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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; John Lawrence! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 29 losses; Koryu Miyagi!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Miyagi swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawrence.#CL#
Lawrence moves into range and clinches up with Miyagi.#TD#
Miyagi is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lawrence is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Miyagi to the mat. Miyagi regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lawrence (2) vs (0) Miyagi
Lawrence trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Lawrence is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Miyagi is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Miyagi has control of Lawrence's left arm, preventing Lawrence from doing any damage.
Lawrence is stalling in the full guard.
Miyagi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Miyagi controlling the position.
Lawrence trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom. #T2#
Lawrence slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Miyagi wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence is looking to pass into half guard but Miyagi pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Miyagi is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (2) vs (2) Miyagi
Lawrence is looking to sweep but instead, Miyagi has passed into half guard.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Miyagi has control of the leg.
Miyagi is looking to advance position but Lawrence won't allow it. #T3#
Lawrence tries to roll over but Miyagi keeps him under control.
Lawrence tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Miyagi has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (2) vs (5) Miyagi
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Miyagi is trying to take his opponent's back.
Lawrence tries to reverse the position but Miyagi maintains control.
Lawrence looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Lawrence (2) vs (8) Miyagi
Miyagi has good solid back control here. #T4#
Lawrence tries to roll but Miyagi sticks to his back.
Miyagi biding his time, looking for the opening.
Lawrence tries to escape but Miyagi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Lawrence is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Lawrence tries to break free.
Lawrence trying to control the hands but Miyagi breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T5#
Miyagi has good solid back control here.
Lawrence looking very determined here, making life difficult for Miyagi.
Miyagi just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Miyagi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lawrence is in bad spot here.
#T6#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyagi controlling the position well here. Lawrence rolled but Miyagi kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Lawrence trying to control the hands but Miyagi won't let him.
Miyagi biding his time, controlling Lawrence.
Lawrence is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Miyagi is looking to control Lawrence but Lawrence is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Lawrence is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T7#
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Lawrence trying to control the hands but Miyagi breaks the grip.
Miyagi just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Miyagi doesn't have the hooks in and Lawrence manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (4) vs (8) Miyagi
Lawrence's corner is telling him to maintain position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Miyagi holds on and takes a little breather.
Lawrence 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. #T8#
Lawrence trying to control but Miyagi is working from the bottom.
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Miyagi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (4) vs (10) Miyagi
Lawrence is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T9#
Lawrence working a defensive guard but Miyagi manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (4) vs (13) Miyagi
Lawrence wants to control but Miyagi postures up.
Lawrence looks to move to half guard but instead Miyagi has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Lawrence (4) vs (15) Miyagi
Lawrence sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Miyagi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Miyagi is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T10#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Miyagi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lawrence with the active half guard here but Miyagi passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (4) vs (18) Miyagi
Lawrence tries to buck Miyagi off but Miyagi is having none of it.
A lull in the action here.
Lawrence sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Miyagi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Miyagi trying to pass the guard but Lawrence defending well. #T11##SUB#
Lawrence looking for subs from the bottom but Miyagi mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (4) vs (21) Miyagi
Lawrence really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lawrence is trying to reverse the position but instead Miyagi has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Lawrence (4) vs (24) Miyagi
Lawrence is trying to break free.
Lawrence turns into Miyagi and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (6) vs (24) Miyagi
Miyagi keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Miyagi has his hands on Lawrence's head, controlling the position.
Miyagi 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.#T12#
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Miyagi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (6) vs (26) Miyagi
Miyagi is looking to pass into half guard but Lawrence pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lawrence is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (8) vs (26) Miyagi
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Miyagi holds on and takes a little breather.
Lawrence is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Miyagi keeps moving.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyagi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Miyagi holds on and takes a little breather.
Miyagi keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyagi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyagi can't keep his opponent in guard - Lawrence advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T14#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawrence in particular looking to stall.
Miyagi is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lawrence looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence'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.
Lawrence is looking to stall here but Miyagi recovers full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Miyagi.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyagi wins on points by 26 to 8.
Koryu Miyagi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, John Lawrence stepped up to the mic, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Harris Mint! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; John Lawrence!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Saam Ante and Patrick Alders.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Lawrence drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mint (0) vs (2) Lawrence
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mint can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lawrence controls the pace.
Mint keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Lawrence has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Lawrence works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Mint is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lawrence trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Mint defends it.
Mint keeping hold of Lawrence's head, controlling as best he can.
Mint is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Mint'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.#T2#
Mint is concentrating on defense, preventing Lawrence from advancing position.
Lawrence content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawrence trying to control the pace.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Mint is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Lawrence keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Mint is having none of it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Mint is controlling Lawrence's trapped leg to prevent Lawrence from advancing to side control.
Lawrence is pressing down on Mint's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mint is holding on for now.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Mint is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence controlling the pace. #T4#
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Mint defends it.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Mint is having none of it.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
Lawrence wants to pass to mount but Mint is defending the position.
Lawrence slows the pace down in half guard.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mint keeps working. #T5#
Lawrence looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence prevents Mint from improving his position.#T6#
Mint moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mint is controlling Lawrence's posture.
Mint keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Mint has his hands on Lawrence's head, controlling the position.
Mint keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Mint keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass. #T7#
Lawrence is still trying to improve position.
Mint is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mint keeps moving.
Lawrence showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T8#
Lawrence works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lawrence controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Mint is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mint is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T9#
Mint is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard.
Lawrence is stalling here. Mint is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Lawrence seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Mint has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mint (4) vs (2) Lawrence
The referee asks Mint politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Mint prefers to stall for the moment though.#T10#
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Mint is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence manages to get to full guard.
Lawrence has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mint has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mint (7) vs (2) Lawrence
Mint just content to control the position. #T11#
Lawrence struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.#T12#
Lawrence is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face as Mint controls the position.
Lawrence is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T13#
Lawrence tries to control but Mint manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Mint (10) vs (2) Lawrence
Lawrence is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Mint doesn't have the hooks in and Lawrence manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mint (10) vs (4) Lawrence
Mint pulls Lawrence in close to prevent any damage.
Lawrence stands and throws Mint's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mint (10) vs (7) Lawrence
Mint regains half guard there - taking advantage of Lawrence's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Mint won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount. #T14#
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Mint is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lawrence stalling.
Lawrence trying to mount his opponent but Mint defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mint moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mint controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mint takes the fight on points by 10 to 7.
Harris Mint decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, John Lawrence stepped up to the mic, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; John Lawrence! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 19 losses; Eliott Leighton!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Daniel Blasius and Patrick Alders.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Leighton fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lawrence to the ground. Leighton is now in Lawrence's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lawrence (0) vs (2) Leighton
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but Leighton is proving a slippery customer.
Lawrence is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lawrence continues to stall.
Lawrence seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Leighton wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Leighton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence is pulling down on Leighton's head. It's preventing any offense from Leighton, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Leighton passes into half guard.
Lawrence keeping hold of Leighton's head, controlling as best he can.
Lawrence trying to control here.
#T2##SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Leighton prevents Lawrence from improving his position.#SUB2#
Leighton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lawrence is just riding it out for now. Leighton eventually gives up the hold.
Leighton is keen to just control but Lawrence is a slippery customer.#T3##SUB2#
Leighton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Leighton is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Leighton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lawrence sees it coming and defends easily.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lawrence has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Leighton has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (0) vs (5) Leighton#T4#
Lawrence tries to buck Leighton off but Leighton is having none of it.#SUB2#
Leighton goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lawrence has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Leighton but great work by Lawrence. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lawrence (4) vs (5) Leighton#SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Leighton, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Leighton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Lawrence thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T5##SUB#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Leighton knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Lawrence working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Lawrence working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T6##SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Leighton, who protects the arm well.
Leighton sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leighton defends it well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Leighton moves into full guard.
#T7#
Leighton managing to control the position.
Lawrence slips nicely into half guard.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Leighton won't allow it. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leighton defends it well.
Leighton is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T8#
Leighton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Leighton wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leighton defends it well.
Leighton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
#T9#
Lawrence is keen to just control but Leighton is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Leighton! Score +3 for passing guard: Lawrence (7) vs (5) Leighton#T10##SUB#
Lawrence goes for an armbar but Leighton turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Leighton. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lawrence (7) vs (7) Leighton
Lawrence looking to control but Leighton passes into half guard.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Leighton keeps him under control.#T11#
Leighton trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Leighton wants to work for an arm triangle but Lawrence is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Leighton trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Leighton might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawrence haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Leighton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12##SUB2#
Leighton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawrence doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Leighton. #SUB2#
Leighton seems to be looking for submissions.
My spies in The Factory inform me that Leighton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Lawrence wants to control but Leighton is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Leighton trying to control from half guard but Lawrence is working away.
Leighton prevents Lawrence from improving his position.#T13#
Leighton wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Leighton prevents Lawrence from improving his position.
Leighton is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Let's hope that Leighton has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T14##SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Leighton keeps him under control.
Leighton controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Lawrence gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Lawrence takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, John Lawrence made sure he mentioned PWNAGEâ„¢, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Menezes vs Edmonds
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Lawrence has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
Brownie jabs Lawrence right on the nose. Lawrence blinks but takes it well.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Brownie misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Lawrence with a hook.
Lawrence misses with a leg kick.
Brownie swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Brownie.
Brownie drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Brownie throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lawrence throws the kick towards the body but Brownie avoids it.
Brownie is looking for the big counter here.
Lawrence throws a nice inside leg kick.
Brownie blocks a head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brownie changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Left hook, right uppercut from Lawrence.
Brownie misses with a body shot.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Brownie.
Brownie connects with a single shot there.#CL2#
Brownie gets a clinch. #BC#
Lawrence pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brownie misses with a hook.
Brownie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Brownie.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brownie.
Lawrence defending well as Brownie loads up on a big left hand.
No luck for Brownie with that takedown attempt.
Brownie throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brownie lands a head shot.
Lawrence looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence tries to clinch up but Brownie circles away and keeps his distance.
A left lands for Brownie.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Lawrence gets a takedown into half guard.
Brownie is trying to get back to full guard.
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Brownie controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Brownie is trying to get back to full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Lawrence content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Brownie is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Brownie controlling the position well.
Brownie avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence throwing shots but Brownie is blocking nicely.
Brownie trying to control from the bottom.
Brownie wants to stand back up but Lawrence manages to pass into side control.
Brownie manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Brownie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence wants to control but Brownie is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Brownie is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lawrence sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Brownie scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Brownie throwing shots but Lawrence is blocking nicely.
Brownie winds up and cracks Lawrence with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence wants to control but Brownie is keeping busy.
Brownie is nestled in close to Lawrence, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Brownie keeps him under control.
Brownie is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Brownie is working for a kimura but Lawrence is defending it quite comfortably.
Brownie is trying to control. Lawrence wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shaun Brownie will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lawrence's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Lawrence wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Brownie has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
The fighters circling - Brownie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Brownie keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Brownie's defenses.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brownie swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Brownie misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence throwing a counter right hand but Brownie manages to avoid it.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Brownie as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Brownie.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brownie tries to bum rush Lawrence with a series of wild strikes but Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Brownie throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lawrence tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Brownie is in Lawrence's guard.
Brownie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Brownie looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Lawrence working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brownie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brownie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Lawrence working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Brownie.
Brownie sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brownie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Brownie missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Brownie stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.#SUB#
Lawrence is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Brownie frees his head nicely. Oh but Lawrence has switched to an armbar! Brownie is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence very nearly forgot to thank PWNAGEâ„¢ amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SMASH: Menezes vs Kowalkiewicz
Date: Dec 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawrence tries to land a leg kick but Baker saw it coming and moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Baker misses.
Baker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A head kick by Lawrence misses
enabling Baker to counter with a crisp jab.
Baker wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lawrence misses with a leg kick.
Baker checks the leg kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Baker misses.
Baker will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but Baker keeps it at a distance.
Baker let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Baker let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Lawrence connects with a single shot there.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Baker's body.
Lawrence throws a hook but Baker blocks it.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baker.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T2#
Baker pushes Lawrence away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lawrence gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Baker is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Baker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lawrence working the head with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB#
Lawrence goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Baker rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lawrence's guard! Nice work there by Baker! #SUB#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Baker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baker lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baker stands up over Lawrence, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Baker loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Baker working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Baker content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lawrence looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Baker puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Baker landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Baker is nestled in close to Lawrence, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Baker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lawrence's head.
Baker looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Baker lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Baker is controlling well.
#T4#
Lawrence might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Baker has control of the leg.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Baker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Lawrence working for a triangle but Baker defends it easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Baker's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Balthazar Baker will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence shoots in but Baker avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lawrence swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Baker counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a hook.
Baker looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baker circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Baker counters with a nice body shot.
Baker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Baker throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range. #T1#
Lawrence misses with a hook
and Baker counters with a left and a right that stings Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut
and Baker counters with a straight that turns Lawrence's legs to rubber! Baker pushes forward with more strikes and Lawrence goes down, battered and bloody! That's a wrap folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balthazar Baker!
A relieved looking Balthazar Baker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Cuntmara vs Big Mouth
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Nakamura lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nakamura slips under a jab.
Nakamura swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Nakamura changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nakamura scores with a punch to the head.
Nakamura misses the jab.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Nakamura's body. Nakamura takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nakamura lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nakamura lands with a nice body punch.
Nakamura works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nakamura changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nakamura takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Nakamura is just out of range.
Nakamura swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence swings for the body but Nakamura moves out of range.
#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Nakamura.
Lawrence throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nakamura avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Donk. Nakamura catches Lawrence right on the button with a cross.
Nakamura throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice uppercut lands for Nakamura. That snapped Lawrence's head back.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Nakamura is having none of it.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nakamura connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2##TD#
Lawrence gets caught napping as Nakamura dives in and scores a takedown. Lawrence manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakamura looking to pass the guard.
Nakamura trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Nakamura has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Nakamura is looking to work some ground and pound but Lawrence has wrist control.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nakamura gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nakamura trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
Nakamura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nakamura can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nakamura landing with the ground and pound.
Lawrence bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nakamura's guard. #REVB#
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence is in close to Nakamura's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lawrence lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Nakamura tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nakamura swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence passes Nakamura's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Nakamura has recovered full guard.
Nakamura keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gurizuri Nakamura dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lawrence lands with a right hand. #TD2#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nakamura throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Nakamura 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.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence is in close to Nakamura's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nakamura works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Nakamura is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Nakamura to see if he's OK.
Nakamura is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Nakamura is looking to regain half guard here but Lawrence keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence wants to control but Nakamura is keeping him busy.
Nakamura takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nakamura sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Nakamura is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nakamura gets full guard.#T2#
Nakamura avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence passes Nakamura's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nakamura is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Nakamura gets full guard.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Nakamura bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lawrence's guard. #REVR#
Nakamura with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Nakamura postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nakamura lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Lawrence preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lawrence had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakamura defends it easily.
Nakamura cracks Lawrence with a solid left hand.
Lawrence avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nakamura stands up over Lawrence, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nakamura landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Lawrence controls Nakamura momentarily but Nakamura frees himself.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakamura accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nakamura trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Lawrence engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nakamura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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##TD#
Lawrence gets caught napping as Nakamura dives in and scores a takedown. Lawrence manages to retain guard.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Nakamura postures up.
Nakamura missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nakamura working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nakamura chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence looking to control.
Nakamura is pushing down on Lawrence's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawrence is fighting to maintain full guard but Nakamura has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Nakamura throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nakamura with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nakamura pushes down on Lawrence's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nakamura wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Nakamura scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nakamura winds up and cracks Lawrence with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nakamura.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nakamura is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Nice strikes from Nakamura there.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nakamura is working away from the top position though.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nakamura landing with the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nakamura's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Nakamura lands a couple of elbows.
Nakamura working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence has momentary wrist control but Nakamura slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Nakamura defends easily.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nakamura advances position into side control!
Nakamura is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Nakamura is working Lawrence over with some ground and pound from side control.
Nakamura wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lawrence keeps working.
Lawrence tries to buck Nakamura off but Nakamura is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence keeps trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gurizuri Nakamura showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nakamura 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 Steve Erwin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gurizuri Nakamura!
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Chaos vs Mountain 3
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Olsen scores with a leg kick.
Olsen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lawrence is able to avoid easily.
A quick step to the side and Lawrence tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL#
Lawrence gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lawrence drops down looking for an ankle pick but Olsen pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Olsen.
Olsen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Lawrence darts in and clinches Olsen up against the cage.
Olsen landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Olsen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lawrence blocking some punches.
Lawrence tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Olsen's elbow.
Olsen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Olsen trying to land knees to the body.
Lawrence can't find room to land a body shot as Olsen controls the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Olsen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Olsen misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Olsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Olsen can't find room to land a body shot as Lawrence controls the action.
Olsen connects with a knee to the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Olsen.
Lawrence tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lawrence takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.#TD#
Lawrence gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lawrence won't allow Olsen to get back to his feet.
Lawrence works over Olsen with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #ES2#
Olsen kicks Lawrence off and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Olsen with the inside leg kick.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Olsen.#T2#
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Olsen as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the body
and Olsen counters with a nice uppercut.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Olsen moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL#
Lawrence clinches.
A short left from Olsen.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Olsen prevents it.
A short right from Olsen on the inside.
Olsen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lawrence has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Olsen after a bit of a struggle.
Olsen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Olsen lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Olsen.
Lawrence takes an elbow to the temple.
Lawrence takes an elbow to the forehead.
Olsen tries to throw a body punch but Lawrence avoids it by throwing Olsen back against the cage. #T3#
Lawrence avoids the elbow strike from Olsen, against the cage.
Olsen working Lawrence over with knees to the body.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Lawrence is leaning against Olsen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Olsen lands an elbow just above Lawrence 's eye.
Olsen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
Olsen pushes Lawrence back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Olsen working Lawrence over with knees to the body.
Olsen lands a damaging elbow.
Olsen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Olsen lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Olsen obliges.
Olsen scores a nice knee to the body.
Olsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Olsen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Olsen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Olsen comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Olsen.
A right hand to the body from Olsen.
A knee to the head by Olsen.
Olsen lands an elbow just above Lawrence 's eye.
A short left from Olsen. #T4#
Olsen lands a nice elbow.
Olsen lands a nice elbow.
Olsen landing knees to the body.
Olsen cracks Lawrence with a nice body shot.
Nice body punch from Olsen.
Olsen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Olsen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Olsen scores with a hook to the body.
Olsen presses Lawrence against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Olsen lands a right hand.
Olsen lands a shot to the body.
Olsen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Olsen lands a right hand.
Olsen lands with a left to the head.
Olsen landing some nice looking knees to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Olsen unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Olsen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Olsen lands with a right to the head.
Olsen working Lawrence over with knees to the body.
Olsen lands a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Olsen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Lawrence's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Left hook, right uppercut from Olsen.
Lawrence throws a lazy uppercut
and Olsen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A nice inside leg kick there by Olsen. That's going to slow Lawrence down. #CL#
Lawrence forces Olsen back against the cage and clinches.
Lawrence looking to slow down the pace here.
Olsen lands a nice uppercut.
Lawrence tries to throw a body punch but Olsen avoids it by throwing Lawrence back against the cage.
Olsen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lawrence is trying to break the clinch but Olsen is controlling him.
Lawrence tries for a takedown. No joy.
Olsen crunches a lovely knee into Lawrence's ribcage.
Good body shot from Olsen.
Olsen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Olsen lands an elbow just above Lawrence 's eye.
Olsen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Olsen looking to throw knees to the head but Lawrence is blocking nicely.
Harry Olsen seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Olsen lands an elbow inside that Lawrence shrugs off.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Knees to the body from Olsen.
Olsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Lawrence doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Olsen lands a good knee to the midsection. Lawrence won't want to take too many of those.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Olsen obliges.
A hook to the body from Olsen.
A right hand to the body from Olsen.
Olsen pushes Lawrence back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Olsen.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Olsen obliges.
A short body shot lands from Olsen as the two fighters clinch.
Olsen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Olsen digs a right hand underneath Lawrence's ribcage. Lawrence let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Olsen.
Olsen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Lawrence in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nice elbow from Olsen.
Olsen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Olsen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawrences 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!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Olsen.
Olsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Olsen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lawrence's defenses.
A short right from Olsen.
Olsen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lawrence's defenses. #T2#
Lawrence has Olsen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Olsen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Olsen connects with a nasty looking knee right to Lawrence's face.
#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
Good body shot from Olsen.
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Olsen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Olsen lands an elbow inside.
Olsen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Olsen is working Lawrence over against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Olsen.
Olsen gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Olsen connects with a knee to the head.
Olsen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Olsen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Olsen lands a damaging elbow.
Olsen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Nice elbow from Olsen.
Olsen dips a shoulder and cracks Lawrence with a mighty uppercut! Lawrence falls back against the cage and Olsen unloads with a barrage of strikes! Lawrence is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Olsen screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harry Olsen!
Harry Olsen 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.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Roy vs Cole 3
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Lundgren on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Lundgren tries to counter by clinching up but Lawrence breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Lundgren fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lawrence, pushing him back against the cage.
Lundgren jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lawrence walks away with a smile on his face. Lundgren gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lawrence throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A head kick misses from Lawrence. #TD#
Lundgren closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lawrence quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lundgren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lundgren works his way into full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T1#
Lundgren is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Lundgren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence is trying to maintain the position but Lundgren is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence is trying is best to control the position here.
Lawrence is not content to let Lundgren control the position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lundgren connects with a nice short shot to Lawrence's temple.
Lawrence avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lundgren.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lundgren wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet. #T2#
Lundgren looking to pass the guard.
Lundgren is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence looking to control.
Lundgren is pushing down on Lawrence's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawrence is fighting to maintain full guard but Lundgren has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence controlling the position well.
Lundgren is trying to control the action in half guard but Lawrence is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence wants to control but Lundgren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lundgren keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Lundgren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lundgren is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Lundgren is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Lawrence wants to control but Lundgren is having none of it.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position but Lundgren isn't that keen on the idea.
Lundgren can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lawrence is looking to escape.
Lundgren looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
#T4#
Lundgren trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lundgren will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Lundgren looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Lawrence working to try and regain half guard.
Lawrence regains half guard.
Lundgren is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lawrence!
Lawrence is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lundgren throwing strikes here but Lawrence is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Lundgren can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lawrence is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mattias Lundgren 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#
Lundgren tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lawrence manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lundgren takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Lundgren rushes Lawrence and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lawrence will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lundgren up against the cage.
