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Event:
PF2 Nti v Nikil Jr
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nti as he avoids it easily.
Nti misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Nikil Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Nti didn't expect that. #ES#
Nti has his feet on Nikil Jr's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Nti seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nti cracks Nikil Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nikil Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
No luck for Nikil Jr with that takedown attempt.
Nikil Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nti pinned against the cage. Nti gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Samuel Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Nti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nikil Jr steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Nti.
Nti misses with an uppercut
and Nikil Jr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nti sprawls well. Nti wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nikil Jr gets slowly back to his feet.#CL2#
Nikil Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Nti blocking some punches.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
Nikil Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nikil Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nikil Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Nice body punch from Nti - that landed with a thud.
Nikil Jr looks winded!
Nikil Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nikil Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nikil Jr's elbow.
Nti lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nikil Jr.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
Nti pushes Nikil Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nti lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nikil Jr or not.
Nti pushes Nikil Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nti lands a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nti pushes Nikil Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti digs a right hand underneath Nikil Jr's ribcage. Nikil Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nti lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Nikil Jr controls the action.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nikil Jr's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Nti. #T3#
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
Nikil Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
Nti gets through Nikil Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nti lands an uppercut.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti lands with a right to the head.
Nikil Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti lands a shot to the body.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Nikil Jr controls the action.
Nti is working Nikil Jr over against the cage.
Nti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nikil Jrs head.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A hook to the body from Nti.
A left hand lands to the body for Nti.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Nikil Jr avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nti. #T4#
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Nti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
A short left from Nti.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Nti digs a right hand underneath Nikil Jr's ribcage. Nikil Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nikil Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Nti finish him?
Nti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Nti digs a right hand into Nikil Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nikil Jr's gas tank.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
Nti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nti works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nice body punch from Nti.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
Nti creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Nikil Jr's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Nikil Jr drops to his knees and Nti pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Nti!
Kenrick Nikil Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TR13: BOAGRIUS VS. KEMP
Date: Mar 06, 2020 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr connects with a body shot.
Delsarte has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD2#
Nikil Jr looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Delsarte bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nikil Jr's guard. #REVR#
Delsarte is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Delsarte stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nikil Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Delsarte engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Delsarte postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delsarte wants to stand but Nikil Jr has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Delsarte 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#
Delsarte's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Delsarte doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Delsarte manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Delsarte stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nikil Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Delsarte is pushing down on Nikil Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nikil Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Delsarte has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Delsarte with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Delsarte looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Delsarte works his foot free and advances to mount.
Delsarte trying to control but Nikil Jr is having none of it.
Delsarte sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nikil Jr flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Delsarte trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nikil Jr is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Delsarte takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Nikil Jr is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Delsarte takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nikil Jr tries to reverse the position but Delsarte maintains control.
We've been informed that Nikil Jr has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Delsarte controlling his opponent.
Nikil Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Delsarte tries to control but Nikil Jr wriggling away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Delsarte tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Delsarte 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 round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gauthier Delsarte dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Delsarte misses with a double jab.
Despite the aggression on Nikil Jr's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nikil Jr wants to clinch
and Nikil Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.
Kenrick Nikil Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nikil Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nikil Jr fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nikil Jr looks for a takedown but Delsarte sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
Gauthier Delsarte has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Delsarte. #T1#
Nice takedown defense from Delsarte. No joy for Nikil Jr on that attempt.
Delsarte throws a big counter combination but Nikil Jr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Delsarte moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nikil Jr moves in looking to clinch but Delsarte pushes him off.
It appears Delsarte was looking to counter with a kick there.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
A leg kick checked by Delsarte.
Delsarte lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nikil Jr's sensitive parts.
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Delsarte but Delsarte pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Delsarte is looking to counter with a body kick.
Delsarte connects with a body shot.
Delsarte is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nikil Jr is breathing heavily.#T2#
Delsarte moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Gauthier Delsarte is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That kick from Delsarte tenderised Nikil Jr's leg. Nikil Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nikil Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Delsarte tries to sprawl out of it but Nikil Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Delsarte manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Delsarte misses the target.
Kenrick Nikil Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nikil Jr takes one to the side of the head.
#T3##KD#
Delsarte lands a big right hand that sends Nikil Jr crashing to the mat! Delsarte stays standing though and waves Nikil Jr back to his feet!#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Nikil Jr gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Gauthier Delsarte!
Gauthier Delsarte decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Kenrick Nikil Jr had this to say: 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TR9: BUNYASARN VS. MENEZES
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown but Nti shows good takedown defense.
An attempted straight right counter from Nti misses the target.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Nikil Jr saw that one coming.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nikil Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
Nikil Jr throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.
Nti misses with a looping right.
Nti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nikil Jr wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Nikil Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nti circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from Nti misses its target.
No luck for Nikil Jr with that takedown attempt.
Samuel Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.#T1#
Nikil Jr fails with the takedown.
Nikil Jr misses with a takedown
and Nti counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nti punishes Nikil Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nikil Jr with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Nti has closed the distance and engaged Nikil Jr in a clinch.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Nikil Jr controls his hands.
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
A hook to the body from Nti.
Nikil Jr looks winded!
Nti blocking some punches.
Nti lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.#T2#
Nti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nikil Jrs head.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
Nice body punch from Nti.
Nti digs a right hand into Nikil Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nikil Jr's gas tank.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti digs a right hand into Nikil Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nikil Jr's gas tank.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Nti on the inside.
Nti lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Nikil Jr fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T3#
Nti works on Nikil Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Nti pushes Nikil Jr back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nti lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nikil Jr.
Nti lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from Nti.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nti.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti lands an uppercut.#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nikil Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Nti finish him?
