat. Smith avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Smith shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (0) vs (2) Smith
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Boesku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith trying to control but Boesku 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.
Boesku wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smith wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smith wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Smith 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.
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Smith pushes his legs off easily.
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Smith defends well.
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Smith is aware though and is defending well.
Smith not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Boesku looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Smith is defending well. Boesku quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Smith has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Boesku celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Boesku!
A victorious Roman Boesku 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 40
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ben Henley (ranked 11783 p4p, 452 weight class) and Roman Boesku (ranked 3431 p4p, 297 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Ben Henley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Boesku slaps away a takedown attempt from Henley, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Boesku looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Henley (0) vs (2) Boesku
Henley keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Henley is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henley regains full guard. Nicely done.
Henley has his hands on Boesku's head, controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boesku trying to control but Henley is working from the bottom.
Henley looking to control.
Henley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Henley is tightening it up a little... Boesku has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Boesku reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Boesku taps out! Nice BJJ there by Henley!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ben Henley!
Ben Henley took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
CACC 34
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Julio Valeron Huhrera (ranked 1613 p4p, 180 weight class) and Roman Boesku (ranked 3324 p4p, 293 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Huhrera clinches with his opponent.
Huhrera is trying to trip Boesku. He has hold of a leg but Boesku is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Huhrera persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Huhrera (2) vs (0) Boesku
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Huhrera is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Huhrera has managed to sneak the leg through.
Huhrera trying to control from half guard but Boesku is working away.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Huhrera is controlling well.
Huhrera is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huhrera has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Boesku is defending against the submission attempts here by Huhrera .
That's one minute gone in the round.
Huhrera wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku is in trouble now - Huhrera has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (5) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku 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.
Huhrera has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Huhrera is taking a breather. Boesku 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.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but Boesku defending well.
Huhrera wants to work for an arm triangle but Boesku is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
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.
Boesku is trying to maintain the position but Huhrera is very close to passing his half guard.
Huhrera wants to take a breather but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Huhrera wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boesku wants to control but Huhrera is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera slows the pace down in half guard.
Huhrera is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Huhrera is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Huhrera has control of the leg.
Huhrera wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boesku wants to get back to full guard.
Huhrera passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (8) vs (0) Boesku
Huhrera trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Huhrera looking for a guillotine from mount but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku working to try and regain half guard.
Boesku is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Huhrera trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Huhrera is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Boesku is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera controlling the pace for now.
Huhrera with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Huhrera 's attempts to control the action.
Huhrera prevents Boesku from getting the reversal.
Huhrera trying to control but Boesku is having none of it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Huhrera looking to secure an arm triangle but Boesku defends it well.
Huhrera tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Huhrera wants to control the action but instead Boesku gets a body lock and reverses into Huhrera 's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (8) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku postures up.
Huhrera looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boesku's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (10) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Huhrera from controlling successfully.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Huhrera defends easily.
Huhrera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Huhrera passes into half guard.
Huhrera is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Huhrera is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Boesku is just riding it out for now. Huhrera eventually gives up the hold.
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Boesku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (13) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Huhrera 's lack of action.
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Huhrera is controlling well.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Boesku working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Huhrera has passed into half guard!
Huhrera seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Huhrera wants to free his trapped foot but Boesku is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Huhrera trying to control from Boesku's half guard. Boesku has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Huhrera trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Huhrera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boesku is keeping the position for now.
Huhrera trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Boesku is retaining full guard.
Huhrera trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Huhrera preventing the sweep.
Huhrera sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boesku's guard.
Huhrera is keen to just control but Boesku is a slippery customer.
Huhrera passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Huhrera (16) vs (2) Boesku
Huhrera controlling the position easily from mount.
Huhrera wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Boesku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Huhrera trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boesku tries to reverse the position but Huhrera maintains control.
Huhrera controlling his opponent.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera wants to control the pace but Boesku is squirming around nicely.
Huhrera controlling the pace for now.
Boesku is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boesku is squirming around, avoiding Huhrera 's attempts to control the action.
Huhrera moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Boesku has worked his arm free - good work by Boesku!
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Huhrera goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Boesku rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Huhrera 's guard! Nice work there by Boesku! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (16) vs (4) Boesku
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boesku trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Huhrera manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Huhrera (18) vs (4) Boesku
Huhrera advances to half guard.
Boesku actively working from the bottom here.
Huhrera is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huhrera is trying to work for a kimura but Boesku is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Huhrera takes the fight on points by 18 to 4.
In his post fight interview, Julio Valeron Huhrera started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
NSC 43: Wright vs Reilly
Date: Jul 30, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Pocc throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Boesku tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pocc is in Boesku's guard.
Pocc trying to control but Boesku is working from the bottom.
Pocc postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Boesku has his foot on Pocc's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pocc works his way back into a safe position though.
Pocc throwing strikes but missing.
Pocc with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pocc is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Boesku working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pocc.
Pocc passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Pocc working the ground and pound.#SUB#
Pocc wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Boesku, who protects the arm well.
Boesku parries the strikes from Pocc easily there. Pocc is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Boesku to escape.
#T1#
Boesku manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Pocc is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Pocc pushes down on Boesku's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ground and pound from Pocc. #SUB#
Pocc is working for a kimura but Boesku is defending it quite comfortably.
Pocc is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boesku is pressing down on Pocc's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pocc doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pocc manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Boesku has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pocc can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Pocc drops back, looking for a kneebar! Boesku looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Boesku looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Boesku! #REVB#
Pocc gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Pocc flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tusing Pocc dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Boesku drives through with a takedown into Pocc's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pocc has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Pocc's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Pocc looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pocc is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Holding Cell that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Tusing Pocc overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boesku 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.#SUB#
Pocc is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Pocc looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
#SUB#
Pocc looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Pocc keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Pocc is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.
Boesku trying to control but Pocc is working from the bottom.
Boesku scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Pocc had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Boesku defends it easily.