Lundgren is trying to pull guard but Lawrence turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Lawrence gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Lundgren regains guard.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lundgren preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Lawrence distracts Lundgren with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence distracts Lundgren with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawrence is working Lundgren over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1##SUB#
Lundgren looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence pushing down on Lundgren's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lundgren is looking to improve his position.
Lundgren is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.
Lawrence trying to control the pace.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lundgren trying to control from the bottom.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lundgren manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence is working Lundgren over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Lundgren isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lawrence stacks Lundgren on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lawrence!
Lawrence scoring with punches and elbows.
Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Lundgren to see if he's OK.
Lundgren is not content to let Lawrence control the position. #T3#
Lundgren tries to buck Lawrence off but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Lundgren is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Lundgren to see if he's OK.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lundgren wants to control but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lundgren keeps working.
Lawrence controlling from side mount.
Lundgren taking a bit of punishment here - Lawrence scoring with strikes. #T4#
Lundgren is trying to improve his position.
Lawrence lands a few punches from side control.
Lundgren sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Lundgren's hands, connecting with Lundgren's forehead.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Lawrence working Lundgren over with strikes.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Lundgren is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lundgren wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Lawrence winds up and cracks Lundgren with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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#
Lawrence stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lawrence wants it to stay on the feet.
Lawrence raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Lundgren ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Lundgren feinted with a counter takedown.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Lundgren feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Lundgren preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Lundgren pushes his legs off easily.
Lundgren wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is trying to keep Lundgren in close.
Lawrence is controlling Lundgren's posture.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lundgren defends well.#T1#
Lundgren won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lundgren passes Lawrence's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Lundgren is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lawrence avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lundgren.
Lundgren throwing shots but Lawrence is blocking nicely.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lundgren doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lundgren manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lundgren tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lundgren passes into side control.
#SUB#
Lundgren thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lawrence regains half guard.
Lawrence is trying to control but can't.
Lundgren is keen to just control but Lawrence is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Lundgren is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lawrence sees it coming and defends easily.
Lundgren is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lawrence won't allow Lundgren to pass to mount.
Lawrence trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Lundgren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lawrence does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Lundgren is defending well. Lawrence quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Lundgren has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lawrence celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
Jumping up and down and very excited, John Lawrence waved his t-shirt featuring PWNAGEâ„¢'s logo in front of the cameras.
Mattias Lundgren spoke after the fight, saying 'Sometines your opponent getsthebetter of you, tonight was one of those nights and I was unprepared. To all my fans sorry, I'll come back stronger and to my opponent congratulations but I'll be seing you again soon I'm sure.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Higgins vs Torsten
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Kowalkiewicz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but Kowalkiewicz keeps it at a distance.
A quick step to the side and Kowalkiewicz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kowalkiewicz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lawrence connects with a nice short shot to Kowalkiewicz's temple.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Kowalkiewicz is defending well.
Kowalkiewicz wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Lawrence wants to pass to mount but Kowalkiewicz is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kowalkiewicz is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Kowalkiewicz tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.#T1#
Lawrence controlling the pace.
Kowalkiewicz is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence stalling away here and it's allowed Kowalkiewicz to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kowalkiewicz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Kowalkiewicz sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kowalkiewicz stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence can't keep his opponent in guard - Kowalkiewicz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lawrence manages to get to full guard.
Lawrence has his hands on Kowalkiewicz's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kowalkiewicz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Kowalkiewicz postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kowalkiewicz is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence pulls Kowalkiewicz in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kowalkiewicz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lawrence being controlled here, momentarily.
Kowalkiewicz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kowalkiewicz postures up.
Kowalkiewicz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lawrence is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kowalkiewicz trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kowalkiewicz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kowalkiewicz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kowalkiewicz stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kowalkiewicz keeps the fight on the outside.
A little feinted left hand from Kowalkiewicz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch but Kowalkiewicz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kowalkiewicz throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kowalkiewicz.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kowalkiewicz's guard.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kowalkiewicz pulls Lawrence in close to his closed guard and prevents Lawrence from doing any damage or advancing position.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kowalkiewicz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kowalkiewicz looking for a sweep. Not yet Kowalkiewicz, not yet.
Lawrence passes into half guard.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Kowalkiewicz trying to control from the bottom.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Kowalkiewicz is having none of it.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence not doing much here.
Kowalkiewicz on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kowalkiewicz tries to get out of the position.
Kowalkiewicz tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.
Kowalkiewicz is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kowalkiewicz on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kowalkiewicz is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kowalkiewicz's head. #T2#
Kowalkiewicz is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kowalkiewicz on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kowalkiewicz's head.
Kowalkiewicz on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura but Kowalkiewicz is defending well.
Kowalkiewicz avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kowalkiewicz defending well though.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Kowalkiewicz defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawrence in particular looking to stall.
Lawrence seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kowalkiewicz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
Lawrence looks to land a strike but Kowalkiewicz avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Lawrence pushes down on Kowalkiewicz's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Kowalkiewicz is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg. #T4#
Kowalkiewicz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawrence is working away from the top position though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Kowalkiewicz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawrence is working away from the top position though.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Kowalkiewicz, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kowalkiewicz keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Kowalkiewicz's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Kowalkiewicz gets a clinch.
Kowalkiewicz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A right hook to the body lands for Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
Kowalkiewicz is working Lawrence over against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
Lawrence takes a shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
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!
Kowalkiewicz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a hook to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a left hand.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands a left hand.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a light punch inside.
Kowalkiewicz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand underneath Lawrence's ribcage. Lawrence let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kowalkiewicz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kowalkiewicz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kowalkiewicz pushes Lawrence back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Still in the clinch, Kowalkiewicz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a right to the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a hook to the body.
Lawrence takes a shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand into Lawrence's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lawrence's gas tank.
Still in the clinch, Kowalkiewicz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lawrence.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kowalkiewicz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalkiewicz lands an uppercut.
Lawrence doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Kowalkiewicz. #ROC#Lawrence is rocked!
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand underneath Lawrence's ribcage. Lawrence let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lawrence is still on wobbly legs! Can Kowalkiewicz finish him?
Kowalkiewicz lands an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Kowalkiewicz.
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Kowalkiewicz throws a big uppercut that drops Lawrence! More strikes from Kowalkiewicz and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Lawrence lies dazed against the cage as Kowalkiewicz celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michał Kowalkiewicz!
Michał Kowalkiewicz retains his middleweight title!
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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SMASH: Torsten vs Lomax
Date: Aug 27, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into Borgia's guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
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.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Borgia's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Borgia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Borgia has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Borgia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Borgia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence postures up in Borgia's guard and throws a big left but Borgia blocks it.
Lawrence pushes down on Borgia's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lawrence prevents Borgia from improving his position.
Borgia is not content to let Lawrence control the position.#T1#
Borgia is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Borgia on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Borgia has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Borgia defends the submission attempt.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Borgia is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Borgia is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Borgia defends it well.
Borgia is holding on to half guard well.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Borgia is doing well to control the position and prevent Lawrence from advancing to side control.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Borgia defending well though.
Borgia moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Borgia is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Borgia tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Borgia managing to control the position.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Borgia keeps moving. #T3#
Borgia avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Borgia keeps moving.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Borgia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lawrence manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
Lawrence looking to control.
Borgia looking to pass the guard.
Borgia distracts Lawrence with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Borgia trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Borgia trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but Borgia is proving a slippery customer.
Borgia makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Borgia from controlling successfully.
Borgia makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lawrence holds on and takes a little breather.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
Borgia throwing strikes but missing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence controls Borgia momentarily but Borgia frees himself.
Borgia passes Lawrence's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Borgia shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lawrence defends it nicely.
Lawrence tries to counter by closing the distance.
Borgia lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lawrence wants to clinch.#CL2#
Lawrence pushes Borgia up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borgia is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Borgia has picked Lawrence up - he's going for a ride! Borgia dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Borgia scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Borgia lands with a punch from half guard.
Lawrence wants to control but Borgia is keeping busy.
Borgia lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Lawrence is refusing to be controlled, as Borgia sits in half guard.
Borgia looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Borgia controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Borgia from controlling successfully.
Borgia controlling from the top position.
Borgia postures up.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Borgia postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Borgia postures up.
Borgia lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Borgia gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Borgia makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Borgia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Borgia thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Borgia is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Borgia 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.
Borgia advances to half guard.
Lawrence works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Borgia is posturing up here but Lawrence has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Borgia tries to roll out but it's too tight and Borgia has to tap! Slick submission there by Lawrence!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence very nearly forgot to thank PWNAGEâ„¢ amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SMASH: Kowalkiewicz vs Borgia
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Lawrence clinches.
Lawrence wants a takedown.
Masvidal tries to land a knee to the head but Lawrence blocks with his arms.
Lawrence tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Masvidal smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Lawrence has Masvidal up against the cage in a clinch.
Lawrence misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lawrence misses with a hook to the ribs.
Masvidal lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Masvidal lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lawrence tries a body shot but Masvidal blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masvidal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Masvidal lands with a short shot to the head.
Lawrence lands a left hand that snaps the head of Masvidal backwards.
A right hand to the body from Lawrence.
Lawrence drops down looking for an ankle pick but Masvidal pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Masvidal throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.#T1#
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Masvidal was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Masvidal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawrence wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lawrence throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Lawrence scores with punches from side control.
We've been hearing that Lawrence has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Lawrence in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lawrence in side control lands a decent elbow.
Masvidal on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Lawrence working the ground and pound from side control.
Lawrence working the body and head with strikes.
Masvidal seems a little lost for a moment, as Lawrence dominates the positioning.
Masvidal is looking for a sweep.
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!
Masvidal is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it. #T2#
Lawrence passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Masvidal! #SUB#
Lawrence working for a submission but Masvidal is keeping him at bay.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masvidal is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence landing shots from mount.
Lawrence landing shots from mount.
Lawrence looking to finish Masvidal with some ground and pound. This is bad for Masvidal!
Masvidal takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Lawrence working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Masvidal tries to reverse the position but Lawrence maintains control.
Lawrence raining down hammerfists from mount.
Lawrence cracks Masvidal with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Lawrence pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#Masvidal is rocked!#T3#
Lawrence working the ground and pound effectively.
Masvidal is still in real trouble! Can Lawrence finish him?
Masvidal takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Lawrence's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence made sure to mention his sponsor, KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SMASH: Menshikov vs Kohler
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
#R1#
A low kick from Lawrence misses
and Kowalkiewicz counters with a straight right hand.
Kowalkiewicz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Lawrence looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Kowalkiewicz has wrist control.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Kowalkiewicz keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lawrence won't allow Kowalkiewicz to sweep him here. #T1#
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence is in close to Kowalkiewicz's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lawrence trying to control but Kowalkiewicz is working from the bottom.
Lawrence forces his way into half guard.
Lawrence wants to control but Kowalkiewicz is keeping him busy.
Lawrence throwing shots but Kowalkiewicz is blocking nicely.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kowalkiewicz controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Kowalkiewicz dodges it nicely.
Lawrence content to control rather than advance.
Kowalkiewicz wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
#T2#
Lawrence with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kowalkiewicz trying to control here.
Kowalkiewicz is holding on to half guard well.
Kowalkiewicz knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lawrence on the ground.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Kowalkiewicz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kowalkiewicz is trying to maintain the position but Lawrence is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kowalkiewicz plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T3#
Lawrence misses with a takedown #CL#
and Kowalkiewicz counters by moving into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kowalkiewicz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Lawrence pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence fails with an attempt to clinch.
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Lawrence takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T4##CL#
Kowalkiewicz closes the distance and pushes Lawrence back into the cage.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch on the inside.
Lawrence tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence wants a takedown but no success here.
Kowalkiewicz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kowalkiewicz swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kowalkiewicz lands an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
Lawrence fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lawrence or not.
Lawrence looks winded!
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence tries to score a body lock takedown but Kowalkiewicz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kowalkiewicz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michał Kowalkiewicz dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lawrence changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kowalkiewicz tries to avoid it but Lawrence manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kowalkiewicz to the ground. Kowalkiewicz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kowalkiewicz avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
An attempted straight right counter from Kowalkiewicz misses the target.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kowalkiewicz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kowalkiewicz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Kowalkiewicz instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kowalkiewicz prevents a body shot from Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a shot to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short shot to the head.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a right to the head.
Lawrence tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kowalkiewicz gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.#T1#
The referee calls for Kowalkiewicz to work.
Kowalkiewicz can't find room to land a body shot as Lawrence controls the action.
Lawrence gets through Kowalkiewicz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz pushes Lawrence back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kowalkiewicz backwards.
Kowalkiewicz holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz can't find room to land a body shot as Lawrence controls the action.
Lawrence will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kowalkiewicz up against the cage.
Lawrence wants to take the fight to the mat but Kowalkiewicz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lawrence wants to take the fight to the mat but Kowalkiewicz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Kowalkiewicz tries a body shot but Lawrence blocks it.
Kowalkiewicz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Kowalkiewicz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lawrence is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Kowalkiewicz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand underneath Lawrence's ribcage. Lawrence let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kowalkiewicz stalls.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a hook to the body.
A right hand to the body from Kowalkiewicz.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a right to the head.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
Kowalkiewicz will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lawrence up against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Kowalkiewicz. #T3#
Kowalkiewicz pushes Lawrence back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Kowalkiewicz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Kowalkiewicz.
Lawrence tries to score a body lock takedown but Kowalkiewicz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kowalkiewicz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kowalkiewicz takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kowalkiewicz displaying some good clinch control by pressing Lawrence up against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kowalkiewicz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a shoulder strike.
Kowalkiewicz is working Lawrence over against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lawrence or not. #T4#
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice shot to the body.
Kowalkiewicz leaning his opponent against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence is trying to drag Kowalkiewicz to the mat but Kowalkiewicz just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a hook to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a light punch inside.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lawrence or not.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand into Lawrence's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lawrence's gas tank.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz struggles to land a body shot inside as Lawrence controls his hands.
#TD2#
Lawrence drags the fight down to the ground.
Kowalkiewicz sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michał Kowalkiewicz dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Kowalkiewicz scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT#It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kowalkiewicz counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Lawrence badly! He tries to strike back but Kowalkiewicz puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Lawrence out cold! Oh man, Lawrence will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Michał Kowalkiewicz!
Michał Kowalkiewicz retains his middleweight title!
In defeat, John Lawrence stepped up to the mic, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawrence scores with the left hand. Johnson knows he should have avoided that one.
Johnson shoots in but Lawrence avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lawrence is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Johnson with a body shot.#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches.
Lawrence lands a body shot in the clinch.
#TD2#
Lawrence gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Johnson is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Johnson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Lawrence there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Johnson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Lawrence controlling the pace.
Johnson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence slows the pace down in half guard.
Johnson is trying to get back to full guard.
Lawrence looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Johnson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nice strikes from Lawrence there.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawrence in particular looking to stall.
Johnson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Johnson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Lawrence working Johnson over with strikes.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Johnson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Johnson is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Johnson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lawrence lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Johnson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4##SUB2#
Johnson is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence.
Lawrence winds up and cracks Johnson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lawrence is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lawrence lands strikes from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Johnson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Johnson misses with a jab to the body
and Lawrence counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Johnson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lawrence counters with a left to the body.
Johnson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Johnson shoots in for a double leg but Lawrence sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lawrence defends well and Johnson ends up having to push Lawrence into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lawrence lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Lawrence. #TD2#
Lawrence turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Lawrence manages to end up in side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Johnson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Lawrence controlling the position from side mount.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Johnson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T1#
Lawrence works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Lawrence connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Johnson some visible discomfort.
Johnson trying to remain calm as Lawrence controls from the top position.
Lawrence cracks Johnson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Lawrence works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
A lull in the action here as Lawrence stalls from top position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Lawrence scores with a couple of short elbows.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Lawrence scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Johnson to see if he's OK.
Johnson is looking for a sweep.
Lawrence working the ground and pound.
Lawrence controls the position.
Johnson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Lawrence connects with a decent elbow.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence working the ground and pound from side control.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Johnson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence controlling from the full mount.
Lawrence lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Johnson hang on?#ROC2#Johnson is rocked!
Lawrence controlling his opponent. #T3#
Lawrence unloading with bombs!
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Lawrence! Johnson is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence made sure to mention his sponsor, KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SYN 898 Heavy Hitters
Date: May 14, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawrence shoots in and drives through. Bunyasarn sprawls well.
Bunyasarn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A good leg kick by Bunyasarn.
Lawrence cracks Bunyasarn with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bunyasarn cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lawrence defending well as Bunyasarn loads up on a big left hand.
Bunyasarn has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bunyasarn there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bunyasarn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bunyasarn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bunyasarn scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Ananada Bunyasarn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bunyasarn throws out the jab.
Bunyasarn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lawrences jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bunyasarn as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Lawrence moves into the clinch.
Bunyasarn scores with a hook to the body.
Lawrence tries to work over Bunyasarn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bunyasarn swings wildly with an uppercut but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Lawrence throws a head punch that misses.
Lawrence wants a takedown but no success here.
Ananada Bunyasarn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bunyasarn softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence can't find room to land a body shot as Bunyasarn controls the action.
Lawrence is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bunyasarn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bunyasarn lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bunyasarn lands a right hand.
Lawrence prevents a body shot from Bunyasarn.
Bunyasarn lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Bunyasarn being controlled against the cage.
Lawrence goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bunyasarn prevents it.
Lawrence is working Bunyasarn over against the cage.
Lawrence lands with a light punch inside.
Bunyasarn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bunyasarn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bunyasarn.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Lawrence gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Lawrence performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bunyasarn is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bunyasarn haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Well, if Lawrence 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.
Lawrence is trying to control. Bunyasarn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Lawrence with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Bunyasarn wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Bunyasarn is staying active underneath Lawrence, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
Lawrence rushes Bunyasarn and presses him up against the cage.
Bunyasarn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bunyasarn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bunyasarn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Lawrence.
Lawrence blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lawrence jumps guard but Bunyasarn stands there with Lawrence around his waist. Lawrence gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lawrence has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bunyasarn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bunyasarn lands with a short shot to the head.
Lawrence takes a shot to the head. #T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bunyasarn.
Bunyasarn lands a hook that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bunyasarn's elbow.
A short uppercut from Bunyasarn.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bunyasarn walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Bunyasarn ducked under it nicely.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Bunyasarn sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bunyasarn. #TD2#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bunyasarn trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence controlling the action here.
Bunyasarn is controlling Lawrence's trapped leg to prevent Lawrence from advancing to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ananada Bunyasarn dominated that round.
That's time! Bunyasarn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Lawrence darts in and clinches Bunyasarn up against the cage.
Lawrence has Bunyasarn pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bunyasarn manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bunyasarn lands a nice uppercut.
Bunyasarn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Bunyasarn lands an uppercut.#BC#
Bunyasarn breaks from the clinch.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Bunyasarn moves out of range easily.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bunyasarn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Lawrence. That snapped Bunyasarn's head back.
Bunyasarn loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.#CL2#
Lawrence moves into the clinch.
Lawrence misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Bunyasarn. #TD2#
Lawrence has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bunyasarn regains guard immediately.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence controlling from the top position. #T1#
Lawrence trying to control but Bunyasarn is working from the bottom.
Lawrence looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bunyasarn keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lawrence is stalling in the full guard.
Bunyasarn working a defensive guard here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bunyasarn is controlling Lawrence's posture.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bunyasarn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Bunyasarn lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence motions for Bunyasarn to come forward. Lawrence throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bunyasarn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
Lawrence attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bunyasarn moves out of range of the strikes.
Bunyasarn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bunyasarn delivers a nice body kick.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bunyasarn was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bunyasarn half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ananada Bunyasarn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.#T3#
Bunyasarn fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lawrence swings for the body but Bunyasarn moves out of range.
Bunyasarn slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Bunyasarn defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bunyasarn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.
Bunyasarn throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bunyasarn scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lawrence in his tracks.
Donk. Bunyasarn catches Lawrence right on the button with a cross.
Lawrence tries to land a leg kick but Bunyasarn saw it coming and moves away.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Bunyasarn moves out of range.
Bunyasarn bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T4#
Bunyasarn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bunyasarn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lawrence steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bunyasarn turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bunyasarn throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence throws out a counter right but Bunyasarn avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bunyasarn darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bunyasarn pinned against the cage. Bunyasarn gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ananada Bunyasarn is winning the standup battle so far.
Bunyasarn throws a leg kick which misses Lawrence's front leg but catches the back leg as Lawrence tries to avoid it.
Bunyasarn pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bunyasarn getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bunyasarn scores with the left hand. Lawrence knows he should have avoided that one.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Bunyasarn gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bunyasarn.
Bunyasarn is looking to counter punch.
Bunyasarn lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ananada Bunyasarn dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bunyasarn dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Bunyasarn works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bunyasarn takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Bunyasarn takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bunyasarn is looking to slow Lawrence down with leg kicks.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lawrence lands a body shot.
Bunyasarn throws a good cross that connects.
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bunyasarn. Bunyasarn obviously looking to wear him down.
Bunyasarn throws out a leg kick but Lawrence moves out of range and Bunyasarn only half commits.
A punch lands to the side of Lawrence 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Bunyasarn had a free shot at his head there.
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!
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bunyasarn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Bunyasarn.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bunyasarn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Bunyasarn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bunyasarn wants it to stay on the feet.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Bunyasarn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ananada Bunyasarn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Bunyasarn lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Bunyasarn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Bunyasarn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
Bunyasarn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bunyasarn feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
A jab from Bunyasarn finds it's way through Lawrence's defenses.
Lawrence chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bunyasarn can pounce on him.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Bunyasarn ducked under it nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Bunyasarn fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
Bunyasarn with the inside leg kick.
Bunyasarn fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
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!
Bunyasarn throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawrence stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bunyasarn scores with a body shot.
Bunyasarn with the inside leg kick.
Bunyasarn moves out of range as Lawrence strikes.
Bunyasarn scores with a jab to the head.
Lawrence takes one to the side of the head.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bunyasarn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lawrence lands a jab to the head.
Bunyasarn scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bunyasarn connects with a jab.
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Bunyasarn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ananada Bunyasarn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bunyasarn.
Lawrence walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bunyasarn with a nice calf kick.
Lawrence has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lawrence there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bunyasarn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.#T3#
Lawrence shoots in and drives through. Bunyasarn sprawls well.
Bunyasarn scoring well with a low kick there.
