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Event:
RFLFN-9
Date: Jan 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Graves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Graves lands a slapping body shot.
Spong tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Graves swivels and escapes.
Spong takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Graves misses the shot to the body.
Spong has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Graves is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Graves thuds a left hand into Spong's body.
Graves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Spong shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Graves jabs Spong to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Graves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Spong looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Graves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Spong takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Graves scores with a shot to the body.
Tyronne Spong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Graves jabs Spong to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Graves comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Graves jabs at Spong's body.
Graves throws a body shot but no joy.
Spong is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Spong gets a double leg takedown into Graves's guard.#SUB#
Graves has his feet on Spong's thighs here. He's pushed Spong off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Spong screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ernest Graves!
After winning the bout, Ernest Graves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Tyronne Spong spoke after the fight, saying 'ill be back ,just didnt get the trainning right thats were i lost it
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 18, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyronne Spong (ranked 2735 p4p, 304 weight class) and Luke Penn (ranked 3649 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Tyronne Spong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Luke Penn!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Nard Betker and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Spong looking to score a takedown here. Penn is defending well but Spong drives through and ends up in Penn's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Spong (2) vs (0) Penn
Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Spong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Penn is tightening it up a little... Spong has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Spong reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Spong taps out! Nice BJJ there by Penn!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Luke Penn!
The defeated Tyronne Spong had this to say: 'ill be back ,just didnt get the trainning right thats were i lost it
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Uzumaki Yahiko (ranked 6309 p4p, 393 weight class) and Tyronne Spong (ranked 2723 p4p, 300 weight class). Tyronne Spong is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Uzumaki Yahiko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Tyronne Spong!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Wagner Zegers and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Spong throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yahiko's waist but Yahiko gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spong off to one side.
Yahiko looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Spong is fending him off so far but Yahiko persists. Nope, Spong circles away and we're back to standing.
Spong has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spong successfully pulls guard.
Yahiko trying to control but Spong is working from the bottom.
Spong wants to sweep here but Yahiko controlling him for the moment.
Yahiko trying to control but Spong is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong has his foot on Yahiko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yahiko works his way back into a safe position though.
Spong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yahiko preventing the sweep.
Yahiko knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Spong on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yahiko is stalling in the full guard.
Spong looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Yahiko passes into half guard.
Yahiko with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Yahiko wants to control but Spong is keeping him busy.
Yahiko looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yahiko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spong does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Spong is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Yahiko is tapping! Great win for Spong!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tyronne Spong!
In his post fight interview, Tyronne Spong started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D3): Sydney Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyronne Spong (ranked 2638 p4p, 285 weight class) and Anthony Shiina (ranked 6267 p4p, 0 weight class). Shiina has chosen Gurren Lagaan OST - To Hell with Gattai!! as his entrance music. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Anthony Shiina enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Tyronne Spong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Anthony Shiina!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Ron Honeybunn and John Mangel.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Spong shoots in and gets a takedown into Shiina's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Spong (2) vs (0) Shiina
Spong advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Spong (5) vs (0) Shiina
Spong is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shiina knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Spong is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shiina has escaped the position, nice work there.
Spong is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Shiina is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Shiina is looking to regain half guard here but Spong keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong working away.
Spong is looking to take a break and control but Shiina is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spong is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Shiina is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Spong tries for a kimura but Shiina is defending well.
Shiina tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Spong tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Spong has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Shiina regains half guard there - taking advantage of Spong's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spong is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shiina sees it coming and defends easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shiina looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Spong is keen to just control but Shiina is a slippery customer.
Spong tries to pass the half guard into mount. Shiina knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Spong is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shiina is just riding it out for now. Spong eventually gives up the hold.
Shiina gets back to full guard.
Shiina working a defensive guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spong 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.
Spong drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Spong jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Spong wants to control from the top but Shiina keeps moving.
Spong stands and throws Shiina's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Spong (8) vs (0) Shiina
Shiina is trying to get back to half guard.
Spong tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Spong tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spong is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shiina has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shiina tries to improve position but can't.
Shiina gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Shiina is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spong pulls his head out easily.
Shiina is not content to let Spong control the position.
Spong is working for a submission of some sort.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Shiina manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Shiina keeping moving, preventing Spong from controlling successfully.
Shiina looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Spong wants to control from the top but Shiina keeps moving.