Nti lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Nikil Jr to his knees! Nti keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Nti!
Kenrick Nikil Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TR6: BOAGRIUS VS. PETERSON
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr tries to clinch up.
Nikil Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Muller can pounce on him.
#CL2#
Nikil Jr has managed to clinch.
Muller blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Muller blocks an uppercut.
Muller with a knee to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.
A nice left hand lands by Muller.
Nikil Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muller.
Nikil Jr takes an elbow to the temple.
Muller swings wildly with an uppercut but Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nikil Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Muller breaks the clinch.
Muller punishes Nikil Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Muller looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No luck for Nikil Jr with that takedown attempt. #T1#
Muller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nikil Jr looks to clinch
and Muller makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nikil Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Muller misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Muller.
Muller swings for the body but Nikil Jr moves out of range.
Nikil Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Muller is fending him off so far but Nikil Jr persists. Nope, Muller circles away and we're back to standing.
Muller scores with a jab. Nikil Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Muller forces Nikil Jr back against the ropes and clinches.
Muller blocking some punches.
Nikil Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Muller. #T2#
Nikil Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Muller.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Muller blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Muller lands with a left to the head.
Nikil Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nikil Jr. #BC#
Muller's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Muller scores with a hook.#CL2#
Nikil Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Muller scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Nikil Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Nikil Jr on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nikil Jr managing to block the knees to the body from Muller.
Muller struggles to land a body shot inside as Nikil Jr controls his hands.
Muller misses with a hook to the ribs.
Muller misses with an elbow over the top.
Muller blocks an uppercut.
Nikil Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Muller tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#T3#
Muller blocking some punches.
Nikil Jr managing to block the knees to the body from Muller.
Nikil Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Muller lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Muller lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Muller lands an elbow inside that Nikil Jr shrugs off.
Muller tries to land knees in the clinch but Nikil Jr avoids the damage to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Muller obliges.
Nikil Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Muller.
Muller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Muller lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Muller lands an elbow just above Nikil Jr 's eye. #CUT#
That has opened up Kenrick Nikil Jr's cut even more.
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
Muller cracks Nikil Jr with a nice body shot.
Muller lands an elbow inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Muller lands an elbow inside that Nikil Jr shrugs off.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nikil Jr.
Muller tries a body shot but Nikil Jr blocks it.
Nikil Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Muller blocking some punches.
#T4#
Muller softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nikil Jr misses with some punches.
Muller lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Muller working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Muller controlling the position using the Thai clinch, unloads with a massive knee! Boom! He's out cold and slumps to the floor against the ropes! I can't wait to see the slow motion replay of that one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Nicolas Muller!
Our winner, Nicolas Muller, 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.
Kenrick Nikil Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TR4: CAMARA VS. SAADES
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD#
Nikil Jr drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Nikil Jr 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.
Nikil Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Nikil Jr prevents Volkov from getting back to his feet.
Nikil Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Volkov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nikil Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr cracks Volkov with a solid left hand.
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving. #SUB#
Nikil Jr drops back looking for a leg! Volkov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Volkov manages to kick Nikil Jr off! Nikil Jr jumps back into Volkov's guard. #T1#
Nikil Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Nikil Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nikil Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Nikil Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Volkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nikil Jr is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Star Studded Beef that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Nikil Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Volkov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nikil Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nikil Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Nikil Jr pushing down on Volkov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nikil Jr is keen to just control but Volkov is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Nikil Jr is looking for a kimura here.
Nikil Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nikil Jr controlling the action here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Volkov taking some punishment here, with Nikil Jr in his half guard. #T3##SUB#
Nikil Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Volkov is trying to stand back up but Nikil Jr is controlling him
Volkov is refusing to be controlled, as Nikil Jr sits in half guard. #SUB#
Nikil Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Volkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr throwing shots but Volkov is blocking nicely. #T4##SUB#
Nikil Jr maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Volkov could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Nikil Jr has cracked it and Volkov is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Nikil Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr made sure to mention his sponsor, Hot Spunk in his post fight interview.
William Volkov spoke after the fight, saying 'Well that's life folks! It happens. But I'm gonna make sure that I will bounce back and be the best in the world! And you can't teach that!!'.
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Event:
TR2: KUWABARA VS. LAMBTON
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr slips under a jab.
Nikil Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Udovich bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Simon Udovich seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Udovich throws a looping overhand right but Nikil Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Nikil Jr blocks a jab.
Nikil Jr tries to counter by closing the distance.
Udovich rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nikil Jr counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Udovich! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
After the big win, Kenrick Nikil Jr made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Hot Spunk and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
The defeated Simon Udovich had this to say: 'Simon *gasp* so *gasp* tired. Simon no do running. Oooo!!! Look at the funny birdies! Simon go night, night now.'.
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Event:
EFC Kardashian vs Built
Date: Oct 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr moves away from the strike by Bamboo Face. #CL#
Bamboo Face pushes Nikil Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Nikil Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Bamboo Face breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Nikil Jr gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bamboo Face cracks Nikil Jr with a nice body shot.
Bamboo Face blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Nikil Jr fails to land.
Bamboo Face blocking some punches.
Bamboo Face blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamboo Face tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nikil Jr avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bamboo Face lands an uppercut.
Bamboo Face lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nikil Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bamboo Face lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bamboo Face lands a body shot. #T1#
Nikil Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamboo Face uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nikil Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamboo Face working Nikil Jr over with knees to the body.
Bamboo Face avoiding damage.
Nikil Jr working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Nikil Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Ubungu Bamboo Face has been cut.
Nikil Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Bamboo Face manages to break the clinch.
The fighters circling - Bamboo Face throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Bamboo Face instigates a clinch.