Bunyasarn with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bunyasarn scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bunyasarn lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
Bunyasarn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bunyasarn stuns Lawrence with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Bunyasarn feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bunyasarn feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bunyasarn.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lawrence crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bunyasarn - the referee stops the clock and Lawrence gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bunyasarn. Lawrence manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bunyasarn dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Bunyasarn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence tries to clinch up but Bunyasarn circles away and keeps his distance.
Bunyasarn half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4##CL2#
Lawrence rushes Bunyasarn and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lawrence wants a takedown.
Lawrence pushes Bunyasarn back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bunyasarn digs a right hand underneath Lawrence's ribcage. Lawrence let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Bunyasarn breaks from the clinch.
Bunyasarn lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
Bunyasarn with a nice cross.
Bunyasarn throws a nice head kick!
Bunyasarn with a nice cross.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lawrence swings for the body but Bunyasarn moves out of range.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bunyasarn circles away quickly and effectively.
Bunyasarn fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lawrence on the side of the head.
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bunyasarn connects with a body shot.
Lawrence gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ananada Bunyasarn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bunyasarn, 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 Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ananada Bunyasarn!
Ananada Bunyasarn seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 892 Bitter Rivals
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Mma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
We've been told by Mma's head coaches at 3Band MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mma lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mma sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mma misses with a wild body shot.
Mma ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Mma avoids them all with ease.
It looked like Mma wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Lawrence showed some decent athleticism there.
Mma is trying to stand up here but Lawrence is controlling him well.
Lawrence not doing much here.
Lawrence wants to pass to mount but Mma is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lawrence is taking a breather. Mma 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.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Mma is working from the bottom.
Lawrence is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Mma wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Lawrence lands a heavy elbow.
Lawrence takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mma is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Lawrence controlling the position easily from mount.
Mma is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Lawrence throwing strikes here but Mma is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
You get the feeling that Mma really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#T2#
Lawrence looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Lawrence won't let Mma get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Lawrence fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lawrence working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence controlling from mount.
Mma takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Mma is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
#T3##SUB2#
Lawrence is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Mma is surviving well by controlling Lawrence's body position as best he can.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mma wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Lawrence controlling the pace for now.
Mma is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Lawrence sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Mma really wants to buck Lawrence off and get back to his feet.
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mma is looking to escape.
Lawrence working the ground and pound effectively.
Lawrence looking to control but Mma is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lawrence won't let Mma get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T4#
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mma is looking to escape.
Mma is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Lawrence looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Lawrence tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #ES#
Mma bucks Lawrence off and manages to get back to his feet!
Lawrence closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mma circles away.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Lawrence lands with a slapping head kick.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but Mma keeps it at a distance.
Lawrence checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Nice takedown defense from Mma. No joy for Lawrence on that attempt.
Mma appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mma throws a series of punches but Lawrence avoids them all with ease.
Mma throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawrence stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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#
Mma misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Mma thumps Lawrence with a low kick.#CL2#
Lawrence has closed the distance and engaged Mma in a clinch.
Lawrence changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mma fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2#
Lawrence drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mma is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lawrence is controlling him.
Lawrence controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mma wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mma keeps moving. #T1#
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mma wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence takes one to the chin there.
Lawrence tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mma manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mma missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
Lawrence defending well as Mma loads up on a big left hand.
Mma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence tries to counter with a clinch but Mma shakes him off and moves away.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mma manages to avoid it.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mma avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jeff Mma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good exchange - Lawrence coming out on top.
Mma looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Mma jabs Lawrence right on the nose. Lawrence blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Lawrence throws an overhand right that lands on Mma's shoulder, as Mma tries to avoid the shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mma.
Mma throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mma throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Sloppy strikes from Mma. Those never looked like landing.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mma moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Mma misses with a straight right.
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Mma stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawrence. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Mma jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Mma throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mma in his tracks.
Mma will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mma staying out of range there.#T3#
Mma missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jeff Mma is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mma.
Lawrence throws a hook but Mma avoids it easily.
Mma stuffs the takedown.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Mma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Mma swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lawrence looks to land a body kick but Mma moved away.
An attempted straight right counter from Mma misses the target.
Lawrence shoots in and drives through. Mma sprawls well.
Mma connects with a solid leg kick.
Lawrence throws a shot from downtown. Mma moves away and avoids it.
Mma on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A telegraphed right hand from Mma misses the target.
Mma moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Mma moves out of range.
Mma takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Mma works over Lawrence's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
Lawrence shoots in but no luck this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mma takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mma works the jab nicely.
Mma slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Mma works the jab nicely.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Mma ducked under it nicely.
Mma walks into a stiff left hand from Lawrence.
A left lands for Lawrence.
Mma connects with a right hand. Lawrence shakes it off.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Mma had a free shot at his head there.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Mma moves out of range easily.
Mma dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mma listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Lawrence gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lawrence can't find room to land a body shot as Mma controls the action.
Mma prevents a body shot from Lawrence.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Mma dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into Mma's guard.
Lawrence stops Mma from standing up.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mma swivels though and keeps the full guard. #ES#
Mma pushes Lawrence off and gets back to his feet.
Mma lands with a good body shot.
Mma lands a lovely overhand right.
Mma connects with a jab.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Mma sprawls well.
Mma avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1#
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
A right-left combo lands from Mma.
Mma ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Mma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mma throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
Lawrence fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mma has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lawrence jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lawrence blocks the body kick.
Mma throws a sloppy head kick and Lawrence moves out of range easily.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Mma is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mma. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mma swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawrence.
Mma misses with a straight right. #T2#
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mma.
Mma walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lawrence.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
It looked like Mma wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lawrence cracks Mma with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD2#
Lawrence is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mma's half guard.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Mma is having none of it. #ES#
Mma manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Nice takedown defense from Mma. No joy for Lawrence on that attempt.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mma throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Mma swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mma fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mma connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mma circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Mma ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Mma swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mma was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Mma lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mma's corner calls for a 1-2. Mma obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Mma's body.
#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lawrence is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lawrence goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence cracks Mma with a nice body shot.
Lawrence keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mma's efforts to push away.
Mma blocks a body shot from Lawrence. #BC#
Mma's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Mma lands a jab.
Mma throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mma.
Mma connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lawrence. Lawrence circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mma moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Mma's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mma pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Jab from Mma.
Lawrence attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lawrence with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mma just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mma stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawrence. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Mma showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mma 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Mma!
In his post fight interview, Jeff Mma started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 886 Steve vs. Blazkov
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
A big right from Murhaa misses.
Lawrence throws a big counter head kick but Murhaa avoids it with no problem.
Murhaa throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence dips to his left and cracks Murhaa with an uppercut!
Murhaa misses with a wild body shot.
Murhaa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence throws a hook but Murhaa avoids it easily.
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Murhaa.
Murhaa shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Murhaa.
Some bone on bone action there as Lawrence checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Murhaa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Murhaa definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Murhaa blocks a head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Murhaa pinned against the cage. Murhaa gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Murhaa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
Murhaa avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Murhaa but Murhaa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Murhaa 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.
#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawrence was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lawrence trying to control the position but Murhaa is working away.
Lawrence happy to just control the position for now.
Murhaa is trying to get back to half guard.
Murhaa takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ES#
Murhaa throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T2#
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!
Lawrence works Murhaa's body with a nice hook.#TD2#
Lawrence looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lawrence trying to control but Murhaa is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Murhaa uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Murhaa!#REVR##SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Murhaa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Murhaa pushes his legs off easily.
#SU#
Murhaa stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
Murhaa works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lawrence takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Murhaa swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Murhaa throws a good cross that connects.
Lawrence throws a hook but Murhaa blocks it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murhaa lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lawrence has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lawrence and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Murhaa throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murhaa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ispa Murhaa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murhaa misses with a body kick.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
Ispa Murhaa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Murhaa avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Murhaa continues to drive forward.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Murhaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Lawrence takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Murhaa works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Murhaa but Murhaa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Murhaa was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Murhaa's corner calls for a 1-2. Murhaa obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Murhaa was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Murhaa keeps moving.
Lawrence scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Murhaa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence stands up over Murhaa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lawrence trying to control but Murhaa is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawrence working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Murhaa is controlling Lawrence's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ispa Murhaa dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A jab lands there for Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Murhaa makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Murhaa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Murhaa avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Lawrence walks into a straight right hand from Murhaa.
Lawrence connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Murhaa's hands.
Murhaa avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Murhaa is looking to counter punch.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Murhaa ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Murhaa does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Murhaa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Murhaa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Nice straight punches there by Murhaa. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Murhaa.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Murhaa.
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Murhaa.
Nice cross by Murhaa.#T1#
Lawrence is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Murhaa.
Murhaa misses with a wild body shot.
Murhaa misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Murhaa to the mat! Murhaa manages to get full guard.
Lawrence won't allow Murhaa to sweep him here.
Lawrence's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Murhaa is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Murhaa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Murhaa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Murhaa is fighting to break Lawrence's control of his arms but Lawrence is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Murhaa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhaa content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Murhaa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Murhaa has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.#T3##SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Murhaa trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Murhaa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Murhaa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now.
Murhaa trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murhaa pushing down on Lawrence's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lawrence wants to sweep but Murhaa has passed to side control!
Lawrence is trying to escape the position but Murhaa is controlling the position. #T4#
Murhaa wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence wants to control but Murhaa postures up.
Lawrence is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Murhaa off and has taken his back!
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence struggling to land strikes to the head as Murhaa covers up.
Lawrence thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Murhaa trying to control the action but Lawrence just sinks the hooks in.
Lawrence throwing sloppy strikes.
Lawrence is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Lawrence gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Lawrence gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Lawrence apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Murhaa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Donk. Murhaa catches Lawrence right on the button with a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence scores with the left hand. Murhaa knows he should have avoided that one.
Murhaa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Murhaa misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Murhaa on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ispa Murhaa is winning the standup battle so far.
Murhaa lands a jab to Lawrence's midsection.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhaa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Good shot there by Murhaa.
Murhaa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Murhaa stuffs the takedown.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhaa. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murhaa throws out the jab.
Lawrence misses with a looping left.
A big right from Murhaa misses. #T1#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Murhaa shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ispa Murhaa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Murhaa sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Murhaa lands an overhand right.#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Murhaa tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Murhaa makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Murhaa.
Murhaa is trying to control the position but Lawrence postures up.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Murhaa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Murhaa is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Murhaa is aware though and is defending well.
Murhaa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2##SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Murhaa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Murhaa stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Murhaa shows good takedown defense.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhaa scores with a nice right hand.
Murhaa uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Murhaa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jab, jab by Murhaa - just one landing.
Murhaa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Murhaa circles away easily
and Murhaa counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawrence thinking.
Murhaa connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lawrence's hands.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Murhaa moves out of range easily.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Murhaa defends it nicely.#T3#
Murhaa listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Murhaa is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Murhaa moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Murhaa avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
A nice leg kick from Murhaa, right into the meat of the thigh.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
The fighters circling - Murhaa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Murhaa on the side of the head.
Murhaa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a jab but it's blocked by Murhaa.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#KD#
Murhaa cracks Lawrence with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Lawrence looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Murhaa finish him?
#ROC#Lawrence is rocked!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Murhaa avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawrence is still on wobbly legs! Can Murhaa finish him?
Nice body punch from Murhaa.
BOOM! Murhaa lands a beautiful left hook that drops Lawrence. Lawrence tries to recover but Murhaa is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Lawrence lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ispa Murhaa!
Ispa Murhaa gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 881 Maluga vs. Namasuzuki
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
#R1#
Hill throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hill connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lawrence's hands.
Hill blocks a head kick by Lawrence.
Hill takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Lawrence escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence throws a head kick but Hill moves out of range.
Hill displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawrence.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Hill throws out a powerful jab.
Lawrence fails with the takedown.
Hill is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lawrence with a body shot.
Lawrence throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hill swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hill now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hill slips under a jab.#T1#
Lawrence misses with a body shot
and Hill counters with a nice uppercut.
Lawrence ducks right into an uppercut from Hill.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Hill avoids it well.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Lawrence gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hill to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hill wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence trying to control the position.
Hill passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hill landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2##SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hill pulls his head out easily.
Hill drops an elbow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Hill has control of the leg.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Hill drops an elbow to the side of Lawrence's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hill trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Hill has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hill is working away from the top position though.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Hill is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hill tries to pass to full mount but Lawrence defends it.
Hill wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence gets full guard.#SUB#
Hill got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hill has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Lawrence is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Hill rolls with it to try and escape but Lawrence cranks on the arm and Hill is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence made sure to mention his sponsor, KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview.
In defeat, Scott Hill stepped up to the mic, saying 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'. |
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Event:
SYN 873 Maluga vs. Babinski
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Mma throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mma misses with a wild combination.
Mma takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Mma ducks under and follows up with a left that Mma also avoids with ease.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Lawrence looks to land a left hand but Mma moved out of range nicely.
Mma connects with a jab.
Lawrence scores with a head kick.
#CL2#
Lawrence pushes Mma up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Mma manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mma slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Mma throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mma.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Mma.
We've been told by Mma's head coaches at 3Band MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lawrence slips under a jab.#T1#
Lawrence throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mma misses with a body kick.
Mma scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mma lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Lawrence feints and as Mma raises his hands in defense, Lawrence changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mma scrambles and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mma as he avoids it easily.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mma looks to score with a jab to the body but Lawrence is just out of range.
Jeff Mma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mma misses with a looping right.
Mma defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
Mma moves forwards but Lawrence connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2##TD2#
Lawrence scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Mma sneaks out the side door and pushes Lawrence away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Mma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Mma lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mma circles away quickly and effectively.
Mma appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mma misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lawrence.
Mma sneaks out the side door and pushes Lawrence away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mma. Mma obviously looking to wear him down.
#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mma napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Mma bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a one two! Mma had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mma avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Mma throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mma lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mma takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mma avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawrence connects with a single shot there.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Mma misses with a body shot.
Lawrence let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice jab there from Mma.
Mma throws a low kick, looking for Lawrence's leg but Lawrence calmly moves out of range.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws out a leg kick but Mma moves out of range and Lawrence only half commits.
Mma lands a nice looking body shot.
Lawrence connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Lawrence with a nice cross.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mma napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Mma bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Mma was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mma ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mma.#TD2#
Lawrence fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mma sprawls well initially but Lawrence persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Mma pushes Lawrence off and gets back to his feet.
Mma throws a body kick that misses.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence lands with a hook. Mma tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mma misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Mma lands a front kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Mma dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Mma tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence feints and then cracks Mma's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mma down.
Lawrence lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mma is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Mma feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Mma lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lawrence fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mma on the side of the head.
Mma lunges at Lawrence with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lawrence's hand.
Lawrence displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mma throws out the jab.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Mma ducks under and follows up with a left that Mma also avoids with ease.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mma sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mma misses the jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lawrence.
Lawrence tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mma swivels and escapes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mma throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Mma.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Mma keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
A big left from Mma misses.
Mma looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mma ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
Mma looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Mma avoids nicely.
Mma misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Mma. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mma.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Mma shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Lawrence moves out of range of the leg kick from Mma.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mma.
Mma tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lawrence is able to avoid easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mma throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mma.
#T2#
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mma.
The fighters circling - Mma throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Mma manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Lawrence has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Mma throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mma.
Mma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Mma slips a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Mma avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Lawrence lands a right hook to the body.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Mma.
As Mma backs off Lawrence throws a huge counter combo but Mma manages to avoid it all.
A punch lands to the side of Mma 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Mma throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Mma avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
Mma moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mma.
A little feinted left hand from Mma on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Mma shows good takedown defense.
Lawrence misses with a jab to the body
and Mma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mma avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mma moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mma loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Mma.
Mma scores with a spinning back kick!
Jeff Mma is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mma as he avoids it easily. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Mma with a series of wild strikes but Mma uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mma throws a right and a left that Lawrence avoids nicely.
Lawrence shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lawrence lands a really nice looking cross but Mma seems unphased.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mma scores with a body shot.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.
Lawrence misses with a straight right.
A left and a right from Mma both land. Nice combination.
Mma ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Mma misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mma throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Mma throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Mma dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Mma avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence scores with a sloppy right hand. Mma should have avoided that one.
Nice body kick from Mma.
Mma throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mma.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mma.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Mma ducks under and follows up with a left that Mma also avoids with ease.
Mma moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Mma appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mma jabs Lawrence to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lawrence takes a swing at Mma's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mma throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mma throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jab by Mma.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Mma.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Mma.
Mma takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Mma moves out of range easily.
Lawrence works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Mma moves out of range easily.
A big left from Mma misses.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Mma's head but Mma sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Mma sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mma keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jeff Mma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Mma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mma lands a jab to the nose.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mma. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mma throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence walks into a left hand. #T2#
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
Mma misses with a shot to the body
and Lawrence cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mma misses with a straight right.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mma defends it well.
Mma looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Mma throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Mma misses with a wild body shot.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawrence moves out of range as Mma strikes.
Lawrence is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lawrence shoots in and drives through. Mma sprawls well.
Mma blocks a head kick by Lawrence.
Mma looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Lawrence let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mma cracks Lawrence with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mma pushes Lawrence away with a front kick.#T3#
Mma throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lawrence.
Mma throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Lawrence takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Mma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mma.
Mma throws a body kick that misses #CL2#
and Lawrence counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mma has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lawrence fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Mma breaks from the clinch.
Lawrence takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Mma with a nice calf kick.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mma is trying to defend but Lawrence finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mma tries to kick Lawrence off but Lawrence keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4#
Lawrence content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mma's head.
Mma won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount.
Mma is looking to escape.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Mma's hands, connecting with Mma's forehead.
Jeff Mma overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mma wants to get back to his feet.#ES#
Mma kicks Lawrence off and gets back to his feet.
Mma lands with a good body shot.
Lawrence connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mma momentarily.
Lawrence sizes up Mma with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mma.
Mma throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jeff Mma is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mma stuffs the takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Mma showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mma, 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Mma!
Jeff Mma tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
John Lawrence was interviewed post fight and said 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 868 Deja Vu
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawrence shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Piano eats them both and turns towards Lawrence to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A big right from Lawrence misses.
Piano 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.
Lawrence lands with a straight right. Piano didn't see that one coming.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Piano avoids it well.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Piano .
Lawrence throws a sloppy head kick and Piano moves out of range easily.
Piano takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
Lawrence's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lawrence duly obliges.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot by Piano .
Lawrence throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Piano .
Rick Piano is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Lawrence lands the left hand.
Lawrence jabs Piano right on the nose. Piano blinks but takes it well.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Piano lands a body shot.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Piano stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawrence. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Piano was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rick Piano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt
and Piano counters with a head kick. That will keep Lawrence thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Piano staying out of range there.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by Piano .#T2#
Piano avoids a punch combination nicely.
It appears Piano was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Piano tries to sprawl but Lawrence drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lawrence is nestled in close to Piano , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Piano keeps working.
Piano wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T3#
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Piano wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Piano taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Piano dodges it nicely.
Piano moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Piano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence being controlled here momentarily.
Lawrence throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Lawrence trying to control but Piano is working from the bottom.
Piano avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence passes Piano 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Piano won't allow it.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Piano is working from the bottom.
Piano trying to control here.
Lawrence takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Lawrence manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Piano on his heels. He'll look to pass Piano 's guard now, I'm sure.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Piano blocks nicely.
Piano utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Piano working a defensive guard here.
Lawrence is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Piano works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Piano keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #T1#
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence slips nicely into half guard.
Lawrence seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Piano does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Piano 's head.
Lawrence missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Piano is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawrence.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Piano keeps working. #T2#
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence throwing shots but Piano is blocking nicely.
Lawrence trying to control the pace.
Piano wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Piano 's head.
Piano is trying is best to control the position here.
Piano blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence working Piano over with strikes.
Lawrence throwing shots but Piano is blocking nicely.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Piano 's head.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Piano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence trying to control the pace.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Piano keeps working.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Piano defending well though.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Piano 's head.
Piano keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Piano keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Piano won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
Piano won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Piano 's head.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence throwing shots but Piano is blocking nicely.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Piano 's hands, connecting with Piano 's forehead.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Piano doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence.
Lawrence is controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Piano walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Piano manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence scores with a head kick. Piano tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Piano avoids the head kick by Lawrence.
An attempted straight right counter from Piano misses the target.
Lawrence looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Piano looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Piano slips the punch.
Piano defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Piano manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rick Piano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.#T1#
Jab, jab by Lawrence - just one landing.
Piano takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
John Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Piano avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Piano continues to drive forward.
Piano is looking to counter with head kicks.
Piano misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Piano - that will leave a mark!
Lawrence has his takedown stuffed
and Piano counters with a body kick.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Piano counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice body kick from Piano .
Piano lands a body shot.
Rick Piano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Piano throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawrence tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Piano counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Lawrence moves into the clinch.#BC#
Piano breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown but Piano manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawrence's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lawrence tests Piano 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Piano steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a low kick.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
Lawrence tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Piano defends well and Lawrence ends up having to push Piano into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Piano was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Piano , looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Piano against the cage but Piano circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
John Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Piano counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawrence thinking.
Piano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Piano scores with a shot to the body.
Piano throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lawrence jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Piano sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lawrence just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromPiano .
Piano ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence swinging wildly here.
Piano throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Piano looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T4#
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Piano is looking to wear down Lawrence with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Piano .
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Piano misses the target.
Piano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lawrence! But no joy.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Piano looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lawrence swings for the body but Piano moves out of range.
Lawrence lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Piano leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Piano was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
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 Rick Piano .
Well Lawrence 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Lawrence!
John Lawrence made sure to mention his sponsor, KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview.
The defeated Rick Piano had this to say: 'I need more roids!'. |
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Event:
SYN 861 Babinski vs. Knox
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawrence throws a lazy head kick
and Filth cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Filth has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Filth throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
Filth throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Filth as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Filth is working away. #SUB#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura but Filth is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Filth manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Filth is keeping the position.#T1#
Lawrence trying to control but Filth is working from the bottom.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Filth is keeping the position for now.
Filth wants to stand up but Lawrence is controlling him.
Lawrence 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.
Filth preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #ES2#
Filth has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lawrence has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Filth stops a takedown attempt from Lawrence.
#T2##TD#
Lawrence ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lawrence no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Filth wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his posture from full guard.
Filth looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Filth can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Filth wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Filth passes into side control.
#SU2#
Filth stands up and beckons Lawrence to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Filth stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawrence. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
A big right from Filth misses.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T4##TD#
Lawrence drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Filth is working away.
