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Event:
GAMMA#972 Lovanov v Husein
Date: Nov 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Andrade throws a nice outside leg kick.
Andrade darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Laranja throws the left hand but Andrade avoids the punch easily.
Andrade throws a leg kick
and Laranja counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Andrade has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Andrade walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Laranja cracks Andrade with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Laranja scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Andrade doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrade lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Andrade walks forward, straight into a front kick from Laranja.
Laranja tries to land a leg kick but Andrade saw it coming and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrade turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Andrade throws a nice head kick!
Laranja lands a jab to Andrade's midsection.
Andrade misses the jab.
Laranja throws a hook but Andrade blocks it.
Andrade lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Laranja gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Andrade throws a lazy uppercut
and Laranja counters with a straight right hand.
Laranja connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Laranja slips a jab from Andrade.#T1#
Andrade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot lands for Laranja.
Laranja with a nice cross.
A big left from Andrade misses.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrade doesn't seem phased though.
Laranja misses with a looping left.
Laranja dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Laranja just misses with a punch to the body.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Andrade checks it.
A quick step to the side and Andrade tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrade misses with a body shot
and Laranja counters with a nice uppercut.
Laranja throws a head kick but Andrade moves out of range.
Andrade looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Andrade connects with a looping right hand.
A head kick by Andrade misses
and Laranja makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Joao Andrade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja misses with a kick to the body.
Laranja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andrade swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrade avoids the body shot from Laranja.
Andrade moves out of range as Laranja strikes.#T2#
Laranja takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Laranja lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Laranja.#CUT2#It looks like Joao Andrade has been cut.
Laranja slips under a jab from Andrade.
Andrade catches Laranja with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andrade keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
Laranja takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Laranja is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Andrade had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Laranja misses the jab.
A big right from Andrade misses.
Laranja tries to land a leg kick but Andrade saw it coming and moves away.
Andrade slips a jab from Laranja.
Andrade drops his hands momentarily and Laranja takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Andrade moves away and avoids it.
Laranja connects with a body shot.
A head kick by Andrade misses
and Andrade takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrade stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Laranja.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Laranja now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Laranja takes a swing at Andrade's ribcage but misses.
Andrade throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.#T3#
Andrade tries to move into range but Laranja moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Andrade pivots, looking for a leg kick but Laranja is out of range and Andrade settles back down.
Laranja throws a leg kick which misses Andrade's front leg but catches the back leg as Andrade tries to avoid it.
Laranja lands a right hook to the body.
Laranja drops his hands momentarily and Andrade takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Laranja chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Andrade can pounce on him.
#CL#
Andrade clinches.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Andrade.
Laranja blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrade is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Laranja.
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrade lands a shot to the body.
Andrade tries to throw a body punch but Laranja avoids it by throwing Andrade back against the cage.
Andrade lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Laranja.
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!
Andrade has a couple of punches blocked by Laranja.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Andrade fails to land.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrade prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Andrade gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrade swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC#
Andrade breaks from the clinch.
Andrade looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Laranja throws a looping overhand right but Andrade ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja clobbers Andrade with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrade.
Andrade slips under a jab.
Andrade tries to counter by clinching up but Laranja breaks away and moves out of range.
Laranja keeps Andrade at a distance using the push kick.
Laranja lands a jab.
Andrade moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Andrade swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Laranja steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrade.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Andrade. Laranja shrugs it off though.
Andrade tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andrade with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joao Andrade's cut.
That's time! Andrade's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Andrade takes a kick to the side of the head.
Andrade scores with a jab. Laranja acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Laranja misses with an uppercut.
Andrade is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Andrade fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Laranja scores with a nice strike.
Andrade misses with a right hand
and Laranja counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Laranja getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Laranja lands a nice leg kick that just misses Andrade's sensitive parts.
Andrade misses with a looping right.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Andrade's head but Andrade sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrade takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrade looks to land a left hand but Laranja moved out of range nicely.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrade.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrade doesn't seem phased though.
Andrade fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Renato Laranja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Laranja closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Andrade throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Andrade lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Laranja moves out of range of the leg kick from Andrade.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrade moves away.
Laranja steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrade.
Laranja scores with the left hand. Andrade knows he should have avoided that one.
Andrade has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Laranja.
A big right from Andrade misses.
A nice side step and Laranja releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A thudding body kick lands there by Andrade!
Laranja throws out a powerful jab.
Laranja tries a head kick but it misses.
Andrade connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Andrade.
Laranja scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Laranja tries to keep at a distance but Andrade has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Andrade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Laranja lands a high kick!
Andrade with a nice calf kick.
Andrade fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Laranja looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andrade scores with a head kick. Laranja tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Laranja takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Laranja pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Andrade.
Andrade shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Laranja throws a jab when Andrade was well out of range.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Andrade's shoulder, as Andrade tries to avoid the shot.
Andrade throws a front kick that sends Laranja stumbling back into the cage.
Laranja throws a looping overhand right but Andrade ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Andrade.
Laranja counters with a body kick.
Laranja throws a looping overhand right but Andrade ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Laranja lands a nice hook to Andrade's body. Andrade takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Laranja throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Andrade scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Andrade throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Laranja stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Laranja lets loose with a powerful body kick. Andrade will feel that in the morning.
Andrade misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Andrade misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Andrade throws a hook but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja throws a head kick but Andrade moves out of range.
Andrade slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Andrade scores with a nice head shot.
Laranja throws a hook but Andrade blocks it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Laranja checks the leg kick nicely there.
Laranja is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Andrade wants to clinch.#T4#
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrade plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A slow jab from Andrade misses its intended target.
Andrade looks for the body kick but Laranja saw that one coming.
Andrade throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Andrade needs to keep his hands up - Laranja had a free shot at his head there.
Laranja misses with a low kick as Andrade jumps back.
Andrade throws a leg kick
and Laranja cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrade misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Laranja on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andrade looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Andrade clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrade.
Andrade blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrade blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Renato Laranja will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Joao Andrade's cut.
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#
Laranja lands a really nice looking cross but Andrade seems unphased.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrade was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrade moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
A low kick from Laranja misses
and Andrade connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Andrade swings widly with a right hand
letting Laranja counter with a right hand.
Laranja drops his hands momentarily and Andrade takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Laranja moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Andrade connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Laranja digs a good hook to Andrade's body.
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!
Andrade connects with a leg kick.
Laranja throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrade stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andrade lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The fighters circling - Andrade throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja connects with a jab.#T1#
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja moves out of range as Andrade strikes.
Andrade scores with a nice strike.
Laranja changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Laranja throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Andrade on the side of the head.
Andrade with a nice cross.
Andrade tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Laranja scores with the left hand. Andrade knows he should have avoided that one.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but Andrade is out of range.
Laranja's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Andrade's shoulder, as Andrade tries to avoid the shot.
Good work by Laranja as he checks the leg kick.
Nice body punch from Andrade.
Andrade misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Laranja looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Andrade scores with a push kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Andrade moves out of range as Laranja throws a body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Laranja.
Good standup being displayed there by Laranja as he connects with a hook.
Laranja connects with a solid leg kick.
Andrade tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andrade throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Laranja takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL#
Andrade gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Andrade breaks from the clinch.
Laranja lands a nice hook to Andrade's body. Andrade takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Laranja scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Laranja. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Laranja.
A nice inside leg kick there by Laranja. That's going to slow Andrade down.
Laranja has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Andrade.
Andrade misses with a body kick.
Andrade cracks Laranja with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Andrade throws a lazy head kick
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Andrade takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Andrade scores with a crisp jab that stopped Laranja in his tracks.
Laranja throws a hook but Andrade blocks it.
Andrade slips under a jab from Laranja.
Andrade lands a jab to Laranja's midsection.
Andrade throws a low kick but Laranja moves out of range easily.
Andrade drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Andrade looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A big right from Andrade misses.
Laranja sizes up Andrade with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andrade darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrade throws a big shot that misses.
Andrade tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laranja was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrade.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Andrade plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T4#
Andrade misses with a low kick.
A low kick from Andrade misses
and Laranja counters with an inside leg kick.
Laranja throws a leg kick which misses Andrade's front leg but catches the back leg as Andrade tries to avoid it.
Andrade chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Laranja can pounce on him.
Andrade takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Laranja misses with an uppercut.
Laranja uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrade.
Andrade takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Andrade wants to clinch but Laranja slips to the side
enabling Laranja to counter with a crisp jab.
Joao Andrade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrade misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick lands there from Andrade.
Andrade walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Laranja defending well as Andrade loads up on a big left hand.
Laranja looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Andrade blocks a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Laranja 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GAMMA#965 Simon v Sitsongrit
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Grayson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Grayson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Laranja.
Laranja pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Grayson works the jab nicely.
Laranja lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Grayson at a distance.
Laranja checks a leg kick.
Grayson scores with a nice head shot.
Grayson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A countering left hand to the body from Laranja misses.
Grayson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Grayson.
Grayson avoids a kick to the body.
Grayson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Grayson misses
and Laranja cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grayson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
A little feinted left hand from Grayson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jason Grayson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grayson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A swing and a miss from Laranja.
Grayson throws a quick counter head kick but Laranja was just out of range.
Grayson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Grayson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice defenses there by Grayson.#T1#
Grayson throws out a leg kick but Laranja moves out of range and Grayson only half commits.
Grayson avoids the body shot from Laranja.
Grayson with the inside leg kick.
Grayson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Grayson closes the distance and clinches.
Laranja blocks the elbow strike.
Grayson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Grayson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Grayson lands an elbow inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Laranja.
Laranja blocks the elbow strike.
Grayson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
Grayson pushes off an throws an elbow but Laranja leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T2#
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grayson lands an elbow inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grayson blocks an uppercut.
Laranja digs a right hand into Grayson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Grayson's gas tank.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Laranja lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Grayson or not.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Laranja throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Graysons head.
Grayson throws an elbow but it misses.
Grayson blocks an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Laranja lands a left hand that snaps the head of Grayson backwards.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike from Grayson.
Laranja dodges an elbow strike from Grayson.
Grayson misses with an elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Grayson throws an elbow but misses.
Laranja dodges an elbow strike from Grayson.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Grayson.
Grayson throws an elbow but it misses.
Laranja lands a body punch. #T3#
Grayson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Laranja.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Grayson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Grayson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Grayson controls his hands.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Grayson.
Grayson misses with an elbow over the top.
Laranja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Grayson.
Grayson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Grayson throws an elbow but it misses.
Grayson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Grayson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grayson.
Grayson taking a breather.
A short uppercut from Laranja.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Grayson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Laranja's brow.
Grayson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#T4#
Grayson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Laranja.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grayson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Laranja is leaning against Grayson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Laranja lands a hook that snaps the head of Grayson backwards. #BC#
Grayson breaks from the clinch.
Grayson tries a low kick but Laranja avoids it.
Grayson moves away from the strike by Laranja.
Grayson is looking to score with low kicks.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Grayson's ribs.
Grayson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've been told by Grayson's head coaches at Brotherhood MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Laranja moves out of range of the strikes.
Grayson checks the leg kick.
It appears Grayson was looking to counter with a kick there.
Grayson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Laranja.
Grayson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Laranja moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Grayson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Laranja blocks a head kick by Grayson.
Grayson wants to land a leg kick but Laranja is out of range.
Grayson throws a right hand that misses
and Laranja counters with a stiff right hand.
A head kick from Grayson lands but Laranja takes it in his stride.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Grayson's ribs.
Grayson with a nice calf kick.
Renato Laranja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grayson wants to clinch up but Laranja keeps it at a distance.
Grayson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Laranja scores with a sloppy right hand. Grayson should have avoided that one.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Grayson counters with a straight right hand.
Grayson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Grayson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Grayson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja blocks the elbow strike.
Jason Grayson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Laranja tries to work over Grayson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Grayson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Grayson.
Grayson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T1#
Laranja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grayson's elbow.
Laranja avoids the elbow strike from Grayson, against the cage.
Laranja stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Grayson misses with an elbow strike.
Laranja misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laranja.
Grayson stalling in the clinch.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Grayson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Laranja takes an elbow to the temple.
Grayson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Grayson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Laranja as Grayson tries to tie him up.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Grayson'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.
Laranja lands a left hand.
Grayson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grayson throws an elbow but it misses.
#T2#
Laranja avoids the elbow strike from Grayson, against the cage.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Laranja tries a body shot but Grayson blocks it.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Grayson controls his hands.
Grayson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Laranja is leaning against Grayson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Laranja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grayson's elbow.
Laranja working aggressively here.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Grayson controls his hands.
Grayson lands an elbow inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Laranja on the inside.
Laranja lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Laranja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grayson.
Grayson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Grayson is looking to control Laranja's arms but Laranja gets an underhook and turns him. Now Grayson has his back to the cage.
Grayson pushes off an throws an elbow but Laranja leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T3#
Grayson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Grayson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Grayson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Grayson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Grayson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Grayson pushes off an throws an elbow but Laranja leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Grayson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Grayson pushes off an throws an elbow but Laranja leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Grayson throws an elbow but misses.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Laranja tries a body shot but Grayson blocks it.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Grayson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Laranja avoids the elbow strike from Grayson, against the cage.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laranja pushes Grayson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Grayson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja lands a body shot in the clinch.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Grayson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Laranja blocks the elbow strike.
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
Grayson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Grayson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Grayson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grayson lands a nice elbow.
Grayson throws an elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Renato Laranja will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Laranja throws a body punch but Grayson moves out of range.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Laranja.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
Laranja smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Grayson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Grayson lands a nice shot that snaps Laranja's head back.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Grayson doesn't seem phased though.
An inside leg kick from Laranja misses.
Laranja misses with a left hand
and Grayson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Grayson.
A cross from Laranja lands.
Laranja tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good shot there by Laranja.
Laranja looks for the body kick but Grayson saw that one coming. #T1#
A big right from Laranja misses.
Grayson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Grayson is looking to clinch.
Laranja looks to land a combination. Grayson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Grayson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Laranja.
Laranja walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Grayson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Laranja is looking to score with low kicks.
Laranja has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Grayson.
Grayson moves out of range of the strikes.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Grayson tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Grayson 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.#T2#
Laranja throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grayson throws a lazy head kick
and Laranja counters with a good low kick that Grayson was not able to check.
Laranja throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Grayson.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Grayson's head.#CL#
Grayson pushes Laranja up against the cage in a clinch.
Laranja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laranja can't find room to land a body shot as Grayson controls the action.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Laranja takes an elbow to the temple.
Grayson taking a breather.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Grayson.
Grayson misses with an elbow over the top.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Laranja lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Grayson.
Grayson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Laranja.
Laranja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Grayson blocking some punches.
Grayson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Grayson lands a nice elbow.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Grayson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Grayson tries to stall but Laranja uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Grayson blocking some punches.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Grayson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grayson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
Jason Grayson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##BC#
Grayson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
As Laranja backs away, Grayson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Laranja throws a leg kick that misses.
Grayson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Grayson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Laranja pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL#
Grayson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Laranja, pushing him back against the cage.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
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!
With the fighters up against the cage, Grayson throws an elbow but misses.
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
Laranja letting Grayson take a breather here.
Laranja scores with a shot to the side of Grayson's head.
Laranja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike from Grayson.
Laranja lands a right hand.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Grayson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Laranja's brow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Laranja 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GAMMA#961 Augustus v Shane
Date: Aug 27, 2022 |
#R1#
Vernon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Laranja.
Vernon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rollins Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Vernon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Laranja fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Vernon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Vernon misses with a shot to the body
and Laranja counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Laranja blocks a jab.
Laranja misses with a low kick.
Laranja takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Vernon misses the target.
Laranja misses with a shot to the body
and Vernon counters with a thumping low kick.
Vernon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vernon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vernon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laranja lands with a slapping head kick.
Vernon connects with the punch.
Vernon misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Vernon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vernon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vernon tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vernon misses with a body shot.
Renato Laranja is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vernon throws a big shot that misses.#TD#
Vernon gets a takedown into half guard.
Vernon trying to control from half guard but Laranja is working away. #SUB2#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laranja tries to roll over but Vernon keeps him under control.#T2#
Vernon trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom.
Vernon works his way into full mount!
Laranja tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vernon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Laranja controls the position.
Laranja is desperately trying to get back to half 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!
Laranja tries to hold on but Vernon postures up.#T3#
Vernon has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Laranja's face.
Laranja prevents Vernon from taking his back.
Laranja is desperately trying to improve his position but Vernon has a good base and remains in mount.
Vernon dominating with strikes here.
Laranja wants to hold on but Vernon pushes him away.
Laranja tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vernon trying to control but Laranja is having none of it. #T4#
Laranja wants to hold on but Vernon pushes him away.
Vernon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vernon trying to control but Laranja is having none of it. #SUB#
Vernon looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Vernon trying to control but Laranja is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Isaac Vernon dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Vernon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Laranja slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vernon throws a right hand that misses
and Laranja counters with a nice uppercut.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vernon half committed to a counter leg kick.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vernon counters with a straight right hand.
Vernon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vernon.
Vernon missing with a left hand there. Laranja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vernon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laranja scores with a nice head shot.
Laranja slips a jab and a cross from Vernon.
Vernon slips a straight right by Laranja.
Vernon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laranja manages to avoid it.#T1#
Laranja digs a good hook to Vernon's body.
Vernon thuds a left hand into Laranja's body.
Laranja misses with a body kick.
Laranja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vernon.
It looked like Vernon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Laranja.
A slow jab from Vernon misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Laranja on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vernon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Vernon cracks a nice hook into Laranja's ribs.
The crowd cheers as Vernon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Laranja doesn't seem phased though.
Vernon misses the jab.
Laranja looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vernon throws a chopping leg kick but Laranja manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And Laranja responds with a good body kick, but Vernon manages to step out the way in time.
Laranja tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Vernon is able to avoid easily.
Laranja pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Laranja connects with a body shot.
Vernon swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
A left lands for Vernon.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
Vernon throwing a counter right hand but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Renato Laranja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Laranja throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vernon is looking to counter punch.
Laranja throws a jab when Vernon was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laranja. Vernon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vernon moves away.
Laranja doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vernon looks to throw the jab but Laranja is out of range.
Vernon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Vernon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vernon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Laranja moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vernon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Laranja 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.
#T3#
Nice shot lands for Vernon.
Vernon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laranja takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice body kick there by Laranja.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheers as Vernon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Laranja doesn't seem phased though.
Vernon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Vernon avoids the head kick by Laranja.
Vernon jabs Laranja to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Laranja connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vernon momentarily.
Vernon pushes Laranja away with a front kick.
Laranja connects with a body shot that sends Vernon's belly button to the back.
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!
Laranja on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#T4#
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Vernon is just out of range.
Vernon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD#
Vernon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Laranja to the mat! Laranja manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Laranja is looking for a triangle but Vernon pushes his legs off easily.
Laranja controls Vernon momentarily but Vernon frees himself.
Laranja being controlled here, momentarily.
Vernon is in close to Laranja's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Laranja keeping full guard, as Vernon tries to pass.
Vernon scoring with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Isaac Vernon will probably get the nod.
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 get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Laranja misses with a straight left.
Laranja scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Vernon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vernon slips a straight right by Laranja.
Laranja slaps away a takedown attempt from Vernon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Vernon scores with a shot to the body.
Vernon takes one to the chin there.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vernon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Laranja lands a body shot.
Laranja tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vernon clobbers Laranja with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Vernon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Vernon lands a front kick.
Laranja misses with a straight left.
Laranja slips a straight right by Vernon.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Vernon.
Vernon with a jab.
Laranja just misses with a punch to the body.
Laranja cracks Vernon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Vernon slips the punch.
Vernon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Vernon moves out of range easily.
Vernon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Laranja throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vernon on the side of the head. #T2#
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vernon manages to avoid it.
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Vernon is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja tries to score with a low kick but Vernon moves his leg out of the way.
Vernon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Vernon does it's job there.
Laranja swings for the body but Vernon moves out of range.
Nice body kick from Laranja.
Laranja on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vernon thumps Laranja with a low kick.
Vernon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Laranja finds it's way round the side to connect with Vernon's head.
Laranja jabs Vernon right on the nose. Vernon blinks but takes it well.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Laranja misses with a straight left.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vernon.
Vernon scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Laranja chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vernon wants to land a leg kick but Laranja is out of range.
Laranja throws a hook but Vernon avoids it easily.
Vernon is looking to counter punch.
Vernon looks to land a left hand but Laranja moved out of range nicely.
Isaac Vernon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Laranja throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vernon ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a low kick.
