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Event:
GFY 47 - hoot owls f chickens
Date: May 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 27 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 26 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Nice sprawl there from The Flamingo as Loco shoots in.
The Flamingo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and The Flamingo wants it to stay on the feet.
The Flamingo wants to counter the offense by Loco and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
The Flamingo scores with a takedown into Loco's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) The Flamingo
The Flamingo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
The Flamingo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Flamingo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but The Flamingo defends easily.
The Flamingo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
The Flamingo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that The Flamingo 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.#T2#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from The Flamingo.
The Flamingo tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard.
The Flamingo 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.
It looks like The Flamingo might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
The Flamingo stands and throws Loco's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) The Flamingo#SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Loco knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The Flamingo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Loco stops The Flamingo from passing to mount. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Loco knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The Flamingo advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (0) vs (7) The Flamingo
The Flamingo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Loco working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
The Flamingo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
The Flamingo wants to finish this one by submission but Loco is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from The Flamingo.
The Flamingo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T6#
Yet more stalling tactics from The Flamingo.
Loco is trying to escape the mount.
Loco is breathing heavily.
The Flamingo moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (10) The Flamingo
Loco wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well.
The Flamingo slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7##SUB2#
Loco is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The Flamingo biding his time, controlling Loco.
The Flamingo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8##SUB2#
The Flamingo working for the choke.
A bit of a pause in the action here. The Flamingo controlling the positon.
More stalling from The Flamingo.
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.#T9##SUB2#
The Flamingo looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise The Flamingo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Loco defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Loco fending off the submission attempt from The Flamingo.
The Flamingo controls the position.#T10##SUB2#
Loco fending off the submission attempt from The Flamingo. #SUB2#
The Flamingo patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
The Flamingo is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Loco defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The Flamingo has good solid back control here.
The Flamingo is continuing to stall.#T11##SUB2#
Loco is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
The Flamingo patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The Flamingo controls the action.#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for the choke from the back. #T12##SUB2#
The Flamingo is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for the choke but no joy.
A bit of a pause in the action here. The Flamingo controlling the positon.#SUB2#
The Flamingo tightening his grip on Loco, looking for the choke. #T13#
The Flamingo controlling from the back.#T14##SUB2#
The Flamingo working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Loco trying to control the hands but The Flamingo breaks the grip. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Loco defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Loco defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The Flamingo has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Loco's body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
The Flamingo 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, Loco has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
And that's the end of the fight!
The Flamingo wins on points by 10 to 0.
An out of breath Domingo The Flamingo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GFY 46 - N 2 just ahead of me
Date: Apr 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 26 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 20 losses; Desi Kraag!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Kraag moves into range and clinches up with Loco.#TD2#
Kraag lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Kraag#SUB2#
Kraag seems to be looking for submissions.
Kraag tries to pass the half guard into mount. Loco knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kraag should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Loco is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kraag's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kraag's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Loco (4) vs (2) Kraag
Loco tries to get the hooks in deep but Kraag pushed the leg off.
Kraag rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Kraag is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Kraag is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kraag actively working from the bottom here.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Kraag is working away. #T1##SUB2#
Kraag looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Loco pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (7) vs (2) Kraag#SUB#
Loco looking for a guillotine from mount but Kraag is having none of it.
Kraag is trying to reverse the position but instead Loco has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Loco (10) vs (2) Kraag#SUB#
Kraag defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Loco is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Loco is breathing heavily.
Kraag trying to control but not successfully.
Loco keeps control of the position as Kraag tries to break free.
Kraag breaks Loco's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (10) vs (4) Kraag
Loco keeping moving, preventing Kraag from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kraag drops back, looking for a kneebar! Loco looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Loco looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Loco! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Loco (14) vs (4) Kraag#T2#
Kraag tries to improve position but can't.
Kraag trying his best to control but Loco has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (16) vs (4) Kraag
Loco avoids the attempt from Kraag to control.
Kraag is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Loco is staying active.
Kraag is working to get back to half guard.
Kraag wants to hold on but Loco pushes him away.
Kraag is desperately trying to improve his position but Loco has a good base and remains in mount.
Kraag wants to control but Loco is having none of it.#T3#
Kraag is trying to escape the mount.
Kraag wants to hold on but Loco pushes him away.
Kraag really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Loco avoids the attempt from Kraag to control.
Kraag is trying desperately to improve position.
Kraag wants to control but Loco is having none of it.
Kraag keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Kraag wants to control but Loco is having none of it.
Loco prevents Kraag from getting the reversal.
Kraag gets back to half guard.
Kraag has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Loco is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Kraag actively working from the bottom here.
Kraag is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Kraag actively working from the bottom here.
Kraag is trying to get back to full guard.#T5##SUB2#
Kraag looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kraag actively working from the bottom here.
Kraag is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Kraag looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Kraag looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kraag looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T6##SUB2#
Kraag looking for submissions off his back.
Kraag wants to sweep but Loco has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (19) vs (4) Kraag
Loco working away.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kraag keeps working. #T7#
Loco working away.
Kraag tries to improve position but can't.
Kraag sneaks back into half guard.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Kraag is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kraag controlling the position for now.
Kraag is looking to improve his position.
Kraag trying to control from the bottom.
#T8#
Loco is keen to just control but Kraag is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Kraag has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Loco. Oh but Kraag has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Loco goes limp - he's gone! Kraag jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Desi Kraag!
After winning the bout, Desi Kraag thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GFY 45 - we are selling jam
Date: Apr 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Baki Hanma! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 25 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Loco tries to keep at a distance but Hanma has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Hanma jumps into guard, dragging Loco to the mat.
Hanma is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hanma (2) vs (0) Loco
Hanma works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hanma (5) vs (0) Loco#SUB#
Hanma is trying to get an arm triangle but Loco is defending well. #SUB#
Hanma in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Loco is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Baki Hanma!
Baki Hanma retains his super heavyweight title!
After the fight, Baki Hanma 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:
GFY 44 - I got a big cock
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 15 losses; Rumsfeld Shart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 24 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Robert Twigg and Stewart Dunkirk.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Shart closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shart (4) vs (0) Loco
Shart has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Loco! Score +2 for reaching mount: Shart (6) vs (0) Loco
Shart avoids the attempt from Loco to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Shart takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Shart'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is looking to improve his position but Shart isn't that keen on the idea.
Shart controlling his opponent. #T1#
Loco wants to hold on but Shart pushes him away.
Shart looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
Shart working for a submission but Loco is keeping him at bay.
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Shart has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Loco wants to hold on but Shart pushes him away.#SUB#
Loco is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Shart locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Loco is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rumsfeld Shart!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Rumsfeld Shart made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 42 - When shirts get tight
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 23 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 17 losses; Gunner Mason!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mason sprawls well. Mason wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Mason closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Mason#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Mason is thwarting Loco's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mason is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Loco wants to control but Mason is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Mason sits in half guard.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Mason is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Mason sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Mason is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mason keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Loco is staying active underneath Mason, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mason trying to control the pace.
Mason is trying to control. Loco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Mason is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mason. #SUB#
Loco is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mason pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB2#
Mason is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mason seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Loco is not content to let Mason control the position.#SUB2#
Mason 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.
Mason is trying to control the action in half guard but Loco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4##SUB2#
Mason is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mason passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Mason
Mason controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Mason is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Loco is surviving well by controlling Mason's body position as best he can.
Mason avoids the attempt from Loco to control.#T5#
Mason trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Mason working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
Mason manages to capitalize on a mistake by Loco to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (8) Mason
Mason controlling the position well here. Loco rolled but Mason kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
I really don't envy Loco right now.
#SUB2#
Loco defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Loco wants to control his opponent's hands but Mason gets his hands free.
Loco is breathing heavily.#T6##SUB2#
Mason is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Mason tries to get the hooks in deep but Loco pushed the leg off.
Loco trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Mason is riding his opponent, not letting Loco buck him off.
Loco prevents Mason from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Mason working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Mason is looking to control Loco but Loco is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
Mason is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T7#
Loco staying busy and making it hard for Mason to control. #SUB2#
Mason is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Loco has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Mason really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Loco is really stuck here.
Mason wants to control but Loco manages to buck him off and is now in Mason's guard! Nice work there by Loco! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (8) Mason
Loco is stalling in the full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mason can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mason keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T8#
Mason is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Mason working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Loco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Loco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mason is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Mason is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.#T9##SUB2#
Mason had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Mason wants to sweep but no luck.
Mason not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mason looking for a sweep. Not yet Mason, not yet. #T10#
Mason is trying to control the position but Loco postures up.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Mason is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Mason is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mason is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (10) Mason
Mason content to stall in guard here.
Mason is continuing to stall.#T12#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Mason from controlling successfully.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T13#
Mason is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco trying to control the position.
Mason wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #T14#
Mason slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mason looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mason trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mason wins on points by 10 to 2. |
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Event:
GFY 41 - Get a haircut HIPPY
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 18 losses; Filmore Everett! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 22 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco goes for a double leg but Everett avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Everett continues to drive forward.#TD#
Everett scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Everett (2) vs (0) Loco
Loco tries to get to full guard but Everett has control of the leg.
Loco trying to control but Everett postures up.
Well, if Everett is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Loco wants to get back to full guard but Everett has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (5) vs (0) Loco
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is trying desperately to improve position.
Everett controlling from mount. #SUB#
Everett working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T1#
Everett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
Loco keeps trying to improve his position.
Everett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Loco can't escape the position.
Loco looks winded!#T2#
Everett controlling from mount.
Loco is looking to improve his position but Everett isn't that keen on the idea.
Everett looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Everett controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Everett looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Loco gets back to half guard.
Everett controlling the action here. #SUB#
Everett is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Loco wants to improve his position but Everett is controlling well.
Everett frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (8) vs (0) Loco#T4#
Everett controlling his opponent.
Everett will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Everett has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Everett with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Everett controlling from mount. #T5#
Everett'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.#T6##SUB#
Everett is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Everett tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Loco can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Everett is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Everett looking to control and managing it successfully. #T7#
Loco is looking to improve his position but Everett isn't that keen on the idea.#T8##SUB#
Everett has hold of Loco's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Loco manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Everett controlling his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Everett.#T9#
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Everett controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Everett is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Everett controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Everett is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
#T10##SUB#
Everett jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Loco manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Everett 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 Loco's shoulder. That is not cool.
Further stalling from Everett.#SUB#
Everett is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Loco knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Everett staying calm.#T11##SUB#
Everett thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Loco being controlled for a moment. #T12##SUB#
Everett is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Loco is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Everett is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Loco is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Everett slows the pace down.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Everett is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Loco is looking for a sweep.#T13##SUB#
Everett is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Loco has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Everett is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Loco has escaped the position, nice work there.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Loco is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Everett slows the pace down.
Loco looking for a sweep but Everett has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Everett (10) vs (0) Loco#SUB#
Loco defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Everett. #SUB#
Everett has hold of Loco's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Loco manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Everett looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Everett takes the fight on points by 10 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Filmore Everett waved his t-shirt featuring The Huntington New Age Wellness Community 's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
GFY 39 - Cricket Blair Witch
Date: Apr 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 21 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Phol Boxaaja!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Wesley Smith and Gwen Towbar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Boxaaja drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Loco (0) vs (4) Boxaaja
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boxaaja happy to just control the position for now.
Boxaaja advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (0) vs (6) Boxaaja
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxaaja controlling the pace for now.
Boxaaja avoids the attempt from Loco to control.#T1#
Boxaaja looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boxaaja takes Loco's back. Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (9) Boxaaja
Boxaaja is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB2#
Loco showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Loco is defending well though. Boxaaja let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Boxaaja working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Loco is doing well to defend. Boxaaja seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Loco is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Phol Boxaaja!
After winning the bout, Phol Boxaaja thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GFY 38 - Sonny Bonds
Date: Apr 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 10 losses; Felix Krnacova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 20 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Daniel Franklin and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Krnacova scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Krnacova (2) vs (0) Loco#SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Krnacova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Loco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Krnacova is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Krnacova (5) vs (0) Loco
Loco wants to control but Krnacova is having none of it.
Krnacova knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Loco on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Krnacova is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Loco keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Krnacova looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T1#
Loco can't escape the position.
Loco wants to hold on but Krnacova pushes him away.#SUB#
Krnacova with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Loco tries to hold on but Krnacova pushes him away.
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Krnacova has a good base and remains in mount.
Krnacova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Loco tries to hold on but Krnacova postures up.
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Krnacova has a good base and remains in mount.
Krnacova looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Loco is working to get back to half guard.
Loco wants to hold on but Krnacova pushes him away.
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Krnacova looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Krnacova looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3##SUB#
Krnacova working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
Loco slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Loco is not content to let Krnacova control the position.
Krnacova is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Loco trying to control here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Krnacova wants to take a breather but Loco is having none of it. #SUB#
Krnacova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Loco tries to roll over but Krnacova keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Krnacova sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Krnacova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Krnacova is very close to passing his half guard.
Krnacova looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Loco tries to get to full guard but Krnacova has control of the leg.
Krnacova is keen to just control but Loco is a slippery customer.
Loco won't allow Krnacova to pass to mount.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Krnacova is very close to passing his half guard.#T5#
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Loco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Loco makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Loco.#SUB2#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Krnacova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Krnacova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T6#
Krnacova won't allow Loco to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Krnacova gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Krnacova trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Krnacova wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Krnacova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Loco has his foot on Krnacova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Krnacova works his way back into a safe position though.
Loco is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T7#
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Krnacova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing that Krnacova has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Krnacova gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Krnacova wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T8#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Krnacova from controlling successfully.
Loco is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Krnacova (5) vs (2) Loco#SUB2#
Loco wants to work for an arm triangle but Krnacova is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Loco wants to take a breather but Krnacova is having none of it.
Krnacova moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Krnacova tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Krnacova is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Krnacova keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T9#
Krnacova has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position.
Loco wants to control from the top but Krnacova keeps moving.
Krnacova looking for a sweep. Not yet Krnacova, not yet.
Loco is fighting to break Krnacova's control of his arms but Krnacova is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Krnacova.
Loco wants to control from the top but Krnacova keeps moving. #T10#
Krnacova pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.
Krnacova on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Krnacova tries to get out of the position.
Krnacova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Krnacova is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Krnacova is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Loco trying to control but Krnacova is working from the bottom. #T11#
Krnacova trying to control the position.
Loco looking to pass the guard.
Krnacova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco wants to control from the top but Krnacova keeps moving. #SUB2#
Loco drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Loco jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Krnacova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Krnacova pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage. #T12#
Krnacova 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.
Loco trying to control but Krnacova is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Krnacova has control of Loco's left arm, preventing Loco from doing any damage.
Loco won't allow Krnacova to sweep him here. #T13##SUB2#
Loco drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Loco jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Loco wants to control from the top but Krnacova keeps moving.
Krnacova pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage.
Krnacova wants to sweep but no luck.
Krnacova keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Krnacova controlling the position.#SUB2#
Loco drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Loco jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Krnacova is pulling down on Loco's head to control his posture. #T14#
Krnacova wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Krnacova keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Krnacova is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Loco looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Krnacova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Krnacova takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
An out of breath Felix Krnacova thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GFY 37 - Go Easy Bro
Date: Mar 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Uncle Abner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 19 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Abner gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Abner turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Abner (4) vs (0) Loco
Loco is trying to control Abner's posture but Abner avoids it.
Loco tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Abner wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Abner taking a breather here. #SUB#
Abner is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Loco knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abner will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Abner tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Loco is trying to escape the position but Abner is controlling the position.
Loco is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Abner takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Abner seems to be looking for submissions.
Abner trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
Abner trying to control the pace.
Loco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Abner is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Abner content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Abner tries to pass the half guard into mount. Loco knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Abner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Abner looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Abner tries to pass to full mount but Loco defends it.
Abner works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Abner (7) vs (0) Loco#T3#
Loco is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Loco looks winded!
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Abner content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Abner passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Loco! Score +2 for reaching mount: Abner (9) vs (0) Loco
Abner controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Abner looking to secure an arm triangle but Loco defends it well.
Abner controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Abner fails to take his opponent's back.
Abner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Abner is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Loco has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Abner looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T5##SUB#
Abner has control of Loco's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Loco regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Loco is looking to get to half guard.
Abner content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Abner looking to secure an arm triangle but Loco defends it well.
Abner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T6#
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
Abner controlling the pace for now. #T7##SUB#
Abner looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Abner tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Loco is trying to escape the mount.
Abner controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Abner with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T8#
Abner looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
Loco defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Abner. #SUB#
Abner working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Abner is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Loco is surviving well by controlling Abner's body position as best he can.
Abner prevents Loco from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Loco defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Abner.
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.
Abner takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Abner seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Loco is holding on tight.
#T9#
Abner is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Loco is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Abner (12) vs (0) Loco#SUB#
Abner working for a choke but Loco is defending well. #SUB#
Loco showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Loco fending off the submission attempt from Abner.
Abner trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Loco doesn't escape. #T10##SUB#
Loco showing good submission defense here.
Abner controlling from the back.#SUB#
Abner working for a choke but Loco is defending well.
Abner has good solid back control here. #T11##SUB#
Abner is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
Abner is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Loco knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Loco for a finish.
Abner is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Abner is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T12#
Abner is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Loco is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#SUB#
Abner has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Abner is riding his opponent, not letting Loco buck him off. #SUB#
Loco showing good submission defense here.
Abner really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Loco.#T13##SUB#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Loco knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Loco for a finish.
Loco rolls, trying to escape but Abner keeps control of the position.
Abner controlling from the back.#SUB#
Abner looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Loco defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Abner's arms.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T14##SUB#
Abner is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Loco has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Loco is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Abner gets his way!
#SUB#
Abner is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Good control from Abner.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Loco knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Loco for a finish. #SUB#
Abner 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, Loco has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
Uncle Abner managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Glomco Nutrition , into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 36 - Come on dance with me
Date: Mar 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 83 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 18 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Pancake fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Loco sprawls well initially but Pancake persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pancake (2) vs (0) Loco
Pancake trying to mount his opponent but Loco defends it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pancake is working hard here to advance position.
Pancake controlling the action here. #SUB#
Pancake is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco tries to roll over but Pancake keeps him under control.#T1#
Pancake content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Loco is looking to control Pancake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco wants to improve his position but Pancake is controlling well.
Pancake is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Pancake is working for a submission of some sort.
Pancake looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Loco looks winded!#SUB#
Pancake is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loco sees it coming and defends easily.
Pancake works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (5) vs (0) Loco
Pancake sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Loco wants to control but Pancake is having none of it.
Pancake sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Pancake seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Loco has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Pancake (8) vs (0) Loco
Pancake controlling the position well here. Loco rolled but Pancake kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB#
Pancake is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Pancake working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Loco is doing well to defend. Pancake seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Loco is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tobias Pancake!
Tobias Pancake bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
GFY 34 - Mr Sunshine
Date: Mar 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 17 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 13 losses; Rumsfeld Shart!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Loco looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (0) Shart#SUB#
Loco looking for a submission but Shart manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Shart looking for a sweep. Not yet Shart, not yet.
Shart is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Shart manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (2) Shart
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shart slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Loco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shart on the ground.#T1#
Loco can't keep his opponent in guard - Shart advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Shart content to control rather than advance.
Shart passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Loco! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (2) vs (5) Shart#SUB2#
Shart working for a submission but Loco is keeping him at bay.
Shart controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Shart looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T2#
Loco is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Shart looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Shart tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shart's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Shart has hold of Loco's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Loco manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Shart working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Shart tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Let's hope that Shart 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.#SUB2#
Shart working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
Loco can't escape the position.
Shart looking to control and managing it successfully.
More stalling from Shart.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4##SUB2#
Shart with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Shart controlling from mount. #T5##SUB2#
Shart has hold of Loco's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Loco manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Shart is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Shart controlling the pace for now.
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
Loco is breathing heavily.#T6#
Shart content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Shart looking to secure an arm triangle but Loco defends it well.
Shart takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Shart with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#SUB2#
Shart working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Shart tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T7#
Loco can't escape the position.
Shart controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Shart looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Shart working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Loco turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Shart off and cradles Loco's limp body as Shart celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Rumsfeld Shart! Rumsfeld Shart retains his super heavyweight title!
Rumsfeld Shart gave a mention to The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
GFY 32 - Call on Monday
Date: Mar 12, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 16 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Phol Boxaaja!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boxaaja looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Boxaaja
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Boxaaja controlling the action here.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boxaaja with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Boxaaja is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boxaaja.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxaaja with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Boxaaja is trying to work for a kimura but Loco is defending well.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loco sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Boxaaja is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Boxaaja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2##SUB2#
Boxaaja is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loco sees it coming and defends easily.
Boxaaja is taking a breather. Loco says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Loco trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja 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.
#T3##SUB2#
Boxaaja seems to be looking for submissions.
Boxaaja with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Loco moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boxaaja content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Boxaaja slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Boxaaja#SUB2#
Boxaaja has hold of Loco's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Loco seems comfortable defending it but Boxaaja has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Loco is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Loco is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Boxaaja couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Phol Boxaaja!
After winning the bout, Phol Boxaaja thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GFY 31 - WHAT ARE THOSE?
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 16 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 14 losses; Desi Kraag!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Alan Glass and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Kraag closes the distance and pushes Loco back into the ropes.#TD2#
Kraag decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Kraag had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Kraag can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.#SUB2#
Kraag throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Kraag is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kraag should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kraag is trying to keep Loco in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kraag keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kraag throws his legs up looking for a submission but Loco uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (3) vs (0) Kraag#T1#
Kraag is looking to regain half guard here but Loco keeps moving and retains side control.
Kraag can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Kraag wants to control the position but that's not easy when your opponent is in side control! Loco seems to be going for some sort of submission here. Hard to say what - oh, it's a Brabo choke! He's got it! Kraag is tapping! Wow, great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Brabo Choke). Mono Loco!
A victorious Mono Loco thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
GFY 30 - Over The Hill
Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 42 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 15 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Cecil Peabody and Tiny Johnson.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Loco shoots and misses #TD#
and Dalton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Loco won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dalton (4) vs (0) Loco
Loco is being controlled here.
Loco holding on.
Loco is trying to escape the position but Dalton is controlling the position.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Loco will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Loco is trying to control Dalton's posture but Dalton avoids it.
A lull in the action here as Dalton stalls from top position.#T2#
Dalton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.
Dalton continues to stall.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dalton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dalton.
Loco tries to improve position but can't.
Loco looks winded!
Dalton slows the pace down.
Dalton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dalton'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.
Dalton continues to hold on tight.#T4#
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.#T5#
Loco wants to control but Dalton postures up.
Dalton is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Loco will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T6#
More hug and hope from Dalton.#T7##T8#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T9##T10#
Further stalling from Dalton.#T11#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Dalton is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Loco struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Dalton stalls from top position.#T12#
Loco tries to bench press Dalton off him but Dalton keeps the position. #T13#
Dalton happy to just control the position for now. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 4 to 0.
An out of breath Pacer Dalton thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GFY 29 - Haunted Swimming pool
Date: Mar 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 13 losses; Rumsfeld Shart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 14 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Shart gets caught napping as Loco dives in and scores a takedown. Shart manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Shart (0) vs (2) Loco
Shart manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (2) vs (2) Loco
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Shart slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Shart wants to pass the guard but Loco is keeping the position.
Loco trying to control the position.
Shart is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shart will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Shart passes Loco's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Shart keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Shart is very close to passing his half guard.
Shart performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
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.
Shart frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Shart (5) vs (2) Loco
Loco is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Shart is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Loco is surviving well by controlling Shart's body position as best he can.
Loco wants to control but Shart is having none of it.#T2##SUB#
Loco tries to improve his position but Shart has taken his back! Shart has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Loco tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Shart pushes Loco away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rumsfeld Shart!
Rumsfeld Shart retains his super heavyweight title!
Rumsfeld Shart very nearly forgot to thank The Huntington New Age Wellness Community amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
GFY 28 - Adam West:BEST BATMAN
Date: Feb 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 18 losses; Bon Adrien De Moncey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 14 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
De Moncey darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Moncey (2) vs (0) Loco
Loco is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of De Moncey's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take De Moncey's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: De Moncey (2) vs (4) Loco
De Moncey wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
De Moncey is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
De Moncey is really stuck here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Moncey breaks Loco's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Moncey (4) vs (4) Loco
Loco looking to control.
#T1#
De Moncey 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.
Loco keeping moving, preventing De Moncey from controlling successfully.
De Moncey showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
De Moncey has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by De Moncey.#T2##SUB2#
De Moncey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Moncey has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
De Moncey stays in close to Loco's body and controls the position.
De Moncey will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
De Moncey seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.
De Moncey trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Loco looks winded!
De Moncey slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
De Moncey trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco trying to control the position.
De Moncey controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
De Moncey continues to hold on tight.#T5#
De Moncey trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
De Moncey is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but De Moncey defends it easily.
De Moncey is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T6#
De Moncey'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.
Loco really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Moncey. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T7#
De Moncey wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily.
De Moncey wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
De Moncey sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
De Moncey drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Moncey jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
De Moncey 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. #T8#
Loco keeping moving, preventing De Moncey from controlling successfully.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
De Moncey 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.
Loco keeping moving, preventing De Moncey from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but De Moncey defends it easily.
#T9#
Loco being controlled here, momentarily.
Further stalling from De Moncey.#T10##SUB#
De Moncey drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Moncey jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
De Moncey controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
De Moncey continues to stall.#SUB#
De Moncey drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Moncey jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T11#
De Moncey showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
De Moncey wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and De Moncey defends well.
De Moncey slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T12#
Loco wants to sweep here but De Moncey controlling him for the moment.
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.#T13#
De Moncey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T14#
Loco keeping moving, preventing De Moncey from controlling successfully.
De Moncey controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Loco gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Loco wins on points by 5 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GFY 26 - King of the commode
Date: Feb 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 5 losses; Chad Strdoza! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 13 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Tiny Johnson and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco with a poor takedown #CL#
and Strdoza counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Strdoza lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Strdoza (2) vs (0) Loco#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Strdoza wants to pass the guard but Loco is defending well.
Strdoza trying to control the pace.
Strdoza uses his free foot to push down on Loco's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Loco. Score +3 for passing guard: Strdoza (5) vs (0) Loco
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Strdoza locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Loco is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Chad Strdoza!
Chad Strdoza retains his super heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Chad Strdoza made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 25 - Old Man Jiu Jitsu
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 42 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 12 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dalton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Loco sprawls well initially but Dalton persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (0) Loco
Dalton keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Dalton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Loco! Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (5) vs (0) Loco
Loco is looking to improve his position but Dalton isn't that keen on the idea.
Dalton looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco has given up his back here. Will Dalton look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Dalton (8) vs (0) Loco
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dalton controlling the positon.
Loco is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Dalton.
#T1#
Dalton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Loco trying to control the action but Dalton just sinks the hooks in.
Dalton slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Loco trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dalton controls the action.
You can see the frustration on Loco's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T2#
Dalton has good solid back control here.
Dalton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dalton.#T3#
Dalton's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
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.#T4#
Further stalling from Dalton.#SUB#
Dalton is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Loco has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Good control from Dalton.#SUB#
Dalton looking for the choke but no joy.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T5#
Dalton continues to hold on tight.#T6#
Dalton keeps control of the position as Loco tries to break free.
Dalton is riding his opponent, not letting Loco buck him off. #T7#
Dalton controlling well, preventing Loco from escaping the position.
Loco is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dalton off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Loco looks winded!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Dalton is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Loco defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Dalton slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Dalton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.
Loco looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Dalton controls the action.#T8#
Dalton continues to stall.
Loco rolls, trying to escape but Dalton keeps control of the position.
#T9#
Dalton controls the action.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Dalton is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T10#
Dalton is hanging on to Loco's back as he tries to escape.
Dalton controlling the position well here. Loco rolled but Dalton kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
More hug and hope from Dalton.#T11#
Loco trying to control the position but Dalton manages to sink in the hooks.
Dalton controls the action.#T12##T13##T14#
Loco just trying to survive but Dalton is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Dalton controlling the position well here. Loco rolled but Dalton kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Dalton controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Pacer Dalton decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GFY 24 - Twas me and I sharted
Date: Feb 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 11 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Uncle Abner!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Abner moves into the clinch successfully.
Loco is working for takedown but Abner is calmly controlling the position for now.
Loco goes for a takedown attempt but Abner pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Abner has closed the distance and engaged Loco in a clinch.
#TD2#
Abner manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Loco trying to control but Abner is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Abner is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Abner
Loco is in trouble now - Abner has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Abner#T1#
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Abner looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Abner looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Abner has control of Loco's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Loco regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Abner is looking to work his way around to Loco's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T2##SUB2#
Abner working for a guillotine from mount but Loco is in no mood to give up.
Abner controlling the pace for now.
Abner prevents Loco from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Abner working for a submission but Loco is keeping him at bay.
Abner controlling the position easily from mount.
Loco is controlling an arm, preventing Abner from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Loco tries to reverse the position but Abner maintains control.
Abner can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Loco is looking to escape. #T3#
Abner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Abner goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Loco turns into him and now he's in Abner's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (5) Abner
Abner has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position.
Loco preventing the sweep. #T4#
Abner working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Abner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving. #SUB#
Loco drops back looking for a leg! Abner is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Abner manages to kick Loco off! Loco jumps back into Abner's guard.
We've been informed that Abner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T5#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Abner holds on and takes a little breather.
Abner working a defensive guard here.
Abner pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage.
Loco wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving. #T6#
Abner lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (7) Abner
Loco is breathing heavily.
Abner's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Abner is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Abner is aware though and is defending well.#T7#
Abner's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Abner advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (2) vs (10) Abner
Abner controlling the position from side mount. #SUB2#
Abner tries for a kimura but Loco is defending well. #T8#
Abner trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Abner tries for a kimura but Loco is defending well.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Abner advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (2) vs (12) Abner#T9##SUB2#
Abner looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Abner is looking to work his way around to Loco's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Abner controlling from mount.
Abner prevents Loco from getting the reversal.
Loco has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Loco (2) vs (15) Abner
Loco is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T10##SUB2#
Loco preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Abner. #SUB2#
Abner looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Abner will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Abner controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Loco showing good submission defense here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Abner controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Abner 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, Loco has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#T11#
Loco can't escape the position.
Abner has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Loco's body.
#SUB2#
Abner looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Abner will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Loco defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Abner is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Loco has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T12##SUB2#
Loco defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Abner's arms.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Abner keeps control of the position as Loco tries to break free.
Abner controls the position.#T13#
Loco tries to escape but Abner has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Abner just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB2#
Abner looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Abner will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB2#
Abner is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
Loco is in bad spot here.
#T14#
Abner trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Loco doesn't escape. #SUB2#
Abner looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Abner will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Abner controls the position.
Abner's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abner is hanging on to Loco's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Abner is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner wins on points by 15 to 2.
Uncle Abner managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Glomco Nutrition , into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 22 - Mouse wnt thru a gate
Date: Feb 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 41 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 10 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Alan Glass and Tiny Johnson.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Loco shoots in but Dalton avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD#
Dalton gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (0) Loco
Dalton with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Loco moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dalton postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1##SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Dalton defends it easily.
Dalton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dalton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (5) vs (0) Loco
Dalton staying calm.
Dalton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Dalton continues to stall.
Dalton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Loco tries to buck Dalton off but Dalton is having none of it.
Dalton 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 Loco's shoulder. That is not cool. #T3#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dalton.
Loco is trying to improve his position.#T4#
The referee asks Dalton politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dalton prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dalton'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.
Further stalling from Dalton.#T5#
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.
Dalton continues to hold on tight.#T6#
More hug and hope from Dalton.
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dalton controlling the position.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Dalton is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T7#
Loco is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Dalton politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dalton prefers to stall for the moment though.#T8#
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Loco looks winded!