Bamboo Face wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Nikil Jr working aggressively here.
Bamboo Face blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Nikil Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Bamboo Face trying to land knees to the body.
Nikil Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Bamboo Face.
Nikil Jr working aggressively here.
Nikil Jr blocks a body shot from Bamboo Face.
Bamboo Face stalling.
Nikil Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamboo Face has Nikil Jr pushed against the cage.
A short right from Bamboo Face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nikil Jr avoiding damage as Bamboo Face throws knees to the body.
Nikil Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Bamboo Face breaks from the clinch.
Bamboo Face displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nikil Jr.
A little feinted left hand from Bamboo Face on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Nikil Jr has closed the distance and engaged Bamboo Face in a clinch.
#T3#
Bamboo Face slowing the pace effectively.
Bamboo Face stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Nikil Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamboo Face uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Bamboo Face breaks the clinch.
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bamboo Face sprawls well. Bamboo Face wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nikil Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Bamboo Face misses with an uppercut.
Nikil Jr is looking for the big counter here.
Nikil Jr closes the distance but Bamboo Face moves to the side
letting Bamboo Face counter with a right hand.
Nikil Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bamboo Face throws a shot from downtown. Nikil Jr moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Nikil Jr staying out of range there.#CL#
Bamboo Face has Nikil Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Bamboo Face can't find room to land a body shot as Nikil Jr controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bamboo Face.
Nikil Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bamboo Face backwards.
Nikil Jr misses with the head strike.
Nikil Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bamboo Face displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nikil Jr up against the cage.
Bamboo Face lands a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bamboo Face tries a knee to the head but Nikil Jr blocks it.
Nikil Jr misses with the head strike.
Bamboo Face blocks an uppercut.
Nikil Jr avoids the elbow strike from Bamboo Face, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ubungu Bamboo Face dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ubungu Bamboo Face's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nikil Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bamboo Face is fending him off so far but Nikil Jr persists. Nope, Bamboo Face circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck for Nikil Jr with that takedown attempt.
No joy there for Bamboo Face, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bamboo Face wants to land a leg kick but Nikil Jr is out of range.
Bamboo Face paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nikil Jr shoots for a double leg takedown but Bamboo Face sprawls well. He's pushed Nikil Jr's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ubungu Bamboo Face has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Bamboo Face takes a swing at Nikil Jr's ribcage but misses.
Bamboo Face fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nikil Jr checks it well.
Bamboo Face is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nikil Jr can do to turn this around?
Nikil Jr wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bamboo Face fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nikil Jr manages to avoid it.
Bamboo Face throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nikil Jr counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bamboo Face! #T1#
Bamboo Face is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bamboo Face is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bamboo Face can't do much from the bottom here.
Bamboo Face sneaks back into half guard.
Nikil Jr tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Bamboo Face. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nikil Jr is just content to waste time from the top position. Bamboo Face takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bamboo Face manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Nikil Jr has Bamboo Face in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Nikil Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bamboo Face can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bamboo Face is aware though and is defending well.
Bamboo Face postures up in Nikil Jr's guard and throws a big left but Nikil Jr blocks it.
Bamboo Face working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Bamboo Face looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bamboo Face trying to control the position from guard on top but Nikil Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bamboo Face defends it easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Bamboo Face'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#
Nikil Jr is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Bamboo Face frees his head nicely. Oh but Nikil Jr has switched to an armbar! Bamboo Face is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Kenrick Nikil Jr waved his t-shirt featuring Hot Spunk's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
EFC Rham vs Gold
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Chaelsson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Chaelsson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Nikil Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Chaelsson scoring with punches from side control.
Chaelsson taking a breather here.
Chaelsson wants to control but Nikil Jr is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chaelsson cracks Nikil Jr with a big right hand but Nikil Jr just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Chaelsson scores with a couple of short elbows.
Chaelsson is working Nikil Jr over with some ground and pound from side control.
Chaelsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nikil Jr on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chaelsson scoring with punches and elbows.
Chaelsson lands a decent elbow from side control.
Chaelsson in side control lands a decent elbow.
Chaelsson working the head with strikes. #ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Chaelsson lands a strong strike to the head of Nikil Jr. That's dazed him! Chaelsson looking to finish here. Nikil Jr is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Chaelsson lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Kenrick Nikil Jr had this to say: 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
EFC Dyon vs Maeda
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kueller.
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kueller sprawls well. Kueller wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nikil Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Nikil Jr shoots for a takedown but Kueller saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Kueller has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Kueller breaks from the clinch.
Nikil Jr blocks a head kick by Kueller.
Kueller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nikil Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kueller.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kueller lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nikil Jr's sensitive parts.
Nikil Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kueller sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nikil Jr somewhat.
Benjamin Kueller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.#T1##TD2#
Nikil Jr is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kueller's half guard.#ES#
Kueller manages to escape and get back to his feet!
A lazy body kick from Kueller #TD2#
and Nikil Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Nikil Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nikil Jr has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kueller is proving hard to escape from.
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but Kueller keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Nikil Jr drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kueller dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Kueller trying to control but Nikil Jr is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Kueller'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#
Nikil Jr is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kueller has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Nikil Jr is proving hard to escape from.
Nikil Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kueller wants to control from the top but Nikil Jr keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Kueller got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nikil Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kueller has managed to get both his arms back between Nikil Jr's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr is looking for a triangle but Kueller pushes his legs off easily.
Kueller wants to get up but he can't break Nikil Jr's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Nikil Jr keeping moving, preventing Kueller from controlling successfully.
Kueller is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nikil Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kueller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've been informed that Nikil Jr has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nikil Jr has a closed guard, preventing Kueller from standing up. #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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kueller cracks the inside of Nikil Jr's front leg.