Laranja misses with an uppercut. Vernon saw that one coming.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vernon.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Laranja 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.
Laranja connects with a good right hand that stumbles Vernon. Vernon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Laranja throws a quick inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja throws a head kick but Vernon moves out of range.
Vernon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A combination from Vernon does no damage.
Laranja keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vernon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Laranja misses.
Laranja avoids a kick to the body.
Laranja throws out a counter right but Vernon avoids it with no problem.
Vernon fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Vernon counters with a straight right hand.
Vernon throws a lazy head kick
and Laranja counters with an outside leg kick.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vernon misses with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vernon 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
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Event:
GC 446: Wolf-Fang VS Draven
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Lisko checks a leg kick.
Lisko swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Lisko tries to work over Laranja's front leg with a kick but Laranja checks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Laranja misses its target.
Lisko misses with a leg kick.
Lisko throws a low kick but Laranja moves out of range easily.
Lisko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lisko misses the body punch
enabling Laranja to counter with a crisp jab.
Lisko throws a wild body kick that Laranja sees coming a mile off.
We've been informed that Lisko 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.
Lisko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lisko.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lisko throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Laranja takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nice straight punches there by Laranja. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Laranja.
Laranja scores with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja connects with a jab.
Laranja with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lisko to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Lisko misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Laranja misses the target.
Lisko's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lisko duly obliges.
A swing and a miss from Laranja.
Laranja lands with a hook. Lisko tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Lisko.
Lisko does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Laranja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Laranja is looking to chop away at Lisko's legs.
A low kick from Lisko is predictable there
and Laranja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laranja scoring well with a low kick there.
Laranja misses with an uppercut.
Laranja uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lisko has time to react.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good leg kick by Laranja.
Laranja connects with a nice looking jab.
#T2#
Lisko throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
Lisko throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lisko swings widly with a right hand
and Laranja counters with a straight right hand.
Laranja looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lisko.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Laranja, as that shot connected.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lisko.
Laranja looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Lisko moves out of range easily.
Lisko throws a left and a right that both miss
and Laranja counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lisko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lisko connects with a leg kick.
Laranja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lisko throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Lisko scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lisko moves away from the strike by Laranja.
Laranja lands a jab to Lisko's midsection.
Lisko fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jordan Lisko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Lisko throws a head kick that misses
and Laranja counters with a nice body kick.
Lisko moves away from the strike by Laranja.
Laranja scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Laranja is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Laranja misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Laranja jabs Lisko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice cross by Laranja.
Laranja lunges at Lisko with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lisko's hand.
Laranja scores with a nice head shot.
Laranja fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lisko throws a front kick aimed at Laranja's knee but Laranja avoids it well.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Lisko wants to counter with a clinch but Laranja pushes him away.
Lisko moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lisko throws a leg kick but Laranja sees it coming and moves out of range.
Laranja fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lisko.
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T4#
Lisko throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lisko is looking to score with low kicks.
Lisko cracks Laranja with an open hand slap.
Lisko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lisko lands a front kick.
Lisko tries to clinch but Laranja moves out of range.
Lisko throws a low kick, looking for Laranja's leg but Laranja calmly moves out of range.
Laranja moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lisko goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lisko fails with an attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Laranja.
Laranja keeps Lisko at a distance using the push kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lisko swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Laranja counters with an outside leg kick.
Laranja moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Laranja blocks a leg kick.
Lisko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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#
Laranja digs a good body shot into Lisko's ribs.
Laranja throws a hook but Lisko avoids it easily.
Lisko misses with a lunging right hand
and Laranja connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lisko wants to slow Laranja down by chopping away at his legs.
Laranja connects with the punch.
Lisko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lisko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Laranja rather than just go for the knockout.
Laranja swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lisko.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Lisko's shoulder, as Lisko tries to avoid the shot.
Laranja swings for the body but Lisko moves out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lisko might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Laranja has got the better of the exchanges.
Laranja lands with a thumping leg kick.
Renato Laranja is winning the standup battle so far.
Lisko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Laranja.
Laranja throws a series of punches but Lisko moves out of range.
Lisko moves away from the strike by Laranja.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lisko.
Laranja is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Laranja checks a leg kick.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Laranja lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Lisko misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lisko wants to land a leg kick but Laranja is out of range.
Laranja lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lisko throws a nice head kick!
Lisko is looking to clinch.
Laranja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lisko can do to turn this around?
A looping hook to the body misses from Laranja. Lisko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja connects with a body shot that sends Lisko's belly button to the back.
Laranja is looking to land body kicks.
Laranja lands a head kick. Lisko smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lisko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Laranja tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lisko throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lisko has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lisko misses with a hook to the body
and Laranja counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lisko thinking.
Laranja lands a high kick!
#T2#
Jab from Lisko.
A cross from Laranja lands.
Laranja misses with a hook. Lisko ducked under it nicely.
Lisko swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Lisko just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromLaranja.
Laranja digs a good hook to Lisko's body.
Lisko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Laranja throws out a loose jab but Lisko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lisko is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Nice cross by Laranja.
Lisko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lisko just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromLaranja.
Lisko takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lisko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lisko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laranja blocks the body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Laranja misses its target.
Lisko throws a leg kick but Laranja checks it.
Laranja jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Lisko misses the target. #T3#
Lisko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Laranja throws a head kick that half lands.
Lisko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Laranja.
Laranja changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lisko staying out of range there.
Lisko tries to counter with a clinch but Laranja shakes him off and moves away.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lisko's head.
Lisko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A shot to the body from Lisko misses
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lisko.
Lisko walks into a stiff left hand from Laranja.
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!
Laranja lands a front kick.
Lisko tried to score with a low kick but Laranja checks it.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lisko moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Lisko misses with a hook to the body
and Laranja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laranja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lisko fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Laranja checks it well.
Laranja lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Lisko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Laranja stuns Lisko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Laranja dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lisko throws the kick towards the body but Laranja avoids it.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lisko.
Lisko throws a front kick aimed at Laranja's knee but Laranja avoids it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lisko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lisko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Laranja.
Lisko misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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#
Lisko throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Lisko sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lisko pivots, looking for a leg kick but Laranja is out of range and Lisko settles back down.
Laranja lunges at Lisko with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lisko's hand.
Lisko moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lisko throws out the jab.
A big right from Laranja misses.
Lisko gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Laranja.
Laranja checks the leg kick.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Lisko.
Lisko misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Lisko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lisko.
Lisko blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Laranja misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Lisko tries to move into range but Laranja moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Laranja blocks the leg kick.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lisko.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Laranja crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lisko - the referee stops the clock and Laranja gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lisko. Laranja manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lisko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laranja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lisko on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lisko throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Laranja connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lisko. Lisko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lisko throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lisko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lisko with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laranja to score with a decent uppercut.
Lisko takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Laranja.
#T2#
Lisko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Lisko tries to counter by closing the distance.
A shot to the body from Lisko misses
and Laranja counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lisko doesn't seem phased though.
Lisko throws a solid leg kick but Laranja takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lisko.
Lisko throws a head kick that misses.
Laranja shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lisko wants to counter the offense by Laranja and move into the clinch position.
Laranja staying out of range there.
Lisko throws a lazy right hand but Laranja sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Danga de danga de dang - Laranja scores with a four punch combination!
Laranja blocks the body kick.
Laranja looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lisko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lisko takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Laranja scores with a head kick.
Lisko throws a solid leg kick but Laranja takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lisko.
Lisko takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Laranja lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lisko's sensitive parts.
Laranja scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Lisko.
Lisko misses with a leg kick
letting Laranja counter with a right hand.
Nice shot lands for Laranja.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lisko blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Lisko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lisko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lisko looks to score with a jab to the body but Laranja is just out of range.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lisko's head.
Lisko throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lisko has time to react.#T4#
Laranja throws out a loose jab but Lisko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lisko was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Laranja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
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!
Laranja sizes up Lisko with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lisko throws a leg kick but Laranja moved away.
Laranja takes one to the side of the head.
A head kick by Lisko misses
and Lisko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lisko was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Lisko throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Laranja throws a shot to the body.
Lisko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Laranja moves away.
It appears Laranja was looking to counter with a kick there.
Lisko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lisko takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jab from Laranja.
Jordan Lisko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lisko misses with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Laranja 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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GC 441: Hall VS Clarkson
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Raczynski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Laranja misses with a hook. Raczynski ducked under it nicely.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Raczynski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Laranja throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Laranja turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Raczynski on the side of the head.
Laranja stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Raczynski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Laranja tries to land a front kick but Raczynski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Raczynski slips under a jab from Laranja.
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Laranja scores with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Raczynski slips a jab from Laranja.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but Raczynski is out of range.
Raczynski seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Raczynski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Raczynski misses with a body shot.
Laranja throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Raczynski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Laranja.#T1#
Laranja walks into a stiff left hand from Raczynski.
Laranja on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Decent striking displayed by Raczynski there.
Laranja misses with a right hand
and Raczynski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Laranja misses.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Laranja needs to keep his hands up - Raczynski had a free shot at his head there.
Laranja tries to land a front kick but Raczynski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
Raczynski swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Raczynski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Laranja connects with a good right hand that stumbles Raczynski. Raczynski circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Raczynski throws out a powerful jab.
Laranja connects with a single shot there.
A solid body kick from Laranja.
Raczynski throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Raczynski throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja throws a jab when Raczynski was well out of range.
Raczynski takes one on the button.
Raczynski connects with an inside leg kick.
Laranja swings for the body but Raczynski moves out of range.
Laranja misses with a hook. Raczynski ducked under it nicely.
Jan Raczynski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja misses with a hook to the body
and Raczynski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Raczynski's shoulder, as Raczynski tries to avoid the shot.
Raczynski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Raczynski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Raczynski lunges at Laranja with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Laranja's hand.
Laranja takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Raczynski connects with a solid leg kick.
Laranja slips a jab from Raczynski.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick
and Raczynski counters with a nice leg kick.
Laranja lands a nice looking body kick.#T3#
Laranja pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Raczynski moves out of range easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Laranja.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
Raczynski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab.
Raczynski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Laranja lands a head kick!
Raczynski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Laranja looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Raczynski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Laranja moves away.
Raczynski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laranja to score with a decent uppercut.
Raczynski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Laranja throws a body kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a kick to the body.
Raczynski scores with a punch to the head.
Laranja defending well as Raczynski loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
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!
Laranja scores with a head kick.
Laranja tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Laranja throws a lazy uppercut
and Raczynski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Raczynski throws a wild body kick that Laranja sees coming a mile off.
Raczynski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Laranja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Raczynski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Laranja takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Raczynski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Raczynski misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
Laranja lands a jab.
Laranja misses with a hook. Raczynski ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raczynski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Laranja.
Raczynski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Raczynski with a jab.
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 Jan Raczynski will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Laranja changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Laranja slips a straight right by Raczynski.
Raczynski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice defenses there by Raczynski.
Raczynski throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
Raczynski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Raczynski moves out of range of the strikes.
Raczynski defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
Raczynski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja throws a quick inside leg kick.
Raczynski misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Raczynski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Raczynski blocks a jab.
Raczynski throws a jab but it's blocked by Laranja.
Laranja was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T1#
Laranja takes a swing at Raczynski's ribcage but misses.
Laranja lands a jab to the nose.
Raczynski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Laranja sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Raczynski throws a head kick that misses.
Raczynski misses with a wild body shot.
Raczynski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja lands an overhand right.
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Raczynski misses with a straight left.
Jan Raczynski is winning the standup battle so far.
Laranja checks a leg kick.
Jab by Raczynski.
Raczynski looks to throw a body kick
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Raczynski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A jab from Laranja finds it's way through Raczynski's defenses.
Raczynski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice defenses there by Raczynski.
Raczynski slips under a jab.
Laranja turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Raczynski has Laranja up against the cage in a clinch.
Raczynski blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a punch to the body.
Raczynski stalling the fight.
Raczynski has a couple of punches blocked by Laranja.
Laranja working aggressively here.
Raczynski misses with a punch to the body.
Raczynski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Raczynski pushes Laranja back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Raczynski stalling in the clinch but Laranja improves position. #BC#
Raczynski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
An inside leg kick lands from Raczynski.
Raczynski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.#T3#
Laranja tries to land a body kick
and Raczynski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Laranja lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Raczynski at a distance.
Raczynski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Raczynski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Raczynski is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Raczynski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laranja lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laranja misses with an uppercut
and Raczynski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Raczynski ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raczynski.
Raczynski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Raczynski lands a jab to Laranja's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Raczynski misses with an uppercut. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Raczynski misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Raczynski is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
Laranja lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Raczynski misses with a body punch.
Raczynski pushes Laranja back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Raczynski lands with a light punch inside.
A bit of stalling here from Raczynski.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja presses Raczynski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Laranja lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Raczynski backwards.
Laranja lands a right hand that snaps the head of Raczynski backwards.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Raczynski avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Raczynski lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye.
Laranja lands a body punch in the clinch.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Raczynski.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jan Raczynski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A big left from Raczynski misses.
Laranja scores with a jab to the head.
Laranja looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Raczynski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Laranja momentarily.
Raczynski looks to land a combination. Laranja sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Raczynski throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
Laranja has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A left lands for Laranja.
Raczynski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Laranja staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Raczynski.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laranja. Raczynski does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Laranja gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Raczynski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Raczynski blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Laranja cracks Raczynski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Raczynski cracks Laranja with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Raczynski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Laranja scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Raczynski doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Raczynski darts in and clinches Laranja up against the cage.
Laranja working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Raczynski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Laranja lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Raczynski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jan Raczynski has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Raczynski seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Raczynski.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Raczynski effectively controlling the action here.
Raczynski is trying to stall.
#T2#
Raczynski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja misses with some punches.
Raczynski looking to slow down the pace here.
Laranja lands a right hand that snaps the head of Raczynski backwards.
Raczynski tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Laranja is working Raczynski over against the cage.
Raczynski can't find room to land a body shot as Laranja controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Laranja.
Raczynski blocks an uppercut.
Laranja's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Raczynski.
Raczynski stalling.
Laranja working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Laranja blocks a body shot from Raczynski.
Raczynski throws a punch but it's blocked by Laranja.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Raczynski controls his hands.
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
#T3#
Laranja working aggressively here.
Raczynski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Laranja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laranja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja blocks an uppercut.
Come on Raczynski - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Raczynski misses with a punch on the inside.
Raczynski gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Raczynski is struggling to control the position.
Raczynski swings wildly with an uppercut but Laranja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
Laranja lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Raczynski.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Raczynski avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Laranja lands a hook to the side of the head.
Raczynski leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC#
Raczynski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Raczynski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Laranja can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja scores with a nice body kick.
Raczynski moves out of range of the leg kick from Laranja.
Laranja throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Raczynski to counter with a crisp jab.
Laranja throws a combination that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raczynski.
Laranja lands with a straight right. Raczynski didn't see that one coming.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
A cross from Raczynski lands.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Renato Laranja.
I think Raczynski 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Jan Raczynski!
A very excited looking Jan Raczynski 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:
GC 432: Slugs VS Canada
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Fochi on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fochi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
Laranja is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fochi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Laranja counters with a right hand to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Laranja.
Fochi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Laranja tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fochi with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja scores with a kick to the midsection.
A nice leg kick lands there from Laranja.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Fochi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Laranja cracks Fochi with an open hand slap.
Laranja lands a jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fochi 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.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fochi misses with a series of wild punches.
Fochi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Laranja throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Laranja looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fochi staying out of range there.
Fochi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2#
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Fochi counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja won't allow Fochi to pass to mount.
Laranja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fochi is pressing down on Laranja's thigh, looking to free his foot. Laranja is holding on for now.
Laranja is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laranja is looking to control Fochi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Laranja avoid being mounted?#T3#
Fochi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Laranja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Laranja trying to control but Fochi postures up.
#SUB#
Laranja actively working from the bottom here.
Fochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Laranja gets full guard.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now.
Fochi 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.
Fochi advances to half guard.
Fochi wants to control but Laranja is keeping him busy.
Laranja wants to get back to full guard but Fochi has passed into side control.
Laranja is not content to let Fochi control the position.
Laranja is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Fochi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but Laranja defending well.
Laranja trying to control here.
Laranja 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.
That was a close round but I would say that Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Laranja pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fochi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Fochi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Laranja napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Laranja manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back.
Fochi is not content to let Laranja control the position.
Laranja controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Laranja seems to be looking for submissions.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Laranja has control of the leg. #T1#
Laranja stalling.
Laranja is looking to advance position but Fochi won't allow it. #SUB#
Laranja is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fochi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fochi is looking for a sweep. Laranja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fochi wants to control but Laranja passes into side.
Laranja taking a break here but Fochi is having none of it and regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Fochi is staying active underneath Laranja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Michael Fochi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Laranja is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fochi is staying active underneath Laranja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Laranja moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Fochi.
Fochi is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Fochi is still trying to improve position.
Laranja scores with punches from side control. #SUB#
Laranja looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Laranja trying to control the action but Fochi is working from the bottom.
Fochi tries to bench press Laranja off him but Laranja keeps the position.
Fochi gets back to half guard.
Laranja is looking to take a break and control but Fochi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Laranja is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Fochi as he works his way to full guard.
#SUB2#
Fochi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laranja defends it easily.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fochi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fochi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
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#
Laranja lands with a kick to the temple. Fochi shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Fochi blocks the body kick.
Laranja turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fochi doesn't seem bothered though.
Laranja throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi dodges the punch combination from Laranja.
Fochi throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laranja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fochi can do to turn this around?
Laranja missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Nice shot by Fochi.
Fochi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fochi blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Laranja lands with a cross.
Laranja buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fochi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Laranja throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
Fochi throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Fochi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Laranja throws a good cross that connects.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Laranja slips a jab from Fochi.
Laranja throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi misses with an uppercut. Laranja saw that one coming.
Laranja is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Laranja thumps Fochi with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Laranja.
Laranja throws a nice inside leg kick.
Laranja tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And Fochi tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Fochi counters with a single leg into guard. Laranja didn't expect that.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Fochi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Fochi passes Laranja's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fochi wants to free his trapped foot but Laranja is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Laranja trying to control from the bottom.
Fochi trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom.
Laranja is in trouble now - Fochi has advanced to mount!
Laranja is looking to improve his position but Fochi isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Laranja tries to lock up and control but Fochi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Fochi works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Laranja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Fochi tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well. #SUB2#
Fochi tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Laranja, 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
GC 427:Oosthuizen VS Lentz
Date: Apr 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Laranja lands with a nice body punch.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Jackson.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson checks a leg kick.
Jackson throws a wild body kick that Laranja sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Jackson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Laranja avoiding damage as Jackson throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Laranja makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jackson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Laranja digs a right hand into Jackson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jackson's gas tank.
Laranja gets through Jackson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Laranja digs a right hand underneath Jackson's ribcage. Jackson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Laranja.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Still in the clinch, Laranja scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jackson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Laranja's brow.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Laranja misses with a punch to the body.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Laranja lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jackson lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye. #T2#
Jackson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Jackson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Laranja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jackson.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
A short body shot lands from Laranja as the two fighters clinch.
Laranja stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Laranja tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Laranja lands with a short shot to the head.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jackson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Laranja's brow.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja lands a left hand.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3#
A body shot lands from Laranja.
Laranja digs a right hand underneath Jackson's ribcage. Jackson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Laranja tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Laranja pushes Jackson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jackson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Laranja.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson takes a shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Laranja.
Laranja stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Laranja misses with some punches.
Laranja misses with some punches.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson with a knee to the head.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Laranja tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jackson pushes off an throws an elbow but Laranja leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Laranja lands a body punch.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Jackson misses with an elbow over the top.
Laranja lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jackson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Crunch! Laranja slams his shin into Jackson's torso.#CL#
Jackson has closed the distance and engaged Laranja in a clinch.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
Laranja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knees to the body from Jackson.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Laranja in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Jackson.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Renato Laranja seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Laranja takes a knee right on the jaw!
#CUT#It looks like Renato Laranja has been cut.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Jackson lands an elbow inside that Laranja shrugs off.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja takes an elbow to the temple.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Jackson misses with an elbow over the top.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Laranja has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
#T2#
Laranja lands a body punch in the clinch.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Jackson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Laranja takes an elbow to the temple.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Laranja misses with some punches.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jackson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Jackson scores with a knee to the head.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
A nice left hand lands by Laranja.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laranja avoiding damage as Jackson throws knees to the body.