Dalton controlling the position from side mount. #T9#
Dalton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T10#
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Dalton moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T11#
Loco tries to bench press Dalton off him but Dalton keeps the position.
Loco is being controlled here.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.#T12#
Dalton controls the position. #T13#
Loco is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Loco is trying to control Dalton's posture but Dalton avoids it.
Dalton controls the position from side control.#T14#
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Dalton controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Pacer Dalton retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Pacer Dalton, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GFY 21 - Jump Street
Date: Feb 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 66 wins and 75 losses; Tobias Pancake!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Pancake drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Loco (0) vs (4) Pancake
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Loco being controlled for a moment. #SUB2#
Loco wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Pancake has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Loco's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Loco is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Pancake!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tobias Pancake!
A very excited looking Tobias Pancake rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
GFY 20 - Dr Seuss is nonsense
Date: Jan 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 9 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Nate Pawn!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Tiny Johnson and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pawn tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Pawn has managed to clinch.
Loco is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Pawn pulls guard.
Loco trying to control but Pawn is working from the bottom.
Loco postures up.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looking to pass the guard.
Pawn trying to control the position.
#T1#
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Pawn controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
Pawn wants to sweep but no luck.
Loco postures up.
#SUB#
Loco drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Loco seems to have locked his on tight now - Pawn screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Loco, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GFY 18 - Tiger Blood
Date: Jan 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 10 losses; Phol Boxaaja!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Frank Dennis and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boxaaja darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Boxaaja
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Loco slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boxaaja advances to half guard.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Boxaaja is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Boxaaja is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boxaaja perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boxaaja is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Boxaaja is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1##SUB2#
Boxaaja is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Loco defends it well.
Boxaaja is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Boxaaja maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Loco could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Boxaaja has cracked it and Loco is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Boxaaja!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Phol Boxaaja!
A very excited looking Phol Boxaaja made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 16 - Duckstamp Pizza Party
Date: Jan 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 26 losses; Sergei Ulatov!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, George Francis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (0) Ulatov#SUB#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Ulatov defends the submission attempt.
Ulatov is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ulatov avoid being mounted?
Loco is trying to control the action in half guard but Ulatov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Ulatov is defending well.
#SUB#
Loco is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Ulatov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ulatov.#SUB2#
Loco avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ulatov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Ulatov is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Ulatov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Ulatov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
Loco trying to control but Ulatov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ulatov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.
Loco looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Ulatov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (2) Ulatov
Ulatov trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Loco is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Ulatov 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.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Ulatov from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ulatov won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ulatov trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Ulatov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ulatov content to stall in guard here. #T5#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ulatov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
My spies in The Factory inform me that Ulatov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T6#
It looks like Ulatov 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.
Ulatov trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Ulatov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Ulatov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ulatov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ulatov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7##SUB2#
Ulatov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ulatov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ulatov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Ulatov from controlling successfully. #T8#
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ulatov is one step ahead there.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
Ulatov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Let's hope that Ulatov 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.
More stalling from Ulatov.#T9#
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ulatov defends it easily.
Loco can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ulatov controls the pace.#T10#
Ulatov trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Ulatov controlling from the top position.
Loco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11##SUB2#
Ulatov 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. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ulatov content to stall in guard here.
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ulatov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T12#
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ulatov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Loco haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ulatov defends it easily.
Ulatov controlling from the top position.
Ulatov with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Ulatov trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #T13##SUB2#
Ulatov drops back looking for a leg! Loco is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Loco manages to kick Ulatov off! Ulatov jumps back into Loco's guard.
Ulatov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ulatov won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Ulatov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T14#
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a triangle but Ulatov pushes his legs off easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Loco is heads and Ulatov is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Loco takes the fight on points by 3 to 2.
Mono Loco decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GFY 14 - The Bottled Fart
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 9 losses; Phol Boxaaja!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Alan Glass and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Boxaaja shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Loco napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Loco (0) vs (4) Boxaaja
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.
Boxaaja wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Boxaaja happy to just control the position for now. #SUB2#
Boxaaja wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Loco, who protects the arm well.
Loco is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Boxaaja is trying to get an arm triangle but Loco is defending well.
Boxaaja taking a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Boxaaja looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
Boxaaja has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Loco! Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (0) vs (6) Boxaaja
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boxaaja looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boxaaja is trying to take his opponent's back.
Boxaaja controlling the position easily from mount.
Loco is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Loco tries to control Boxaaja's body but Boxaaja pushes him off. Loco squirms to his side and now Boxaaja has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (9) Boxaaja
Loco tries to escape but Boxaaja has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boxaaja has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Loco preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boxaaja. #SUB2#
Boxaaja is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Loco is defending well though. Boxaaja let's go of the attempt for now.
Loco rolls, trying to escape but Boxaaja keeps control of the position.
#T3##SUB2#
Loco won't enjoy being in this position. Boxaaja looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Loco is tapping - it's over boys! Boxaaja picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Phol Boxaaja!
After winning the bout, Phol Boxaaja thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GFY 12 - U R not my real dad!
Date: Jan 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 70 losses; Tobias Pancake!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Stewart Dunkirk and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Pancake shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Pancake#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Pancake is looking for a kimura here.
Pancake looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Loco trying to hold on to Pancake's head to control him but Pancake postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pancake prevents Loco from improving his position.
Loco trying to control but Pancake postures up.
#T1#
Pancake slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Loco is defending against the submission attempts here by Pancake.
#SUB2#
Pancake is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pancake. #SUB#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Pancake trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom.
Pancake passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Loco! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Pancake
Pancake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Loco wants to control but Pancake is having none of it.
Pancake controlling his opponent.
Pancake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Loco is looking to escape. #T3#
Pancake controlling the position easily from mount.
Loco tries to reverse the position but Pancake maintains control.
Loco tries to lock up and control but Pancake gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Loco really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
Loco has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (8) Pancake#T4#
Pancake controls the action.
Loco tries to escape but Pancake has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Pancake is riding his opponent, not letting Loco buck him off.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Pancake tightening his grip on Loco, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Pancake working for the choke. #T5#
Loco prevents Pancake from getting a body triangle.
Loco wants to control his opponent's hands but Pancake gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Pancake is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Loco won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Pancake off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tobias Pancake!
Tobias Pancake was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
GFY 11 - Day of the Woman
Date: Jan 05, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 33 losses; Sirus Hughes!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Cecil Peabody and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hughes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hughes lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Hughes#SUB#
Loco looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hughes has picked Loco up and slammed him! Loco can't keep hold of the triangle and Hughes manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Hughes
Hughes gets to mount! Loco was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (0) vs (7) Hughes
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hughes takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Loco wants to control but Hughes is having none of it.
Hughes controlling from the full mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco tries to hold on but Hughes pushes him away. #T1##SUB2#
Hughes with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Loco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hughes on the ground.#SUB2#
Hughes is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Loco has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Loco wants to control but Hughes is having none of it.#SUB2#
Hughes is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Hughes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Loco sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Hughes is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco wants to control but Hughes is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Hughes seems to be working for a kimura but Loco defends the submission attempt.
Hughes seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Well, if Hughes is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T3#
Hughes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Hughes maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Loco could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Hughes has cracked it and Loco is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Hughes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sirus Hughes! Sirus Hughes retains his super heavyweight title! |
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Event:
GFY 10 - Dinosaur
Date: Jan 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 41 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Frank Dennis and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dalton shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Loco manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (0) Loco
Dalton tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dalton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (5) vs (0) Loco
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Dalton 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 Loco's shoulder. That is not cool.
Dalton'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.
Dalton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Loco tries to buck Dalton off but Dalton is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton controls the position from side control.
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
Dalton controlling the position from side mount.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Loco seems a little lost for a moment, as Dalton dominates the positioning.
Dalton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.
Further stalling from Dalton.
Dalton continues to stall.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
More hug and hope from Dalton.#T2#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dalton.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Dalton is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Dalton happy to just control the position for now.
Dalton continues to hold on tight.#T3#
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.
Loco tries to buck Dalton off but Dalton is having none of it.
Dalton 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 Loco's shoulder. That is not cool.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Dalton controlling the position from side mount.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Loco looks winded!
Dalton is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T4##T5#
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Loco is letting Dalton control him for a moment.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Dalton taking a breather here. #T6#
Dalton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Loco tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dalton controlling the position. #T7##T8##T9#
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Loco's face as Dalton controls the position. #T10#
Loco tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dalton taking a breather here. #T11##SUB#
Dalton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dalton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Loco tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dalton content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T12##T13#
Loco tries to bench press Dalton off him but Dalton keeps the position.
Dalton happy to just control the position for now. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Pacer Dalton seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
OFK 363 - Kim Vs Drozd
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Loco takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Damato counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Damato lands with a thumping leg kick.
Damato scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
Loco gets tackled into the cage by Damato. Damato maintains the clinch. #BC#
Damato's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Damato clinches. #TD#
Damato lands a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Damato throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Loco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Damato trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Damato pushing down on Loco's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Damato is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco has hold of Damato's hands but Damato slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Loco manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Damato accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Damato with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Damato is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Loco is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Loco has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Damato trying to control the position.
Damato bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loco's guard. #REVR#
Damato pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Loco working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Damato has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Damato is looking for a kimura but Loco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Damato to get the leverage. #SUB#
Damato is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco has hold of Damato's hands but Damato slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Damato is working for a submission of some sort.
Loco has hold of Damato's hands but Damato slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Damato seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB#
Damato has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Loco defend it? Damato steps over the head and cranks it - Loco is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Damato!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rocco Damato!
During a confident post fight interview, Rocco Damato thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 357 - Garrincha Vs Wulf
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Loco tries to keep at a distance but Damato has taken the fight into the clinch.
Loco taking a breather.
Loco jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Damato walks away with a smile on his face. Loco gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Damato cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Loco tries to move into range but Damato moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Look low, kick high! Damato uses the oldest trick in the book to send Loco tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Damato is absolutely delighted - when Loco wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Rocco Damato!
During a confident post fight interview, Rocco Damato thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 347 - Boles Vs Jaroslav
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Gay G connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Gay G sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gay G lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Loco shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Loco was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Gay G is trying to get back to half guard.
Gay G gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gay G sees it coming and defends easily.
Gay G moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gay G wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Gay G controlling the position.#T1##SUB#
Gay G is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Loco frees his head nicely. Oh but Gay G has switched to an armbar! Loco is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). J Gay G!
A very excited looking J Gay G made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (145lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
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 0 wins and 0 losses; Jesse-James Hopson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Kenichi Hosakawa and Yukihiro Shimada.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Loco closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hopson (0) vs (4) Loco
Hopson is looking to regain half guard here but Loco keeps moving and retains side control.
Hopson's coaches at Combat Wombat Burrow have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Loco is trying to get an arm triangle but Hopson is defending well.
Hopson gets back to half guard.
Loco stalling away here and it's allowed Hopson to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Hopson controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB2#
Loco has gone for a leg lock! Hopson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Loco's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hopson (2) vs (4) Loco#SUB2#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Hopson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hopson passes into half guard.
Loco trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hopson (5) vs (4) Loco
Loco tries to reverse the position but Hopson maintains control.#SUB#
Hopson is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Hopson has hold of Loco's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Loco manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Hopson controlling the pace for now. #T2#
Loco wants to control but Hopson is having none of it.
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hopson controlling from the full mount.
Loco is trying to escape the mount.
Hopson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Hopson wants to finish this one by submission but Loco is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hopson.
Hopson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hopson mounts Loco! Really nice guard pass there!
Hopson tries to control but Loco wriggling away. #T3#
Hopson prevents Loco from getting the reversal.
Loco wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hopson (8) vs (4) Loco
Hopson keeps control of the position as Loco tries to break free.
#SUB#
Hopson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Loco knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Loco for a finish. #SUB#
Loco preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Hopson. #T4##SUB#
Hopson is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Loco tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Hopson has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Loco is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jesse-James Hopson!
Jesse-James Hopson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
OFK 320 - Garrincha Vs Craven
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
Keir Toal had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 148.2, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with Mono Loco was cancelled. |
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Event:
OFK 313 - Chika Vs Mad Onion
Date: Jul 08, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Loco throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Koererlaerer tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Loco is in Koererlaerer's guard.
Loco wants to control from the top but Koererlaerer keeps moving.
Koererlaerer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Loco won't allow Koererlaerer to sweep him here.
Koererlaerer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loco's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Loco has his foot on Koererlaerer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Koererlaerer works his way back into a safe position though.
Koererlaerer is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Koererlaerer with a nice head shot there.
Loco preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is trying to keep Koererlaerer in close.
#SUB#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Koererlaerer defends easily.
Koererlaerer passes Loco's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Koererlaerer wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Koererlaerer landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Koererlaerer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Loco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Loco is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Koererlaerer scores with a couple of nice shots.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Koererlaerer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Koererlaerer lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer seems to be working for a kimura but Loco defends the submission attempt.
Koererlaerer working the head and body with strikes. #T2##SUB#
Loco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koererlaerer trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Koererlaerer is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Loco defends it well.
Koererlaerer is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koererlaerer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Koererlaerer working over Loco with some ground and pound. Loco looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Koererlaerer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Loco moves into full guard.
Koererlaerer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Koererlaerer with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Koererlaerer works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Koererlaerer tries to pass to full mount but Loco defends it.
Koererlaerer prevents Loco from improving his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Koererlaerer in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Koererlaerer is nestled in close to Loco, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer seems to be looking for submissions.
Koererlaerer wants to pass to mount but Loco is defending the position.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Koererlaerer sits in half guard.
Loco controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Koererlaerer lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Karsten Koererlaerer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Koererlaerer gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage. #TD2#
Koererlaerer gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Loco is looking to control Koererlaerer's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco tries to roll over but Koererlaerer keeps him under control.
Koererlaerer seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Koererlaerer trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer is looking for a kimura but Loco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Koererlaerer to get the leverage.
Koererlaerer looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Loco trying to control here.
#T1#
Loco is looking for a sweep. Koererlaerer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Koererlaerer working over Loco with some ground and pound. Loco looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Koererlaerer is taking a breather. Loco says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Loco has hold of Koererlaerer's hands but Koererlaerer slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Koererlaerer is keen to just control but Loco is a slippery customer.
Koererlaerer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Loco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Koererlaerer is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koererlaerer lands strikes from half guard.
Koererlaerer is pressing down on Loco's thigh, looking to free his foot. Loco is holding on for now.
Loco trying to control but Koererlaerer postures up.
#T2#
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Loco trying to hold on to Koererlaerer's head to control him but Koererlaerer postures up.
Koererlaerer scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Loco is looking to control Koererlaerer's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Loco taking some punishment here, with Koererlaerer in his half guard.
Nice strikes from Koererlaerer there.
Loco is staying active underneath Koererlaerer, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Koererlaerer is controlling the pace.
Koererlaerer lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Koererlaerer wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Loco has a hand on Koererlaerer's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Koererlaerer takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Koererlaerer punishing his opponent with strikes.
Koererlaerer lands a big shot there that rocks Loco but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Koererlaerer is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Loco can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Koererlaerer unloading with bombs!
Koererlaerer lands with some strikes.
A nice elbow there by Koererlaerer.
Loco is working to get back to half guard.
Karsten Koererlaerer has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Koererlaerer trying to control but Loco is having none of it.
Koererlaerer lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koererlaerer unloading with bombs!
Koererlaerer fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Koererlaerer lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC2#Loco is rocked!
Koererlaerer punishing his opponent with strikes.
Oh Loco is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Loco is looking to improve his position but Koererlaerer isn't that keen on the idea.
Koererlaerer connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Koererlaerer scoring with strikes but Loco is staying in there.
Koererlaerer lands a big shot there that rocks Loco but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Loco is bucking up trying to escape but Koererlaerer cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Koererlaerer scoring with strikes but Loco is staying in there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Karsten Koererlaerer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Koererlaerer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Koererlaerer lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Koererlaerer works over Loco's head and body with a nice combination.
Karsten Koererlaerer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Koererlaerer bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco is not content to let Koererlaerer control the position.
Loco seems to have got his legs back now.
Koererlaerer taking a break here but Loco is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer 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.
Loco is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Koererlaerer working over Loco with some ground and pound. Loco looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Loco has hold of Koererlaerer's hands but Koererlaerer slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Loco tries to roll over but Koererlaerer keeps him under control.
Loco moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koererlaerer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Koererlaerer works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nice strikes from Koererlaerer there.
Koererlaerer lands strikes from half guard.
Koererlaerer wants to pass the guard but Loco is defending well.
Loco is staying active underneath Koererlaerer, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Koererlaerer slows the pace down in half guard.
Koererlaerer lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Koererlaerer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Koererlaerer prevents Loco from improving his position.#T3#
Koererlaerer drops an elbow to the side of Loco's head.
Koererlaerer working Loco over with strikes.
Koererlaerer working the head and body with strikes.
Loco tries to roll over but Koererlaerer keeps him under control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ground and pound from Koererlaerer.
Nice strikes from Koererlaerer there.
Koererlaerer lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Koererlaerer drops an elbow to the side of Loco's head.
Loco trying to hold on to Koererlaerer's head to control him but Koererlaerer postures up.
Karsten Koererlaerer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Loco won't allow Koererlaerer to pass to mount.
Koererlaerer wants to take a breather but Loco is having none of it.
Koererlaerer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Koererlaerer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Koererlaerer is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koererlaerer stalling.
Koererlaerer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Karsten Koererlaerer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Koererlaerer has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 26:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 26:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karsten Koererlaerer!
An out of breath and clearly excited Karsten Koererlaerer thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
OFK 308 - Cubbedge Vs Gazersky
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Santos sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
Santos cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Loco is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Santos.
We've been informed that Santos has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Mario Santos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Santos lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Santos slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Santos sprawls well. Santos wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. 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.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Santos counters with a right hand to the body.
Loco has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Santos finds it's way round the side to connect with Loco's head.
Santos connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco with a poor takedown
and Santos counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Santos scores with a hook to the body. Loco takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A shot to the liver by Santos. Beautiful body shot.
Loco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL2#
Santos clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Santos.
Santos works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#BC2#
Santos breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Santos tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Santos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Santos fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.
Santos gets through Loco's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Loco wants to get back to striking at distance but Santos won't allow it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Santos.#T2#
A short left from Santos.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Santos.
Loco takes a shot to the head.
Santos pressing his opponent against the cage.
Santos lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Santos digs a right hand into Loco's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Loco's gas tank.
Loco tries to pull guard but Santos forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
Santos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Santos displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Loco dives in and grabs Santos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Santos pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Santos is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Loco rather than just go for the knockout.#CL2#
Santos moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Santos escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Santos throws out a powerful jab.
Santos keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Santos feints a jab promting Loco to slip. Santos then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Loco slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A right-left combo lands from Santos.
Santos lands a right hook to the body.
Loco walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Santos cracks Loco with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco takes one to the chin there.
Loco drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL2#
Santos takes the fight into the clinch.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Santos has him pressed against the cage.
Santos scores with a shoulder strike.
Santos lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
Santos scores with a hook to the body.
Loco jumps guard but Santos turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Santos leaning his opponent against the cage.
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Santos gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC2#
Santos's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Loco takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Santos cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Santos closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Loco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Santos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Santos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Loco takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Nice shot by Santos.
Santos clobbers Loco with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Santos leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Santos takes the fight into the clinch.
Santos lands a right hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #BC2#
Santos breaks from the clinch.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Santos shows good takedown defense.
Mario Santos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Santos slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Santos scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Santos jabs Loco right on the nose. Loco blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Loco on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.#CL2#
Santos moves into the clinch.
Santos effectively controlling the action here.
Santos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Locos head.
Loco is looking to take this one to the mat.
Loco tries to circle away but Santos has him pinned against the cage.
Santos works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Santos lands with a left to the head.
Santos leaning his opponent against the cage.
Loco is looking to take this one to the mat.#T2#
Loco letting Santos take a breather here.
Santos lands a left hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #BC2#
Santos breaks from the clinch.
Santos fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Santos dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Santos feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Locos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Santos lands an overhand right.
Loco looks for a takedown but Santos sprawls well.
Santos closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Santos counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Santos instigates a clinch. #T3#
Loco wants to break the clinch but can't.
Santos scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Santos stalling.
Santos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Santos scores with a nice hook to the head.
Santos lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Santos holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Santos gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Still in the clinch, Santos scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Santos breaks from the clinch.
Santos lands with a nice combination. Loco backs away looking to recover.#CL2#
Santos drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Santos has Loco pressed against the cage.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Santos turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Santos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Santos.
Loco taking a breather.
Loco misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Santos.
Loco tries to circle away but Santos has him pinned against the cage.
Santos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Locos head.
Santos lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Santos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Locos head.
Santos lands a shoulder strike.
Loco stalls.
Loco looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Loco tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Santos smiles and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Santos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Santos goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Loco doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Santos scores with a jab. Loco acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Santos getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Loco looks for a takedown but Santos sprawls well.
Santos scores with a jab to the head.
#ROC2#Loco is rocked!
Loco showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Santos.
Santos connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Santos counters with a nice body shot.
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!
Santos closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Santos as Loco shoots in.
Santos looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Santos's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Santos duly obliges.
Oh Loco is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Santos cracks Loco with a right hand to the side of the head.
Santos 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.
Santos lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.
Santos scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Santos scores with a nice head shot.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Santos but Santos pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Santos cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Mario Santos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Santos drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Loco. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.#BC2#
Santos's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Santos catches Loco with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Loco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Santos to score with a decent uppercut.
Santos lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Loco takes one to the side of the head.
Santos fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Santos lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Santos lands a jab.
Loco takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2#
Santos clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
Santos keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Loco's efforts to push away.#T3#
Santos lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Santos leaning his opponent against the cage.
Santos just leaning against Loco, taking a breather.
Loco is trying to break the clinch but Santos is controlling him.
Santos stalling the fight.
Santos lands a left hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #BC2#
Santos breaks from the clinch.
Santos cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco walks into a left hand. #T4##KD2#
Santos lands a left and a right that send Loco crashing to the mat, dazed. Santos thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
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!
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from Santos.
The crowd cheers as Santos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Santos moves into range and clinches up with Loco.
Santos lands an uppercut.
Santos has Loco pressed against the cage.
Mario Santos seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Santos stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Santos makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Loco tries to pull guard but Santos forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A right handed body shot lands from Santos.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Santos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Santos has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 24:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 24:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Santos! |
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Event:
OFK 304 - Nik Vs Barnes
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Broadaxe.
Broadaxe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Broadaxe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Broadaxe feinted with a counter takedown.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Broadaxe avoids it really well and circles away.
Dwalin Broadaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
so Broadaxe counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Broadaxe from controlling successfully.
Broadaxe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Broadaxe engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Broadaxe works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Broadaxe looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Loco tries to get to full guard but Broadaxe has control of the leg.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Broadaxe is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Loco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Broadaxe passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Loco!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Broadaxe lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Loco hang on?
Loco manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T2#
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco trying to hold on to Broadaxe's head to control him but Broadaxe postures up.
#SUB#
Broadaxe 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.
Loco gets full guard.
Broadaxe stays in close to Loco's body and controls the position.
Our spies down at at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Broadaxe is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Loco controls Broadaxe momentarily but Broadaxe frees himself. #T3##SUB2#
Loco is looking for a triangle but Broadaxe pushes his legs off easily.
Loco has momentary wrist control but Broadaxe slips an elbow through the middle.
Broadaxe chips away with some ground and pound.
Broadaxe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Broadaxe landing some decent shots from guard.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Broadaxe works over Loco with some ground and pound from guard.
Broadaxe wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Broadaxe defends easily.
Broadaxe won't allow Loco to sweep him here. #T4#
Broadaxe distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Broadaxe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Broadaxe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Broadaxe stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Broadaxe content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Broadaxe gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Broadaxe trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Broadaxe is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dwalin Broadaxe dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Broadaxe fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Broadaxe successfully pulls guard.
Broadaxe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Broadaxe tries to strike from the bottom.
Loco trying to control but Broadaxe is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Broadaxe wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Loco pushes down on Broadaxe's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Broadaxe might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Loco tries to pass to full mount but Broadaxe defends it.
Broadaxe tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Broadaxe keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Broadaxe leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Broadaxe counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Broadaxe has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Broadaxe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Loco isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Broadaxe stacks Loco 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 Broadaxe!
Loco can't do much from the bottom here.
Broadaxe working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Loco tries to improve position but can't.
Broadaxe is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Broadaxe cracks Loco with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Broadaxe working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Loco is not content to let Broadaxe control the position.
Loco manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Broadaxe working Loco over with strikes.
Broadaxe wants to pass to mount but Loco is defending the position.
Broadaxe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Loco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Loco moves into full guard.
#T4#
Broadaxe stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Broadaxe chips away with some ground and pound.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Broadaxe defends it easily.
Broadaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Loco is breathing heavily.
Broadaxe wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Broadaxe cracks Loco with a solid left hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Broadaxe won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Broadaxe passes Loco's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Broadaxe trying to control the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dwalin Broadaxe dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Broadaxe leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Broadaxe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Loco sprawls and moves away.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco goes for a double leg but Broadaxe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Broadaxe continues to drive forward.#TD#
Broadaxe changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Loco looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Loco is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Broadaxe off and has taken his back!
Broadaxe looking very determined here, making life difficult for Loco.
Well, with Loco on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Broadaxe is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Loco patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Broadaxe can't escape the position.
Loco trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Loco has the hooks in. Broadaxe is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1##SUB2#
Loco is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Broadaxe has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Broadaxe tries to break free.
Broadaxe tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Broadaxe regains half guard.
Broadaxe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB2#
Broadaxe is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Broadaxe tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Broadaxe tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
Broadaxe is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Broadaxe is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.
Broadaxe wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Broadaxe clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Broadaxe pulls guard successfully.
Broadaxe looking to control.
Broadaxe keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T4#
Broadaxe trying to control the position.
Broadaxe is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Broadaxe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Loco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco wants to improve his position but Broadaxe is controlling well.
Broadaxe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dwalin Broadaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Broadaxe 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dwalin Broadaxe!
Dwalin Broadaxe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
OFK 300 - Khan Vs Escalante
Date: May 21, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Loco's guard.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Happy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Loco trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Happy defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Happy is one step ahead there.
Happy passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Happy takes a little break here. Loco wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Loco is not content to let Happy control the position.
Happy 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 Loco's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Loco tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Happy presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #SUB#
Happy looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Loco manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Happy wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Happy prevents Loco from improving his position.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Happy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3#
Loco wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Happy 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! Loco is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
A victorious Anti Happy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
OFK 296 - Marek Vs Do Urden
Date: May 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jaroslav avoids it really well and circles away.
Loco takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jaroslav scoring well with a low kick there.
Jaroslav lands with a shot to the body.
Jaroslav lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice body kick there by Jaroslav.
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jaroslav's waist but Jaroslav gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Jaroslav connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Jaroslav will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Loco half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jaroslav scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaroslav scoring well with a low kick there.
Jaroslav connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Jaroslav with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Loco crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jaroslav - the referee stops the clock and Loco gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jaroslav. Loco manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A combination from Jaroslav does no damage.
Felix Jaroslav is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Loco scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Jaroslav has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Loco is on him like a limpet, forcing Jaroslav back against the cage.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Loco is breathing heavily.
A right hook to the body lands for Jaroslav.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaroslav lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Loco.
Jaroslav cracks Loco with a nice body shot.
Jaroslav scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Jaroslav.
Loco takes a shot to the head.
Jaroslav works on Loco's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jaroslav lands with a kick to the temple. Loco shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.#T2##CL2#
Jaroslav instigates a clinch.
Loco is trying to break free.
Jaroslav content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Loco prevents a body shot from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jaroslav lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jaroslav scores with a shoulder strike.
Jaroslav lands with a left to the head.
Jaroslav is working Loco over against the cage.
Nice body punch from Jaroslav - that landed with a thud.
Stalling in the clinch from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Loco.
Jaroslav lands a nice shot to the body.
Jaroslav digs a right hand into Loco's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Loco's gas tank.
Still in the clinch, Jaroslav scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Jaroslav clinches. #T3#
A short body shot lands from Jaroslav as the two fighters clinch.
Jaroslav works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#BC2#
Jaroslav breaks from the clinch.
Loco walks into a straight right hand from Jaroslav.
Nice jab there from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jaroslav has knocked Loco down with a huge combo! Jaroslav steps away and waves a wobbly Loco back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Loco is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Loco limp body while Jaroslav jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Felix Jaroslav!
Felix Jaroslav very nearly forgot to thank Stoner's Killer Apparel amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
OFK 291 - Chika Vs Goodman
Date: Apr 22, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Loco.
Loco just content to control the position.
Plugger gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Plugger tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Plugger keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Plugger wants to control but Loco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Plugger gets full guard.
Plugger working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Loco thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Plugger trying to control the position.
Plugger trying to control the position here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Loco controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pull Plugger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Plugger gets caught flat footed, as Loco shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Plugger is pulling down on Loco's head. It's preventing any offense from Loco, at least for the moment.
Plugger's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Plugger working a defensive guard here.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Plugger is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco advances to half guard.
Plugger is staying active underneath Loco, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Plugger looking for submissions off his back.
Plugger wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Loco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Plugger does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Plugger 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.
Loco tries to pass to full mount but Plugger defends it.
Loco controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Plugger trying to control from the bottom.
Plugger might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Loco haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Plugger is looking to improve his position.
Loco wants to pass the guard but Plugger is defending well.
Plugger tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Loco is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Plugger is just riding it out for now. Loco eventually gives up the hold.
Loco wants to control but Plugger is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
That's time! Loco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD#
Loco manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Plugger on his heels. He'll look to pass Plugger's guard now, I'm sure.
Plugger keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Plugger is pulling down on Loco's head. It's preventing any offense from Loco, at least for the moment.
Let's hope that Plugger 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco wants to control from the top but Plugger keeps moving.
Loco is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Plugger is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1#
Plugger has control of Loco's left arm, preventing Loco from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Plugger sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Plugger works his way to full guard. Good work.
Loco trying to control but Plugger is working from the bottom.
Loco 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.
Loco is pushing down on Plugger's leg trying to pass to half guard. Plugger is fighting to maintain full guard but Loco has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2#
Plugger trying to control but Loco postures up.
Plugger is staying active underneath Loco, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Loco perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Loco wants to control but Plugger is keeping him busy.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Loco wants to free his trapped foot but Plugger is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Loco is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Plugger can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Plugger defends the submission attempt.
Plugger tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Loco will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Plugger wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
#T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Loco takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Loco throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Plugger tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Loco is in Plugger's guard.
Plugger not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Plugger keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Plugger trying to control the position.
Loco tries to free his leg and advance position but Plugger is retaining full guard. #T4#
Plugger being controlled here, momentarily.
Plugger looking to control.
Loco sitting in guard here, content to control.
Plugger pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Loco shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Plugger napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Plugger is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Plugger lands a jab-cross combination.
Plugger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Plugger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Loco feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Loco 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.
Loco throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Plugger works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Loco wants to control from the top but Plugger keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Plugger trying to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Plugger holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Loco shoots in and bounces Plugger off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Plugger is pulling down on Loco's head. It's preventing any offense from Loco, at least for the moment.
Loco passes Plugger's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Plugger is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Loco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Loco works his way into full mount!
Plugger tries to hold on but Loco postures up.
Plugger is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Plugger gets back to half guard.
Plugger preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Plugger is trying to get back to full guard.
Loco is trying to control. Plugger wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Loco is stalling here. Plugger is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Loco seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Plugger has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Loco can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4#
Plugger missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Loco is not content to let Plugger control the position.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Plugger is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pull Plugger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Plugger trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
Loco wants to improve his position but Plugger is controlling well.
Plugger moves into full mount! Loco won't be happy about that!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Loco works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mono Loco.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Loco, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mono Loco!
An out of breath Mono Loco thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
OFK 287 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm
Date: Apr 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Koererlaerer throws a shot to the body.
