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Event:
RRFC 53: Shabazz vs Himes
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Palumbo misses with a few strikes there.
Train showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Palumbo.
#TD#
Train dives in and scores a takedown into Palumbo's guard.
Train is in close to Palumbo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Palumbo wants to stand and escape but Train is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Train working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Train 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.
Train throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Train drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Train jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Palumbo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Train controls the pace.
Train trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Train in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Train works over Palumbo with some ground and pound from guard.
Train lands a couple of elbows.
Train working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Palumbo's head.
Train wants to control from the top but Palumbo keeps moving.
Train sitting in guard here, content to control.
Palumbo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Train. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Train trying to control but Palumbo is working from the bottom.
Train 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.
Train postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Train postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Train controlling from the top position.
Train trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Shane Palumbo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##TD#
Train fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Palumbo sprawls well initially but Train persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Palumbo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Train.
Train throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Train sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Palumbo defending well though.
Train seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Palumbo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Train.
Train sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Train thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Palumbo's head. #T4#
Train takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Palumbo taking some punishment here, with Train in his half guard. #CUT#It looks like Shane Palumbo has been cut.
Train throwing shots but Palumbo is blocking nicely.
Train lands strikes from half guard.
Train working the head and body with strikes. #CUT#That has opened up Shane Palumbo's cut even more.
Train is controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shane Palumbo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Palumbo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Palumbo, as that shot connected.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Train.
Palumbo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Palumbo wants it to stay on the feet.
Palumbo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Train misses with a double jab.
Train shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marshall Train. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A decent looking cross lands there for Palumbo.
Train loses concentration momentarily and Palumbo pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Train crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Palumbo finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Shane Palumbo! |
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Event:
RRFC 50
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Etebo shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Train eats them both and turns towards Etebo to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Etebo with a hook.
The crowd cheers as Etebo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Train doesn't seem phased though.
Train fails with the takedown
and Etebo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice shot lands for Etebo.
Etebo cracks Train with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Etebo misses with a body shot
#CL#
and Train counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Train.
Train is trying to drag Etebo to the mat but Etebo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Train tightens his grip and picks Etebo up, before dumping him to the ground. Etebo manages to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Train is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Train definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Etebo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Train with a flurry of punches that miss.
Train postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Train stands up over Etebo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Train postures up in Etebo's guard and throws a big left but Etebo blocks it.
Train lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Train won't allow Etebo to get back to his feet.
Train works over Etebo with some ground and pound from guard.
Train postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Train is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Train distracts Etebo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Train is looking to work some ground and pound but Etebo has wrist control.
Train throws a big elbow that misses.
Train distracts Etebo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Train trying to control but Etebo is working from the bottom.
Train throws a big right hand that misses.
Train controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Etebo has momentary wrist control but Train slips an elbow through the middle.
Train throws a strike but Etebo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Train striking off his back but it's not causing Etebo any problems.
Etebo is looking to stand up but Train won't let him.
Train is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Etebo stopping the sweep attempt from Train.
Train doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Train holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Train shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Etebo to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marshall Train. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Train is trying hard to land a takedown here. Etebo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Train shoots in looking for a takedown but Etebo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Train's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Etebo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Semi Etebo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A left lands for Etebo.
Train walks into a straight right hand from Etebo.
Train shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Etebo throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Train with a poor takedown
and Etebo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Etebo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Etebo lands with a cross. #TD#
Train shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Etebo's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Semi Etebo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Etebo throws a good cross that connects.
Etebo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Train looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Etebo scores with a hook.#TD#
Train shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
Etebo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Train is looking for a takedown.
Etebo tries a body shot but Train blocks it.
#BC#
Train manages to break the clinch.
Etebo scores with a nice head shot.
Semi Etebo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Train drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Train uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Etebo.
Semi Etebo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Etebo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Etebo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Train's hands.#T1#
Etebo connects with a looping right hand.
Train with a poor takedown
and Etebo counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marshall Train. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Etebo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Etebo lands with a good body shot.
Train tries for a takedown but Etebo circles away easily
letting Etebo counter with a right hand.
Train looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Train looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Etebo is fending him off so far but Train persists. Nope, Etebo circles away and we're back to standing.
Etebo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Train at a distance.
Train with a lazy takedown attempt
and Etebo counters with a left and a right that stings Train.
Train takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Train walks into a stiff left hand from Etebo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Etebo lands a really nice looking cross but Train seems unphased.
Train shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Etebo but Etebo pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Etebo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Train fails to land the takedown.
Etebo looks to land a combination. Train sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Train with a poor takedown
and Etebo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Etebo lands a jab to the head.
Etebo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Etebo's corner calls for a 1-2. Etebo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Etebo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Etebo wants it to stay on the feet.
Etebo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Train shoots in for a takedown but Etebo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
Etebo scores with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Etebo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Etebo clobbers Train with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A lazy left from Etebo finds it's target.
Etebo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Train fails to land the takedown.
Etebo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Train with a body shot.
Etebo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Etebo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Etebo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Train's head backwards.
Train fails with the takedown
and Etebo counters with a left to the body.
Train takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Etebo digs a good body shot into Train's ribs.
Etebo lands a jab to the head.
Etebo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A countering left hand to the body from Etebo misses.
Train shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Etebo counters with a nice uppercut.
Train needs to keep his hands up - Etebo had a free shot at his head there.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Train.
A left and a right from Etebo both land. Nice combination. #ROC2#Train is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Etebo lands a really nice looking cross but Train seems unphased.