#T3#
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jackson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Laranja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Laranja - that landed with a thud.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Laranja avoids the elbow strike from Jackson, against the cage.
Laranja scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Laranja lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jackson blocking some punches.
A short body shot lands from Laranja as the two fighters clinch.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Laranja.
Laranja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja working aggressively here.
#T4#
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Jackson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Laranja - that landed with a thud.
A knee to the head by Jackson.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A short left from Laranja.
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Jackson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Jackson blocking some punches.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Jackson.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Renato Laranja will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Renato Laranja's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Jackson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jackson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Laranja cracks Jackson with an open hand slap.
Jackson scores with a spinning back kick!
Laranja lands a head shot.
Jackson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A leg kick checked by Laranja.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Laranja checks a low kick from Jackson.
Laranja thinks about the counter body kick.#T1#
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Laranja.
Laranja misses with a looping left.
Renato Laranja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Laranja if he has to take too many more of those.
Laranja cracks Jackson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Laranja scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jackson doesn't seem phased though.#ROC2#Jackson is rocked!
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Jackson.
Oh Jackson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Laranja paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jackson seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick by Jackson misses
and Laranja counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A good leg kick by Laranja.
Jackson throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.#T2#
Jackson throws a nice head kick!
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!
Jackson avoids the head kick by Laranja.
#CL#
Jackson has managed to clinch.
Laranja lands with a short shot to the head.
Laranja softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jackson with a knee to the head.
Jackson throws an elbow but it misses.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Laranja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
A short body shot lands from Laranja as the two fighters clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Laranja.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jackson throws an elbow but misses. #T3#
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jackson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Laranja pushes Jackson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nice body punch from Laranja.
Laranja lands an uppercut.
Black Lives Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jacksons head.
Laranja works on Jackson's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by Laranja.
Laranja lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Jackson to his knees! Laranja keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GC 422 Championship Chaos 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
Line throws an overhand right that lands on Laranja's shoulder, as Laranja tries to avoid the shot.
Jab, jab by Laranja - just one landing.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Line misses with a jab, cross combination.
Laranja misses with a hook.
Line misses with an uppercut
and Line takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A cross from Line lands.
Line throws a right and a left that Laranja avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line scores with a leg kick.
Jab by Laranja.
A head kick by Line misses
and Laranja counters with a nice body shot.
Laranja fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Line has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Laranja lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
Line misses with a lunging right hand
and Laranja counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Line loads up on a big right hand but Laranja slips the punch.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Line.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Line connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sloppy strikes from Line. Those never looked like landing.
Line looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Line dips to his left and cracks Laranja with an uppercut!
Line lands with a straight right. Laranja didn't see that one coming.
Line throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Laranja throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
A telegraphed right hand from Line misses the target.
Laranja scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Line does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T2#
Line scores with a nice head shot.
Line scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Laranja lands a jab to Line's midsection.
Line blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Line tries to land a leg kick but Laranja saw it coming and moves away.
Mareth Line seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Line's head but Line sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Line smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Laranja connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Line throws a head kick that misses.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Laranja moves away and avoids it.
Line throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Line scoring well with a low kick there.
Line looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Line throws a shot from downtown. Laranja moves away and avoids it.
Line throws a nice inside leg kick.
Line slips a jab from Laranja.#T3#
Laranja uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Line.
Line misses the shot to the body.
Laranja misses with a looping right.
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Laranja.
Laranja tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Line is able to avoid easily.
Laranja's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Line connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Laranja scrambles back to his feet.
Laranja takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
Line avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Line checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Line misses with a low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Line.
Line cracks Laranja with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja misses with a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Line tries to bum rush Laranja with a series of wild strikes but Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Laranja throws a lazy head kick
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Line with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Laranja is just out of range.
Laranja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Line is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Line throws a low kick but Laranja avoids it.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body kick from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Line moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Line.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Line can pounce on him.
Laranja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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 Mareth Line will probably get the nod.
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#
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Line throws a right hand that misses
and Laranja counters with a good low kick that Line was not able to check.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Laranja scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Good shot there by Laranja.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Line looks to score with a jab to the body but Laranja is just out of range.
Laranja now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Line ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Line ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line slips under a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Line checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Line seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laranja.
Line defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laranja misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Line.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Line misses its intended target. #T1#
Line misses with a wild body shot.
Laranja throws a body punch but Line moves out of range.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Line.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Line moves out of range easily.
Line tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Line's shoulder, as Line tries to avoid the shot.
Line avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Laranja misses with a hook. Line ducked under it nicely.
Line moves out of range as Laranja throws a body kick.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Line's head.
Laranja dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Line. That did some damage!
Good shot there by Laranja.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Laranja checks a leg kick nicely.
Line lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Line throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Line misses.
Good work by Line as he checks the leg kick.
Laranja has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Line lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Line.
Line staying out of range there.
Laranja takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A big left from Line misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Line takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Laranja checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Laranja fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Laranja swings for the body but Line moves out of range.
#T3#
Line throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Laranja as he connects with a hook.
Laranja staying out of range there.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Laranja at a distance.
Line swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Laranja moves into range and connects with a jab.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Line.
Line looks to land a right hand but Laranja moved out of range.
Line is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Line. That's going to slow Laranja down.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but Line is out of range.
Line is looking for a counter combo.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Line feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T4#
Line dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Laranja. That did some damage!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
And Laranja responds with a good body kick, but Line manages to step out the way in time.
Laranja slips a straight right by Line.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Laranja takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Laranja's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
Laranja scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
Jab from Line.
Laranja tests Line's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Laranja throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Line sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Line throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
Laranja blocks a jab.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Renato Laranja 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#
Laranja ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Line on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Line lands a right hook to the body.
Line tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Laranja pushes Line away with a front kick.
Line misses with a straight left.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Laranja on the side of the head.
Line misses with a left hand
and Laranja counters with a stiff right hand.
Line swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Laranja counter with a right hand.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Line.
Laranja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Line throws out the jab.
Line lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Laranja circles away quickly and effectively.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Line connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Laranja pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Line lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Line's ribs.
Line is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Line throws a low kick, looking for Laranja's leg but Laranja calmly moves out of range.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Line moved away.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Line misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laranja.
Line swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Line throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Line with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Line sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Line.
Laranja has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Line misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Line slips a straight right by Laranja.
Line bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Laranja's head backwards.
Line takes a swing at Laranja's ribcage but misses.
Laranja throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Line misses with a left hand
and Laranja cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Line.
Laranja throws a good cross that connects.
Laranja checks the leg kick nicely there.
Laranja lands a right hook to the body.
Line misses with a jab, cross combination.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Laranja lands an impressive looking overhand right. Line doesn't seem phased though.
Nice defenses there by Line.#T3#
Line lands a jab to Laranja's midsection.
Laranja throws a jab but it's blocked by Line.
Good shot there by Line.
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Laranja 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.
Nice defenses there by Laranja.
Laranja let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses.
Line uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laranja.
An attempted straight right counter from Line misses the target.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Line.
Laranja takes a swing at Line's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
No joy there for Laranja, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Line blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Mareth Line is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Laranja misses.
Line throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Laranja slips a jab and a cross from Line.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Line lands a right hook to the body.
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!
Line scores with a leg kick.
Laranja takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Line lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Line, as that shot connected.
Line shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Laranja looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Line.
Good exchange - Line coming out on top.
Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Line.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Line.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Line lands a head shot.
Line missing with a left hand there. Laranja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line lands a nice looking body shot.
Line connects with a solid leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mareth Line showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Line 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mareth Line!
A relieved looking Mareth Line 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:
GC 417 Oosthuizen vs. Wobble
Date: Feb 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Justis ducks right into an uppercut from Laranja.
Justis looks to land a left hand but Laranja moved out of range nicely.
Laranja appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Justis moves away.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Laranja scores with the left hand. Justis knows he should have avoided that one.
Laranja scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Justis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja swings for the body but Justis moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Justis. Laranja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja feinted there with a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Justis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Justis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Nice defenses there by Justis.
Justis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Laranja swinging wildly here.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Justis. Laranja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Justis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Laranja does it's job there.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Justis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Justis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Laranja lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Justis was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Justis swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Laranja misses with an uppercut. Justis saw that one coming.
Justis walks into a stiff left hand from Laranja.#T2#
Laranja throws out a powerful jab.
Laranja sizes up Justis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Justis moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Justis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Laranja with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja looks to land a body kick but Justis moved away.
Laranja is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Justis throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
Justis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
A nice side step and Justis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Justis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laranja.
Justis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Laranja was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Justis.
Justis defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
Justis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Laranja fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Justis is out of range. #T3#
Laranja slips a jab and a cross from Justis.
Laranja throws a body punch but Justis moves out of range.
Justis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Laranja scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Laranja connects with a body shot that sends Justis's belly button to the back.
Laranja lands a right hook to the body.
Laranja misses with a hook. Justis ducked under it nicely.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Justis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laranja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Justis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Justis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Laranja with a body shot.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Justis replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Laranja blocks it well.#T4#
Justis swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Laranja counters with a leg kick.
Justis swings and misses with a hook 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!
Justis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Justis misses with a body shot
and Laranja connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Justis lands a nice hook to Laranja's body. Laranja takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Laranja lands with a thumping leg kick.
Laranja stuns Justis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Laranja throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Justis flicks out a counter leg kick but Laranja steps away.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Justis rushes Laranja and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Justis.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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#
Justis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice shot lands for Laranja.
A big left from Laranja misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Justis. Laranja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Justis.
Laranja swings away with a body shot that misses
and Justis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja throws a hook but Justis blocks it.
Laranja lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Justis swings for the body but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja misses with a kick to the body.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Laranja misses with a hook.
A low kick from Laranja misses
enabling Justis to counter with a crisp jab.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Justis.
Justis shapes to counter with a head kick.
Laranja will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Justis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Laranja bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Justis's head.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Justis misses with a wild body shot.
Laranja feints and then cracks Justis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Justis down.
Justis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Justis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Justis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Laranja.#T2#
Laranja cracks Justis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Laranja misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Justis misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Laranja was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Justis.
Laranja lands a really nice looking cross but Justis seems unphased.
#TD2#
Justis closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Laranja did well to prevent Justis getting side control.
Laranja works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Laranja is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Justis won't allow Laranja to sweep him here. #SUB#
Laranja has his foot on Justis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Justis works his way back into a safe position though.
Justis wanted to stand there but Laranja had control of the position. #T3##SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Laranja wants to sweep but no luck.
Justis would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Laranja seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Laranja holds on and takes a little breather.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Justis has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Laranja is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Laranja lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Laranja misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Justis! But no joy.
Justis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Justis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Laranja jabs Justis to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Justis slips the punch.
Justis staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Justis throws a big counter head kick but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Justis moves away and avoids it.
Justis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Justis lands a right hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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. 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#
Laranja just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Justis misses.
Justis is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Laranja rather than just go for the knockout.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Justis moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
Laranja jumps guard but Justis turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Justis breaks from the clinch.
Laranja throws a low kick but Justis moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Justis misses.
Justis takes one to the chin there.
Justis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Laranja swings away with a body shot that misses
and Justis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Justis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Laranja misses with a body shot
and Justis counters with a straight right hand.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Justis unleashes a big counter combination but Laranja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Justis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Laranja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Justis can do to turn this around?
Laranja cracks Justis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Laranja cracks a nice hook into Justis's ribs.
Laranja throws a body kick that misses
and Justis counters with a nice leg kick.
Laranja throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Justis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Justis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Laranja throws out a loose jab but Justis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Justis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laranja misses with an uppercut.
Laranja throws the left hand but Justis avoids the punch easily.
Logan Justis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Justis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Justis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Justis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Laranja tries a head kick but it misses.
Renato Laranja is winning the standup battle so far.
Laranja listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Laranja misses the target.
A countering left hand to the body from Justis misses.
Laranja connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Justis.
Justis misses with a head kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Laranja misses its target.
A big right from Laranja misses.
Justis throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Laranja with a hook.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Justis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja scores with a push kick.
Justis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Justis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Justis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
Justis throws a counter combo.
Laranja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Justis.#T4#
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Justis manages to avoid it.
Laranja takes a swing at Justis's ribcage but misses.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
A nice side step and Justis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice straight punches there by Justis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Justis.
Justis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja throws a jab when Justis was well out of range.
Laranja moves into range and connects with a jab.
Justis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Laranja moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Justis ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Laranja, 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Logan Justis spoke after the fight, saying 'Well shit'. |
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Event:
GC 411 Garrett vs. Line
Date: Jan 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jackson throws a lazy head kick
and Laranja makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
Jackson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Laranja throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Laranja blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Jackson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Laranja darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Laranja lands a lovely overhand right.
Jackson throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Laranja throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Laranja works Jackson's body with a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laranja cracks Jackson with a good jab.
Laranja misses with a two punch combination.
#T1#
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson wants to counter with a clinch but Laranja pushes him away.
Laranja blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Laranja swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Laranja throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2#
and Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
Laranja takes a knee right on the jaw!
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Jackson connects with a knee to the head.
Laranja lands a nice shot to the body.
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Laranja lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson misses with an elbow strike.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Laranja goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A knee to the head by Jackson.
Laranja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Laranja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jackson blocking some punches.
Laranja lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Laranja lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Jackson blocking some punches.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Laranja.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body.
Laranja lands a left hand.
Jackson crunches a lovely knee into Laranja's ribcage.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Laranja avoiding damage as Jackson throws knees to the body.
Laranja lands a nice uppercut.
Laranja lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Laranja back against the cage.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4#
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Laranja lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from Laranja.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Laranja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
Laranja avoids a wild elbow strike from Jackson.
Jackson connects with a knee to the head.
Laranja lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
Jackson lands a knee to the body.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
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 Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Laranja looks to land a body kick but Jackson moved away.
A head kick from Jackson lands but Laranja takes it in his stride.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson darts in trying to clinch
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laranja moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromJackson.
Jackson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jackson throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Laranja misses with a low kick.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Laranja fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Jackson throws a push kick but Laranja slaps the foot to one side.
It looked like Laranja wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laranja looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Laranja throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Laranja scores with a nice head shot.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
A head kick by Jackson misses
and Laranja connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja connects with a crisp jab.
Laranja throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jackson.#ROC#Jackson is rocked!
Renato Laranja is winning the standup battle so far.
Jackson tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson is still on wobbly legs! Can Laranja finish him?
Laranja walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jackson.#CL2#
Jackson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Jackson seems to have recovered his senses.
Jackson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson. #T2#
A short uppercut from Laranja.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Laranja gets through Jackson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye.
Jackson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Renato Laranja has been cut.
Still in the clinch, Laranja scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jackson lands an elbow inside that Laranja shrugs off.
Black Lives Jackson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jackson misses with an elbow strike.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Laranja lands a right hand.
Laranja tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Laranja. #T3#
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Laranja misses with a body punch.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laranja misses with some punches.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Laranja has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jackson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Laranja is defending well for now.
Laranja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja lands a shot to the body.
Jackson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Jackson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Laranja can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jackson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Laranja tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Laranja lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jackson blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laranja.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Renato Laranja's cut.
That's time! 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#
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Laranja swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Jackson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Jackson tries to clinch there but Laranja circles away.
#CL2#
Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Laranja lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Laranja lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Jackson or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Laranja throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jackson blocking some punches.
A knee to the head by Jackson.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Laranja cracks Jackson with a nice body shot.#T1#
A short uppercut from Laranja.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jackson.
Jackson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Laranja lands with a light punch inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Laranja.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head.
Jackson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Laranja.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Laranja.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laranja.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Laranja has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laranja.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Laranja blocks it with crossed arms.
Laranja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jackson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Laranja's brow. #T2#
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A hook to the body from Laranja.
Laranja lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Laranja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Laranja misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson takes a shot to the head.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson misses with an elbow over the top.
Laranja pushes Jackson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Laranja.
Laranja lands a body punch.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Laranja scores with a nice hook to the head.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
#T3#
Laranja stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson trying to land knees to the body.
Laranja misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja lands a nice shot to the body.
Black Lives Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Laranja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Laranja tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body.
Laranja lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Laranja lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Laranja works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nice body punch from Laranja.
Jackson lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jackson comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Laranja.
Laranja lands a body shot.
Jackson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Laranja lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Laranja lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Laranja fails to land.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Laranja has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Laranja.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Laranja lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Laranja 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja 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:
GC 406
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Tanahashi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tanahashi lands the left hand.
Laranja takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice straight punches there by Laranja. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Laranja.
Laranja slips under a jab.
It looked like Laranja wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laranja throws a low kick but Tanahashi avoids it.
Tanahashi loads up on a big right hand but Laranja slips the punch.
Laranja takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tanahashi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laranja.
Tanahashi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Laranja has time to react.#CL2#
Tanahashi moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
A short left from Tanahashi.
Laranja lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tanahashi backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Tanahashi fails to land.
Laranja tries to work over Tanahashi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Tanahashi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Laranja slips a jab from Tanahashi.
A little feinted left hand from Laranja on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Laranja misses with a double jab
and Laranja takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Laranja throws the left hand but Tanahashi avoids the punch easily.
Tanahashi slips under a jab from Laranja.
Laranja with a hook.
Laranja misses with a right hand
enabling Tanahashi to counter with a crisp jab.
Tanahashi needs to keep his hands up - Laranja had a free shot at his head there.
Laranja looks to land a left hand but Tanahashi moved out of range nicely.
Laranja stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tanahashi.
Donk. Tanahashi catches Laranja right on the button with a cross.
Laranja on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tanahashi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanahashi misses with an uppercut. Laranja saw that one coming.
Laranja misses with a hook. Tanahashi ducked under it nicely.
Tanahashi has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Laranja ducks right into an uppercut from Tanahashi. #T2#
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab.
Laranja slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Laranja throws a hook but Tanahashi avoids it easily.
Tanahashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Laranja looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tanahashi slips a straight right by Laranja.
Tomohiro Tanahashi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tanahashi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Laranja wants to land a leg kick but Tanahashi is out of range.
Tanahashi throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
Tanahashi throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Tanahashi misses.
Tanahashi throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.
Laranja takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Laranja connects with a jab.
Laranja looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tanahashi connects with a high kick.
Tanahashi throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Laranja was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Laranja lands a head shot.
Tanahashi looks to throw the jab but Laranja is out of range.
Tanahashi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Laranja sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tanahashi's corner calls for a 1-2. Tanahashi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tanahashi lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Laranja swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tanahashi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tanahashi has time to react.
Laranja takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Laranja throws a front kick that sends Tanahashi stumbling back into the cage.
Tanahashi throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
#T4#
Laranja misses with a looping right.
Tanahashi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Laranja lands with a hook. Tanahashi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tanahashi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab.
Tanahashi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Laranja uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tanahashi.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Tanahashi counters with a one-two to the body.
A jab from Tanahashi misses.
A low kick lands for Tanahashi.
Tanahashi slips under a jab from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Tanahashi misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja with a jab.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
Tanahashi throws a front kick that sends Laranja stumbling back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tomohiro Tanahashi dominated that round.
That's time! Laranja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Tanahashi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tanahashi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laranja takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tanahashi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomohiro Tanahashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Laranja connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tanahashi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tanahashi checks a leg kick nicely.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice body punch from Laranja.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Tanahashi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tanahashi misses with a straight right.
Tanahashi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laranja jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Laranja with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tanahashi to score with a decent uppercut.
Tanahashi loads up on a big right hand but Laranja slips the punch.
Laranja throwing a counter right hand but Tanahashi manages to avoid it.
Tanahashi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Laranja connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tanahashi's hands.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tanahashi misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
Laranja dodges the punch combination from Tanahashi.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Tanahashi walks into a straight right hand from Laranja.
Tanahashi throws a series of punches but Laranja avoids them all with ease.
Tanahashi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tanahashi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Laranja misses with a hook
and Tanahashi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tanahashi slips a straight right by Laranja.
Tanahashi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laranja was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tanahashi misses with a straight left.
Tanahashi lands a glancing blow to the side of Laranja's head.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanahashi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tanahashi was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Tanahashi is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Laranja ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tanahashi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick from Tanahashi lands but Laranja takes it in his stride.
Laranja fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Tanahashi slips the punch.
Tanahashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tanahashi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Tanahashi looks to throw the jab but Laranja is out of range.
Tanahashi slips a straight right by Laranja.#T3#
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Tanahashi.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tanahashi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Laranja throws a big shot that misses.
Tanahashi throws a head kick that misses.