#TD2#
Koererlaerer looking to score a takedown here. Loco is defending well but Koererlaerer drives through and ends up in Loco's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Loco is looking to cinch up a triangle. Koererlaerer throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Loco's body to avoid the submission. Loco has instead reached around Koererlaerer's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Loco arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 281 -Byczkiewicz Vs Gunner
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1#
A big right from Morad misses.
Erran Morad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morad throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Morad.
Good exchange - Morad coming out on top.
Loco moves forwards but Morad connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Morad misses with a wild body shot.
Morad digs a good body shot into Loco's ribs.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Morad is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Morad circles away and we're back to standing.
Morad digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Erran Morad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Morad scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Morad connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Loco scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Morad thuds his right hand into Loco's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Morad as he jumps to the side.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Morad bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Morad scores with a decent looking hook.
Morad connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD#
Loco tries to sprawl but Morad drives through with a takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morad moves nicely into side control.
Loco takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Morad cracks Loco with a big elbow.
Loco is not content to let Morad control the position. #T2#
Morad scoring with punches from side control.
Loco struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Morad thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Morad is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Loco manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Loco tries to roll over but Morad keeps him under control.
Morad working Loco over with strikes. #T3#
Morad trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morad prevents Loco from improving his position.
Morad scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Morad is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Loco is defending against the submission attempts here by Morad.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Loco has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Morad escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Morad!#SUB#
Morad swings around for an armbar but Loco sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Morad's guard.
Morad managing to control the position.
Loco wants to control from the top but Morad keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Erran Morad dominated that round.
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#
Loco avoids the head kick by Morad.
Morad scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Morad bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Loco manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morad's best efforts.
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Morad winds up and cracks Loco with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Loco moves into full guard.
Morad trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morad postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Erran Morad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Morad drops back looking for a leg! Loco is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Loco manages to kick Morad off! Morad jumps back into Loco's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Morad thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Our spies down at at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1##SUB2#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Morad lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Loco wants to improve his position but instead Morad has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Morad is trying to work for a kimura but Loco is defending well.
#T2#
Loco is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Morad winds up and cracks Loco with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Morad is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Morad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Morad is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morad is trying to control the action in half guard but Loco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Loco trying to control here.
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. Morad connects with a nice short shot to Loco's temple.
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. Morad connects with a nice short shot to Loco's temple. #SUB#
Morad is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Morad wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Morad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Loco gets full guard.#T4#
Loco controls Morad momentarily but Morad frees himself.
Morad stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Morad with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Morad drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Loco manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Morad has Loco in his guard.#REVB#
Loco stays in close to Morad's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Morad gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Erran Morad dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in but Morad avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Morad lands with a shot to the body.
Morad connects with a nice looking jab.
Morad lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.
Morad displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Erran Morad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Morad. Morad obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morad lunges at Loco with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Loco's hand.
Morad with a nice calf kick.
Morad comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time. #T1#
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Loco drives through with a takedown into guard.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Morad has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Morad gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
Morad postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Loco has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Morad is working Loco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Morad lands a couple of elbows.
Morad trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Morad has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Morad working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Morad thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Morad throwing strikes but missing.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Loco in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Morad has Loco pulled in close to control his posture.
Loco looking to pass the guard.
Loco trying to control but Morad is working from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Morad is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Loco controlling from the top position.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Morad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Erran Morad is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Loco postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Morad is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Loco, into his guard. #REVR#
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morad defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Erran Morad showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Morad 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erran Morad!
A less than humble Erran Morad misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
OFK 273 - Byczkiewicz Vs Gomez
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Toal misses the shot to the body.
Loco feinted with a counter takedown.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
Toal is looking for the big counter here.
Toal stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Toal wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Toal lands with a good body shot.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Toal but Toal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A good leg kick by Toal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Toal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Toal scores with a jab to the jaw.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Toal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Toal.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Toal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Toal digs a good body shot into Loco's ribs.
Toal throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice body kick from Toal.
A nice leg kick from Toal, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab from Toal.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
letting Toal counter with a right hand. #TD#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Toal holds on and takes a little breather.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Toal pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Loco postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Toal is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Loco, into his guard. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toal defends well.
Toal is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Toal is one step ahead there.
Toal looking to sit in guard and control but Loco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Toal wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Loco is fighting to break Toal's control of his arms but Toal is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Toal.
Loco trying to control but Toal is working from the bottom.
Toal utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Keir Toal dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Toal ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Loco on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#TD#
Toal gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Loco stays in close to Toal's body and controls the position.
Loco has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Loco drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Toal manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Loco has Toal in his guard.#REVB#
Toal makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Loco trying to control the position.
Toal with a nice head shot there.
Toal looking to sit in guard and control but Loco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Toal working a defensive guard but Loco passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Toal sees it coming and defends easily.
Loco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Toal does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loco sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3##SUB#
Toal is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Toal is working away.
Toal desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Loco is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Toal doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Loco.
Toal is trying is best to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco is thwarting Toal's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Keir Toal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco walks forward, straight into a front kick from Toal.
Toal will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Toal lands a jab to the nose.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco shoots in but Toal avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. 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.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Loco.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Toal darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Toal misses with a double jab.
Loco on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Toal. Toal obviously looking to wear him down.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Toal jabs at Loco's body.
Keir Toal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Loco on the side of the head.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Toal scores with a nice body kick.
Toal thuds a left hand into Loco's body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Toal.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Toal digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Toal counters with a left and a right that stings Loco.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice shot by Toal.
Toal scoring well with a low kick there.
Good shot there by Toal.
A solid leg kick lands there for Toal.
The crowd cheers as Toal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Toal is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Loco rather than just go for the knockout.#T4#
Toal scores with a shot to the body.
Toal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loco stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice cross by Toal.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Toal scores with a hook.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.
Toal fails to land with a series of punches.
Toal lands a nice shot that snaps Loco's head back.
Loco fails with the takedown.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Loco throws a lazy head kick
and Toal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Toal winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 26:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 26:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
After winning the bout, Keir Toal thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Damato moves in looking to clinch but Loco pushes him off.
Damato stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Danga de danga de dang - Damato scores with a four punch combination!
We've been hearing reports that Loco has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nice sprawl there from Damato as Loco shoots in.
Damato tries to clinch but Loco is having none of it.
Loco attempts a counter takedown but Damato avoids it well and moves away.
Damato tries to clinch up.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Loco is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Damato slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Damato sprawls well. Damato wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Damato lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Damato.#T1#
Damato displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Damato sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Loco paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Damato throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Loco counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Damato!
Damato manages to work his way to half guard, despite Loco's best efforts.
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Damato is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Loco is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Damato pushes Loco off looking to stand but Loco dives back in and keeps control.
Damato is refusing to be controlled, as Loco sits in half guard.
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Damato manages to get to full guard.
Loco is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Damato keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Loco lands in his opponent's guard.
Damato is wriggling around but Loco manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
Loco keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Damato keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Damato manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Damato looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Loco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Damato has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Loco has managed to get both his arms back between Damato's legs - danger averted.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Loco drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Loco jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rocco Damato dominated that round.
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#
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Damato swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Damato connects with a looping right hand.
Damato tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Loco manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Damato keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Damato defends well and Loco ends up having to push Damato into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Damato tries to work over Loco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Damato jumps guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Damato is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Loco is aware though and is defending well.
Loco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Damato has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Loco engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Loco advances to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Damato wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
Loco throws a strike but Damato avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Damato looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
Loco throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Damato works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Loco postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Loco paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Damato throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fight stays on the outside here - Damato looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Damato is looking to clinch. #TD#
Loco fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Damato to the ground. Loco is now in Damato's guard.
Damato wants to get back to his feet but Loco passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Damato trying to hold on to Loco's head to control him but Loco postures up.
#T4#
Damato keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Damato wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Loco trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Damato sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco content to control rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Rocco Damato will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're 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#
Loco avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Loco changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Damato avoids it really well and circles away.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Loco paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Damato tries to clinch but Loco is having none of it.
Damato tries to clinch but Loco is having none of it.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up but Loco swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Damato tries to clinch up.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Damato sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Loco. #SUB#
Loco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Damato, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Damato rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Loco's guard! Nice work there by Damato! #T1#
Damato preventing the sweep.
Loco controlling Damato's posture.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Damato is one step ahead there.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Damato got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Damato has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
Loco managing to control the position. #SUB#
Loco has his feet on Damato's thighs here. He's pushed Damato 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! Damato screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
A very excited looking Mono Loco made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
OFK 265-Escalante Vs Hedegaard
Date: Jan 21, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Gay G clinches up against the cage.
Gay G lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Gay G scores with a nice hook to the head.
Loco takes a knee right on the jaw!
#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Gay G throws a knee to the head but misses.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gay G to keep the fight standing.
Gay G putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Loco in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Loco avoids the elbow strike from Gay G, against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Loco has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Gay G looking to throw knees to the head but Loco is blocking nicely.
The referee calls for Gay G to work.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gay G creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gay G lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Gay G landing knees to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gay G lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gay G using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Loco has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Loco tries to pull guard but Gay G forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Gay G with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Gay G pushes off an throws an elbow but Loco leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
Gay G tries to land a knee to the head but Loco blocks with his arms.
#TD#
Loco gets control of Gay G's arms and successfully pulls guard. Loco will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gay G is one step ahead there.
Gay G makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Loco is trying to control the position but Gay G postures up.
Gay G throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gay G throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco controls Gay G momentarily but Gay G frees himself. #SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gay G defends it easily.
Gay G is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
Gay G pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Loco 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.
Gay G must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gay G trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Gay G lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Gay G wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Gay G slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Gay G from controlling successfully.
Loco wants to sweep here but Gay G controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gay G can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Gay G lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Gay G is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gay G postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Gay G is proving a slippery customer.
Gay G advances to half guard.
Gay G wants to pass the guard but Loco is defending well. #SUB2#
Gay G seems to be looking for submissions.
Nice strikes from Gay G there.
Gay G is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gay G scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Loco is pressing down on Gay G's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4##SUB#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Gay G defends easily.
Gay G looking to pass the guard.
Gay G in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gay G is working Loco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gay G wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco working a defensive guard here.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Gay G from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gay G can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
J Gay G dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gay G digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Loco gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gay G dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Loco with a poor takedown #TD2#
so Gay G counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Gay G pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Gay G sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Loco's guard.
Gay G working the head and body with strikes.
Gay G has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gay G passes to side control.
Loco tries to improve position but can't.
J Gay G has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Gay G presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Gay G working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T1#
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Gay G has a good base and remains in mount.
Gay G unloading with bombs!
Gay G is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Gay G wants to control the pace but Loco is squirming around nicely.
Loco taking shots to the head.
Loco tries to hold on but Gay G pushes him away.
Gay G lands a big elbow.
Gay G lands a nice shot to the head.
Loco is in a horrible position here. Gay G smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Gay G raining down hammerfists from mount.
Gay G lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T2#
Gay G prevents Loco from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Gay G is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Loco has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Loco!
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!
Gay G is adopting a defensive guard.
Loco trying to control but Gay G is working from the bottom.
Gay G managing to control the position. #T3#
Gay G controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Loco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gay G has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Loco has managed to get both his arms back between Gay G's legs - danger averted.
Loco wants to control from the top but Gay G keeps moving.
Gay G 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.
Loco content to stall in guard here.
Loco trying to control but Gay G is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gay G has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gay G's corner calls for a 1-2. Gay G obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gay G uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gay G lands a nice leg kick that just misses Loco's sensitive parts. #TD2#
Loco gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gay G looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
J Gay G showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Gay G clobbers Loco with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gay G connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Gay G lands a body shot.
Gay G throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range.
Gay G fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Loco looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gay G throws a shot to the body.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gay G as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Gay G shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gay G showed some decent athleticism there.
Gay G landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Loco regains full guard. Nicely done.
Loco seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Gay G is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Gay G engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gay G scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Gay G avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Loco is trying to keep Gay G in close.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gay G slips nicely into half guard.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Gay G is very close to passing his half guard.
Gay G winds up and cracks Loco with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Loco trying to control but Gay G postures up.
Gay G frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gay G lands with some strikes.
Gay G lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Loco hang on?
Gay G trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Gay G fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Gay G scoring with strikes but Loco is staying in there.
Loco is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gay G fails to move to back control.
Loco keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Gay G is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Loco has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Loco! #SUB2#
Gay G is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Loco is aware though and is defending well.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Gay G has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gay G wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
J Gay G is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Loco trying to control but Gay G is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gay G is pulling down on Loco's head to control his posture.
Loco wants to control from the top but Gay G keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
J Gay G comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gay G has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... J Gay G!
After winning the bout, J Gay G thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
OFK 260 - Chika Vs Chambers
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Loco takes one to the side of the head.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Probert sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Probert connects with the punch.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Probert clinches.
Loco takes a shot to the head.
Probert lands a shot to the body.
Probert prevents a body shot from Loco.
Probert lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Probert gets through Loco's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Probert is working Loco over against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
We've been informed that Probert has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A nice left hand lands by Probert.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Probert lands a right hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #T1#
Good body shot from Probert.
Probert lands a body shot.
Probert lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Probert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Probert turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Still in the clinch, Probert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Probert lands a right hand.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Loco is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Probert is keeping busy.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Probert scores with a hook to the body.
Probert lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Loco takes a shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Probert gets through Loco's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Loco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Probert. #T2#
Probert is pressed up against the cage. Loco has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Probert down to the mat. Probert avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Probert sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Loco tries for a takedown but Probert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Loco is breathing heavily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Probert 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.
#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Bob Probert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD2#
Probert sends Loco crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Probert is motioning to the referee to let Loco up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#KD2#
Probert sends Loco crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Probert is motioning to the referee to let Loco up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Loco is rocked!
Loco shoots and misses
and Probert counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bob Probert!
A relieved looking Bob Probert thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
OFK 254 - Wulf Vs Laine
Date: Dec 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Heceda paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Heceda misses with a looping right.
Heceda leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Heceda on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Heceda counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Heceda throws a jab when Loco was well out of range.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Heceda to the mat! Heceda manages to get full guard.
Loco wants to pass the guard but Heceda is keeping the position.
Heceda really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Loco wants to control from the top but Heceda keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heceda trying to control the position.
Loco looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Heceda not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Loco looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Heceda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice sprawl there from Heceda as Loco shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco slips a jab from Heceda.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Heceda as he jumps to the side.
Tommy Heceda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Loco closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Heceda is not content to let Loco control the position.
Loco staying calm.#T3#
Heceda dodges the ground and pound from Loco.
You can see the frustration on Heceda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Heceda has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Loco tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Heceda is trying to escape the position but Loco is controlling the position.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heceda keeps working.
Heceda is trying to control Loco's posture but Loco avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco 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 Heceda's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Loco slips under a jab.
Loco half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Heceda quickly recovers to half guard.
Loco content to control rather than advance.
Loco'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.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heceda keeps working. #SUB#
Loco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco stalling. #T1#
Loco prevents Heceda from improving his position.
Loco stalling. #SUB#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Heceda sees it coming and defends easily.
Heceda gets back to full guard.
Loco 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. #T2#
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.
Heceda keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Heceda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Loco working for submissions but it's allowed Heceda to get to half guard.
Loco manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Loco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heceda's guard. #REVR#
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Heceda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Heceda trying to keep a closed guard but Loco is proving a slippery customer.
Loco wants to control from the top but Heceda keeps moving.
Loco content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Loco trying to control but Heceda is working from the bottom.
Loco is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Heceda is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Heceda lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.
Heceda lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#TD#
Loco looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Heceda keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura but Heceda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Loco to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco controlling the action here. #SUB#
Loco seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Loco trying to control the action but Heceda is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura here.
Loco sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Loco seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Heceda for as long as he can get away with.
Loco missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Loco controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd cheers as Heceda lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.
Heceda misses with a hook
#TD#
so Loco counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Loco slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Loco is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Loco missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Heceda tries to kick Loco off but Loco keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Heceda is looking to improve his position.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Heceda is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Loco not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tommy Heceda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Heceda avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Loco.
Loco perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mono Loco showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Loco, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mono Loco!
A victorious Mono Loco thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
OFK 248- Collins Vs Vaiduoklis
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gay G's waist but Gay G gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Gay G scores with a sloppy right hand. Loco should have avoided that one.
Gay G has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Gay G comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gay G lands with a good body shot.
Gay G keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gay G changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gay G bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
Gay G with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A lazy left from Gay G finds it's target.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gay G sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco looks for a takedown but Gay G sprawls well.
Loco takes a jab right on the kisser.
Gay G smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A jab lands there for Gay G.#T1#
Good exchange - Gay G coming out on top.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gay G defends well and Loco ends up having to push Gay G into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gay G lands a knee to the head.
Loco prevents a body shot from Gay G.
Gay G throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Loco blocks it with crossed arms.
Gay G lands a left hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Gay G tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Loco avoids it.
Loco takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Loco using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Gay G has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Loco jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gay G walks away with a smile on his face. Loco gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Gay G scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gay G cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Gay G bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gay G, as that shot connected.
Gay G lands a jab to Loco's midsection.#TD2#
Gay G dives in and scores a takedown into Loco's guard.#SUB#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gay G is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Gay G stays in close to Loco's body and controls the position.
Gay G won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Loco is trying to keep Gay G in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gay G postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gay G wants to pass the guard but Loco is keeping the position.
Gay G throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Loco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gay G must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gay G advances to half guard.
Gay G missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gay G wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Gay G sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Loco tries to get to full guard but Gay G has control of the leg.
Gay G 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Gay G is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Loco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gay G is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Loco slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gay G can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Loco has momentary wrist control but Gay G slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Gay G landing some decent shots from guard.
Gay G connects with a couple of short punches.
Gay G controlling from the top position.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
Gay G trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gay G manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Loco with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gay G has Loco pulled in close to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
J Gay G dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Gay G loads up on a big right hand but Loco slips the punch.
Gay G throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gay G. Loco does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gay G cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Loco takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#TD#
Loco gets a double leg takedown into Gay G's guard.
Gay G seems keen to control Loco's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gay G looking for a sweep. Not yet Gay G, not yet. #T1#
Gay G keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Gay G gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gay G defends well.#SUB#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gay G manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Gay G keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Gay G controlling Loco's posture.
Loco controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Gay G controlling Loco's posture.
Gay G looking to control.
Loco trying to control but Gay G is working from the bottom.
Gay G 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.
Gay G has Loco pulled in close to control his posture.
Gay G has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gay G looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Gay G is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Gay G trying to control the position.
Gay G has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gay G lands a slapping body shot.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gay G pinned against the cage. Gay G gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Loco takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Gay G looks to throw the jab but Loco is out of range.
Gay G throws out a powerful jab.
Gay G connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Loco's hands.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gay G circles away.
Gay G tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gay G.
Gay G ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gay G cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gay G dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Loco. That did some damage!
Gay G scores with a jab to the body.
Gay G jabs at Loco's body.#TD#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gay G sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Gay G looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gay G blocking the ground and pound attempt from Loco.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
J Gay G showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gay G chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Loco avoids the body shot from Gay G.
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gay G throws the left hand but Loco avoids the punch easily.
Gay G misses with a straight left.
Gay G tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Gay G.
Nice jab there from Gay G.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gay G sprawls well. Gay G wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Gay G with the counter takedown but Loco avoids it easily.
J Gay G seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gay G throws a lazy right hand but Loco sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Gay G feints and as Loco raises his hands in defense, Gay G changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Gay G stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Gay G trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gay G wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #T1#
Loco wants to sweep here but Gay G controlling him for the moment.
Gay G cracks Loco with a solid left hand.
Gay G trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gay G trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
J Gay G has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gay G with a nice head shot there.
Gay G wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Gay G is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Gay G got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gay G has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Gay G pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gay G accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Loco wants to sweep here but Gay G controlling him for the moment.
Gay G working some strikes from top position.
Gay G trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Gay G from controlling successfully.
Gay G might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Loco haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Loco moves out of range of the strikes.
Gay G stuffs the takedown.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Gay G tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gay G 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 Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Gay G.
Gay G connects with the punch.
Loco takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gay G leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A jab from Gay G finds it's way through Loco's defenses.
Gay G lands with a right hand.
Gay G fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gay G throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range.
Gay G displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Gay G scores with a body shot.
#T4#
Loco tries for a takedown but Gay G sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gay G but Gay G pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
J Gay G is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Gay G manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Loco shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gay G with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Gay G closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gay G comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Loco wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gay G's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Loco creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
J Gay G comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gay G has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 26:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 26:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... J Gay G!
J Gay G seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
OFK 244 - Mircea Vs Egomi
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Vaiduoklis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Vaiduoklis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vaiduoklis.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Vaiduoklis scores with a head kick. Loco tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Vaiduoklis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Vaiduoklis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Vaiduoklis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Loco walks into a jab.#T1#
Vaiduoklis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vaiduoklis defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A punch combination from Vaiduoklis misses.
Vaiduoklis scores with a body shot.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vaiduoklis pinned against the cage. Vaiduoklis gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vaiduoklis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Loco shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vaiduoklis's waist but Vaiduoklis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Vaiduoklis stuffs the takedown.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vaiduoklis. Vaiduoklis obviously looking to wear him down.
Vaiduoklis lands with a nice body kick.
Vaiduoklis feints and then cracks Loco's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Loco down.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vaiduoklis lands with a nice body punch.
Vaiduoklis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Vaiduoklis manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vaiduoklis is looking to counter with a body kick.#T3#
Vaiduoklis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Vaiduoklis.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vaiduoklis with a nice calf kick.
Nice jab there from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a front kick that sends Loco stumbling back into the cage.
Vaiduoklis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vaiduoklis sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Vaiduoklis throws a shot to the body.
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vaiduoklis swivels and escapes.
We've been told by Vaiduoklis's head coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Loco looks winded!
Vaiduoklis lands with a slapping head kick.
Vaiduoklis lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vaiduoklis. That's going to slow Loco down.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vaiduoklis as he avoids it easily.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Loco takes a step back to recover. #T4#
Nice shot by Vaiduoklis.
Loco goes for a double leg but Vaiduoklis avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vaiduoklis continues to drive forward.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Vaiduoklis. Loco shrugs it off though.
Vaiduoklis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vaiduoklis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Loco takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Vaiduoklis stalks Loco and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Loco's face. Loco staggers backwards, shaken.
Loco's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Vaiduoklis scores with a decent looking hook.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick which misses Loco's front leg but catches the back leg as Loco tries to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis scores with a head kick. Loco tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice sprawl there from Vaiduoklis as Loco shoots in.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Vaiduoklis jabs Loco right on the nose. Loco blinks but takes it well.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vaiduoklis lands a head shot.
Vaiduoklis lands a jab to Loco's midsection.
Vaiduoklis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vaiduoklis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Locos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vaiduoklis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Loco at a distance.
Vaiduoklis punishes Loco's body with a nice straight punch.
Loco shoots in but Vaiduoklis avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vaiduoklis connects with a looping right hand.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vaiduoklis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Loco tries to counter it with a takedown but Vaiduoklis pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Vaiduoklis lands a head shot.
Vaiduoklis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Vaiduoklis lands a really nice looking cross but Loco seems unphased.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Loco might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Vaiduoklis has got the better of the exchanges.
A jab from Vaiduoklis finds it's way through Loco's defenses.
Loco has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Vaiduoklis lands with a good body shot.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice jab there from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Loco chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vaiduoklis can pounce on him.
Vaiduoklis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vaiduoklis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Loco is trying desperately to land a takedown but Vaiduoklis is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Loco.
Vaiduoklis scores with a body shot.
Vaiduoklis punishes Loco's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Vaiduoklis lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Loco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vaiduoklis!#SUB2#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaiduoklis knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Loco tries for a kimura but Vaiduoklis is defending well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Vaiduoklis is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3#
Loco blocks the strikes from Vaiduoklis.
Loco is thwarting Vaiduoklis's attempts to control the position.
Loco is stalling here. Vaiduoklis is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Loco seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vaiduoklis has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Loco is looking to reverse the position.
Loco is not content to let Vaiduoklis control the position.
Loco tries to buck Vaiduoklis off but Vaiduoklis is having none of it.#T4#
Loco is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Loco looking for subs from the bottom but Vaiduoklis mounts him!
Loco felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Vaiduoklis controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Vaiduoklis looking to secure an arm triangle but Loco defends it well.
Loco is looking to improve his position but Vaiduoklis isn't that keen on the idea.
Loco wants to control but Vaiduoklis is having none of it.
Vaiduoklis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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#
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab. Loco acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vaiduoklis cracks Loco with a good jab.
Vaiduoklis connects with the punch.
Vaiduoklis scores with a shot to the body.
Vaiduoklis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis catches Loco with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab to the body.
Vaiduoklis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vaiduoklis lands a jab to the head.
#T1#
Loco on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vaiduoklis throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range.
Vaiduoklis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Loco shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Loco takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Loco takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Loco shoots in but Vaiduoklis avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Loco takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vaiduoklis stuns Loco with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vaiduoklis scores with a kick to the body.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vaiduoklis stuffs the takedown.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Vaiduoklis connects with a solid leg kick.
Vaiduoklis throws a head kick that half lands.
Vaiduoklis lands a leg kick that knocks Loco off balance momentarily.
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab to the body.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Loco takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Loco has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vaiduoklis cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vaiduoklis. That's going to slow Loco down.
Good exchange - Vaiduoklis coming out on top.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vaiduoklis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Vaiduoklis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Loco takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Vaiduoklis scores with a body shot.
#T3#
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Vaiduoklis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Vaiduoklis scores with a three punch combo!
Loco takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Vaiduoklis, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Vaiduoklis against the cage but Vaiduoklis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vaiduoklis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vaiduoklis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Vaiduoklis keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vaiduoklis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A left lands for Vaiduoklis.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vaiduoklis throws a one two combo.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Vaiduoklis counters with a straight right hand.
Vaiduoklis lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.
A slapping body kick lands there for Vaiduoklis.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vaiduoklis counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vaiduoklis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vaiduoklis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick which misses Loco's front leg but catches the back leg as Loco tries to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juodasis Vaiduoklis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vaiduoklis 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:25
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:25
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juodasis Vaiduoklis!
An out of breath Juodasis Vaiduoklis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
OFK 235 - Wayne Vs Do Urden
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Collins looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Loco has control of Collins's left arm, preventing Collins from doing any damage. #SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Loco controlling the position.
Loco 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.
Collins passes Loco's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Loco works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins with a flurry of punches that miss.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Loco avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Collins looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Collins postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Collins wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Collins controls the pace.
Collins throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Loco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Collins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Collins from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Collins manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Loco trying to control but Collins is working from the bottom.
Collins controlling the position.
Collins keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Collins is striking off his back. Loco thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
Collins has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Collins is pressing down on Loco's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Collins controlling the position.#T3#
Collins's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Collins controlling Loco's posture.
Collins is trying to keep Loco in close.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Collins closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Loco did well to prevent Collins getting side control.
Loco tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Collins has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T4#
Collins landing strikes, looking to finish!
BOOM! Collins connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Collins trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Loco really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Loco bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Loco wants to pass the guard but Collins is keeping the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Collins working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Loco has passed into half guard!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cadence Collins dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Collins dives in and scores a takedown into Loco's guard.
Collins looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cadence Collins has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Collins from controlling successfully.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Collins manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins is controlling Loco's posture.
Loco trying to control but Collins is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Loco is sitting in close to Collins's body. Collins has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Loco is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Loco is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Collins.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Cadence Collins!
After winning the bout, Cadence Collins thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
OFK 229 - Loco vs Nagasaki
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Loco closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Loco lands in his opponent's guard.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nagasaki looking to control.
#SUB#
Loco has gone for a leg lock! Nagasaki slips out almost immediately though and dives into Loco's guard.#REVB#
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nagasaki content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nagasaki tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Loco wants to control from the top but Nagasaki keeps moving.
Nagasaki looking for a sweep. Not yet Nagasaki, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagasaki controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself. #SUB2#
Nagasaki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nagasaki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Nagasaki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nagasaki with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Nagasaki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Loco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nagasaki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nagasaki trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Nagasaki showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Loco wants to sweep here but Nagasaki controlling him for the moment.
Loco is trying to control the position but Nagasaki postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Nagasaki looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
#SUB#
Loco postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Nagasaki is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Loco, into his guard. #REVB##T3#
Nagasaki trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nagasaki's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nagasaki advances to half guard.
Nagasaki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Loco defending well though.
Loco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nagasaki is working away from the top position though.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Nagasaki sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nagasaki might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Loco haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.
Nagasaki scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Loco makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Loco.#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nagasaki trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Nagasaki scoring with some ground and pound.
Nagasaki postures up and lands a big shot to Loco's brow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagasaki is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Nagasaki avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nagasaki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yuro Nagasaki dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Loco staying out of range there.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nagasaki circles away.
Nagasaki lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Nagasaki counters with a nice uppercut.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Nagasaki counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. 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.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Nagasaki counter with a right hand.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Nagasaki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Nagasaki lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.#TD2#
Nagasaki throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Loco was covering up waiting for the punch and Nagasaki finishes the takedown easily into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Nagasaki is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Nagasaki 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.
Nagasaki working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Nagasaki being controlled here, momentarily.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Nagasaki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nagasaki controlling from the top position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nagasaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco managing to control the position.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Nagasaki advances position into side control!
Loco struggling a bit here.
Nagasaki trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom.
Nagasaki working the ground and pound.
Nagasaki takes a little break here. Loco wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Loco takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T4#
Nagasaki taking a breather here.
Nagasaki trying to control the position but Loco is working away.
Nagasaki working away.
Loco taking punishment in the form of punches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco can't do much from the bottom here.
Nagasaki lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yuro Nagasaki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Nagasaki lands with a cross.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nagasaki but Nagasaki pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nagasaki has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Nagasaki shows good takedown defense.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nagasaki lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Nagasaki as Loco shoots in.
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt. #T1#
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nagasaki swivels and escapes.
Nagasaki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nagasaki connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Loco's hands.
Nagasaki scores with a punch to the head.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Nagasaki sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nagasaki is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Nagasaki circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nagasaki stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nagasaki! But no joy.#T2#
Nagasaki lands a really nice looking cross but Loco seems unphased.
Nagasaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Nagasaki gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Nagasaki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Nagasaki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.#SUB2#
Nagasaki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Nagasaki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nagasaki is still trying to improve position.
Loco trying to control but Nagasaki is working from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nagasaki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Loco is fighting to break Nagasaki's control of his arms but Nagasaki is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Loco steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nagasaki.
Loco defending well as Nagasaki loads up on a big left hand.
Nagasaki lands with an overhand left.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yuro Nagasaki really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4##TD#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nagasaki sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Loco controlling the action here. #SUB#
Loco is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Loco 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. #SUB2#
Nagasaki looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
Nagasaki keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Nagasaki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Loco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Loco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nagasaki tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Nagasaki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Nagasaki is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Loco is aware though and is defending well.
Loco throws a big right hand that misses.
Loco advances position into side control!
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nagasaki keeps working.
Nagasaki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Loco's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Loco is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Loco is trying to control the action in half guard but Nagasaki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Loco prevents Nagasaki from improving his position.
Nagasaki is pressing down on Loco's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Nagasaki throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Loco showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nagasaki trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nagasaki as he jumps to the side.
Donk. Nagasaki catches Loco right on the button with a cross.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco defending well as Nagasaki loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
That's time! Loco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Nice sprawl there from Nagasaki as Loco shoots in.
Loco shoots and misses
and Nagasaki counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nagasaki cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Nagasaki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nagasaki stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Loco tries for a takedown but Nagasaki circles away easily
and Nagasaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nagasaki throws a nice outside leg kick.
Loco tries for a takedown but Nagasaki circles away easily
and Nagasaki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nagasaki scores with a shot to the body.
Nagasaki fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Loco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nagasaki to score with a decent uppercut.