Pocc keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Boesku is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Pocc is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Pocc has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Boesku isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Pocc stacks Boesku 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 Pocc!#T2#
Boesku takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#SUB#
Pocc looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Pocc is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Boesku is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boesku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pocc wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pocc's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tusing Pocc dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Pocc shoots in and drives through. Boesku sprawls well.
Boesku feints the counter takedown.
Pocc misses with a series of wild punches.
Pocc dives in and grabs Boesku's left leg, looking for a takedown. Boesku pushes down on Pocc's head and hops out.
Pocc changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boesku tries to avoid it but Pocc manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boesku to the ground. Boesku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tusing Pocc. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Pocc but Pocc pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Pocc swats away the attempt to clinch by Boesku.
Tusing Pocc seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pocc fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL#
Pocc fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Boesku, pushing him back against the ropes.
Boesku goes for a takedown attempt but Pocc pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Pocc clinches up against the ropes.
Boesku wants a takedown but no success here.
Pocc drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Boesku ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Boesku no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T1##SUB2#
Pocc sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Boesku doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Pocc 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 Boesku - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
After winning the bout, Roman Boesku 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:
AEW 10
Date: Jun 22, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Pinea gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Boesku to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Boesku wants to work for an arm triangle but Pinea is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pinea pushes Boesku off looking to stand but Boesku dives back in and keeps control.
Pinea is pressing down on Boesku's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pinea lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Boesku has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pinea can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Pinea trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pinea defends it easily.
Pinea is looking to work some ground and pound but Boesku has wrist control.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Pinea from controlling successfully.
Pinea is looking to work some ground and pound but Boesku has wrist control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pinea throws an elbow that misses. Boesku uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pinea's guard. Nice move by Boesku!#REVB#
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pinea is keeping the position for now.
Pinea working a defensive guard but Boesku passes into half guard.
Pinea tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Boesku prevents Pinea from improving his position.#T3#
Pinea slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Pinea is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pinea looking for a sweep. Not yet Pinea, not yet.
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boesku accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pinea tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pinea keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Pinea is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pinea is defended easily by Boesku.#TD2#
Boesku drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pinea is looking to improve his position.
Pinea regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Pinea closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Boesku is not content to let Pinea control the position.
Boesku has hold of Pinea's hands but Pinea slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Pinea lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pinea prevents Boesku from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinea sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Boesku defending well though. #T1#
Pinea drops an elbow to the side of Boesku's head.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Pinea sits in half guard.
Pinea not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Pinea sits in half guard.
Pinea looks to land a strike but Boesku avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Pinea stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a triangle but Pinea pushes his legs off easily.
Pinea wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.#T2##SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a triangle here but Pinea uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Pinea cracks Boesku with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Pinea working the head and body with strikes.
Pinea scoring with punches from side control.
Pinea is putting a hurting on Boesku here, landing some big shots from side control.
Pinea is chipping away with strikes.
Boesku is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3#
Pinea throwing shots but Boesku is blocking nicely.
Pinea scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pinea wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Pinea throwing shots but Boesku is blocking nicely.
Pinea prevents Boesku from improving his position.#SUB#
Pinea is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boesku defends it well. #SUB2#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pinea pulls his head out easily.
Boesku wants to control but Pinea is keeping busy.
#T4#
Pinea is stalling here. Boesku is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Pinea seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Boesku has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Koko Pinea overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Pinea is defending well.
Pinea tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The strikes coming from Boesku are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pinea wants to control but Boesku postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Koko Pinea dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Pinea shoots for a takedown but Boesku saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Pinea dives in and scores a takedown into Boesku's guard.
Pinea slips nicely into half guard.
Pinea not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pinea looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Boesku with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Boesku trying to hold on to Pinea's head to control him but Pinea postures up.
Pinea lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinea throwing shots but Boesku is blocking nicely. #T1#
Pinea 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.
Pinea thows a huge punch but Boesku dodges it nicely.
Pinea looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Boesku with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pinea throwing shots but Boesku is blocking nicely.
Boesku trying to control here.
Ground and pound from Pinea.
Pinea not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pinea is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Pinea is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Pinea slips a nice elbow through Boesku's hands, connecting with Boesku's forehead.
Ground and pound from Pinea.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Pinea cracks Boesku with a solid left hand.
Pinea is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pinea cracks Boesku with a solid left hand.#ROC#
Boesku is rocked!
Pinea with a nice head shot there.
Boesku is still in real trouble! Can Pinea finish him?#SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pinea arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Boesku's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Koko Pinea!
An out of breath Koko Pinea 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:
AEM 4
Date: May 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Boesku cracks Siegel with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Siegel cracks Boesku with a good jab.#TD#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Boesku was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Siegel sneaks out the side door and pushes Boesku away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Siegel jabs Boesku to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Boesku closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Siegel's guard.
Siegel is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Siegel wants to sweep but no luck.
Siegel controlling the position.
Siegel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Boesku trying to control but Siegel is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
Boesku 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.
Siegel controlling the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A jab from Siegel misses.
A big right from Boesku misses.
Siegel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Siegel misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boesku has his takedown stuffed
enabling Siegel to counter with a crisp jab.
Siegel scores with a nice head shot.
Benjamin Siegel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Siegel lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Boesku or perhaps it was just good defense by Siegel, which made it look bad.
Siegel moves out of range as Boesku strikes.
Siegel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boesku.
Siegel tries a head kick but it misses.
Siegel throws a low kick but Boesku avoids it.
Siegel lands a nice looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boesku throws a big shot that misses.
Siegel appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Siegel scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Roman Boesku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boesku takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Siegel lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boesku's sensitive parts.
Boesku dives in for a single leg takedown but Siegel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boesku ducks right into an uppercut from Siegel.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Boesku darts in trying to clinch
and Siegel counters with a nice uppercut.
Siegel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Boesku on the side of the head.