Laranja lands with a kick to the ribs.
Laranja slips a straight right by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Laranja counters with a low kick, right behind Tanahashi 's knee.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Tanahashi moves away and avoids it.
Tanahashi throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tanahashi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laranja.
Tanahashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanahashi throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja misses with a body punch
and Tanahashi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tanahashi throws a shot from downtown. Laranja moves away and avoids it.
Laranja looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Laranja throws a hook but Tanahashi blocks it.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tanahashi throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tanahashi moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Tanahashi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Laranja circles away quickly and effectively.
Tanahashi misses with a hook
enabling Laranja to counter with a crisp jab.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tanahashi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tanahashi misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tomohiro Tanahashi 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A jab from Laranja misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tanahashi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Laranja on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tanahashi fails to land with a series of punches.
Laranja was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Laranja moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Laranja misses with a jab to the body
and Tanahashi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tanahashi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laranja to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice straight punches there by Tanahashi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tanahashi.
Tanahashi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tanahashi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Laranja finds it's way round the side to connect with Tanahashi's head.
Tanahashi misses with a low kick as Laranja jumps back.
Tanahashi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Laranja.
Tanahashi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Laranja. #T1#
Laranja tests Tanahashi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tanahashi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Laranja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tanahashi lands a jab to the nose.
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
Tanahashi lands a head shot.
Tanahashi misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Laranja on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tanahashi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Tanahashi misses with an uppercut.
Tanahashi lands the left hand.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tanahashi staying out of range there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja slips a straight right by Tanahashi.
Laranja looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Laranja throws a wild body kick that Tanahashi sees coming a mile off.
A big right from Laranja misses. #T2#
Laranja throws a jab but it's blocked by Tanahashi.
Tanahashi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanahashi misses the target.
Laranja getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from Tanahashi misses its intended target.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Tanahashi moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Tanahashi flicks out a counter leg kick but Laranja steps away.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Tanahashi.
Laranja shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Laranja jabs at Tanahashi's body.
Laranja throws a poor cross that misses
and Tanahashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tanahashi misses the shot to the body.
Laranja was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Laranja with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tanahashi misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Laranja looks to land a right hand but Tanahashi moved out of range.
Laranja takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Laranja lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tanahashi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A good leg kick by Tanahashi.
Laranja moves out of range of the strikes.
Tanahashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tanahashi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tanahashi throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Donk. Tanahashi catches Laranja right on the button with a cross.
Tanahashi scores with a hook to the body. Laranja takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Tanahashi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanahashi jabs Laranja right on the nose. Laranja blinks but takes it well.
Laranja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
Laranja takes a swing at Tanahashi's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Tanahashi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
Tanahashi throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Laranja to counter with a crisp jab.
Laranja comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tanahashi lands a head kick. Laranja smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Tanahashi slips under a jab.
Tanahashi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Laranja swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tanahashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tomohiro Tanahashi.
Well Tanahashi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tomohiro Tanahashi!
Our winner, Tomohiro Tanahashi, 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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GC 399
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Sailcirc fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Laranja to the ground. Sailcirc is now in Laranja's guard.
Laranja is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sailcirc stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laranja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laranja pulls Sailcirc in close to his closed guard and prevents Sailcirc from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Laranja has his feet on Sailcirc's thighs here. He's pushed Sailcirc 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! Sailcirc screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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TC 13 Mil $ GP vol 1.3
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pate's corner calls for a 1-2. Pate obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Pate staying out of range there.
Pate is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pate.
Pate scores with a hook.#CL#
Pate gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Laranja struggles to land a body shot inside as Pate controls his hands.
Pate lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Laranja's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Knees to the body from Pate.
A short right from Pate on the inside. #BC2#
Laranja breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pate throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Pate.
Laranja clobbers Pate with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Laranja with a nice cross.
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pate moves away.
Laranja misses the jab.
Pate blocks a leg kick.
Pate is looking to counter punch.#T1#
A head kick misses from Pate.
Pate gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Laranja.
Pate does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
We've been told by Pate's head coaches at FF Forever that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Laranja moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pate throws a nice outside leg kick.
Laranja gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Laranja misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Pate counters with a straight right hand.
Pate misses with a double jab.
Laranja throws a sloppy body shot
and Pate connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pate tries to clinch but Laranja is having none of it.
Pate throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Patriootti Pate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Pate moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pate has a couple of punches blocked by Laranja.
#BC2#
Laranja breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Crunch! Pate slams his shin into Laranja's torso.
Laranja connects with an inside leg kick.
Pate tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
Laranja walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pate checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Laranja throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Pate closes the distance and clinches.
Pate swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja can't find room to land a body shot as Pate controls the action.
Pate lands with a left to the head.
Laranja gets through Pate's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Laranja scores with a shoulder strike.
Pate misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Laranja.
Laranja misses with some punches.
Pate lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pate lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Laranja misses with a punch to the body.
Pate misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Pate - that landed with a thud.
Pate misses with a punch on the inside.
Pate scores a nice knee to the body.
#T3#
Pate lands a damaging elbow.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pate tries a knee to the head but Laranja blocks it.
Pate blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja jumps guard but Pate turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Pate lands a left hand.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Laranja takes a knee to the side of the body.
Pate digs a right hand underneath Laranja's ribcage. Laranja let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Pate blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laranja wants to break the clinch but can't.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pate.
Laranja digs a right hand into Pate's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pate's gas tank.
Pate lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Laranja lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pate or not.
Pate tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja has a couple of punches blocked by Pate.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pate gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4#
Pate landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Pate prevents the takedown attempt.
Patriootti Pate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pate prevents it.
Pate lands with a light punch inside.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pate seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Pate lands a left hand.
Still in the clinch, Pate scores with a nice short uppercut.
Pate lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Laranja misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pate working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pate makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pate makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Laranja tries to work over Pate's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pate lands a body shot.
Pate lands with a short shot to the head.
Laranja throws a head punch that misses.
Pate tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Patriootti Pate dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Laranja misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pate throws a counter high kick but Laranja was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nice shot by Pate.
Pate looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pate throws a front kick aimed at Laranja's knee but Laranja avoids it well. #CL#
Pate clinches.
Laranja lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pate lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Pate misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pate misses with an elbow over the top.
Patriootti Pate has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Laranja swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laranja blocks an uppercut.
Laranja blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Laranja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pate lands a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Renato Laranja has been cut.
Pate unloads a knee to the mid-section. Laranja lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Laranja breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Pate throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
Pate steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Pate jabs Laranja right on the nose. Laranja blinks but takes it well.
Laranja lands a nice hook to Pate's body. Pate takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pate with a jab.
Laranja keeps the fight on the outside.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pate scores with a body shot.
Pate feints and then cracks Laranja's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Laranja down.
Laranja misses with an uppercut
and Pate counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Laranja connects with the punch.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pate connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pate throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laranja jabs Pate to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Laranja throws a hook but Pate avoids it easily.#T2#
Laranja throws a push kick but Pate slaps the foot to one side.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Pate throws a sloppy head kick and Laranja moves out of range easily.
Pate connects with a single shot there.
Laranja takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Laranja takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pate is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laranja can do to turn this around?
Pate lands with a hook. Laranja tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pate displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab. #CL#
Pate clinches up with Laranja and pushes him back against the cage.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Pate throws an elbow but misses.
Laranja working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pate softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Laranja's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Laranja takes one on the button.
Pate connects with a good right hand that stumbles Laranja. Laranja circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Pate moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Pate scores with a shot to the body.
Pate lands with a kick to the temple. Laranja shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Laranja misses with a right hand
and Pate connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pate clobbers Laranja with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pate just misses with a punch to the body.
Pate connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Laranja's hands.
Laranja dodges the punch combination from Pate.
Laranja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pate throws out the jab.
A jab lands there for Pate.
Laranja displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pate throws out the jab.
Pate throws a lazy uppercut
and Laranja counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Laranja slips under a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pate avoids the body shot from Laranja.
Pate lands an overhand right.
Pate tries to clinch up.#T4#
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Laranja smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Pate throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Pate slips under a jab.
Nice cross by Laranja.
Pate pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Patriootti Pate is winning the standup battle so far.
Pate throws a series of punches but Laranja moves out of range.
Pate steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Laranja scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Laranja is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Pate.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pate can pounce on him.
Pate missing with a left hand there. Laranja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Laranja is looking to score with low kicks.
A big right from Laranja misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Patriootti Pate dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Renato Laranja's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A good leg kick by Pate.
Laranja throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pate throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pate scores with a jab. Laranja acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Laranja lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pate moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pate counters with a leg kick.
Pate ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laranja lands with a nice body punch.
Pate blocks a jab.
Pate checks a leg kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pate checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pate misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Laranja misses.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Pate's head but Pate sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Pate sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pate misses with a head kick.
#T1#
Pate gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Laranja.
Pate pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pate lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Pate connects with a solid leg kick.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja with a nice cross.
Pate chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pate.
Pate checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pate cracks Laranja with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Laranja swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Laranja takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pate tries to clinch but Laranja moves out of range.
Pate fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Laranja.
Laranja misses with an uppercut. Pate saw that one coming.
As Laranja tries to get set, Pate tries to push him back and clinch up but Laranja manages to avoid the attempt.
Laranja misses with a straight right. #T2#
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Pate moves away and avoids it.
Pate blocks a jab.
Laranja throws a leg kick but Pate checks it.
Pate jabs Laranja right on the nose. Laranja blinks but takes it well.
Pate tries to clinch
and Laranja cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Laranja looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Pate chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pate misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laranja.
Laranja doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pate uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
Laranja misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Pate misses its intended target.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Pate counters with a two punch combo.
Pate misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
Laranja scores with a nice head shot.
Pate closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja 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.
Pate loads up on a big right hand but Laranja slips the punch.
Pate throws a jab but it's blocked by Laranja.
Laranja misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Pate moves into the clinch.
Laranja tries to circle away but Pate has him pinned against the cage.
Laranja misses with a punch on the inside.
Laranja is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pate to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Laranja drags the fight down to the ground.
Pate showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Laranja has an active guard here but Pate has managed to pass into half guard.
Laranja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Laranja is trying to escape back to his feet but Pate uses the scramble to pass into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja seems a little lost for a moment, as Pate dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laranja is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pate's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Laranja wants to get back to full guard but Pate has mounted him!
Laranja tries to reverse the position but Pate maintains control.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Patriootti Pate showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Pate 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patriootti Pate!
Patriootti Pate bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TC Wednesday Warriors 2
Date: Sep 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Laranja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Laranja takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Laranja looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Laranja scores with a jab. The Show acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Laranja throws a poor cross that misses
and The Show cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The Show throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
The Show uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Laranja misses with a kick to the body
and The Show counters with a nice uppercut.
Laranja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Show takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The Show tries to move into range but Laranja moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The Show moves forwards but Laranja connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Laranja uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from The Show.
The Show misses with a looping left.
Laranja lands a jab to The Show's midsection.#T1#
Laranja jabs at The Show's body.
The Show on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The Show has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The Show misses with an uppercut
and Laranja counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The Show thows a left - swing and a miss!
The Show connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Laranja walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The Show walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Show. Laranja does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja lands a jab to the nose.
The Show misses with a looping right.
A jab lands there for Laranja.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja looks for the body kick but The Show saw that one coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Laranja as he connects with a hook.#T2#
Laranja lunges at The Show with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by The Show's hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Laranja. That snapped The Show's head back.
Laranja rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and The Show counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and The Show connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The Show misses the jab.
The Show is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Laranja throws a shot to the body.
Laranja scores with a leg kick.
Laranja fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The Show misses with a right hand
and Laranja counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The Show misses with an uppercut.
Laranja throws a poor cross that misses
and The Show counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Laranja does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Decent striking displayed by Laranja there.#T3#
Laranja throws a looping overhand right but The Show ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja scores with a shot to the body.
The Show with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laranja to score with a decent uppercut.
Laranja punishes The Show's body with a nice straight punch.
Laranja connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed The Show momentarily.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja connects with a body shot.
The Show misses with a left hand
and Laranja counters with a nice uppercut.
The Show throws out a loose jab but Laranja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja throws a big shot that misses.
The Show takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Laranja throws a predictable looking body shot
and The Show counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The Show slips a jab from Laranja.#T4#
Laranja 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.
Laranja scores with a punch to the head.
The Show misses with an uppercut.
The Show tries to bum rush Laranja with a series of wild strikes but Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Laranja throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and The Show counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laranja missing with a left hand there. The Show was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The Show is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A big left from Laranja misses.
The Show is looking to counter punch.
Laranja throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent The Show stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Laranja lunges at The Show with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by The Show's hand.
The Show misses with a hook
and Laranja counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Laranja thuds a left hand into The Show's body.
Laranja throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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#
Laranja tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Show was well out of range. Poor timing from Laranja.
Laranja throws a predictable looking body shot
and The Show counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Show throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Laranja throws a poor cross that misses
enabling The Show to counter with a crisp jab.
The Show throws a lazy right hand but Laranja sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Show manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Laranja.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
enabling The Show to counter with a crisp jab.
The Show takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Renato Laranja seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Show rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Laranja counters with a right hand to the body.
The Show slips a jab from Laranja.
Laranja throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
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!
The Show looks to land a left hand but Laranja moved out of range nicely.
Laranja looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
The Show's corner calls for a 1-2. The Show obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Laranja has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laranja lands with a straight right. The Show didn't see that one coming.
The Show looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The Show uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Laranja throws a series of punches but The Show moves out of range.
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and The Show counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Laranja swings widly with a right hand
and The Show counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Laranja is rocked!
Laranja misses with a body shot.
The Show throwing a counter right hand but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Laranja throws a leg kick which misses The Show's front leg but catches the back leg as The Show tries to avoid it.
Laranja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The Show went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
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!
Laranja lands a nice looking body shot.
A nice leg kick from Laranja, right into the meat of the thigh.
#T2#
The Show with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laranja to score with a decent uppercut.
The Show drops his hands momentarily and Laranja takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The Show avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Show.
Laranja throws out a counter right but The Show avoids it with no problem.
A jab from The Show does it's job there.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of The Show's head but The Show sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The Show throws a poor cross that misses
and Laranja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The Show ducks right into an uppercut from Laranja.
The Show throws a right hand that Laranja ducks under and follows up with a left that Laranja also avoids with ease.
Laranja lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice body punch from Laranja.
The Show dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Laranja connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Laranja throws the left hand but The Show avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from The Show on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Laranja cracks The Show with an open hand slap.
The Show is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The Show misses with a looping right.
A countering left hand to the body from Laranja misses.
Laranja lands a nice shot that snaps The Show's head back.
The Show misses with a left hand
and Laranja counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps The Show thinking.
Laranja scores with a shot to the body.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and The Show counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Show tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The Show on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Show tries to bum rush Laranja with a series of wild strikes but Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The Show throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but The Show is out of range.
That kick from Laranja tenderised The Show's leg. The Show is trying to keep his angry face on.
The Show misses with an uppercut.
The Show swings widly with a right hand
and Laranja counters with an outside leg kick.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laranja connects with a jab.
The Show slips under a jab from Laranja.
Laranja avoids the body shot from The Show.
Laranja misses with a looping right.
A big right from Laranja misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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 hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and The Show counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The Show blocks a low kick nicely.
The Show throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jab by The Show.
Laranja misses with a hook.
Laranja with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Laranja misses the target.
The Show steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Laranja connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between The Show's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Show gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Laranja.
Laranja punishes The Show's body with a nice straight punch.
The Show with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Show swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
The Show throws a series of punches but Laranja avoids them all with ease.
The Show connects with a looping right hand.
Laranja scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Laranja darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Laranja avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The Show keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Laranja.
Laranja throws the left hand but The Show avoids the punch easily.
The Show uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laranja.
Laranja lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab from Laranja finds it's way through The Show's defenses.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randy The Show has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The Show uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
The Show moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Laranja has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Show looks to land a combination but Laranja avoids it well.
Laranja throws the left hand but The Show avoids the punch easily.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether The Show might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
The Show throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
The Show missing with a left hand there. Laranja was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Laranja avoids the body shot from The Show.
The Show takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#ROC2#The Show is rocked!
Laranja scores with a hook.
Oh The Show is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The Show uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
A little feinted left hand from The Show on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The Show walks into a straight right hand from Laranja.#T3#
Laranja moves away from the strike by The Show.
The Show moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Laranja throws a lazy uppercut
letting The Show counter with a right hand.
The Show seems to have got his legs back now.
Laranja misses with a hook.
The Show throws a series of punches but Laranja avoids them all with ease.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by The Show.
The Show walks into a stiff left hand from Laranja.
The Show doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Laranja lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Laranja tests The Show's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Laranja throws a body punch but The Show moves out of range.
Laranja misses with a left hand
and The Show counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Laranja connects with a good right hand that stumbles The Show. The Show circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The Show throws a poor cross that misses
letting Laranja counter with a right hand.
Laranja lands with a straight right. The Show didn't see that one coming.
The Show is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Laranja scores with a sloppy right hand. The Show should have avoided that one.
Laranja misses with a hook
and The Show counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice body punch from Laranja.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. The Show moves away and avoids it.
The Show closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Laranja 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Randy The Show was interviewed post fight and said 'This loss will not define me!'. |
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Event:
TC 1:Pearson vs Ringnes
Date: Aug 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ahonen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Laranja scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ahonen misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laranja! But no joy.
Laranja takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Laranja lands with an overhand left.
Ahonen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laranja smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ahonen scores with a kick to the midsection.
Laranja takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ahonen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ahonen throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Laranja waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ahonen.
Ahonen slips a straight right by Laranja.
A little feinted left hand from Ahonen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Ahonen counters with a leg kick.
Laranja loads up on a big right hand but Ahonen slips the punch.#T1#
Laranja lands a lovely overhand right.
Laranja closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good exchange - Laranja coming out on top.
Ahonen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab by Ahonen.
Ahonen misses the shot to the body.
Laranja scores with a jab to the body.
Renato Laranja is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ahonen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
Ahonen misses with a looping right.
Ahonen blocks a jab.
Ahonen is looking to counter punch.
Ahonen moves out of range of the strikes.
Ahonen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laranja was well out of range. Poor timing from Ahonen.
Laranja looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ahonen lands with a hook. Laranja tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his 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!
Ahonen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laranja throws out the jab.
Laranja throws the left hand but Ahonen avoids the punch easily.
Laranja throws an overhand right that lands on Ahonen's shoulder, as Ahonen tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Laranja misses with a left hand
and Ahonen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ahonen slips a jab from Laranja.
Ahonen slips a jab from Laranja.
Laranja scores with the left hand. Ahonen knows he should have avoided that one.
Laranja missing with a left hand there. Ahonen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ahonen connects with a body shot that sends Laranja's belly button to the back.
Ahonen connects with a solid leg kick.
Laranja might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Laranja keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Laranja on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ahonen throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
Ahonen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Laranja backs up against the cage.
Laranja misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ahonen counters with an outside leg kick.
A left and a right from Ahonen both land. Nice combination.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja takes a swing at Ahonen's ribcage but misses.
Ahonen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laranja sprawls and moves away.
Ahonen scores with a sloppy right hand. Laranja should have avoided that one. #T3#
Ahonen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Good work by Ahonen as he checks the leg kick.
Laranja tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Laranja uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Ahonen slips a jab from Laranja.
Laranja misses with a left hand
and Ahonen counters with a straight right hand.
Ahonen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ahonen moves out of range of the strikes.
Ahonen throwing a counter right hand but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ahonen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ahonen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ahonen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Laranja smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ahonen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ahonen had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ahonen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laranja lands with a nice body punch.
Ahonen cracks Laranja with a right hand to the side of the head.
Laranja throws out a loose jab but Ahonen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ahonen misses the body punch
and Laranja counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laranja looks to land a left hand but Ahonen moved out of range nicely.
Ahonen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ahonen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ahonen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Laranja's waist but Laranja gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ahonen off to one side.
Ahonen throws an overhand right that lands on Laranja's shoulder, as Laranja tries to avoid the shot.
Ahonen misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Laranja was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ahonen throws a body punch but Laranja moves out of range.
Ahonen throws the left hand but Laranja avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laranja keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ahonen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Laranja has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Laranja ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
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 Manu Ahonen will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ahonen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Ahonen moves away and avoids it.
Laranja missing with a left hand there. Ahonen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Laranja looks to land a left hand but Ahonen moved out of range nicely.