Nagasaki tests Loco's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Loco looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nagasaki.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nagasaki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Nagasaki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nagasaki tries to work over Loco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nagasaki blocks the elbow strike.
#T3#
A body shot lands from Nagasaki.
Loco wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nagasaki cracks Loco with a nice body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Nagasaki.
Nagasaki throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Locos head. #BC2#
Nagasaki's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nagasaki is looking to slow Loco down with leg kicks.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco shoots and misses
and Nagasaki cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Nagasaki saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Nagasaki counter with a right hand. #T4##TD2#
Nagasaki shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Loco won't allow Nagasaki to pass to mount.
Nagasaki keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nagasaki is trying to control. Loco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nagasaki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Loco knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Loco is not content to let Nagasaki control the position.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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. Nagasaki connects with a nice short shot to Loco's temple.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yuro Nagasaki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nagasaki has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 45:49
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 45:49
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 45:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yuro Nagasaki!
Yuro Nagasaki is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Yuro Nagasaki, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
OFK225-Byczkiewicz Vs Mustonen
Date: Sep 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Pardi misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Loco postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Pardi is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Loco, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Loco is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Pardi frees his head nicely. Oh but Loco has switched to an armbar! Pardi is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco is the new featherweight champion!
Mono Loco thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Kristof Pardi spoke after the fight, saying 'That was intense. REALLY intense. Well, not really intense. But pretty intense (https://youtu.be/OhbPPy4TuYI)'. |
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Event:
OFK 218 -
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kirk to keep the fight standing.
Kirk taking a breather.#TD2#
Kirk has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Loco clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Loco is really stuck here.
Kirk lands punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Loco fending off the submission attempt from Kirk.
Loco tries to break free.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Kirk looking for the choke but no joy.
Loco is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T1#
Kirk scores with punches from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco tries to roll but Kirk sticks to his back.
Kirk looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
#SUB2#
Kirk is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Loco is defending well though. Kirk let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Kirk is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Kirk is persistently looking for the submission but Loco is defending it well.
Loco's coaches at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Kirk is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Kirk is hanging on to Loco's back as he tries to escape.
#T2#
Kirk throwing damaging strikes from the back! Loco could be in trouble here!
Loco is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kirk lands punches and elbows.
You can see the frustration on Loco's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kirk lands an elbow to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Kirk has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kirk is trying to stick to Loco's back but Loco is turning into Kirk. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kirk's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Loco.
Kirk looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kirk is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kirk manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Kirk is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kirk content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Loco is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Loco trying to control the pace.
Kirk trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
Kirk slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kirk is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Loco is controlling him.
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Loco wants to control from the top but Kirk keeps moving.
Kirk is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Loco is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gilmat Kirk dominated that round.
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#
Kirk defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.#CL2#
Kirk pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Kirk lands a right hand.
Loco wants to take the fight to the mat but Kirk manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Loco with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#TD2#
Kirk decides to pull guard.
Kirk seems keen to control Loco's posture.
Kirk keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco won't allow Kirk to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Kirk gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kirk is one step ahead there. #T1#
Kirk chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Kirk avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Kirk got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kirk has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Kirk drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kirk jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Loco looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kirk is defending well. Loco quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kirk has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Loco celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
OFK 211 -
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Loco shoots and misses
and King counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Loco tries for a takedown but King circles away easily
and King connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
King leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
James King has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and King connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
King scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
King scores with a one two! Loco had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
King fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Loco takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by King!
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but King avoids it really well and circles away.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
King keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Loco scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
King struggling a bit here.
Loco trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on King's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2##SUB2#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
King holds on to Loco's head and controls the position momentarily.
Loco trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
King is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
King manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Loco trying to control from half guard but King is working away.
King is trying to control but can't.
King is doing well to control the position and prevent Loco from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
King scores with a nice head shot.
Jab, jab by King - just one landing.
King stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and King wants it to stay on the feet.
Loco takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Loco goes for a double leg but King avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as King continues to drive forward.
King is looking to counter punch.
King with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loco blocks a head kick by King.
King lands with a cross.
James King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
King throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James King dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
King misses with a head kick.
King lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.
We've been told by King's head coaches at Crapollas Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The crowd cheers as King lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but King avoids it really well and circles away.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts King as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and King counters with a straight right hand.
James King has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
King stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
King throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Loco dives in and grabs King's left leg, looking for a takedown. King pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
King is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Loco takes a kick to the side of the head.#TD2#
King tries to sprawl but Loco drives through with a takedown into half guard.
King has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Loco is on him like a limpet, forcing King back against the cage.#BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
King lands with a good body shot.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Loco.
This has been an exciting period of action!
King connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Loco with a poor takedown
and King counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
King misses with a few strikes there.
Loco drops down looking to force a counter takedown but King defends it well.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Jab by King.#T2#
King keeps Loco at a distance using the push kick.
King smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King throws a nice head kick!
Loco with a poor takedown
and King counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
King lands a jab-cross combination.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and King counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A jab from King finds it's way through Loco's defenses.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling King to counter with a crisp jab.
Loco takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T3#
King connects with a good right hand that stumbles Loco. Loco circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
King was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
King is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Loco dives in and grabs King's left leg, looking for a takedown. King pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
James King is winning the standup battle so far.
King lands a head kick!
Nice uppercut there from King.
Loco has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
King thows a body kick. Loco tries to catch it but that hurt him.
King throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
King works over Loco's head and body with a nice combination.
King throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and King counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco misses with a takedown
and King counters with a straight right hand.
Loco has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from King.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Loco shoots and misses
and King counters with a straight right hand.
Loco takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Loco takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
King scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD2#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Loco is breathing heavily.
Loco sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James King dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Loco takes one on the button.#TD2#
Loco gets the takedown into side control.
King tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
King is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
King wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
King wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but King is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##ES#
King has one foot on Loco's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Loco steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from King. That one must have hurt.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and King counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and King counters with a straight right hand.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
King scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
King buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Loco with a poor takedown
and King counters with a thumping low kick.
James King has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#T2#
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with King, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes King against the cage but King circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
King lands a jab to Loco's midsection.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but King defends well and Loco ends up having to push King into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
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!
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
King scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
King lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
King lands a nice looking body kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Loco crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from King - the referee stops the clock and Loco gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says King. Loco manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A head kick from King lands but Loco takes it in his stride.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3#
Nice shot lands for King.
Loco stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from King.
King fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and King connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco with a poor takedown
and King counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
King's corner calls for a 1-2. King obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
King lets loose with a powerful body kick. Loco will feel that in the morning.
King scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
King works Loco's body with a nice hook.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by King.#T4#
King lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
King connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Loco changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice uppercut there from King.
King lands with a hook. Loco tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Loco fails with the takedown
and King cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James King clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
A solid leg kick lands there for King.
Loco walks forward, straight into a front kick from King.
King with the inside leg kick.
King tries a head kick but it misses.
King with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Loco fails with the takedown.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says King as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a stiff right hand.
James King has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
King will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Loco feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Loco chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before King can pounce on him.
King scores with a decent looking hook.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. King tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. King manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
King throws a combination. Loco tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Loco goes for a double leg but King avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as King continues to drive forward.#T2#
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Loco is lucky that one didn't land flush.
King cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
enabling King to counter with a crisp jab.
Loco takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
King lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King jabs Loco right on the nose. Loco blinks but takes it well.
Loco shoots in and drives through. King sprawls well.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
King keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T3#
King smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King pulls out of a head kick attempt.
King scores with a decent looking hook.
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Loco with the counter takedown but King avoids it easily.#TD2#
Loco drives through with a takedown into King's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
King keeping full guard, as Loco tries to pass.
King pulls Loco in to control the position.
King trying to control the position.
#T4#
Loco is fighting to break King's control of his arms but King is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Loco 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.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. King swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
King thinks about countering with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James King had his way with Mono Loco in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Loco takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
King smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from King - that will leave a mark!
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco with a poor takedown
and King counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King feints and then cracks Loco's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Loco down.
King tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
King throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
King lands a right hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by King. That's going to slow Loco down.
King looking to land some kicks to the body here.
King with a jab.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a nice uppercut.
James King has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a nice body shot.
Loco is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but King manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
King thinks about countering with a head kick.
King scores with a spinning back kick!
James King is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
King changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
King lands with a kick to the temple. Loco shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A slapping body kick lands there for King.
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!
King bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
King scores with a spinning back kick!
King throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Loco changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Loco's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
King displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
King tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Loco on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
King lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Loco chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before King can pounce on him.
Loco shoots and misses
and King makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a stiff right hand.
King misses with the combination.
Loco takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but King manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A nice leg kick lands there from King.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but King sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
King scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that's the end of the fight!
James King showed his dominance in that final round.
Well King has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 50:42
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 50:42
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 50:42
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James King!
James King retains his featherweight title!
James King made sure to mention his sponsor, Vegan Gains in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
OFK 205 - King Vs Gay G
Date: Jun 25, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Damato gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Loco to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Loco engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Damato wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Loco manages to pass to side control. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco controlling the action here. #T1##SUB#
Damato is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Damato wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Loco content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Damato tries to kick Loco off but Loco keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Damato has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Loco controlling the action here.
Damato is trying to stand back up but Loco is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Damato tries to clinch up but Loco circles away and keeps his distance.
Loco swats away the attempt to clinch by Damato.
Damato throws a jab when Loco was well out of range.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Damato sprawls and moves away.
Damato will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Damato is quick to defend against it.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Damato tries to clinch but Loco moves out of range.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Loco paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Damato as he avoids it easily.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Damato avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Damato gets a double leg takedown into Loco's guard.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Damato trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco 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!
Loco has Damato pulled in close to control his posture.
Damato trying to stand up but can't free himself from Loco's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
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#
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch but Loco swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Damato fails with an attempt to clinch.
Damato closes the distance but Loco moves to the side #TD#
and Loco counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Damato kicks Loco off and gets back to his feet.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Loco is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Damato's half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Damato is trying to stand.
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Loco is thwarting Damato's attempts to control the position.
Loco perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch but Loco swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Loco changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Damato looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
You can see the frustration on Damato's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Damato is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Damato is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Loco asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Loco controlling from side mount.
The ground and pound from Loco seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Damato is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Damato is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Loco goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Damato rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Loco's guard! Nice work there by Damato!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Damato would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Damato won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco has Damato pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Damato is looking to work some ground and pound but Loco has wrist control.
Damato trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Damato wants to get up but he can't break Loco's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Damato preventing the sweep.
Damato would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Damato moves in looking to clinch but Loco pushes him off.
Loco showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Damato.
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Damato tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco keeps the fight on the outside.
Damato tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Loco manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Loco changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Damato gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Loco is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Damato pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Rocco Damato will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in and drives through. Damato sprawls well.
Loco avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Damato tries to clinch there but Loco circles away.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Damato sprawls well. Damato wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Loco throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Damato was covering up waiting for the punch and Loco finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Damato wants to stand and escape but Loco is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Damato is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Damato can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Damato tries to clinch but Loco moves out of range. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Loco tries for a takedown but Damato sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Damato drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Loco defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Damato tries to clinch up.
Damato tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Loco manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Damato gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Damato working aggressively here.
#TD#
Loco has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Damato is trying to keep an underhook but Loco manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Loco stops Damato from getting back to his feet.
Damato tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Loco content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Damato is trying to stand back up but Loco is controlling him
#T3#
Loco is taking a breather. Damato says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Loco seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Damato for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Damato tries to clinch up.
Loco feinted with a counter takedown.
Loco avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Damato tries to clinch there but Loco circles away.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Damato has Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Damato throws a punch but it's blocked by Loco.
Loco tries for a takedown but Damato manages to get underhooks.
Damato swings wildly with an uppercut but Loco uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Loco. #TD#
Loco pulls guard successfully.
Loco is pulling down on Damato's head to control his posture.
Damato would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Damato wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Loco's closed guard. He's half up but Loco has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Loco pivots and extends the arm, Damato falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Loco! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
An out of breath Mono Loco thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
OFK 199 - Lovanov Vs Hall
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Stone avoids it really well and circles away.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Stone stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stone wants it to stay on the feet.
Brett Stone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Stone looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Loco goes for a double leg but Stone avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Stone continues to drive forward.
Stone misses with a hook to the body
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Stone pushes Loco off and gets back to his feet.
Stone misses with a looping right.
Stone throws a big shot that misses.
Stone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Loco shoots in and gets a takedown into Stone's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stone is on top in guard.
#REVR##T1#
Stone stands up over Loco, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Loco is trying to keep Stone in close.
#SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Stone defends it easily.
Loco looking to control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Stone's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Stone trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco is pulling down on Stone's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Loco is looking to cinch up a triangle. Stone throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Loco's body to avoid the submission. Loco has instead reached around Stone's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Loco arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Brett Stone spoke after the fight, saying 'Firstly I would like to thank my sponsors $&supporters for their unwavering support and to also apologize for my performance today, I promise to do better next time '. |
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Event:
OFK 194 - Temirov Vs Loco
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Temirov throws a right hand that Loco ducks under and follows up with a left that Loco also avoids with ease.
Loco looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Loco blocks a jab.#TD2#
Loco feints and as Temirov raises his hands in defense, Loco changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Loco stops Temirov from standing up.
Loco throws a big right hand that misses.
My spies in Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform me that Loco has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Loco with a flurry of punches that miss.
Loco trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom.
Temirov wants to stand up but Loco is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Temirov wants to stand up but Loco is controlling him.
Temirov keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A nice leg kick lands there from Temirov.
Loco drops his hands momentarily and Temirov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Temirov but Temirov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Temirov scores with a decent looking hook.
Temirov throws a shot to the body.
Temirov misses with an uppercut.
Loco moves away from the strike by Temirov.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Ruslan Temirov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Temirov lands a jab-cross combination.
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Temirov swivels and escapes.
Temirov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Loco sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Temirov scores with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Loco scores with a takedown into Temirov's guard.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Temirov being controlled here, momentarily.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Loco with a flurry of punches that miss.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Loco drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Temirov dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Temirov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Temirov has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Loco in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Temirov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Temirov wants to stand but Loco has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Temirov defends well.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Temirov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Temirov lands with a cross.
Loco staying out of range there.
No joy there for Temirov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Temirov jabs Loco to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Loco dodges the punch combination from Temirov.
Loco tries for a takedown but Temirov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Temirov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Temirov scores with a hook to the body. Loco takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Temirov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temirov 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.
Temirov misses with a hook.
Temirov throws a big shot that misses.
Loco with a poor takedown
enabling Temirov to counter with a crisp jab.
Ruslan Temirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#T1#
Temirov digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Loco moves forwards but Temirov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Temirov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A left lands for Temirov.
Nice defenses there by Loco.
Temirov stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Loco dives in and scores a takedown into Temirov's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Let's hope that Loco 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.#T2#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Loco.#ES#
Temirov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Temirov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Loco on the side of the head.
Temirov lands a slapping body shot.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Temirov pinned against the cage. Temirov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Loco avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Temirov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Temirov lands with a nice combination. Loco backs away looking to recover.
Temirov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Temirov wants it to stay on the feet.
Temirov looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Loco is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Temirov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Temirov tries a low kick but Loco avoids it.
Loco walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Loco drops his hands momentarily and Temirov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Temirov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Temirov misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Loco pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Temirov is keeping the position for now.
Temirov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.#T4#
Yet more stalling tactics from Loco.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet but Loco is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Temirov's waist but Temirov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Temirov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Temirov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Loco walks into a stiff left hand from Temirov.
Loco shoots in but Temirov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Temirov's waist but Temirov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Temirov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ruslan Temirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
A jab from Temirov does it's job there.
Temirov with the inside leg kick.
Temirov throws a right and a left that Loco avoids nicely.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ruslan Temirov is winning the standup battle so far.
Loco has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Temirov finds it's way round the side to connect with Loco's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Temirov misses the target.
Loco with the counter takedown but Temirov avoids it easily.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Temirov.
Jab, jab by Temirov - just one landing.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Temirov tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Temirov to the ground. Temirov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Temirov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Loco eats them both and turns towards Temirov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Temirov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Temirov jabs Loco to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Temirov throws a right and a left that Loco avoids nicely.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Temirov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Loco dodges the punch combination from Temirov.
#T2#
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Temirov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Temirov scores with a hook to the body. Loco takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Loco dodges the punch combination from Temirov.
Temirov throws a low kick but Loco moves out of range easily.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Temirov connects with a right hand. Loco shakes it off.
Temirov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Temirov shows good takedown defense.
Temirov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD2#
Loco feints and as Temirov raises his hands in defense, Loco changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T3##SUB2#
Loco drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Temirov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Loco has Temirov in his guard.#REVR##SU#
Temirov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Temirov feints a jab promting Loco to slip. Temirov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Loco slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Temirov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #TD2#
Loco throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Temirov was covering up waiting for the punch and Loco finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Loco working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Temirov keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.
Temirov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Temirov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Temirov pinned against the cage. Temirov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Loco has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A nice leg kick from Temirov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Temirov sprawls well. Temirov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temirov misses with an uppercut.
Loco shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Temirov tests Loco's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Temirov misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Temirov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Temirov scores with a shot to the body.
Temirov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Loco.
Loco avoids the body shot from Temirov.
Temirov misses with a body shot.
Loco ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Loco takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Temirov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Loco walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Loco takes one to the side of the head.
Temirov misses with a body shot.
Good exchange - Temirov coming out on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sloppy strikes from Temirov. Those never looked like landing.
Loco feints the counter takedown.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Temirov.
Temirov lands a lovely overhand right.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Ruslan Temirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Temirov counters with a right hand to the body.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Temirov counters with a stiff right hand.
Loco is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Temirov connects with a looping right hand.
Loco takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Temirov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Loco has time to react.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Temirov is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Temirov circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco walks into a straight right hand from Temirov.
Loco takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Temirov throws a shot from downtown. Loco moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Loco looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T3#
Temirov is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea.
Loco trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Loco wants to control from the top but Temirov keeps moving. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Temirov sprawls well. Temirov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Temirov just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov had his way with Mono Loco in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R5#
Temirov fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice sprawl there from Temirov as Loco shoots in.
Temirov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Temirov throws a shot to the body.
Loco looks for a takedown but Temirov sprawls well.
Ruslan Temirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temirov misses with a hook
#TD2#
so Loco counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Loco manages to pass to side control.
Temirov is trying to stand.
#T1#
Loco throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Temirov is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Loco is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Temirov is just riding it out for now. Loco eventually gives up the hold. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Temirov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Temirov sprawls well. Temirov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Temirov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Loco.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Temirov connects with an inside leg kick.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Temirov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Temirov lands a jab to Loco's midsection.
Nice shot by Temirov.
Temirov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Temirov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T3#
Temirov connects with a nice looking jab.
Danga de danga de dang - Temirov scores with a four punch combination!
Temirov throws a combination. Loco tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice cross by Temirov.
Loco needs to keep his hands up - Temirov had a free shot at his head there.
Loco displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temirov throws out the jab.
Temirov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Temirov throws a jab when Loco was well out of range.
A slow jab from Temirov misses its intended target.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Temirov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Loco's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Temirov sprawls well.
Temirov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Temirov fails to land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Temirov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Temirov scores with a decent looking hook.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Temirov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Temirov throws a series of punches but Loco avoids them all with ease.
Temirov misses the shot to the body.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Temirov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Temirov defends the submission attempt.
Loco not doing much here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruslan Temirov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Temirov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 50:45
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 50:45
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Temirov!
Ruslan Temirov retains his featherweight title!
Ruslan Temirov very nearly forgot to thank KOMBAT KLOTHING amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
OFK 189- Geno Vs Sripituksakul
Date: Apr 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Pardi with a jab.
Pardi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Loco blocks a jab.
Pardi throws a hook but Loco avoids it easily.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Pardi gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Pardi being controlled here, momentarily.
Pardi is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pardi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loco's guard. #REVB#
Loco has Pardi pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
Pardi trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pardi's guard. #REVR#
Pardi wants to hit a sweep here but Loco passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pardi there!
Pardi working to try and regain half guard.
Pardi wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB#
Pardi showing good submission defense here.
We've been hearing good reports from Loco'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.
Pardi tries to escape the position.
Pardi manages to reverse the position and now he's in Loco's guard. Nice work there by Pardi.
#T2#
Pardi passes into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pardi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Pardi moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Loco.
Pardi cracks Loco with a big elbow.
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!
Pardi working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Pardi lands a few punches from side control.
Loco tries to bench press Pardi off him but Pardi keeps the position.
Pardi trying to control the position but Loco is working away. #T3#
Pardi tries to advance to mount but can't.
Loco takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Loco wants to control but Pardi postures up.#SUB2#
Pardi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pardi scoring with punches from side control.
Loco tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pardi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
Pardi working the head and body with strikes.
Pardi wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Ground and pound from Pardi.
Pardi seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Pardi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pardi working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Pardi is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Pardi is looking to advance position but Loco won't allow it.
Pardi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pardi thows a huge punch but Loco dodges it nicely.
Pardi trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Loco manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
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!#SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pardi defends it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kristof Pardi dominated that round.
That's time! Loco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Pardi misses with a straight right.
Loco appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pardi misses with a looping left.
Pardi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab lands there for Pardi.
Pardi stuffs the takedown.
Pardi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pardi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A slow jab from Pardi misses its intended target.
Pardi scores with a body shot.
Pardi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pardi.
Pardi scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pardi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Pardi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pardi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Pardi.
Loco slips under a jab.
Pardi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Loco's head.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pardi tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pardi to the ground. Pardi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Loco is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Pardi's half guard.
Pardi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Loco stays in close to Pardi's body and controls the position.
Loco postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Pardi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Pardi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Pardi working a defensive guard but Loco manages to pass into side control anyway.
Pardi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pardi is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Loco is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Loco working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Pardi bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pardi is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pardi defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Pardi lying in Loco's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Loco decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Pardi taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
A relieved looking Mono Loco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Kristof Pardi had this to say: 'That was intense. REALLY intense. Well, not really intense. But pretty intense (https://youtu.be/OhbPPy4TuYI)'. |
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Event:
OFK 183 - Alela Vs Petrov
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Loco shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Koererlaerer's guard.
Koererlaerer looking to control.
Loco sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Koererlaerer is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea.
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Koererlaerer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Loco pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Koererlaerer is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Loco gets caught flat footed, as Koererlaerer shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koererlaerer cracks Loco with a solid left hand.
Koererlaerer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Koererlaerer scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Koererlaerer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Koererlaerer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Koererlaerer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet. #SUB#
Koererlaerer is sitting in close to Loco's body. Loco has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Koererlaerer is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Koererlaerer is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 177 - Jahouli Vs Cosby
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Stone shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Loco moves into full guard.
Stone postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Loco is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Stone has his hands clasped together but Loco extends and breaks Stone's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
A relieved looking Mono Loco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Brett Stone was interviewed post fight and said 'Firstly I would like to thank my sponsors $&supporters for their unwavering support and to also apologize for my performance today, I promise to do better next time '. |
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Event:
OFK 170 - Jahouli Vs McFly
Date: Feb 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Timmon to the mat! Timmon manages to get full guard.
Timmon is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea.
Loco sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Timmon has his feet on Loco's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Timmon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Timmon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Timmon gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Timmon is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Loco is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Timmon content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Timmon stalling.
Loco looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Loco tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Timmon smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Timmon scores with a push kick.#CL2#
Timmon closes the distance and clinches.
Timmon has Loco pushed against the cage.
Loco tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T2#
Loco fails to pull guard.
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Timmon gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Timmon prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Loco moves out of range of the body kick from Timmon.
Timmon with a jab.
Timmon throws a nice looking combination but Loco bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
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!#TD#
Loco closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Timmon did well to prevent Loco getting side control.#T3#
Loco is trying to control the action in half guard but Timmon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Loco stops Timmon from getting back to his feet.
Loco slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Timmon defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura but Timmon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Loco to get the leverage.
Timmon wants to stand back up but Loco manages to pass into side control.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Loco goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Timmon has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Loco but great work by Timmon.
Loco tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
Timmon stands up.
Timmon lands a head shot.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Timmon throws a one two combo.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timmon sprawls well. Timmon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Braylin Timmon dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Timmon scores with a decent looking hook.
Timmon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Timmon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Loco shoots in but Timmon avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Timmon moves into the clinch successfully.
Loco tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Timmon just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timmon leaning against his opponent.
Timmon stalling in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Loco.
#T1##BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Timmon throws a series of punches but Loco moves out of range.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Timmon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Timmon connects with a looping right hand.
Timmon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Timmon is looking to clinch but Loco is avoiding it.
Loco attempts a counter takedown but Timmon avoids it well and moves away.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timmon sprawls well. Timmon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Timmon sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T2#
Loco is keen to just control but Timmon is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Timmon defends the submission attempt.
Timmon is not content to let Loco control the position.
Braylin Timmon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Timmon is trying to stand back up but Loco is controlling him
Loco looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Timmon is trying to stand.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Timmon, which made it look bad.
Timmon throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Loco counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Loco.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Timmon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco prevents Timmon from getting back to his feet.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Loco controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Loco prevents Timmon from getting back to his feet.
Timmon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Timmon is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Timmon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Timmon lands a front kick.
Timmon throws a right hand that Loco ducks under and follows up with a left that Loco also avoids with ease.
Loco appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Braylin Timmon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Timmon lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Timmon.
Timmon tries to clinch but Loco moves out of range.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Timmon gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Loco has Timmon pressed against the cage.
Loco tries for a takedown but Timmon manages to get underhooks.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Timmon turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. 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.
Loco fails to pull guard.
Loco wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Timmon has him pressed against the cage.
Timmon stalling against the cage.
Timmon slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
Timmon is stalling here.
Timmon leaning against his opponent.
Timmon content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Braylin Timmon.#TD#
Loco gets a double leg takedown into Timmon's guard.
Timmon wriggles free and stands up.
Timmon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Loco takes one to the side of the head.
#T2#
Timmon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Timmon sprawls and moves away.
Timmon throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A combination from Timmon does no damage.
Timmon has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Good exchange - Timmon coming out on top.
No joy there for Timmon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Timmon moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL2#
Timmon takes the fight into the clinch.
Timmon is stalling here.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Timmon has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Timmon prevents Loco from breaking the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Loco tries to pull guard but Timmon holds him up against the cage and eventually Loco drops back down to his feet.
Loco misses with a punch on the inside.
Loco looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Timmon - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Timmon stalling the fight.
Loco being controlled against the cage.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Timmon has him pressed against the cage.
Loco leaning against his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Timmon.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Loco misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that's the end of the fight!
Braylin Timmon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Timmon has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Braylin Timmon!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Braylin Timmon waved his t-shirt featuring Voodoo Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
OFK 162 - Holloway Vs Plutov
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Koererlaerer throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range. #TD#
Koererlaerer shoots in and bounces Loco off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Koererlaerer will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koererlaerer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco 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.
Loco seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koererlaerer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T1##SUB#
Koererlaerer looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Loco passes into half guard.
Koererlaerer moves into full guard.
Koererlaerer wants to stand up but Loco is controlling him.
Loco controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Koererlaerer is trying to keep Loco in close.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Loco throwing strikes from guard but Koererlaerer blocks nicely.
Loco is stalling in the full guard.
Koererlaerer wants to get back to his feet but Loco is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3##ES#
Koererlaerer has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Loco has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
Koererlaerer is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Loco can't fight it off and eventually Koererlaerer manages to take the fight to the floor. Loco looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Koererlaerer looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Koererlaerer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Koererlaerer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Koererlaerer throws a big right hand that misses.
Loco wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Koererlaerer postures up and lands a big shot to Loco's brow.
Koererlaerer works over Loco with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully.
Loco controlling the position.
Koererlaerer lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koererlaerer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
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!
Loco keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully.
Loco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Our spies down at at Xeroxing Fifty Snails inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Koererlaerer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Loco works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Karsten Koererlaerer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Koererlaerer was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Loco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koererlaerer. #SUB#
Koererlaerer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Loco is just riding it out for now. Koererlaerer eventually gives up the hold.
Loco is pressing down on Koererlaerer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Koererlaerer defends easily.
#SUB2#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Koererlaerer is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koererlaerer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Koererlaerer lands a couple of elbows.
Koererlaerer distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Koererlaerer throws an elbow that misses. Loco uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Koererlaerer's guard. Nice move by Loco!#REVB##ES#
Koererlaerer has his feet on Loco's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Koererlaerer pinned against the cage. Koererlaerer gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Karsten Koererlaerer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koererlaerer throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Loco counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Koererlaerer!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB2#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Koererlaerer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Koererlaerer is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Loco is controlling him well.
You can see the frustration on Koererlaerer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Koererlaerer is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Koererlaerer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco controlling the position from side mount.
Loco advances nicely into full mount.
Loco controlling from the full mount.
Koererlaerer is wriggling around trying to escape.
#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#
Loco working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Loco controlling the position easily from mount.
Koererlaerer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Koererlaerer is working hard here to advance position.
Koererlaerer is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Koererlaerer is looking to improve his position but Loco isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Koererlaerer bucks Loco off and manages to get back to his feet!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mono Loco will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Koererlaerer decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Loco regains full guard. Nicely done.
Karsten Koererlaerer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Loco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Koererlaerer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Koererlaerer manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Loco's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koererlaerer wants to stand but Loco is controlling the position. #T1#
Koererlaerer wants to control the position but Loco says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Koererlaerer wants to sweep but Loco has passed to side control!
Koererlaerer tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB2#
Loco is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Koererlaerer has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Loco has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Koererlaerer taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Loco doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 158 - Gomez Vs Chan
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Megalos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Megalos scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Loco is looking to regain half guard here but Megalos keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
Megalos stands up.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Megalos defends it nicely.
Megalos swinging wildly here.
#CL2#
Megalos has closed the distance and engaged Loco in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Megalos.
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Megalos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Loco goes for a double leg but Megalos avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Megalos continues to drive forward.
Megalos lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco tries to break free but Megalos pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Loco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Loco breaks from the clinch.
Loco gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Megalos lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL2#
Megalos instigates a clinch.
Megalos's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Megalos misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Loco manages to break the clinch.
A jab lands there for Megalos.
Megalos darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2##CL2#
Megalos darts in and clinches Loco up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Megalos breaks the clinch.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Megalos, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Megalos against the cage but Megalos circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Megalos sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Megalos lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Vasilios Megalos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD2#
Megalos shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Loco's guard.#SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Loco working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Megalos has passed into half guard!
Loco gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Megalos tries to stand but Loco is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Megalos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SU2#
Loco is working an open guard so Megalos takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Megalos looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Megalos chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Megalos has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#T4#
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Megalos counters with a slapping leg kick. #TD2#
Megalos drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Megalos wanted to stand there but Loco had control of the position. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Megalos is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vasilios Megalos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Megalos throws a one two combo.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Megalos fails to land with a series of punches.
Megalos missing with a left hand there. Loco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Loco attempts a counter takedown but Megalos avoids it well and moves away.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Loco looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Vasilios Megalos has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco stops Megalos from standing up. #ES2#
Megalos is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Megalos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Megalos.
Megalos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Loco is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Megalos gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Megalos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #BC2#
Megalos breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Megalos scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Loco ducks right into an uppercut from Megalos.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Megalos as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Megalos misses with a jab, cross combination.
Loco attempts a counter takedown but Megalos avoids it well and moves away.
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt.
Loco shoots in but Megalos avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Megalos cracks Loco with a right hand to the side of the head.
Megalos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Megalos throws a nice looking combination but Loco bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Megalos scores with a shot to the body.
Loco shoots in but Megalos avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
Megalos punishes Loco's body with a nice straight punch.
Loco blocks a head kick by Megalos.
Megalos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Megalos fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Loco.
Loco takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vasilios Megalos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Megalos!
Megalos scores with a decent looking hook.
