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Event:
SAFO 40 isMore vs Riverson
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Lotus Style shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Burns as he avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Burns. No joy for Lotus Style on that attempt.
Burns stuffs the takedown attempt from Lotus Style. Lotus Style gets slowly back to his feet.
Alec Burns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Funky Lotus Style.
Lotus Style slips under a jab.
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lotus Style with the counter takedown but Burns avoids it easily.
Burns moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#
It looks like Funky Lotus Style has been cut.
Lotus Style takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Burns misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lotus Style shoots for a takedown but Burns saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Burns definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lotus Style shoots in for a double leg but Burns sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Burns misses with an uppercut.
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lotus Style tries to counter by closing the distance.
Burns wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Burns clinches up with Lotus Style and pushes him back against the cage.
Lotus Style is trying to pull guard but Burns has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Burns breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Lotus Style tries to keep at a distance but Burns has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Burns's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Burns scores with a leg kick.
Burns throws a sloppy head kick and Lotus Style moves out of range easily.
Burns lands a jab to the nose.
Burns stuns Lotus Style with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Burns slaps away a takedown attempt from Lotus Style, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lotus Style will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Alec Burns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burns feints and then cracks Lotus Style's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lotus Style down.
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lotus Style misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Burns misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Burns throws a body shot but no joy.
Lotus Style shoots in looking for a takedown but Burns manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lotus Style's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Burns lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Burns throws a nice head kick!
#ROC#
Lotus Style is rocked!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burns misses with a combination
#CL2#
and Lotus Style counters by moving into the clinch.
Lotus Style is still on wobbly legs! Can Burns finish him?
Lotus Style fails to pull guard.
Lotus Style fails to pull guard.
#BC#
Burns pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Burns scores with a hook to the body. Lotus Style takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Burns moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Lotus Style! Burns continues to tee off on Lotus Style, landing with a left and a right! Burns connects with a right hand that leaves Lotus Style sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Burns!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Alec Burns!
A relieved looking Alec Burns thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
SAFO 36 Gracie v Vilheimshauge
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
#R1#
Farrokhzad stuffs the takedown.
Lotus Style misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Farrokhzad wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Farrokhzad smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Farrokhzad, as that shot connected.
Lotus Style dives in and grabs Farrokhzad's left leg, looking for a takedown. Farrokhzad pushes down on Lotus Style's head and hops out.
Farrokhzad is looking to counter punch.
Bardia Farrokhzad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Funky Lotus Style.
Farrokhzad fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lotus Style looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bardia Farrokhzad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farrokhzad stuffs the takedown attempt from Lotus Style. Lotus Style gets slowly back to his feet.
Lotus Style fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farrokhzad changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Farrokhzad lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lotus Style at a distance.
Lotus Style takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Farrokhzad lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lotus Style doesn't seem phased though.#KD#
Farrokhzad cracks Lotus Style with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Farrokhzad has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Lotus Style to stand back up!#ROC#
Lotus Style is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Funky Lotus Style has been cut.
Farrokhzad ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Lotus Style out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bardia Farrokhzad!
Bardia Farrokhzad is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Bardia Farrokhzad thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
ACE18Lotus Style vs Farrokhazd
Date: Dec 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Farrokhzad lands a nice looking body shot.
Farrokhzad lands a jab to Lotus Style's midsection.
Lotus Style takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#
It looks like Funky Lotus Style has been cut.
Lotus Style changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Farrokhzad tries to avoid it but Lotus Style manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Farrokhzad to the ground. Farrokhzad escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bardia Farrokhzad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Farrokhzad throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Lotus Style rushes Farrokhzad and presses him up against the cage.
Farrokhzad landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Lotus Style changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Farrokhzad fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Farrokhzad scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Farrokhzad gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Farrokhzad looking to throw knees to the head but Lotus Style is blocking nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lotus Style tries to pull guard but Farrokhzad forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Funky Lotus Style. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Farrokhzad lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A body shot lands from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad lands a hook that snaps the head of Lotus Style backwards.
Farrokhzad tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A knee to the head by Farrokhzad.
#ROC2#
Lotus Style is rocked!
Farrokhzad working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Oh Lotus Style is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Farrokhzad dips a shoulder and cracks Lotus Style with a mighty uppercut! Lotus Style falls back against the cage and Farrokhzad unloads with a barrage of strikes! Lotus Style 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 - Farrokhzad screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bardia Farrokhzad!
Bardia Farrokhzad is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
ACE12 Lotus Style vs Jackson 2
Date: Dec 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Lotus Style fails to land the takedown.
Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lotus Style is trying to drag Jackson to the mat but Jackson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Lotus Style has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jackson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Funky Lotus Style. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson. #TD#
Lotus Style gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lotus Style passes Jackson's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES2#
Jackson kicks off Lotus Style and gets to his feet.
Lotus Style uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Lotus Style instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Jackson clinches with his opponent.
Lotus Style blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD#
Lotus Style jumps guard and drags Jackson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T1#
Jackson trying to control but Lotus Style is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lotus Style escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jackson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson stands up over Lotus Style, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jackson defends well.
Jackson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jackson chips away with some ground and pound.
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Lotus Style is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Lotus Style working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jackson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jackson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson is looking to work some ground and pound but Lotus Style has wrist control.
Jackson postures up and lands a big shot to Lotus Style's brow.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jackson defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lotus Style lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Lotus Style is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3#
Lotus Style wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Lotus Style is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lotus Style pushing down on Jackson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Lotus Style is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jackson pushes Lotus Style off looking to stand but Lotus Style dives back in and keeps control.
Lotus Style wants to take a breather but Jackson is having none of it.
Lotus Style moves nicely into side control. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jackson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Jackson is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Lotus Style has taken his back!#SUB#
Lotus Style working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Lotus Style has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Lotus Style is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Jackson is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style retains his featherweight title!
Funky Lotus Style made sure to mention his sponsor, UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview.
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Event:
ACE9 Lotus Style Vs Jackson
Date: Nov 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Lotus Style closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. Lotus Style pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lotus Style napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lotus Style tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jackson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson cracks Lotus Style with a big elbow.
Lotus Style is trying to control Jackson's posture but Jackson avoids it.
Lotus Style is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lotus Style trying to control from the bottom.
Jackson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson is pressing down on Lotus Style's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lotus Style is holding on for now. #SUB#
Lotus Style 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 Jackson. Oh but Lotus Style has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Jackson goes limp - he's gone! Lotus Style jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Funky Lotus Style!
An out of breath and clearly excited Funky Lotus Style thanked UnderGround Supplements for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
In defeat, Tyrell Jackson stepped up to the mic, saying 'I was humbled today but I expected to lose at some point and I'm glad it came to a champ I respect like Funky. All props to him tonight but he's not done with me. I'll be back soon and I am coming for that title. Thanks to everyone who supports me.'.
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Event:
ACE6 Lotus Style vs Thompson
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Lotus Style changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Thompson tries to avoid it but Lotus Style manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Thompson to the ground. Thompson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lotus Style dives in and grabs Thompson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thompson pushes down on Lotus Style's head and hops out.
Lotus Style doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Thompson moves into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Funky Lotus Style. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Thompson drags the fight down to the ground.
Thompson is pulling down on Lotus Style's head to control his posture.
Lotus Style stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thompson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lotus Style wants to control from the top but Thompson keeps moving.
Lotus Style trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Thompson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
Nice strikes from Thompson there.
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. Thompson connects with a nice short shot to Lotus Style's temple.
Still in half guard, Thompson seems content to control.
Lotus Style is pressing down on Thompson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thompson defends well.
Thompson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lotus Style controls Thompson momentarily but Thompson frees himself.
Thompson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lotus Style is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Thompson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Lotus Style escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Thompson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lotus Style trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Lotus Style looking for subs off his back but Thompson has passed one foot through into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lotus Style is looking to control Thompson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lotus Style avoid being mounted?#T3#
Lotus Style wants to get back to full guard.
Thompson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lotus Style is trying to maintain the position but Thompson is very close to passing his half guard.
Lotus Style works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Lotus Style looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lotus Style is trying to keep Thompson in close.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Lotus Style is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lotus Style looking to control.
#SUB#
Lotus Style throws his legs up looking for a submission but Thompson uses it to pass to side control.
Lotus Style tries to improve position but can't.
Thompson trying to control the position but Lotus Style is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lotus Style is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Felix Thompson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Lotus Style closes this distance looking for a takedown but Thompson circles away.#CL2#
Thompson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lotus Style tries to pull guard but Thompson won't allow it.
#TD#
Lotus Style has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Thompson uses from the top position. #SUB#
Lotus Style throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Thompson escapes and throws Lotus Style's legs to the side, diving into side control!
You can see the frustration on Lotus Style's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lotus Style is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lotus Style is trying to control Thompson's posture but Thompson avoids it.
Thompson has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T1#
Lotus Style tries to lock up and control but Thompson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lotus Style tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thompson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Thompson lands a big shot there that rocks Lotus Style but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Thompson wants to control but Lotus Style has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thompson wants to stand up but Lotus Style is controlling the position.
#T2#
Thompson wants to free his trapped foot but Lotus Style is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Lotus Style is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Thompson is tapping! Great win for Lotus Style!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style retains his featherweight title!