Shiina looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Spong puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Spong trying to control the action but Shiina is working from the bottom.
Spong is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Shiina is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tyronne Spong!
Tyronne Spong bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D3): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Noshu Yamasato (ranked 3839 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tyronne Spong (ranked 2589 p4p, 280 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Noshu Yamasato! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tyronne Spong!
The judges for this bout are Summer Carpenter, Chris Dean and Donatello Bradman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Yamasato is trying hard to land a takedown here. Spong sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Yamasato shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Spong pinned against the cage. Spong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Spong looks for a takedown but Yamasato sprawls well.
Yamasato shoots in looking for a takedown. Spong tries to sprawl out of it but Yamasato keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Spong manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Noshu Yamasato. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yamasato darts in looking for a takedown but Spong gets double underhooks and turns Yamasato into the cage.
Yamasato looks for a takedown but Spong sprawls well.
Spong drives through with a takedown into Yamasato's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Yamasato (0) vs (2) Spong
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong drops back looking for a leg! Yamasato is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Yamasato manages to kick Spong off! Spong jumps back into Yamasato's guard.
Yamasato is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spong trying to control but Yamasato is working from the bottom.
Spong drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Yamasato manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Spong has Yamasato in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yamasato (2) vs (2) Spong
Spong throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Spong had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yamasato defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yamasato wants to pass the guard but Spong is keeping the position.
Yamasato drops back looking for a leg! Spong is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Spong manages to kick Yamasato off! Yamasato jumps back into Spong's guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Spong has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yamasato can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Yamasato pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spong is keeping the position for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Yamasato lying in Spong's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Spong decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Yamasato taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyronne Spong!
After the fight, Tyronne Spong was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Spong dives in for a single leg takedown but Shafer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Shafer has closed the distance and engaged Spong in a clinch.
#TD2#
Shafer lands a takedown into guard.
Spong is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shafer trying to control the position from guard on top but Spong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shafer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shafer won't allow Spong to sweep him here.
Shafer looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Spong pulls Shafer in close to his closed guard and prevents Shafer from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Spong is trying to keep Shafer in close.
Shafer has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Spong is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Good leg kick by Shafer there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Shafer throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Spong counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Shafer tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Spong manages to move to mount!
#T2#
Shafer really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Shafer wants to hold on but Spong pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spong controlling the position easily from mount.
Spong looking to control but Shafer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Spong looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Shafer wants to control but Spong is having none of it.#T3#
Shafer is squirming around, avoiding Spong's attempts to control the action.
Spong throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Shafer wants to control but Spong is having none of it.
Spong controlling the position easily from mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Spong there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Spong moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Spong has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Shafer has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
We've been informed that Shafer has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Shafer wants to get back to his feet.
Spong tries to keep control of the position but Shafer is staying busy.#SUB#
Spong working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Spong working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Spong has got one arm under Shafer's chin. This could be trouble... Shafer trying to control the other hand but Spong gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Shafer has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tyronne Spong!
Tyronne Spong bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Bust up by the Beach
Date: Jun 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Spong slips a jab from Lorenzon.
Lorenzon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spong.
Geanluca Lorenzon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spong shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lorenzon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lorenzon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Island Safe Space in the buildup to the fight.
Spong doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lorenzon throws a body shot but no joy.
Spong shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lorenzon but Lorenzon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong slips under a jab from Lorenzon.
Spong ducks under a wild hook from Lorenzon.
Lorenzon lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Lorenzon misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Spong counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Spong. #ES#
Lorenzon is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Spong presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Lorenzon lands a shot to the body.
Spong drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lorenzon pulls his leg out and moves away.
Geanluca Lorenzon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyronne Spong.
Spong has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Lorenzon has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lorenzon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Spong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Spong can't get the takedown.
#T2#
Spong trying to control the position but instead, Lorenzon has worked for underhooks and has pushed Spong into the cage.
Lorenzon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spong backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spong wants a takedown.
Spong stalling in the clinch but Lorenzon improves position. #BC#
Lorenzon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spong avoids the body shot from Lorenzon.
Spong tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lorenzon defends well and Spong ends up having to push Lorenzon into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Spong walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lorenzon digs a good hook to Spong's body.
Spong takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lorenzon scores with a jab. Spong acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Lorenzon throws out a powerful jab.