Ahonen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ahonen drops his hands momentarily and Laranja takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ahonen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ahonen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Laranja throws a body punch but Ahonen moves out of range.
Ahonen moves out of range of the strikes.
Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ahonen.
Ahonen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ahonen duly obliges.
A swing and a miss from Laranja.
Ahonen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Laranja steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ahonen.
Laranja misses the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahonen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ahonen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Laranja swings widly with a right hand
letting Ahonen counter with a right hand.
Ahonen shoots in for a takedown but Laranja shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ahonen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laranja keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ahonen.
Ahonen ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Ahonen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Laranja doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD#
Ahonen shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Laranja wants to control but Ahonen is keeping busy.
Laranja tries to roll over but Ahonen keeps him under control.
Ahonen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laranja can do to turn this around?
Ahonen not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Laranja trying to hold on to Ahonen's head to control him but Ahonen postures up.
Ahonen seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ahonen is keen to just control but Laranja is a slippery customer.
Laranja makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Laranja.
Laranja keeping moving, preventing Ahonen from controlling successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ahonen throws a big right hand that misses.
Laranja is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ahonen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Laranja working a defensive guard here.
Ahonen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laranja taking a bit of punishment here - Ahonen scoring with strikes.
Laranja tries to bench press Ahonen off him but Ahonen keeps the position.
Ahonen lands a nice forearm strike.
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.
You can see the frustration on Laranja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Laranja takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Ahonen trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom. #T4#
Ahonen working away.
Ahonen in side control lands a decent elbow.
Laranja tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ahonen lands a decent elbow from side control.
Ahonen working the body and head with strikes.
Ahonen working away.
Ahonen gets to mount! Laranja was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We've been hearing good reports from Ahonen'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.
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Laranja slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manu Ahonen dominated that second round.
That's time! Ahonen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Laranja misses the jab.
It appears Ahonen was looking to counter with a kick there.
Laranja misses with a hook. Ahonen ducked under it nicely.
Ahonen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Manu Ahonen is winning the standup battle so far.
Ahonen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laranja.
Ahonen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Laranja on the side of the head.
Ahonen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Laranja avoids it really well and circles away.
Laranja lands a jab to Ahonen's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahonen defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
Ahonen moves away from the strike by Laranja.
Ahonen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A shot to the body from Laranja misses
and Ahonen counters with an inside leg kick.
Laranja on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Ahonen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
Ahonen throws a big counter combination but Laranja scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ahonen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Laranja tries to avoid it but Ahonen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Laranja to the ground. Laranja escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Laranja looks to land a right hand but Ahonen moved out of range.
Ahonen slips under a jab.
Laranja closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Laranja cracks Ahonen with a good jab.
Ahonen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Ahonen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Laranja misses with a right hand
and Ahonen counters with a stiff right hand.
Laranja moves forwards but Ahonen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Laranja has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Laranja there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ahonen ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ahonen goes for a double leg but Laranja avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Laranja continues to drive forward.
Laranja feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manu Ahonen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Laranja checks a leg kick.
Laranja takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ahonen throws a body shot but no joy.
Laranja looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ahonen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laranja.
Laranja scores with a sloppy right hand. Ahonen should have avoided that one.
Ahonen thuds a left hand into Laranja's body.
No luck for Ahonen with that takedown attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Laranja misses.
Ahonen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Ahonen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ahonen manages to avoid it.
Laranja paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A punch lands to the side of Ahonen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ahonen ducks right into an uppercut from Laranja.
Ahonen just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Jab by Ahonen.
Ahonen throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Laranja dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Ahonen is just out of range.
Ahonen misses with a takedown attempt - Laranja sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Manu Ahonen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Laranja throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ahonen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laranja swings for the body but Ahonen moves out of range.
Laranja fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ahonen manages to avoid it.
Laranja takes a swing at Ahonen's ribcage but misses.
Laranja thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laranja ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ahonen moves away.#T4##TD#
Ahonen closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahonen sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Laranja is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Laranja is looking to reverse the position.
Ahonen 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.
Ahonen landing strikes.
Laranja is looking for a sweep.#SU#
Ahonen has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja throws the left hand but Ahonen avoids the punch easily.
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 Manu Ahonen.
Well Ahonen 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manu Ahonen! |
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Event:
Galaxy 5: Nirvana
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pate will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pate staying out of range there.
Laranja throws a body punch but Pate moves out of range.
Laranja throws a body shot but no joy.
Pate fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Laranja has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A slow jab from Laranja misses its intended target.
Pate tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've been told by Pate's head coaches at FF Forever that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Laranja rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pate makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Pate.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja throws a right hand that misses
and Pate counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Pate on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pate throws a right and a left that Laranja avoids nicely.
Pate misses with a straight right. #T1#
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Pate is just out of range.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circling - Laranja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja throws a hook but Pate avoids it easily.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Pate counters with a straight right hand.
Nice defenses there by Pate.
Laranja dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pate keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
Pate wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Pate swinging wildly here.
Laranja now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Pate has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pate there as he acknowledges the shot.
Laranja throws a lazy uppercut
and Pate counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Pate. That's going to slow Laranja down.
Pate throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Pate moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
Pate connects with a solid leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja scores with a sloppy right hand. Pate should have avoided that one.
Laranja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pate swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pate throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laranja throws a hook but Pate avoids it easily.
Laranja is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pate.
Pate appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pate.
Laranja throws a body punch but Pate moves out of range.
Pate rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Laranja moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Laranja is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pate steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.#T3#
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Laranja does it's job there.
Laranja misses with a right hand
and Pate connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja misses with a hook
and Pate counters with a nice uppercut.
Laranja uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Pate uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
As Laranja backs away, Pate returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Laranja uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pate.
Laranja dodges the punch combination from Pate.
Pate connects with a nice looking jab.
Pate ducks under a wild hook from Laranja.
Laranja slips a jab from Pate.
Laranja throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Laranja lands a nice hook to Pate's body. Pate takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pate.
Pate is looking to clinch.
Pate listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Pate misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
Laranja throws a lazy right hand but Pate sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pate throws a hook but Laranja blocks it.
Pate throws a quick inside leg kick.
Laranja lands a jab to Pate's midsection.
Pate staying out of range there.
Pate steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Pate throws a quick counter head kick but Laranja was just out of range.
Laranja gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pate.
Laranja takes a jab right on the kisser.
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 Patriootti Pate will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Laranja misses with a looping right.
Pate throws a quick counter head kick but Laranja was just out of range.
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Pate is just out of range.
A jab lands there for Laranja.
Laranja's corner calls for a 1-2. Laranja obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Laranja takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laranja looks to score with a jab to the body but Pate is just out of range.
Laranja misses with a straight left.
Pate throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pate fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pate keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
It looked like Pate wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laranja swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Pate misses the target.
Pate takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pate throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laranja moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Laranja fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pate on the side of the head.
Laranja takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Pate defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand.
Jab from Pate.
Pate throws a hook to the side of Laranja's head but Laranja sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pate throws a jab but it's blocked by Laranja.
Pate uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
A telegraphed right hand from Pate misses the target.
Laranja throws a shot from downtown. Pate moves away and avoids it.
Laranja misses with a hook. Pate ducked under it nicely.
Pate throwing a counter right hand but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Pate keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Laranja.
Pate swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Laranja throws a right hand that misses
and Pate counters with a leg kick.
Pate throws a jab when Laranja was well out of range.#T2#
Laranja throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pate counters with a nice uppercut.
A big right from Laranja misses.
Laranja throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As Laranja tries to get set, Pate tries to push him back and clinch up but Laranja manages to avoid the attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laranja connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Pate momentarily.
Pate takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Laranja's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Laranja misses with a hook.
Laranja misses the shot to the body.
Pate lands with a nice combination. Laranja backs away looking to recover.
Pate ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pate misses with a looping left.#CL#
Pate pushes Laranja up against the cage in a clinch.
Laranja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Laranja creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Pate scores with a shot to the side of Laranja's head.
Laranja is trying to drag Pate to the mat but Pate just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pate.
Pate lands a shot to the body.
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Pate manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Pate with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#TD2#
Laranja ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Laranja no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Laranja looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Pate puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Laranja trying to hold on to Pate's head to control him but Pate postures up.
Pate trying to mount his opponent but Laranja defends it.
Pate is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T4#
Laranja is pressing down on Pate's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Laranja is trying to hold Pate in close to prevent damage but Pate has managed to pass into half guard.
Laranja trying to control here.
Pate perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pate trying to mount his opponent but Laranja defends it.
Laranja tries to get to full guard but Pate has control of the leg.
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 Patriootti Pate will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Pate lands a slapping body shot.
Good exchange - Laranja coming out on top.
Pate fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Laranja on the side of the head.
Laranja misses with a left hand
and Pate counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Laranja looks to throw the jab but Pate is out of range.
Pate is looking to counter punch.
Pate tries a head kick but it misses.
Pate paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Laranja lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pate jabs at Laranja's body.
Patriootti Pate is winning the standup battle so far.
Pate throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fighters circling - Pate throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laranja with the counter takedown but Pate avoids it easily.#T1#
Laranja throws an off balance right hand
and Pate counters with a slapping leg kick.
Pate scores with a body shot.
Pate connects with a looping right hand.
Laranja tests Pate's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pate avoids the body shot from Laranja.
Laranja closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Pate thuds his right hand into Laranja's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Laranja misses with a lunging right hand
and Pate counters with a nice low kick that buckles Laranja's knee momentarily.
Pate tries to clinch up.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Pate.
Pate tests Laranja's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pate moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Pate on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pate goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Pate is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laranja can do to turn this around?
Pate throws a body shot but no joy.
Pate throws a hook but Laranja avoids it easily.
Pate ducks right into an uppercut from Laranja.
Laranja scores with a punch to the head.
Laranja swings widly with a right hand
and Pate counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A big right from Laranja misses.
Pate tried to counter with a leg kick but Laranja avoided it.#CL#
Pate fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Laranja, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Pate scores with a nice short uppercut.
Laranja stalling in the clinch but Pate improves position.
Pate lands with a right to the head.
Laranja is trying to drag Pate to the mat but Pate just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Laranja misses with the head strike.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pate seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.#T3#
Pate lands with a left to the head.
Pate lands a shoulder strike.
Pate lands with a light punch inside.
Nice elbow from Pate. #TD2#
Laranja has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Pate clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Laranja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Laranja tightening his grip on Pate, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Laranja looking for the choke from the back. #T4#
Pate tries to escape the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Laranja is looking for the choke from the back position but Pate is controlling his hands well.
Pate covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Well, with Laranja on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Pate is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Laranja seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Pate's chin but Pate turns very nicely into Laranja's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Pate.
Laranja wants to control the position but Pate says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Laranja is doing well to control the position and prevent Pate from advancing to side control.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Laranja looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Patriootti Pate showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pate, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patriootti Pate!
Patriootti Pate decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
GALAXY 1- A Star is Born
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A punch lands to the side of Reyvolt 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Laranja lands with a good body shot.
Reyvolt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Laranja smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Reyvolt tries to move into range but Laranja moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Reyvolt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laranja.
Reyvolt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Laranja throws a chopping leg kick but Reyvolt manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Reyvolt throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Laranja scores with a crisp jab that stopped Reyvolt in his tracks.
Laranja fails with the takedown
and Reyvolt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Laranja's corner calls for a 1-2. Laranja obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Reyvolt tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Laranja shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Reyvolt as he jumps to the side.
Laranja swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Reyvolt counters with a one-two to the body.
Laranja fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laranja getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Laranja misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Laranja scores with a jab to the head.
Reyvolt walks into a jab.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
Laranja wants to clinch up but Reyvolt keeps it at a distance.
Laranja is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Laranja looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Reyvolt throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Nice defenses there by Reyvolt.
Laranja changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Reyvolt tries to avoid it but Laranja manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Reyvolt to the ground. Reyvolt escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T3#
Some wild striking there from Laranja.
Reyvolt looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Reyvolt circles away from the clinch attempt.
Reyvolt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Reyvolt! But no joy.
Reyvolt takes one to the side of the head.
Laranja lands a nice shot that snaps Reyvolt's head back.
Laranja lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Laranja moves into range and connects with a jab.
Laranja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Laranja listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Laranja doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Laranja takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Reyvolt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Laranja throws a hook but Reyvolt avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laranja connects with a body shot that sends Reyvolt's belly button to the back.
Laranja is looking to slow Reyvolt down with leg kicks.
Nice cross by Laranja.
Laranja lands with a good body shot.
Nice jab there from Laranja. #ROC#Reyvolt is rocked!#TD#
Laranja shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Reyvolt's guard.
Reyvolt is still in real trouble! Can Laranja finish him?
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#
Laranja drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Laranja jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja dominated that round.
That's time! Laranja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Laranja cracks Reyvolt with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Reyvolt tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Laranja pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Reyvolt is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CWC FULL CONTACT SPECIAL 3
Date: Mar 27, 2020 |
#R1#
Vettori connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Donk. Vettori catches Laranja right on the button with a cross.#CUT#
It looks like Renato Laranja has been cut.
Vettori takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vettori throws a looping overhand right but Laranja ducks down to avoid it.
Laranja throws a shot to the body.
Vettori looks to throw the jab but Laranja is out of range.
Laranja looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laranja. Vettori does a little dance to reset his feet.
Laranja ducks under a wild hook from Vettori.
Vettori moves into range and connects with a jab.
Laranja takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vettori scores with a jab. Laranja acknowledges it with a nod of 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!
Laranja swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Vettori throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laranja let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vettori looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Laranja on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vettori. Vettori obviously looking to wear him down.
Laranja tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Vettori counters with a straight right hand.
Laranja misses with a double jab
and Laranja takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vettori looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vettori misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
Laranja swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vettori is looking to chop away at Laranja's legs. #KD#
Vettori drops Laranja with a beautiful combination! Laranja stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Vettori is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Laranja is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vettori but Vettori pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2##KD#
Vettori cracks Laranja with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Vettori has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Laranja to stand back up!
Laranja is still on wobbly legs! Can Vettori finish him?#KD#
Vettori drops Laranja with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Laranja looks back up at him and smiles so Vettori waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Laranja throws the left hand but Vettori avoids the punch easily.
Laranja seems to have recovered his senses.
Laranja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Laranja looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheers as Vettori lands an impressive looking overhand right. Laranja doesn't seem phased though.#KD#
Vettori drops Laranja with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Laranja looks back up at him and smiles so Vettori waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Laranja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vettori is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Vettori defending well as Laranja loads up on a big left hand. #T3##KD#
Vettori lands a big uppercut and Laranja crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Laranja looks OK. Vettori waves Laranja back to his feet!
Vettori throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Laranja steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vettori.
Vettori circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Laranja to the canvas! Laranja doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Vettori keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marvin Vettori!
Marvin Vettori bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Laranja attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Laranja looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Henry Jr's head but Henry Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Henry Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Laranja misses with a body kick.
Henry Jr feints the counter takedown.
Laranja dives in and grabs Henry Jr's left leg, looking for a takedown. Henry Jr pushes down on Laranja's head and hops out.
Henry Jr connects with a crisp jab.
Laranja has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Laranja misses with a body kick.
And Henry Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Henry Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Laranja paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Henry Jr.
Laranja throws a head kick but Henry Jr moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Laranja moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It looked like Laranja wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Henry Jr scores with a nice strike.
Laranja throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Henry Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
Henry Jr lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Laranja backs up against the cage.
Henry Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Laranja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Laranja showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Henry Jr.
Andrew Henry Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A combination from Henry Jr does no damage.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Henry Jr has managed to clinch.
Henry Jr looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Laranja blocks an uppercut.
Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Henry Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Henry Jr works on Laranja's body with a couple of short punches.
Henry Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
Laranja looking for a takedown.
Laranja is breathing heavily.
Laranja lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Laranja is working for takedown but Henry Jr is calmly controlling the position for now.
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Henry Jr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Henry Jr obliges.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Laranja is defending well for now.
Laranja avoiding damage as Henry Jr throws knees to the body.
Henry Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henry Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Henry Jr landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Henry Jr lands a knee to the body.
Henry Jr landing knees to the body.
Laranja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr working Laranja over with knees to the body.
Henry Jr trying to land knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Henry Jr.
Henry Jr landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Laranja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henry Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Henry Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Henry Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Henry Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Laranja avoids it.
Henry Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
Henry Jr lands a nice uppercut.
Henry Jr misses with a body punch.
Laranja has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Henry Jr after a bit of a struggle.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja lands a left hand that snaps the head of Henry Jr backwards.
Henry Jr lands a left hand.
Henry Jr tries to throw a body punch but Laranja avoids it by throwing Henry Jr back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Henry Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laranja.
Henry Jr gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Laranja tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Laranja tries to pull guard but Henry Jr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Henry Jr gets underhooks to prevent Laranja's takedown attempt.
A nice left hand lands by Henry Jr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Henry Jr looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
Henry Jr misses with a knee to the head. #T4#
A shot in the inside from Henry Jr.
Laranja prevents a body shot from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr lands an uppercut.
Henry Jr missing with knees to the body.
Henry Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Laranja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Henry Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Laranja has Henry Jr pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Henry Jr manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Henry Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Henry Jr landing knees to the body.
Henry Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Henry Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Henry Jr pushes Laranja back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Laranja prevents a body shot from Henry Jr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Henry Jr looking to throw knees to the head but Laranja is blocking nicely.
A shot in the inside from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Laranja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Henry Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Henry Jr 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#
Henry Jr sizes up Laranja with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL2#
Henry Jr fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Laranja, pushing him back against the cage.
Laranja goes for a takedown attempt but Henry Jr pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Henry Jr moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
Henry Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja is trying to drag Henry Jr to the mat but Henry Jr just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Henry Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Andrew Henry Jr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A shot in the inside from Henry Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja swings wildly with an uppercut but Henry Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr lands with a left to the head.
Henry Jr lands a body shot.
Henry Jr unloads a knee to the mid-section. Laranja lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Henry Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Laranja controls his hands.
Henry Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Henry Jr.
A hook to the body from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr lands an elbow inside that Laranja shrugs off.
Laranja prevents a body shot from Henry Jr.
Still in the clinch, Henry Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Henry Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Laranja is defending well for now.
Henry Jr pushes Laranja back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Henry Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Henry Jr is working Laranja over against the cage.
Henry Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Henry Jr.
Laranja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Henry Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Henry Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Henry Jr lands with a left to the head.
Henry Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Laranja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Henry Jr.
A short right from Henry Jr on the inside.
Henry Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr prevents a takedown attempt there.
Henry Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Laranja's elbow.
Henry Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Knees to the body from Henry Jr.
Laranja avoiding damage as Henry Jr throws knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Henry Jr.
Henry Jr lands a knee to the body.
A right hand to the body from Henry Jr.
A nice right hand lands inside from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Henry Jr.
Henry Jr working Laranja over with knees to the body.
Henry Jr tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Henry Jr. #T3#
Henry Jr lands a nice uppercut.
Henry Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja lands a left hand that snaps the head of Henry Jr backwards.
Laranja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henry Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Henry Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Henry Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Henry Jr lands with a right to the head.
Henry Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
A short right from Henry Jr on the inside.
Henry Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Henry Jr on the inside.
Henry Jr digs a right hand into Laranja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Laranja's gas tank.
Henry Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Laranja throws a punch but it's blocked by Henry Jr.
Laranja can't get the takedown.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Henry Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Laranja blocks with his arms.
Still in the clinch, Henry Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Henry Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Henry Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Laranja backwards. #T4#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Henry Jr obliges.
Henry Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Henry Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Henry Jr.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
Henry Jr misses with a body punch.
Henry Jr tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Henry Jr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Laranja.
Laranja tries to pull guard but Henry Jr won't allow it.
Laranja fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Laranja blocks a body shot from Henry Jr.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Henry Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Henry Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Knees to the body from Henry Jr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Henry Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Laranja avoiding damage as Henry Jr throws knees to the body.
Henry Jr utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Henry Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Laranja is defending well for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Henry Jr 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#
Laranja takes one on the button.
Laranja shoots for a takedown but Henry Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Henry Jr feints the counter takedown.
Henry Jr scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Laranja takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Henry Jr digs a good body shot into Laranja's ribs.
Henry Jr jabs Laranja to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Henry Jr as he connects with a hook.
Henry Jr moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
Good exchange - Henry Jr coming out on top.#ROC2#
Laranja is rocked!
Henry Jr has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
No joy there for Henry Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Oh Laranja is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja swats away the attempt to clinch by Henry Jr.
An attempted straight right counter from Laranja misses the target.