After the big win, Funky Lotus Style made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors UnderGround Supplements and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
ACE4 Hyabusa vs Lati
Date: Oct 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Lotus Style ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Lotus Style dives in and scores a takedown into Kriss's guard.#ES2#
Kriss scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Lotus Style moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Lotus Style gets the takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lotus Style advances nicely into full mount.
Lotus Style with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#SUB#
Lotus Style working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Kriss turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Lotus Style off and cradles Kriss's limp body as Lotus Style celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Funky Lotus Style thanked UnderGround Supplements for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
ACE2 Lock vs Kush
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Lotus Style gets caught flat footed, as Simeonov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Lotus Style has his feet on Simeonov's thighs here. He's pushed Simeonov off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Simeonov screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style is the new featherweight champion!
Funky Lotus Style very nearly forgot to thank UnderGround Supplements 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:
WCF9 Lotus Style vs Cruz 2
Date: Sep 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Cruz tests Lotus Style's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lotus Style shoots in looking for a takedown but Cruz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lotus Style's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lotus Style dodges the punch combination from Cruz.
Lotus Style has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2#
Lotus Style gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cruz just leaning against Lotus Style, taking a breather.
Cruz working aggressively here.
Lotus Style jumps guard but Cruz stands there with Lotus Style around his waist. Lotus Style gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD2#
Lotus Style pulls Cruz into guard.
Cruz advances position into side control!
Cruz happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz wants to stand but Lotus Style is controlling his arm.#T1##SUB#
Cruz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lotus Style sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Cruz lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lotus Style has hold of Cruz's hands but Cruz slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Cruz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Lotus Style actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Cruz is looking for a kimura here.
Lotus Style trying to control but Cruz postures up.
#T2##SUB2#
Lotus Style looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cruz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Cruz seems to be working for a kimura but Lotus Style defends the submission attempt.
Ground and pound from Cruz.
Lotus Style is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cruz scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cruz wants to free his trapped foot but Lotus Style is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cruz trying to control the pace. #T3#
Lotus Style is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cruz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cruz's back!
Will Lotus Style go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Lotus Style tightening his grip on Cruz, looking for the choke.
Lotus Style controlling well, preventing Cruz from escaping the position.
#T4##SUB2#
Cruz defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Lotus Style trying to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cruz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cruz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Lotus Style throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darian Cruz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Cruz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lotus Style doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cruz misses the shot to the body.
Darian Cruz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lotus Style wants to clinch.#TD#
Cruz scores with a takedown into Lotus Style's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cruz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lotus Style working a defensive guard here.
#T1##SUB2#
Lotus Style looking for a guillotine here but Cruz defends easily.
Lotus Style can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cruz controls the pace.
Cruz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lotus Style's guard.
Nice strikes from Cruz there. #SUB#
Cruz is looking for a kimura but Lotus Style is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cruz to get the leverage.
Still in half guard, Cruz seems content to control.#T2#
Lotus Style is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cruz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Cruz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lotus Style knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Cruz is working for a submission of some sort.
Lotus Style is refusing to be controlled, as Cruz sits in half guard.
Lotus Style is looking for a sweep. Cruz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB2#
Lotus Style with the active half guard here but Cruz passes nicely into side control.
Lotus Style is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Lotus Style tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lotus Style regains half guard.
Lotus Style trying to control but Cruz postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lotus Style manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lotus Style can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cruz controls the pace.
Cruz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4##SUB2#
Lotus Style is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cruz is aware though and is defending well.
Cruz stays in close to Lotus Style's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Cruz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Cruz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cruz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cruz lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Lotus Style escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cruz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cruz is in close to Lotus Style's body, working some short punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darian Cruz dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Lotus Style tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cruz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lotus Style wants to clinch up but Cruz keeps it at a distance.
Lotus Style tries to clinch but Cruz moves away
and Cruz counters with a straight right hand.
Cruz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sloppy strikes from Cruz. Those never looked like landing.
Darian Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lotus Style with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Cruz counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lotus Style!
Cruz lands a nice forearm strike.
Lotus Style tries to improve position but can't.
Cruz working the head with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Cruz has an Americana. Lotus Style didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Cruz is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Cruz hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Darian Cruz!
Darian Cruz retains his bantamweight title!
Darian Cruz 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.
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Event:
WCF7 Lotus Style Vs Cruz
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Cruz throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lotus Style. Cruz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cruz throws a body punch but Lotus Style moves out of range.
Cruz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lotus Style takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lotus Style fails with an attempt to clinch.
Darian Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lotus Style on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lotus Style shoots in for a takedown but Cruz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Cruz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cruz misses with a wild combination.