Nikil Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kueller on the side of the head.#TD2#
Nikil Jr shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kueller is trying to defend but Nikil Jr finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kueller trying to control but Nikil Jr postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kueller is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nikil Jr is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#ES#
Kueller manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Nikil Jr keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Benjamin Kueller dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nikil Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Kueller feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Nikil Jr tries for a takedown but Kueller sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kueller seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kueller dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nikil Jr. That did some damage!
Kueller tries a head kick but it misses.
Nikil Jr lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Nikil Jr shoots in and bounces Kueller off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kueller pulls Nikil Jr in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr preventing the sweep.
Kueller controls Nikil Jr momentarily but Nikil Jr frees himself.
Nikil Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1##SUB2#
Nikil Jr is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kueller is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kueller has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SU#
Kueller gets to his feet - Nikil Jr follows without any prompting.
Kueller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nikil Jr can do to turn this around?
A low kick from Kueller is predictable there #TD2#
and Nikil Jr counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nikil Jr.
Kueller wants to stand and escape but Nikil Jr is having none of it.
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but Kueller keeps moving.
Kueller tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nikil Jr stands and throws Kueller's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kueller manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Nikil Jr tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kueller controls his leg. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr wants to work for an arm triangle but Kueller is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kueller sees it coming and defends easily.
Kueller tries to kick Nikil Jr off but Nikil Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nikil Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nikil Jr seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Let's hope that Nikil Jr 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.#T3##SUB2#
Nikil Jr is working for a submission of some sort.
Kenrick Nikil Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kueller sees it coming and defends easily.
Nikil Jr thows a huge punch but Kueller dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nikil Jr throws a strike but Kueller avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nikil Jr trying to control but Kueller is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nikil Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Benjamin Kueller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Kueller throws a push kick but Nikil Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Kueller misses with a low kick as Nikil Jr jumps back.
Benjamin Kueller is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nikil Jr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CL#
Kueller clinches up against the cage.
Kueller softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice elbow from Kueller.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Benjamin Kueller 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#
Kueller lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nikil Jr circles away quickly and effectively.
Kueller sets himself, and Nikil Jr steps forward looking for the clinch! Kueller avoids it this time.#CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.
Kueller with a hook.
Kueller lands a front kick.
Nikil Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kueller swats away the attempt to clinch by Nikil Jr.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kueller.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kueller scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kueller is looking to slow Nikil Jr down with leg kicks.
Kueller looks for the body kick but Nikil Jr saw that one coming.
Nikil Jr tries a quick counter leg kick but Kueller is wise to it.
Nikil Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Kueller throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nikil Jr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kueller finds it's way round the side to connect with Nikil Jr's head.
Benjamin Kueller is winning the standup battle so far.#KD#
Kueller lands a high kick to the side of Nikil Jr's head that stuns him and send him tumbling down to the canvas! Kueller dives into guard, looking to finish.#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!#SU#
Nikil Jr is working an open guard so Kueller takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Nikil Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Kueller finish him?
Kueller weaves into range and cracks Nikil Jr right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Nikil Jr goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Kueller is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Benjamin Kueller!
Our winner, Benjamin Kueller, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Kenrick Nikil Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
NSC 38: Takeishi vs Chaelsson
Date: Jul 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Donk. Smith catches Nikil Jr right on the button with a cross.
Nikil Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Smith tries to sprawl out of it but Nikil Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Smith manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Nikil Jr drives through with a takedown into Smith's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Nikil Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nikil Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SU2#
Nikil Jr gets to his feet. Smith looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Nikil Jr shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Nikil Jr lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Smith is looking to escape.#T1#
Nikil Jr wants to control but Smith is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr is working for a kimura but Smith is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smith doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Smith is staying active underneath Nikil Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smith tries to kick Nikil Jr off but Nikil Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr wants to work for an arm triangle but Smith is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#ES#
Smith pushes Nikil Jr off and gets back to his feet.
Nikil Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Smith tries to sprawl out of it but Nikil Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Smith manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nikil Jr slips under a jab.
Nikil Jr moves out of range as Smith strikes.
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nikil Jr.
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 John Smith will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nikil Jr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smith.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Kenrick Nikil Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smith throws a hook but Nikil Jr blocks it.
Smith stuffs the takedown.
Smith leaves Nikil Jr with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nikil Jr throws a series of punches but Smith moves out of range.
Nikil Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smith throws out the jab.
As Smith backs off Nikil Jr throws a huge counter combo but Smith manages to avoid it all.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
Smith misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith lands with a cross.
Nikil Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr fails with the takedown.
John Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.#T1#
Nikil Jr moves to clinch but Smith breaks away
and Smith counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.#KD#
Smith lands a big right hand that sends Nikil Jr crashing to the mat! Smith stays standing though and waves Nikil Jr back to his feet!
Smith lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Smith!
John Smith gave a mention to Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Kenrick Nikil Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TAFC: Camara v Mark
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Shorton lands with a good body shot.
Nikil Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shorton.
Shorton throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shorton tests Nikil Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Shorton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nikil Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Shorton is quick to defend against it.
Shorton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Shorton gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nikil Jr is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Shorton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Shorton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nikil Jr tries to score a body lock takedown but Shorton shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Shorton lands a nice shot to the body.
Nikil Jr has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Shorton after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kenrick Nikil Jr. 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.
Shorton swings wildly with an uppercut but Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Nikil Jr lands a takedown into guard.
#ES2#
Shorton wriggles free and stands up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nikil Jr misses with a straight right.
Bill Shorton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##CL2#
Shorton clinches up with Nikil Jr and pushes him back against the cage.