Siegel throws a lazy right hand but Boesku sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up with Siegel, looking for a takedown. Boesku pushes Siegel against the cage but Siegel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Siegel works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#
Boesku is rocked!
Siegel closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Boesku! Siegel dives in looking to finish! Boesku is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Benjamin Siegel!
Benjamin Siegel 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:
EMP Mumu vs Thomas 3
Date: Jan 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Zoid throws a series of punches but Boesku avoids them all with ease.
Boesku avoids the body shot from Zoid.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Zoid as he jumps to the side.
Zoid swings for the body but Boesku moves out of range.
Boesku slips under a jab from Zoid.
Zoid throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boesku goes for a double leg but Zoid avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zoid continues to drive forward.
Boesku staying out of range there.
Boesku misses with a looping left.#TD2#
Boesku looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boesku accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Zoid keeps moving.
Zoid is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at FIERCE - {{$750}} - 15 Elite Coaches that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Zoid is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Boesku is controlling him. #SUB2#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Boesku pushes down on Zoid's leg and manages to get into half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Boesku working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Zoid is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Zoid is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
#SUB2#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zoid sees it coming and defends easily.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Zoid is having none of it.
Zoid wants to get back to his feet.#ES#
Zoid manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T2#
Boesku wants to clinch
letting Zoid counter with a right hand.
Zoid throws an overhand right that lands on Boesku's shoulder, as Boesku tries to avoid the shot.
Boesku misses with a lunging right hand
and Zoid counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Harold Zoid is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Boesku changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zoid looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zoid is pushing Boesku's head away, looking to escape. Boesku manages to hold on to the position though.
Boesku lands a decent elbow from side control. #ES#
Zoid bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Zoid throws a big shot that misses.
Nice jab there from Zoid. #CUT#
It looks like Roman Boesku has been cut.
Boesku throws a shot from downtown. Zoid moves away and avoids it.
Zoid throws a hook but Boesku blocks it.
Zoid displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boesku throws out the jab.
Boesku avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Boesku uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zoid.
And Boesku tries to counter it with a takedown but Zoid pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Zoid looks to land a body kick but Boesku moved away.
Zoid scores with a hook.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zoid as he avoids it easily.
Harold Zoid has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku checks a low kick from Zoid.
Boesku looks to score with a jab to the body but Zoid is just out of range.
Zoid misses with a looping right.
Boesku misses with a takedown
and Zoid counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time.
Zoid is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Zoid thuds a left hand into Boesku's body.
Zoid throws out a powerful jab.#ROC#
Boesku is rocked!
Zoid weaves into range and cracks Boesku right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Boesku goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Zoid is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Harold Zoid!
Harold Zoid was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
EMP Openweight Round 2
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Boesku tries to move into range but Kueller moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Roman Boesku has been cut.
Boesku takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boesku fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kueller manages to avoid it.
Kueller pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Kueller sprawls well.
Kueller is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boesku with a body shot.
Kueller tries to clinch there but Boesku circles away.
Boesku misses with a hook. Kueller ducked under it nicely.
Kueller motions for Boesku to come forward. Kueller throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kueller throws a lazy right hand but Boesku sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kueller.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Boesku.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kueller keeps Boesku at a distance using the push kick. #CL2#
Kueller fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Boesku, pushing him back against the cage.
Boesku stalling in the clinch.
Boesku is working for takedown but Kueller is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Kueller scores with a shot to the side of Boesku's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Boesku.
Boesku is looking to break free of the clinch but Kueller has double underhooks.
Kueller working Boesku over with knees to the body.
Boesku is breathing heavily.
Kueller gets through Boesku's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Kueller pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Boesku blocks a head kick by Kueller.
Kueller thuds his shin into the meat of Boesku's side.
Kueller looks to land a body kick but Boesku moved away.
Kueller throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boesku drops his hands momentarily. Kueller doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Boesku staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Boesku doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Benjamin Kueller!
After winning the bout, Benjamin Kueller 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:
TGC Openweight Round 1.2
Date: Nov 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Boesku avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boesku lands with an uppercut that bounces Gregorio off the cage and back into range.
Gregorio tries to close the distance and clinch but Boesku swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gregorio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Boesku slaps away a takedown attempt from Gregorio, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gregorio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gregorio throws out a counter right but Boesku avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Boesku darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Gregorio tries to kick Boesku off but Boesku keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku trying to control the action but Gregorio is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gregorio punching from the bottom.
#SUB#
Boesku seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Gregorio is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
NJMMA 69
Date: Sep 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Sagaki throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Boesku counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sagaki won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Sagaki is defending well.
Sagaki takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB#
Boesku tries for a kimura but Sagaki is defending well.
Sagaki is trying to control Boesku's posture but Boesku avoids it.
Sagaki is looking to regain half guard here but Boesku keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to get an arm triangle but Sagaki is defending well. #T1#
Sagaki regains half guard.#SUB2#
Sagaki actively working from the bottom here.
Sagaki gets full guard.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Sagaki is keeping the position.
Boesku landing some decent shots from guard.
Sagaki looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Sagaki is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sagaki has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Sagaki's legs - danger averted.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku 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#
Sagaki is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boesku advances to half guard. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sagaki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku.
Boesku throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3##SUB#
Boesku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sagaki is just riding it out for now. Boesku eventually gives up the hold.
Sagaki controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sagaki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sagaki is keeping the position for now. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sagaki 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#
Sagaki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sagaki looking to control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Boesku's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Boesku won't allow Sagaki to sweep him here.
Sagaki looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku working some strikes from top position.
Sagaki has Boesku pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Sagaki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sagaki.#TD2#
Sagaki fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Boesku sprawls well initially but Sagaki persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Sagaki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sagaki wants to control but Boesku is keeping him busy.
Roman Boesku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sagaki lands strikes from half guard.
My spies in Nuclear Physiques inform me that Sagaki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Sagaki 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.
Boesku slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sagaki preventing the sweep. #T1#
Sagaki postures up in Boesku's guard and throws a big left but Boesku blocks it.