Lawrence tries to advance to mount but Filth denies him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Filth manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Filth's thigh, looking to free his foot. Filth is holding on for now.
Filth wants to get back to his feet.
Filth has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Filth works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Filth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence prevents Filth from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence passes into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Filth defends it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Obama Filth will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Filth defends it nicely.
Lawrence shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Filth counters with a nice uppercut.
Filth uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Filth throws a fast counter high kick but Lawrence manages to duck under it in time.
Filth takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lawrence connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Filth connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lawrence momentarily.
Lawrence doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Filth slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Filth sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Lawrence drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Filth bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T1#
Lawrence doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Filth.
Lawrence fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lawrence sizes up Filth with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lawrence lands with an uppercut that bounces Filth off the cage and back into range.
Nice straight punches there by Filth. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Filth.
Filth missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Filth is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lawrence with a body shot.
Lawrence moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence fails to land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Filth scores with a jab to the head.
Filth 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.
Lawrence rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Filth counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Obama Filth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Filth uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lawrence has time to react.
Filth works Lawrence's body with a nice hook.
Nice straight punches there by Lawrence. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lawrence.
Filth misses with a right hand
and Lawrence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Filth.
Lawrence connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Filth ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Decent striking displayed by Filth there.
Filth throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Filth counters with a nice uppercut.
Filth throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Filth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.#TD#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lawrence wants to free his trapped foot but Filth is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Filth taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Filth has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence trying to control from Filth's half guard. Filth has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Filth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Obama Filth has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Filth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SU2#
Filth gets to his feet - Lawrence follows without any prompting. #T4#
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Filth scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Filth throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Filth moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Filth shows good takedown defense.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Filth.
Lawrence throws an off balance right hand
and Filth counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lawrence defending well as Filth loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence throws a jab when Filth was well out of range.
Filth slips under a jab.
Filth throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Filth has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses with a body shot
and Filth counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Filth avoids nicely.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Filth is just out of range.
Lawrence 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Obama Filth showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Filth thows a left - swing and a miss!
Filth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Filth.
Lawrence thows a leg kick but Filth checks it
and Filth counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Filth with a jab.
Filth tries to move into range but Lawrence moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Filth throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Filth lands a jab.
Lawrence scores with a sloppy right hand. Filth should have avoided that one.
Filth throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Filth scores with a jab.
Filth cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Filth but Filth pushes him off and we're back to square one.
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!
Lawrence lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Filth backs up against the cage.
#T1#
Filth scores with a nice strike.
Filth throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Filth scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Filth misses.
Obama Filth seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Filth scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lawrence tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Filth swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A cross from Filth lands.#TD#
Lawrence throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Filth tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lawrence is in Filth's guard.
Lawrence throws a strike but Filth rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Filth would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Filth stands up and waves to Lawrence to follow him. #T2#
Filth misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence takes a swing at Filth's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Filth throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
enabling Filth to counter with a crisp jab.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Filth is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Filth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Filth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence lands with a right hand.
Lawrence lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Filth moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Filth misses the shot to the body.
Filth paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3#
Filth swings widly with a right hand
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
Filth scores with a decent looking hook.
Lawrence lands a nice looking body shot.
Filth throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Filth slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Filth misses with a looping left.
Filth cracks Lawrence with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lawrence misses with a left hand
enabling Filth to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence scores with a three punch combo!
Lawrence misses with a shot to the body
and Filth counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Filth. That did some damage!
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Filth had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
The fighters circling - Filth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Filth counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Filth throws a big shot that misses.
Filth cracks Lawrence with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Lawrence tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Filth pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Lawrence is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Obama Filth!
After the fight, Obama Filth 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.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 852 Girard vs. Murhaa
Date: Nov 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Privilege misses with a straight right.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Privilege counters with a thumping low kick.
Privilege comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Privilege thinks about countering with a body kick.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Privilege clinches up against the cage.
Privilege working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Privilege tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow. #TD2#
Lawrence is trying to trip Privilege. He has hold of a leg but Privilege is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lawrence persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Privilege avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Privilege has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Privilege's legs - danger averted.
Privilege is adopting a defensive guard.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Privilege is keeping the position.
Lawrence is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Lawrence's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Privilege is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Privilege is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Privilege controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Privilege looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Privilege keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Privilege is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Privilege working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
Privilege controlling the position.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Privilege.
Privilege keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Privilege keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Privilege moves out of range.
Privilege smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Lawrence gets a double leg takedown into Privilege's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Privilege is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Privilege is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Privilege lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Privilege trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Privilege tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4##SUB2#
Lawrence has his foot on Privilege's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Privilege works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence controlling Privilege's posture. #SUB2#
Lawrence working for a triangle but Privilege defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Lawrence working for a triangle but Privilege defends it easily.
Privilege works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Privilege slips the punch.
Privilege lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lawrence scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence moves out of range of the body kick from Privilege.
Lawrence checks the leg kick nicely there.
Privilege 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.
Lawrence lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Privilege backs up against the cage.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Privilege's head but Privilege sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Nice jab there from Lawrence.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Privilege back to the cage. Lawrence follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T1#
Privilege defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Privilege on the side of the head.
Privilege moves out of range as Lawrence strikes.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lawrence lands with a straight right. Privilege didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawrence was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Privilege is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lawrence advances to mount.
Lawrence lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
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!
Lawrence trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Poor strikes thrown by Lawrence there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Lawrence looking to control but Privilege is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Privilege wants to hold on but Lawrence pushes him away.
Lawrence looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Privilege is looking to escape.
Privilege taking shots to the head.
Lawrence pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T3#
Privilege wants to control but Lawrence is having none of it.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lawrence cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Lawrence controlling his opponent.
Lawrence lands a nice shot to the head.
Lawrence throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Privilege because Lawrence loaded up on that one.
Privilege tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Lawrence unloading with bombs!
Lawrence landing strikes from the mount and Privilege is in trouble! #ROC2#Privilege is rocked!
Lawrence is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Oh Privilege is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence loads up with a big shot that hurts Privilege! He's pulled Lawrence in close but Lawrence has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Privilege survive? More strikes from Lawrence and Privilege is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). John Lawrence!
An out of breath and clearly excited John Lawrence thanked KOMBAT KLOTHING for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
SYN 845 Fall Brawl
Date: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Good exchange - Lawrence coming out on top.#CUT#It looks like Bagel Boss has been cut.
Some wild striking there from Lawrence.
Bagel Boss seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Boss was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Boss preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boss keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence won't allow Boss to get back to his feet.
Lawrence sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Boss being controlled here, momentarily. #ES2#
Boss is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
We've been hearing reports that Lawrence has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1##TD#
Lawrence decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Lawrence has his foot on Boss's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boss works his way back into a safe position though.
Boss stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Boss tries to stand but Lawrence is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
Boss stands and steps away. Lawrence gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boss moves away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Boss.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Lawrence scores with a takedown into Boss's guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Boss keeps moving. #T2#
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence throws a strike but Boss rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
#SU2#
Boss gets to his feet - Lawrence follows without any prompting.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Boss saw that one coming.
Boss looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch.
Lawrence dodges the punch combination from Boss.
Boss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Boss stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boss throws a sloppy head kick
and Lawrence counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
No joy there for Boss, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Boss bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Boss moves out of range.
Boss misses with a low kick.
Lawrence lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Boss lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lawrence throws a chopping leg kick but Boss manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Boss is out of range.
Boss's coach down at 3Band MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Boss's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Boss fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Boss walks into a stiff left hand from Lawrence.
Boss misses with a wild body shot.
Boss keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
A low kick from Boss is predictable there #TD#
and Lawrence counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lawrence.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Boss gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Boss would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4##SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Boss pushes his legs off easily.
Lawrence has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Boss is posturing up here but Lawrence has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Boss tries to roll out but it's too tight and Boss has to tap! Slick submission there by Lawrence!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, John Lawrence made sure he mentioned KOMBAT KLOTHING, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SYN 836 Po vs Hopkins
Date: Sep 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Boss misses with a double jab.
Lawrence looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Bagel Boss seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boss throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lawrence throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boss.
Boss thinks about countering with a head kick.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Boss ducks under and follows up with a left that Boss also avoids with ease.
Lawrence lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boss's sensitive parts.
Lawrence avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick.
As Boss backs off Lawrence throws a huge counter combo but Boss manages to avoid it all.
Boss tries to work over Lawrence's front leg with a kick but Lawrence checks it.
A swing and a miss from Boss.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Boss pinned against the cage. Boss gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boss leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lawrence throws a right hand that Boss ducks under and follows up with a left that Boss also avoids with ease.
Nice body punch from Boss.
Boss lands with a nice combination. Lawrence backs away looking to recover.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T1#
Lawrence throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence is looking to land body kicks.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boss.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Lawrence is looking to pass Boss's guard but actually Boss recovers to full guard.
Lawrence prevents Boss from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence postures up in Boss's guard and throws a big left but Boss blocks it.
Boss is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Boss has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Boss avoids the attempt from Lawrence to control.#T2##SU#
Boss is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Boss blocks a jab.
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!
Boss moves away from the strike by Lawrence. #TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Boss napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lawrence trying to control the position but Boss is working away.
Boss is trying to buck Lawrence off.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Boss is working away.
Boss is being controlled here. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Boss, who protects the arm well.
Boss defending against the ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Lawrence working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boss is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence is staying tight to Boss's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lawrence lands a decent elbow from side control.
Lawrence tries to advance to mount but can't.
Lawrence laying and praying for a moment but Boss takes advantage and regains half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Boss keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Boss is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence prevents Boss from standing back up.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but Boss defending well.
Lawrence wants to control but Boss is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lawrence connects with a nice short shot to Boss's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Boss misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Lawrence decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Boss's guard.
Boss keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Boss works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Boss is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence throwing strikes but missing.
Boss wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling the position.
Lawrence trying to control but Boss is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES#
Boss pushes Lawrence off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Boss moves out of range.
Bagel Boss is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
#T1#
Boss throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Boss misses with a jab to the body
and Lawrence cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boss feints and then cracks Lawrence's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lawrence down.
Lawrence throws a low kick but Boss avoids it.
Lawrence takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Boss throws a combination that misses
letting Lawrence counter with a right hand.
We've been told by Boss's head coaches at 3Band MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lawrence shoots for a takedown but Boss saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Boss connects with a body shot that sends Lawrence's belly button to the back.
Boss fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence wants to counter the offense by Boss and move into the clinch position.
Boss looks to land a combination. Lawrence sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boss misses with a leg kick.
Lawrence looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A big right from Boss misses.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Boss.#T2#
Boss pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lawrence dodges the punch combination from Boss.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Boss saw that one coming.#TD2#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Boss was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lawrence is pushing down on Boss's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boss is fighting to maintain full guard but Lawrence has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Boss dodges it nicely.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boss keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boss avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Boss wants to get back to his feet.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Boss won't allow it. #T3##SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Boss is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage. #ES#
Boss has one foot on Lawrence's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Lawrence cracks Boss with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Boss misses the jab.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Boss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence misses with a head kick.
Boss throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
Boss throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A shot to the liver by Boss. Beautiful body shot.
A punch combination from Lawrence misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Boss.
Lawrence looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bagel Boss is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Lawrence scores with a hook.
Boss lands a head kick. Lawrence smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lawrence turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Boss throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence throws a counter combo.
Boss ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Boss looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Lawrence connects with an inside leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Lawrence closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lawrence misses with a body punch.
Lawrence wants to take the fight to the mat but Boss manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lawrence works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#TD2#
Lawrence gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Boss regains guard.
Boss uses the cage to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boss throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but Boss sees it coming and moves out of range.
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 Bagel Boss will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Boss.
Lawrence tries to move into range but Boss moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boss takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Boss ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence slips a jab from Boss.
Boss looks to land a combination but Lawrence avoids it well.
Boss throws a sloppy head kick and Lawrence moves out of range easily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lawrence!
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Boss.
Boss fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
A head kick from Boss lands but Lawrence takes it in his stride.
Boss moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Boss did well to prevent Lawrence getting side control.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence stalling away here and it's allowed Boss to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Boss keeps moving.
Boss wants to stand and escape but Lawrence is having none of it. #T1#
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Boss keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawrence accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boss swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence forces his way into half guard.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Boss is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boss avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
Boss is trying to stand.
Boss is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Boss is defending well.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Boss won't allow it.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Boss's head. #T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
Boss is trying to stand.
Boss has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Boss is working away.
Boss keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Boss is trying to stand.
Lawrence wants to pass to mount but Boss is defending the position.
Lawrence scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4#
Boss is looking to escape.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boss defends it well.
Lawrence seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lawrence is pressing down on Boss's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boss is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boss looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lawrence 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
SYN 825 Reilly vs. Mfer
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Donk. Lawrence catches Winston right on the button with a cross.#TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Winston quickly recovers to half guard.
Winston tries to roll over but Lawrence keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Winston defends it well.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Winston is having none of it.
Winston taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard.
Lawrence works his foot free and advances to mount.
Winston manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Lawrence working over Winston with some ground and pound. Winston looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Winston is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rabid Dog , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Winston is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lawrence's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lawrence's back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Winston connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Lawrence to escape the position.
Lawrence is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lawrence grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. #T1#
Winston throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Lawrence!
Lawrence is trying to break free.
Lawrence is covering up but some of the strikes from Winston are getting through and doing damage.
Lawrence tries to escape but Winston has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Winston scores with strikes from the back.
Winston gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Winston. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Lawrence is covering up but some of the strikes from Winston are getting through and doing damage.
Lawrence breaks Winston's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB#
Winston has his foot on Lawrence's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lawrence works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.
Winston lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Winston makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Winston postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Winston controls from within his opponent's guard.
Winston preventing the sweep.
Winston scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Winston controlling him for the moment.
Winston landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Winston's guard. #REVB#
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Winston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Winston can't keep his opponent in guard - Lawrence advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Winston is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily.
Winston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Winston looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lawrence is trying to control. Winston wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lawrence is pressing down on Winston's thigh, looking to free his foot. Winston is holding on for now.
Lawrence wants to take a breather but Winston is having none of it.
Lawrence might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Winston haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Winston's hands, connecting with Winston's forehead.#SUB#
Winston looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Winston wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Winston with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Winston is looking to improve his position.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Winston's hands, connecting with Winston's forehead.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Winston wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Winston keeps working.
Lawrence is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Winston!
Lawrence trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Winston regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Winston slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Lawrence shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Lawrence throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Winston tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lawrence is in Winston's guard.#SUB#
Winston had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Winston.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Winston keeps moving.
Lawrence lands a couple of digs.
Lawrence keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Winston's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Winston working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence passes Winston's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Winston has hold of Lawrence's hands but Lawrence slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1#
Winston won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount. #SUB#
Winston actively working from the bottom here.
Winston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lawrence slips a nice elbow through Winston's hands, connecting with Winston's forehead.#ROC2#Winston is rocked!
Lawrence is keen to just control but Winston is a slippery customer.
Lawrence works his foot free and advances to mount.
Lawrence with the ground and pound from mount.
Oh Winston is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawrence putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Lawrence controlling from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lawrence cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#T2#
Winston is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Winston regains half guard.
Lawrence drops an elbow to the side of Winston's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Winston slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Winston had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.
Winston wants to improve his position but instead Lawrence has moved into half guard.
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Lawrence is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Winston has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Lawrence. Oh but Winston has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Lawrence goes limp - he's gone! Winston jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Harry Winston!
Harry Winston gave a mention to Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
SYN 814 Maluga vs. McNasty
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Fujiwara throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Lawrence counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lawrence.
Fujiwara tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Fujiwara working a defensive guard here.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawrence works over Fujiwara with some ground and pound from guard.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fujiwara is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fujiwara looking for a sweep. Not yet Fujiwara, not yet.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Fujiwara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fujiwara is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Fujiwara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Lawrence postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Lawrence stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Fujiwara has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Lawrence manages to get his head free but now Fujiwara has transitioned to an armbar! Lawrence grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Fujiwara! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yoshi Fujiwara!
Yoshi Fujiwara gave a mention to Pit Bull Development in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
John Lawrence was interviewed post fight and said 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
ALPHA-1: Thunder Down Under II
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawrence lands a lovely overhand right.
Terranova slips under a jab from Lawrence.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Ciro Terranova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Terranova avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Terranova looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence throws out a counter right but Terranova avoids it with no problem.
Terranova scores with a three punch combo!
Terranova fails to land with a series of punches.
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Terranova loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
Terranova is looking to score with low kicks.
Terranova slips a jab from Lawrence.
Terranova swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Terranova lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lawrence connects with a good right hand that stumbles Terranova. Terranova circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Terranova misses with a body punch
and Lawrence counters with a stiff right hand.
Terranova misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Terranova avoids it easily.
Good leg kick by Terranova.
Terranova throws a poor cross that misses
and Lawrence makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Terranova throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Terranova moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a low kick but it's checked well by Terranova.#T1#
Lawrence is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lawrence checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lawrence moves out of range as Terranova strikes.#TD2#
Lawrence looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Terranova manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Terranova throws a solid leg kick but Lawrence takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Terranova.
Terranova avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
#CL2#
Lawrence pushes Terranova up against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lawrence keeps control of Terranova as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lawrence keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Terranova's efforts to push away.
Lawrence lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Terranova pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence checks the leg kick.
Terranova misses with a low kick as Lawrence jumps back.#T2#
Terranova turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Terranova.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Terranova was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Terranova uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Lawrence connects with a solid leg kick.
Lawrence throws a chopping leg kick but Terranova manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lawrence lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A head kick misses from Terranova.
Terranova looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Terranova scores with a hook to the body. Lawrence takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Terranova uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Terranova works over Lawrence's head and body with a nice combination.
Terranova drops his hands momentarily and Lawrence takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Terranova bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Terranova avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T3#
Lawrence misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Terranova.
Terranova walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
Terranova with the inside leg kick.
Terranova lands with a thumping leg kick.
Terranova throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Terranova.
Terranova bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lawrence's head backwards.
Terranova uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Lawrence connects with a crisp jab.
Ciro Terranova is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Terranova uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lawrence.
Terranova scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut.
Terranova misses with a hook
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Terranova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Terranova throws a leg kick that misses. #T4#
Lawrence is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lawrence misses with a low kick.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Terranova sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Terranova had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
A telegraphed right hand from Terranova misses the target.
Lawrence now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Terranova tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence scores with a nice strike.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
Lawrence defending well as Terranova loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence shoots in but Terranova avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Terranova scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Terranova on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Terranova thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Terranova misses with a hook
and Lawrence counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Terranova sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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 Ciro Terranova will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lawrence sizes up Terranova with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A leg kick checked by Lawrence.
Lawrence takes a swing at Terranova's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Terranova misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Terranova is just out of range.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Terranova.
Terranova fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lawrence checks it well.
Terranova throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A looping hook to the body misses from Terranova. Lawrence does a little dance to reset his feet.
Terranova's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Terranova duly obliges.
Lawrence lands a nice looking body shot.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Terranova pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Terranova looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Terranova throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Terranova has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Terranova avoids a kick to the body.
#T1#
Terranova slips a straight right by Lawrence.
Terranova will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence unleashes a big counter combination but Terranova bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Terranova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Terranova ducks down to avoid it.
Terranova misses with a leg kick
and Lawrence counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Terranova smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Terranova throws a low kick, looking for Lawrence's leg but Lawrence calmly moves out of range.
Lawrence lands with a shot to the body.
Terranova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Terranova.
Terranova moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Terranova with a nice calf kick.
Terranova checks the leg kick.
Terranova feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Terranova.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Terranova fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence misses the jab.#T2#
Lawrence scores with a three punch combo!
Terranova throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Terranova fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Terranova just misses with a punch to the body.
Terranova dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lawrence. That did some damage!
Lawrence walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Terranova.
Lawrence clobbers Terranova with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Terranova throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Lawrence appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Terranova throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Terranova.
Lawrence checks a low kick from Terranova.
Terranova cracks Lawrence with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Terranova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Lawrence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Terranova.
Lawrence throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Terranova throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Lawrence swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Terranova.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Terranova throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Terranova avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence lands a jab.
Terranova works over Lawrence's head and body with a nice combination.
Terranova slips under a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Terranova moves away.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
A nice leg kick from Terranova, right into the meat of the thigh.
Terranova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Terranova misses with the combination.
A little jabbing left from Lawrence on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence scores with a one two! Terranova had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A lazy left from Terranova finds it's target.
Terranova scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Lawrence misses.
It looked like Terranova wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Terranova ducks down to avoid it.
Terranova moves out of range as Lawrence throws a body kick.
Lawrence throws a jab when Terranova was well out of range.
Terranova keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Terranova. Terranova obviously looking to wear him down.
Terranova lands a head shot.
Lawrence defending well as Terranova loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence connects with a single shot there.
Lawrence is looking to clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Lawrence blocks the leg kick.
Lawrence takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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 Ciro Terranova will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Terranova throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Terranova.
Lawrence cracks Terranova with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Terranova misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Lawrence counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lawrence. #BC2#
Lawrence manages to break the clinch.
Terranova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lawrence, as that shot connected.
Terranova throws a sloppy head kick and Lawrence moves out of range easily.
Terranova walks into a left hand.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Terranova scoring well with a low kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Terranova moves away.
Lawrence throws a lazy right hand but Terranova sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence misses with the combination.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Terranova had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Terranova lands a really nice looking cross but Lawrence seems unphased.
Terranova walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Terranova looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Terranova is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Terranova throws a body punch but Lawrence moves out of range.
Terranova scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lawrence takes a swing at Terranova's ribcage but misses.
Good work by Terranova as he checks the leg kick.
Good work by Lawrence as he checks the leg kick.
Terranova fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ciro Terranova is winning the standup battle so far.
Terranova misses with a wild combination.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Lawrence looks to move away, Terranova throws a big counter combo but Lawrence just gets out of the way.
Lawrence tries to land a leg kick but Terranova saw it coming and moves away.
A good leg kick by Terranova.
Lawrence throws a lazy right hand but Terranova sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence blocks a head kick by Terranova.
Terranova throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lawrence on the side of the head.
Good work by Terranova as he checks the leg kick.#T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Terranova!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Terranova scores with a nice strike.
A telegraphed right hand from Terranova misses the target.