Nikil Jr takes a shot to the head.
Shorton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shorton.
Shorton softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Shorton breaks the clinch.
Shorton throws a jab when Nikil Jr was well out of range.
Nikil Jr attempts a counter takedown but Shorton avoids it well and moves away.
Shorton paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nikil Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shorton lands a head shot.#CL2#
Shorton fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nikil Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
A short right from Shorton.
Shorton throws a punch but it's blocked by Nikil Jr.
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!
Shorton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nikil Jrs head.
Shorton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Shorton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shorton misses with some punches.
#T2#
Shorton digs a right hand into Nikil Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nikil Jr's gas tank. #TD#
Nikil Jr has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Shorton regains guard immediately.
Nikil Jr is breathing heavily.
Shorton wants to get back to his feet but Nikil Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Shorton has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Nikil Jr has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Shorton has a couple of punches blocked by Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Shorton is defending well.
Nikil Jr tries for a takedown but Shorton manages to get underhooks.
Shorton scores with a nice hook to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shorton. #BC2#
Shorton's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nikil Jr tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Shorton has managed to clinch.
Nikil Jr is looking for a takedown.
Nikil Jr is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Shorton pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nikil Jr trying to land knees to the body.
#T3#
Shorton is working Nikil Jr over against the cage.#BC2#
Shorton breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shorton throws an overhand right that lands on Nikil Jr's shoulder, as Nikil Jr tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Shorton fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nikil Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Shorton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Shorton.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shorton.
Shorton lands a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Shorton - that landed with a thud.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Shorton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shorton.#ROC2#
Nikil Jr is rocked!#BC2#
Shorton manages to break the clinch.
Oh Nikil Jr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shorton closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Nikil Jr out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bill Shorton!
A very excited looking Bill Shorton 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.
Kenrick Nikil Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
TAFC: Murphy v Shorton
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
McDonald drives through and clinches with Nikil Jr against the cage.
Nikil Jr lands a left hand.
Nikil Jr takes a shot to the head.
Nikil Jr wants a takedown.
#TD#
Nikil Jr lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nikil Jr is keen to just control but McDonald is a slippery customer.
McDonald is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McDonald keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonald wants to get back to full guard.
Nikil Jr controlling the action here.
Nikil Jr'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.
Nikil Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McDonald tries to roll over but Nikil Jr keeps him under control.#T1#
Nikil Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McDonald wants to get back to full guard.
McDonald is staying active underneath Nikil Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nikil Jr throwing shots but McDonald is blocking nicely.
McDonald 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.
McDonald tries to roll over but Nikil Jr keeps him under control.
Nikil Jr winds up and cracks McDonald with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McDonald is looking to control Nikil Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McDonald avoid being mounted?
Nikil Jr trying to control from half guard but McDonald is working away.
McDonald is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
McDonald is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McDonald keeps trying to improve his position.
McDonald makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McDonald.
McDonald looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nikil Jr is one step ahead there.
McDonald throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and McDonald has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nikil Jr has managed to get both his arms back between McDonald's legs - danger averted.
McDonald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nikil Jr won't allow McDonald to sweep him here. #T3#
McDonald has Nikil Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but McDonald keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Nikil Jr closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McDonald quickly recovers to half guard.
Nikil Jr is nestled in close to McDonald, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McDonald has hold of Nikil Jr's hands but Nikil Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
McDonald moves into full guard.
Nikil Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of McDonald's head.
McDonald manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nikil Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McDonald's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4##SUB#
Nikil Jr is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! McDonald has his hands clasped together but Nikil Jr extends and breaks McDonald's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Nikil Jr.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Jim Bob McDonald had this to say: 'A country boy can survive'.
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Event:
SyFi 132
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Popov has closed the distance and engaged Nikil Jr in a clinch.
Nikil Jr is trying to drag Popov to the mat but Popov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Popov lands with a light punch inside.
Popov misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Popov.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Nikil Jr has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Popov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nikil Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Popov backwards.
Popov struggles to land a body shot inside as Nikil Jr controls his hands.
Our sources have told us that Popov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Popov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Popov stops a takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
#TD2#
Nikil Jr jumps guard.
#SUB2#
Nikil Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Popov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Nikil Jr manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Nikil Jr stops Popov from standing up. #T1#
Popov 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.
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but Popov keeps moving.
Popov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nikil Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Popov's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nikil Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nikil Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nikil Jr controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nikil Jr stops Popov from standing up.
Nikil Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Popov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nikil Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Popov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nikil Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Nikil Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nikil Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Maxim Popov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.#CL#
Popov takes the fight into the clinch. #T3#
Popov is working Nikil Jr over against the cage.
Nice body punch from Popov - that landed with a thud.
Popov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Popov works on Nikil Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Nikil Jr looks winded!
A short left from Popov.
Popov scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Nikil Jr blocks a body shot from Popov.
Popov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Popov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Popov misses with the head strike.
Popov pushes Nikil Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nikil Jr blocks a body shot from Popov.
Popov lands a nice uppercut.
Popov stops a takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
A shot in the inside from Popov.
Popov tries to work over Nikil Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nikil Jr drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Popov scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
Popov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nikil Jr drops down looking for an ankle pick but Popov pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Popov rushes Nikil Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Popov lands a nice shot to the body.
Popov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nikil Jr blocks an uppercut.
Popov lands a right hand.
Popov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Nikil Jr tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Popov.
A short right from Popov.
Nikil Jr blocking some punches.
Nikil Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Popov throws a head punch that misses.
Popov gets through Nikil Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Popov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nikil Jr tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Popov swivels and escapes.
Nikil Jr misses with a straight right. #CL#
Popov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nikil Jr prevents a body shot from Popov.