Sagaki postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sagaki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sagaki keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Boesku's head.
Sagaki controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sagaki scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sagaki postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Boesku working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sagaki. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sagaki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sagaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Sagaki defends easily.
Sagaki postures up and lands a big shot to Boesku's brow. #T2#
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Sagaki from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking for a sweep. Not yet Boesku, not yet.
Sagaki chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Sagaki drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sagaki jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Sagaki from controlling successfully.
Sagaki works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boesku trying to hold on to Sagaki's head to control him but Sagaki postures up.
#T3#
Sagaki not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Boesku is looking for a sweep. Sagaki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boesku on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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. Sagaki connects with a nice short shot to Boesku's temple. #SUB2#
Sagaki 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.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Sagaki has control of the leg.
Boesku is looking to control Sagaki's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?#T4#
Sagaki working the head and body with strikes.
Boesku is refusing to be controlled, as Sagaki sits in half guard.
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. Sagaki connects with a nice short shot to Boesku's temple.
Sagaki throwing shots but Boesku is blocking nicely.
Boesku has hold of Sagaki's hands but Sagaki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sagaki winds up and cracks Boesku with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boesku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sagaki postures up and lands a big shot to Boesku's brow. #SUB#
Boesku looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takumi Sagaki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sagaki darts in looking for a takedown but Boesku gets double underhooks and turns Sagaki into the cage.
Boesku changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sagaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boesku.
Sagaki is trying to counter with his kicks.
Boesku takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sagaki misses with a hook
#TD#
and Boesku counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Sagaki is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
Boesku cracks Sagaki with a solid left hand.
Sagaki keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sagaki is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Sagaki keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1##SUB2#
Sagaki is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Sagaki is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.
Boesku trying to control but Sagaki is working from the bottom.
Boesku passes Sagaki's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Sagaki looking for submissions off his back.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Sagaki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boesku passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sagaki!
Sagaki tries to hold on but Boesku pushes him away.
Sagaki manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Sagaki actively working from the bottom here.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Sagaki is defending well.
Boesku is thwarting Sagaki's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but Sagaki defending well. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sagaki is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily.
Boesku is trying to control. Sagaki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sagaki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boesku's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boesku's back!
Boesku manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sagaki's guard. Nice work there by Boesku.
#T4#
Boesku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Sagaki working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
Boesku postures up.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sagaki keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sagaki is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roman Boesku showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boesku has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roman Boesku!
A relieved looking Roman Boesku 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:
NJMMA XS 10
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt - Knox sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Boesku changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Knox looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Knox tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boesku wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Knox keeps working.
Knox tries to bench press Boesku off him but Boesku keeps the position.
Boesku trying to control the position but Knox is working away.
Knox manages to work his way to half guard, despite Boesku's best efforts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Boesku is working for a kimura but Knox is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Knox keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Knox is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Boesku seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Knox wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Knox is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Knox avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Knox punching from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Knox defends the submission attempt.
Boesku is thwarting Knox's attempts to control the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Boesku working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Knox is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Knox is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Boesku has latched onto it... Big trouble! Boesku pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Knox is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Boesku!
A victorious Roman Boesku 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:
NJMMA XS 8
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Lalla looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Boesku!
Boesku is trying to control Lalla's posture but Lalla avoids it.
Boesku is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lalla off and has taken his back!
Lalla is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Boesku off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Boesku is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Lalla won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Boesku off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
In defeat, Jaro Lalla stepped up to the mic, saying '$#%@@@!!! SHIT!!!!! FUC@#$ YOU ALL!@#$#@@'.
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Event:
NJMMA 63 - Sheedy vs Omen 3
Date: Jul 14, 2018 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Will. Boesku does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boesku looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Will is fending him off so far but Boesku persists. Nope, Will circles away and we're back to standing.
Will looks to throw the jab but Boesku is out of range.
Will throws a lazy right hand but Boesku sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Will throws a hook but Boesku avoids it easily.
Will defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Boesku.
Will throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boesku was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Broke Dick Will seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Will throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Will lands a jab to Boesku's midsection.
Will ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boesku moves away.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Will throws a hook but Boesku avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Will lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boesku doesn't seem phased though.
Decent striking displayed by Will there.
Boesku fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Boesku shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Will pinned against the cage. Will gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Will scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Will scores with the left hand. Boesku knows he should have avoided that one.
Will misses with a body shot.
Will throws a hook to the side of Boesku's head but Boesku sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boesku tries to counter with a takedown but Will is quick to defend against it.
Will has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Boesku gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Will to counter with a crisp jab.
Boesku has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Will finds it's way round the side to connect with Boesku's head.
No luck for Boesku with that takedown attempt.
Boesku tries for a takedown but Will circles away easily
and Will counters with a nice uppercut.
Boesku ducks under a wild hook from Will.
Boesku blocks a jab.#T2#
Will throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Boesku counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Will!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boesku working away.
Will gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Will is doing well to control the position and prevent Boesku from advancing to side control.
Will wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Will desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Will wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
#T3#
Will tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.#SUB#
Boesku 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.
Will controlling the position well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Will is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Will wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A head kick misses from Will.
Will throws a jab but it's blocked by Boesku.
Will fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Broke Dick Will is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab from Will finds it's way through Boesku's defenses.
A swing and a miss from Will.
Boesku throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Will counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boesku keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Will.
Boesku slips a jab from Will.#TD#
Boesku shoots in and gets a takedown into Will's guard.
Boesku postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Broke Dick Will dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Will swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boesku on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Will fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boesku manages to avoid it.
Boesku on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Will.
Will displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Boesku.
Will swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big right from Will misses.
Boesku attempts a counter takedown but Will avoids it well and moves away.
Will cracks Boesku with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Will lands with a straight right. Boesku didn't see that one coming.
Will throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Will connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boesku. Boesku circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Will throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Will stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Will wants it to stay on the feet.