Spong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spong changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Lorenzon misses.
Spong tries for a takedown but Lorenzon sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lorenzon throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Spong counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES#
Lorenzon has one foot on Spong's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Lorenzon just misses with a punch to the body.
Lorenzon misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from Lorenzon. #T4#
Lorenzon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spong moves away.
Lorenzon lands a head shot.
Spong doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Lorenzon counters by clinching up.
Lorenzon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Good body shot from Lorenzon.
#BC#
Lorenzon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lorenzon scores with a nice right hand.
#CL#
Lorenzon has closed the distance and engaged Spong in a clinch.
Spong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lorenzon just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lorenzon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geanluca Lorenzon dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Spong blocks a jab.
Spong looks for a takedown but Lorenzon sprawls well.
Lorenzon takes a swing at Spong's ribcage but misses.
Lorenzon lands the left hand.
Spong takes one on the button.
Lorenzon throws a hook but Spong avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong shoots in and drives through. Lorenzon sprawls well.
Lorenzon lands a really nice looking cross but Spong seems unphased.
Lorenzon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spong drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lorenzon defends it well.#T1##TD2#
Lorenzon gets caught flat footed, as Spong shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Lorenzon uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#CL#
Lorenzon rushes Spong and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Spong blocks a body shot from Lorenzon.
Lorenzon taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC#
Lorenzon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tyronne Spong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lorenzon scores with a shot to the body.
Lorenzon digs a good body shot into Spong's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice cross by Lorenzon.#TD2#
Spong drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Lorenzon pushes Spong off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T2#
Lorenzon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL#
Lorenzon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Spong, pushing him back against the cage.
Spong goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lorenzon prevents it.
Geanluca Lorenzon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyronne Spong.
Lorenzon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lorenzon lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Lorenzon.
Lorenzon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lorenzon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lorenzon lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Lorenzon lands with a right to the head.
Lorenzon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spong's elbow.
Lorenzon tries to throw a body punch but Spong avoids it by throwing Lorenzon back against the cage. #BC#
Lorenzon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spong fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lorenzon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lorenzon looks to score with a jab to the body but Spong is just out of range.
A jab from Lorenzon finds it's way through Spong's defenses.
Spong fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Jab from Lorenzon.
Geanluca Lorenzon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spong with a poor takedown
and Lorenzon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lorenzon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lorenzon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lorenzon sizes up Spong with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lorenzon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC#
Spong is rocked!
Spong walks into a stiff left hand from Lorenzon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geanluca Lorenzon dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Lorenzon takes a swing at Spong's ribcage but misses.
Spong darts in looking for a takedown but Lorenzon gets double underhooks and turns Spong into the cage.
Spong shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lorenzon but Lorenzon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lorenzon misses with a hook.
Lorenzon paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lorenzon paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lorenzon scores with a decent looking hook.
A shot to the liver by Lorenzon. Beautiful body shot.
Lorenzon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spong manages to avoid it.#T1#
Spong takes one to the side of the head.
Spong has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lorenzon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spong.
Lorenzon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spong can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheers as Lorenzon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Spong doesn't seem phased though.
Spong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lorenzon.
Spong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Spong shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Geanluca Lorenzon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyronne Spong.
Lorenzon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Spong on the side of the head.
Lorenzon looks to score with a jab to the body but Spong is just out of range.
Spong fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lorenzon throwing a counter right hand but Spong manages to avoid it.#T2#
Lorenzon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lorenzon just misses with a punch to the body.
Spong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lorenzon.
Spong is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lorenzon punishes Spong's body with a nice straight punch.
Spong shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lorenzon as he jumps to the side.
Lorenzon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Spong shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lorenzon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lorenzon.
Spong on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Spong takes one to the side of the head.
Spong fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
A left lands for Lorenzon.
Spong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lorenzon.
Geanluca Lorenzon is winning the standup battle so far.
Lorenzon misses with an uppercut. Spong saw that one coming.
Spong goes for a double leg but Lorenzon avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lorenzon continues to drive forward.
Lorenzon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lorenzon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lorenzon misses with an uppercut. Spong saw that one coming.
Spong wants to counter with a clinch but Lorenzon pushes him away.
Tyronne Spong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Geanluca Lorenzon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lorenzon scores with a hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Geanluca Lorenzon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lorenzon has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:26
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:26
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geanluca Lorenzon!