Nikil Jr has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Popov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Popov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nikil Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nikil Jr blocks an uppercut.
Popov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
Maxim Popov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Popov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD2#
Nikil Jr manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popov is looking to work some ground and pound but Nikil Jr has wrist control.
Popov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Nikil Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nikil Jr striking off his back. #T1#
Popov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nikil Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Popov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Popov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nikil Jr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Popov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Popov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nikil Jr can do to turn this around?
Nikil Jr keeping full guard, as Popov tries to pass.
Popov trying to control the position from guard on top but Nikil Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Popov wants to stand but Nikil Jr has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Popov looking to sit in guard and control but Nikil Jr gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nikil Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nikil Jr stands and throws Popov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Popov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nikil Jr on the ground.
Popov taking a bit of punishment here - Nikil Jr scoring with strikes.
Popov tries to escape but Nikil Jr is in control.
Nikil Jr wants to control but Popov is keeping him busy.
Popov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nikil Jr asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Nikil Jr lands some shots froms side control.
Nikil Jr landing strikes.
Kenrick Nikil Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.
Popov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Popov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nikil Jr lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Popov down.
Nikil Jr lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Popov wants to get back to his feet but Nikil Jr drags him back down.#T4#
Nikil Jr staying calm.
Nikil Jr misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ground and pound from Nikil Jr seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #ES#
Popov sneaks out the side door and pushes Nikil Jr away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL#
Popov has Nikil Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Popov misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nikil Jr has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Popov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nikil Jr tries to pull guard but Popov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Popov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nikil Jrs head.
Nikil Jr is trying to pull guard but Popov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kenrick Nikil Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Popov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Popov forces Nikil Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Nice body punch from Popov - that landed with a thud.
Popov is pressed up against the cage. Nikil Jr has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Popov down to the mat. Popov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Popov takes the fight into the clinch.
Nikil Jr jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Popov walks away with a smile on his face. Nikil Jr gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Popov clinches.
Popov stops a takedown attempt from Nikil Jr.
Maxim Popov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Popov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nikil Jr is trying to drag Popov to the mat but Popov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Popov swings wildly with an uppercut but Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nikil Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Popov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Popov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nikil Jr fails to pull guard.
Popov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
A short right from Popov.
Popov lands a body punch.
A right hand to the body from Popov.
A short body shot lands from Popov as the two fighters clinch.
Popov struggles to land a body shot inside as Nikil Jr controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Popov.
Popov lands a left hand.
Popov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Popov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nikil Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Popov.
Popov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Maxim Popov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Popov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nikil Jr backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Popov lands a nice uppercut.
Popov swings wildly with an uppercut but Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Popov lands a body shot.
Popov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Popov.
A right hook to the body lands for Popov.
Popov scores with a shot to the side of Nikil Jr's head.
Popov gets through Nikil Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Popov misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Popov.
#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Popov lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Nikil Jr to his knees! Popov keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maxim Popov!
Maxim Popov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Kenrick Nikil Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
SyFi 125
Date: Nov 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Smashterov throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Nikil Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Smashterov fights it but they end up in guard.
Nikil Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nikil Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#
It looks like Zangief Smashterov has been cut.
Smashterov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nikil Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
Smashterov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nikil Jr on the ground.
Smashterov wants to stand up but Nikil Jr is controlling him.
Smashterov looking for a sweep. Not yet Smashterov, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr being controlled here momentarily.
Smashterov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Nikil Jr dives into side control.
Nikil Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#CUT2#
Zangief Smashterov's cut is getting worse.#T1#
Smashterov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nikil Jr connects with a decent elbow. #CUT2#
Zangief Smashterov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Zangief Smashterov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
A less than humble Kenrick Nikil Jr misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated Zangief Smashterov had this to say: 'Bwahahaha I will see you again unfortunately for you.'.
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Event:
SyFi 116
Date: Oct 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Savage lands with an overhand left.
Nikil Jr ducks under a wild hook from Savage.
Nikil Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Savage scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nikil Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Savage.
Nikil Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Savage is quick to defend against it.
Savage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Nikil Jr counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Nikil Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Savage really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nikil Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nikil Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
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. Nikil Jr connects with a nice short shot to Savage's temple.
Savage 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.
Nikil Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nikil Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Savage is retaining full guard.
Nikil Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Nikil Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Savage working a defensive guard but Nikil Jr passes into half guard.
Nikil Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Savage can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nikil Jr slips a nice elbow through Savage's hands, connecting with Savage's forehead.
Nikil Jr is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nikil Jr passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Savage!
Nikil Jr lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC#
Savage is rocked!
Savage is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Savage is looking to get to half guard.
Savage tries to hold on but Nikil Jr postures up.
Nikil Jr landing strikes, looking to finish! #T2#
Nikil Jr cracks Savage with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
After the fight, Kenrick Nikil Jr 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.
Randy Savage spoke after the fight, saying 'Hulk you coward I know you paid the judges off because your threatened by my grestness.....you can't stop me!!'.
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Event:
SyFi 105
Date: Sep 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr tries for a takedown but Montgomery circles away easily
and Montgomery counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Montgomery throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nikil Jr with the counter takedown but Montgomery avoids it easily.
Montgomery lands a jab to the nose.
Nikil Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Montgomery.
Montgomery stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Montgomery wants it to stay on the feet.
Montgomery misses with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Montgomery throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montgomery fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nikil Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Nikil Jr closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Montgomery quickly recovers to half guard.
Nikil Jr seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nikil Jr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Nikil Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Montgomery defending well though.
Nikil Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Montgomery's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nikil Jr performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Montgomery knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nikil Jr on the ground.
Nikil Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Montgomery blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Montgomery keeps working.