Loco blocks a head kick by Megalos.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Megalos counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Megalos scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A combination from Megalos does no damage.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Megalos is quick to defend against it.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Megalos to counter with a crisp jab.
Megalos stalks Loco and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Loco's face. Loco staggers backwards, shaken.
Megalos looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Megalos sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Megalos throws a shot from downtown. Loco moves away and avoids it.
Megalos throws a series of punches but Loco moves out of range.
Loco feinted with a counter takedown.
Megalos throws a series of punches but Loco moves out of range.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Megalos defends well and Loco ends up having to push Megalos into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco takes a shot to the head.
Megalos tries a body shot but Loco blocks it.
Megalos working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Loco wants to break the clinch but can't.
Megalos pushes Loco back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Megalos goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Megalos on the inside. #BC2#
Megalos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Megalos, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Megalos closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU2#
Megalos has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Megalos uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Loco has time to react.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Megalos, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Megalos against the cage but Megalos circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Megalos missing with a left hand there. Loco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Megalos gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A shot in the inside from Megalos.
Megalos tries a body shot but Loco blocks it.
Loco fails to pull guard.
Loco blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Megalos to keep the fight standing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Megalos - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Megalos.
A short uppercut from Megalos.
Loco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vasilios Megalos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Megalos throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Megalos connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Loco momentarily.
Megalos throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco walks into a stiff left hand from Megalos.
Megalos feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Locos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Megalos pinned against the cage. Megalos gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Megalos fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Megalos scores with a shoulder strike.
Megalos scores with a shoulder strike.
Megalos lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Megalos misses with a hook from the clinch.
Loco leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Megalos swings wildly with an uppercut but Loco uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Megalos breaks the clinch.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Megalos tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Megalos to the ground. Megalos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Megalos connects with the punch.
Megalos ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Megalos - just one landing.
Loco chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Megalos can pounce on him.
Megalos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Megalos lands a head kick!
Loco walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Megalos ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
Megalos throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loco stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Megalos with a hook.
Loco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Megalos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Megalos lands a head kick!
Loco defending well as Megalos loads up on a big left hand.
Megalos with a jab.
A head kick by Megalos misses #TD#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Megalos is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Loco dives into side control.
#REVB#
Loco works to advance to full mount. Megalos defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB#
Loco working for a guillotine from mount but Megalos is in no mood to give up.
Megalos is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Loco sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Megalos wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Loco.
#ES2#
Megalos bucks Loco off and manages to get back to his feet!
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Megalos is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Loco with a body shot.
Megalos lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T4##TD2#
Megalos shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Loco's guard.#SU2#
Megalos stands and steps away. Loco gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Vasilios Megalos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Loco looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Megalos defends well and Loco ends up having to push Megalos into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A short left from Megalos.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Megalos.
Loco looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Megalos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Megalos lands a left hand.
Loco has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Megalos is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Loco tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Megalos's elbow.
Megalos lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vasilios Megalos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Megalos has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 26:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 26:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vasilios Megalos! |
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Event:
OFK 155 - Power Vs Timmon
Date: Jan 01, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Donde shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Donde showed some decent athleticism there.
Loco moves into full guard.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Donde manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Donde.
Loco with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Donde throws his legs up looking for a submission but Loco uses it to pass to side control.
Donde is trying to improve his position.
Loco has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Loco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Donde, who protects the arm well.
Donde is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Loco trying to control the position but Donde is working away.
Donde manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Donde tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg. #SUB#
Loco moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Donde.
Loco taking a breather here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Donde manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T2#
Loco trying to control here.
#SUB#
Donde is looking for a kimura but Loco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Donde to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Donde is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Donde.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Donde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Donde is trying to work for a kimura but Loco is defending well.
Loco trying to control here.
#SUB#
Donde seems to be working for a kimura but Loco defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Donde is looking for a kimura but Loco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Donde to get the leverage.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Loco makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Loco.
Donde stands and throws Loco's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Donde goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Loco rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Donde's guard! Nice work there by Loco!
Loco sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Let's hope that Loco 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.#T4#
Loco wants to control from the top but Donde keeps moving.
Loco might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Donde haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Donde seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Donde is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Raymond Donde will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Loco looks for a takedown but Donde sprawls well.
Donde half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Donde stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Donde wants it to stay on the feet.
Raymond Donde has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Donde avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Donde shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Donde displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Donde saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Donde sprawls well. Donde wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Donde attempts a counter takedown but Loco avoids it well and moves away.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Donde sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Donde feinted with a counter takedown.
Raymond Donde is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Donde counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Donde won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Donde has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Donde thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Donde drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Loco manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Donde has Loco in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Donde is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Raymond Donde overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Loco wants to control from the top but Donde keeps moving.
Loco engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Donde is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Loco is looking to work some ground and pound but Donde has wrist control.#SUB#
Loco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Donde has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Loco has managed to get both his arms back between Donde's legs - danger averted.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Donde is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Donde working for submissions but it's allowed Loco to get to half guard.
#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions off his back.
Loco is taking a breather. Donde says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Donde sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Donde wants to get back to full guard but Loco has passed into side control.
Donde is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Donde is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Raymond Donde dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Donde sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Donde keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Donde manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Raymond Donde has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Donde sprawls well.
Donde changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice sprawl there from Donde as Loco shoots in.
Donde drops down looking for a counter takedown but Loco sprawls and moves away.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Donde manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Donde scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Donde will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Donde seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Loco is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Raymond Donde!
Raymond Donde thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
OFK 150 - Temirov Vs Power
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Gay G swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gay G misses the jab.
Gay G fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Loco has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gay G throws a hook to the side of Loco's head but Loco sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gay G misses with a body shot.
Gay G stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gay G connects with a body shot.
Gay G digs a good hook to Loco's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gay G lands with a cross.
Loco on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gay G ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gay G keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donk. Gay G catches Loco right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Loco takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Gay G's jab looks to have found its range, popping Loco under the eye.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gay G cracks Loco with an open hand slap.
Gay G dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gay G bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
Gay G swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Gay G manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Loco keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco blocks the elbow strike.
#TD2#
Gay G is trying to trip Loco. He has hold of a leg but Loco is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Gay G persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Gay G avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gay G must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Loco working for submissions but it's allowed Gay G to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Gay G is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loco sees it coming and defends easily.
Gay G is keen to just control but Loco is a slippery customer.
Gay G controlling the pace.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Gay G trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
Gay G looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Loco looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Gay G wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working. #T3#
Gay G has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Loco works to full guard.
Gay G throws a big right hand that misses.
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Gay G is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gay G working his ground and pound in the gym.
Gay G connects with a couple of short punches.
Gay G looking to pass the guard.
Gay G is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco looking to control.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Loco is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Gay G has his hands clasped together but Loco extends and breaks Gay G's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
OFK 145 - Urden Vs Tripp
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Labosky rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Loco attempts a counter takedown but Labosky avoids it well and moves away.
Labosky misses with a two punch combination.
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Labosky is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Labosky circles away and we're back to standing.
Labosky displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Labosky's coach down at Tran MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Labosky's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Labosky tries to sprawl but Loco drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Labosky pushes Loco off but Loco dives into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Labosky really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Labosky tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Labosky knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Labosky being controlled for a moment.
Loco creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Labosky sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco controls the position.
Labosky is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
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.
Loco controlling the position.
Loco working away.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Labosky struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Loco is working to tighten his grip on Labosky's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Labosky has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Loco is really squeezing tight and eventually Labosky passes out! Loco breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mono Loco!
A victorious Mono Loco thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
OFK 137 -
Date: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Shamrock misses with a hook.
A shot to the body from Shamrock misses #TD2#
and Loco counters with a takedown into side control.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Shamrock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shamrock wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shamrock has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shamrock is pushing Loco's head away, looking to escape. Loco manages to hold on to the position though.
Loco 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.
Shamrock trying to control but Loco flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
What can Shamrock do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB2#
Loco patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T2#
Shamrock trying to get back to his feet but Loco is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Loco has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Loco trying to control momentarily.
I would not like to be Shamrock right now.
#SUB2#
Loco is looking for a choke. Shamrock gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Shamrock manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. #T3#
Shamrock postures up.
Shamrock tries to stand but Loco is controlling from the bottom.
Shamrock won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shamrock manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Shamrock is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Loco is controlling him. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Loco loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shamrock looking to control.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Loco tries to free his leg and advance position but Shamrock is retaining full guard.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco is pushing down on Shamrock's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shamrock is fighting to maintain full guard but Loco has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shamrock slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Loco misses with a takedown
and Shamrock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Loco has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Shamrock!
#CUT#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Shamrock fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Loco sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Shamrock with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Shamrock, which made it look bad.
Nick Shamrock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Shamrock lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.#T1#
Shamrock lands a jab-cross combination.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shamrock tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shamrock to the ground. Shamrock escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Shamrock.
Shamrock connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
As Loco backs away, Shamrock returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Shamrock keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Shamrock scoring well with a low kick there.
Shamrock seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Loco takes one on the button.#T2#
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shamrock counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Shamrock misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Loco counters with a single leg into guard. Shamrock didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Shamrock looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco postures up.
Shamrock keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T3#
Shamrock pulls Loco in to control the position.
Shamrock bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loco's guard. #REVR#
Shamrock tries to stand but Loco is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shamrock is aware though and is defending well.
Shamrock wants to get up but he can't break Loco's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Loco pulls Shamrock in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Shamrock counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shamrock defends it nicely.
Shamrock throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
enabling Shamrock to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Shamrock dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots and misses
and Shamrock counters with a one-two to the body.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shamrock circles away.
Shamrock throwing a counter right hand but Loco manages to avoid it.
Shamrock scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Loco doesn't seem bothered though.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Shamrock throws a big counter combination but Loco scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nick Shamrock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#TD2#
Loco feints and as Shamrock raises his hands in defense, Loco changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Shamrock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock wants to stand up but Loco is controlling him.
Shamrock looking for a sweep. Not yet Shamrock, not yet. #T1#
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Loco wants to pass the guard but Shamrock is keeping the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Shamrock wants to get back to his feet but Loco is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #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.
Loco drops his hands momentarily and Shamrock takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Shamrock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shamrock connects with a good right hand that stumbles Loco. Loco circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL#
Shamrock closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Loco is working for takedown but Shamrock is calmly controlling the position for now.
Shamrock misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good body shot from Shamrock.
Shamrock tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Loco avoids it.
Good body shot from Shamrock.
Loco tries to pull guard but Shamrock won't allow it.
#T3#
Shamrock lands a body punch.
Loco wants to take the fight to the mat but Shamrock manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Loco tries to pull guard but Shamrock holds him up against the cage and eventually Loco drops back down to his feet.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A right hook to the body lands for Shamrock.
Loco wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Shamrock lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Shamrock.
Shamrock struggles to land a body shot inside as Loco controls his hands.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Shamrock has him pressed against the cage.
Loco has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Shamrock after a bit of a struggle.
Shamrock misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Loco.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Shamrock to keep the fight standing.
Shamrock pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Shamrock. #T4#
Shamrock prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC2#
Loco breaks from the clinch.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Shamrock gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Shamrock uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Loco has time to react.
Shamrock scores with a one two! Loco had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Loco ducks right into an uppercut from Shamrock. #ROC#Loco is rocked!
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shamrock pinned against the cage. Shamrock gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Shamrock lands a nice looking body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nick Shamrock showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shamrock has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Shamrock!
After the fight, Nick Shamrock 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:
OFK 131 - Graves Vs plutov
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fresh sprawls well. Fresh wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Fresh dives in and scores a takedown into Loco's guard.
Fresh passes into half guard.
Loco regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fresh must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Loco controls Fresh momentarily but Fresh frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fresh chips away with some ground and pound.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fresh manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Fresh looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1##SUB2#
Fresh looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Fresh has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Loco is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Fresh.
Fresh tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Fresh is working to get back to half guard.
Fresh is squirming around, avoiding Loco's attempts to control the action.
Loco with shots to the head and body - Fresh looks very uncomfortable down there.
Fresh really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T2#
Fresh tries to hold on but Loco postures up.
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Fresh manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Fresh tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Fresh tries to kick Loco off but Loco keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Loco seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Fresh is defending well.
#T3#
Loco content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Fresh looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Fresh looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Fresh manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Loco passes Fresh's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Fresh looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Fresh makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Fresh.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Fresh escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco trying to control but Fresh is working from the bottom.
Loco is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Fresh is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fresh throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
That's time! Loco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fresh tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fresh to the ground. Fresh escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Fresh shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Loco manages to get to full guard.
Loco is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Fresh defends easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Fresh accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Fresh is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fresh sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Loco's guard. #SUB2#
Fresh is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Loco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fresh.
Fresh is looking to take a break and control but Loco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thor Fresh has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Fresh is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fresh trying to control the action but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Loco wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Loco makes his way to full guard, as Fresh worked for a kimura.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fresh working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Fresh trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fresh manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Loco postures up.
#T3#
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard.
Fresh looking to control but Loco passes into half guard.
Fresh wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Fresh is refusing to be controlled, as Loco sits in half guard. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fresh defends it well.
Loco tries to pass to full mount but Fresh defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fresh regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fresh wants to sweep but no luck.
Loco trying to control but Fresh is working from the bottom.
Fresh is looking to stand back up but Loco counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Fresh.
Fresh has his hands clasped together around Loco's back. He's all about the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fresh sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Thor Fresh will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Fresh changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Loco looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Fresh is trying to get an arm triangle but Loco is defending well. #SUB2#
Fresh tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Fresh has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Fresh landing a few strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Fresh thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Loco is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Fresh off and has taken his back!#T1#
Fresh tries to roll but Loco sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Fresh showing good submission defense here.
Fresh can't escape the position.
Loco is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Fresh is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Fresh is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Loco gets his way!
Fresh prevents Loco from getting a body triangle.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Fresh's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Fresh turns into Loco and is now in his guard.
Fresh slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Fresh thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Fresh wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Fresh working away.
Fresh postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#T3#
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Loco struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Fresh tries for a kimura but Loco is defending well.
Fresh wants to take a breather but Loco manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Fresh.
Fresh wants to get up but he can't break Loco's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Fresh wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Fresh looking to pass the guard.
Fresh would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Loco wants to improve his position but instead Fresh has moved into half guard.
#SUB2#
Fresh is working for a kimura but Loco is defending it quite comfortably.
Fresh passes to side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Fresh is trying to get an arm triangle but Loco is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thor Fresh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Fresh has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Thor Fresh!
Post fight, Thor Fresh took to the microphone: 'I finally got me a good team, I had a great camp. I want to thank my team Bolo, Lars, and Juice. This is a team win'. |
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Event:
OFK 123 - Power Vs Volkov
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco looks for a takedown but Smith sprawls well.
Loco avoids a punch combination nicely.
Loco is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Smith.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Smith as he jumps to the side.
Smith wants to counter the offense by Loco and move into the clinch position.
Smith lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Loco has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Smith tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Smith to the ground. Smith escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smith lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1#
Smith throws a combination. Loco tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Some wild striking there from Smith.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Smith counters with a series of strikes. Loco will be more careful next time no doubt.
Loco blocks a low kick nicely.
Smith throws a one two combo.
Smith defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Smith throws a right and a left that Loco avoids nicely. #TD#
Loco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smith!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith is trying to buck Loco off.#T2#
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smith can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T3##SUB#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smith is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.
Smith can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #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.
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but Loco keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith regains half guard.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Loco in particular looking to stall.
Smith is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smith avoid being mounted?
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Loco wants to pass to mount but Smith is defending the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Smith dominated that round.
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#
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Smith as he jumps to the side.
A punch combination from Smith misses.
A head kick misses from Smith.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Smith shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Smith throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith throws a leg kick but Loco checks it.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Smith, which made it look bad. #T1#
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Smith getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Joe Smith seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Smith sprawls well.
Smith fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD#
Loco closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Smith struggling a bit here.#T2##SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smith has escaped the position, nice work there.
Smith is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smith has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but Loco keeps moving and retains side control.
Smith is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Loco has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Loco tries for a kimura but Smith is defending well.
Loco trying to control the position but Smith is working away.
Loco controls the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Smith can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smith has escaped the position, nice work there.
Smith is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Loco is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Loco wants to control the action but instead Smith gets a body lock and reverses into Loco's guard! Nice work!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Smith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Smith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Smith. Loco shrugs it off though.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smith but Smith pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Danga de danga de dang - Smith scores with a four punch combination!
Nice sprawl there from Smith as Loco shoots in.
Smith looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Loco closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.
Loco working away.
Smith is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Smith can't do much from the bottom here.
Smith is letting Loco control him for a moment.
Smith gets back to half guard.
Loco looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Loco throws a strike but Smith avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Smith gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Smith trying to stand up but can't free himself from Loco's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Loco trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom. #T3#
Smith controlling the position.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Smith.
Smith is still trying to improve position.
Loco throws a big right hand that misses.
Joe Smith is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Smith is trying to keep Loco in close.
#SUB2#
Smith is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Loco is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smith misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Smith tries to counter by closing the distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick from Smith lands but Loco takes it in his stride.
Some wild striking there from Smith.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco throws a head kick that misses
and Smith counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Smith comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Smith winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Smith!
An out of breath Joe Smith thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
OFK 118 - Mustonen Vs Bagwis
Date: Aug 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kutvonen! But no joy.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Kutvonen tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kutvonen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco dives in and grabs Kutvonen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kutvonen pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Kutvonen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Kutvonen drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kutvonen misses with a punch on the inside.
Kutvonen working aggressively here.
Loco stalling the fight.
Loco wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Loco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Loco pressing his opponent against the cage. #T1#
Loco fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Kutvonen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Kutvonen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Loco moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKutvonen.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Kutvonen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kutvonen lands a head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Despite the aggression on Kutvonen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Kutvonen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##CL2#
Kutvonen moves into the clinch.
Loco avoiding damage.
A shot in the inside from Kutvonen.
Loco looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Loco is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kutvonen is defending well for now.
Loco tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kutvonen misses with a punch on the inside.
Kutvonen misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kutvonen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Loco has Kutvonen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kutvonen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Loco tries to break free but Kutvonen pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kutvonen manages to break the clinch.
Kutvonen leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kutvonen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco goes for a double leg but Kutvonen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kutvonen continues to drive forward.
Kutvonen scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Kutvonen working aggressively here.
Kutvonen lands an uppercut.
Kutvonen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Loco.
Loco working hard to break the clinch.
Kutvonen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kutvonen lands with a short shot to the head.
A short uppercut from Kutvonen. #BC#
Loco pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Loco shoots and misses
and Kutvonen counters with a stiff right hand.
No luck for Loco with that takedown attempt.
Kutvonen throws a counter combo.#T4#
Kutvonen leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kutvonen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kutvonen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Kutvonen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kutvonen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Kutvonen gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kutvonen fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lusmu Kutvonen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kutvonen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Kutvonen breaks from the clinch.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Kutvonen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kutvonen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Loco shoots and misses
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
A big head kick from Kutvonen and Loco is sent sprawling to the canvas! #ROC2#Loco is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kutvonen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Oh Loco is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Loco is trying to control the position but Kutvonen postures up.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kutvonen is one step ahead there.
Loco seems to have got his legs back now.
Kutvonen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Kutvonen postures up.
Kutvonen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Loco shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kutvonen manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Loco not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Kutvonen wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Kutvonen keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kutvonen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco tries to free his leg and advance position but Kutvonen is retaining full guard.
Loco throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kutvonen keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Kutvonen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Kutvonen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Loco's head.
Loco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kutvonen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kutvonen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Kutvonen.#T4#
Loco 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.
Loco wants to control from the top but Kutvonen keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kutvonen is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lusmu Kutvonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Kutvonen, which made it look bad. #TD#
Loco shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kutvonen's guard.
Loco postures up.
Loco wants to control from the top but Kutvonen keeps moving.
Kutvonen looking for a sweep. Not yet Kutvonen, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kutvonen looking for a sweep. Not yet Kutvonen, not yet. #T1#
Loco 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.
Kutvonen is controlling Loco's posture.
Kutvonen 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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kutvonen! But no joy.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kutvonen takes a swing at Loco's ribcage but misses.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kutvonen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kutvonen avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Kutvonen gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Lusmu Kutvonen seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Loco is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kutvonen is defending well.
Loco trying to land knees to the body.
Kutvonen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Kutvonen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lusmu Kutvonen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Loco has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kutvonen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Loco tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kutvonen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Loco wants to break free but Kutvonen has control.
#T4#
Kutvonen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Loco tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC2#
Kutvonen breaks from the clinch.
Loco takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kutvonen counters with a nice body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kutvonen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kutvonen throws out a powerful jab.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco misses with a head kick.
Kutvonen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lusmu Kutvonen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kutvonen winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 26:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 26:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lusmu Kutvonen!
A very excited looking Lusmu Kutvonen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
OFK 112 - Do Urden vs Kriel
Date: Aug 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Gay G cracks Loco with an open hand slap.
Loco gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gay G connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Loco's hands.
We've been hearing reports that Loco has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Gay G lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gay G misses with a straight right.
Gay G feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Locos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gay G misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gay G. Loco does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gay G fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Gay G darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco tries to get to full guard but Gay G has control of the leg.
Gay G perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Loco gets back to full guard.
Gay G throws a big elbow that misses.
Loco has momentary wrist control but Gay G slips an elbow through the middle.
Gay G told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Gay G is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gay G with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gay G trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco controls Gay G momentarily but Gay G frees himself.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Gay G from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gay G doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gay G manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gay G with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gay G wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Gay G postures up in Loco's guard and throws a big left but Loco blocks it. #T2#
Gay G slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sloppy strikes there by Gay G.
Gay G tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Loco manages to get back to half guard.
Loco works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gay G got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gay G has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gay G controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
Gay G looking for a sweep. Not yet Gay G, not yet.
Gay G is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gay G holds on and takes a little breather.
Loco content to stall in guard here.
Gay G controlling Loco's posture. #SUB2#
Gay G had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Gay G controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
Gay G is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Loco is pressing down on Gay G's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gay G throwing strikes from guard but Loco blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gay G accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Gay G got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gay G has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
Gay G with a nice head shot there.
Gay G stands up over Loco, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gay G engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Gay G has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Loco to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Gay G is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Loco pulls down on the head and he's put Gay G to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mono Loco!
A relieved looking Mono Loco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
OFK 105 - Sector Vs Gomez
Date: Jul 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Dawson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dawson circles away.#CL2#
Dawson pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Dawson lands with a right to the head.
Dawson lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Dawson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Dawson.
Dawson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Loco.
Dawson lands with a short shot to the head.
Dawson working aggressively here.
Loco tries to pull guard but Dawson won't allow it.
Dawson swings wildly with an uppercut but Loco uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Dawson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dawson just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Loco is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dawson is just riding it out for now. Loco eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Dawson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dawson.
Dawson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Loco wants to control from the top but Dawson keeps moving.
Dawson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
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.#SUB#
Loco drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dawson dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Loco looking for subs off his back but Dawson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Still in half guard, Dawson seems content to control.#T3#
Dawson is looking to advance position but Loco won't allow it.
Loco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dawson is working away from the top position though.
Loco gets full guard.
Loco being controlled here, momentarily.
Dawson has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Tōshi. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dawson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dawson postures up.
#SUB#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dawson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dawson 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.
Dawson passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco trying to control here.
Dawson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Roger Dawson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dawson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
Loco shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Loco showed some decent athleticism there.
Dawson is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dawson avoid being mounted?
Loco prevents Dawson from improving his position.
Dawson is staying active underneath Loco, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dawson wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
Loco wants to take a breather but Dawson is having none of it. #T1#
Dawson is trying to control but Loco manages to pass to mount!
Dawson tries to hold on but Loco postures up.#SUB#
Loco looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Loco trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dawson holds on to Loco as tight as he can, avoiding damage.#T2#
Loco trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dawson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dawson is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dawson trying to control but Loco postures up.
Dawson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Loco trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3##SUB#
Loco 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.
Dawson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Loco is looking to control Dawson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco tries to get to full guard but Dawson has control of the leg.
Dawson controlling the pace.
Loco is trying to control but Dawson manages to pass to mount!
#T4#
Loco tries to lock up and control but Dawson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dawson content just to control the position here.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dawson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dawson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Dawson has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dawson content just to control the position here.
Dawson wants to control the pace but Loco is squirming around nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Roger Dawson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Dawson throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Loco counters with a single leg into guard. Dawson didn't expect that.
Loco being controlled here momentarily.
Dawson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dawson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dawson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dawson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dawson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dawson trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco 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.#T1#
Loco being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dawson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco keeping full guard, as Dawson tries to pass. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Loco keeping full guard, as Dawson tries to pass.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dawson is one step ahead there.
Dawson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dawson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dawson is aware though and is defending well.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Loco can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dawson controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dawson throws a leg kick that misses. #T3#
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Dawson sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dawson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Dawson.
Dawson throws a head kick but Loco moves out of range.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dawson sprawls and moves away.
Dawson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dawson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dawson misses with a body kick.
Dawson connects with an inside leg kick.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dawson to the mat! Dawson manages to get full guard.
Dawson pulls Loco in to control the position.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Dawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dawson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
Loco is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Dawson working a defensive guard here.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Dawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dawson pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roger Dawson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Loco throwing strikes from guard but Dawson blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mono Loco.
I think Dawson 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Roger Dawson!
Roger Dawson spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
OFK 101 - Mad Onion vs Line
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Draven clinches with his opponent.
Loco tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch.
Draven slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Draven clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Loco gets tackled into the cage by Draven. Draven maintains the clinch.
Draven pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC2#
Draven pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Loco drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Loco stops Draven from standing up.
Loco not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Draven trying to control the position here. #T1#
Draven is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea.
Loco trying to control but Draven is working from the bottom.
Draven is trying to control the position but Loco postures up.
Draven is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Draven stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Loco lands in his opponent's guard.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Draven is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Draven pulls Loco in to control the position.
Loco trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Loco is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Draven looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Draven escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Draven is trying to keep Loco in close.
#ES2#
Draven kicks Loco off and gets to his feet.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Draven, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Draven against the cage but Draven circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Draven defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.#CL2#
Draven closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Draven breaks from the clinch.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Draven counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Loco avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL2#
Draven drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
#T4##TD#
Loco ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Loco no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Draven trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Draven doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Draven 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.#SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Draven must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Draven 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco controls Draven momentarily but Draven frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Draven dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Draven clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
Draven looking to throw knees to the head but Loco is blocking nicely.
Loco is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Draven gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Loco tries to pull guard but Draven won't allow it.
#BC2#
Draven breaks from the clinch.
Draven tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Loco manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Draven slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Draven sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Draven clinches. #T1#
Draven stalling against the cage.
Loco is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Draven scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Draven's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Draven lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
Draven clinches with his opponent.
Draven has Loco pushed against the cage.#BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Draven.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Draven quickly recovers to half guard.#T2#
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Loco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Draven trying to control from the bottom.
Draven pushes Loco off looking to stand but Loco dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Loco seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Loco is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Draven is just riding it out for now. Loco eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Loco is thwarting Draven's attempts to control the position.
Loco is trying to control. Draven wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Draven pushes Loco off looking to stand but Loco dives back in and keeps control.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Draven sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Loco swats away the attempt to clinch by Draven.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Draven pinned against the cage. Draven gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Draven pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Draven misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Draven clinches.
Draven is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A short right from Draven.
Loco takes a knee right on the jaw!
#BC2#
Draven's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A looping hook to the body misses from Draven. Loco does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Draven pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Draven has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco is trying to break the clinch but Draven is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Draven showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Loco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL2#
Draven pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Draven lands a left hand.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Draven turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Loco drives through with a takedown into guard.
Loco stops Draven from standing up.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Loco 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. #ES2#
Draven kicks Loco off and gets to his feet.
Draven displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Draven, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Draven counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Draven instigates a clinch.
Draven tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A frustrated look appears on Loco's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Draven slows down the pace here.
Draven throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Loco blocks it with crossed arms.
Loco wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Draven's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Draven counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Draven tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Draven forces Loco back against the cage and clinches.
Draven with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Loco is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Draven lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #T3#
Draven connects with a nasty looking knee right to Loco's face.
#BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Draven steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Loco.#CL2#
Draven moves into range and clinches up with Loco.
Loco wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Eric Draven is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Draven leaning his opponent against the cage.
Draven's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The crowd are getting on Draven's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Loco. #T4##BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Draven counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Eric Draven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Draven instigates a clinch.
Draven holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Loco is looking to break free of the clinch but Draven has double underhooks.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC2#
Draven's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eric Draven comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Draven winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Draven!
After the big win, Eric Draven made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors KOMBAT KLOTHING and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
OFK 97 - Shamrock Vs Harper
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Power to keep the fight standing.
Loco looking to slow down the pace here.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Loco gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Power kicks Loco off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Power stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Power wants it to stay on the feet.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco checks a leg kick.
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Power scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Power slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Power misses with a looping left.
Loco has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
Power misses with a low kick as Loco jumps back.
Loco's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Power connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Loco scrambles back to his feet.
Loco shoots and misses
and Power counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Loco keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Power.
Power scores with a crisp jab that stopped Loco in his tracks.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Power counters with a nice low kick that buckles Loco's knee momentarily.#T2#
Loco takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Power.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land. #TD2#
Loco manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Power avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Power is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Alpha Brasil that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Power trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco controls Power momentarily but Power frees himself. #T3#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Power from controlling successfully.
Power is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Power gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Power trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SU#
Power gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Power stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Power fails to land with a series of punches.
Power connects with a jab.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Power makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Power fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Power cracks Loco with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Loco tries to move into range but Power moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Loco takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Power is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL#
Power moves into the clinch.
Power works on Loco's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Irish Power dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Power tries to land a front kick but Loco steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A combination from Power does no damage.
Power lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Power sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Loco tries to keep at a distance but Power has taken the fight into the clinch.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Loco wants to take the fight to the mat but Power manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1#
Loco blocking some punches.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Power throws a head punch that misses.
Loco tries to break free but Power pushes him back against the cage.
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Loco manages to break the clinch.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Power sprawls well.
Loco walks into a straight right hand from Power.
Power scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Loco doesn't seem bothered though.
Power defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jab by Power.
Loco shoots and misses
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Power goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#ROC#Loco is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco is breathing heavily.#T2#
Power changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Loco is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CL#
Power drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
Loco throws an elbow that misses.
Loco drops down looking for an ankle pick but Power pulls his leg out and moves away.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Power connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Power scores with the left hand. Loco knows he should have avoided that one.
Loco tries for a takedown but Power circles away easily#KD#
and Power counters with a nice right hand that sends Loco toppling to the canvas! Loco scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Power finish him?!
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Power finish him?
Power circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Loco to the canvas! Loco doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Power keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Irish Power!
Irish Power gave a mention to ALPHA Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
OFK 92 - Moreno Vs Dokov
Date: May 26, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Loco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Letaivu!#SUB#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Letaivu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco trying to control the position but Letaivu is working away.
Letaivu keeps Loco under control for a moment.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Letaivu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco 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 Letaivu's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1##SUB#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Letaivu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Letaivu struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Letaivu bucks up and tries to throw Loco off but instead Loco has got his back!
Letaivu looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Letaivu is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Loco is staying active.
Loco looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2##SUB#
Loco is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Letaivu knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Letaivu for a finish.
Letaivu trying to control the hands but Loco breaks the grip.
Loco biding his time, looking for the opening.
Letaivu trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Letaivu controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.
#SUB#
Loco looking for the choke from the back. #T3#
Letaivu is keeping busy.
Loco controlling from the back.#SUB#
Loco looking to break Letaivu's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Letaivu remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Loco will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Loco has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Letaivu's body.