Tyronne Spong was interviewed post fight and said 'ill be back ,just didnt get the trainning right thats were i lost it
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Event:
Bulldogs at the Beach
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Spong has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Armani counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Armani is trying to work for a kimura but Spong is defending well.
Spong wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Armani is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Spong defends it well.
Armani wants to free his trapped foot but Spong is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Armani frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1#
Armani content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Armani swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Spong is now in Armani's guard. A big mistake from Armani there, giving up the dominant position!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spong wants to control from the top but Armani keeps moving.
Armani keeping full guard, as Spong tries to pass.
Armani is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Armani working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Spong has passed into half guard!
Armani tries to get to full guard but Spong has control of the leg.
Armani is working hard here to advance position.
My spies in ELITE Island Gym - 19 Elite Coaches inform me that Spong has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Spong tries to pass the half guard into mount. Armani knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Armani controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Armani is trying to control but can't.
Armani tries to get to full guard but Spong has control of the leg.
Spong trying to control from half guard but Armani is working away.
Armani makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Armani.
Spong trying to control the position from guard on top but Armani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Spong drops back looking for a leg! Armani is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Armani manages to kick Spong off! Spong jumps back into Armani's guard.
Spong wants to control from the top but Armani keeps moving.
Armani controlling Spong's posture.
Spong sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Armani's guard.
Spong thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Armani's head. #SUB2#
Spong is working for a kimura but Armani is defending it quite comfortably.
Spong perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Spong is trying to work for a kimura but Armani is defending well.
Armani is looking to improve his position.
Armani keeping control of the position.
Spong wants to lay and pray for a moment but Armani keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Spong is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Armani is looking for a sweep. Spong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tyronne Spong will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Spong manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Armani on his heels. He'll look to pass Armani's guard now, I'm sure.
Armani controls Spong momentarily but Spong frees himself.
Armani keeping moving, preventing Spong from controlling successfully.
Spong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Armani is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Spong tries to free his leg and advance position but Armani is retaining full guard.
Armani looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Armani isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Spong stacks Armani on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Spong!
Spong working away.
Armani is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Spong is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1#
Armani tries to bench press Spong off him but Spong keeps the position.
Armani can't do much from the bottom here.
Armani is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Armani is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Spong is trying to get an arm triangle but Armani is defending well.
Armani manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Spong wants to improve his position but Armani is controlling well.
Armani is pressing down on Spong's thigh, looking to free his foot. Spong is holding on for now. #SUB#
Armani is trying to work for a kimura but Spong is defending well.
#T2#
Armani works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Armani goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Spong is on top in guard.
Armani keeping moving, preventing Spong from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Armani is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Spong is aware though and is defending well.
Spong trying to control but Armani is working from the bottom. #T3#
Armani is trying to control the position but Spong postures up.
Armani looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Spong working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Spong trying to control the position from guard on top but Armani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Armani bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Spong's guard. #REVR#
Spong is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Spong avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Armani wants to pass the guard but Spong is keeping the position.#T4##SUB#
Armani drops back, looking for a kneebar! Spong looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Spong looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Spong! #REVB#
Spong working away.
Spong sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Armani is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Spong working away.
Armani is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Spong off and has taken his back!
Spong is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Armani is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Spong defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Tyronne Spong has got the better of the ground game so far.
Armani gets his hands free as Spong looks to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spong tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Tyronne Spong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3##TD#
Armani is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Spong's half guard.#SUB#
Armani is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Spong is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Armani pulls his head out easily.
Spong won't allow Armani to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armani thows a huge punch but Spong dodges it nicely.
Armani is just content to waste time from the top position. Spong takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Spong bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Armani's guard. #REVB##T1#
Spong pushes down on Armani's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Armani wants to control but Spong is keeping busy.
Spong is trying to control. Armani wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Spong prevents Armani from improving his position.
Spong is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Spong looking to secure an arm triangle but Armani defends it well.
Armani holds on to Spong around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.#T2#
Spong looking to control but Armani is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Armani sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Armani is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Spong's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Spong's back!
Armani somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Spong is in bad spot here.
Armani struggling to land strikes to the head as Spong covers up.
Spong just trying to survive but Armani is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3##SUB#
Armani has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Spong rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Armani wants to free his trapped foot but Spong is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Spong trying to control but Armani postures up.