A left lands for Will.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boesku misses with a straight left.
Will smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#
Boesku is rocked!#T1#
Boesku gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Will gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Boesku 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 1:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Broke Dick Will!
A very excited looking Broke Dick Will 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:
NJMMA #57
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Boesku fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Boesku fails with the takedown.
Mayer lands a glancing blow to the side of Boesku's head.
Mayer slips under a jab.
Boesku lands with a right hand.
Boesku fails with the takedown.
Damen Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.#TD#
Boesku tries to sprawl but Mayer drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Boesku regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Mayer.
Mayer is looking to pass into half guard but Boesku pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boesku is in guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mayer has his foot on Boesku's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boesku works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Mayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Mayer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Mayer looking for a guillotine here but Boesku defends easily.
Mayer 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.
Mayer keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
My spies in Cats Killers Academy Mma inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Mayer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boesku passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Mayer is working away. #SUB2#
Boesku is working for a kimura but Mayer is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3#
Boesku seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mayer does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Mayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Mayer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mayer.#SUB#
Mayer has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Boesku is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Mayer.
Mayer is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Damen Mayer will probably get the nod.
That's time! Mayer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but Mayer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Mayer drives through with a takedown into Boesku's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Damen Mayer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boesku working a defensive guard but Mayer passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Mayer is working for a kimura but Boesku is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Boesku is defending against the submission attempts here by Mayer.
Mayer is pressing down on Boesku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boesku is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Boesku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mayer postures up.
#SUB#
Mayer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boesku manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mayer has Boesku in his guard.#REVB#
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Mayer keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Boesku throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Mayer is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Mayer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Mayer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boesku is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Mayer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.#SUB#
Mayer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
Boesku throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mayer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mayer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boesku can do to turn this around?
Boesku connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Mayer 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.#SUB#
Mayer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boesku defends well.
Boesku content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mayer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Mayer's legs - danger averted.
Mayer 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.#T4##SUB2#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mayer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Mayer in his guard.#REVR#
Mayer wants to pass the guard but Boesku is keeping the position.
Mayer trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Boesku manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku postures up in Mayer's guard and throws a big left but Mayer blocks it.
Mayer keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Damen Mayer dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up with Mayer, looking for a takedown. Boesku pushes Mayer against the cage but Mayer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mayer throws a shot from downtown. Boesku moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Mayer looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mayer defends it easily.#SUB#
Mayer postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Boesku is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Mayer, into his guard. #REVB#
Boesku is working Mayer over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there. #T1#
Mayer keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is looking to work some ground and pound but Mayer has wrist control.#SUB#
Mayer isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Boesku stacks Mayer 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 Boesku!
Mayer is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB2#
Boesku thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Mayer is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Boesku 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.
Mayer is not content to let Boesku control the position.#SUB2#
Boesku 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.
#SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mayer has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3##SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Mayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Mayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boesku controlling the pace.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Mayer is defending well. #SUB#
Mayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mayer moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mayer fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Mayer gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Mayer is working for a kimura but Boesku is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Mayer is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mayer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Boesku is just riding it out for now. Mayer eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB#
Mayer seems to be working for a kimura but Boesku defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Mayer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boesku gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Boesku throws his legs up looking for a submission but Mayer uses it to pass to side control.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Mayer is trying to get an arm triangle but Boesku is defending well. #SUB#
Mayer is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boesku has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boesku is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Mayer goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Boesku rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mayer's guard! Nice work there by Boesku! #T3#
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Mayer keeps moving.
Boesku is looking to work some ground and pound but Mayer has wrist control.
Boesku trying to control but Mayer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Boesku drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mayer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Boesku has Mayer in his guard.#REVR##T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Mayer slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Boesku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mayer pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Mayer 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Boesku looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Damen Mayer had his way with Roman Boesku in that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Boesku misses the shot to the body.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Mayer sprawls well.
Boesku misses with a takedown #TD#
and Mayer counters with a single leg into guard. Boesku didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Mayer defends easily.
Mayer stands and throws Boesku's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mayer tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mayer has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boesku manages to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Mayer is working for a kimura but Boesku is defending it quite comfortably.
Mayer is looking to advance position but Boesku won't allow it. #SUB#
Mayer is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Mayer has control of the leg. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Mayer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Boesku is just riding it out for now. Mayer eventually gives up the hold.
Boesku trying to control here.
Roman Boesku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Mayer is trying to work for a kimura but Boesku is defending well.
Mayer is thwarting Boesku's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Boesku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mayer tries to pass to full mount but Boesku defends it.
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.#SUB2#
Boesku escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Mayer trying to move into half guard but instead Boesku has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Boesku pushes down on Mayer's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mayer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Mayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damen Mayer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mayer has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 49:46
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 49:46
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damen Mayer!
Damen Mayer retains his featherweight title!
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Event:
NJMMA #53
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Bozeck tries to bum rush Boesku with a series of wild strikes but Boesku uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Boesku half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Boesku has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bozeck finds it's way round the side to connect with Boesku's head.
Bozeck scores with a nice strike.
Bozeck looks to land a combination but Boesku avoids it well.
Boesku appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A shot to the body from Boesku misses
and Bozeck counters with a slapping leg kick.
Boesku blocks a jab.
Boesku tries for a takedown but Bozeck sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Boesku fails with the takedown.
Bozeck throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Boesku decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bozeck's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bozeck is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Bozeck trying to control but Boesku postures up.
Boesku performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1##SUB2#
Bozeck is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Boesku in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Bozeck tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Boesku!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
NJMMA #51: Colnago v Paulin
Date: Apr 07, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Boesku closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Superior did well to prevent Boesku getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Superior has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Superior defends the submission attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Superior has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Superior has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB2#
Boesku is trying for a kimura here. Superior looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Boesku wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
NJMMA March Madness
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Boesku's shoulder, as Boesku tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Boesku throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Boesku is in Sitsongrit's guard.
Boesku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sitsongrit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving.