Terranova sets himself, and Lawrence steps forward looking for the clinch! Terranova avoids it this time.
Terranova cracks a nice hook into Lawrence's ribs.
Terranova lands with a cross.
Terranova bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Terranova gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lawrence thuds a left hand into Terranova's body.
Lawrence lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Terranova fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Terranova throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Terranova scores with a nice head shot.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Terranova lands with a cross.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Terranova.#T3#
Terranova throws a jab but it's blocked by Lawrence.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Terranova looks to throw the jab but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Terranova.
Lawrence moves away from the strike by Terranova.
Nice body kick there by Terranova.
Terranova takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Terranova wants to land a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence slips a jab and a cross from Terranova.
Terranova throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lawrence counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lawrence defending well as Terranova loads up on a big left hand.
Terranova misses with a kick to the body.
Terranova 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.
Lawrence moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4#
Terranova throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence moves out of range of the strikes.
Ciro Terranova is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lawrence lands a jab.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Terranova's guard.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Terranova avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence trying to control but Terranova is working from the bottom.
Terranova is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Terranova wants to stand and escape but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Terranova blocks nicely.
Terranova wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to John Lawrence.
I think Terranova 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 29:30
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:28
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ciro Terranova!
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
ALPHA-1: Unbreakable
Date: Apr 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawrence dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Arteta. That did some damage!
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Arteta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
A left lands for Arteta.
We've been told by Arteta's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Arteta finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Arteta fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
Lawrence is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Arteta.
Arteta throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lawrence.
Arteta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Lawrence was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Arteta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lawrence throws a jab when Arteta was well out of range.#TD2#
Lawrence feints and as Arteta raises his hands in defense, Lawrence changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Arteta keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Arteta holds on and takes a little breather.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arteta is keeping the position for now.
Arteta avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up and lands a big shot to Arteta's brow.
Arteta is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T1#
Arteta is trying to control the action in half guard but Lawrence is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Arteta is controlling well.
Arteta tries to pass to full mount but Lawrence defends it.
Lawrence gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Arteta defends it easily.
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
Arteta sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Lawrence pushes a forearm under Arteta's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Arteta is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
An out of breath John Lawrence thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
KOM Middleweights Semi Finals
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Dean steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence stalks Dean and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dean's face. Dean staggers backwards, shaken.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Dean wants to counter the offense by Lawrence and move into the clinch position.
We've been hearing reports that Lawrence has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Dean's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lawrence connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dean scrambles back to his feet.
Dean misses with a looping left.
Dean ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dean misses with a low kick.
Dean staying out of range there.
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Lawrence is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dean's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dean is trying to stand back up but Lawrence is controlling him
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence stops Dean from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence lands with a punch from half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dean is refusing to be controlled, as Lawrence sits in half guard. #T1#
Lawrence is nestled in close to Dean, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dean with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dean is trying to stand back up but Lawrence is controlling him
Lawrence is keen to just control but Dean is a slippery customer.
Dean is trying to stand back up but Lawrence is controlling him
#SUB#
Dean is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Lawrence has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Dean is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
MMMA Kings of Madness 8(MW)
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Mamba.
Mamba misses with a wild combination.
Mamba misses the jab.
Mamba looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mamba connects with a right hand. Lawrence shakes it off.
Mamba throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lawrence counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Mamba counters with a two punch combo.
Lawrence fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lawrence.
Lawrence lands with a shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Mamba counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mamba throws the kick towards the body but Lawrence avoids it.
Mamba moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#It looks like Black Mamba has been cut.
Lawrence throws a lazy uppercut
and Mamba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mamba sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a front kick aimed at Mamba's knee but Mamba avoids it well.
Despite the aggression on Mamba's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Mamba uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice shot lands for Mamba.
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Mamba's defenses.
Decent striking displayed by Mamba there.
Lawrence throws a hook but Mamba blocks it.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Mamba checks a leg kick nicely.
Mamba uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lawrence.
Lawrence's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mamba connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lawrence scrambles back to his feet.
Mamba is looking to slow Lawrence down with leg kicks.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Mamba.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mamba.
A head kick misses from Lawrence.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mamba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mamba ducks right into an uppercut from Lawrence. #T2#
Mamba attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mamba has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mamba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mamba avoids a kick to the body.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Mamba counters with a good low kick that Lawrence was not able to check.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Mamba.
Mamba misses with a series of wild punches.
A nice leg kick from Mamba, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mamba paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a double jab.
Mamba misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mamba works over Lawrence's head and body with a nice combination.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Lawrence chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T3#
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mamba motions for Lawrence to come forward. Mamba throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Lawrence 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mamba stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lawrence.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice takedown defense from Mamba. No joy for Lawrence on that attempt.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mamba moves away.
Mamba looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mamba throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Mamba counter with a right hand. #TD#
Lawrence fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mamba to the ground. Lawrence is now in Mamba's guard.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence stands up over Mamba, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence throws an elbow that misses. Mamba uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lawrence's guard. Nice move by Mamba!#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mamba being controlled here momentarily.
Mamba with a nice head shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Mamba controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lawrence has an active guard here but Mamba has managed to pass into half guard.
Mamba controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Mamba dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Black Mamba's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Mamba bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mamba throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the head.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mamba was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Mamba's defenses.
Lawrence lands with a straight right. Mamba didn't see that one coming.
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mamba sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mamba tries a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence is wise to it.
Mamba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Mamba jabs Lawrence to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mamba throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mamba misses with a straight right.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence fails with the takedown.
Lawrence tries to move into range but Mamba moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mamba lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Mamba counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Lawrence motions for Mamba to come forward. Lawrence throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lawrence seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lawrence wants to land a leg kick but Mamba is out of range.
Lawrence stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mamba.
Mamba throws a poor cross that misses
and Mamba takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mamba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mamba moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mamba.
Mamba fakes the leg kick and cracks Lawrence in the body.
Black Mamba is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mamba takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A big right from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence throws a combination that misses
and Mamba counters with a three punch combo that has Lawrence backing up. Lawrence nods at Mamba to acknowledge the strikes.
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 Lawrence misses its intended target.
Some bone on bone action there as Lawrence checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T2#
Lawrence stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mamba.
Lawrence misses with a jab, cross combination.
#TD#
Mamba gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lawrence to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mamba has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lawrence has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Mamba wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Mamba manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mamba takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Mamba lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lawrence takes a step back to recover.
Mamba just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence throws a shot from downtown. Mamba moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence shoots in but Mamba avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Mamba scores with a body shot.
Mamba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lawrence has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lawrence there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mamba misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mamba checks it well.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Mamba avoids it well.
Mamba unleashes a big counter combination but Lawrence bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lawrence tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mamba moves away.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Mamba's head but Mamba sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Black Mamba seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mamba scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mamba finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mamba manages to avoid it.
Lawrence sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T4#
Mamba throws a chopping leg kick but Lawrence manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
An attempted straight right counter from Lawrence misses the target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mamba.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mamba fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Mamba throws a good cross that connects.
Mamba scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lawrence.
Mamba stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lawrence uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mamba has time to react.
Lawrence has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lawrence there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mamba digs a good body shot into Lawrence's ribs.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Mamba throws a head kick that misses.
Mamba loads up on a big right hand but Lawrence slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Lawrence 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.
Mamba keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Mamba trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Mamba showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Black Mamba's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Mamba throws a wild body kick that Lawrence sees coming a mile off.
Mamba fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lawrence is out of range.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Mamba is just out of range.#TD#
Lawrence looking to score a takedown here. Mamba is defending well but Lawrence drives through and ends up in Mamba's guard.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Mamba has wrist control.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Mamba keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence advances to half guard.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mamba defending well though.
Lawrence wants to pass to mount but Mamba is defending the position. #T1#
Mamba trying to hold on to Lawrence's head to control him but Lawrence postures up.
#SUB#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mamba has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lawrence not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Mamba is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence wants to free his trapped foot but Mamba is holding on for dear life with his legs.
John Lawrence overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Mamba is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence wants to pass the guard but Mamba is defending well.
Lawrence thows a huge punch but Mamba dodges it nicely.
Lawrence with the ground and pound but Mamba uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Lawrence looking to sit in guard and control but Mamba gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Mamba preventing the sweep.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Mamba got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mamba has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.
Mamba is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence keeping full guard, as Mamba tries to pass.
Lawrence looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawrence, not yet.
Lawrence is trying to keep Mamba in close.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence has his hands on Mamba's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lawrence shoots for a double leg takedown but Mamba sprawls well. He's pushed Lawrence's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Mamba throws a big shot that misses.
Mamba throws a solid leg kick but Lawrence takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mamba.
Lawrence went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mamba connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lawrence's hands.
Lawrence misses with a hook
letting Mamba counter with a right hand.
Mamba tests Lawrence's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mamba ducks right into an uppercut from Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a hook
and Mamba counters with a stiff right hand.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Mamba sprawls well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Mamba counters with a three punch combo that has Lawrence backing up. Lawrence nods at Mamba to acknowledge the strikes.
Lawrence lands a head shot.
Mamba has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mamba was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lawrence postures up in Mamba's guard and throws a big left but Mamba blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Black Mamba.
I've got Mamba 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Black Mamba!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Black Mamba waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
MMMA Kings of Madness 2(MW)
Date: Jan 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Knox slaps away a takedown attempt from Lawrence, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lawrence pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knox moves forwards but Lawrence connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Knox bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lawrence 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.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Lawrence thumps Knox with a low kick.
Lawrence finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Knox connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Knox.
Knox throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lawrence drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Knox defends it well.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence scores with a jab. Knox acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lawrence sizes up Knox with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Lawrence wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A big left from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence has his takedown stuffed
and Knox counters with a thumping low kick.
Kappa Knox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence scores with a jab. Knox acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lawrence checks a low kick from Knox.#CL2#
Lawrence moves into the clinch successfully.
Lawrence works on Knox's body with a couple of short punches.#TD2#
Lawrence pulls guard effortlessly.
Knox postures up.
#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Knox sitting in guard here, content to control.
Knox has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle here but Knox uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#T2#
Lawrence tries to buck Knox off but Knox is having none of it.
Knox definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Knox controls the position.
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard.
Knox controlling from side mount.
Lawrence tries to bench press Knox off him but Knox keeps the position.
Knox tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lawrence's legs.
Knox working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Knox working away.
Lawrence gets back to half guard.
Knox looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Knox has control of the leg.
Lawrence regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #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.
Lawrence bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Knox's guard. #REVB#
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Knox preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
Knox 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.
Lawrence is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Knox blocks nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
That's time! Knox's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A jab from Lawrence does it's job there.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence has his takedown stuffed
and Knox makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#CL2#
Lawrence gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Knox prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC#
Knox pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lawrence finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Knox checks a leg kick.
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knox listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Knox throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence tries to work over Knox's front leg with a kick but Knox checks it.
Lawrence misses with a hook.
Knox 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.
Lawrence throws a leg kick which misses Knox's front leg but catches the back leg as Knox tries to avoid it.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence just manages to avoid it.
Lawrence misses with a leg kick
and Knox counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawrence's knee momentarily.
Knox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Decent striking displayed by Lawrence there.
Knox with the inside leg kick.
Lawrence moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Lawrence jabs Knox right on the nose. Knox blinks but takes it well.
Knox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Knox is looking to counter punch.
Lawrence jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Knox is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knox tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Knox takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
Lawrence moves into range and clinches up with Knox.
Lawrence is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Knox pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kappa Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Knox misses with a hook from the clinch.
Knox working aggressively here.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Knox walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Knox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lawrence.
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Knox.#T3#
Lawrence tests Knox's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lawrence moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Lawrence connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Knox is looking to counter with head kicks.
Lawrence misses with a lunging right hand
and Knox counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lawrence pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Knox takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice sprawl there from Knox as Lawrence shoots in.
Knox lands with a thumping leg kick.
Knox paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
A big left from Knox misses.
A left lands for Lawrence.#T4#
Knox leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knox misses with the body kick
and Lawrence counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence throws out a leg kick but Knox moves out of range and Lawrence only half commits.
A clash of legs there as Lawrence blocks the low kick.
Lawrence uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Knox throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Knox checks the leg kick.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence thuds his right hand into Knox's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Knox lands a slapping body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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. 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#
Knox takes one to the side of the head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Knox. Lawrence shrugs it off though.
Lawrence scores with a shot to the body.
Lawrence throws the left hand but Knox avoids the punch easily.
Knox cracks Lawrence with a good jab.
Lawrence takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lawrence looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Knox is fending him off so far but Lawrence persists. Nope, Knox circles away and we're back to standing.
Knox missing with a left hand there. Lawrence was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Knox.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick by Lawrence misses
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knox.
Knox throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Lawrence fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lawrence takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Knox appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Knox fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lawrence has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Knox blocks a jab.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Knox scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Knox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL2#
Lawrence moves into the clinch.#BC#
Knox breaks the clinch.
Knox jabs Lawrence right on the nose. Lawrence blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Lawrence clinches up against the cage.#T2#
Lawrence fails to pull guard.
Kappa Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Knox.
Knox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lawrence goes for a takedown attempt but Knox pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Knox ducked under it nicely.
Knox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knox misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
John Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Knox does it's job there.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Knox is looking for a counter combo.
Lawrence connects with a crisp jab.
Knox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Knox motions for Lawrence to come forward. Knox throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
John Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Knox comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawrence with the inside leg kick.
Knox lands with a straight right. Lawrence didn't see that one coming.#ROC#Lawrence is rocked!
A jab from Knox misses.
Knox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lawrence.
Lawrence moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence tries to work over Knox's front leg with a kick but Knox checks it.
Knox looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Knox throws a hook but Lawrence avoids it easily.
Lawrence changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Knox connects with a right hand. Lawrence shakes it off.
Lawrence misses with a leg kick.
Lawrence throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lawrence shoots in but Knox avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Lawrence has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Knox.
Kappa Knox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Lawrence darts in and clinches Knox up against the cage.
Knox lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knox lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but Knox forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Knox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Knox displaying some good clinch control by pressing Lawrence up against the cage.
Lawrence being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Knox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kappa Knox showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lawrence 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Lawrence!
John Lawrence 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.
The defeated Kappa Knox had this to say: '"If you haven't lost in this
sport, you haven't fought the right guys yet." (Matt Hughes)'. |
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Event:
TC 19 Mil $ GP vol 3.3
Date: Dec 19, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Savage drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
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.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Savage cracks Lawrence with a big elbow.
Savage throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Savage in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
Savage working the ground and pound.
Savage working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Lawrence tries to bench press Savage off him but Savage keeps the position.
Lawrence dodges the ground and pound from Savage.
Lawrence regains half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Savage looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lawrence with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence wants to control but Savage is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence is trying is best to control the position here.
Savage sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lawrence defending well though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Savage connects with a nice short shot to Lawrence's temple.
Savage thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence trying to hold on to Savage's head to control him but Savage postures up.
#T1#
Lawrence wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence blocking the ground and pound attempt from Savage.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Savage is controlling well.
Lawrence is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Savage's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Savage's back!
Lawrence has Savage flattened out and is raining down punches.
Savage is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Lawrence off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound. Can Savage escape?
Lawrence trying to control momentarily.
Lawrence has Savage flattened out and is raining down punches.
Savage looking very determined here, making life difficult for Lawrence.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lawrence looking for the choke but no joy.
Savage wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Lawrence looking for the choke but no joy.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Savage. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence controlling the position well here. Savage rolled but Lawrence kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Lawrence is punishing Savage with strikes - can he finish him?!
Lawrence is landing with strikes from the back.
Savage breaks Lawrence's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Savage stopping the sweep attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence controlling the position.
Lawrence looking to control.
Savage connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence has momentary wrist control but Savage slips an elbow through the middle.
Lawrence preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Savage preventing the sweep.
Savage working some strikes from top position.
Savage with a nice head shot there.
Lawrence 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.
Savage won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Savage lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Lawrence is controlling Savage's posture.
Lawrence continues to stall.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Savage pushes his legs off easily.
Lawrence working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Savage.
Savage working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Savage postures up.
Savage won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Savage with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Savage controlling him for the moment.
Savage loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Savage makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Savage.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Savage working some strikes from top position.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Savage postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
Savage gets to his feet and stands over Lawrence, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Lawrence felt that one! Savage unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Lawrence from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Macho Man Savage!
Macho Man Savage decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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TC 15 Mil $ GP vol 2.2
Date: Nov 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Lawrence feints and as Carnera raises his hands in defense, Lawrence changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Carnera manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Carnera is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Carnera misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Carnera breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Carnera tries to land a front kick but Lawrence steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence has a takedown stuffed.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lawrence!
Carnera has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lawrence lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Carnera has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Carnera and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lawrence needs to keep his hands up - Carnera had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence looks to land a right hand but Carnera moved out of range.
Lawrence throws a looping overhand right but Carnera ducks down to avoid it.
Lawrence misses the jab.
Carnera keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lawrence lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Carnera has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Carnera and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Carnera misses with a jab to the body
and Lawrence counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Lawrence dives in for a single leg takedown but Carnera sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Carnera misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence misses with a straight left.
Lawrence looks to land a combination but Carnera avoids it well.
Carnera pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Carnera tries to bum rush Lawrence with a series of wild strikes but Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lawrence avoids a punch combination nicely.
Carnera connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Carnera lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lawrence tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Carnera swivels and escapes.#T2#
Lawrence throws a right hand that Carnera ducks under and follows up with a left that Carnera also avoids with ease.
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!
Some wild striking there from Carnera.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Carnera digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
Lawrence throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Carnera connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Carnera getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A punch combination from Carnera misses.
Lawrence tries to counter with a takedown but Carnera is quick to defend against it.
Carnera needs to keep his hands up - Lawrence had a free shot at his head there.
Carnera throws a poor cross that misses
letting Lawrence counter with a right hand. #TD#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control.
Carnera wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence drags him back down.
Lawrence passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Carnera!
Lawrence postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Carnera looks a forlorn figure.
Lawrence sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T3#
Lawrence with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB#
Lawrence goes for an armbar but Carnera turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Carnera.
Lawrence controls Carnera momentarily but Carnera frees himself.
Carnera won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence wants to hit a sweep here but Carnera passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lawrence there! #T4#
Lawrence regains half guard.
Lawrence is trying to control but Carnera passes into side control!
Lawrence manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lawrence makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lawrence.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Carnera must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Carnera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lawrence is trying to keep Carnera in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mauro Carnera will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lawrence bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Carnera's head.#CUT#It looks like Mauro Carnera has been cut.
Carnera pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lawrence back to the cage. Carnera follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Carnera cracks a nice hook into Lawrence's ribs.
Carnera on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Carnera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Carnera.
Carnera misses with a leg kick
and Carnera takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence tries a low kick but Carnera avoids it.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Carnera connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence throws a body kick that misses
and Carnera counters with an outside leg kick.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Carnera's head but Carnera sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Carnera has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lawrence connects with a single shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice combination there by Carnera.
Lawrence tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Carnera swivels and escapes.
Lawrence uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Carnera.
Lawrence works Carnera's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Carnera slips a jab from Lawrence.
Mauro Carnera is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence fails with the takedown.
Lawrence fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Carnera misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a right hand to the body.
Lawrence throws a front kick aimed at Carnera's knee but Carnera avoids it well.
Carnera misses the shot to the body.
Carnera defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Carnera's corner calls for a 1-2. Carnera obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lawrence misses with a combination
and Carnera counters with a left to the body.
Carnera throws a body shot but no joy.
Carnera's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lawrence under the eye.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Carnera shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence throws a leg kick
and Carnera counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good work by Carnera as he checks the leg kick.
Lawrence dips to his left and cracks Carnera with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A low kick from Carnera misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lawrence throws a hook but Carnera blocks it.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Carnera's head but Carnera sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Carnera swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Carnera's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Carnera duly obliges.
Lawrence throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Carnera doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Carnera misses with an uppercut. Lawrence saw that one coming.
Lawrence shoots for a takedown but Carnera saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lawrence throws a right hand that misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sloppy strikes from Carnera. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Carnera only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Carnera fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.#T3#
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Carnera avoids them all with ease.
Carnera looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Carnera misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawrence.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lawrence. That's going to slow Carnera down.
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Carnera doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Carnera throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Carnera slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Carnera misses with an uppercut.
Lawrence takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lawrence slips under a jab.
Carnera throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Carnera throws a leg kick that misses.
Lawrence misses with a kick to the body.
Despite the aggression on Carnera's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lawrence misses with a two punch combination.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Carnera.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carnera dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Carnera if he has to take too many more of those.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Carnera avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Carnera continues to drive forward.
Lawrence walks into a left hand.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
and Carnera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Carnera sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lawrence comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawrence looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lawrence lunges at Carnera with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Carnera's hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lawrence misses with a body kick.
Mauro Carnera seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Lawrence wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Carnera fails to land with a series of punches.
Carnera displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mauro Carnera showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mauro Carnera's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Carnera misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence misses with a body shot.
Carnera lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lawrence comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawrence swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mauro Carnera is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Lawrence manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Carnera on his heels. He'll look to pass Carnera's guard now, I'm sure.
Lawrence missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Carnera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Carnera working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Carnera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Carnera is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Carnera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Carnera is looking to stand up but Lawrence isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Carnera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lawrence was well out of range. Poor timing from Carnera.
Carnera staying out of range there.
Lawrence shoots in but Carnera avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Carnera misses with a straight left.
Carnera takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Carnera throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Carnera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Carnera throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Carnera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Carnera ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Carnera tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Carnera misses with a few strikes there.
Lawrence throws a body kick that misses.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a takedown. Carnera tries to sprawl out of it but Lawrence keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Carnera manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Carnera scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Lawrence looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES2#
Carnera makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T3#
A solid body kick from Carnera.
A low kick from Lawrence misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence looks to land a left hand but Carnera moved out of range nicely.
Carnera scores with a shot to the body.
Carnera throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Carnera misses with a hook to the body
and Lawrence makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Carnera throws a body shot but no joy.
Carnera connects with a right hand. Lawrence shakes it off.
Carnera misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Carnera throws a right and a left that Lawrence avoids nicely.
Carnera takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab from Lawrence.
Mauro Carnera is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Lawrence swings widly with a right hand
and Carnera counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Carnera connects with a solid leg kick.
Carnera throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Lawrence on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Carnera chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence walks into a jab.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Carnera counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawrence's knee momentarily.