#SUB#
Loco is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Letaivu has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Loco struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Letaivu trying to control the hands but Loco won't let him. #SUB#
Loco working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Letaivu is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Loco off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Letaivu just trying to survive but Loco is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Letaivu fending off the submission attempt from Loco.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Letaivu misses with a looping right.
Letaivu misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Loco feints and as Letaivu raises his hands in defense, Loco changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Letaivu controlling Loco's posture.
Letaivu being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco 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. #T1#
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Letaivu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Letaivu keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco advances position into side control!
The ground and pound from Loco seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Letaivu seems a little lost for a moment, as Loco dominates the positioning.
Letaivu is trying to control Loco's posture but Loco avoids it.
Loco is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Letaivu can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Loco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Letaivu keeps working.
Loco taking a breather here.
Letaivu is trying to improve his position.
Loco trying to control the action but Letaivu is working from the bottom.
Letaivu wants to control but Loco postures up.#T3#
Letaivu is not content to let Loco control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pascal Letaivu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Letaivu throws out a loose jab but Loco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pascal Letaivu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco shoots and misses
and Letaivu makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Loco takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Loco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Letaivu!
Loco working away.
Loco taking a breather here. #SUB#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Letaivu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Letaivu struggling a bit here.
Letaivu holds on to Loco's head and controls the position momentarily.
Letaivu struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Letaivu can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in but Letaivu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Letaivu throws a shot from downtown. Loco moves away and avoids it.
Letaivu misses with a jab, cross combination.
Letaivu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD#
Letaivu gets caught flat footed, as Loco shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Loco sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Letaivu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Loco trying to control but Letaivu is working from the bottom. #T1#
Letaivu trying to control the position here.
Loco wants to control from the top but Letaivu keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Loco shoots and misses
letting Letaivu counter with a right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Letaivu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Loco takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Donk. Letaivu catches Loco right on the button with a cross.
Pascal Letaivu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Letaivu catches Loco with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Loco bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Letaivu keeps working.
Loco in side control, throwing shots but Letaivu defends.
Letaivu wants to control but Loco postures up.
Loco trying to control the action but Letaivu is working from the bottom.
Letaivu wants to control but Loco postures up.#T3##SUB#
Loco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Loco wants to control but Letaivu is keeping him busy.
Letaivu is being controlled here.
Loco working away.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
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.
Letaivu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Letaivu wants it to stay on the feet.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Letaivu shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Letaivu is looking for the big counter here.
Loco takes one to the chin there.
Letaivu throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Letaivu sprawls and moves away.
Nice uppercut lands for Letaivu. That snapped Loco's head back.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Letaivu shows good takedown defense.
Letaivu throws a jab when Loco was well out of range.
Loco avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Letaivu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Loco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Loco works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Letaivu has his foot on Loco's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Loco works his way back into a safe position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pascal Letaivu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Loco has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 87 - Harper Vs Gay G
Date: May 08, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Loco looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Donde seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Loco 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.
Loco in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Donde is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Donde keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Donde looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
#SUB#
Donde is looking for a triangle here but Loco uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#T1#
Donde is trying to escape the position but Loco is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Loco creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Donde sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Donde keeps working. #T2##SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Loco working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB2#
Loco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Donde is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Donde looks to move to half guard but instead Loco has passed into mount! Damn!
Donde can't escape the position.
#T3#
Donde slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Loco performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Donde is looking to improve his position.
Donde moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Donde is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Donde will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Loco looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Donde throws his legs up looking for a submission but Loco uses it to pass to side control.
Donde looking for a sweep but Loco has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T4#
Donde is working to get back to half guard.
Loco controlling from the full mount.
Let's hope that Loco 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.
Donde is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Loco is working for a guillotine from mount but Donde frees his head quite easily.
Donde tries to improve his position but instead Loco has taken his back!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Donde is really stuck here.
Our spies down at at Xeroxing Fifty Snails inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Loco is riding his opponent, not letting Donde buck him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Donde, which made it look bad.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Donde half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Donde as Loco shoots in.
Raymond Donde has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Donde throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Donde throws a nice head kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Donde attempts a counter takedown but Loco avoids it well and moves away.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Donde sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T1#
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Donde tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Donde to the ground. Donde escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Donde defends well and Loco ends up having to push Donde into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Donde tries a head kick but it misses.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Donde defends well and Loco ends up having to push Donde into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Donde slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Donde half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Donde as he avoids it easily.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Donde shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Donde sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Donde tries to counter with a takedown but Loco is quick to defend against it.
Loco has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Donde counters with a shoot takedown. Loco fights it but they end up in guard. #T3##SUB#
Donde drops back, looking for a kneebar! Loco looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Loco looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Loco! #REVB#
Donde manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Loco manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Donde thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Donde thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Donde thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Donde defends it easily.
#T4#
Loco 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.
Loco is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions off his back.
Donde moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Loco passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Raymond Donde dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Donde tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Donde manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Donde sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Donde feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Donde drives through with a takedown into Loco's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Donde defends it easily.
Loco is trying to hold Donde in close to prevent damage but Donde has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Donde seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Donde trying to mount his opponent but Loco defends it. #SUB#
Donde is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Donde is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Loco wants to control but Donde is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Loco manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Loco looking to control.
Donde has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Donde drops back looking for a leg! Loco is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Loco manages to kick Donde off! Donde jumps back into Loco's guard.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Loco is trying to control the position but Donde postures up.
Donde advances position into side control!#SUB#
Donde wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Loco, who protects the arm well.
Loco is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Donde tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Donde looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Loco manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3##SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Donde is working away. #SUB#
Donde actively working from the bottom here.
Donde tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Donde sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Donde is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Loco is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Donde is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco 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.
#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Raymond Donde showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Donde has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raymond Donde!
Raymond Donde bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
ALPHA-1: A New Beginning
Date: Apr 17, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Loco dives in and scores a takedown into Rbn's guard.
Loco controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Rbn has his foot on Loco's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Loco works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Rbn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Rbn looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
#SUB2#
Rbn isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Loco stacks Rbn 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 Loco!
Rbn is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Rbn tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Rbn tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.#T1#
Rbn is still trying to improve position.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Rbn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rbn seems a little lost for a moment, as Loco dominates the positioning.
Rbn avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Loco.
Loco controls the position.
Rbn is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rbn is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Loco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rbn, who protects the arm well.
Rbn tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
Loco trying to control the position but Rbn is working away. #SUB#
Loco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rbn is looking to regain half guard here but Loco keeps moving and retains side control.
Loco advances to mount.
Rbn can't escape the position.
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rbn is working to get back to half guard.
#T3##SUB#
Loco working for a guillotine from mount but Rbn is in no mood to give up.
Rbn is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rbn manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Loco trying to control the action but Rbn is working from the bottom.
Loco performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rbn manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Loco trying to control but Rbn is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rbn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Rbn escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rbn being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco wants to control from the top but Rbn keeps moving. #SUB2#
Rbn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Loco takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Rbn enables Loco to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Rbn manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Rbn wants to improve his position but instead Loco has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Still in half guard, Loco seems content to control.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rbn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Loco seems to be working for a kimura but Rbn defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rbn defends it well. #T1#
Loco prevents Rbn from improving his position.
Loco is trying to control. Rbn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rbn tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Rbn wants to get back to full guard but Loco has passed into side control.
Rbn is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Rbn wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Loco has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Rbn's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Rbn is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Loco!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mono Loco!
A relieved looking Mono Loco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Gomez vs Lacplesis
Date: Mar 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marui.
Marui stuffs the takedown.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marui wants to clinch.
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Marui swivels and escapes.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Marui's waist but Marui gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
Marui throws a one two combo.
Marui rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Loco half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Marui lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marui throws a right hand that Loco ducks under and follows up with a left that Loco also avoids with ease.
Naoko Marui is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Loco fails with the takedown.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Marui, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Marui against the cage but Marui circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Marui throws a right and a left that both miss.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marui sprawls and moves away.
Marui lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Marui throws the left hand but Loco avoids the punch easily.
Marui moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Marui swinging wildly here.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marui sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marui swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Naoko Marui seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marui lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Marui has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#T2#
Marui throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Marui clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
Marui struggles to land a body shot inside as Loco controls his hands.
Marui is leaning against Loco and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Marui goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marui content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Loco changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marui fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Some wild striking there from Marui.
Marui connects with a looping right hand.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marui sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marui looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.#T3#
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marui sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marui throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Marui fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.
Marui tries a body shot but Loco blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Loco creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Loco is looking to control Marui's arms but Marui gets an underhook and turns him. Now Loco has his back to the cage. #BC#
Loco breaks from the clinch.
Marui throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Loco on the side of the head.
Marui throws a lazy right hand but Loco sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marui sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marui circles away.#CL2#
Marui drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
Marui has Loco pressed against the cage, preventing Loco from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Loco tries to pull guard but Marui won't allow it.
Marui makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Loco is trying to break the clinch but Marui is controlling him.#T4#
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Marui to keep the fight standing.
Marui lands with a light punch inside.
Loco fails to pull guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marui comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Marui bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
A cross from Marui lands.#CL2#
Marui fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Loco breaks from the clinch.
Loco takes one to the side of the head.
#TD#
Loco closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marui quickly recovers to half guard.
Marui wants to get back to full guard but Loco has mounted him!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Marui can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marui tries to improve his position but instead Loco has taken his back!
Loco controlling from the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Naoko Marui dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Marui throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it.
Marui throws a series of punches but Loco avoids them all with ease.
Marui throws a nice looking combination but Loco bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2#
Marui moves into the clinch.#BC#
Loco breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marui lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marui as he avoids it easily.
A big right from Marui misses.
Marui lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Loco at a distance.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marui has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco moves away from the strike by Marui.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Marui shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marui connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Marui scores with a four punch combination!
Marui tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Marui.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marui as he jumps to the side.
Loco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Marui to score with a decent uppercut.
Marui lands with a shot to the body.
Marui lands a head shot.#KD2#
Marui lands a left and a right that send Loco crashing to the mat, dazed. Marui thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Loco is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
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!
Marui swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Oh Loco is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Marui lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Loco can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Marui and Loco drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Marui.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Naoko Marui!
Naoko Marui was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SMASH: Mazziotti vs Lynn
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Barbosa sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nice takedown defense from Barbosa. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
Barbosa seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Barbosa but Barbosa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Daniel Barbosa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Barbosa counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
Barbosa gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Loco or not.
Barbosa leaning against his opponent.
Barbosa taking a breather.
Barbosa taking a breather.
Barbosa seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T1#
Loco is trying to break the clinch but Barbosa is controlling him.
Barbosa slows down the pace here.
Barbosa pushes Loco back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Loco stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Barbosa stalling in the clinch.
Loco wants to break free but Barbosa has control.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Loco being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Daniel Barbosa.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Barbosa as he avoids it easily.
Barbosa keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Barbosa tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Loco manages to circle out of the way.#T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Loco prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa leaning his opponent against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Loco controls the action.
Loco holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Barbosa turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T3#
Barbosa misses with the head strike.
Loco has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Barbosa is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Loco is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Barbosa has him pressed against the cage.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Loco blocks it.
The referee calls for Barbosa to work.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Barbosa.
Loco is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Barbosa pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Barbosa lands a body punch.
Loco stalling.
Barbosa controlling the action here for a moment.
#T4#
Barbosa blocking some punches.
Barbosa working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Loco has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Barbosa seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Loco can turn it around.
Barbosa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Barbosa.
Loco blocking some punches.
#TD2#
Loco has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Barbosa is trying to keep an underhook but Loco manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Barbosa moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Barbosa dominated that round.
That's time! Barbosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Loco avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Barbosa fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Loco, pushing him back against the cage.
Loco prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Loco can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Loco works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB#
Barbosa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Barbosa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Loco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Loco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Barbosa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Loco drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Barbosa manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Loco has Barbosa in his guard.#REVR#
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barbosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barbosa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barbosa defends it easily.#T2#
Loco is pulling down on Barbosa's head. It's preventing any offense from Barbosa, at least for the moment.
Barbosa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Loco has his foot on Barbosa's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barbosa works his way back into a safe position though.
Barbosa will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Barbosa has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Loco looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Barbosa slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Barbosa really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3##SUB2#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Barbosa defends easily.
Barbosa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
Barbosa works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Barbosa is trying to control. Loco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Loco moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Barbosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Barbosa won't allow Loco to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Barbosa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Barbosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
Barbosa trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barbosa looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mono Loco will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Barbosa fails in his attempt to clinch.
Barbosa tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Barbosa is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Barbosa circles away and we're back to standing.
A counter left hand to the body from Barbosa misses its target.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Barbosa saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Barbosa moves into the clinch.
Loco drops down looking for an ankle pick but Barbosa pulls his leg out and moves away.
Daniel Barbosa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Barbosa goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Loco 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.
#T1#
Loco is trying to control the action in half guard but Barbosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Barbosa is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Loco's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Loco's back!
Loco trying to control the action but Barbosa just sinks the hooks in.
Loco rolls, trying to escape but Barbosa keeps control of the position.
#T2#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Barbosa controlling the positon.
Barbosa keeps control of the position as Loco tries to break free.
Barbosa is trying to stick to Loco's back but Loco is turning into Barbosa. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Barbosa's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Loco.
Loco wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but Barbosa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barbosa is one step ahead there.
Barbosa controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Barbosa from controlling successfully.
Loco working a defensive guard here.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Barbosa looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Barbosa connects with a couple of short punches.
Loco working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.
Barbosa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Loco managing to control the position.
Barbosa sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa is looking to clinch but Loco is avoiding it.
#TD2#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Barbosa sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Daniel Barbosa.
I think Barbosa has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Barbosa!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Daniel Barbosa made sure he mentioned Sydney Fight Gear, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Mazziotti vs Pawlik
Date: Jan 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Loco shoots and misses
and Reedtz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Reedtz connects with a looping right hand.
Loco seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Reedtz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Reedtz sizes up Loco with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Reedtz thumps Loco with a low kick.
Reedtz cracks Loco with an open hand slap.
Loco moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD#
Loco darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Loco trying to control the action but Reedtz is working from the bottom.
Reedtz is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Reedtz avoid being mounted?#T1#
Reedtz works his way to full guard. Good work.
Loco wants to control from the top but Reedtz keeps moving.
Reedtz is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Reedtz lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Loco tries to get to full guard but Reedtz has control of the leg.
Reedtz slips a nice elbow through Loco's hands, connecting with Loco's forehead.
Reedtz trying to control the pace.
Loco is looking to control Reedtz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Reedtz scores with a couple of nice shots.
Loco slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Reedtz working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Reedtz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Reedtz distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Reedtz distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Reedtz postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Reedtz trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reedtz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Reedtz manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Reedtz keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Reedtz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Reedtz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Reedtz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reedtz wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Reedtz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loco's guard. #REVB#
Loco keeping moving, preventing Reedtz from controlling successfully.
Reedtz won't allow Loco to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rasmus Reedtz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Reedtz, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Reedtz against the cage but Reedtz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Reedtz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Reedtz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
Reedtz lands a lovely overhand right.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Reedtz gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Loco has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Reedtz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Reedtz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Good work by Loco as he checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Reedtz. That's going to slow Loco down.
A slapping body kick lands there for Reedtz.
A nice leg kick from Reedtz, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Reedtz.
Reedtz lands an overhand right.#T1#
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Reedtz throws a leg kick which misses Loco's front leg but catches the back leg as Loco tries to avoid it.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Reedtz moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Reedtz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.#TD#
Loco looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Reedtz!#SUB#
Loco tries for a kimura but Reedtz is defending well.
Reedtz is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Loco staying calm.
Reedtz tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rasmus Reedtz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Reedtz holds on to Loco's head and controls the position momentarily.
Reedtz is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Reedtz felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T3#
Reedtz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Loco misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Reedtz is looking for a sweep.
Reedtz tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Reedtz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Loco passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Reedtz! #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Reedtz slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Reedtz keeping hold of Loco's head, controlling as best he can.
Reedtz is pressing down on Loco's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Loco trying to control but Reedtz is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco throws a strike but Reedtz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rasmus Reedtz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Reedtz digs a good hook to Loco's body.
#TD2#
Reedtz fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Loco sprawls well initially but Reedtz persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Reedtz lands a nice short elbow.
Loco wants to improve his position but Reedtz is controlling well.
Reedtz drops an elbow to the side of Loco's head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Reedtz lands a nice short elbow.
Loco on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Loco wants to control but Reedtz is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Reedtz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Loco is just riding it out for now. Reedtz eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reedtz prevents Loco from improving his position.#T1##SUB#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Reedtz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Reedtz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Reedtz working the head and body with strikes.
Ground and pound from Reedtz.
Reedtz drops an elbow to the side of Loco's head.
Reedtz winds up and cracks Loco with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Reedtz is nestled in close to Loco, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Reedtz prevents Loco from improving his position.#T2#
Reedtz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Reedtz takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Loco trying to control but Reedtz postures up.
#SUB#
Loco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reedtz landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Reedtz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ground and pound from Reedtz.
Reedtz working Loco over with strikes. #SUB#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Loco trying to control but Reedtz postures up.
Reedtz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Loco!
Reedtz with shots to the head and body - Loco looks very uncomfortable down there.
Loco can't escape the position.
Loco takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Reedtz with the ground and pound from mount.
Loco is in a horrible position here. Reedtz smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#ROC2#Loco is rocked!
Reedtz lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Oh Loco is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Reedtz breaks from Loco's wrist control and lands an elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Reedtz with shots to the head and body - Loco looks very uncomfortable down there.
Reedtz raining down shots from the mount!
Loco is trying desperately to improve position.
Reedtz is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Reedtz putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Reedtz is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Loco can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Reedtz postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Loco badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Reedtz around the waist but Reedtz pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Reedtz is the winner by TKO! Reedtz jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rasmus Reedtz!
Our winner, Rasmus Reedtz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SMASH: Bundy vs Knox(NC)
Date: Dec 19, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Reedtz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Loco!
Loco wants to control but Reedtz postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Reedtz working the head and body with strikes.
Reedtz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.
Loco is staying active underneath Reedtz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reedtz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Loco is trying to maintain the position but Reedtz is very close to passing his half guard.
Loco moves into full guard.
#T1#
Reedtz working some strikes from top position.
Reedtz working some strikes from top position.
Reedtz stands up over Loco, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Reedtz scoring with some ground and pound.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Reedtz from controlling successfully.
Our spies down at at Xanax For Snacks inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Reedtz keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Loco's head.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Reedtz scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Reedtz landing with the ground and pound.
Reedtz lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Loco controls Reedtz momentarily but Reedtz frees himself.
Reedtz with a flurry of punches that miss.
Reedtz scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Reedtz is working Loco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Reedtz trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco looking for a sweep. Not yet Loco, not yet.
Reedtz trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Loco working a defensive guard here.
Reedtz content to stall in guard here.
Reedtz trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Reedtz preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco is trying to control the position but Reedtz postures 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.#SUB2#
Loco is looking for a triangle but Reedtz pushes his legs off easily.
Reedtz trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Reedtz is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Reedtz, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Reedtz against the cage but Reedtz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Reedtz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Reedtz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Reedtz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Reedtz tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Reedtz to the ground. Reedtz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Reedtz stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Rasmus Reedtz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco drops his hands momentarily and Reedtz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice shot lands for Reedtz.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rasmus Reedtz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Reedtz shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Reedtz was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Loco tries to buck Reedtz off but Reedtz is having none of it.
Rasmus Reedtz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Reedtz cracks Loco with a big elbow.
Loco is looking to reverse the position.
Reedtz working the ground and pound.
Loco is not content to let Reedtz control the position.
Reedtz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Loco is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Reedtz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Reedtz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T1#
Loco is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Loco has hold of Reedtz's hands but Reedtz slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Loco moves into full guard.
Reedtz stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.#SUB2#
Loco is looking to cinch up a triangle. Reedtz throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Loco's body to avoid the submission. Loco has instead reached around Reedtz's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Loco arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco!
A very excited looking Mono Loco made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SMASH: Kraag vs Rawse
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Loco looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Simpson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Loco controlling from the top position.
Loco stands and throws Simpson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco controls the position.#T1##SUB#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Simpson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Simpson keeps Loco under control for a moment.
You can see the frustration on Simpson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Loco throwing strikes but Simpson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Loco is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Simpson off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Loco is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Simpson won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Loco off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
A victorious Mono Loco thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SMASH: Fortier vs Bishop
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Benderson's waist but Benderson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
A big right from Benderson misses.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Benderson counters with a straight right hand.
Benderson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Benderson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Benderson wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good shot there by Benderson.
Benderson lands with a right hand.
Nice shot by Benderson.
Benderson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Benderson misses.
Loco half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Benderson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Loco appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Benderson throws a shot to the body.
Benderson with a nice cross.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Benderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Benderson misses with a hook.
Benderson throws a hook but Loco blocks it.
A cross from Benderson lands.
Loco ducks under a wild hook from Benderson.
Nice takedown defense from Benderson. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
Benderson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Benderson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Loco momentarily.
Benderson looks to land a combination but Loco avoids it well. #T2#
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Benderson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
It seemed like Benderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Benderson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Henson Benderson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Benderson throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Loco counters with a single leg into guard. Benderson didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Benderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard.
Benderson seems keen to control Loco's posture.
Benderson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T3#
Benderson controlling the position.
Loco stands and throws Benderson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Benderson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Loco tries for a kimura but Benderson is defending well.
Loco in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Benderson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
You can see the frustration on Benderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Benderson tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
Benderson can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henson Benderson dominated that round.
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#
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Benderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Benderson sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Loco walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Benderson stuffs the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Benderson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benderson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Loco on the side of the head.#TD#
Loco drives through with a takedown into Benderson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Benderson is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco tries to pull guard but Benderson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Loco has Benderson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Benderson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Benderson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T1#
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
Benderson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Loco lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Benderson missing with knees to the body.
Benderson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Benderson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Loco throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Benderson stalling in the clinch.
Loco jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Benderson walks away with a smile on his face. Loco gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Benderson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Loco swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Loco steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benderson.
Loco blocks a jab.#T2#
Benderson lands the left hand.
A combination from Benderson does no damage.
Henson Benderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Benderson cracks Loco with a right hand to the side of the head.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Benderson circles away.
Benderson throws a front kick aimed at Loco's knee but Loco avoids it well.
Loco needs to keep his hands up - Benderson had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benderson 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 nice leg kick from Benderson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Benderson, which made it look bad.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Benderson tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Benderson to the ground. Benderson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Benderson! But no joy.#T3#
Loco shoots in and drives through. Benderson sprawls well.
Loco avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Benderson but Benderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Benderson has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Loco looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A combination from Benderson does no damage.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Benderson as he jumps to the side.
Benderson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Loco at a distance.
#T4##TD#
Loco decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Loco is taking a breather. Benderson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Loco passes into side control, despite Benderson's attempt to control the position.
Benderson is trying to improve his position.
Benderson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Loco's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Benderson trying to control here.
Loco prevents Benderson from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henson Benderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Benderson works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Benderson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Benderson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Benderson lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Benderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Benderson lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Benderson scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Benderson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Loco backwards. #T1#
Benderson lands an elbow inside.
Loco is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Benderson is keeping busy.
Benderson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Benderson lands a right hand.
Benderson scores with a knee to the head.
Loco is trying to push Benderson away but Benderson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Benderson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Loco tries to circle away but Benderson has him pinned against the cage.
Benderson looking to throw knees to the head but Loco is blocking nicely.
Henson Benderson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A bit of stalling here from Loco.
Loco is trying to pull guard but Benderson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benderson scores with a shoulder strike.
Benderson gets underhooks to prevent Loco's takedown attempt.
Loco wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Loco is trying to drag Benderson to the mat but Benderson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Loco working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Loco misses with a knee to the head.
Loco jumps guard but Benderson stands there with Loco around his waist. Loco gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Benderson has Loco pushed against the cage.
Loco looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Loco tries to break the clinch but Benderson is controlling the position.
Loco letting Benderson take a breather here.
Loco blocks the elbow strike.
#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.
Loco tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Benderson smiles and moves away.
Benderson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Loco tries for a takedown but Benderson circles away easily
and Benderson counters with a two punch combo.
Benderson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Benderson wants it to stay on the feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Benderson.
Benderson moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Loco fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Benderson to the ground. Loco is now in Benderson's guard.
Benderson pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Benderson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henson Benderson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Benderson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henson Benderson!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Henson Benderson made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Apothecary, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: McQuirre vs Barbosa
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A jab from Anto does it's job there.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Anto sprawls well.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Anto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Loco takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Anto defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Anto.
Anto scores with a body shot.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Anto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anto throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Anto defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco looks for a takedown but Anto sprawls well.
Anto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Anto listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Anto leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Anto tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Anto manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Anto catches Loco with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.#T2#
Loco is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Anto displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Anto drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Loco's head, knocking him out cold! Anto is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ameqran Anto! |
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Event:
SMASH: Lacplesis vs Llosa
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shot misses with a looping left.
Shot throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Shot is quick to defend against it.
Shot throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Loco counters with a single leg into guard. Shot didn't expect that.
Shot wants to hit a sweep here but Loco passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Shot there!
Shot wants to hold on but Loco pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco manages to capitalize on a mistake by Shot to take his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shot trying to control the hands but Loco won't let him.
Loco controls the position.#T1##SUB#
Shot showing good submission defense here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shot is really stuck here.
Loco biding his time, looking for the opening.
Loco seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Shot for as long as he can get away with.#T2##SUB#
Loco is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Shot defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
You can see the frustration on Shot's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Shot trying to control the hands but Loco breaks the grip. #SUB#
Shot is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Loco gets his way!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB#
Loco looking for the choke from the back. #T3#
Shot trying to control the position but Loco manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Shot has hold of Loco's leg, trying to break free but it's let Loco lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Shot is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Loco throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
A relieved looking Mono Loco thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Lacplesis vs Kluba
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Limbaugh pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Limbaugh taking a breather.#BC2#
Limbaugh manages to break the clinch.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Limbaugh drives through with a takedown into guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Limbaugh working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Loco wants to sweep here but Limbaugh controlling him for the moment.
Loco controls Limbaugh momentarily but Limbaugh frees himself. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Limbaugh defends well.
Limbaugh stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Limbaugh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Limbaugh has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #T1#
Loco is trying to control the position but Limbaugh postures up. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Limbaugh doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Limbaugh manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Limbaugh with a nice head shot there.
Limbaugh throws a big elbow that misses.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Limbaugh doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Limbaugh manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Limbaugh thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.#T2##SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Limbaugh defends it easily.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Limbaugh not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Limbaugh tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard.
Limbaugh is working Loco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Limbaugh throwing strikes from guard but Loco blocks nicely.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Loco postures up.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.#SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
Loco throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Limbaugh tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Limbaugh can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.
Loco wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Loco trying to control but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Loco won't allow Limbaugh to sweep him here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Limbaugh darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #TD#
Loco throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Limbaugh was covering up waiting for the punch and Loco finishes the takedown easily into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Limbaugh drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
Limbaugh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Limbaugh smiles and moves away.
Loco moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Limbaugh lands with a good body shot.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Loco has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco slips under a jab from Limbaugh.
Loco looks for a takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Limbaugh fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Loco uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbaugh.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Limbaugh uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Loco has time to react.
Limbaugh tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Limbaugh.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Limbaugh lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Limbaugh defends it nicely.
Limbaugh throws a right and a left that both miss.
Loco checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Limbaugh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Limbaugh misses with a series of wild punches.
#T2#
Limbaugh jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Loco enables Limbaugh to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Loco manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Limbaugh missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Limbaugh controls from within his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a triangle but Limbaugh pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Limbaugh lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Loco trying to control the position.
#T3##SUB#
Loco working for a triangle but Limbaugh defends it easily.
Limbaugh stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Loco's head.
Limbaugh is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Limbaugh is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Limbaugh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Limbaugh has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Limbaugh throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Limbaugh defends well.
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.
Limbaugh stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Limbaugh scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Loco working for a triangle but Limbaugh defends it easily.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco looks for a takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Limbaugh sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Limbaugh sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Limbaugh.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Limbaugh shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Limbaugh uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD2#
Limbaugh scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Loco takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Limbaugh landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Limbaugh gets to mount! Loco was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB2#
Limbaugh is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Limbaugh controlling from mount.
Limbaugh with shots to the head and body - Loco looks very uncomfortable down there.
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Limbaugh putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T2#
Limbaugh looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Limbaugh unloading with bombs!
Limbaugh scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Loco?
Limbaugh landing strikes, looking to finish!
Loco regains half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh is thwarting Loco's attempts to control the position.
Limbaugh seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loco taking some punishment here, with Limbaugh in his half guard.
Limbaugh is nestled in close to Loco, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Loco is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Limbaugh pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Loco trying to control but Limbaugh postures up.
Limbaugh is keen to just control but Loco is a slippery customer.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Limbaugh takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Loco gets full guard.
Lester Limbaugh has got the better of the ground game so far.
Limbaugh lands a couple of elbows.
Loco wants to hit a sweep here but Limbaugh passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Loco there!
Limbaugh controlling from the full mount.
Loco is looking to get to half guard.
Limbaugh lands a heavy elbow. #T4#
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Limbaugh trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Limbaugh is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Limbaugh with a couple of short strikes.
BOOM! Limbaugh connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Lester Limbaugh is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Limbaugh avoids the attempt from Loco to control.
Limbaugh looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Loco is controlling an arm, preventing Limbaugh from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lester Limbaugh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Limbaugh has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 26:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 26:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lester Limbaugh!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Lester Limbaugh made sure he mentioned UnderGround Supplements, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Klos vs Camara 2
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Steve Jr throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Steve Jr.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Steve Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Steve Jr misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve Jr stuffs the takedown.
Steve Jr is looking to counter punch.
George Steve Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Steve Jr stuffs the takedown.
Loco is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Steve Jr looks to land a left hand but Loco moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Loco walks into a stiff left hand from Steve Jr.
Steve Jr thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Loco closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Steve Jr's guard.
My spies in Xtramarital Financial Sharks inform me that Loco has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Steve Jr working for submissions but it's allowed Loco to get to half guard.
Still in half guard, Loco seems content to control.#SUB#
Steve Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Steve Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Steve Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Loco content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Steve Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
#SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Loco stops Steve Jr from getting back to his feet.
Loco stalling.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Loco is working for a kimura but Steve Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
Loco wants to take a breather but Steve Jr is having none of it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Loco in particular looking to stall.
Steve Jr tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Loco is working for a kimura but Steve Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Steve Jr is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Loco sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Steve Jr defending well though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Loco wants to work for an arm triangle but Steve Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Loco working over Steve Jr with some ground and pound. Steve Jr looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
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 George Steve Jr will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Steve Jr stuffs the takedown.
It looked like Steve Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Loco.#TD2#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Steve Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Steve Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Loco is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco tries to pass to full mount but Steve Jr defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Loco in particular looking to stall.#T1##SUB#
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Loco passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Steve Jr!
Loco throws some wild stikes that Steve Jr manages to avoid easily.
Steve Jr is trying to stand.
Steve Jr holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Loco tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Steve Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Steve Jr is trying to stand up.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.
Steve Jr is wriggling around trying to escape.
Loco controlling the pace for now. #T2#
Loco's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steve Jr is looking to get to half guard.
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Steve Jr is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Steve Jr because Loco loaded up on that one.
Steve Jr is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
#T3#
Steve Jr is trying to escape the mount.
Loco controlling from the full mount.
Steve Jr tries to buck Loco off but Loco takes his back! #SUB2#
Loco is cranking Steve Jr's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Steve Jr! He's tightened the choke and Steve Jr is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
Our winner, Mono Loco, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SMASH: Niska vs James
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Cruz.
Cruz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco.
Cruz lands with an overhand left.
Cruz throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard.
Loco wants to take a breather but Cruz is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cruz gets full guard.
Cruz 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.
Cruz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.#T1#
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Cruz.
Loco content to stall in guard here.
Loco wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Cruz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Darian Cruz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cruz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Cruz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Cruz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Darian Cruz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Cruz stuffs the takedown.