Armani trying to control from half guard but Spong is working away.
Spong is trying to get back to full guard.
Spong manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Armani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Spong works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Armani stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Spong working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Armani postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Spong is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Armani, into his guard. #REVB#
Armani not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Giorgio Armani did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4##TD#
Armani closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Spong quickly recovers to half guard.
Armani throwing shots but Spong is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Armani is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Spong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Armani.
Spong is not content to let Armani control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong trying to control but Armani postures up.
#SUB#
Armani is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Spong is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Giorgio Armani!
Giorgio Armani retains his lightweight title!
Giorgio Armani decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Tyronne Spong had this to say: 'ill be back ,just didnt get the trainning right thats were i lost it
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Event:
Berzerkers on the Beach
Date: May 13, 2018 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Spong is defended easily by Bull.
Bull feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Bull scores with a takedown into Spong's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong is looking to stand up but Bull isn't so interested in that idea.
Bull lands a couple of digs.#T1##SUB#
Spong working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bull doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Spong is tightening it up a little... Bull has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Bull reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Bull taps out! Nice BJJ there by Spong!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tyronne Spong!
As Tyronne Spong got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: im taking over this island one fighter at a time'.
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Event:
Bravery on the Beach
Date: Apr 29, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Spong gets the takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Lenk's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lenk tries to bench press Spong off him but Spong keeps the position. #SUB#
Spong is working to tighten his grip on Lenk's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Lenk has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Spong is really squeezing tight and eventually Lenk passes out! Spong breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tyronne Spong!
In his post fight interview, Tyronne Spong gave a big smile as he said 'im taking over this island one fighter at a time'.
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Event:
Battle Royale at the Beach
Date: Apr 13, 2018 |
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spong.
A little feinted left hand from Kingstar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Kingstar gets caught napping as Spong dives in and scores a takedown. Kingstar manages to retain guard.
Spong looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kingstar has Spong pulled in close to control his posture.
Kingstar knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Spong on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kingstar is trying to control the position but Spong postures up.
Spong sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kingstar wants to stand up but Spong is controlling him.
We've been hearing good reports from Kingstar's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Kingstar keeping moving, preventing Spong from controlling successfully.
Spong slips nicely into half guard.
Spong is keen to just control but Kingstar is a slippery customer.
Kingstar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Spong is working away from the top position though.
Spong has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kingstar might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Kingstar tries to improve his position but Spong has taken his back! Spong has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Kingstar tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Spong pushes Kingstar away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tyronne Spong!
Post fight, Tyronne Spong stared into the camera and said 'im taking over this island one fighter at a time'.
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Event:
Beat down by the Beach
Date: Mar 30, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Spong closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Spong scoring with punches from side control.
Kawanabe is looking to reverse the position.
Kawanabe is not content to let Spong control the position.
Kawanabe takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kawanabe struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Spong thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Kawanabe's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Spong is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kawanabe knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kawanabe trying to remain calm as Spong controls from the top position.#T1#
Kawanabe holds on to Spong's head and controls the position momentarily.
Spong is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kawanabe's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kawanabe is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spong working the body and head with strikes.
Kawanabe struggling a bit here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Spong is looking to take a break and control but Kawanabe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Spong wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kawanabe, who protects the arm well.
Spong looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kawanabe is avoiding damage well.
Kawanabe wants to control but Spong postures up.
Spong in side control, throwing shots but Kawanabe defends.
Kawanabe tries to bench press Spong off him but Spong keeps the position. #SUB#
Spong is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kawanabe has escaped the position, nice work there.
Spong wants to control but Kawanabe is keeping him busy. #T3#
Spong working the ground and pound but Kawanabe is defending the strikes.
Kawanabe is not content to let Spong control the position.
Kawanabe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kawanabe is trying to control Spong's posture but Spong avoids it.
Kawanabe is trying to improve his position.
Kawanabe is not content to let Spong control the position. #SUB#
Spong working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kawanabe is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Spong's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kawanabe is trying to control but can't.
Spong is looking to take a break and control but Kawanabe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spong frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kawanabe is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Spong looking to secure an arm triangle but Kawanabe defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyronne Spong dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kawanabe punishes Spong's body with a nice straight punch.
Kawanabe misses with a body shot.
Spong closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kawanabe circles away.
Kawanabe 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.