Sitsongrit keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
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.#SUB#
Boesku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boesku 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.#T1#
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
Boesku works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sitsongrit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Boesku. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boesku is thwarting Sitsongrit's attempts to control the position.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg.
Sitsongrit 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.#SUB#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit sees it coming and defends easily.
Boesku stalling. #SUB#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Boesku is working for a submission of some sort.
Sitsongrit is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
Sitsongrit might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Boesku haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boesku is controlling the pace.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Sitsongrit motions for Boesku to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boesku.
Boesku tries to counter with a takedown but Sitsongrit is quick to defend against it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Boesku's head but Boesku sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Boesku is out of range and Sitsongrit settles back down.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boesku half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Petdee Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target. #TD#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Boesku content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boesku moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Boesku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sitsongrit, who protects the arm well.
Boesku trying to control the position but Sitsongrit is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Boesku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sitsongrit is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Boesku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt - Sitsongrit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Boesku throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit is looking to land body kicks.
Boesku changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt.
Boesku moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boesku throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Boesku takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit thumps Boesku with a low kick.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sitsongrit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Boesku thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#
Boesku is rocked!#T1#
Boesku tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Oh Boesku is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boesku has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Boesku seems to have got his legs back now.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Boesku avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Boesku throwing a counter right hand but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Boesku shoots in and gets a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boesku is one step ahead there.
Sitsongrit looking to control.
#SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sitsongrit wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku stays in close to Sitsongrit's body and controls the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Roman Boesku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sitsongrit keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A big right from Boesku misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Boesku decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Sitsongrit is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Petdee Sitsongrit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Sitsongrit tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Sitsongrit is staying active underneath Boesku, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Sitsongrit is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
Boesku passes to full mount!
Boesku trying to control but Sitsongrit is having none of it. #SUB#
Boesku is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Sitsongrit can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#T4##SUB#
Sitsongrit is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Boesku locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Sitsongrit is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roman Boesku!
A very excited looking Roman Boesku 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:
NJMMA #35: Rooney v Mechanic
Date: Feb 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Will misses the jab.
Boesku half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A big left from Will misses.
Boesku pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Will on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt
letting Will counter with a right hand.
Will swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but Will shows good takedown defense.
Boesku shoots for a takedown but Will saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Boesku 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.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Will lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku throws a jab when Will was well out of range.
Will looks to score with a jab to the body but Boesku is just out of range.
Boesku changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Boesku tries a head kick but it misses.
Will looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T1#
Will is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Boesku 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.
Will is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Will is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Will controlling Boesku's posture. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Will is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boesku takes one to the chin there.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but Will shows good takedown defense.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Will as he avoids it easily.
Boesku looks to land a right hand but Will moved out of range.
Will waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boesku.
Will scores with a shot to the body.
#T3#
Boesku takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Will throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boesku half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Will. No joy for Boesku on that attempt.
Boesku takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Will lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Will misses the target.
Will missing with a left hand there. Boesku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boesku tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Will defends well and Boesku ends up having to push Will into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Boesku will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nice straight punches there by Boesku. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boesku.
Boesku takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Will looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Boesku ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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!
Will stuffs the takedown attempt from Boesku. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Boesku looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Will!
Will 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.
Will really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Boesku. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
You can see the frustration on Will's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Will holding on.#SUB#
Boesku goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Will has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Boesku but great work by Will.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Broke Dick Will dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Will is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boesku.
Will works Boesku's body with a nice hook.
Boesku throws a right hand that misses
and Will counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Will as he avoids it easily.
Will punishes Boesku's body with a nice straight punch.
Will misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boesku.
Boesku scores with a jab.
Will misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Will misses the target.
Will throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Will misses with a straight left.
Broke Dick Will is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boesku fails with the takedown
and Will counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Will lands a nice hook to Boesku's body. Boesku takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Will thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Will jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Will steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boesku.
Will lands a nice looking body shot.
Will misses the jab.
Will throws a jab when Boesku was well out of range.
Boesku throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Will throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boesku shoots and misses
and Will connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Will throws a series of strikes that have Boesku backpedaling.
Will punishes Boesku's body with a nice straight punch.
Boesku throws a poor cross that misses
and Will counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Boesku thinking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Will ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Will let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Will throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Will misses with a straight right.
Boesku slips under a jab.#T3#
Will throws a body shot but no joy.
Boesku shoots for a takedown but Will saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Boesku shoots in and drives through. Will sprawls well.
Will throws the left hand but Boesku avoids the punch easily.
Nice defenses there by Boesku.
Boesku moves away from the strike by Will.
Boesku on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Will has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boesku uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Will.
Boesku takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Boesku misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boesku misses with a right hand
and Will counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Boesku checks a leg kick.
Will loads up on a big right hand but Boesku slips the punch.
Will looks to land a right hand but Boesku moved out of range.
Boesku appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Will scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Will jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boesku is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Boesku shoots and misses
and Will counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Will misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Will lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Boesku has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boesku and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Boesku is trying hard to land a takedown here. Will sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Will misses with a body shot.
Boesku displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Will throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Broke Dick Will 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#
Will throws a shot from downtown. Boesku moves away and avoids it.
Boesku with a lazy takedown attempt
and Will counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Will throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Will jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boesku dives in and grabs Will's left leg, looking for a takedown. Will pushes down on Boesku's head and hops out.
Will misses with a body shot.
Boesku is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Will looks to score with a jab to the body but Boesku is just out of range.
Boesku drops down looking for a counter takedown but Will sprawls and moves away.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt
and Will counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Boesku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku shoots in and drives through. Will sprawls well.
Will counters with a body kick.
Will smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Will misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Good exchange - Will coming out on top.
Boesku staying out of range there.
Will jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boesku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boesku shoots for a double leg takedown but Will sprawls well. He's pushed Boesku's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little jabbing left from Will on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Will missing with a left hand there. Boesku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boesku displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Will throws out the jab.