Laranja closes this distance looking for a takedown but Henry Jr circles away.
OH! Laranja has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Henry Jr smells blood and charges in for the finish! Henry Jr unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Laranja sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Andrew Henry Jr!
A very excited looking Andrew Henry Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
CWC Full Contact Special
Date: Feb 09, 2020 |
#R1#
Laranja misses with a kick to the body.
#TD2#
Laranja gets caught napping as Rebenta dives in and scores a takedown. Laranja manages to retain guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Laranja is looking for a triangle but Rebenta pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Laranja is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Laranja is looking for a triangle but Rebenta pushes his legs off easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rebenta's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rebenta passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Laranja is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at The Factory that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Rebenta tries to advance to mount but can't.
Laranja is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rebenta tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rebenta scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Rebenta works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Rebenta is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Laranja has escaped the position, nice work there.
Laranja is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Rebenta wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Laranja, who protects the arm well.
Laranja is looking to regain half guard here but Rebenta keeps moving and retains side control.
Rebenta trying to control the position but Laranja is working away. #SUB2#
Rebenta wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Laranja, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Rebenta wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Laranja, who protects the arm well.
Rebenta is chipping away with strikes.
#T2#
Rebenta is looking to take a break and control but Laranja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Laranja gets back to half guard.
Laranja gets back to full guard.
Rebenta stands up over Laranja, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rebenta working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rebenta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Laranja wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Laranja has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rebenta can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rebenta tries to free his leg and advance position but Laranja is retaining full guard. #T3#
Laranja keeping moving, preventing Rebenta from controlling successfully.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rebenta's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Laranja has his foot on Rebenta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rebenta works his way back into a safe position though.
Rebenta stays in close to Laranja's body and controls the position.
Rebenta working some strikes from top position.
Laranja keeping moving, preventing Rebenta from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Laranja is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Laranja throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
Rebenta postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Rebenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Laranja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta with a nice head shot there.
Rebenta advances position into side control!
Laranja is looking to regain half guard here but Rebenta keeps moving and retains side control.
Rebenta trying to control the position but Laranja is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Laranja tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Rebenta tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Rebenta dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Rebenta looking to score a takedown here. Laranja is defending well but Rebenta drives through and ends up in Laranja's guard.
Rebenta works over Laranja with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Laranja working for a triangle but Rebenta defends it easily.
Rebenta 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.
Rebenta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laranja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Laranja is looking for a triangle but Rebenta pushes his legs off easily.
Rebenta working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Laranja's head.
Rebenta makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Laranja can't keep his opponent in guard - Rebenta advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1##SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laranja is not content to let Rebenta control the position.
Nice strikes from Rebenta there. #SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rebenta seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Laranja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Laranja is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Laranja actively working from the bottom here.
Laranja tries to roll over but Rebenta keeps him under control.#T2#
Rebenta wants to take a breather but Laranja is having none of it. #SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rebenta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laranja is not content to let Rebenta control the position.#SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions off his back.
Rebenta tries to stand but can't do so whilst Laranja controls his leg. #SUB#
Laranja actively working from the bottom here.
Laranja is staying active underneath Rebenta, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rebenta content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Rebenta is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Laranja doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rebenta. #T3#
Rebenta is keen to just control but Laranja is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Rebenta has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Laranja defend it? Rebenta steps over the head and cranks it - Laranja is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Rebenta!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ricardo Rebenta!
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Event:
Skrap Fights 59
Date: Jun 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Laranja attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Laranja looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Cubbedge cracks Laranja with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Cubbedge looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Cubbedge sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Laranja throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cubbedge comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A punch combination from Laranja misses.
Laranja looks to land a combination but Cubbedge avoids it well. #CL#
Laranja drives through and clinches with Cubbedge against the ropes.
Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cubbedge avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cubbedge prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cubbedge stops a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Cubbedge gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
#BC2#
Cubbedge pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick lands from Cubbedge .
Laranja fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Cubbedge stalks Laranja and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Laranja's face. Laranja staggers backwards, shaken.
Brad Cubbedge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cubbedge throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Laranja shoots and misses
and Cubbedge counters with a nice uppercut.
Laranja takes one to the side of the head.
Laranja wants to clinch
letting Cubbedge counter with a right hand.
Laranja takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Laranja fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cubbedge sizes up Laranja with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja slips under a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Cubbedge as he connects with a hook.
Laranja moves out of range of the strikes.
Cubbedge misses with a straight right.
Cubbedge lands with a nice body punch.
Laranja blocks a head kick by Cubbedge .
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laranja. #T2#
Laranja works Cubbedge 's body with a nice hook.
Cubbedge misses with a hook. Laranja ducked under it nicely.
Laranja attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laranja.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Donk. Cubbedge catches Laranja right on the button with a cross.
Cubbedge throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Laranja counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A punch combination from Cubbedge misses.
Laranja appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Laranja throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cubbedge sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Laranja shoots in but Cubbedge avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cubbedge lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Laranja backs up against the ropes.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Laranja moves out of range of the body kick from Cubbedge .
#CL#
Laranja rushes Cubbedge and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Laranja avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
#T3#
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Cubbedge manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Cubbedge jumps guard and drags Laranja to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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.
Laranja looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Cubbedge trying to control but Laranja is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Laranja throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cubbedge trying to control but Laranja is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Laranja escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cubbedge postures up and lands a big shot to Laranja's brow. #T4#
Cubbedge tries to stand but Laranja is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Cubbedge is posturing up here but Laranja has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Cubbedge tries to roll out but it's too tight and Cubbedge has to tap! Slick submission there by Laranja!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Renato Laranja!
After the fight, Renato Laranja 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:
Skrap Fights 52
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Cubbedge throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Laranja on the side of the head.
Laranja throws a series of punches but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Laranja throws a looping overhand right but Cubbedge ducks down to avoid it.
Cubbedge connects with a right hand. Laranja shakes it off.
Cubbedge looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cubbedge looks to land a left hand but Laranja moved out of range nicely.
Laranja dives in for a single leg takedown but Cubbedge sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Laranja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cubbedge defends well and Laranja ends up having to push Cubbedge into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cubbedge smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Cubbedge dodges the punch combination from Laranja.
Laranja misses with the combination.
Laranja lands a leg kick that knocks Cubbedge off balance momentarily.
Laranja throws a combination. Cubbedge tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja throws a hook to the side of Cubbedge 's head but Cubbedge sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cubbedge lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Cubbedge finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Laranja feinted with a counter takedown.
Cubbedge looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brad Cubbedge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Cubbedge 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Cubbedge duly obliges.
Laranja shoots in looking for a takedown. Cubbedge tries to sprawl out of it but Laranja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Cubbedge manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cubbedge tries to counter by closing the distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge lands a nice looking body shot.
Cubbedge connects with an inside leg kick.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laranja manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge lands with an overhand left.
Laranja throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL2#
and Cubbedge counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Cubbedge has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Laranja gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cubbedge looking to control.
Laranja with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Laranja advances position into side control!#T2##SUB#
Laranja is trying to get an arm triangle but Cubbedge is defending well.
Laranja looking to control but instead Cubbedge has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Cubbedge wants to control but Laranja is keeping busy.
Laranja prevents Cubbedge from standing back up.
Laranja trying to control from half guard but Cubbedge is working away.
Cubbedge is looking to control Laranja's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cubbedge avoid being mounted?#T3#
Laranja trying to control the pace.
Laranja trying to pass the guard but Cubbedge defending well.
Laranja seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Laranja is pressing down on Cubbedge 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cubbedge is holding on for now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cubbedge is looking to get back to full guard here but Laranja has managed to pass to side control instead.
Cubbedge is not content to let Laranja control the position.
Cubbedge can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Laranja is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cubbedge has escaped the position, nice work there.
A control attempt from Cubbedge but he's now mounted!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brad Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Cubbedge scores with a sloppy right hand. Laranja should have avoided that one.
Laranja bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laranja.
Laranja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brad Cubbedge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cubbedge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cubbedge moves out of range as Laranja strikes.
Cubbedge pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Laranja changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Laranja avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja misses the jab.
Laranja slips a jab and a cross from Cubbedge .
Brad Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Laranja.
Laranja dodges the punch combination from Cubbedge .
Laranja looks to land a left hand but Cubbedge moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Cubbedge scores with a crisp jab that stopped Laranja in his tracks.
Cubbedge walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Laranja uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cubbedge .
Laranja shoots in looking for a takedown. Cubbedge tries to sprawl out of it but Laranja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Cubbedge manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Laranja gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Cubbedge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laranja checks a leg kick nicely.
Cubbedge misses the jab.
Laranja shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cubbedge counters with a nice uppercut.
Cubbedge scores with a crisp jab that stopped Laranja in his tracks.
Laranja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Laranja checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Laranja walks into a jab.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja fails with the takedown
and Cubbedge counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Laranja thinking.
Cubbedge jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Some wild striking there from Laranja.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab lands there for Cubbedge .
Laranja connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cubbedge . Cubbedge circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
No joy there for Cubbedge , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Laranja gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cubbedge .
A jab from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge scores with the left hand. Laranja knows he should have avoided that one.
Cubbedge defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Laranja.
A big left from Laranja misses.
Cubbedge jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
No luck for Laranja with that takedown attempt.
Cubbedge changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Cubbedge scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Laranja on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD#
Laranja manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Cubbedge on his heels. He'll look to pass Cubbedge 's guard now, I'm sure.
Laranja postures up.
Cubbedge controlling the position.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving.
Laranja is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cubbedge is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Cubbedge can't keep his opponent in guard - Laranja advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
Laranja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Laranja is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cubbedge has managed to free his arm - good work.
Laranja is looking to stall here but Cubbedge recovers full guard.
Laranja won't allow Cubbedge to sweep him here.
Laranja with a nice head shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Cubbedge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Cubbedge scores with a decent looking hook.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cubbedge sprawls well. Cubbedge wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Laranja gets slowly back to his feet.
Laranja scores with a jab to the head.
#TD#
Laranja feints and as Cubbedge raises his hands in defense, Laranja changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Laranja advances position into side control!
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja lands an elbow.
Cubbedge is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Laranja in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T1#
Laranja trying to control the position but Cubbedge is working away.
Laranja passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Cubbedge !
Cubbedge wants to control but Laranja is having none of it.#SUB#
Laranja looking to secure an arm triangle but Cubbedge defends it well.
Laranja can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cubbedge is looking to escape. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Cubbedge is looking to get to half guard.
Cubbedge sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cubbedge moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Laranja looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Laranja trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Laranja is working Cubbedge over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Laranja trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge working a defensive guard but Laranja manages to pass into side control anyway.
#SUB#
Laranja tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Laranja has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Renato Laranja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cubbedge is trying to control Laranja's posture but Laranja avoids it. #T4#
Cubbedge tries to bench press Laranja off him but Laranja keeps the position.
Laranja in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Cubbedge is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Laranja wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cubbedge , who protects the arm well.
Cubbedge struggling a bit here.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Laranja is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cubbedge knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cubbedge 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight for Brad Cubbedge !
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Brad Cubbedge !
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Brad Cubbedge !
Brad Cubbedge wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
Skrap Fights 41
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Epirus uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Epirus.
Epirus darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Laranja counters with a nice double leg into side control. Epirus won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Laranja tries for a kimura but Epirus is defending well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet but Laranja drags him back down.#SUB2#
Laranja working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet but Laranja drags him back down.
Epirus prevents Laranja from moving into mount.
Epirus has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Epirus is not content to let Laranja control the position.
Laranja prevents Epirus from escaping the position.
Laranja scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Epirus to see if he's OK.#T1#
Epirus wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Laranja is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Epirus knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Epirus is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Laranja working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Epirus pushes Laranja away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Laranja gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Laranja postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Epirus is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Laranja asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Laranja is looking to take a break and control but Epirus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Laranja thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Laranja looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Epirus is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Laranja has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Laranja lands a decent elbow from side control.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet but Laranja drags him back down.
Epirus is not content to let Laranja control the position. #ES#
Epirus explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T3#
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Epirus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pyrrhus Epirus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Epirus wants to clinch#TD2#
and Laranja counters with a shoot takedown. Epirus fights it but they end up in guard.
Epirus on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Epirus tries to get out of the position.
Laranja is working Epirus over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Epirus keeps moving.
Epirus is looking to stand up but Laranja isn't so interested in that idea.
Epirus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Laranja passes Epirus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Epirus looks like he's trying to stand up.
Laranja has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Laranja trying to pass the guard but Epirus defending well.
Epirus tries to kick Laranja off but Laranja keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Laranja missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Laranja is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Laranja wants to work for an arm triangle but Epirus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Epirus tries to kick Laranja off but Laranja keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Laranja is working for a kimura but Epirus is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Laranja seems to be working for a kimura but Epirus defends the submission attempt.
Epirus knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Laranja on the ground.
Epirus is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Laranja is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Epirus won't allow Laranja to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Laranja 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##CL#
Epirus closes the distance and clinches.
Epirus lands a knee to the body.
#TD2#
Laranja has Epirus pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Laranja pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Epirus tumbling to the mat - Laranja dives into Epirus's guard.#ES#
Epirus manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the ropes.
Laranja looking for a takedown.
Laranja goes for a takedown attempt but Epirus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Epirus tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Epirus clinches up with Laranja and pushes him back against the ropes.
Epirus gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Epirus misses with a punch on the inside.
Epirus throws a punch but it's blocked by Laranja.
Epirus blocks a body shot from Laranja.
Epirus lands an elbow just above Laranja 's eye.
Epirus throws a punch but it's blocked by Laranja.
Epirus swings wildly with an uppercut but Laranja uses good head movement to avoid it.
Laranja has Epirus pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Epirus manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Pyrrhus Epirus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.#TD2#
Laranja has Epirus pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Laranja pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Epirus tumbling to the mat - Laranja dives into Epirus's guard.
Laranja won't allow Epirus to get back to his feet. #T1#
Laranja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laranja won't allow Epirus to get back to his feet.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Epirus is keeping the position.
Laranja won't allow Epirus to get back to his feet.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Epirus is keeping the position.
Epirus wants to stand but Laranja is controlling the position.
Laranja trying to control but Epirus is working from the bottom.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Epirus tries to escape but Laranja is in control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Laranja 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.
#ES#
Epirus explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Laranja fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Laranja throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Epirus was covering up waiting for the punch and Laranja finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Epirus wants to stand and escape but Laranja is having none of it.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Epirus keeps moving.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Epirus is keeping the position.
Laranja trying to control the position from guard on top but Epirus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Epirus is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Laranja is controlling him.
Laranja trying to control but Epirus is working from the bottom.
Laranja tries to free his leg and advance position but Epirus is retaining full guard.
Epirus keeping moving, preventing Laranja from controlling successfully.
Laranja postures up in Epirus's guard and throws a big left but Epirus blocks it.
Epirus is wriggling around but Laranja manages to pass to half guard.
Laranja wants to pass to mount but Epirus is defending the position.
Laranja is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Laranja stops Epirus from getting back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Laranja is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Laranja trying to control from half guard but Epirus is working away. #T4#
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Epirus is defending well. #ES#
Epirus kicks Laranja off and gets back to his feet.
Pyrrhus Epirus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Epirus misses with a head kick.
Laranja takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Epirus fails in his attempt to clinch.
Epirus tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Epirus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Epirus tries to clinch there but Laranja circles away.
Laranja shoots in for a double leg but Epirus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Epirus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Laranja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Epirus pinned against the ropes. Epirus gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Epirus tries to clinch but Laranja is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pyrrhus Epirus dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Epirus clinches.
Epirus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Laranja blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja goes for a takedown attempt but Epirus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Epirus moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.#CL#
Epirus drives through and clinches with Laranja against the ropes.
Laranja blocking some punches.
Epirus misses with the head strike.
Laranja drops down looking for an ankle pick but Epirus pulls his leg out and moves away.
Epirus tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Laranja has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Epirus.
Epirus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Laranja keeps the fight on the outside.
Laranja changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Laranja misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pyrrhus Epirus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Laranja fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Epirus to the ground. Laranja is now in Epirus'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!
Epirus is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Laranja is controlling him. #T1##SUB2#
Laranja 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.
Laranja prevents Epirus from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Epirus lands a jab-cross combination. #CL#
Epirus rushes Laranja and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Epirus scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Epirus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Epirus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Epirus throws a head punch that misses.
Epirus gets underhooks to prevent Laranja's takedown attempt.
Epirus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Laranja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Epirus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Epirus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Laranja swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Laranja throws a half hearted mid kick.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Laranja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Epirus throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Laranja to counter with a crisp jab.
Laranja slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fight stays on the outside here - Epirus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Epirus wants to clinch.
Epirus looks for the body kick but Laranja saw that one coming.
Pyrrhus Epirus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Epirus thuds his right hand into Laranja's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Laranja misses with a two punch combination.
Epirus seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Epirus tries to clinch but Laranja is having none of it.
Epirus throws a head kick but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Epirus.
Laranja cracks Epirus with a right hand to the side of the head.
Epirus doesn't manage to clinch there - Laranja circles away.
Laranja blocks a head kick by Epirus.
Laranja with the counter takedown but Epirus avoids it easily.#CL#
Epirus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Epirus has a couple of punches blocked by Laranja.
Laranja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Laranja tries to score a body lock takedown but Epirus shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Epirus seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Epirus misses with a punch on the inside.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
Laranja blocks an elbow strike.
Epirus tries to throw a body punch but Laranja avoids it by throwing Epirus back against the ropes.
Epirus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Epirus has a couple of punches blocked by Laranja.
Laranja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Epirus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Epirus is fighting off a takedown attempt but Laranja is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Epirus to the mat. Epirus regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Epirus wants to stand and escape but Laranja is having none of it.
Laranja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Epirus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laranja prevents Epirus from getting back to his feet.
Laranja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Epirus is keeping the position for now. #ES#
Epirus kicks Laranja off and gets to his feet.
Epirus tries to clinch up but Laranja circles away and keeps his distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Laranja.
Epirus 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.
Laranja takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
That kick from Epirus tenderised Laranja's leg. Laranja is trying to keep his angry face on.
Laranja throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Laranja throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Epirus.
Renato Laranja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Laranja takes a swing at Epirus's ribcage but misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pyrrhus Epirus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Epirus 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Pyrrhus Epirus!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Pyrrhus Epirus!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Pyrrhus Epirus!
Pyrrhus Epirus wins by unanimous decision!
In his post fight interview, Pyrrhus Epirus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 34
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Laranja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Laranja defending well as Jones Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Laranja doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Jones Jr has Laranja up against the ropes in a clinch.
Jones Jr has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Laranja is looking for a takedown.
Laranja goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jones Jr prevents it.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
Laranja is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Jones Jr lands a left hand.
Laranja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jones Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice jab there from Jones Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Laranja fails with the takedown
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Jones Jr moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jones Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
Laranja tries to score a body lock takedown but Jones Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Laranja looks winded!
Laranja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jones Jr is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Jones Jr tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
Jones Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr pushes Laranja back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T2#
Jones Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jones Jr dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Laranja tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Laranja blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
A short left from Jones Jr.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jones Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr blocking some punches.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.#T3#
Laranja wants a takedown but no success here.
Jones Jr lands with a right to the head.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jones Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr lands with a left to the head.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the side of Laranja's head.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr stops a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones Jr.
A short right from Jones Jr.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr trying to stall but Laranja improves his position.
Jones Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones Jr.
#T4#
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr has Laranja pushed against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands a left hand.
Jones Jr gets underhooks to prevent Laranja's takedown attempt.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a light punch inside.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jones Jr pushes Laranja back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Laranja controls his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Jones Jr 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#
Jones Jr punishes Laranja's body with a nice straight punch.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a right hand.
Laranja has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Laranja's head. #CL#
Jones Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Laranja is working for takedown but Jones Jr is calmly controlling the position for now.
Laranja wants a takedown.
Jones Jr lands with a left to the head.
Laranja prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr is pressed up against the ropes. Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones Jr down to the mat. Jones Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja misses with a combination
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Jones Jr clinches with his opponent.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Laranja is breathing heavily.#T1#
Laranja is trying to pull guard but Jones Jr turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Jones Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Jones Jr digs a right hand into Laranja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Laranja's gas tank.
Jim Jones Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Jones Jr pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Jones Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
A short right from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr digs a right hand underneath Laranja's ribcage. Laranja let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jones Jr digs a right hand into Laranja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Laranja's gas tank. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laranja can do to turn this around?
Jones Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Jones Jr controlling the action here for a moment.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Laranja or not.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jones Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Jones Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Jones Jr. #TD#
Jones Jr pulls guard successfully.