Spong gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kawanabe counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Spong thinking.
Spong fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Spong looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tyronne Spong. 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.
Spong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kawanabe sprawls well. Kawanabe wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spong gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Spong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kawanabe sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spong somewhat.
Kawanabe scores with a shot to the body.
No luck for Spong with that takedown attempt.
Hiroshi Kawanabe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kawanabe scores with a jab to the head.
Spong shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kawanabe defends it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Kawanabe's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Kawanabe connects with a jab.
Kawanabe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Spong misses with a takedown attempt
and Kawanabe counters with a straight right hand.
Kawanabe thuds his right hand into Spong's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Spong takes one to the chin there.
Spong misses with a takedown attempt - Kawanabe sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A little jabbing left from Kawanabe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
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!
Spong looks for a takedown but Kawanabe sprawls well.
Kawanabe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Spong with a body shot.#T3#
Nice takedown defense from Kawanabe. No joy for Spong on that attempt.
Kawanabe lands a jab to the nose.
Spong gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Kawanabe counter with a right hand.
Kawanabe connects with a right hand. Spong shakes it off.
Kawanabe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spong manages to avoid it.
Kawanabe has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Spong is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kawanabe stuffs the takedown attempt from Spong. Spong gets slowly back to his feet.
Spong closes the distance and clinches up with Kawanabe, looking for a takedown. Spong pushes Kawanabe against the cage but Kawanabe circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kawanabe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Spong fails with a takedown attempt.
Tyronne Spong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spong.
Spong is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kawanabe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Spong closes the distance and clinches up with Kawanabe, looking for a takedown. Spong pushes Kawanabe against the cage but Kawanabe circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kawanabe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kawanabe lunges at Spong with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Spong's hand.
Kawanabe fails to land with a series of punches.
Kawanabe misses with a two punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No luck for Spong with that takedown attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Kawanabe as he connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hiroshi Kawanabe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Spong shoots in but no luck this time.
Kawanabe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Spong doesn't seem bothered though.
Spong takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kawanabe.
Spong misses with a takedown attempt
and Spong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kawanabe sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spong somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tyronne Spong. 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.#TD#
Spong changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kawanabe looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Spong tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Kawanabe gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Spong is looking to advance position but Kawanabe won't allow it.
Spong controlling the action here.
Kawanabe is controlling Spong's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kawanabe trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kawanabe is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Spong is staying active.
Kawanabe controlling the position for now.
Spong wants to take a breather but Kawanabe is having none of it.
Spong looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Spong is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kawanabe sees it coming and defends easily.
Spong wants to take a breather but Kawanabe is having none of it. #SUB#
Spong is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kawanabe has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kawanabe won't allow Spong to pass to mount. #T3#
Kawanabe wants to control but Spong is keeping busy.
Spong missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kawanabe is looking to improve his position.
Kawanabe is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kawanabe connects with a jab.
Spong looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kawanabe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spong.
Kawanabe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Spong on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kawanabe scores with the left hand. Spong knows he should have avoided that one.
Spong dives in for a single leg takedown but Kawanabe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kawanabe connects with a body shot that sends Spong's belly button to the back.
Spong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kawanabe sprawls well. Kawanabe wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spong gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Kawanabe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Spong misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kawanabe lands a nice looking body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hiroshi Kawanabe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kawanabe has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 27:29
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:29
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hiroshi Kawanabe!
Tyronne Spong spoke after the fight, saying 'ill be back ,just didnt get the trainning right thats were i lost it
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Event:
Brutality on the Beach
Date: Mar 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Trujilo feints and then cracks Spong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Spong down.
Trujilo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Spong counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Trujilo wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Spong is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Spong controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Spong is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Trujilo has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Trujilo wants to get back to full guard.
Trujilo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Spong. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Trujilo makes his way to full guard, as Spong worked for a kimura.
Spong sitting in guard here, content to control.
Trujilo wants to get back to his feet but Spong is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Spong stopping the sweep attempt from Trujilo.
Spong wants to control from the top but Trujilo keeps moving.
Trujilo seems keen to control Spong's posture.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Spong is looking to work some ground and pound but Trujilo has wrist control.