Boesku attempts a counter takedown but Will avoids it well and moves away.
Will wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boesku is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Boesku fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A nice side step and Will releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Boesku swings widly with a right hand
and Will counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Boesku tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Broke Dick Will seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boesku uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Will.
Boesku shoots in but Will avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Roman Boesku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Will scores with a jab to the head.
Will bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boesku throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice side step and Will releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Will ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boesku moves away.
Will misses with a hook. Boesku ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Boesku with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Will to score with a decent uppercut.
Boesku avoids the body shot from Will.
Will jabs Boesku to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boesku throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Will counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boesku takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Will swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Will connects with a single shot there.
Will throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Will misses with a hook
#TD#
and Boesku counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Boesku trying to control but Will is working from the bottom.
Will controlling the position.#T4#
Will is continuing to stall.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Will is keeping the position.
Boesku is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Will keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Will is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Broke Dick Will comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Will 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 John Roberts scores the fight 26:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 26:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Broke Dick Will!
Our winner, Broke Dick Will, 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:
EPGH 4: Braddock vs EPGH HWC
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Boesku will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A telegraphed right hand from Jam misses the target.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt
and Jam counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've been informed that Boesku has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Boesku throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jam sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boesku has his takedown stuffed
and Jam counters with a straight right hand.
Jamaican Jam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jam avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Boesku shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
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.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Jam keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Boesku drops back looking for a leg! Jam is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jam manages to kick Boesku off! Boesku jumps back into Jam's guard.
Boesku is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Boesku drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boesku jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Boesku 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. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Boesku trying to control but Jam is working from the bottom.
Jam can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Boesku controls the pace.
Jam controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Boesku 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. Boesku seems to have locked his on tight now - Jam screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Boesku, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Roman Boesku!
Jamaican Jam was interviewed post fight and said 'This fucking blind referee is friends with the fucking biased judges who are both paid by my PED-using opponent's manager. Fuck them and fuck the haters! What are you looking at asshole? Come at me, I'll mash you like potatoes!!
Mommy!! They are threatening me! 😭'.
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Event:
SNPF: Helsinki
Date: Nov 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Hadley Jr slips under a jab from Boesku.#TD#
Boesku drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Hadley Jr is looking for a triangle but Boesku pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Boesku got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hadley Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boesku has managed to get both his arms back between Hadley Jr's legs - danger averted.
Hadley Jr keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku content to stall in guard here.
Our spies down at at Main Event inform us that Hadley Jr has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hadley Jr striking off his back but it's not causing Boesku any problems.
Boesku 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.
Boesku 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. #T1#
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Hadley Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hadley Jr has his foot on Boesku's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boesku works his way back into a safe position though.
Hadley Jr keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass.
Hadley Jr can't keep his opponent in guard - Boesku advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hadley Jr sees it coming and defends easily.
Hadley Jr tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Hadley Jr is defending the position.
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.#T2#
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Hadley Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boesku works his way into side control.
Hadley Jr is not content to let Boesku control the position. #SUB#
Boesku goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hadley Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Boesku but great work by Hadley Jr.
Boesku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boesku managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Hadley Jr.
#SUB2#
Hadley Jr thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Hadley Jr working the head and body with strikes.
Hadley Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boesku keeps working.
Boesku is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hadley Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boesku does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boesku wants to control but Hadley Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boesku moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Hadley Jr defends easily.
#T4##SUB#
Boesku is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hadley Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hadley Jr is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Hadley Jr has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hadley Jr is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hadley Jr trying to control from Boesku's half guard. Boesku has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hadley Jr enables Boesku to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hadley Jr manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hadley Jr keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Hadley Jr keeps moving.
Hadley Jr controls Boesku momentarily but Boesku frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku passes into half guard. #SUB#
Hadley Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
Hadley Jr misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#T1##SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
Boesku is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hadley Jr can do to turn this around?
Hadley Jr gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Hadley Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boesku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boesku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boesku content to stall in guard here. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hadley Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hadley Jr can't keep his opponent in guard - Boesku advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hadley Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Hadley Jr is not content to let Boesku control the position.#SUB2#
Hadley Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boesku pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hadley Jr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Hadley Jr is defending well.
#SUB#
Boesku 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.
#SUB2#
Hadley Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hadley Jr punching from the bottom.
Hadley Jr wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Boesku wants to take a breather but Hadley Jr is having none of it. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hadley Jr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hadley Jr defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hadley Jr is trying to stand back up but Boesku is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Boesku dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Boesku closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hadley Jr is in trouble now - Boesku has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Boesku working for a submission but Hadley Jr is keeping him at bay.
Boesku controlling his opponent.
Roman Boesku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hadley Jr is working to get back to half guard.
Hadley Jr sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Boesku is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hadley Jr sees it coming and defends easily.
Hadley Jr is looking to escape.#T1#
Hadley Jr is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Hadley Jr wants to improve his position but Boesku is controlling well.
Hadley Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hadley Jr has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Hadley Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Boesku.
Hadley Jr trying to control but Boesku postures up.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hadley Jr wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hadley Jr has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boesku is thwarting Hadley Jr's attempts to control the position.
Hadley Jr tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Hadley Jr won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Boesku is keen to just control but Hadley Jr is a slippery customer.
Hadley Jr 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.
Hadley Jr tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3##SUB#
Boesku seems to be looking for submissions.
Hadley Jr moves into full guard.
Hadley Jr keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hadley Jr working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Boesku has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Hadley Jr defends the submission attempt.#T4##SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura here.
Hadley Jr is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Boesku not doing much here.
Ryan Hadley Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roman Boesku showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boesku has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Roman Boesku!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Roman Boesku!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Roman Boesku!
Roman Boesku wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
Saturday Night Pride Fights 4
Date: Oct 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Pai keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pai is looking to counter punch.
Boesku throws a hook to the side of Pai's head but Pai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pai is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boesku tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boesku somewhat.
Boesku with a poor takedown
letting Pai counter with a right hand.