Carnera scores with a punch to the head.
Carnera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Carnera was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Carnera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence throws a big shot that misses.
Carnera throws out a counter right but Lawrence avoids it with no problem.
Carnera swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lawrence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Carnera.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mauro Carnera comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Carnera 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mauro Carnera!
A relieved looking Mauro Carnera thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
TC 12 Mil $ GP vol 1.2
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Rebenta scores with a takedown into Lawrence's guard.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rebenta is one step ahead there.
Rebenta wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Rebenta won't allow Lawrence to sweep him here.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence can't keep his opponent in guard - Rebenta advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Rebenta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence gets full guard.
Lawrence is trying to keep Rebenta in close.
Lawrence controlling the position.
Rebenta wants to control from the top but Lawrence keeps moving.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
Rebenta with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Rebenta postures up. #SUB#
Rebenta got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rebenta has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rebenta.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rebenta stays in close to Lawrence's body and controls the position.
Rebenta postures up and lands a big shot to Lawrence's brow.
Rebenta looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rebenta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Rebenta from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Lawrence pushes a forearm under Rebenta's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Rebenta is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
A very excited looking John Lawrence 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:
TC 8 Knock Out vs Phillips
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lawrence enables Savage to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lawrence manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Savage is looking to work some ground and pound but Lawrence has wrist control.
Savage postures up.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Savage manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Savage has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lawrence can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Savage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Savage looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Savage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Savage looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lawrence passes into side control.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Savage has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Savage is looking for a sweep.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Savage is working from the bottom.
Savage tries to buck Lawrence off but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence tries to move to mount but Savage blocks the move with his legs.
Lawrence looks up at the clock and then as Savage takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Lawrence smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Lawrence advances to mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Savage is trying desperately to improve position.
Lawrence pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Lawrence landing strikes, looking to finish!
Lawrence is in the full mount, landing strikes. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a guillotine from mount but Savage frees his head quite easily.
Lawrence in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#ROC2#Savage is rocked!#T2#
Lawrence wants to control the pace but Savage is squirming around nicely.
Savage really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Savage is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lawrence scoring with strikes but Savage is staying in there.
Oh Savage is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Savage is trying to escape the mount.
Savage seems to have got his legs back now.
Lawrence with a couple of short strikes.
Savage tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lawrence controlling his opponent.
Savage is squirming around, avoiding Lawrence's attempts to control the action.
Lawrence dominating with strikes here.
Savage can't escape the position.
Lawrence tries to control but Savage wriggling away. #T3#
Savage gets back to half guard.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lawrence lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Savage quite badly. Savage pulls Lawrence in close trying to recover. Lawrence postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Savage on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Savage doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TC 4: Sitsongrit vs Salvatore
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Good standup being displayed there by Lawrence as he connects with a hook.
Lawrence keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lawrence shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Grigorian blocks a jab.
Grigorian checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Lawrence closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Grigorian defending against the ground and pound.
Lawrence looks up at the clock and then as Grigorian takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Lawrence smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Grigorian is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Lawrence has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Lawrence connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Grigorian some visible discomfort.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Grigorian is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Grigorian avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lawrence.
Grigorian defending against the ground and pound.
Check out the look on Lawrence's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Lawrence tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Grigorian is working from the bottom.
Lawrence 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.#T1#
Grigorian is trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Grigorian takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Grigorian managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Lawrence.
Grigorian is looking for a sweep.
Lawrence is putting a hurting on Grigorian here, landing some big shots from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lawrence is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Grigorian is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Grigorian sneaks back into half guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Grigorian's thigh, looking to free his foot. Grigorian is holding on for now. #T2#
Grigorian is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence is nestled in close to Grigorian, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Grigorian is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Grigorian wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grigorian keeps working. #T3#
Lawrence looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Grigorian with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lawrence looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence is pressing down on Grigorian's thigh, looking to free his foot. Grigorian is holding on for now.
Lawrence throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lawrence working over Grigorian with some ground and pound. Grigorian looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Still in half guard, Lawrence seems content to control.
Lawrence working Grigorian over with strikes. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Grigorian doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence. #SUB#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Grigorian sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Grigorian keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Grigorian pushes Lawrence off looking to stand but Lawrence dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Grigorian doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence.
Lawrence not doing much here.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Grigorian's head.
Grigorian is trying to stand up here but Lawrence is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lawrence avoids the body shot from Grigorian.
Grigorian walks into a jab.
Grigorian sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A jab from Lawrence misses.
Lawrence misses with an uppercut. Grigorian saw that one coming.
Lawrence throws a low kick but Grigorian moves out of range easily.
Lawrence misses with a left hand
and Grigorian counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grigorian.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt - Grigorian sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grigorian.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grigorian throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Grigorian thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Grigorian manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Grigorian.#T1#
Grigorian lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lawrence scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lawrence walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Grigorian checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lawrence fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Grigorian is out of range.
A nice side step and Grigorian releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lawrence ducks right into an uppercut from Grigorian.
Grigorian throws a body kick that misses.
Nice straight punches there by Lawrence. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lawrence.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
Grigorian throws a hook to the side of Lawrence's head but Lawrence sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Grigorian to counter with a crisp jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grigorian fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence misses with a body punch
and Grigorian counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lawrence falls off balance throwing a combination
and Grigorian counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lawrence fails with the takedown
and Grigorian counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice jab there from Grigorian.
Grigorian throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence attempts a counter takedown but Grigorian avoids it well and moves away.
Grigorian tries a low kick but Lawrence avoids it.
Lawrence loads up on a big right hand but Grigorian slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Grigorian on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grigorian can do to turn this around?
A slow jab from Grigorian misses its intended target.
Lawrence sizes up Grigorian with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD#
Grigorian tries to sprawl but Lawrence drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Grigorian manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Lawrence keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Grigorian scores with a shot to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence is looking to control Grigorian's arms but Grigorian gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lawrence has his back to the cage.
A hook to the body from Grigorian.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Grigorian misses with a punch on the inside.
Grigorian pushes Lawrence back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3#
Grigorian lands a left hand.
Grigorian lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Grigorian gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Grigorian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
A short body shot lands from Grigorian as the two fighters clinch.
Grigorian scores with a shot to the side of Lawrence's head.
A body shot lands from Grigorian.
Grigorian cracks Lawrence with a nice body shot.
A short right from Grigorian on the inside.
Grigorian softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grigorian misses with a body punch.
Grigorian lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lawrence drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Grigorian working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Grigorian.
Grigorian working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Grigorian creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Razmig Grigorian seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grigorian. #T4#
Grigorian scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Lawrence is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Grigorian can't fight it off and eventually Lawrence manages to take the fight to the floor. Grigorian looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Grigorian has his feet on Lawrence's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Nice uppercut lands for Grigorian. That snapped Lawrence's head back.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Grigorian.
Grigorian scores with a nice strike.#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
Grigorian throws a shot from downtown. Lawrence moves away and avoids it.
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
and Grigorian counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Lawrence! He's just covering up as Grigorian starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Razmig Grigorian!
Razmig Grigorian decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
John Lawrence was interviewed post fight and said 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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Event:
JAG Rivalry
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Buriak walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lawrence throws a jab when Buriak was well out of range.
Buriak wants to counter the offense by Lawrence and move into the clinch position.#CL#
Lawrence pushes Buriak up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Lawrence drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle here but Buriak uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Lawrence has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Buriak in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Lawrence manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.
Buriak with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Buriak prevents Lawrence from improving his position.
Lawrence trying to control but Buriak postures up.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Buriak is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence is doing well to control the position and prevent Buriak from advancing to side control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Buriak is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Buriak is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Buriak keeps him under control.
Lawrence desperately trying to maintain half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Buriak drives through and clinches with Lawrence against the cage.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak has him pressed against the cage.
Buriak working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Buriak. #T3#
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Buriak walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A lazy left from Buriak finds it's target.#CL2#
Buriak has closed the distance and engaged Lawrence in a clinch.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak has him pressed against the cage.
Buriak lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Buriak fails to land.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Buriak walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Buriak closes the distance and clinches.
Buriak doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buriak lands with a right to the head.
Buriak misses with a body punch.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Buriak lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lawrence fails to pull guard.
A nice right hand lands inside from Buriak. #TD#
Lawrence pulls guard successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Buriak not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4##SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle here but Buriak uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buriak wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Buriak is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Lawrence looks to move to half guard but instead Buriak has passed into mount! Damn!
Lawrence tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dimitri Buriak dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Buriak tries to close the distance and clinch but Lawrence swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lawrence shoots in but Buriak avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lawrence circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lawrence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Buriak is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Lawrence misses the target.#CL2#
Buriak gets a clinch.
Lawrence jumps guard but Buriak stands there with Lawrence around his waist. Lawrence gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Buriak misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from Buriak.
A short left from Buriak.
Buriak lands a hook that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Lawrence tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buriak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Buriak misses with a punch on the inside.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Buriak misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Buriak to keep the fight standing.
Buriak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Buriak just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lawrence fails to pull guard.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but Buriak won't allow it.
Buriak lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Buriak lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Buriak lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak has him pressed against the cage.
Buriak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Buriak.
Buriak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawrences head.
Buriak cracks Lawrence with a nice body shot.
A body shot lands from Buriak.
Buriak scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Buriak - that landed with a thud.
A right hand to the body from Buriak.
A right handed body shot lands from Buriak.
#T2#
Buriak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Buriak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buriak cracks Lawrence with a nice body shot.
Dimitri Buriak seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Buriak lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Buriak lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lawrence blocks a body shot from Buriak.
Buriak misses with a body punch.
Buriak gets through Lawrence's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Buriak doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Buriak manages to get underhooks.
A short uppercut from Buriak.
Buriak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lawrence's elbow.
Buriak lands with a right to the head.
Buriak working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Buriak lands a right hand.
Buriak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Buriak has him pressed against the cage.
A short left from Buriak.
A short body shot lands from Buriak as the two fighters clinch.
#T3#
A short uppercut from Buriak.
Buriak lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Buriak - that landed with a thud.
Buriak misses with a hook to the ribs.
Buriak scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#Lawrence is rocked!
A left hand lands to the body for Buriak.
Oh Lawrence is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Buriak lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lawrence's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Buriak dips a shoulder and cracks Lawrence with a mighty uppercut! Lawrence falls back against the cage and Buriak unloads with a barrage of strikes! Lawrence is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Buriak screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dimitri Buriak!
Our winner, Dimitri Buriak, 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.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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JAG Plus
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lawrence connects with a jab.
Roach punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lawrence.
Lawrence shoots in and gets a takedown into Roach's guard.
Roach has his hands on Lawrence's head, controlling the position.
Roach is continuing to stall.
Roach keeping full guard, as Lawrence tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Roach is working away.
Lawrence controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lawrence working away.
Lawrence tries to move to mount but Roach blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Lawrence trying to control but Roach is having none of it.
Roach can't escape the position.
Lawrence fails to advance to Roach's back.
Lawrence is working for a guillotine from mount but Roach frees his head quite easily.
Lawrence working for a submission but Roach is keeping him at bay.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lawrence punishing his opponent with strikes.
Lawrence looking for a guillotine from mount but Roach is having none of it.
Lawrence unloading with bombs!
Lawrence looking to land elbow strikes but Roach uses the position to regain half guard.
Lawrence wants to advance to full mount but Roach doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Roach works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Roach really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lawrence. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lawrence loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Roach is keeping the position for now.
Lawrence advances position into side control!
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Roach keeps working.
Lawrence wants to control for a moment but Roach uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Lawrence trying to mount his opponent but Roach defends it.
Roach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawrence.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Roach defends the submission attempt.
Lawrence looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Roach is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence slows the pace down in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawrence lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
A swing and a miss from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawrence looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lawrence scores with a crisp jab that stopped Roach in his tracks.
Roach takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Roach gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage.
Roach flicks out a counter leg kick but Lawrence steps away.
Roach throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Lawrence as he checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roach rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lawrence moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice shot by Roach.
Good shot there by Roach.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Roach defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Roach on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Roach but Roach pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lawrence tries a head kick but it misses.
Lawrence throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lawrence misses with a shot to the body
and Roach connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but Roach gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the cage.
Roach throws a combination that misses
letting Lawrence counter with a right hand.
Roach walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lawrence checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lawrence connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lawrence with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Roach to score with a decent uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lawrence throws a hook to the side of Roach's head but Roach sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lawrence misses with a few strikes there.
As Lawrence backs off Roach throws a huge counter combo but Lawrence manages to avoid it all.
Lawrence tests Roach's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A combination from Roach does no damage.
Roach fails to land with a series of punches.
Lawrence is trying hard to land a takedown here. Roach sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Roach, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Roach against the cage but Roach circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Roach scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lawrence jabs Roach right on the nose. Roach blinks but takes it well.
Nice defenses there by Lawrence.
Roy Roach seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Roach jabs Lawrence to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lawrence throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Roach counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lawrence on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Roach misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Lawrence misses with a hook. Roach ducked under it nicely.
Roach misses with a two punch combination.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Roy Roach is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawrence avoids the head kick by Roach.
A punch combination from Roach misses.
Lawrence's jab looks to have found its range, popping Roach under the eye.
Lawrence cracks Roach with a good jab.
Lawrence throws a hook but Roach blocks it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roach scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Roach throws a head kick that misses.
Lawrence lands with a thumping leg kick.
Roach tries to bum rush Lawrence with a series of wild strikes but Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Roach swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Roach moves out of range as Lawrence strikes.
Roach on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Roach swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Roach blocks a jab.
Roach lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy Roach showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on John Lawrence's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Roach throws a lazy right hand but Lawrence sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lawrence drops down looking for a counter takedown but Roach sprawls and moves away.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roach was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
A shot to the liver by Lawrence. Beautiful body shot.
Roach lands with a shot to the body.
Roach shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lawrence eats them both and turns towards Roach to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
The fighters circling - Roach throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Roach tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Roach shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence slips a straight right by Roach.
A counter left hand to the body from Lawrence misses its target.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Roach to counter with a crisp jab.
Roach connects with a looping right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roach defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Roach cracks Lawrence with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Roach has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Lawrence to stand back up!
Lawrence is rocked!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lawrence leaves his chin hanging out and Roach seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Lawrence crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roy Roach!
Roy Roach managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Hot Spunk, into his post fight interview.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'. |
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JAG - Farewell, Camden
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Steele knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lawrence thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lawrence lands a nice forearm strike.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Steele is working away.
Lawrence throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Steele's coaches at Chris Leben KO Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Lawrence wants to control but Steele is keeping him busy. #T1##SUB2#
Lawrence goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Steele has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lawrence but great work by Steele.
Steele working away.
Steele controls the position.
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard.
Steele is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Lawrence is trying to control Steele's posture but Steele avoids it.
Lawrence tries to improve position but can't.
Steele takes a little break here. Lawrence wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Lawrence is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Steele just content to control the position.
Lawrence is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Steele off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Lawrence working for a choke but Steele reverses nicely into Lawrence 's guard.
Steele 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.
Lawrence looking to control.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Lawrence has an active guard here but Steele has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Steele is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lawrence keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Steele is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lawrence gets full guard.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Steele controls the pace.
Steele stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steele is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lawrence is trying to keep Steele in close.
Lawrence looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steele works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lawrence is trying to maintain the position but Steele is very close to passing his half guard.
Lawrence is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steele's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steele's back!#SUB2#
Lawrence working for the choke.
Steele holding both Lawrence 's hands and preventing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Steele is having to fend off submission attempts from Lawrence, who is looking to sink in the choke. Lawrence doesn't have the hooks in though and Steele manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
Steele passes Lawrence's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Lawrence thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steele keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lawrence.
Steele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steele misses with a looping right.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Steele.
Steele displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lawrence throws out the jab.
Lawrence scores with a jab. Steele acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Steele walks into a left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Lawrence misses the target.
Lawrence ducks under a wild hook from Steele.
Lawrence has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Steele is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Steele enables Lawrence to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Steele manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Steele looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lawrence postures up in Steele's guard and throws a big left but Steele blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving. #T1#
Steele looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard.
Lawrence is looking to pass into half guard but Steele pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Steele is in guard.#REVR#
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
Steele's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB2#
Lawrence had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Steele defends it easily.
Steele showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steele is one step ahead there.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Lawrence working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steele doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steele manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Steele tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
Steele not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Steele misses with a straight left.
Decent striking displayed by Lawrence there.
Lawrence moves forwards but Steele connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lawrence thuds his right hand into Steele's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lawrence cracks Steele with an open hand slap.
Lawrence throws a poor cross that misses
and Steele makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lawrence misses with a right hand
and Steele counters with a stiff right hand.
Stanley Steele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lawrence. Steele does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Steele.
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steele.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Steele dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Lawrence scores with a four punch combination!
Steele slips under a jab from Lawrence.
Lawrence missing with a left hand there. Steele was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Steele sprawls well.
Lawrence moves out of range as Steele strikes.
Steele punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
Lawrence looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence 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#
Lawrence lands with a cross.
Steele defending well as Lawrence loads up on a big left hand.
Lawrence takes a swing at Steele's ribcage but misses.
Steele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Steele with a jab.
Steele takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Steele.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage.
Steele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Steele uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steele digs a good hook to Lawrence's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Lawrence throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence swings for the body but Steele moves out of range.
Lawrence bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Steele's head backwards.
Steele avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1##CL#
Steele has Lawrence up against the cage in a clinch.
Steele with a knee to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.
Steele is working Lawrence over against the cage.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Steele scores with a knee to the head.
Steele is leaning against Lawrence and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Steele creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Steele lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lawrence backwards.
Steele landing knees to the head.
#ROC#
Lawrence is rocked!
Steele lands an uppercut.
Lawrence is still on wobbly legs! Can Steele finish him?
Steele scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Steele with the Thai clinch, moves his hips back and unleashes a brutal knee to the head! Lawrence drops to the mat in a crumpled heap! Huuuuuuge knee there! WOW!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Stanley Steele!
Our winner, Stanley Steele, 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.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
JAG Point vs Cole
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Lawrence catches Gianni with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gianni avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence scores with a body shot.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gianni was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Gianni was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gianni thumps Lawrence with a low kick.
Gianni uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lawrence.
Gianni takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lawrence checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Lawrence lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lawrence scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lawrence looks to throw the jab but Gianni is out of range.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gianni rather than just go for the knockout.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gianni manages to avoid it.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Donk. Lawrence catches Gianni right on the button with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gianni misses with a body kick. #T1#
Lawrence fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lawrence fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gianni looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gianni throws out a leg kick but Lawrence moves out of range and Gianni only half commits. #TD2#
Lawrence gets a takedown into half guard.
Lawrence looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Gianni is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gianni trying to control from the bottom.
Lawrence throwing shots but Gianni is blocking nicely.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Gianni is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
Gianni is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Gianni is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
Gianni taking some punishment here, with Lawrence in his half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gianni sees it coming and defends easily.
Lawrence missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lawrence landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Gianni is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily.
Gianni gets back to full guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gianni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence tries to free his leg and advance position but Gianni is retaining full guard. #T3#
Lawrence postures up.
Gianni wants to sweep here but Lawrence controlling him for the moment.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Gianni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Gianni has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Lawrence manages to control the position for a moment.
Lawrence bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gianni manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lawrence manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Gianni advances position into side control!#T4##SUB#
Gianni is trying to get an arm triangle but Lawrence is defending well.
Lawrence is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gianni wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is defending well.
Lawrence gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gianni gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawrence keeping full guard, as Gianni tries to pass.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gianni trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gianni gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence throws a right and a left that Gianni avoids nicely.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence lands with a hook. Gianni tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
John Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lawrence lands a jab to Gianni's midsection.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Gianni counters with a left to the body.
Lawrence misses with a looping right.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Gianni's body. Gianni takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A shot to the body from Lawrence misses
and Gianni counters with a straight right hand.
Lawrence scores with a nice right hand.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gianni swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Gianni misses with a low kick.
Lawrence throws a leg kick
and Gianni counters with a head kick. That will keep Lawrence thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Lawrence fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gianni was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gianni just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence throws out a counter right but Gianni avoids it with no problem.
Gianni blocks a leg kick.
Gianni tried to counter with a leg kick but Lawrence avoided it.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Gianni is just out of range.
Gianni swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gianni lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lawrence's sensitive parts.
A telegraphed right hand from Gianni misses the target. #TD2#
Lawrence scores with a takedown into Gianni's guard.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence passes Gianni's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Gianni moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Gianni working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lawrence forces his way into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence passes the guard and advances to mount!
Lawrence lands a big elbow. #SUB2#
Lawrence is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gianni to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gianni shrugs it off.
Lawrence wants to control the pace but Gianni is squirming around nicely.
Gianni is in a horrible position here. Lawrence smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Lawrence working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Lawrence working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Gianni tries to hold on but Lawrence postures up.
Gianni can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Lawrence goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gianni is on top in guard.
#SUB2#
Lawrence has his foot on Gianni's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gianni works his way back into a safe position though.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gianni trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence being controlled here, momentarily. #T4##SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gianni can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gianni trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
Gianni trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Lawrence not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gianni is pushing down on Lawrence's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawrence is fighting to maintain full guard but Gianni has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gianni trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Gianni is trying to work for a kimura but Lawrence is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Gianni's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Lawrence closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lawrence lands in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gianni is keeping the position for now.
Gianni controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gianni is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence is pushing down on Gianni's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gianni is fighting to maintain full guard but Lawrence has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Gianni is working from the bottom.
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1##SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gianni defends it well.
Lawrence trying to mount his opponent but Gianni defends it.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Gianni is looking to improve his position.
Gianni is working hard here to advance position.
Lawrence is trying to control the action in half guard but Gianni is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence is thwarting Gianni's attempts to control the position.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gianni is looking for a sweep. Lawrence is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lawrence seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gianni does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ramon Gianni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Gianni is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gianni keeps working.
Gianni wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
Lawrence prevents Gianni from improving his position.
Lawrence tries to pass to full mount but Gianni defends it.
Lawrence wants to control but Gianni is keeping him busy. #T3#
Lawrence moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gianni is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gianni is looking to reverse the position.
Lawrence lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Gianni down.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Gianni is working away.
Gianni is looking to reverse the position.
Lawrence trying to control the position but Gianni is working away.
Lawrence tries to advance to mount but Gianni denies him. #SUB2#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gianni, who protects the arm well.
Gianni tries to bench press Lawrence off him but Lawrence keeps the position. #T4#
Lawrence is putting a hurting on Gianni here, landing some big shots from side control.