Spong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trujilo is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Spong postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Trujilo is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Spong, into his guard. #REVB#
Spong is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at ELITE Island Gym - 19 Elite Coaches - $300/Week that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Trujilo won't allow Spong to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Trujilo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Spong has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trujilo has managed to get both his arms back between Spong's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Spong is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Spong has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Trujilo is stalling in the full guard.
Spong looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Spong is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Spong trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Trujilo wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Spong's closed guard. He's half up but Spong has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Spong pivots and extends the arm, Trujilo falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Spong! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyronne Spong!
Post fight, Tyronne Spong took to the microphone: 'im taking over this island one fighter at a time'.
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Event:
Bud on the Beach
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Spong darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hackleton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hackleton looking for submissions off his back.
Spong is trying to control. Hackleton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hackleton wants to improve his position but Spong is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spong content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hackleton is not content to let Spong control the position.#T1#
Hackleton trying to control from the bottom.
Spong stalling away here and it's allowed Hackleton to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Hackleton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Spong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Spong manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spong looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Spong drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hackleton manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Spong has Hackleton in his guard.#REVR##T2#
Hackleton stopping the sweep attempt from Spong.
Hackleton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hackleton wants to control from the top but Spong keeps moving.
Hackleton looking to sit in guard and control but Spong gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Spong trying to control but Hackleton is working from the bottom.
Spong is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3##SUB#
Hackleton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Spong is aware though and is defending well.
Spong wants to control from the top but Hackleton keeps moving. #SUB#
Hackleton has an active guard here but Spong has managed to pass into half guard.
Hackleton controlling the position well.
Hackleton is not content to let Spong control the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Spong works his way into full mount!
Hackleton tries to hold on but Spong postures up.
Spong can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hackleton is looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Spong goes for an armbar but Hackleton turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Hackleton.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyronne Spong dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Hackleton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Spong sprawls well initially but Hackleton persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spong is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Hackleton wants to work for an arm triangle but Spong is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Spong wants to control but Hackleton is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hackleton is working for a kimura but Spong is defending it quite comfortably.
Hackleton content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Hackleton is trying to control. Spong wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hackleton not doing much here.
Hackleton wants to pass the guard but Spong is defending well.
Hackleton trying to control from half guard but Spong is working away.
Spong trying to hold on to Hackleton's head to control him but Hackleton postures up.
#SUB#
Hackleton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Frank Hackleton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Spong wants to control but Hackleton is keeping busy.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Spong changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hackleton tries to avoid it but Spong manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hackleton to the ground. Hackleton escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A jab from Hackleton does it's job there.
Spong closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hackleton circles away.
Spong shoots in for a takedown but Hackleton shows good takedown defense.
Hackleton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Frank Hackleton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyronne Spong.
Spong shoots for a takedown but Hackleton saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hackleton leaves Spong with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hackleton swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Spong shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hackleton as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Spong or perhaps it was just good defense by Hackleton, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Hackleton tries to sprawl but Spong drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hackleton tries to roll over but Spong keeps him under control.
Hackleton is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hackleton wants to control but Spong is keeping busy.
#T4#
Hackleton regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hackleton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Spong wants to control from the top but Hackleton keeps moving.
Hackleton 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Hackleton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hackleton looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Hackleton dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Spong tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hackleton swivels and escapes.
Hackleton is looking to counter punch.
Spong tries for a takedown but Hackleton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Spong shoots in and drives through. Hackleton sprawls well.
Frank Hackleton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyronne Spong.#TD#
Spong gets caught flat footed, as Hackleton shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hackleton preventing the sweep.
Spong working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Spong throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hackleton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Spong manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hackleton has Spong in his guard.#REVB#
Spong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Hackleton is trying to control the position but Spong postures up.
Hackleton looking for a sweep. Not yet Hackleton, not yet.
Spong stands and throws Hackleton's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hackleton tries to bench press Spong off him but Spong keeps the position. #SUB2#
Spong tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Spong has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Spong misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Spong is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Hackleton is trying to escape and Spong transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Hackleton is forced to tap! Nice work there by Spong! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyronne Spong!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 16, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Spong is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Conrey's half guard.
Spong slips a nice elbow through Conrey's hands, connecting with Conrey's forehead.
Spong is trying to control. Conrey wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Spong moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Conrey.
Conrey is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Spong has hold of Conrey's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Conrey seems comfortable defending it but Spong has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Conrey is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Conrey is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Spong couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tyronne Spong!
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