Montgomery 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.
Nikil Jr is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Montgomery blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nikil Jr.
Montgomery is staying active underneath Nikil Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nikil Jr throwing shots but Montgomery is blocking nicely.
Nikil Jr works his way into side control.
Nikil Jr throws a strike aimed at the side of Montgomery's head but Montgomery avoids it well.
Nikil Jr lands a few punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Nikil Jr seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Nikil Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nikil Jr throwing strikes but Montgomery manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Nikil Jr is looking for a sweep.
Nikil Jr is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Nikil Jr keeps trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Nikil Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nikil Jr tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Nikil Jr tries to hold on but Montgomery postures up.
Nikil Jr is looking to improve his position but Montgomery isn't that keen on the idea.
Nikil Jr regains half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Montgomery stalling away here and it's allowed Nikil Jr to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kenrick Nikil Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Montgomery throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nikil Jr fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A quick step to the side and Montgomery tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Montgomery throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Montgomery lands with an uppercut that bounces Nikil Jr off the cage and back into range.#CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.
DeAngelo Montgomery seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Montgomery.
Montgomery throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Montgomery. Beautiful body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Nikil Jr throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Montgomery was covering up waiting for the punch and Nikil Jr finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nikil Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Nikil Jr wants to control from the top but Montgomery keeps moving.
Nikil Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nikil Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Montgomery is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Montgomery preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nikil Jr postures up.
Montgomery utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Montgomery fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nikil Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Montgomery just misses with a punch to the body.
Nikil Jr with a lazy takedown attempt
and Montgomery connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nikil Jr misses with an uppercut
and Montgomery counters with a right hand to the body.
Nikil Jr takes a swing at Montgomery's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Montgomery misses.
Nikil Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Montgomery defends it well.
DeAngelo Montgomery is winning the standup battle so far.
Montgomery lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A big right from Montgomery misses.
Nikil Jr feints the counter takedown.
Nikil Jr shoots in for a takedown but Montgomery shows good takedown defense.
DeAngelo Montgomery has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kenrick Nikil Jr.
Good shot there by Montgomery.
Montgomery is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Montgomery misses with a body shot.
Nikil Jr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nikil Jr fails with the takedown.
Montgomery tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nikil Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Montgomery.
Montgomery misses with a hook. Nikil Jr ducked under it nicely.
Nikil Jr with the counter takedown but Montgomery avoids it easily.
Montgomery attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nikil Jr shoots in for a double leg but Montgomery sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Montgomery is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Montgomery throws a right hand that Nikil Jr ducks under and follows up with a left that Nikil Jr also avoids with ease.
Montgomery is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nikil Jr. #T4#
Nikil Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Montgomery manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Montgomery tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nikil Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Montgomery.
Montgomery connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nikil Jr's hands.
Montgomery throws out a loose jab but Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nikil Jr with the counter takedown but Montgomery avoids it easily.
Nikil Jr ducks under a wild hook from Montgomery.
Nikil Jr looks for a takedown but Montgomery sprawls well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nikil Jr shoots and misses
and Montgomery counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Montgomery throws a big shot that misses.
Montgomery is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2#
Montgomery tries to sprawl but Nikil Jr drives through with a takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
DeAngelo Montgomery dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kenrick Nikil Jr's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Montgomery getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Montgomery ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nikil Jr moves away.
Nikil Jr feints the counter takedown.
Montgomery lands a really nice looking cross but Nikil Jr seems unphased.
Montgomery digs a good hook to Nikil Jr's body.
Nikil Jr shoots and misses
and Montgomery counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Montgomery paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Montgomery buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nikil Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Nikil Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nikil Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Montgomery cracks Nikil Jr with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Nikil Jr falls to his knees and Montgomery doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DeAngelo Montgomery!
DeAngelo Montgomery seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Kenrick Nikil Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
SyFi 96
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Messer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nikil Jr tries to counter by clinching up but Messer breaks away and moves out of range.
Messer 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.
Nikil Jr misses with a takedown
and Messer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nikil Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Messer is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nikil Jr with a body shot.
Nikil Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kenrick Nikil Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Messer misses with an uppercut.
Jeff Messer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Messer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nikil Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Messer darts in and clinches Nikil Jr up against the cage.#TD#
Nikil Jr jumps guard and drags Messer to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Messer trying to control the position from guard on top but Nikil Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Messer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nikil Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Nikil Jr 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! Messer rolls with it to try and escape but Nikil Jr cranks on the arm and Messer is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Jeff Messer spoke after the fight, saying 'Back to the under brush for me to train...'.
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Event:
Torcida 45 -
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Foot needs to keep his hands up - Nikil Jr had a free shot at his head there.#CUT2#
It looks like Chief Foot has been cut.#CL2#
Foot tries to keep at a distance but Nikil Jr has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Nikil Jr decides to pull guard.
Foot would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Foot looking to sit in guard and control but Nikil Jr gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nikil Jr throwing strikes but missing.
Nikil Jr landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikil Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nikil Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Foot knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nikil Jr on the ground.
Nikil Jr distracts Foot with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#CUT2#
Chief Foot's cut is getting worse.
Nikil Jr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#
Jeez, Chief Foot's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Chief Foot's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
After the big win, Kenrick Nikil Jr made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Torcida 40 - Greene Vs Dormier
Date: Jun 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Smashterov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Smashterov throws a head kick but Nikil Jr moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nikil Jr. Smashterov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nikil Jr cracks Smashterov with a good jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Zangief Smashterov has been cut.
