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Event:
GR 12: Jofre vs. RNC
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Kaapio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kaapio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kaapio misses the shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MpJuice.
MpJuice MpJuice seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MpJuice throws a good cross that connects.
Kaapio moves out of range as MpJuice strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaapio takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kaapio takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kaapio drops his hands momentarily and MpJuice takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
A nice combination there by MpJuice.
MpJuice with a nice cross.
Kaapio throws an overhand right that lands on MpJuice's shoulder, as MpJuice tries to avoid the shot.
MpJuice lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
MpJuice 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.
Kaapio misses with a body shot.
It seemed like MpJuice was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kaapio could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kaapio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MpJuice connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kaapio scrambles back to his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. MpJuice darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MpJuice lands a glancing blow to the side of Kaapio's head.
Kaapio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MpJuice bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kaapio's head.
MpJuice swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Kaapio counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaapio wants to control but MpJuice is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Kaapio is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. MpJuice knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Kaapio wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by MpJuice, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB#
Kaapio has hold of MpJuice's arm. He's looking for a kimura. MpJuice seems comfortable defending it but Kaapio has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! MpJuice is real pain and he's forced to tap out! MpJuice is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kaapio couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ruma Kaapio!
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Event:
GR 7: Souza vs Kaiba
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Kaapio tries to bum rush Jofre with a series of wild strikes but Jofre uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jofre connects with a looping right hand.
Kaapio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jofre stuns Kaapio with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Jofre. Beautiful body shot.
Jofre throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kaapio tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kaapio walks into a straight right hand from Jofre.
Jofre with a jab.
Jofre scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kaapio's coach down at Cozad MMA Helsinki was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kaapio's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Jofre.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Jofre.
Kaapio takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ramon Jofre is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kaapio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jofre definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ramon Jofre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaapio gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#
Kaapio is rocked!
Kaapio misses with a jab to the body
enabling Jofre to counter with a crisp jab.
Kaapio is still on wobbly legs! Can Jofre finish him?
Jofre scores with a hook to the body. Kaapio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kaapio seems to have recovered his senses.
Jofre connects with a body shot that sends Kaapio's belly button to the back.
Kaapio misses with a body shot
and Jofre counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jofre tests Kaapio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kaapio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kaapio misses with a double jab
and Jofre counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kaapio swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jofre counters with a straight right hand.
Jofre scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kaapio fails with the takedown.#T3#
Kaapio takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jofre connects with a body shot that sends Kaapio's belly button to the back.
Jofre connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kaapio. Kaapio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kaapio takes one on the button.#KD#
Jofre lands a big right hand that sends Kaapio crashing to the mat! Jofre stays standing though and waves Kaapio back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jofre connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kaapio's hands.
Kaapio fails with the takedown
and Jofre counters with a big right hand! Oh Kaapio is in trouble here! Jofre follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ramon Jofre!
A very excited looking Ramon Jofre 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:
GR 4: Kimura vs Kaapio
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Kaapio throws a hook to the side of KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC's head but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC swings around for an armbar but Kaapio sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC's guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC keeping moving, preventing Kaapio from controlling successfully. #SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC looking for subs off his back but Kaapio has passed one foot through into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaapio trying to pass the guard but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kaapio has passed into side control.
#SUB2#
Kaapio goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kaapio's guard! Nice work there by KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC! #SUB2#
Kaapio is looking for a triangle but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC pushes his legs off easily.
Kaapio has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Helsinki. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Kaapio is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kaapio working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC. #T2#
Kaapio trying to keep a closed guard but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Kaapio is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kaapio utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC wants to control from the top but Kaapio keeps moving.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kaapio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC passes Kaapio's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kaapio wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control the pace.
Kaapio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kaapio is not content to let KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC control the position.
Kaapio tries to get to full guard but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has control of the leg. #SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC seems to be working for a kimura but Kaapio defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC seems to be looking for submissions.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC wants to free his trapped foot but Kaapio is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kaapio doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC wants to take a breather but Kaapio is having none of it. #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 round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC 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##CL2#
Kaapio pushes KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has clasped his hands together around Kaapio's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The ground and pound from KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is looking to take a break and control but Kaapio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaapio tries to improve position but can't.
Kaapio wants to control but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC tries to advance to mount but Kaapio denies him.
Kaapio sneaks back into half guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Kaapio!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC wants to control the pace but Kaapio is squirming around nicely.
Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kaapio slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is controlling the pace.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kaapio can do to turn this around?
Kaapio is looking to improve his position.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC wants to pass the guard but Kaapio is defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kaapio is trying to control but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC manages to pass to mount!
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kaapio is looking to improve his position but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC isn't that keen on the idea.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC looking to control but Kaapio is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kaapio has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kaapio sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Kaapio moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Kaapio is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC controlling from the top position.
Kaapio keeping full guard, as KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC tries to pass. #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.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kaapio manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has Kaapio in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC throws his legs up looking for a submission but Kaapio uses it to pass to side control.
The strikes coming from Kaapio are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kaapio goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kaapio's guard! Nice work there by KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC!
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC slips nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC dominated that second round.
That's time! KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC fails to land with a series of punches.
A nice side step and Kaapio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kaapio wants to get back to full guard.
Kaapio wants to sweep but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has passed to side control!
Kaapio manages to get back to half guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is looking to advance position but Kaapio won't allow it.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to mount his opponent but Kaapio defends it. #T1#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control the action but Kaapio is working from the bottom.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC not doing much here.
#SUB#
Kaapio makes his way to full guard, as KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC worked for a kimura.
Kaapio trying to keep a closed guard but KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC stopping the sweep attempt from Kaapio.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control but Kaapio is working from the bottom.
Kaapio pulls KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC in close to his closed guard and prevents KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kaapio on his heels. He'll look to pass Kaapio's guard now, I'm sure.#T3#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kaapio swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Kaapio working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control but Kaapio is working from the bottom.
Kaapio wants to improve his position but instead KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC has moved into half guard.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kaapio knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #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.#SUB#
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is working for a submission of some sort.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control from Kaapio's half guard. Kaapio has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC trying to control but Kaapio is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mr KiMuRa ArMbAr RnC!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Gutierrez looks to land a combination. Kaapio sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD#
Gutierrez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kaapio napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kaapio manages to get back to half guard.
Kaapio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kaapio tries to get to full guard but Gutierrez has control of the leg.
Kaapio slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Gutierrez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kaapio holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Gutierrez has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Kaapio to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Gutierrez is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Kaapio pulls down on the head and he's put Gutierrez to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ruma Kaapio!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2018 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kaapio misses with a jab to the body
and Horn counters with a nice uppercut.
Kaapio throws a combination that misses
and Horn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Horn darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kaapio is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Kaapio actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Kaapio is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Horn is tapping! Great win for Kaapio!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ruma Kaapio!
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