Laranja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jones Jr is keeping the position for now.
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.
Laranja is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Laranja won't allow Jones Jr to sweep him here.
Jones Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Jones Jr keeps moving.
Jones Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Jones Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Laranja tries to advance to mount but Jones Jr denies him.
Who's going to make the next move?
The strikes coming from Laranja are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB2#
Laranja tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Laranja has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jones Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr is trying to maintain the position but Laranja is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Jones Jr dominated that second 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laranja has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Laranja's head.
Laranja shoots and misses
and Jones Jr counters with a three punch combo that has Laranja backing up. Laranja nods at Jones Jr to acknowledge the strikes.
Laranja takes one to the chin there.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
A cross from Jones Jr lands.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Jones Jr circles away easily
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jones Jr connects with a body shot.
Laranja takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick by Laranja misses #CL#
and Jones Jr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Laranja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jones Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#
Laranja is rocked!
Laranja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Laranja is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones Jr finish him?
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Laranja is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Jones Jr gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
A hook to the body from Jones Jr.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
A short left from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Laranja is keeping busy.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Jones Jr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Laranja.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Jones Jr on the inside.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Laranja controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Jones Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Laranja to his knees! Jones Jr keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
A victorious Jim Jones Jr 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:
Skrap Fights 29
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Laranja misses with an uppercut. Epirus saw that one coming.
Epirus feints the counter takedown.
Epirus doesn't manage to clinch there - Laranja circles away.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Epirus tries to clinch up#TD#
and Laranja counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet but Laranja is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Epirus kicks Laranja off and gets to his feet.
Epirus is looking to clinch.
Laranja feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Epirus rushes Laranja and presses him up against the ropes.
Laranja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
Laranja lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laranja is looking to advance position but Epirus won't allow it.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet.
Laranja wants to pass to mount but Epirus is defending the position. #T1##SUB#
Laranja is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Laranja throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Epirus is trying to stand back up but Laranja is controlling him
#SUB#
Laranja is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Laranja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Epirus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Laranja is trying to work for a kimura but Epirus is defending well.
Laranja has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Laranja is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Epirus can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Epirus wants to use the ropes to get back to his feet here.
#T2#
Laranja can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Epirus is looking to escape.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Epirus wants to use the ropes to get back to his feet here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Epirus can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Laranja is working for a guillotine from mount but Epirus frees his head quite easily.
Laranja fails to advance to Epirus's back.
Epirus's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Laranja looking to control but Epirus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Epirus 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.
Laranja wants to take his opponent's back but Epirus doesn't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Laranja is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Epirus has managed to escape the submission attempt.
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.#ES2#
Epirus bucks Laranja off and manages to get back to his feet!
Pyrrhus Epirus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Epirus wants to clinch.
Epirus fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Epirus moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
Epirus gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Laranja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Epirus working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Epirus with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Laranja is working for takedown but Epirus is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Epirus manages to get underhooks.
#T4#
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Epirus manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Laranja managing to block the knees to the body from Epirus.
Epirus lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Epirus working aggressively here.
A hook to the body from Epirus.
Laranja is breathing heavily.
Epirus lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laranja is working for takedown but Epirus is calmly controlling the position for now.
I was talking to Laranja's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nice body punch from Epirus - that landed with a thud.
Laranja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Epirus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Epirus fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Epirus instigates a clinch.
Epirus pushes Laranja back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Epirus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Epirus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Laranja can't get the takedown.
Epirus lands a right hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Epirus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Epirus misses with the head strike.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Epirus pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A shot in the inside from Epirus.
Epirus stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pyrrhus Epirus dominated that round.
That's time! Laranja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Laranja throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Laranja lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Epirus circles away quickly and effectively.
And Epirus tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja is looking to land body kicks.
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Laranja drops down looking for a counter takedown but Epirus sprawls and moves away.
Epirus tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Laranja shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Laranja showed some decent athleticism there.
Epirus is looking to escape.#SUB#
Laranja is looking for a kimura here.
Epirus really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Laranja. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Laranja is pressing down on Epirus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Epirus is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epirus tries to kick Laranja off but Laranja keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Laranja is looking for a kimura here.
Epirus is trying to stand up here but Laranja is controlling him well. #T1##ES2#
Epirus manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Laranja keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the ropes.
Laranja looking for a takedown.
Laranja is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Epirus is defending well.
Laranja blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Epirus tries to land knees in the clinch but Laranja avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Laranja tightens his grip and picks Epirus up, before dumping him to the ground. Epirus manages to land in guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Laranja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Epirus is keeping the position for now.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet but Laranja passes into half guard.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet.
Renato Laranja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Laranja is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Epirus sees it coming and defends easily.
Epirus looks like he's trying to stand up.
Epirus is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Laranja scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Epirus is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Laranja wants to work for an arm triangle but Epirus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Laranja tries to pass the half guard into mount. Epirus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Laranja is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Laranja is pressing down on Epirus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Epirus is holding on for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Epirus is trying to stand back up but Laranja is controlling him
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3##SUB#
Laranja is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#ES2#
Epirus pushes Laranja off and gets back to his feet.
Renato Laranja is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Epirus tries to clinch up.
Epirus is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Epirus tries to clinch up but Laranja circles away and keeps his distance.
Epirus tries to clinch up.
Laranja attempts a counter takedown but Epirus avoids it well and moves away.
Epirus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Epirus wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Laranja.
Epirus tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Epirus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Laranja, pushing him back against the ropes.
Epirus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Epirus scores with a hook to the body.
Epirus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Laranja tries to score a body lock takedown but Epirus shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Laranja working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Epirus creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Laranja.
Epirus scores with a shot to the side of Laranja's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Epirus misses with some punches.
Epirus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Laranja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Epirus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Epirus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Epirus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Laranja blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Epirus tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Laranja avoids it.#TD#
Laranja wants the takedown. Epirus is fighting it off but Laranja persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Epirus's guard against the ropes.
Laranja stops Epirus from standing up.
Laranja throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Epirus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Laranja prevents Epirus from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Laranja thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Epirus is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Pyrrhus Epirus 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#
Laranja keeps the fight on the outside.
Laranja feinted with a counter takedown.
Laranja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Epirus defends it nicely.
Epirus with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja lands with a good body shot.
Pyrrhus Epirus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Epirus moves in looking to clinch but Laranja pushes him off.
Laranja feinted with a counter takedown.
Epirus tries to clinch up.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Epirus wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epirus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Laranja paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Laranja attempts a counter takedown but Epirus avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
Epirus clinches up with Laranja and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Laranja turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Laranja manages to end up in side control.
Epirus pushes Laranja away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Laranja gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T1##SUB#
Laranja tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Laranja has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Epirus pushes Laranja away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Laranja gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Laranja moves into full mount!
Epirus tries to buck Laranja off but he can't manage it. #SUB#
Laranja looking to secure an arm triangle but Epirus defends it well.
Epirus is trying to stand up.
Laranja lands a big shot there that rocks Epirus but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#SUB#
Laranja looking for a guillotine from mount but Epirus is having none of it. #T2#
Epirus holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Laranja tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#SUB#
Laranja working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Epirus tries to buck Laranja off but he can't manage it.
Laranja pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Epirus wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Laranja with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Epirus is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#SUB#
Epirus defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Laranja.
Epirus's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T3#
Laranja working Epirus over with strikes here.
Epirus is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Epirus tries to buck Laranja off so he can stand up but Laranja has got his back now - this could be big trouble! He's slapped on a rear naked choke that looks really tight! Epirus falls backwards, slamming Laranja to the mat but Laranja holds on tight! Epirus is forced to tap and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 23
Date: Feb 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Mathews throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mathews throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Laranja counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Laranja is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mathews sees it coming and defends easily.
Mathews is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Laranja is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Mathews is defending well.
Laranja trying to control from half guard but Mathews is working away.
Laranja landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Laranja 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.#SUB#
Laranja seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Laranja wants to work for an arm triangle but Mathews is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mathews keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Mathews pushes Laranja off looking to stand but Laranja dives back in and keeps control.
#T1##SUB#
Laranja seems to be looking for submissions.
Laranja prevents Mathews from standing back up.
#SUB#
Laranja is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Mathews pushes Laranja off looking to stand but Laranja dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Laranja seems to be working for a kimura but Mathews defends the submission attempt.#ES2#
Mathews has one foot on Laranja's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Mathews misses with a head kick.
Mathews plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mathews looks to land a body kick but Laranja moved away.
Laranja has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mathews.
Mathews looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Laranja appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Mathews lands a head kick. Laranja smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Laranja misses with a body shot.
#TD#
Laranja looking to score a takedown here. Mathews is defending well but Laranja drives through and ends up in Mathews's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mathews is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Laranja is controlling him.
Laranja lands a couple of digs.
Laranja postures up in Mathews's guard and throws a big left but Mathews blocks it.
Mathews is wriggling around but Laranja manages to pass to half guard.
Mathews wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Mathews has one foot on Laranja's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
A combination from Mathews does no damage.
Mathews tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Laranja misses with a straight right.
Mathews blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Mathews slips a jab from Laranja.
Mathews tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mathews goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T3#
Laranja shoots in for a takedown but Mathews shows good takedown defense.
Nice shot by Mathews.
Mathews is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Laranja attempts a counter takedown but Mathews avoids it well and moves away.
Laranja looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mathews lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.
Mathews closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Laranja misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mathews.
Mathews misses with a series of wild punches.
Mathews tries to clinch up.
Mathews throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Laranja.
Laranja shoots in looking for a takedown. Mathews tries to sprawl out of it but Laranja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Mathews manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cameron Mathews is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Laranja.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Laranja wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mathews, who protects the arm well. #T4##SUB#
Laranja is trying to get an arm triangle but Mathews is defending well.
Laranja prevents Mathews from escaping the position.
Mathews really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Laranja. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Laranja tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Laranja has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Mathews is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Laranja has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Laranja tries to move to mount but Mathews blocks the move with his legs.
Laranja throws an elbow but Mathews slips to the side and avoids it well.
Mathews pushes Laranja away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Laranja gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#ES2#
Mathews sneaks out the side door and pushes Laranja away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Mathews gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Laranja drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mathews pulls his leg out and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cameron Mathews dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A head kick misses from Mathews.
Laranja tries to counter with a takedown but Mathews is quick to defend against it.
Mathews tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mathews misses with a double jab.
Mathews slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL#
Laranja forces Mathews back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Mathews escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mathews tries a head kick but it misses.
Laranja drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mathews sprawls and moves away.
Mathews blocks the body kick.
Mathews swinging wildly here.
Laranja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mathews pinned against the ropes. Mathews gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mathews is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Cameron Mathews seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mathews wants to clinch.
Mathews has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Mathews rushes Laranja and presses him up against the ropes.#T1#
Laranja drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mathews is working Laranja over against the ropes.
Laranja wants a takedown but no success here.
Mathews gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Mathews manages to break the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Laranja.
Mathews pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Laranja back to the ropes. Mathews follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Mathews tries to close the distance and clinch but Laranja swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mathews stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mathews wants it to stay on the feet.
Mathews unleashes a big counter combination but Laranja bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mathews swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2##CL2#
Mathews moves into range and clinches up with Laranja.
Still in the clinch, Mathews scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mathews is pressed up against the ropes. Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mathews down to the mat. Mathews avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Laranja misses with a wild body shot.
No luck for Laranja with that takedown attempt.
Mathews throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mathews tries to clinch but Laranja moves out of range.
Mathews misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Laranja shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mathews pinned against the ropes. Mathews gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mathews.
Mathews tries to clinch but Laranja is having none of it.
That kick from Mathews tenderised Laranja's leg. Laranja is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Laranja shoots in looking for a takedown but Mathews manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Laranja's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Renato Laranja is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mathews as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Mathews gets a clinch.
Laranja is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Mathews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mathews tries to clinch up but Laranja circles away and keeps his distance.
Mathews tries to clinch but Laranja moves out of range.
Laranja appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mathews throws a front kick that sends Laranja stumbling back into the ropes.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mathews but Mathews pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Laranja changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mathews tries to avoid it but Laranja manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mathews to the ground. Mathews escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mathews is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mathews moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Mathews is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
#T4#
Laranja shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Mathews closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Mathews manages to break the clinch.
Cameron Mathews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mathews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mathews is looking to clinch but Laranja is avoiding it.
Mathews lands a leg kick that knocks Laranja off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Mathews fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Laranja, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Mathews breaks from the clinch.
Mathews scores with a nice strike.
Danga de danga de dang - Mathews scores with a four punch combination!
Laranja avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mathews throws a series of strikes that have Laranja backpedaling.
Laranja circles away from the clinch attempt.
Laranja avoids the head kick by Mathews.
Mathews delivers a nice body kick.
Mathews misses with the combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cameron Mathews 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Laranja tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mathews sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Laranja somewhat.
Mathews tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Mathews closes the distance and pushes Laranja back into the ropes.#BC2#
Mathews manages to break the clinch.
Mathews fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mathews is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Mathews has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2#
Mathews breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Laranja crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mathews - the referee stops the clock and Laranja gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mathews. Laranja manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Laranja has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mathews.
Mathews swinging wildly here.
Mathews scores with a three punch combo!
#T1#
Mathews tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Laranja manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Decent striking displayed by Mathews there.
Mathews throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Laranja counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Mathews has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Laranja is on him like a limpet, forcing Mathews back against the ropes.
Mathews doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Laranja misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mathews gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
#BC2#
Mathews escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Laranja fails to land with a series of punches.
Mathews tries to clinch up#TD#
and Laranja decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mathews's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mathews is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Laranja is controlling him.
Laranja sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mathews's guard. #T2#
Mathews wants to get back to his feet.
Mathews is in trouble now - Laranja has advanced to mount!
Mathews really wants to buck Laranja off and get back to his feet. #SUB#
Laranja looking to secure an arm triangle but Mathews defends it well.
Mathews is in a horrible position here. Laranja smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
Mathews defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Laranja.
Mathews is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Laranja has taken his back!
Mathews is trying to stand back up. #T3#
Mathews is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Mathews showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Laranja is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Mathews defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Mathews trying to get back to his feet but Laranja is in full control for now.
Laranja lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Mathews hold on?!
Mathews trying to get back to his feet but Laranja is in full control for now. #T4##SUB#
Laranja is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Mathews defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Mathews is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Laranja is working hard for the rear naked choke 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.
Laranja wants to control but Mathews is keeping busy.#SUB#
Laranja looking for the choke but no joy.
Mathews is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Mathews 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 Laranja gets his way!
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mathews 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight for Cameron Mathews!
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight for Cameron Mathews!
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for Cameron Mathews!
Cameron Mathews wins by unanimous decision!
Cameron Mathews really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 15
Date: Jan 19, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Laranja looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Laranja is trying to work for a kimura but Androula is defending well.
#SUB#
Laranja is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Laranja wants to work for an arm triangle but Androula is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Laranja seems to be working for a kimura but Androula defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja trying to advance position but Androula counters by regaining guard.
Laranja trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Androula is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Laranja is looking to advance position but Androula has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
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.
Laranja is looking to improve his position but Androula isn't that keen on the idea.
Androula trying to control but Laranja is having none of it. #T2#
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Laranja looking for subs from the bottom but Androula mounts him!
Laranja is desperately trying to improve his position but Androula has a good base and remains in mount.
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Androula really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Laranja. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Laranja manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Laranja has an active guard here but Androula has managed to pass into half guard.
Laranja is not content to let Androula control the position.#T3#
Laranja works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Laranja looking for a guillotine here but Androula defends easily.
#SUB#
Laranja looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Androula has picked Laranja up and slammed him! Laranja can't keep hold of the triangle and Androula manages to pass to side control!
Laranja is looking to regain half guard here but Androula keeps moving and retains side control.
Laranja sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Laranja is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Androula pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Laranja is trying to get back to full guard.
Androula is trying to control. Laranja wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laranja is refusing to be controlled, as Androula sits in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions from an awkward position 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 Renato Laranja 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#
Androula slips a straight right by Laranja.
Laranja moves away from the strike by Androula.
Laranja changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Androula connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Laranja, as that shot connected.
Androula connects with a leg kick. Laranja looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Androula stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Androula wants it to stay on the feet.
Laranja is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Androula.
Androula scores with a jab. Laranja acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Androula moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Laranja or perhaps it was just good defense by Androula, which made it look bad. #TD#
Laranja scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T1#
Laranja trying to mount his opponent but Androula defends it. #SUB#
Laranja 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#
Laranja is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Androula doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Laranja. #SUB#
Laranja is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Laranja with the ground and pound but Androula uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Laranja advances position into side control!#SUB#
Laranja is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Androula knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Laranja is trying to get an arm triangle but Androula is defending well. #T3#
Androula tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Laranja is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Androula is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Laranja thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Laranja wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Androula, who protects the arm well.
Sloppy strikes there by Laranja.#T4##SUB#
Laranja goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Androula rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Laranja's guard! Nice work there by Androula! #SUB#
Laranja looking for a guillotine here but Androula defends easily.
#SUB#
Laranja is looking for a triangle but Androula pushes his legs off easily.
Renato Laranja overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Laranja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Androula trying to stand up but can't free himself from Laranja's guard.#SUB#
Laranja has his foot on Androula's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Androula works his way back into a safe position though.
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 Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
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#
Laranja misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Androula checks a leg kick.
Androula with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Laranja misses with an attempted mid kick.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Laranja shoots for a double leg takedown but Androula sprawls well. He's pushed Laranja's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Laranja misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And Androula tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Androula turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja pivots, looking for a leg kick but Androula is out of range and Laranja settles back down.
Renato Laranja is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Androula with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Laranja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Androula defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Androula digs a good hook to Laranja's body.
Laranja throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Androula feints the counter takedown.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Androula swivels and escapes.
Androula feints the counter takedown.
Laranja tries to land a front kick but Androula steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And Androula tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Androula bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Laranja is trying hard to land a takedown here. Androula sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Androula stuffs the takedown attempt from Laranja. Laranja gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Laranja looks to land a right hand but Androula moved out of range.
Androula is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Laranja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Androula swivels and escapes.
And Androula tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Laranja fails with a takedown attempt.
Laranja shoots in and drives through. Androula sprawls well.
A cross from Androula lands.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Androula.
Androula has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Laranja misses with a body kick.
Androula throws a shot to the body.
Androula lands a nice shot to the body.
#T3#
Laranja doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Androula connects with a body shot that sends Laranja's belly button to the back.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Androula as he jumps to the side.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Androula sprawls well. Androula wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Laranja gets slowly back to his feet.
Laranja just misses with a punch to the body.
Laranja throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Androula counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Androula. #SUB#
Laranja working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Androula doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Laranja is tightening it up a little... Androula has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Androula reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Androula taps out! Nice BJJ there by Laranja!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Renato Laranja!
In his post fight interview, Renato Laranja started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Renato Laranja (ranked 7135 p4p, 539 weight class) and David Taylor (ranked 2359 p4p, 263 weight class). Laranja comes to the cage accompanied by Sangue Do Laranja. Renato Laranja had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Renato Laranja! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; David Taylor !
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Daniel Bishop and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Laranja changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Taylor tries to avoid it but Laranja manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Taylor to the ground. Taylor escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Laranja shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Taylor defends it nicely.
Taylor closes the distance and clinches.
Taylor tightens his grip and picks Laranja up, before dumping him to the ground. Laranja manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laranja (0) vs (2) Taylor
Taylor trying to control the position from guard on top but Laranja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Taylor stands and throws Laranja's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (0) vs (5) Taylor
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taylor trying to control the position but Laranja is working away.
Laranja tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Taylor wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Taylor wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Laranja, who protects the arm well.
Taylor is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Laranja knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Taylor working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Taylor is trying to get an arm triangle but Laranja is defending well.
Taylor working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Taylor working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Taylor tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well.
Laranja regains half guard.
Laranja is trying to get back to full guard.
Taylor wants to free his trapped foot but Laranja is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Taylor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Taylor is trying to work for a kimura but Laranja is defending well.
Taylor is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Laranja has managed to free his arm - good work.
Taylor is keen to just control but Laranja is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taylor seems to be looking for submissions.
Laranja wants to improve his position but Taylor is controlling well.
Laranja trying to hold on to Taylor 's head to control him but Taylor postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is not content to let Taylor control the position.
Laranja is defending against the submission attempts here by Taylor .
Taylor wants to work for an arm triangle but Laranja is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Taylor wants to lay and pray for a moment but Laranja keeps working.
Taylor is thwarting Laranja's attempts to control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Taylor seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Laranja has recovered full guard.