Nikil Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Smashterov tries to sprawl out of it but Nikil Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smashterov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smashterov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nikil Jr. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smashterov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice jab there from Smashterov. #CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.#TD2#
Nikil Jr closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Nikil Jr has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Smashterov defend it? Nikil Jr steps over the head and cranks it - Smashterov is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Nikil Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr gave a mention to Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated Zangief Smashterov had this to say: 'Bwahahaha I will see you again unfortunately for you.'.
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Event:
Torcida 35-Payne Vs Akhmedov 2
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr throws a body punch but Knochmal moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Knochmal misses.
Knochmal scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nikil Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knochmal.
A counter left hand to the body from Nikil Jr misses its target.
Nikil Jr moves forwards but Knochmal connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Knochmal listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Knochmal takes a swing at Nikil Jr's ribcage but misses.
Knochmal lands a jab to the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nikil Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Knochmal scores with a shot to the body.
A jab from Knochmal misses.
The crowd cheers as Knochmal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nikil Jr doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.
Knochmal lands a nice hook to Nikil Jr's body. Nikil Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD2#
Knochmal lands a big right hand that sends Nikil Jr crashing to the mat! Knochmal stays standing though and waves Nikil Jr back to his feet!#T1#
Nikil Jr tries to clinch up but Knochmal circles away and keeps his distance.
Knochmal looks to land a right hand but Nikil Jr moved out of range.
Nikil Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Knochmal sprawls and moves away.
Knochmal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knochmal cracks Nikil Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Harald Knochmal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knochmal keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#ROC2#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Knochmal has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
BAM! Knochmal delivers a spinning backfist that drops Nikil Jr like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Harald Knochmal!
An out of breath Harald Knochmal thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Kenrick Nikil Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
EFA 57 Correira vs Randleman
Date: Apr 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Nikil Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gigantus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gigantus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gigantus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nikil Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Gigantus scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Gigantus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Gigantus scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Nikil Jr.
Nikil Jr closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Gigantus counter with a right hand.
Gigantus lands a nice shot that snaps Nikil Jr's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nikil Jr looks to throw the jab but Gigantus is out of range.
Gigantus scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nikil Jr doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Gigantus clinches. #T1#
Nikil Jr is trying to drag Gigantus to the mat but Gigantus just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Gigantus breaks the clinch.
Gigantus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Gigantus connects with a jab.
Gigantus scores with a hook to the body. Nikil Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice cross by Gigantus.
Nikil Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Nikil Jr looks to move away, Gigantus throws a big counter combo but Nikil Jr just gets out of the way.
Gigantus digs a good body shot into Nikil Jr's ribs.
Nikil Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gigantus lands with a nice body punch.
Galactor Gigantus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gigantus scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Gigantus catches Nikil Jr right on the button with a cross.#T2#
Gigantus uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nikil Jr wants to clinch but Gigantus slips to the side
and Gigantus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nikil Jr misses with a shot to the body
enabling Gigantus to counter with a crisp jab.
Nikil Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gigantus sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nikil Jr somewhat.
Nikil Jr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gigantus is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nikil Jr misses with a left hand
and Gigantus counters with a straight right hand.
Gigantus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gigantus sizes up Nikil Jr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Gigantus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gigantus jabs Nikil Jr right on the nose. Nikil Jr blinks but takes it well.
Nikil Jr moves forwards but Gigantus connects with a nice, crisp jab.#ROC#
Nikil Jr is rocked!
Nikil Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Gigantus counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Nikil Jr out cold! What a finish! Gigantus is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Galactor Gigantus!
Galactor Gigantus retains his super heavyweight title!
Galactor Gigantus looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'BROCK LESNAR you never deserved this title shot so I had to punish your weak ass for paying your way to the top.IM THE KING WHO'S NEXT??!!!'.
Kenrick Nikil Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'I will return. I will overcome this loss. A true warrior learns from his failures as much as from his successes.'.
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Event:
EFA 43 Lancaster vs Murdock
Date: Mar 28, 2018 |
#R1#
A big left from Figg misses.
Figg ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice sprawl there from Figg as Nikil Jr shoots in.#CL#
Nikil Jr closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Figg drags the fight down to the ground.
Figg throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Figg is trying to control the position but Nikil Jr postures up.
Figg wants to sweep here but Nikil Jr controlling him for the moment.
Figg is looking to sweep but instead, Nikil Jr has passed into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Figg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Figg keeping hold of Nikil Jr's head, controlling as best he can.
Figg wants to control but Nikil Jr 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.#T1#
Nikil Jr seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Figg wants to control but Nikil Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nice strikes from Nikil Jr there.
Nikil Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Figg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nikil Jr is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Figg is trying to control but can't.
Nikil Jr 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.
Nikil Jr is thwarting Figg's attempts to control the position.
Figg on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Figg wants to improve his position but Nikil Jr is controlling well.
#T2#
Nikil Jr controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Figg is out! Nikil Jr gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr 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:
EFA 34 Pavlov vs Harrington 2
Date: Mar 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Partner tries to clinch up but Nikil Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
And Nikil Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Partner pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Partner throws a one two combo.
#CUT#
It looks like Kenrick Nikil Jr has been cut.#CL2#
Nikil Jr clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Nikil Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Nikil Jr fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Partner to the ground. Nikil Jr is now in Partner's guard.
Nikil Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Partner's head.
Nikil Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Nikil Jr scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#ROC2#
Partner is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Partner being controlled here, momentarily.
Oh Partner is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
It looks like Nikil Jr 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.
Partner has momentary wrist control but Nikil Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
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!
Partner being controlled here, momentarily.
Nikil Jr arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Partner'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 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kenrick Nikil Jr!
Kenrick Nikil Jr very nearly forgot to thank Evil Empire Nutrition - 160Q $150 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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