Gianni tries to strike from the bottom but misses.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gianni has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lawrence is staying tight to Gianni's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gianni sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
John Lawrence is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gianni punching from the bottom.
Gianni is in trouble now - Lawrence has advanced to mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawrence cracks Gianni with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Gianni flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Lawrence comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lawrence 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 James Ackerman scores the fight for John Lawrence!
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for John Lawrence!
Judge James Atkins scores the fight for John Lawrence!
John Lawrence wins by unanimous decision!
After the big win, John Lawrence made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
FNF Carnage II
Date: Jan 24, 2020 |
#R1#
A jab from Lawrence finds it's way through Saric's defenses.
Lawrence avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Saric is having none of it.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Saric is just out of range.
Saric takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Valentin Saric seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saric throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lawrence sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lawrence throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A combination from Lawrence does no damage. #TD2#
Lawrence fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Saric sprawls well initially but Lawrence persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lawrence is thwarting Saric's attempts to control the position.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Saric is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lawrence is taking a breather. Saric says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be working for a kimura but Saric defends the submission attempt.
Saric gets full guard.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Saric is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Saric controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself. #SUB#
Saric looking for a guillotine here but Lawrence defends easily.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Saric not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Lawrence got a little sloppy there for a moment and Saric has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawrence has managed to get both his arms back between Saric's legs - danger averted.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Saric 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.
Lawrence chips away with some ground and pound.
Lawrence postures up.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Saric tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB#
Saric throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence trying to control but Saric is working from the bottom.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Saric can't keep his opponent in guard - Lawrence advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Saric is working from the bottom.
Saric wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
Saric won't allow Lawrence to pass to mount.
Saric is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but Saric defending well. #SUB#
Saric is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawrence pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Lawrence passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB2#
Lawrence is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Saric can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Lawrence lands a heavy elbow.
Saric tries to hold on but Lawrence postures up.
Saric sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Lawrence takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lawrence seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Saric is working away.
Saric wants to get back to full guard.
Lawrence uses his free foot to push down on Saric's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Saric.
Lawrence looking to control but Saric is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Saric is desperately trying to improve his position but Lawrence has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawrence postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Saric looks a forlorn figure.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Saric sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence trying to control the action but Saric is working from the bottom.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Saric doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawrence. #SUB#
Saric looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Saric is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
Lawrence winds up and cracks Saric with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Saric won't allow it.
Saric wants to improve his position but Lawrence is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Saric throws a big shot that misses.
Saric lands with a right hand.
Lawrence uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Saric looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence lands with a shot to the body.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence throws a wild body kick that Saric sees coming a mile off.
Saric half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Saric moves out of range.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Saric moves out of range.
A cross from Lawrence lands.
Lawrence fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saric manages to avoid it.
Saric shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lawrence pinned against the cage. Lawrence gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lawrence.
A jab from Saric does it's job there.#T1#
Saric scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lawrence lands with a good body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lawrence throws the kick towards the body but Saric avoids it.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence throws a good cross that connects.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Saric moves out of range.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saric scores with a jab to the body.
Saric takes a swing at Lawrence's ribcage but misses.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Saric moves out of range.
Saric tries to counter with a takedown but Lawrence is quick to defend against it.
Saric fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence throws a counter combo.
Lawrence tried to score with a low kick but Saric checks it.
Saric looks for a takedown but Lawrence sprawls well.
Lawrence throws out a loose jab but Saric uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lawrence swings for the body but Saric moves out of range.
#TD#
Saric closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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!
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence regains half guard.#T2#
Saric trying to mount his opponent but Lawrence defends it. #SUB#
Saric is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Saric will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Saric is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawrence doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Saric.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Saric is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Saric is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3#
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Saric wants to work for an arm triangle but Lawrence is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Saric pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Saric is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Saric is controlling well.
Lawrence is still trying to improve position.
Saric has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lawrence is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4##SUB#
Saric is working for a guillotine from mount but Lawrence frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Saric with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Lawrence tries to hold on but Saric postures up.#SUB#
Saric looking for a guillotine from mount but Lawrence is having none of it. #SUB#
Saric has control of Lawrence's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lawrence regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Lawrence tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Lawrence will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lawrence lands with a nice body punch.
John Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Saric connects with a nice looking jab.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Saric rather than just go for the knockout.
Saric lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Saric throws an overhand right that lands on Lawrence's shoulder, as Lawrence tries to avoid the shot.
Lawrence with the counter takedown but Saric avoids it easily.
Saric just misses with a punch to the body.
Saric throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Lawrence blocks a jab.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saric lands with a shot to the body.
Saric misses with an uppercut
and Lawrence counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Saric moves away from the strike by Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence is looking to land body kicks.
Saric throws a push kick but Lawrence slaps the foot to one side.
Lawrence looks to land a left hand but Saric moved out of range nicely.
Lawrence walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Saric checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Saric throws a series of punches but Lawrence avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Saric throws a big shot that misses.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saric.
Saric half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Saric misses with a looping left.
Lawrence scores with a hook to the body. Saric takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Saric throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it.
Saric with a jab.
Lawrence thuds his right hand into Saric's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lawrence ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Saric throws the left hand but Lawrence avoids the punch easily.
Saric lands a slapping body shot.
Saric misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saric.
Saric checks the leg kick nicely there.
Saric will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lawrence cracks Saric with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Valentin Saric has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saric.
Lawrence appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saric throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Saric on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Saric misses with a wild body shot.
Saric fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
And Lawrence tries to counter it with a takedown but Saric pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Saric swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Saric really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
No joy there for Lawrence, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Saric takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Saric avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Saric continues to drive forward.
Sloppy strikes from Saric. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saric connects with a single shot there.
Lawrence lands with a good body shot.
Lawrence misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Saric ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lawrence moves away.
Saric swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lawrence walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Saric scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence takes a swing at Saric's ribcage but misses.
Saric changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lawrence keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Saric closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lawrence gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lawrence is pressing down on Saric's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lawrence controls Saric momentarily but Saric frees himself.
Lawrence pulls Saric in close to prevent any damage.
Lawrence manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Saric manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Saric throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
John Lawrence is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Saric controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself. #SUB#
Saric had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawrence defends it easily.
Lawrence trying to control but Saric is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Saric working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawrence doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawrence manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
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 Valentin Saric.
Well Lawrence 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Lawrence!
John Lawrence gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Eternity 4
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Arundel leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Arundel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Arundel is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Arundel lands a nice looking body shot.
Arundel takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lawrence throws a sloppy body shot
and Arundel counters with a thumping low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lawrence looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Arundel was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lawrence just misses with a punch to the body.
Arundel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arundel scores with a sloppy right hand. Lawrence should have avoided that one.
Lawrence swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The fighters circling - Arundel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lawrence wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arundel.
#T1#
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Arundel's body. Arundel takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Arundel slips a jab and a cross from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a leg kick that is checked
and Arundel counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawrence's knee momentarily.
Lawrence cracks the inside of Arundel's front leg.
Arundel with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
Lawrence shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Arundel appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A big right from Arundel misses.
Good shot there by Lawrence.
Arundel attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lawrence tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arundel was well out of range. Poor timing from Lawrence.
Lawrence swings away with a body shot that misses
and Arundel counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lawrence lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Arundel at a distance.
Lawrence throws a series of punches but Arundel moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arundel throws a hook but Lawrence blocks it.
Arundel has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Arundel thuds his right hand into Lawrence's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Arundel rather than just go for the knockout.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
Lawrence tries to score a power double leg takedown but Arundel sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawrence somewhat.
Arundel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence just manages to avoid it.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arundel is looking to counter punch.
Arundel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lawrence misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Arundel avoids the body shot from Lawrence.
Lawrence fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Arundel looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Arundel, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Arundel against the cage but Arundel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Latrobe Arundel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Arundel lands a leg kick that knocks Lawrence off balance momentarily.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arundel moves away.
Arundel throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Sloppy strikes from Lawrence. Those never looked like landing.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but Arundel moved away.
Lawrence throws a jab when Arundel was well out of range.
Arundel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but Arundel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
As Lawrence looks to move away, Arundel throws a big counter combo but Lawrence just gets out of the way.
Arundel misses with a left hand
enabling Lawrence to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawrence lands a nice hook to Arundel's body. Arundel takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lawrence tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Arundel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Lawrence misses its intended target.
Lawrence with a lazy takedown attempt
and Arundel counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.
Lawrence throws a left and a right that both miss
and Arundel counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arundel moves away.
Lawrence tries to land a leg kick but Arundel saw it coming and moves away.
Arundel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawrence just manages to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lawrence looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Arundel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lawrence is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Arundel with a body shot.#T4#
Lawrence throws a leg kick
and Arundel counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Lawrence to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Arundel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Latrobe Arundel!
Latrobe Arundel retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Latrobe Arundel, 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.
The defeated John Lawrence had this to say: 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
Eternity 1: Origin Story
Date: Nov 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Alcala misses with a wild combination.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence misses with a low kick.
Lawrence throws a combination. Alcala tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Alcala looks to land a combination. Lawrence sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Alcala scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lawrence waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alcala.
Alcala fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawrence checks a leg kick.
Lawrence throws a body punch but Alcala moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alcala checks a low kick from Lawrence.
Lawrence throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lawrence throws a low kick, looking for Alcala's leg but Alcala calmly moves out of range.
Alcala misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and Lawrence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.#TD#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lawrence works his way into side control. #T1#
Alcala tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawrence wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lawrence moves into full mount!
Alcala is trying desperately to improve position.
Alcala has given up his back. Will we see Lawrence going for some submissions?
Lawrence has the hooks in. Alcala is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Lawrence trying to control.
Lawrence has the hooks in. Alcala is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T2##SUB#
Alcala fending off the submission attempt from Lawrence.
Lawrence has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Alcala.
Alcala is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Lawrence has the hooks in. Alcala is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Alcala knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Alcala for a finish.
Alcala is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Alcala prevents Lawrence from getting a body triangle.
Alcala is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Lawrence off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Lawrence is persistently looking for the submission but Alcala is defending it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alcala tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lawrence working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Alcala is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Lawrence has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Alcala taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John Lawrence!
Post fight, an emotional John Lawrence said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 98
Date: Nov 08, 2019 |
#R1#
Pines connects with the punch.
Lawrence tries to bum rush Pines with a series of wild strikes but Pines uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Pines is having none of it.
Pines punishes Lawrence's body with a nice straight punch.
Pines fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Pines looks to land a right hand but Lawrence moved out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lawrence misses the shot to the body.
Lawrence showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pines.
Pines keeps the fight on the outside.
Lawrence slips under a jab from Pines.
It looked like Lawrence was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Pines lands with a hook. Lawrence tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pines throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lawrence.
Pines swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
Lawrence ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Pines gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lawrence to score an easy takedown into full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence lands a couple of elbows.
Pines trying to control the position.
Lawrence looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Pines is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lawrence defends well.
Lawrence stopping the sweep attempt from Pines.
Pines manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lawrence manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pines throws a big elbow that misses.
Pines loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lawrence has momentary wrist control but Pines slips an elbow through the middle.
Pines lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawrence is on top in guard.
#REVR#
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.
Pines is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pines is trying to keep Lawrence in close.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Pines is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Lawrence postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lawrence passes into half guard.
Pines tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pines keeps working.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pines trying to control here.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pines tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg.
Lawrence moves into full mount! Pines won't be happy about that! #T3#
Lawrence trying to control but Pines is having none of it.
Pines tries to hold on but Lawrence pushes him away.
Lawrence wants to control the pace but Pines is squirming around nicely.
Lawrence fails to take his opponent's back.
Pines tries to hold on but Lawrence pushes him away.
Lawrence looking to finish Pines with some ground and pound. This is bad for Pines!
Lawrence working Pines over with strikes here.
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pines is looking to escape.
Pines tries to reverse the position but Lawrence maintains control.
Lawrence punishing his opponent with strikes.
Lawrence dominating with strikes here.#SUB#
Lawrence is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Pines is surviving well by controlling Lawrence's body position as best he can.
Pines is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4#
Lawrence lands with some strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pines really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lawrence is landing with some decent strikes but Pines is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC#
Pines is rocked!
A big strike lands for Lawrence! That's really hurt Pines and he's turned his back - Lawrence keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Lawrence jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 94
Date: Oct 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Karpo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Karpo sprawls well. Karpo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Lawrence throws a shot to the body.
Karpo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lawrence scores with a hook to the body. Karpo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lawrence staying out of range there.
Lawrence let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lawrence takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lawrence digs a good hook to Karpo's body.
Lawrence keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Karpo.
Lawrence scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Karpo doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karpo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Karpo misses with a straight right. #T1#
Karpo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lawrence fails to land the takedown.
Lawrence tries for a takedown but Karpo circles away easily
and Karpo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hannu Karpo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.
Lawrence throws the kick towards the body but Karpo avoids it.
Good exchange - Karpo coming out on top.
Hannu Karpo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karpo.
Lawrence is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Karpo rather than just go for the knockout.
Lawrence wants to clinch.
Karpo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawrence looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lawrence fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Karpo as Lawrence shoots in.#T2#
Lawrence tries to land a leg kick but Karpo saw it coming and moves away.
Karpo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Karpo appears to be looking for a big counter.
Lawrence connects with a looping right hand.
Karpo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Karpo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
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!
Lawrence throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Karpo throws a series of punches but Lawrence avoids them all with ease.
Lawrence throws a sloppy body shot
and Karpo counters with a straight right hand.
Lawrence looks to score with a jab to the body but Karpo is just out of range.
Lawrence throws a leg kick but Karpo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Karpo went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Karpo connects with a jab.
Lawrence feints a jab promting Karpo to slip. Lawrence then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Karpo slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A slow jab from Karpo misses its intended target.
Lawrence misses with a wild combination.
Karpo is looking to counter punch.
Lawrence ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Lawrence stuns Karpo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Karpo is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Karpo sprawls well.
A little feinted left hand from Karpo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lawrence misses with a hook
and Karpo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lawrence lands with a right hand.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Karpo digs a good body shot into Lawrence's ribs.
Karpo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence scores with a jab to the head.
Lawrence fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lawrence has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Karpo ducks under a wild hook from Lawrence.
Karpo throwing a counter right hand but Lawrence manages to avoid it.
Lawrence fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Karpo is out of range.
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Lawrence misses with a double jab
and Karpo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lawrence throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Karpo does it's job there.
Lawrence with a poor takedown
and Karpo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Lawrence looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Karpo!
Lawrence cracks Karpo with a big elbow.
Karpo tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Lawrence tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lawrence has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Karpo tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Karpo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Lawrence fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Karpo misses with a straight right.
Karpo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lawrence circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice body punch from Lawrence.
Karpo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lawrence to score with a decent uppercut.
Lawrence throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Karpo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Karpo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Karpo tries to buck Lawrence off but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence is chipping away with strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karpo is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lawrence thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence prevents Karpo from improving his position.#SUB#
Karpo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Lawrence working the head and body with strikes.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but Karpo defending well.
Karpo is looking to improve his position.
Karpo is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Lawrence is pressing down on Karpo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Karpo is holding on for now.
Karpo tries to get to full guard but Lawrence has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura here.
Karpo wants to control but Lawrence is keeping busy.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Karpo regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lawrence throws a big elbow that misses.
Karpo keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
Karpo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lawrence manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Karpo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Karpo has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karpo is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Karpo defends well.
Karpo wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Karpo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Lawrence.#T3#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
Karpo creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Karpo wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his arm.
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lawrence gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lawrence moves into full guard.
Karpo tries to stand but Lawrence is controlling from the bottom.
Karpo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
Karpo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawrence swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lawrence is trying to control the position but Karpo postures up.
Lawrence might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Karpo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Karpo defends well.
Karpo 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Karpo pushes his legs off easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Karpo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lawrence moves out of range as Karpo strikes.
Lawrence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lawrence swings for the body but Karpo moves out of range.
Lawrence steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Karpo.
Karpo misses with a series of wild punches.
Lawrence has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Karpo stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawrence. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet.
Karpo throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Lawrence appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karpo keeps the fight on the outside.
Lawrence misses with a wild body shot.
John Lawrence seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence defending well as Karpo loads up on a big left hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawrence.
An attempted straight right counter from Karpo misses the target.
Hannu Karpo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lawrence.#T1#
Lawrence throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Karpo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Karpo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lawrence lands an overhand right.
Karpo misses with a double jab.
Karpo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lawrence keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Karpo blocks a low kick nicely.
Lawrence bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Karpo throws a right hand that Lawrence ducks under and follows up with a left that Lawrence also avoids with ease.
Karpo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Karpo throws a jab when Lawrence was well out of range.
Lawrence tries a quick counter leg kick but Karpo is wise to it.
No luck for Lawrence with that takedown attempt.
Lawrence throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Karpo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hannu Karpo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lawrence swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lawrence ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Karpo moves away.#TD2#
Karpo gets caught napping as Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown. Karpo manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Karpo keeps moving.
Lawrence postures up in Karpo's guard and throws a big left but Karpo blocks it.
Karpo seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Karpo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lawrence slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Lawrence advances to full mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Lawrence looking to control but Karpo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Karpo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lawrence throwing shots but Karpo is blocking nicely. #T3#
Karpo manages to get to full guard.
John Lawrence has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karpo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Lawrence trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Karpo pulls his head out easily.
Lawrence takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.
Lawrence trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Lawrence can't escape the position.
Lawrence sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Karpo keeps him under control.#T4#
Lawrence trying to hold on to Karpo's head to control him but Karpo postures up.
Karpo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Karpo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Lawrence is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karpo is aware though and is defending well.
John Lawrence is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Karpo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Karpo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
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 Hannu Karpo.
Well Lawrence 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight for John Lawrence!
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight for John Lawrence!
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight for John Lawrence!
John Lawrence wins by unanimous decision!
Post fight, an emotional John Lawrence said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
BFF 85: Kemp vs. Bone II
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? De Souza is fending him off so far but Lawrence persists. Nope, De Souza circles away and we're back to standing.
And De Souza tries to counter it with a takedown but Lawrence pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A combination from De Souza does no damage.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawrence throws a leg kick #TD2#
and De Souza counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by De Souza.
Lawrence wants to sweep but no luck.
De Souza trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lawrence looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! De Souza has picked Lawrence up and slammed him! Lawrence can't keep hold of the triangle and De Souza manages to pass to side control!
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard.
De Souza wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but De Souza wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
De Souza is looking to take a break and control but Lawrence is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Lawrence tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but De Souza wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
De Souza thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
De Souza trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
I wouldn't like to be where Lawrence is right now.
Lawrence is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. De Souza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Lawrence wants to control from the top but De Souza keeps moving. #SUB#
Lawrence is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! De Souza is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! De Souza has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence looking to control.
#T3#
De Souza passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lawrence struggling a bit here.
Lawrence sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
De Souza wants to work for an arm triangle but Lawrence is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lawrence is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lawrence gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Lawrence had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. De Souza defends it easily.#SUB#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Souza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom but instead De Souza passes into half guard.
De Souza works his foot free and advances to mount.
Lawrence keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
De Souza controlling the pace for now.
Lawrence keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lawrence tries to hold on but De Souza pushes him away. #T5#
Lawrence is working to get back to half guard.
Lawrence is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lawrence tries to get back to half guard but can't.
De Souza trying to control but he's not successful this time.
De Souza fails to take his opponent's back.
Lawrence slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but De Souza has control of the leg.
De Souza is looking to advance position but Lawrence won't allow it.
Lawrence tries to roll over but De Souza keeps him under control.
De Souza tries to pass to full mount but Lawrence defends it. #T6#
Lawrence trying to control here.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. De Souza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but De Souza pulls his head out easily.
De Souza stops Lawrence from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence trying to control but De Souza postures up.
#SUB2#
De Souza is looking for a kimura but Lawrence is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Souza to get the leverage.
De Souza wants to control but Lawrence is keeping him busy.
Lawrence is trying to control but De Souza passes into side control!
De Souza works to advance to full mount. Lawrence defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Lawrence is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
De Souza tries to control but Lawrence wriggling away. #T7#
Lawrence is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
De Souza manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lawrence to take his back!
Lawrence is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Lawrence defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
De Souza trying to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
I really don't envy Lawrence right now.
#SUB2#
De Souza has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Lawrence is defending well but eventually De Souza manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Lawrence has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rogerio De Souza!
In defeat, John Lawrence stepped up to the mic, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
BFF 80: TWIN CROWN FINALS
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Lawrence tries to keep at a distance but Chaos has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lawrence is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Chaos drags the fight down to the ground.
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.
Chaos controls Lawrence momentarily but Lawrence frees himself. #SUB#
Chaos looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chaos works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chaos wants to sweep but no luck.
Lawrence trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lawrence is pushing down on Chaos's leg trying to pass to half guard. Chaos is fighting to maintain full guard but Lawrence has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lawrence prevents Chaos from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawrence is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chaos has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but Chaos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawrence to get the leverage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lawrence trying to control from half guard but Chaos is working away.
Lawrence has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Chaos slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawrence's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Chaos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lawrence throwing strikes from guard but Chaos blocks nicely.
Lawrence throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chaos works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lawrence is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Chaos trying to control the position.
Chaos looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lawrence is one step ahead there.
Chaos keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB#
Chaos escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawrence gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawrence is looking to work some ground and pound but Chaos has wrist control.
Lawrence stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chaos swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chaos trying to keep a closed guard but Lawrence is proving a slippery customer.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Chaos looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lawrence trying to control but Chaos is working from the bottom.
Lawrence throws a big right hand that misses.
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.
Chaos looking for a sweep. Not yet Chaos, not yet.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Chaos looking for a sweep. Not yet Chaos, not yet. #SUB#
Chaos is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB2#
Lawrence thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawrence cracks Chaos with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Chaos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Chaos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lawrence sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lawrence makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chaos is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Chaos scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Chaos prevents Lawrence from improving his position.
Lawrence gets back to full guard.
#T4#
Lawrence keeping full guard, as Chaos tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chaos trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chaos passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lawrence wants to control but Chaos postures up.
Lawrence manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chaos's best efforts.#SUB2#
Lawrence actively working from the bottom here.
Lawrence is not content to let Chaos control the position.
Lawrence regains full guard. Nicely done. #T5#
Chaos throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Lawrence working for a triangle but Chaos defends it easily.