Lotus Style walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lotus Style tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cruz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lotus Style tries to clinch but Cruz moves out of range.
Lotus Style has been working on his balance at UnderGround Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Cruz.
Lotus Style on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cruz circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lotus Style looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Lotus Style tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cruz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lotus Style is looking to clinch.
Lotus Style swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Lotus Style moves into the clinch.
Cruz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
Cruz tightens his grip and picks Lotus Style up, before dumping him to the ground. Lotus Style manages to land in guard. #SUB#
Lotus Style is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cruz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cruz is in close to Lotus Style's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cruz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SUB#
Lotus Style had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cruz defends it easily.
Cruz lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Cruz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lotus Style is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cruz forces his way into half guard.
Lotus Style wants to improve his position but Cruz is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lotus Style manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Lotus Style has his foot on Cruz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cruz works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Cruz keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Lotus Style's head.
Cruz keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Lotus Style's head.
Cruz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cruz with a nice head shot there.
Lotus Style being controlled here, momentarily.
Cruz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a triangle but Cruz pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cruz chips away with some ground and pound.#T4##SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cruz defends well.
Lotus Style not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cruz controlling from the top position.
Cruz connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Lotus Style working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cruz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cruz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cruz cracks Lotus Style with a solid left hand.
Cruz is working Lotus Style over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darian Cruz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Cruz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Still in the clinch, Cruz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cruz throws a head punch that misses.
Cruz taking a breather.
Lotus Style tries to pull guard but Cruz won't allow it.
Cruz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lotus Style fails to pull guard.
#BC2#
Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Lotus Style looks to score with a jab to the body but Cruz is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Cruz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cruz.
Cruz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lotus Style moves in looking to clinch but Cruz pushes him off.#TD2#
Cruz closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lotus Style quickly recovers to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lotus Style wants to improve his position but Cruz is controlling well.
#T1#
Cruz lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Lotus Style looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lotus Style actively working from the bottom here.
Lotus Style wants to get back to full guard.
Darian Cruz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cruz scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cruz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lotus Style tries to roll over but Cruz keeps him under control.
Cruz wants to stand up but Lotus Style is controlling the position.
#SUB#
Lotus Style looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Cruz working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Cruz wants to work for an arm triangle but Lotus Style is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lotus Style is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily.
Cruz works his way into side control.
Cruz in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T3#
Let's hope that Cruz 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.
Cruz cracks Lotus Style with a big elbow. #SUB2#
Cruz is working to tighten his grip on Lotus Style's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Lotus Style has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Cruz is really squeezing tight and eventually Lotus Style passes out! Cruz breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Darian Cruz!
Darian Cruz is the new bantamweight champion!
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Event:
FC3 Night of champions
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Lotus Style uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanchez.
#CL#
Lotus Style moves into the clinch.
Lotus Style tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lotus Style has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sanchez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Lotus Style jumps guard and drags Sanchez to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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.
Sanchez controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Lotus Style has his foot on Sanchez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sanchez works his way back into a safe position though.
Sanchez trying to control but Lotus Style is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lotus Style working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sanchez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sanchez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sanchez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lotus Style. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sanchez is looking to stand up but Lotus Style won't let him. #T1#
Lotus Style is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lotus Style controlling Sanchez's posture.
Sanchez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lotus Style manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sanchez throwing shots but Lotus Style is blocking nicely.
Lotus Style is not content to let Sanchez control the position.
Sanchez trying to control from Lotus Style's half guard. Lotus Style has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
Sanchez wants to stand but Lotus Style is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Lotus Style is looking for a triangle but Sanchez pushes his legs off easily.
Sanchez trying to control but Lotus Style is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lotus Style looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Sanchez is defending well. Lotus Style quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Sanchez has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lotus Style celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Funky Lotus Style 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:
FC Fight Night King vs Lotus
Date: Jul 05, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
King shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lotus Style has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lotus Style manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Lotus Style looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but King is defending well. Lotus Style quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! King has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lotus Style celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Funky Lotus Style!
Funky Lotus Style is the new bantamweight champion!
An out of breath Funky Lotus Style 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:
FC 1 Sonnen vs Cage
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Lotus Style gets caught napping as Duncan dives in and scores a takedown. Lotus Style manages to retain guard.
Lotus Style looking to control.
Duncan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Duncan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lotus Style's guard.
Duncan is working Lotus Style over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duncan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Lotus Style is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Duncan is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Duncan has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Lotus Style to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Duncan is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Lotus Style pulls down on the head and he's put Duncan to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Funky Lotus Style!
A pretty intense looking Funky Lotus Style took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
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