Taylor stopping the sweep attempt from Laranja.
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Taylor wants to pass the guard but Laranja is keeping the position.
Taylor wants to control from the top but Laranja keeps moving.
Laranja is trying to control the position but Taylor postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Taylor looking to pass the guard.
Taylor passes into half guard.
Laranja regains full guard. Nicely done.
Taylor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laranja 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.
Taylor controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Laranja controlling the position.
Taylor stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laranja swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laranja looking for a sweep. Not yet Laranja, not yet.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Laranja trying to control the position.
Laranja working a defensive guard but Taylor manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (0) vs (8) Taylor
Taylor goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Laranja rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Taylor 's guard! Nice work there by Laranja! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (2) vs (8) Taylor
Laranja is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Taylor keeps moving.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Taylor has control of Laranja's left arm, preventing Laranja from doing any damage.
Taylor keeping moving, preventing Laranja from controlling successfully.
Taylor trying to control the position.
Taylor has control of Laranja's left arm, preventing Laranja from doing any damage.
Taylor wants to sweep here but Laranja controlling him for the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Laranja trying to move into half guard but instead Taylor has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (2) vs (10) Taylor
Laranja has his foot on Taylor 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Taylor works his way back into a safe position though.
Laranja looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Taylor puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Laranja gets back to full guard.
Laranja being controlled here, momentarily.
Laranja looking to control.
Taylor stays in close to Laranja's body and controls the position.
Laranja escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Taylor gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Taylor slips nicely into half guard.
Taylor is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Taylor is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Laranja has managed to free his arm - good work.
Taylor is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Laranja is just riding it out for now. Taylor eventually gives up the hold.
Taylor seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Laranja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Taylor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Taylor is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Laranja defends it well.
Taylor is working for a kimura but Laranja is defending it quite comfortably.
Laranja keeping hold of Taylor 's head, controlling as best he can.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Taylor is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Laranja is just riding it out for now. Taylor eventually gives up the hold.
Taylor prevents Laranja from improving his position.
Laranja is trying to maintain the position but Taylor is very close to passing his half guard.
Taylor trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Laranja tries to get to full guard but Taylor has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Taylor tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Taylor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Taylor is keen to just control but Laranja is a slippery customer.
Taylor is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Laranja doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Taylor .
Laranja tries to roll over but Taylor keeps him under control.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Taylor is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Laranja is defending against the submission attempts here by Taylor .
Laranja manages to get to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Taylor wins on points by 10 to 2. |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Finals - Round 3
Date: Aug 13, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Renato Laranja (ranked 6910 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sven Willems (ranked 6270 p4p, 0 weight class). Laranja kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Sangue Do Laranja. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Sven Willems!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Willems sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Laranja.
Willems feints the counter takedown.
Laranja goes for a double leg but Willems avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Willems continues to drive forward.
Willems with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Renato Laranja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Laranja is trying hard to land a takedown here. Willems sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Willems tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Laranja looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Willems tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Willems changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Willems defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Laranja.
Willems feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Willems leaves Laranja with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Willems drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Laranja defends it well.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown but Willems shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Willems feints the counter takedown.
Laranja looks for a takedown but Willems sprawls well.
Willems is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Laranja shoots in and drives through. Willems sprawls well.
And Willems tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja shoots in but no luck this time.
Willems stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Willems wants it to stay on the feet.
Laranja goes for a double leg but Willems avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Willems continues to drive forward.
Willems with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja is breathing heavily.
Willems stuffs the takedown.
Willems tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Laranja tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Willems swivels and escapes.
And Willems tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Willems but Willems pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Laranja doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Willems counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Willems. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laranja (0) vs (2) Willems
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Willems is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Laranja keeping full guard, as Willems tries to pass.
Laranja escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Willems gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Willems showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Willems slips nicely into half guard.
Willems is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Laranja wants to improve his position but Willems is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Willems is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Laranja holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Laranja wants to control but Willems is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Willems looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Laranja wants to control but Willems is keeping busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Laranja manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Willems pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now.
Willems slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Willems slips nicely into half guard.
Willems seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Laranja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Willems tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Willems keeps trying to improve his position.
Willems keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Laranja wants to control but Willems is keeping busy.
Willems is pressing down on Laranja's thigh, looking to free his foot. Laranja is holding on for now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Willems not doing much here.
Willems trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Willems trying to control the pace.
Laranja trying to control from the bottom.
Willems prevents Laranja from improving his position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Willems is working for a submission of some sort.
Willems wants to pass the guard but Laranja is defending well.
Willems is taking a breather. Laranja 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.
Laranja is looking to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Willems not doing much here.
Willems looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Laranja is looking to improve his position.
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Willems is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Laranja! Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (0) vs (5) Willems
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Willems pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Laranja is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Willems sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Laranja is trying desperately to improve position.
Willems working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Laranja gets back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Laranja is in trouble now - Willems has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (0) vs (8) Willems
Willems goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Laranja turns into him and now he's in Willems's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (2) vs (8) Willems
Willems wants to sweep here but Laranja controlling him for the moment.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Willems keeps moving.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Willems is keeping the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Willems tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Willems trying to control the position here.
Laranja works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Willems is looking to control Laranja's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Willems avoid being mounted?
Willems is trying to get back to full guard.
Willems gets back to full guard.
Willems pulls Laranja in close to prevent any damage.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Willems escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Laranja gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Willems keeping moving, preventing Laranja from controlling successfully.
Willems controls Laranja momentarily but Laranja frees himself.
Willems 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: Laranja (2) vs (10) Willems
Willems sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Laranja works his way to full guard. Good work.
Laranja looking to hit a scissor sweep but Willems is one step ahead there.
Willems must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Willems trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Willems won't allow Laranja to sweep him here.
Laranja being controlled here, momentarily.
Laranja is trying to keep Willems in close.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Willems slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Laranja wants to sweep here but Willems controlling him for the moment.
Willems forces his way into half guard.
Willems trying to pass the guard but Laranja defending well.
Well, if Willems 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.
Laranja won't allow Willems to pass to mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Laranja regains full guard. Nicely done.
Laranja trying to control the position.
Willems wants to pass the guard but Laranja is keeping the position.
Laranja has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Willems can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Laranja trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Willems pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Willems wins on points by 10 to 2.
Sven Willems is the new welterweight champion! |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Casper Alvbris (ranked 5201 p4p, 474 weight class) and Renato Laranja (ranked 6889 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvbris's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Slayer - Bloodline. Laranja is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Sangue Do Laranja. On his way into the cage it seems that Casper Alvbris has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Casper Alvbris seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Casper Alvbris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Laranja shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Laranja showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alvbris (0) vs (2) Laranja
Alvbris wants to control but Laranja is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Laranja has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvbris (0) vs (5) Laranja
Laranja controlling the position easily from mount.
Alvbris is squirming around, avoiding Laranja's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Alvbris is working to get back to half guard.
Laranja trying to control but Alvbris is having none of it.
Laranja wants to take Alvbris's back here but Alvbris is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Alvbris really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Laranja tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Laranja prevents Alvbris from getting the reversal.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Laranja with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Alvbris is in all sorts of trouble here.
Laranja avoids the attempt from Alvbris to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laranja takes Alvbris's back. Score +3 for taking back: Alvbris (0) vs (8) Laranja
Laranja is looking for the choke from the back position but Alvbris is controlling his hands well.
Laranja trying to control.
Alvbris tries to escape the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Alvbris won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Laranja off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Renato Laranja!
After the fight, Renato Laranja 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:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Andrew Henry Jr (ranked 7611 p4p, 0 weight class) and Renato Laranja (ranked 6779 p4p, 0 weight class). Laranja is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Sangue Do Laranja. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Andrew Henry Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Henry Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Laranja avoids it really well and circles away.
Laranja is trying hard to land a takedown here. Henry Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Laranja has a takedown stuffed.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Henry Jr circles away easily
and Henry Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Henry Jr (2) vs (0) Laranja
Andrew Henry Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
Henry Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Henry Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Laranja.
Laranja is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Henry Jr defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry Jr passes into half guard.
Henry Jr is thwarting Laranja's attempts to control the position.
Henry Jr is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Henry Jr is looking for a kimura here.
Laranja trying to hold on to Henry Jr's head to control him but Henry Jr postures up.
Henry Jr content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Henry Jr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Laranja wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Laranja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Henry Jr is working for a kimura but Laranja is defending it quite comfortably.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Henry Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Henry Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Laranja trying to control here.
Henry Jr is taking a breather. Laranja 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.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Henry Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Henry Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Henry Jr's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Laranja tries to roll over but Henry Jr keeps him under control.
Laranja is pressing down on Henry Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Henry Jr postures up.
Laranja pulls Henry Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents Henry Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.
Henry Jr postures up.
Henry Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Laranja is retaining full guard.
Henry Jr 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.
Laranja is trying to keep Henry Jr in close.
Henry Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laranja looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laranja trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Henry Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Laranja working a defensive guard here.
Henry Jr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Laranja keeping full guard, as Henry Jr tries to pass.
Henry Jr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Laranja manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Henry Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry Jr (2) vs (2) Laranja
Henry Jr trying to control the position here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Laranja looking to pass the guard.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Henry Jr keeps moving.
Henry Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Laranja is one step ahead there.
Henry Jr keeping moving, preventing Laranja from controlling successfully.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Henry Jr (2) vs (5) Laranja
Henry Jr tries to bench press Laranja off him but Laranja keeps the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Laranja gets to mount! Henry Jr was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Henry Jr (2) vs (7) Laranja
Henry Jr tries to hold on but Laranja postures up.
Laranja wants to finish this one by submission but Henry Jr is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Laranja.
Henry Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Laranja seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Henry Jr is holding on tight.
Laranja sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Laranja looking for a guillotine from mount but Henry Jr is having none of it.
Henry Jr is trying desperately to improve position.
Henry Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Laranja controlling from the full mount.
Henry Jr tries to lock up and control but Laranja gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Henry Jr sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Laranja controlling the pace.
Henry Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Henry Jr keeping control of the position.
Henry Jr is looking to control Laranja's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Henry Jr avoid being mounted?
Henry Jr wants to improve his position but Laranja is controlling well.
Henry Jr is not content to let Laranja control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Henry Jr! Score +3 for passing guard: Henry Jr (2) vs (10) Laranja
Laranja trying to control but Henry Jr is having none of it.
Laranja controlling from the full mount.
Henry Jr prevents Laranja from taking his back.
Laranja trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Henry Jr tries to hold on but Laranja pushes him away.
Laranja is trying to take his opponent's back.
Laranja avoids the attempt from Henry Jr to control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Laranja tries to push Henry Jr's head away but Henry Jr is holding on tight.
Henry Jr wants to control but Laranja is having none of it.
Laranja moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Henry Jr (2) vs (13) Laranja
Henry Jr wants to control his opponent's hands but Laranja gets his hands free.
Henry Jr is keeping busy.
Henry Jr is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Laranja tries to keep control of the position but Henry Jr is staying busy.
Henry Jr tries to escape but Laranja has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Henry Jr showing good submission defense here.
Laranja doesn't have the hooks in and Henry Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry Jr (4) vs (13) Laranja
Henry Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Henry Jr won't allow Laranja to sweep him here.
Henry Jr advances to half guard.
Laranja wants to control but Henry Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Laranja is trying to get back to full guard.
Henry Jr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Henry Jr content to control rather than advance.
Henry Jr frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Henry Jr (7) vs (13) Laranja
Henry Jr controlling from mount.
Laranja is working to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Henry Jr has control of Laranja's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Laranja regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Laranja tries to hold on but Henry Jr pushes him away.
Henry Jr content just to control the position here.
Henry Jr looking to control but Laranja is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Henry Jr wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Laranja is trying to get back to full guard.
Henry Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Further stalling from Henry Jr.
Laranja wants to improve his position but Henry Jr is controlling well.
Laranja keeps trying to improve his position.
Henry Jr is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Laranja tries to roll over but Henry Jr keeps him under control.
Henry Jr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Laranja trying to control but Henry Jr postures up.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Henry Jr performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Laranja regains full guard. Nicely done.
Henry Jr drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Laranja dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry Jr (7) vs (15) Laranja
Laranja is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Henry Jr controlling the position.
Laranja trying to control but Henry Jr is working from the bottom.
Henry Jr has his hands on Laranja's head, controlling the position.
Henry Jr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Laranja trying to control but Henry Jr is working from the bottom.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Henry Jr is keeping the position.
Henry Jr pulls Laranja in close to prevent any damage.
Henry Jr working a defensive guard here.
Laranja looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Henry Jr looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Henry Jr is trying to control the position but Laranja postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Laranja wins on points by 15 to 7.
Renato Laranja 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:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Aug 03, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Renato Laranja (ranked 6431 p4p, 0 weight class) and Higor Pereira (ranked 5312 p4p, 385 weight class). Laranja comes to the cage accompanied by Sangue Do Laranja. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Higor Pereira!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Laranja pushes Pereira up against the cage in a clinch.
Laranja goes for a takedown attempt but Pereira pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Laranja rushes Pereira and presses him up against the cage.
Laranja gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laranja (2) vs (0) Pereira
Laranja seems to be looking for submissions.
Laranja slows the pace down in half guard.
Laranja trying to control from half guard but Pereira is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laranja pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Laranja is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pereira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Laranja.
Laranja works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (5) vs (0) Pereira
Pereira tries to bench press Laranja off him but Laranja keeps the position.
Pereira prevents Laranja from moving into mount.
Pereira is looking for a sweep.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Laranja goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Pereira rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Laranja's guard! Nice work there by Pereira! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (5) vs (2) Pereira
Pereira wants to pass the guard but Laranja is keeping the position.
Pereira sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Laranja working for a triangle but Pereira defends it easily.
Laranja looking for a guillotine here but Pereira defends easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pereira defends well.
Laranja looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Pereira puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Laranja is trying to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pereira is trying to control. Laranja wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Laranja wants to control but Pereira is keeping busy.
Laranja is looking for a sweep. Pereira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pereira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Laranja doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pereira.
Pereira content to control rather than advance.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Laranja 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.
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Pereira is trying to control. Laranja wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pereira wants to free his trapped foot but Laranja is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is not content to let Pereira control the position.
Laranja slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pereira is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pereira wants to control from the top but Laranja keeps moving.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Laranja keeping full guard, as Pereira tries to pass.
Laranja throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Laranja is trying to control the position but Pereira postures up.
Pereira drops back looking for a leg! Laranja is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Laranja manages to kick Pereira off! Pereira jumps back into Laranja's guard.
Pereira looking to pass the guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Laranja had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pereira defends it easily.
Laranja manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pereira manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (7) vs (2) Pereira
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Pereira has control of Laranja's left arm, preventing Laranja from doing any damage.
Pereira keeping full guard, as Laranja tries to pass.
Pereira wants to sweep but no luck.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Pereira keeps moving.
Laranja stays in close to Pereira's body and controls the position.
Laranja pushing down on Pereira's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pereira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Laranja's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Laranja's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Laranja (7) vs (6) Pereira
Pereira controlling well, preventing Laranja from escaping the position.
Pereira is trying to stick to Laranja's back but Laranja is turning into Pereira. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Pereira's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Laranja. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laranja (9) vs (6) Pereira
Laranja tries to free his leg and advance position but Pereira is retaining full guard.
Pereira looking for a sweep. Not yet Pereira, not yet.
Laranja wants to pass the guard but Pereira is keeping the position.
Pereira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Laranja tries to free his leg and advance position but Pereira is retaining full guard.
Pereira trying to keep a closed guard but Laranja is proving a slippery customer.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Laranja stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pereira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pereira has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Pereira trying to keep a closed guard but Laranja is proving a slippery customer.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Laranja from controlling successfully.
Pereira wants to sweep here but Laranja controlling him for the moment.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Pereira controlling the position.
Laranja trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
Laranja controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pereira has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Laranja forces his way into half guard.
Pereira wants to control but Laranja is keeping busy.
Pereira tries to roll over but Laranja keeps him under control.
Laranja is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pereira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Laranja.
Laranja works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Laranja (12) vs (6) Pereira
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Laranja controlling his opponent.
Pereira can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laranja jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Pereira manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Laranja is working to tighten his grip on Pereira's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Pereira has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Laranja is really squeezing tight and eventually Pereira passes out! Laranja breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Renato Laranja!
A less than humble Renato Laranja misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Khuchtei Bokhchuud (ranked 4134 p4p, 0 weight class) and Renato Laranja (ranked 6371 p4p, 0 weight class). Bokhchuud's entrance music is ErgeSholee Biste Turda. A fine choice. The crowd seem to be enjoying Laranja's choice of entrance music: Sangue Do Laranja. 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 welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Khuchtei Bokhchuud! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Renato Laranja!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, George Francis and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Bokhchuud closes the distance and clinches.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks.
Laranja is trying to drag Bokhchuud to the mat but Bokhchuud just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bokhchuud is trying to trip Laranja. He has hold of a leg but Laranja is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bokhchuud persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bokhchuud (2) vs (0) Laranja
Laranja throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bokhchuud has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Laranja looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bokhchuud is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud stands and throws Laranja's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bokhchuud (5) vs (0) Laranja
Laranja is trying to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bokhchuud wants to control but Laranja is keeping him busy.
Laranja is trying to improve his position.
Bokhchuud controls the position from side control.
Bokhchuud is looking to take a break and control but Laranja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is trying to get back to half guard.
Bokhchuud knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Laranja on the ground.
Laranja is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Bokhchuud is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bokhchuud (7) vs (0) Laranja
Bokhchuud content just to control the position here.
Laranja really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Laranja tries to hold on but Bokhchuud pushes him away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bokhchuud takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Laranja keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bokhchuud tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Laranja is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bokhchuud looking to control and managing it successfully.
Laranja is looking to get to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bokhchuud controlling from the full mount.
Bokhchuud can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Laranja is looking to escape.
Laranja tries to hold on but Bokhchuud postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bokhchuud controlling the position easily from mount.
Laranja regains half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bokhchuud wants to pass the guard but Laranja is defending well.
Laranja wants to control but Bokhchuud is keeping busy.
Laranja is pressing down on Bokhchuud's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Laranja looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Laranja trying to keep a closed guard but Bokhchuud is proving a slippery customer.
Laranja has his foot on Bokhchuud's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bokhchuud works his way back into a safe position though.
Laranja looking for a sweep. Not yet Laranja, not yet.
Laranja is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bokhchuud tries to free his leg and advance position but Laranja is retaining full guard.
Laranja keeping moving, preventing Bokhchuud from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bokhchuud is stalling in the full guard.
Laranja 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: Bokhchuud (7) vs (2) Laranja
Laranja is thwarting Bokhchuud's attempts to control the position.
Laranja slows the pace down in half guard.
Bokhchuud controlling the position for now.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bokhchuud wants to control but Laranja is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Laranja trying to mount his opponent but Bokhchuud defends it.
Bokhchuud wants to get back to full guard.
Laranja wants to free his trapped foot but Bokhchuud is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bokhchuud is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Laranja seems to be working for a kimura but Bokhchuud defends the submission attempt.
Laranja trying to mount his opponent but Bokhchuud defends it.
Laranja seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bokhchuud does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Laranja is controlling the pace.
Laranja trying to control from half guard but Bokhchuud is working away.
Bokhchuud is holding on to half guard well.
Laranja seems to be working for a kimura but Bokhchuud defends the submission attempt.
Bokhchuud slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bokhchuud has control of Laranja's left arm, preventing Laranja from doing any damage.
Laranja trying to control the position from guard on top but Bokhchuud is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bokhchuud tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Laranja pushing down on Bokhchuud's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bokhchuud is trying to get back to full guard.
Bokhchuud holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Laranja passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bokhchuud (7) vs (5) Laranja
Bokhchuud prevents Laranja from moving into mount.
Laranja trying to control the position but Bokhchuud is working away.
Laranja moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bokhchuud (7) vs (7) Laranja
Bokhchuud on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bokhchuud tries to get out of the position.
Bokhchuud is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Laranja looking for a guillotine from mount but Bokhchuud is having none of it.
Bokhchuud tries to reverse the position but Laranja maintains control.
Laranja avoids the attempt from Bokhchuud to control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Laranja moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Bokhchuud (7) vs (10) Laranja
Bokhchuud trying to control the position but Laranja manages to sink in the hooks.
Laranja looking to break Bokhchuud's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bokhchuud remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Laranja will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
I really don't envy Bokhchuud right now.
Laranja has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Bokhchuud! Can he survive? No! He's out! Laranja gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Renato Laranja!
Renato Laranja 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.
In defeat, Khuchtei Bokhchuud stepped up to the mic, saying 'Сайн байна "Sain baina"-Translation well Shit!'. |
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