Chaos is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lawrence tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chaos is in close to Lawrence's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chaos trying to control but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Chaos lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chaos postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Chaos controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Lawrence had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chaos defends it easily.#SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
Chaos lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawrence keeping moving, preventing Chaos from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chaos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Lawrence has his foot on Chaos's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chaos works his way back into a safe position though.
Chaos wants to pass the guard but Lawrence is keeping the position.
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Chaos with a nice head shot there.
Chaos is pushing down on Lawrence's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawrence is fighting to maintain full guard but Chaos has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chaos working over Lawrence with some ground and pound. Lawrence looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Chaos is trying to control the action in half guard but Lawrence is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lawrence is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Chaos scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Chaos is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Chaos is trying to control. Lawrence wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.#T8#
Lawrence is looking to control Chaos's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lawrence avoid being mounted?
Chaos working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Chaos connects with a nice short shot to Lawrence's temple.
Lawrence is refusing to be controlled, as Chaos sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Chaos seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chaos lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T9#
Chaos showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chaos advances to half guard.
Chaos lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Chaos looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lawrence is refusing to be controlled, as Chaos sits in half guard.
Lawrence tries to roll over but Chaos keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chaos is trying to control. Lawrence wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chaos slips a nice elbow through Lawrence's hands, connecting with Lawrence's forehead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Chaos dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R2##CL#
Chaos clinches up with Lawrence and pushes him back against the ropes.
Chaos gets underhooks to prevent Lawrence's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Chaos successfully pulls guard.
Chaos utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chaos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawrence can do to turn this around?
Chaos tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lawrence wants to control from the top but Chaos keeps moving.
Lawrence preventing the sweep.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chaos can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lawrence controls the pace.#SUB#
Chaos is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chaos keeping moving, preventing Lawrence from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaos trying to control the position.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Chaos wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chaos is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Lawrence trying to keep a closed guard but Chaos is proving a slippery customer.
Chaos sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lawrence's guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chaos wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. Chaos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chaos looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.
Chaos is trying to control. Lawrence wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lawrence is breathing heavily.#T2#
Chaos working over Lawrence with some ground and pound. Lawrence looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chaos working over Lawrence with some ground and pound. Lawrence looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chaos scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Chaos is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chaos perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lawrence gets full guard.
Chaos postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Chaos stacks Lawrence on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Chaos!
Chaos lands a nice forearm strike. #T3#
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Chaos working the body and head with strikes.
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Chaos has control of an arm but Lawrence manages to advance to Chaos's back!
Lawrence missing with strikes from the back.
Lawrence doesn't have the hooks in and Chaos manages to turn into his guard.
Chaos has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Chaos stays in close to Lawrence's body and controls the position.
Chaos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chaos pushes down on Lawrence's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Chaos is keen to just control but Lawrence is a slippery customer.#T4#
Lawrence has hold of Chaos's hands but Chaos slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Chaos is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Lawrence actively working from the bottom here.
Max Chaos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chaos wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence is looking to control Chaos's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lawrence avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chaos pulls his head out easily.
Lawrence trying to control but Chaos postures up.
Chaos moves nicely into side control. #T5#
Chaos scoring with punches from side control.
Chaos trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Chaos lands a few punches from side control.
Chaos has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Lawrence!
Chaos wants to control the pace but Lawrence is squirming around nicely.
Lawrence keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chaos working Lawrence over with strikes here.
Lawrence tries to hold on but Chaos pushes him away.
Lawrence keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lawrence is still trying to improve position.#T6#
Chaos with good strikes from the mount here!
Chaos with good strikes from the mount here!
Lawrence is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Chaos lands a heavy elbow.
Chaos wants to control the pace but Lawrence is squirming around nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Chaos working for a guillotine from mount but Lawrence is in no mood to give up.
Lawrence can't escape the position.
Lawrence tries to hold on but Chaos postures up.
Lawrence can't escape the position.
Chaos scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Lawrence?
Max Chaos is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T7#
Lawrence is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lawrence is looking to get to half guard.
Lawrence is bucking up trying to escape but Chaos cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Chaos controlling from mount.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence is working to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Chaos takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Chaos trying to control but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Chaos stalling.
Lawrence moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T9#
Lawrence thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Chaos tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Chaos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chaos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chaos showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Lawrence working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chaos doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chaos manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chaos controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Max Chaos showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaos 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Max Chaos!
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Max Chaos!
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight for Max Chaos!
Max Chaos wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Max Chaos 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.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
TWIN CROWN ROUND 2.
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence swings for the body but Franca moves out of range.
Lawrence scores with a shot to the body.
#CL2#
Franca clinches. #TD2#
Franca gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lawrence wants to sweep here but Franca controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Franca avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Franca defends well.
Franca scoring with some ground and pound.
Franca landing some decent shots from guard.
Franca must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Franca passes Lawrence's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Franca looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lawrence gets full guard.#T1##SUB#
Franca is posturing up here but Lawrence has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Franca tries to roll out but it's too tight and Franca has to tap! Slick submission there by Lawrence!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
TWIN CROWN ROUND 1
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Hill darts in looking for a takedown but Lawrence gets double underhooks and turns Hill into the ropes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
Lawrence clinches up with Hill and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Hill has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Lawrence is trying to keep an underhook but Hill manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Lawrence slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawrence is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Lawrence is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lawrence throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Lawrence working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hill doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hill manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hill defends well.#SUB2#
Hill avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1##SUB2#
Lawrence throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hill escapes and throws Lawrence's legs to the side, diving into side control!
You can see the frustration on Lawrence's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Hill thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lawrence prevents Hill from moving into mount.
Hill trying to control the action but Lawrence is working from the bottom.
Hill cracks Lawrence with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB#
Hill is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lawrence is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Lawrence tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hill wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lawrence can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Hill wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lawrence, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hill wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lawrence, who protects the arm well.
Lawrence is looking to regain half guard here but Hill keeps moving and retains side control.
Hill trying to control the position but Lawrence is working away.
Lawrence is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hill's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T3##SUB#
Hill 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.
Lawrence wants to get back to full guard.
Hill slips a nice elbow through Lawrence's hands, connecting with Lawrence's forehead.
Hill is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hill working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lawrence's thigh. Lawrence counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a triangle here. Hill is fighting it but it looks tight! Lawrence pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Hill is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John Lawrence!
An intense looking John Lawrence took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
BFF 72: El Toro v Kilpatrick 2
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1#
James misses with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawrence is defended easily by James.
We've been hearing reports that Lawrence has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lawrence shoots in for a takedown but James shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lawrence tries to clinch there but James circles away.
James throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
James scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Lawrence slips a straight right by James.
Lawrence swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lawrence tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. James manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawrence.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from James! But no joy.
An inside leg kick from James misses.
Lawrence changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. James tries to avoid it but Lawrence manages to keep hold of a leg and drag James to the ground. James escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T1#
James sizes up Lawrence with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
James misses with a double jab.
#TD#
James gets caught napping as Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown. James manages to retain guard.#ES2#
James uses the ropes to get back to his feet.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. James defends it nicely.
John Lawrence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
James scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jessie James is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but James paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with James, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes James against the ropes but James circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
James scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Lawrence fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but James avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Lawrence clinches up against the ropes.#BC2#
James pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lawrence shoots and misses
and James counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Lawrence dives in and scores a takedown into James's guard.
Lawrence in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lawrence trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lawrence stops James from standing up.
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lawrence drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and James dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lawrence throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! James escapes and throws Lawrence's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T3#
Lawrence is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lawrence is trying to control James's posture but James avoids it.
Lawrence looks to move to half guard but instead James has passed into mount! Damn!
Lawrence is looking to get to half guard.
Lawrence is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lawrence flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Lawrence wants to hold on but James pushes him away.#T4#
Lawrence is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lawrence is squirming around, avoiding James's attempts to control the action.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position but James isn't that keen on the idea.
James trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lawrence gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but James pulls his head out easily.
Lawrence wants to control but James is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Lawrence has a hand on James's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. James takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
James tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position but James isn't that keen on the idea.
Lawrence tries to hold on but James pushes him away.
James wants to control the pace but Lawrence is squirming around nicely.
Lawrence tries to reverse the position but James maintains control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lawrence is working hard here to advance position.#T6#
James wants to control the pace but Lawrence is squirming around nicely.
Lawrence wants to control but James is having none of it.
James wants to get back to his feet but Lawrence is holding on tight.
Lawrence sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but James pulls his head out easily.
Lawrence wants to get back to full guard.
James is trying to control the action in half guard but Lawrence is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.#T7##SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
James is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Lawrence looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and James pushes past his half guard into mount!
Lawrence is trying to escape the mount.
James wants to control the pace but Lawrence is squirming around nicely. #T8#
Lawrence is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
James controlling his opponent.
James trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lawrence wants to hold on but James pushes him away.
Lawrence is trying to escape the mount.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lawrence. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James tries to control but Lawrence wriggling away. #T9#
Lawrence tries to hold on but James postures up.
Lawrence is looking to get to half guard.
James can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lawrence is looking to escape.
Lawrence can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James controlling from the full mount.
Lawrence regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jessie James dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
James leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
James slaps away a takedown attempt from Lawrence, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lawrence slips under a jab from James.
Lawrence takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lawrence darts in looking for a takedown but James gets double underhooks and turns Lawrence into the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawrence tries to clinch there but James circles away.
Lawrence thuds a left hand into James's body.
Lawrence tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
James has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawrence uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from James.
James waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lawrence.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
James leaves Lawrence with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
James looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lawrence on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and James counters with a right hand to the body.
James swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawrence.
James looks to land a left hand but Lawrence moved out of range nicely.
James lands a glancing blow to the side of Lawrence's head.
Lawrence shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has James pinned against the ropes. James gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jessie James seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and James counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawrence gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and James counters with a nice uppercut.
James shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
James scores with a jab. Lawrence acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
James misses with a straight left. #T2##TD#
Lawrence shoots in and bounces James off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lawrence working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Lawrence is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! James is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! James has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Lawrence working a defensive guard but James passes into half guard.
James wants to free his trapped foot but Lawrence is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Lawrence tries to roll over but James keeps him under control.#SUB#
Lawrence with the active half guard here but James passes nicely into side control.
James wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his arm.
James gets to mount! Lawrence was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Lawrence tries to hold on but James pushes him away.
Lawrence is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
James looking to control but Lawrence is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lawrence really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
James trying to control but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence working to try and regain half guard.
Lawrence wants to control but James is having none of it.
Jessie James has got the better of the ground game so far.#T5#
James can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lawrence is looking to escape.
Lawrence sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Lawrence is looking for a sweep. James is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
James is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Lawrence manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for subs off his back but James has passed one foot through into half guard.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
James is looking to advance position but Lawrence won't allow it.
Lawrence makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lawrence.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawrence is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lawrence throws his legs up looking for a submission but James uses it to pass to side control.
#T7#
James wants to stand but Lawrence is controlling his arm.
Lawrence wants to control but James postures up.
John Lawrence has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawrence is trying to improve his position.
Lawrence regains half guard.
James prevents Lawrence from improving his position.
Lawrence wants to sweep but James has passed to side control!
Lawrence tries to buck James off but James is having none of it.#T8#
Lawrence looks to move to half guard but instead James has passed into mount! Damn!
Lawrence tries to reverse the position but James maintains control.
James trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lawrence swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Lawrence keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
James tries to control but Lawrence wriggling away.
Lawrence is desperately trying to improve his position but James has a good base and remains in mount.
Lawrence regains half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.#T9##SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but James pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but James pulls his head out easily.
Lawrence is looking to improve his position.
James wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawrence flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jessie James comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think James 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Jessie James!
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Jessie James!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Jessie James!
Jessie James wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Jessie James 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.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
BFF 70: Yoshida vs. Golovkin
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence closes the distance and clinches up with Lester, looking for a takedown. Lawrence pushes Lester against the ropes but Lester circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Lester is having none of it. #TD#
Lawrence throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lester was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawrence finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Lawrence is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lester is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lester has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Lawrence is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lester really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lawrence. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a triangle but Lester pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lester defends well.#T1#
Lawrence working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lester defends well.#SUB#
Lawrence working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lester has passed into half guard!
Lawrence is trying to maintain the position but Lester is very close to passing his half guard.
My spies in Holding Cell inform me that Lester has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lawrence trying to control but Lester postures up.
Lawrence wants to improve his position but Lester is controlling well.
#SUB#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lester controlling the pace. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lester pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lester in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Lawrence trying to control here.
#SUB#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence is trying to maintain the position but Lester is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence looking for subs from the bottom but Lester mounts him!
Lawrence slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4#
Lester is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Lawrence with the active half guard here but Lester passes nicely into side control.
Lester working away.
Lawrence is looking to regain half guard here but Lester keeps moving and retains side control.
Lawrence manages to get back to half guard.
Lawrence is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Lawrence trying to control from the bottom.
Lester is controlling the pace.
Lawrence has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lester is working away from the top position though.
Lawrence trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Lester manages to pass to mount!
Lawrence manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Lawrence gets full guard.#SU2#
Lester gets to his feet - Lawrence follows without any prompting. #T6#
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch but Lester swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Lawrence closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lester did well to prevent Lawrence getting side control.
Lawrence sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lester defending well though. #SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for an arm triangle but Lester is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lester defends it well.
Lawrence is just content to waste time from the top position. Lester takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Lawrence is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lester is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lester has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Lester sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T7##SUB#
Lester has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Lawrence to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Lester is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Lawrence pulls down on the head and he's put Lester to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
BFF 65: Nti vs. Oneal
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence is looking to clinch but Falcao is avoiding it.
Lawrence wants to clinch up but Falcao keeps it at a distance.
Falcao tries to score with a low kick but Lawrence moves his leg out of the way.
Falcao scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lawrence tries to clinch up.
Falcao misses with a looping right.
Lawrence shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Falcao defends it nicely.#TD2#
Lawrence shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Falcao is trying to defend but Lawrence finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence prevents Falcao from standing back up.
#T1#
Falcao blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lawrence. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Falcao defends it well. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Lawrence is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Falcao is just riding it out for now. Lawrence eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lawrence is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Falcao sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Lawrence seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2##SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Falcao is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawrence is looking to advance position but Falcao won't allow it.
Falcao tries to kick Lawrence off but Lawrence keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lawrence throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Falcao defends it well. #T3##SUB2#
Lawrence is working for a kimura but Falcao is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawrence not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lawrence with the ground and pound but Falcao uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Lawrence connects with a couple of short punches.
Lawrence trying to control but Falcao is working from the bottom.
Lawrence controlling from the top position. #T4#
Lawrence trying to control the position from guard on top but Falcao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawrence working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lawrence drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Falcao dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Falcao slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Lawrence.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Falcao pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T5#
Lawrence moves into full guard.
Falcao wants to stand but Lawrence has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Lawrence is looking to cinch up a triangle. Falcao throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Lawrence's body to avoid the submission. Lawrence has instead reached around Falcao's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Lawrence arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John Lawrence!
Post fight, John Lawrence stared into the camera and said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
BFF 62: Lesnar vs. Kawamata
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Brown Jr forces Lawrence back against the ropes and clinches.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Brown Jr turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Brown Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brown Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence looks for a takedown but Brown Jr sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lawrence. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Lawrence gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brown Jr can't break the clinch.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Brown Jr to keep the fight standing.
Lawrence is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Brown Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Brown Jr just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but Brown Jr holds him up against the ropes and eventually Lawrence drops back down to his feet.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Brown Jr just stands there and leans against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Brown Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Lawrence gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Brown Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
Brown Jr throws a looping overhand right but Lawrence ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Lawrence has Brown Jr up against the ropes in a clinch.
Lawrence fails to pull guard.
#T1#
Brown Jr is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Lawrence gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Brown Jr just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Lawrence fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Brown Jr has him pressed against the ropes.
Lawrence tries to pull guard but Brown Jr won't allow it.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but Brown Jr has him pressed against the ropes.
Brown Jr has had enough of the clinch but Lawrence keeps him there for the moment.
Lawrence is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Brown Jr to keep the fight standing.
Lawrence tries to stall but Brown Jr uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC2#
Brown Jr manages to break the clinch.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Brown Jr is having none of it.
Lawrence misses with a takedown attempt - Brown Jr sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lawrence tries to clinch but Brown Jr moves out of range.
Lawrence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brown Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lawrence goes for a double leg but Brown Jr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Brown Jr continues to drive forward.
Lawrence sets himself, and Brown Jr steps forward looking for the clinch! Lawrence avoids it this time.
Lawrence shoots in for a double leg but Brown Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Paddy Brown Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Lawrence misses with a takedown
and Brown Jr counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like John Lawrence has been cut.#TD#
Lawrence looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Lawrence 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.
Lawrence scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lawrence stops Brown Jr from getting back to his feet.
Lawrence is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brown Jr! #SUB#
Lawrence wants to finish this one by submission but Brown Jr is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Lawrence.
Lawrence can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brown Jr is looking to escape. #T3#
Lawrence connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Lawrence takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Lawrence has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Brown Jr has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Lawrence 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.
Brown Jr is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Lawrence has his arm under Brown Jr's chin here. Game over son! Lawrence squeezes tightly and Brown Jr is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
ACB 5 - First Titles
Date: Jan 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Lawrence wants to clinch.
Lawrence dives in and grabs Mamba's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mamba pushes down on Lawrence's head and hops out.
A big right from Mamba misses. #TD#
Lawrence decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lawrence is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mamba! #SUB#
Lawrence is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Mamba is surviving well by controlling Lawrence's body position as best he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
#SUB#
Lawrence has hold of Mamba's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Mamba manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mamba wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Lawrence.
Mamba wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#T1#
Mamba wants to control but Lawrence is having none of it.#SUB#
Lawrence is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Lawrence!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
UCF America 5
Date: Nov 10, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lawrence.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawrence in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Lawrence tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Lawrence tries for a kimura but Johnson is defending well.
Lawrence postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Lawrence working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Lawrence is trying to get an arm triangle but Johnson is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson struggling a bit here.#T1#
Lawrence trying to control the position but Johnson is working away.
Lawrence sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Johnson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB#
Lawrence is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johnson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johnson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson is looking to regain half guard here but Lawrence keeps moving and retains side control.
Johnson struggling a bit here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Lawrence tries for a kimura but Johnson is defending well.
Johnson can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Lawrence wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Johnson, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johnson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Johnson is looking for a sweep.
Johnson wants to control but Lawrence postures up.#T3#
Johnson is not content to let Lawrence control the position.
Johnson dodges the ground and pound from Lawrence.
We've been informed that Johnson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lawrence wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working.
Johnson can't do much from the bottom here.
Johnson is looking to regain half guard here but Lawrence keeps moving and retains side control.
Johnson is trying to control Lawrence's posture but Lawrence avoids it. #SUB#
Lawrence looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lawrence throwing shots but missing, from side control. #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.
Johnson is looking to reverse the position.
Lawrence scores with punches from side control.
Johnson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lawrence. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Lawrence goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Johnson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lawrence but great work by Johnson.
Johnson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lawrence's legs.
Lawrence wants to control but Johnson postures up.#SUB2#
Johnson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lawrence, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Johnson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Johnson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lawrence struggling a bit here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Johnson is trying to get an arm triangle but Lawrence is defending well.
Johnson working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Lawrence dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Johnson swings for the body but Lawrence moves out of range.
#TD#
Lawrence gets the takedown into side control.
Lawrence wants to control but Johnson is keeping him busy.
Lawrence is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?
Johnson can't do much from the bottom here.
Lawrence is looking to take a break and control but Johnson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Lawrence in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Johnson is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John Lawrence!
Post fight, an emotional John Lawrence said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
In defeat, Shaka Johnson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Sometimes you have to lose to learn how to win.'.
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Event:
UCF 15 Morus v Parker
Date: Nov 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Lawrence tries to sprawl but Emelianenko drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Lawrence missing with punches from the bottom.
Emelianenko is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Emelianenko is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Emelianenko is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.
Emelianenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Emelianenko has control of the leg.
Emelianenko seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lawrence blocking the ground and pound attempt from Emelianenko.
Lawrence wants to control but Emelianenko is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lawrence manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Emelianenko got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Emelianenko has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Emelianenko got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lawrence has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Emelianenko has managed to get both his arms back between Lawrence's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Emelianenko defends easily.
Lawrence looking to hit a scissor sweep but Emelianenko is one step ahead there.
Emelianenko postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Emelianenko postures up and lands a big shot to Lawrence's brow. #SUB2#
Lawrence has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Emelianenko can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Lawrence is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Emelianenko landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a guillotine here but Emelianenko defends easily.
Lawrence looking to control.
#SUB2#
Lawrence escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Emelianenko gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Emelianenko is looking to stand up but Lawrence won't let him. #SUB2#
Lawrence throws his legs up looking for a submission but Emelianenko uses it to pass to side control.
Emelianenko is chipping away with strikes.
#T3#
Emelianenko working the body and head with strikes.
Emelianenko lands a few punches from side control.#ROC#
Lawrence is rocked!
Lawrence tries to control but Emelianenko manages to take his back.
Lawrence is still in real trouble! Can Emelianenko finish him?
Emelianenko lands a big shot to the side of the head and Lawrence goes limp! He's out cold - the ref jumps in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Fedor Emelianenko!
Our winner, Fedor Emelianenko, 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.
John Lawrence spoke after the fight, saying 'Cobra Kai Rules!! Ill be back. No retreat! No surrender! Strike First! Strike Hard!'.
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Event:
LFF : 4
Date: Sep 14, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Svenington shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Svenington showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawrence actively working from the bottom here.
Svenington wants to take a breather but Lawrence is having none of it.
Lawrence blocking the ground and pound attempt from Svenington. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.
Lawrence tries to get to full guard but Svenington has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Lawrence looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Svenington is thwarting Lawrence's attempts to control the position.#T1##SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lawrence actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lawrence is pressing down on Svenington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lawrence is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Lawrence looking for a triangle here. Svenington is fighting it but it looks tight! Lawrence pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Svenington is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John Lawrence!
Post fight, John Lawrence stared into the camera and said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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Event:
LFF : 2
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Lawrence shoots and misses #TD2#
so Wayne counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Wayne tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard.
Wayne scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wayne tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawrence is retaining full guard.
Wayne must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lawrence looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Wayne has picked Lawrence up and slammed him! Lawrence can't keep hold of the triangle and Wayne manages to pass to side control!
Lawrence tries to bench press Wayne off him but Wayne keeps the position.
Wayne scoring with punches and elbows.
Lawrence manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wayne pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lawrence is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wayne pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lawrence has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Wayne. Oh but Lawrence has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Wayne goes limp - he's gone! Lawrence jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John Lawrence!
John Lawrence took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Put him in a body bag!'.
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