Cruz looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cruz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Cruz tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cruz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Loco. #T3#
Cruz gets back to half guard.
Loco perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Cruz is working away.
Cruz wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cruz tries to kick Loco off but Loco keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura but Cruz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Loco to get the leverage.
Cruz trying to hold on to Loco's head to control him but Loco postures 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.
Cruz is trying to control but Loco manages to pass to mount!
#SUB2#
Loco swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Cruz is now in Loco's guard. A big mistake from Loco there, giving up the dominant position!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Loco holds on and takes a little breather.
Cruz wants to stand but Loco is controlling his posture from full guard.
Our spies down at at Xtramarital Floating Shingles inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cruz trying to stand up but can't free himself from Loco's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darian Cruz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Cruz dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Cruz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Cruz.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cruz tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cruz to the ground. Cruz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Cruz was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Loco shoots and misses
and Cruz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cruz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Loco shoots in but Cruz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Darian Cruz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Loco.
Cruz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Cruz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Cruz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cruz misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Loco decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cruz's guard.#T1#
Cruz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cruz is trying to keep Loco in close.
Loco preventing the sweep.
Cruz wants to get back to his feet but Loco is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Loco throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cruz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cruz pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Loco back to the cage. Cruz follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Cruz misses with a looping left.
Cruz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Loco.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Cruz trying to control the position.
Loco stays in close to Cruz's body and controls the position. #T3#
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cruz wants to sweep but no luck.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Cruz controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
Cruz wants to stand but Loco is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cruz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Cruz misses the shot to the body. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Cruz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
An attempted straight right counter from Cruz misses the target.
Cruz throws the left hand but Loco avoids the punch easily.
Cruz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cruz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cruz throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Cruz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cruz 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 Cruz misses.
Loco with the counter takedown but Cruz avoids it easily.
Loco tries for a takedown but Cruz circles away easily
and Cruz counters with a one-two to the body.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cruz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Cruz scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darian Cruz dominated that second round.
That's time! Cruz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Cruz, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Cruz against the cage but Cruz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cruz misses with an uppercut.
And Loco tries to counter it with a takedown but Cruz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Cruz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nice shot lands for Cruz.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cruz misses with a few strikes there.
Darian Cruz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cruz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cruz looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Cruz counters with a two punch combo.
Darian Cruz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Cruz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Loco closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Cruz quickly recovers to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cruz trying to control here.
#T1##SUB2#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Cruz is defending well.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working.
Loco prevents Cruz from improving his position.
Loco wants to control but Cruz is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Cruz is defending well.
Cruz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Loco content to control rather than advance.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Cruz manages to get to full guard.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Cruz looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cruz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Darian Cruz is winning the standup battle so far.
A left lands for Cruz.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Cruz misses with a two punch combination.
Cruz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Cruz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Loco circles away quickly and effectively.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cruz as he jumps to the side.
A shot to the liver by Cruz. Beautiful body shot.
Darian Cruz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Cruz throws a jab but it's blocked by Loco.
Cruz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've been told by Cruz's head coaches at Clinch Pride that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cruz lands a nice shot that snaps Loco's head back.
Cruz throws a lazy right hand but Loco sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cruz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Cruz.
Cruz throws an overhand right that lands on Loco's shoulder, as Loco tries to avoid the shot.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Cruz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Loco ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice shot lands for Cruz.
Cruz takes a swing at Loco's ribcage but misses.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cruz blocks the body kick.
It looked like Cruz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Loco.
And that's the end of the fight!
Darian Cruz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cruz, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darian Cruz!
In his post fight interview, Darian Cruz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SMASH: Karlsson vs Lacplesis
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice sprawl there from Irwin as Loco shoots in.
Irwin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Irwin looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Irwin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A quick step to the side and Irwin tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Irwin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Irwin misses its target.
Ethan Irwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Irwin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Nice sprawl there from Irwin as Loco shoots in.
Nice takedown defense from Irwin. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Irwin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Irwin keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Irwin seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Loco drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Loco jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Irwin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Loco controlling from the top position.
Loco postures up.
#SUB2#
Loco drops back looking for a leg! Irwin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Irwin manages to kick Loco off! Loco jumps back into Irwin's guard.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Irwin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Loco is stalling in the full guard.
Irwin looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco throwing strikes from guard but Irwin blocks nicely.
Irwin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Irwin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Irwin gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Nice takedown defense from Irwin. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Irwin sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Irwin swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Loco blocks the leg kick.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Irwin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Irwin defends well and Loco ends up having to push Irwin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Irwin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Irwin sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Irwin is holding on to half guard well.
Loco is taking a breather. Irwin says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Irwin wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Irwin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
Loco content to control rather than advance.
Irwin is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Irwin is defending well.
Loco is controlling the pace.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Irwin keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Loco is working for a submission of some sort.
Irwin desperately trying to maintain half guard.
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 Ethan Irwin will probably get the nod.
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#
Irwin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco shoots and misses
and Irwin counters with a nice uppercut.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Irwin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Loco dives in and scores a takedown into Irwin's guard.#ES#
Irwin has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Loco is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Loco fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ethan Irwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Irwin working hard to break the clinch.
Irwin lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Irwin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Irwin keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Loco's efforts to push away.#T1#
Loco controlling the action here for a moment.
Irwin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Irwin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Irwin tries to break free but Loco pushes him back against the cage.
Loco changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Irwin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Irwin shows good takedown defense.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Irwin circles away.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice sprawl there from Irwin as Loco shoots in.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Loco tries for a takedown but Irwin circles away easily
and Irwin counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice cross by Irwin.
Irwin cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Irwin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Irwin defends well and Loco ends up having to push Irwin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Irwin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Loco.
Irwin stuffs the takedown.
Loco takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard.
Irwin is not content to let Loco control the position.#T3#
Irwin is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.
Well, if Loco is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Irwin keeps working.
Loco throwing shots but Irwin is blocking nicely.
Loco wants to control but Irwin is keeping him busy.
Loco with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Irwin wants to get back to full guard but Loco has passed into side control.#SUB2#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Irwin is not content to let Loco control the position.
You can see the frustration on Irwin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Loco controlling from side mount. #SUB2#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Irwin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Irwin sneaks back into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ethan Irwin dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Loco shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Loco was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Irwin is not content to let Loco control the position. #SUB2#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Irwin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco wants to control but Irwin is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Irwin has escaped the position, nice work there.
Irwin is letting Loco control him for a moment.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Loco is trying to get an arm triangle but Irwin is defending well. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Irwin has escaped the position, nice work there.
Irwin is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Loco is trying to get an arm triangle but Irwin is defending well.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Irwin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Irwin, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Loco trying to control the action but Irwin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Loco is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Irwin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Loco wants to control but Irwin is keeping him busy. #T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Irwin can't do much from the bottom here.
Irwin is not content to let Loco control the position.
Irwin wants to control but Loco postures up.
Loco scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Loco has hold of Irwin's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Irwin tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Loco cranks the arm and Irwin screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Irwin, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SMASH: Vila vs McQuirre
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Shot misses the jab.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Shot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Loco bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shot defends well and Loco ends up having to push Shot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Shot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sebastian Shot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Shot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Good shot there by Shot.
Nice sprawl there from Shot as Loco shoots in.
We've been hearing reports that Shot has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Shot throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shot sprawls well. Shot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Shot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
An attempted straight right counter from Shot misses the target.#T1#
Shot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shot sprawls well. Shot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Loco shoots in but Shot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Shot misses the target.
Loco gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Shot.
Shot swinging wildly here.
Loco slips a jab from Shot.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Shot to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Shot.#T2#
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shot.
Loco goes for a double leg but Shot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Shot continues to drive forward.
Nice sprawl there from Shot as Loco shoots in.
Shot went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shot, as that shot connected.
#CL#
Shot has taken the fight to the clinch.
Loco avoids the elbow strike from Shot, against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shot trying to land knees to the body.
Shot pressing his opponent against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shot just misses with a elbow thrown towards Loco's brow.
Loco blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Loco tries to stall but Shot uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Shot tries a body shot but Loco blocks it.
Shot looking to slow down the pace here.
Loco lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Loco jumps guard but Shot stands there with Loco around his waist. Loco gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Shot lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Loco.
Shot lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Shot is struggling to control the position.
Shot scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head. #TD2#
Loco has hold of one of Shot's legs. Shot is fighting the takedown attempt but Loco gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Shot wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Loco manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shot wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Shot is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.
Shot controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Loco wants to work for an arm triangle but Shot is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Loco prevents Shot from improving his position.
Shot is trying to control but Loco manages to pass to mount!
Shot really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sebastian Shot 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#
Shot looks to throw the jab but Loco is out of range.
Shot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shot misses with a hook.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Shot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Shot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shot throws a lazy right hand but Loco sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sebastian Shot is winning the standup battle so far.
Shot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Loco.
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shot circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Shot misses the target.
Loco steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sebastian Shot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shot avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Shot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Shot misses with an uppercut. Loco saw that one coming.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Shot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A punch lands to the side of Loco 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Loco blocks a jab.
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Shot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Loco circles away from the clinch attempt.
Loco looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Loco tries for a takedown but Shot circles away easily
letting Shot counter with a right hand.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Shot throws the left hand but Loco avoids the punch easily.
Shot is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Shot misses with a looping right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shot slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Shot looks to throw the jab but Loco is out of range.
Shot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco. #T3#
Jab, jab by Shot - just one landing.
Shot swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Loco.
Sebastian Shot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab from Shot misses. #CL#
Shot takes the fight into the clinch.
Shot letting Loco take a breather here.
Loco tries for a takedown. No joy.
Shot misses with a knee strike.
Loco tries to throw a body punch but Shot avoids it by throwing Loco back against the cage.
Shot stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Shot lands a hook that snaps the head of Loco backwards.
Loco prevents a body shot from Shot. #T4#
Shot tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Loco stalling against the cage.
Loco fails to pull guard.
Shot misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Shot as the two fighters clinch.
Still in the clinch, Shot scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sebastian Shot has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Shot struggles to land a body shot inside as Loco controls his hands.
Shot misses with a hook to the ribs.
Shot throws a head punch that misses.
Shot doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco blocks the elbow strike.
#BC2#
Loco pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Loco shoots and misses
and Shot counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Shot fails with an attempt to clinch.
Shot bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sebastian Shot dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Shot counters with a right hand to the body.
Shot throws an overhand right that lands on Loco's shoulder, as Loco tries to avoid the shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Sebastian Shot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Shot misses with a jab, cross combination.
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Shot sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shot.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Shot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Loco moves out of range of the strikes.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shot defends well and Loco ends up having to push Shot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Shot throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shot looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Loco blocks a head kick by Shot.
Shot throws a hook but Loco avoids it easily.
Loco dives in and grabs Shot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Shot pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shot counters with a nice uppercut.
Loco closes the distance and clinches up with Shot, looking for a takedown. Loco pushes Shot against the cage but Shot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Shot misses with a body shot.
Shot connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Shot misses with a series of wild punches.
#T2##CL#
Shot clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
Shot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shot looking to throw knees to the head but Loco is blocking nicely.
#BC2#
Loco breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Shot counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shot scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Shot.
Shot swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Shot misses the jab.
Loco dodges the punch combination from Shot.
Shot throws the left hand but Loco avoids the punch easily.
Loco changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Shot counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Shot misses with a straight right.
Shot lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Shot slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
Loco slips a jab from Shot.
Loco has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Shot finds it's way round the side to connect with Loco's head.
Loco shoots and misses
and Shot cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Shot clinches up against the cage.
Loco is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Shot to keep the fight standing.
Shot is stalling here.
Sebastian Shot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Shot swings wildly with an uppercut but Loco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Loco trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Shot fails to land.
Shot throws a head punch that misses.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shot blocks the elbow strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shot blocks the elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sebastian Shot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shot, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:25
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:25
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sebastian Shot!
A relieved looking Sebastian Shot thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Demolition 10 - TBA
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loco walks into a stiff left hand from Wallace.
Wallace misses with a body shot.
Wallace seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A big left from Wallace misses.
Wallace jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Henry Wallace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Wallace sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Wallace misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Loco closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Wallace has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Loco is working away from the top position though.
Wallace tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
Wallace is controlling Loco's trapped leg to prevent Loco from advancing to side control.
Wallace wants to control but Loco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wallace wants to sweep but Loco has passed to side control!
You can see the frustration on Wallace's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1##SUB2#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wallace is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Loco trying to control the position but Wallace is working away.
Loco 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 Wallace's shoulder. That is not cool.
Wallace trying to control but Loco flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Wallace is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Loco.
#SUB2#
Loco patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Loco thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Loco controlling well, preventing Wallace from escaping the position.
Wallace knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Loco on the ground.#SUB2#
Wallace is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T2#
Loco is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB2#
Loco has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Loco patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Wallace trying to control the hands but Loco breaks the grip.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Wallace defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Loco's arms.
Well, with Loco on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Wallace is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Wallace is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Loco not allowing Wallace to control his hands. #T3##SUB2#
Loco is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Wallace taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
Our winner, Mono Loco, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Demo 5 - Hammerfall v Inarritu
Date: Jan 10, 2020 |
#R1#
Shinjo leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Altansarnai Shinjo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shinjo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Loco tries for a takedown but Shinjo circles away easily
and Shinjo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Shinjo missing with a left hand there. Loco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shinjo scores with a jab to the head.
Loco shoots in but Shinjo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Altansarnai Shinjo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Shinjo gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Shinjo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Loco.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shinjo scores with a nice strike.
Shinjo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco defending well as Shinjo loads up on a big left hand.
Loco ducks under a wild hook from Shinjo.
Shinjo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shinjo avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Shinjo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Shinjo lands a body shot.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shinjo avoids it really well and circles away.
It looked like Shinjo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Loco.
Shinjo throws a shot to the body.
Shinjo lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Shinjo.#CUT#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Shinjo looks to land a combination but Loco avoids it well.
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shinjo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Loco moves away.
Shinjo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Loco. Loco circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shinjo scores with a jab to the jaw.#ROC#
Loco is rocked!#T2#
Shinjo misses with a body shot.
Shinjo digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Shinjo finish him?
A looping hook to the body misses from Shinjo. Loco does a little dance to reset his feet.
Loco drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Shinjo defends it well.
Loco seems to have recovered his senses.#KD#
Shinjo lands a big right hand that sends Loco crashing to the mat! Shinjo stays standing though and waves Loco back to his feet!
Shinjo lands a body shot.
Shinjo looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.#KD#
Shinjo cracks Loco with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Loco looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Shinjo finish him?
Shinjo lands a big right hook! Loco looks hurt but is still standing! Shinjo lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Loco falls down and Shinjo dives in with a huge hammer fist! Loco's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Shinjo runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Altansarnai Shinjo!
Altansarnai Shinjo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
RISE 123
Date: Dec 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Camille scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Camille lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Camille uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Loco takes one on the button.
Camille misses with a hook.
Camille leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Camille pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Camille leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Leto Camille has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Loco gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Camille, as that shot connected.
Camille misses with a hook. Loco ducked under it nicely.
Camille displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Camille stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Camille with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Camille with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Camille, right into the meat.
Loco fails with the takedown.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Camille sprawls well. Camille wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Loco gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Camille.
Camille lands a nice shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Camille - just one landing.
Camille is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Loco looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Loco dives in and grabs Camille's left leg, looking for a takedown. Camille pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Camille is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Loco takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camille dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!
The crowd cheers as Camille lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Loco gets the takedown into side control.
Loco controlling the position.
Camille is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Loco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Loco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3##SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Camille has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Loco is trying to get an arm triangle but Camille is defending well.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Camille is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Camille is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Loco has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Camille is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Loco yanks on the arm and Camille is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mono Loco!
An out of breath Mono Loco thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
RISE 114 Gusmao v Tiger 4
Date: Nov 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Bastard shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Loco's guard.
Bastard is looking to work some ground and pound but Loco has wrist control.#SUB2#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bastard doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bastard manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bastard defends well.
Bastard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bastard cracks Loco with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard.
Bastard throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Loco has control of Bastard's left arm, preventing Bastard from doing any damage.
Bastard scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Loco is controlling Bastard's posture.
Bastard throwing strikes but missing.
Bastard with a nice head shot there.
Bastard trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco pulls Bastard in close to his closed guard and prevents Bastard from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bastard working some strikes from top position.
Bastard throws a big right hand that misses.
Our spies down at at Xtreme Foaming Shortcakes inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Bastard trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bastard is one step ahead there.
Bastard landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Bastard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Loco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bastard is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Loco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bastard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bastard content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bastard wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Loco pulls Bastard in close to prevent any damage.
Bastard lands a couple of elbows.
Loco manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bastard manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bastard is trying to control the position but Loco postures up. #T3#
Bastard wants to stand and escape but Loco is having none of it.
Bastard trying to keep a closed guard but Loco is proving a slippery customer.
Loco is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bastard wants to stand and escape but Loco is having none of it.
Bastard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bastard will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bastard looking for a sweep. Not yet Bastard, not yet. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bastard controls Loco momentarily but Loco frees himself.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Bastard sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Bastard sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Grumpy Bastard dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard.
Bastard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Loco is working away from the top position though.
Grumpy Bastard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bastard wants to stand back up but Loco manages to pass into side control.
Bastard is letting Loco control him for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard is looking for a sweep.#T1##SUB2#
Loco tries for a kimura but Bastard is defending well.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Loco controlling from side mount.
Bastard tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.
Bastard struggling a bit here.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bastard is trying to escape the position but Loco is controlling the position.
Loco is continuing to stall.
You can see the frustration on Bastard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Bastard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Bastard is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Bastard is looking to reverse the position.
Bastard is trying to control Loco's posture but Loco avoids it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Loco throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bastard tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Loco is in Bastard's guard.
Bastard has his hands on Loco's head, controlling the position.
Bastard is trying to control the position but Loco postures up. #T4#
Loco sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bastard working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Loco. #SUB2#
Loco has gone for a leg lock! Bastard slips out almost immediately though and dives into Loco's guard.#REVR#
Loco working a defensive guard here.
Bastard trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bastard's guard. #REVB#
Loco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Loco closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Loco perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Loco trying to control the action but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Loco not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
Loco wants to control but Bastard is keeping him busy. #T1#
Bastard wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
Bastard makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bastard.
Loco trying to control but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Loco postures up in Bastard's guard and throws a big left but Bastard blocks it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bastard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bastard misses with a jab to the body
#TD2#
and Loco decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bastard's guard.
Bastard working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Loco. #SUB#
Bastard looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco preventing the sweep.
Loco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bastard looking to control.
#SUB2#
Loco drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bastard manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Loco has Bastard in his guard.#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bastard doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bastard manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bastard is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Loco working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bastard.
Bastard throws a big elbow that misses.
Loco controls Bastard momentarily but Bastard frees himself.
Bastard lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bastard distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck.
Bastard loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Bastard is proving a slippery customer.
Bastard lands a couple of digs.
Bastard throwing strikes but missing.
Bastard scoring with some ground and pound.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bastard is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bastard distracts Loco with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bastard being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Grumpy Bastard showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bastard 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grumpy Bastard!
Grumpy Bastard seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
RISE 106 Asmundsen v Sailcirc
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Wallace works Loco's body with a nice hook.
We've been hearing reports that Loco has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Loco feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Loco won't allow Wallace to get back to his feet.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Loco postures up in Wallace's guard and throws a big left but Wallace blocks it.
Wallace looking to control.
#SUB#
Loco 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.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Wallace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Wallace is pulling down on Loco's head. It's preventing any offense from Loco, at least for the moment.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wallace throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Loco sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Henry Wallace is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wallace looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Loco appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wallace slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Wallace missing with a left hand there. Loco was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Henry Wallace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wallace cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Wallace punishes Loco's body with a nice straight punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Wallace as he connects with a hook.
Loco avoids the body shot from Wallace.
#T2#
Wallace lands a body shot.
Wallace tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into side control. Wallace won't be happy with that.
Wallace is looking to get back to his feet here but Loco is keeping cool and he's managed to take Wallace's back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wallace tries to break free.
Wallace looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Loco is persistently looking for the submission but Wallace is defending it well.
Wallace trying to control the action but Loco just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Loco has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
Wallace tries to escape but Loco has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Wallace trying to control the action but Loco just sinks the hooks in.
Wallace is keeping busy.
What can Wallace do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Wallace is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Loco gets his hands free as Wallace looks to control. #T4#
Wallace rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Loco stalling. #SUB#
Wallace is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Wallace trying to hold on to Loco's head to control him but Loco postures up.
Loco controlling the action here.
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 Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
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#
Loco displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wallace throws out the jab.
Loco feinted with a counter takedown.
Wallace throws a hook to the side of Loco's head but Loco sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Henry Wallace has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Loco closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Wallace's guard.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Wallace looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wallace is still trying to improve position.
Wallace is adopting a defensive guard.
Wallace trying to control the position.
#T1#
Wallace looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Loco puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Loco prevents Wallace from improving his position.
Wallace is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Loco sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Loco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wallace does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wallace moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wallace pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
Wallace really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wallace looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wallace trying to control the position.
Loco showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Wallace.
Wallace lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
Wallace ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Loco moves away.
Wallace misses with a looping left.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Wallace doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Wallace sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wallace but Wallace pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wallace tests Loco's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#KD2#
Wallace lands a left and a right that send Loco crashing to the mat, dazed. Wallace thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Loco is rocked!
Henry Wallace seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
Wallace ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Loco out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Henry Wallace!
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Event:
RISE 98 Hammerfall v Oloishona
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1#
A lazy left from 3000 finds it's target.#CUT#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
3000 lands a jab to the nose.
3000 throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Loco decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in 3000's guard.
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Loco stands and throws 3000's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco trying to control the action but 3000 is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Loco thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
3000 is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Loco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
3000 is not content to let Loco control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
3000 parries the strikes from Loco easily there. Loco is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable 3000 to escape.
3000 tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, 3000 has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Loco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by 3000, who protects the arm well.
Loco is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3#
3000 tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Loco trying to control the position but 3000 is working away.
The referee asks Loco politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Loco prefers to stall for the moment though.
3000 tries to improve position but can't.
The strikes coming from Loco are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Loco controls the position from side control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Loco feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Loco sitting in guard here, content to control.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but 3000 gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Loco controls 3000 momentarily but 3000 frees himself. #SUB2#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
3000 postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
3000 throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a shoot takedown. 3000 fights it but they end up in guard.
3000 looking for a sweep. Not yet 3000, not yet.
Loco engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
3000 keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Loco is continuing to stall.#SUB#
3000 is looking for a triangle but Loco pushes his legs off easily.
Loco controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Loco moves out of range as 3000 strikes.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
3000 darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
3000 lands with a hook. Loco tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice body kick from 3000.
Loco takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
3000 dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Loco. That did some damage!
Loco misses with a takedown
and 3000 counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Loco fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Loco throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. 3000 tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Loco is in 3000's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Loco controlling from the top position.
3000 is trying to keep Loco in close.
#SUB#
3000 is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.
3000 wants to control the position but Loco says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T3#
Loco trying to control from half guard but 3000 is working away.
3000 gets full guard.
Loco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
3000 working a defensive guard here.
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco wants to control from the top but 3000 keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
3000 is looking to slow Loco down with leg kicks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but 3000 defends well and Loco ends up having to push 3000 into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
André 3000 has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
3000 misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Loco counters with a nice double leg into side control. 3000 won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Loco goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, 3000 has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Loco but great work by 3000.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that André 3000 will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
That's time! 3000's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Loco has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
3000 waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Loco.
3000 is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
3000 swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Loco closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. 3000 did well to prevent Loco getting side control.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but 3000 keeps working.
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
3000 is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hippie Palace, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Loco is working for a kimura but 3000 is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco prevents 3000 from improving his position.#T1#
Loco stalling away here and it's allowed 3000 to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
3000 trying to keep a closed guard but Loco is proving a slippery customer.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but 3000 is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Loco preventing the sweep. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Loco looking to sit in guard and control but 3000 gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
3000 content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Loco has locked up a guillotine! Loco's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? 3000 is holding on here and Loco must be using up a lot of energy. 3000 has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Loco gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco!
During a confident post fight interview, Mono Loco thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
RISE 91 Pentele v Valdez
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Diego was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Diego looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Loco 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.
Diego throws a body shot but no joy.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diego sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Diego manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kron Diego has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#TD2#
Loco shoots in and gets a takedown into Diego's guard.
Loco stops Diego from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Diego is looking to stand up but Loco isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Diego utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Diego is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Loco prevents Diego from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Diego counters with a nice uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Loco 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Diego to counter with a crisp jab.
Diego looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Diego rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
Diego misses with a looping left.#T2#
Diego misses with a few strikes there.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Loco uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diego.
Diego swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Diego leaves Loco with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Diego keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Loco takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Diego closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Diego digs a right hand into Loco's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Loco's gas tank.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Diego.
Nice body punch from Diego - that landed with a thud.
Diego lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Loco wants to break the clinch but can't.
Diego lands an uppercut.
Diego scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Loco's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Diego lands an uppercut.
Diego lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Loco is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Diego pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Diego.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short body shot lands from Diego as the two fighters clinch.
Diego scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Diego lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diego on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Diego. #T4#
Diego lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Diego.
Loco has had enough of the clinch but Diego keeps him there for the moment.
Loco throws an elbow but it misses.
Still in the clinch, Diego scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Diego escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A left lands for Diego.#ROC#
Loco is rocked!#KD#
Diego sends Loco crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Diego is motioning to the referee to let Loco up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Diego finish him?
Diego sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Loco's defenses. It connects perfectly with Loco's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kron Diego!
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Event:
RISE 83 - Heydrich Vs. Jones 3
Date: Jul 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a left to the body.
Loco has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Joe is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Nice shot lands for Joe.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Joe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Joe gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Glass Joe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Joe lands a jab to the nose.
A big left from Joe misses.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Joe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Joe gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Loco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Joe.#T1#
Joe scores with a body shot.
Joe scores with a one two! Loco had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Joe lands a nice shot to the body.
Mono Loco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joe works the jab nicely.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Joe counters with a straight right hand.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Joe defends it nicely.#T2#
Joe scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joe misses with a series of wild punches.
Joe with a nice cross.
Joe throws a looping overhand right but Loco ducks down to avoid it.
It looks like Joe has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Loco shoots and misses
and Joe counters with a right hand to the body.
Nice jab there from Joe.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3##TD2#
Loco shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Loco showed some decent athleticism there.
Joe tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Joe on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Joe tries to get out of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joe keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for submissions but instead, Joe has regained full guard.
#T4#
Loco trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Loco trying to control but Joe is working from the bottom.
Joe is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Loco regains full guard. Nicely done.
Joe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Joe stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Glass Joe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Loco closes this distance looking for a takedown but Joe circles away.
Joe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Joe lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Glass Joe is winning the standup battle so far.
Joe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Loco doesn't seem bothered though.
Joe cracks Loco with a right hand to the side of the head.
Joe scores with a nice right hand.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Joe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Glass Joe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joe cracks Loco with a right hand to the side of the head.
Joe connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Joe here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Joe sizes up Loco with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Joe defends well and Loco ends up having to push Joe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Joe scores with a nice right hand.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Joe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Joe gets caught flat footed, as Loco shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Joe has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Joe is trying to control the position but Loco postures up.
Joe keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Loco tries to free his leg and advance position but Joe is retaining full guard.
Joe pulls Loco in close to prevent any damage.
Joe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Joe swivels and escapes.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Joe counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Loco thinking. #T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Joe.
Joe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Joe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Loco shoots and misses
and Joe counters with a left to the body.
Joe cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Joe counters with a nice uppercut.
Loco is breathing heavily.
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Loco tries for a takedown but Joe circles away easily
and Joe counters with a left and a right that stings Loco.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joe jabs at Loco's body.#T4#
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Joe counters with a right hand to the body.
Loco walks into a straight right hand from Joe.
Joe lands with a shot to the body.
Joe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Joe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Joe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#KD#
Joe lands a left and a right that send Loco crashing to the mat, dazed. Joe thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Loco is rocked!
Joe scores with a jab to the body.
Loco walks into a stiff left hand from Joe.
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Joe finish him?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Loco moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Glass Joe dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Joe connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Loco seems to have recovered his senses.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Joe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Loco has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Donk. Joe catches Loco right on the button with a cross.
Joe cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Loco takes a jab right on the kisser.
#ROC#
Loco is rocked!
Joe lands a jab.
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Joe finish him?
Joe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Loco slips a straight right by Joe.
Loco seems to have recovered his senses.
Joe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Joe as Loco shoots in.
Joe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Glass Joe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheers as Joe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a stiff right hand.
Glass Joe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Loco closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Joe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Joe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loco stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Joe counters with a straight right hand.
A jab lands there for Joe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Joe defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Joe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Joe scores with a shot to the body.
Joe lands with a good body shot.
Joe thuds a left hand into Loco's body.
Joe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Joe lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Joe cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.
Loco gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Joe counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Joe cracks Loco with a good jab.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Joe lands with an uppercut that bounces Loco off the cage and back into range.
Loco gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Joe gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Glass Joe!
Glass Joe thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RFLFN-30 Lohomus Vs. Jones
Date: Jun 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco with a poor takedown
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Loco shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Young's guard.#ES#
Young kicks Loco off and gets to his feet.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Loco shoots in but Young avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Young appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jedidiah Young has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The crowd cheers as Young lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Young manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Young is looking to counter punch.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Young counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Young throws an overhand right that lands on Loco's shoulder, as Loco tries to avoid the shot.
Nice takedown defense from Young. No joy for Loco on that attempt.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Young cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jedidiah Young is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Young counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Young looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Young looks to score with a jab to the body but Loco is just out of range.
Young stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Young wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Loco drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Young is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Eric's Play Pen, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Young tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Loco wants to control but Young is keeping him busy.
Young tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Young is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Loco's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T3#
Young holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Loco passes into side control, despite Young's attempt to control the position.
Loco misses with the ground and pound.
Young is trying to improve his position.
Young throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Young tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Young is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Young has escaped the position, nice work there.
Loco advances to full mount.
Loco controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Young tries to improve his position but Loco has taken his back! Loco has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Young tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Loco pushes Young away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RFLFN-29 Gusmao Vs. Sitsongrit
Date: Jun 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Loco tries for a takedown but Tiger sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Loco takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Tiger throws a sloppy head kick and Loco moves out of range easily.
Tiger moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
Loco dives in and grabs Tiger's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tiger pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Great Tiger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiger is looking to slow Loco down with leg kicks.
Tiger smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
A little feinted left hand from Tiger on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Tiger lands with an uppercut that bounces Loco off the cage and back into range.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Tiger tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tiger manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco fails with the takedown
letting Tiger counter with a right hand.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
We've been hearing reports that Tiger has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Loco fails with the takedown.
A slapping body kick lands there for Tiger.
Tiger cracks Loco with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2##TD2#
Loco darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Tiger is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Loco is tapping! Great win for Tiger!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Great Tiger!
A victorious Great Tiger thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
RFL-75 Manuwaru Vs.SSH
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Munday cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Munday lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Loco uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Munday.
Loco feints the counter takedown.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Loco 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.
A jab lands there for Munday.
Munday looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Munday, as that shot connected.
Munday swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Loco counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Munday!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Munday pushes Loco away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Loco gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
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!
Loco is trying to ground and pound but Munday uses the momentary lack of control by Loco to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Loco is looking for a kimura but Munday is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Loco to get the leverage.
Loco throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Loco seems to be looking for submissions.
Loco prevents Munday from standing back up.
#T1#
Loco controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Loco is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Munday is just riding it out for now. Loco eventually gives up the hold.
Loco prevents Munday from standing back up.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Munday is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Loco looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Loco wants to take a breather but Munday is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco tries for a takedown but Munday circles away easily
and Munday counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Munday connects with a single shot there.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Munday counters with a stiff right hand.