Mai Pai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku with a poor takedown
and Pai counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pai misses with a body kick.
Pai 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.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pai.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt
and Pai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boesku closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pai circles away.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Pai 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Pai leaves Boesku with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It looked like Pai was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boesku.
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt
and Pai counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Pai throws a wild body kick that Boesku sees coming a mile off.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Pai sprawls well.
Boesku throws a lazy uppercut
and Boesku takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pai as he jumps to the side.
Boesku goes for a double leg but Pai avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Pai continues to drive forward.#T2#
Boesku misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time.
It looked like Pai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boesku is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pai sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pai tries to clinch up but Boesku circles away and keeps his distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Boesku is defended easily by Pai.
Boesku shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little feinted left hand from Pai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boesku shoots for a double leg takedown but Pai sprawls well. He's pushed Boesku's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Pai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #T3#
Pai lands a shoulder strike.
Pai throws a head punch that misses.
Boesku blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Boesku as Pai tries to tie him up.
Pai stalls.
Pai lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Pai tries to land knees in the clinch but Boesku avoids the damage to the body.
Boesku jumps guard but Pai turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Pai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pai trying to control the position but instead, Boesku has worked for underhooks and has pushed Pai into the ropes.
Pai looking to slow down the pace here.
Pai gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Boesku.
#T4#
Boesku avoiding damage as Pai throws knees to the body.
Pai throws a head punch that misses.
Boesku blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pai tries to throw a body punch but Boesku avoids it by throwing Pai back against the ropes.
Boesku working hard to break the clinch.
Boesku has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Boesku tries to break the clinch but Pai is controlling the position.
Boesku is looking to break free of the clinch but Pai has double underhooks.
Boesku managing to block the knees to the body from Pai.
Boesku wants to break free but Pai has control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boesku goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pai prevents it.
Pai misses with a hook from the clinch.
The referee calls for Pai to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mai Pai dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Boesku shoots in but no luck this time.
Roman Boesku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Pai sprawls well.
Boesku dives in for a single leg takedown but Pai sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Pai wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mai Pai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku stalks Pai and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Pai's face. Pai staggers backwards, shaken.
Boesku tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boesku somewhat.
Pai swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku looks for a takedown but Pai sprawls well.
As Boesku looks to move away, Pai throws a big counter combo but Boesku just gets out of the way.
Pai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boesku can do to turn this around?
Boesku fails to land the takedown.
Pai seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Pai slips a straight right by Boesku.
Pai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boesku tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pai swivels and escapes.
Boesku shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boesku takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boesku.
Boesku with a lazy takedown attempt
and Boesku takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boesku gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Pai counters with a series of strikes. Boesku will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pai lands an overhand right.#T2#
No luck for Boesku with that takedown attempt.
It appears Pai was looking to counter with a kick there.
Boesku closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pai circles away.
As Boesku looks to move away, Pai throws a big counter combo but Boesku just gets out of the way.
Boesku has a takedown stuffed.
Boesku with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Pai holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Pai struggles to land a body shot inside as Boesku controls his hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boesku jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Pai walks away with a smile on his face. Boesku gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Boesku throws a head kick that misses.
Mai Pai is winning the standup battle so far.
Boesku takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Boesku steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pai.
Pai missing with a left hand there. Boesku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Boesku throws a looping overhand right but Pai ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like Pai was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boesku.
A slow jab from Boesku misses its intended target.
Pai lands a really nice looking cross but Boesku seems unphased.
Boesku misses the jab.
Pai looks to throw the jab but Boesku is out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Boesku or perhaps it was just good defense by Pai, which made it look bad.
Pai seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Pai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boesku.
Boesku pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boesku moves out of range of the strikes.
Jab, jab by Pai - just one landing. #T4#
Pai throws a head kick but Boesku moves out of range.
Mai Pai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Pai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Boesku tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pai smiles and moves away.
Boesku takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Boesku moves out of range of the body kick from Pai.
Boesku loads up on a big right hand but Pai slips the punch.
Pai was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
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!
Boesku fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pai manages to avoid it.
Pai is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mai Pai dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pai misses with a body shot.
Boesku tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pai defends well and Boesku ends up having to push Pai into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Boesku avoids the body shot from Pai.
Boesku gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Boesku takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boesku with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pai counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mai Pai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Boesku.
Boesku ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pai avoids the head kick by Boesku.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku tries for a takedown but Pai circles away easily
enabling Pai to counter with a crisp jab.
Boesku doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Pai counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Boesku throws a lazy head kick
and Pai counters with a two punch combo.
Boesku fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Boesku takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Pai misses with an uppercut. Boesku saw that one coming.
Pai throws a hook to the side of Boesku's head but Boesku sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mai Pai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pai looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Boesku fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pai avoids it really well and circles away.
Pai seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Boesku decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Boesku is looking for a kimura but Pai is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Boesku to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Boesku is trying to work for a kimura but Pai is defending well.
Roman Boesku has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pai on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pai tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Boesku 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.
#SUB2#
Boesku is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Pai is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Roman Boesku!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Boesku shoots for a double leg takedown but Gasanov sprawls well. He's pushed Boesku's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Gasanov moves into range and clinches up with Boesku.
Gasanov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Gasanov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Roman Boesku has been cut.#TD2#
Gasanov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB2#
Gasanov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Boesku has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gasanov but great work by Boesku.
Gasanov prevents Boesku from improving position.
Gasanov is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Gasanov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Boesku swings around for an armbar but Gasanov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Boesku's guard.#SUB#
Boesku is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Boesku being controlled here, momentarily.
Boesku trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Boesku has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gasanov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gasanov drops back looking for a leg! Boesku is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boesku manages to kick Gasanov off! Gasanov jumps back into Boesku's guard. #SUB#
Boesku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gasanov defends it easily.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Boesku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gasanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gasanov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Gasanov sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Boesku doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Gasanov 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 Boesku - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Roman Boesku!
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