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Munday counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mickey Munday has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#T3#
Munday thuds his right hand into Loco's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Munday cracks Loco with a good jab.
Loco slips under a jab.
Munday connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Loco's hands.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Munday lands with a nice combination. Loco backs away looking to recover.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Munday counters with a straight right hand.
Munday scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Munday appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Loco slips a straight right by Munday.
Loco slips under a jab from Munday.#T4#
Loco slips under a jab.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Munday counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Munday misses the target.
Munday misses with a looping right.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Munday but Munday pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Loco needs to keep his hands up - Munday had a free shot at his head there.
Munday lands with a hook. Loco tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Munday misses with a straight left.
Loco with the counter takedown but Munday avoids it easily.
Loco fails with the takedown.
It looked like Munday wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Munday thows a left - swing and a miss!
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Munday counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mickey Munday 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#
Munday looks to land a right hand but Loco moved out of range.#TD2#
Munday gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Loco being controlled here momentarily.
Munday manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Loco pulls Munday in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Munday trying to stand up but can't free himself from Loco's guard.
Loco pulls Munday in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Munday wants to get up but he can't break Loco's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Munday wants to stand but Loco has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Mono Loco has got the better of the ground game so far.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Munday wanted to stand there but Loco had control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
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.
Loco uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Munday.
Munday connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Munday pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Loco back to the cage. Munday follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Munday misses the shot to the body.
Munday jabs at Loco's body.
Munday is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Loco can do to turn this around?
Loco walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Munday slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Loco moves out of range as Munday strikes.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Loco moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Munday.#T3#
Loco uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Munday.
Loco tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Loco has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Munday stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Munday connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mickey Munday has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Munday lands a lovely overhand right.
Mickey Munday is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco defending well as Munday loads up on a big left hand.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Munday sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Munday scores with a sloppy right hand. Loco should have avoided that one.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Munday to counter with a crisp jab.
Munday connects with a good right hand that stumbles Loco. Loco circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Munday counters with a straight right hand.
Munday looks to land a left hand but Loco moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Munday keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Munday feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Locos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Munday scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Munday loads up on a big right hand but Loco slips the punch.
Loco on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Munday scores with a crisp jab that stopped Loco in his tracks.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Munday is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Munday circles away and we're back to standing.
Loco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Munday to score with a decent uppercut.
Munday is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Munday counters with a straight right hand.
Munday connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC#
Loco is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mickey Munday dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Loco misses with a takedown
enabling Munday to counter with a crisp jab.
Loco fails with the takedown
and Munday cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Loco is still on wobbly legs! Can Munday finish him?
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Munday.
Loco seems to have recovered his senses.
Mickey Munday has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Munday cracks a nice hook into Loco's ribs.#T1#
Loco with a lazy takedown attempt
and Munday cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Loco darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Munday is refusing to be controlled, as Loco sits in half guard.
Munday is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Loco's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Loco's back!
Loco trying to control the position but Munday manages to sink in the hooks.
Munday keeps control of the position easily here as Loco tries to buck him off.
#T2#
Loco prevents his opponent from getting back to his feet.
Munday is trying to stick to Loco's back but Loco is turning into Munday. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Munday's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Loco.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loco prevents Munday from getting back to his feet.
Munday not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Munday wants to hit a switch here but Loco passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Munday there!
Loco trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mickey Munday is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Munday tries to hold on but Loco pushes him away.
Loco controlling from mount.
Munday wants to get back to his feet.
Loco controlling the pace for now. #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#
Loco goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Munday is on top in guard.
Munday is fighting to break Loco's control of his arms but Loco is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Munday is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Munday defends it easily.
Loco has a closed guard, preventing Munday from standing up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mickey Munday showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Munday, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mickey Munday!
Mickey Munday took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
RFL 73 Sitsongrit Vs. Petrov
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Young jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Young lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Young gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Young lands a glancing blow to the side of Loco's head.
We've been hearing reports that Loco has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Loco slips a jab and a cross from Young.
Young's jab looks to have found its range, popping Loco under the eye.
Loco tries to move into range but Young moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Loco drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Young lands with a good body shot.
Young misses with a straight right.
Young connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Young with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Young scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Loco doesn't seem bothered though.
Young lands with a kick to the ribs.
Young connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Loco's hands.#TD#
Loco gets a double leg takedown into Young's guard.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Young controlling the position.
Loco is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Loco tries to free his leg and advance position but Young is retaining full guard.
Young working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Loco.
Young trying to keep a closed guard but Loco is proving a slippery customer.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Young looking for a sweep. Not yet Young, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Young closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Young wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Loco, who protects the arm well.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Loco manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Loco looking for subs from the bottom but Young mounts him!
Young unloads with some shots from mount but Loco bucks and avoids them well.
Young thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Loco is desperately trying to improve his position but Young has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Young trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Loco is trying desperately to improve position.
Young wants to control the pace but Loco is squirming around nicely.
Loco really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Loco regains half guard.
Loco moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
Young wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Young really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Young is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Loco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Young wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Young stands and throws Loco's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jedidiah Young dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Young chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Young tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Young manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Young darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Young has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Young scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Young connects with the punch.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Young to score with a decent uppercut.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Young counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Young lands a jab.
Young jabs Loco to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice uppercut there from Young.
Young clobbers Loco with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Loco takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Young does it's job there.
Loco shoots in but Young avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
and Young cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Young gets a takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco is refusing to be controlled, as Young sits in half guard. #T2#
Loco works his way to full guard. Good work.
Loco pulls Young in close to his closed guard and prevents Young from doing any damage or advancing position.
Loco wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Young defends it easily.#SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Young defends well.#T3##SUB#
Loco has his feet on Young's thighs here. He's pushed Young 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! Young screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
Mono Loco decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
RFLFN-19
Date: Mar 20, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Cheyenne pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cheyenne.
A head punch on the inside from Cheyenne fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cheyenne.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cheyenne. #TD2#
Loco pulls guard. #SUB2#
Cheyenne got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cheyenne has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Cheyenne drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Cheyenne seems to have locked his on tight now - Loco screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Cheyenne, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Chief Cheyenne!
After winning the bout, Chief Cheyenne thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
RFL-65 Cheyenne vs. Sure
Date: Feb 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco goes for a double leg but Dormier avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dormier continues to drive forward.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dormier! But no joy.
Dormier stuffs the takedown.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dormier as he avoids it easily.
Dormier appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dormier avoids it really well and circles away.
Dormier throws out a counter right but Loco avoids it with no problem.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dormier tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dormier to the ground. Dormier escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco tries for a takedown but Dormier sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dormier looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dormier displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Loco. #T1#
Loco misses with a takedown attempt - Dormier sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Caniel Dormier is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Dormier throws out a counter right but Loco avoids it with no problem.
Loco looks for a takedown but Dormier sprawls well.
Loco fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dormier avoids it really well and circles away.
Dormier looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dormier unleashes a big counter combination but Loco bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dormier defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time.
Dormier is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Loco with a body shot.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dormier defends it nicely.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Dormier swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dormier defends well and Loco ends up having to push Dormier into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco tries for a takedown but Dormier circles away easily
letting Dormier counter with a right hand.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Dormier throws a counter combo.
Dormier slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dormier connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Loco misses with a takedown
and Dormier counters with a nice low kick that buckles Loco's knee momentarily.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Dormier manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dormier lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Dormier sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Loco changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dormier looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dormier tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Caniel Dormier dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Loco shoots in and gets a takedown into Dormier's guard.
Loco controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Dormier has his foot on Loco's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Loco works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Dormier is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Loco showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dormier is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Dormier looking for subs off his back but Loco has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T1##SUB2#
Dormier actively working from the bottom here.
Dormier is breathing heavily.
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. Loco connects with a nice short shot to Dormier's temple. #SUB#
Loco seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Dormier is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mono Loco!
Our winner, Mono Loco, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
RFLFN-10 Destroyer vs. Kondo
Date: Jan 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Loco dives in and grabs Sure's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sure pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sure.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sure misses with a jab, cross combination.
Loco drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sure sprawls and moves away.
Loco on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loco has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Loco there as he acknowledges the shot.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sure.
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sure stuffs the takedown attempt from Loco. Loco gets slowly back to his feet.
Sure stuns Loco with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD#
Loco shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sure is trying to defend but Loco finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sure really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco stops Sure from getting back to his feet.
Loco not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sure keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Loco sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sure defending well though.
Sure wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Sure blocking the ground and pound attempt from Loco.
Sure felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Sure tries to kick Loco off but Loco keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Loco 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.
Loco is taking a breather. Sure says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Sure wants to get back to his feet.
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sure is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Sure gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Sure follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sure throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Loco counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Loco. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sure manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Loco jumps guard but Sure turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Sure is trying to break the clinch but Loco is controlling him.
Sure throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Loco goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sure prevents it.
Sure lands with a right to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#BC2#
Sure breaks from the clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Sure. Those never looked like landing.
Sure tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A right-left combo lands from Sure.
Albert Sure is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sure.
Sure stuffs the takedown.
Sure lands a slapping body shot.
Sure misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Sure as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Loco on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Sure saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Loco shoots in for a double leg but Sure sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sure lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sure lands with a slapping head kick. #TD#
Loco shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Loco trying to control the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Loco throwing shots but Sure is blocking nicely.
Loco takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Loco prevents Sure from standing back up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Loco in particular looking to stall.
Loco not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loco content to control rather than advance.
Sure keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Loco thows a huge punch but Sure dodges it nicely.
Sure taking some punishment here, with Loco in his half guard.
Sure scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Loco manages to mount him!
Loco controlling from mount.
Loco sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Sure is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Loco controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sure has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
Sure covering up well and avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert Sure dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sure slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sure as he jumps to the side.
Loco dives in and grabs Sure's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sure pushes down on Loco's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sure connects with a body shot that sends Loco's belly button to the back.
Sure lands a nice hook to Loco's body. Loco takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sure connects with a single shot there.
Sure throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Sure sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Loco takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nice cross by Sure.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Sure tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sure manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sure fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Sure is quick to defend against it.
Albert Sure seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sure lands an overhand right.#T1#
Loco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sure scores with a jab. Loco acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sure. That's going to slow Loco down.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sure tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sure to the ground. Sure escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Loco shoots in but Sure avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sure misses with a two punch combination.
Sure has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sure comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sure scores with a shot to the body.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Sure saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sure with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Loco walks into a left hand.
Loco dives in for a single leg takedown but Sure sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sure scores with a jab. Loco acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Loco takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sure's corner calls for a 1-2. Sure obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Loco shoots in but no luck this time. #T2#
Sure closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sure, as that shot connected.
Loco shoots for a takedown but Sure saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sure throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Sure ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sure lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Sure sprawls well.
Sure displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Sure stuffs the takedown.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sure pinned against the cage. Sure gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Sure bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Loco's head backwards.
Sure connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sure slaps away a takedown attempt from Loco, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Loco throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sure's waist but Sure gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Loco off to one side.
A left and a right from Sure both land. Nice combination.
Sure lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#ROC2#
Loco is rocked!
Sure pushes Loco away with a front kick.
Oh Loco is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Loco looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sure is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Sure circles away and we're back to standing.
Sure stuns Loco with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#KD2#
Sure lands a left and a right that send Loco crashing to the mat, dazed. Sure thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Sure's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Loco falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Albert Sure!
A victorious Albert Sure thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
RFL-56
Date: Dec 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Loco tries to score a power double leg takedown but Halloway sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Loco somewhat.
Halloway lands a jab to the nose.#TD#
Halloway gets caught flat footed, as Loco shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Loco in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Loco controlling from the top position.
Halloway wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Loco content to stall in guard here.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Halloway being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
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.
Halloway dips to his left and cracks Loco with an uppercut!#TD#
Loco looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Halloway is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Halloway avoid being mounted?
Loco slips a nice elbow through Halloway's hands, connecting with Halloway's forehead.
Halloway is trying to stand back up but Loco is controlling him
Loco throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Loco seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Loco'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.#SUB#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura but Halloway is defending well.
Halloway is looking to get back to is feet but Loco passes into side control.
Loco landing a few strikes.
Halloway felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
The referee asks Loco politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Loco prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
An elbow from Loco crashes against the mat.
#SUB#
Loco is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Halloway is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mono Loco dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Loco shoots for a double leg takedown but Halloway sprawls well. He's pushed Loco's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Halloway sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Halloway displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Loco looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Halloway is fending him off so far but Loco persists. Nope, Halloway circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Halloway darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Loco or perhaps it was just good defense by Halloway, which made it look bad.
Loco ducks right into an uppercut from Halloway.
Halloway lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD#
Loco closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Halloway's guard.#ES2#
Halloway has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Loco has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Loco looking to throw knees to the head but Halloway is blocking nicely.
#BC2#
Halloway's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Halloway connects with a nice looking jab.
Halloway misses with the combination.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Halloway defends well and Loco ends up having to push Halloway into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And Halloway tries to counter it with a takedown but Loco pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Halloway throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loco stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Loco scores with a takedown into Halloway's guard.
Halloway really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Loco. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Loco controlling from the top position. #T2#
Loco has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Halloway working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Loco.
Loco not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Loco darts in looking for a takedown but Halloway gets double underhooks and turns Loco into the cage.
Jab by Halloway.
Loco gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Halloway scores with a sloppy right hand. Loco should have avoided that one.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice sprawl there from Halloway as Loco shoots in.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Halloway lands a nice shot that snaps Loco's head back.
Halloway scores with a body shot.
Halloway lands a jab.#T4#
Halloway cracks Loco with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Halloway looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Loco fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Halloway cracks Loco with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Min Halloway is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Halloway scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Loco looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Halloway feints the counter takedown.
Halloway misses with a few strikes there.
Halloway has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Loco gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Halloway with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Min Halloway showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Loco fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Halloway sprawls well initially but Loco persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Halloway has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Loco is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Halloway has managed to free his arm - good work.
Loco throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Loco is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Halloway doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Loco seems content to control.#T1#
Halloway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Loco not doing much here.
Loco throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Halloway blocking the ground and pound attempt from Loco.
Loco throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Loco thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Halloway's head. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Loco throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halloway is trying to stand up here but Loco is controlling him well.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Halloway is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Halloway throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Loco on the side of the head. #TD#
Loco drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Halloway manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Halloway misses with a double jab.
Halloway throws a body punch but Loco moves out of range. #TD#
Loco bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Loco tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Loco has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Loco 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.
Sloppy strikes there by Loco.#T3##SUB#
Loco is trying to get an arm triangle but Halloway is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee asks Loco politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Loco prefers to stall for the moment though.
Loco creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Halloway sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Loco in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Halloway is trying to control Loco's posture but Loco avoids it.
Loco creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Halloway sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halloway managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Loco.
Loco landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Halloway is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Loco asserts his dominance and retains side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mono Loco showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Loco has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mono Loco!
Our winner, Mono Loco, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
RFL-53 No Limits
Date: Nov 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Bruce connects with a leg kick. Loco looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bruce cracks Loco with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bruce lands a nice hook to Loco's body. Loco takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bruce throws a nice outside leg kick.
Loco tries for a takedown but Bruce sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bruce throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bruce works the jab nicely.
Loco tries for a takedown but Bruce circles away easily
and Bruce counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Loco thinking.
Bruce with a nice cross.
Bruce with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bruce lands an overhand right.
Decent striking displayed by Bruce there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bruce.
Loco's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bruce connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Loco scrambles back to his feet.
Loco with a poor takedown
and Bruce counters with a slapping leg kick.
Loco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Bruce lands a right hook to the body.
Bruce lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Loco backs up against the cage.
Bruce lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Loco at a distance.
Bruce connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bruce.
Loco shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bruce pinned against the cage. Bruce gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bruce now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bruce sizes up Loco with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Loco takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bruce scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Loco doesn't seem bothered though.
Lee Bruce is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bruce throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bruce sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bruce looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bruce throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bruce is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Loco had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Loco changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bruce tries to avoid it but Loco manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bruce to the ground. Bruce escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bruce jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Loco takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#TD#
Loco scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bruce tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Bruce is in all sorts of trouble here.
Loco misses with a head shot.
Loco wants to control the pace but Bruce is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Bruce tries to control Loco's body but Loco pushes him off. Bruce squirms to his side and now Loco has his back!
Bruce tries to escape but Loco has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Loco sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Bruce taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
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Event:
RFLFN-2 Halloween Hellraiser
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Bizzle clinches up with Loco and pushes him back against the cage.
Bizzle is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Loco pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bizzle preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Loco looking for a guillotine here but Bizzle defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loco is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Bizzle trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizzle wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Bizzle had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.#T1#
Bizzle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bizzle on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bizzle tries to get out of the position.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
Bizzle wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Loco throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bizzle works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Loco seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Loco postures up.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Loco sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bizzle's guard. #SUB2#
Loco is working for a submission of some sort.
Well, if Loco is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Loco not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Loco thows a huge punch but Bizzle dodges it nicely.
#T3#
Bizzle wants to sweep but Loco has passed to side control!
Loco working away.
Loco is staying tight to Bizzle's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Loco's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bizzle can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bizzle tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Loco 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 Bizzle's shoulder. That is not cool. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bizzle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Loco is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Bizzle drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
#TD2#
Loco wants the takedown. Bizzle is fighting it off but Loco persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Bizzle's guard against the cage.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Bizzle manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Bizzle is trying to stall.
Bizzle lands a right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bizzle landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#TD#
Bizzle pulls guard successfully.
Loco wants to control from the top but Bizzle keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mono Loco will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bizzle's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Bizzle shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Loco napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Loco gets back to half guard.
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Loco is looking to control Bizzle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.
Loco is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bizzle's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bizzle's back!#T1#
Loco controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
I really don't envy Bizzle right now.
Loco is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Bizzle has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Loco.#SUB2#
Loco has managed to slip his arm under Bizzle's chin. This could be all over... yep, Bizzle is tapping out! Submission win for Loco.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mono Loco!
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Event:
LACC - Conflict
Date: Oct 03, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Android Eleven (ranked 6897 p4p, 441 weight class) and Mono Loco (ranked 7548 p4p, 398 weight class). Android Eleven has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Android Eleven! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Eleven drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Eleven (4) vs (0) Loco
Eleven tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Eleven has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Eleven tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Eleven has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Loco is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Eleven's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Loco wants to improve his position but Eleven is controlling well.
Eleven could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Loco controlling the position for now.
Loco moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eleven looking to improve position, pressing down on Loco's thigh with his hand. Loco seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Eleven paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Eleven's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Loco picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mono Loco! |
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Event:
LACC 2 Finale
Date: Aug 15, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mono Loco (ranked 7585 p4p, 137 weight class) and Manny Santana (ranked 24222 p4p, 155 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Manny Santana!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Loco is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Santana's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (0) Santana
Santana looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Santana trying to control but Loco postures up.
Santana is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Loco is staying active.
Loco wants to free his trapped foot but Santana is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Santana moves into full guard.
Loco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Santana has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Loco has managed to get both his arms back between Santana's legs - danger averted.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Santana has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Loco can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Loco controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Santana working for a triangle but Loco defends it easily.
Santana can't keep his opponent in guard - Loco advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Loco trying to control the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Santana won't allow Loco to pass to mount.
Santana looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Santana wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Loco passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (5) vs (0) Santana
Santana can't do much from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Santana manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (5) vs (2) Santana
Santana wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Santana is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Loco looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Santana trying to mount his opponent but Loco defends it.
Loco trying to control but Santana postures up.
Loco is looking for a sweep. Santana is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
Loco wants to control but Santana is keeping busy.
Santana is looking for a kimura but Loco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Santana to get the leverage.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Santana is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Loco is just riding it out for now. Santana eventually gives up the hold.
Santana is looking to advance position but Loco won't allow it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Santana is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco won't allow Santana to pass to mount.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Santana is looking for submissions but instead, Loco has regained full guard.
Santana wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Santana is pushing down on Loco's leg trying to pass to half guard. Loco is fighting to maintain full guard but Santana has managed to sneak the leg through.
Santana seems to be working for a kimura but Loco defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Loco manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Santana looking to pass the guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Santana pushing down on Loco's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Loco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Santana is working away from the top position though.
Loco is defending against the submission attempts here by Santana.
Loco is in trouble now - Santana has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (5) vs (5) Santana
Loco manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Loco is looking to control Santana's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Loco is staying active underneath Santana, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Loco won't allow Santana to pass to mount.
Santana is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Santana wants to pass the guard but Loco is defending well.
Loco moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Santana tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard.
Loco working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Santana has passed into half guard!
Santana slows the pace down in half guard.
Santana is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Loco defends it well.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Santana wants to free his trapped foot but Loco is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco wants to control but Santana is keeping busy.
Loco slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Santana passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (5) vs (8) Santana
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Loco manages to get back to half guard.
Santana wants to work for an arm triangle but Loco is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Santana seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loco controlling the position well.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Santana is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Santana works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (5) vs (11) Santana
Santana wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Loco is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Santana off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Loco (9) vs (11) Santana
Santana can't escape the position.
Santana is still trying to improve position.
Loco working for a choke but Santana is defending well.
Loco keeps control of the position as Santana tries to break free.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Loco tries to get the hooks in deep but Santana pushed the leg off.
Loco has the hooks in. Santana is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Loco looking to break Santana's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Santana remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Loco will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Santana manages to reverse the position and now he's in Loco's guard. Nice work there by Santana.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (9) vs (13) Santana
Loco looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Santana stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Santana advances to half guard.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Santana works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (9) vs (16) Santana
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santana working for a submission but Loco is keeping him at bay.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
LACC 2 : Round 2
Date: Jul 23, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Cajun Puto (ranked 7054 p4p, 111 weight class) and Mono Loco (ranked 7153 p4p, 114 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Cajun Puto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Puto defends well and Loco ends up having to push Puto into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Loco gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Puto (2) vs (0) Loco
Puto wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving.
Puto got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Puto has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Loco keeping full guard, as Puto tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puto is working hard here to advance position.
Puto passes Loco's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Loco wants to improve his position but Puto is controlling well.
Puto will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Loco is staying active underneath Puto, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Puto wants to free his trapped foot but Loco is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Puto is looking for a kimura here.
Puto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Loco wants to control but Puto 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.
Puto works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Puto (5) vs (0) Loco
Puto controlling his opponent.
Puto seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.
Puto wants to take Loco's back here but Loco is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Loco tries to reverse the position but Puto maintains control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Loco tries to hold on but Puto postures up.
Loco keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Puto wants to control the pace but Loco is squirming around nicely.
Puto moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Puto (8) vs (0) Loco
Loco tries to roll but Puto sticks to his back.
Puto looking to break Loco's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Loco remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Puto will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Puto gets his hands free as Loco looks to control.
Puto controls the action.
Puto looking for the choke from the back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loco is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Loco is in bad spot here.
Puto is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Loco defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Puto patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Puto is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well.
Puto looking for the choke but no joy.
Puto just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Loco rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Loco is defending against the submission attempts here by Puto.
Puto not doing much here.
Loco won't allow Puto to pass to mount.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Loco is staying active underneath Puto, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Puto passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Puto (11) vs (0) Loco
Loco tries to bench press Puto off him but Puto keeps the position.
Puto has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Loco! Score +2 for reaching mount: Puto (13) vs (0) Loco
Loco is trying to escape the mount but Puto keeps good control and instead manages to take Loco's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Puto (16) vs (0) Loco
What can Loco do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Puto is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Loco is defending well though. Puto let's go of the attempt for now.
Puto controlling well, preventing Loco from escaping the position.
Loco is keeping busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Puto is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well.
I would not like to be Loco right now.
Puto is trying to control but Loco is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Loco wants to hold on but Puto pushes him away.
Loco prevents Puto from taking his back.
Puto trying to control but Loco is having none of it.
Loco doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Puto wants to take his opponent's back but Loco doesn't allow it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Loco wants to hold on but Puto pushes him away.
Puto content just to control the position here.
Puto fails to move to back control.
Puto looking to secure an arm triangle but Loco defends it well.
Puto controlling his opponent.
Puto tries to control but Loco wriggling away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Loco wants to hold on but Puto pushes him away.
Loco is looking to improve his position but Puto isn't that keen on the idea.
Puto looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco can't escape the position.
Loco tries to hold on but Puto postures up.
Loco is squirming around, avoiding Puto's attempts to control the action.
Puto looking for a guillotine from mount but Loco is having none of it.
Puto pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Puto controlling the position easily from mount.
Puto wants to control the pace but Loco is squirming around nicely.
Loco slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Puto wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Puto keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Puto tries to pass the half guard into mount. Loco knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Puto is thwarting Loco's attempts to control the position.
Puto is working for a submission of some sort.
Puto wants to free his trapped foot but Loco is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Puto is taking a breather. Loco says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Puto is just content to waste time from the top position. Loco takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Loco seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Puto passes Loco's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Puto seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Puto seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Puto is trying to control. Loco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Puto tries to pass to full mount but Loco defends it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Loco wants to control but Puto is keeping busy.
Puto trying to control from half guard but Loco is working away.
Puto uses his free foot to push down on Loco's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Loco. Score +3 for passing guard: Puto (19) vs (0) Loco
Puto seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Loco is holding on tight.
Puto can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Loco is looking to escape.
Loco has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Puto (22) vs (0) Loco
Puto tries to keep control of the position but Loco is staying busy.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Puto is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Loco knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Loco for a finish.
Loco defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Puto's arms.
Puto controls the position.
Loco is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Puto off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Puto takes the fight on points by 22 to 0.
Cajun Puto seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
LACC Season 2 - First Round
Date: Jun 28, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mono Loco (ranked 6845 p4p, 138 weight class) and Otavio Augusto (ranked 4868 p4p, 106 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Otavio Augusto!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco has taken the fight to the clinch.
Loco jumps guard but Augusto turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Augusto drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Augusto has Loco pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Loco manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Augusto has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Loco is trying to keep an underhook but Augusto manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Augusto
Augusto wants to free his trapped foot but Loco is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Loco slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Loco looking to control but Augusto passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Augusto is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco is looking to control Augusto's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
That's one minute gone in the round.
Augusto perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
It looks like Augusto 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.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Loco is positioning himself well to prevent Augusto advancing to mount.
Augusto moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Augusto
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Augusto passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Loco! Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (0) vs (7) Augusto
Augusto is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Augusto avoids the attempt from Loco to control.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Augusto with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Augusto looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Loco is working to get back to half guard.
Loco wants to control but Augusto is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Augusto controlling his opponent.
Augusto manages to capitalize on a mistake by Loco to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (10) Augusto
Loco is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Augusto.
Augusto is trying to stick to Loco's back but Loco is turning into Augusto. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Augusto's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Loco. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (10) Augusto
Augusto is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Augusto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Augusto manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Loco manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (12) Augusto
Augusto trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Augusto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Augusto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Augusto wants to pass the guard but Loco is keeping the position.
Augusto stands and throws Loco's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (2) vs (15) Augusto
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Augusto is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Loco has escaped the position, nice work there.
Loco trying to control but Augusto flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Loco (2) vs (18) Augusto
Augusto has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Loco's body.
Augusto is hanging on to Loco's back as he tries to escape.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Augusto's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Augusto is hanging on to Loco's back as he tries to escape.
What can Loco do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Augusto looking for the choke from the back.
Augusto has the hooks in. Loco is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Augusto's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Augusto 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, Loco has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Augusto looking for the choke from the back.
Loco looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Augusto is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well.
Augusto is looking for the choke from the back position but Loco is controlling his hands well.
Loco turns into Augusto and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (4) vs (18) Augusto
Augusto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augusto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.
Augusto looking for a sweep. Not yet Augusto, not yet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Augusto had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Loco pushes down on Augusto's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Augusto is working away.
Loco is taking a breather. Augusto says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Loco wants to free his trapped foot but Augusto is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Augusto trying to hold on to Loco's head to control him but Loco postures up.
Augusto moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Augusto keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Loco won't allow Augusto to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Augusto is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (4) vs (20) Augusto
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Loco can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Augusto controls the pace.
Augusto stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco has his foot on Augusto's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Augusto works his way back into a safe position though.
Augusto is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Loco working a defensive guard here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Augusto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Augusto must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Augusto engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Augusto looking to pass the guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Loco looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Augusto from controlling successfully.
Augusto passes into half guard.
Augusto seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Augusto perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Loco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Augusto content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Augusto is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Augusto moves into full mount! Loco won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (4) vs (23) Augusto
Augusto content just to control the position here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Loco is in all sorts of trouble here.
Augusto jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Loco manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Loco struggling a bit here.
Loco manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Augusto keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
LACC Finale
Date: May 22, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mono Loco (ranked 6363 p4p, 127 weight class) and Jared Morgan (ranked 6403 p4p, 128 weight class). Morgan has chosen Thug Luv: Bone Thugs N Harmony ft 2pac as his entrance music. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jared Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Morgan shoots for a double leg takedown but Loco sprawls well. He's pushed Morgan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Morgan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Morgan looks for a takedown but Loco sprawls well.
Loco changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mono Loco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jared Morgan.
Morgan looking to score a takedown here. Loco is defending well but Morgan drives through and ends up in Loco's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Morgan
Loco trying to control the position.
Morgan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Loco looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Loco looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Loco! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Loco (4) vs (2) Morgan
You can see the frustration on Morgan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morgan keeps working.
Morgan wants to control but Loco postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Loco tries for a kimura but Morgan is defending well.
Morgan is trying to improve his position.
Loco tries to move into full mount but can't pass Morgan's legs.
Morgan tries to bench press Loco off him but Loco keeps the position.
Loco tries for a kimura but Morgan is defending well.
Morgan tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.
Loco controls the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morgan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Loco working away.
Morgan tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.
Loco wants to control but Morgan is keeping him busy.
Morgan is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here.
Morgan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Loco working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is not content to let Loco control the position.
Morgan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Loco tries to move into full mount but can't pass Morgan's legs.
Loco working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Loco slows the pace down.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loco trying to control the position but Morgan is working away.
Morgan is looking for a sweep.
Loco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Morgan is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morgan is trying to escape the position but Loco is controlling the position.
Morgan is not content to let Loco control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morgan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Morgan wants to control but Loco postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morgan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Morgan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
Morgan is staying active underneath Loco, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Loco performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Loco is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morgan defends it well.
Loco is working for a submission of some sort.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Loco slows the pace down in half guard.
Morgan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Morgan.
Loco content to stall in guard here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morgan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Morgan has his foot on Loco's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Loco works his way back into a safe position though.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Loco has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Morgan wants to sweep here but Loco controlling him for the moment.
Morgan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Loco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morgan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Loco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Loco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Morgan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Morgan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morgan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morgan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Loco defends it easily.
Morgan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Loco passes into half guard.
Loco slows the pace down in half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Loco trying to mount his opponent but Morgan defends it.
Loco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Morgan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
Loco looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Loco passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Morgan! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (7) vs (2) Morgan
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is wriggling around trying to escape.
Loco wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Morgan tries to hold on but Loco postures up.
Morgan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Loco is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Loco is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Morgan! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (10) vs (2) Morgan
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Loco jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Morgan manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Loco content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Morgan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Loco working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Loco is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Morgan has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Loco is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Morgan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Loco's best efforts.
Morgan looking for submissions off his back.
Morgan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loco pulls his head out easily.
Loco is trying to control. Morgan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Loco is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morgan defends it well.
Morgan is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morgan avoid being mounted?
Morgan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Morgan.
Morgan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
Loco is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Morgan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Loco gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morgan has an active guard here but Loco has managed to pass into half guard.
Loco not doing much here.
Loco uses his free foot to push down on Morgan's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Morgan. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (13) vs (2) Morgan
Loco controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morgan tries to reverse the position but Loco maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Loco takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
Jared Morgan spoke after the fight, saying 'This was a great learning experience for me. I'm going to come back stronger. Props to my opponent'. |
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