Oh Train is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice takedown defense from Etebo. No joy for Train on that attempt.
Etebo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Train in his tracks.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Etebo! Train is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Semi Etebo! |
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 39
Date: Jul 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Train fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Angular to the ground. Train is now in Angular's guard.#SUB#
Angular is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Train is aware though and is defending well.
Train trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Train trying to control but Angular is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Angular is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Train trying to control but Angular is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Angular throws his legs up looking for a submission but Train uses it to pass to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Angular gets back to half guard.
Angular works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1##SUB#
Angular looking for a guillotine here but Train defends easily.
#SUB#
Angular working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Train doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Angular is tightening it up a little... Train has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Train reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Train taps out! Nice BJJ there by Angular!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Kurt Angular!
A victorious Kurt Angular thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
RRFC 44: Gunn vs De Lima
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Train shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD#
and Leal counters with a left hand that sends Train to the canvas! #ROC#Train is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Marshall Train has been cut.#SU#
Leal gets to his feet - Train follows without any prompting.
Train with a poor takedown
and Leal rattles Train with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Train tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Leal dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Train stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Nathan Leal!
After winning the bout, Nathan Leal thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 34
Date: May 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Train swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Teixeira.#CUT2#It looks like Jairzinho Teixeira has been cut.
Teixeira throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Train on the side of the head.
Teixeira lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#TD2#
Teixeira gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Teixeira manages to escape and get 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!
Teixeira tries to clinch but Train is having none of it. #TD2#
Train shoots in and bounces Teixeira off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Train is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Teixeira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Train gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Teixeira is looking to stand back up but Train counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Teixeira.
Teixeira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Train drops an elbow to the side of Teixeira's head.
Train trying to control from half guard but Teixeira is working away.
Train slows the pace down in half guard.
Teixeira makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Teixeira.
Train prevents Teixeira from getting back to his feet.
Teixeira is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rio Fight Academy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Train is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Teixeira will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Train wants to control from the top but Teixeira keeps moving.
Train is in close to Teixeira's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
Teixeira wants to sweep here but Train controlling him for the moment.
Train lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Teixeira throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Teixeira is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Train dives into side control.
Train wants to control but Teixeira is keeping him busy.
Teixeira tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Teixeira being controlled for a moment.
Teixeira is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Teixeira wants to get back to his feet.
Teixeira is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Teixeira being controlled for a moment.
Train working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Train connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Teixeira some visible discomfort.
Teixeira is pushing Train's head away, looking to escape. Train manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Train is trying to get an arm triangle but Teixeira is defending well.
Train working the ground and pound.
Train cracks Teixeira with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T4#
Teixeira can't do much from the bottom here.
Teixeira wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Train lands an elbow.
Train working the ground and pound from side control.
Train wants to lay and pray for a moment but Teixeira keeps working.
Train cracks Teixeira with a big right hand but Teixeira just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
A lull in the action here as Train stalls from top position.
Train cracks Teixeira with a big right hand but Teixeira just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Train landing a few strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jairzinho Teixeira's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Teixeira is trying hard to land a takedown here. Train sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Teixeira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice sprawl there from Teixeira as Train shoots in.#TD2#
Train closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Train lands in his opponent's guard.
Train has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Train trying to control the position from guard on top but Teixeira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Train looking to pass the guard.
Train scoring with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Teixeira 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#
Train trying to control but Teixeira postures up.
Train is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Train is positioning himself well to prevent Teixeira advancing to mount.
Train trying to control but Teixeira postures up.
Train is trying to stand.
Teixeira with the ground and pound but Train uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Teixeira throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Train works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Teixeira trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Train seems keen to control Teixeira's posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Train is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Teixeira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Train pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Teixeira is keeping the position for now.
Train won't allow Teixeira to get back to his feet.
Train working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Train wants to control from the top but Teixeira keeps moving.
Teixeira wants to sweep here but Train controlling him for the moment.
Train content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Train engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Teixeira keeping moving, preventing Train from controlling successfully. #T3#
Train's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Train keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Teixeira's head.
Train distracts Teixeira with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Train postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Train lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Teixeira has momentary wrist control but Train slips an elbow through the middle.
Train stands up over Teixeira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Train content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #ROC2#Teixeira is rocked!
Train scoring with punches to the head and body.
Oh Teixeira is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Train stands up over Teixeira, holding on to his feet. Train throws the legs to one side and dives in with a huge shot that lands flush on the chin! Teixeira is out cold! Train lands a couple more shots and the ref tackles him out of the way! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marshall Train! |
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 35
Date: May 06, 2020 |
#R1#
Amery displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Marshall Train has been cut.#KD2#
Amery drops Train with a right and a left! Amery comes rushing in but Train regains his composure and manages to keep Amery in guard.
#ROC2#
Train is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Amery postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Train covers up, he's hurt! Amery keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Amery and the ref steps in to end the fight! Amery can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Amery!
A very excited looking John Amery 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:
RRFC 34: Shabazz vs Dungey
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Boser clinches up with Train and pushes him back against the cage.
Boser lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Boser is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Train is defending well for now.
Train avoiding damage as Boser throws knees to the body.
Train is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Boser to keep the fight standing.
Boser tries a knee to the head but Train blocks it.
#TD#
Train gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Boser wants to get back to his feet but Train passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Train is taking a breather. Boser 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.
Train looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1#
Boser on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Train tries to pass the half guard into mount. Boser knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Train is nestled in close to Boser, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Train throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Train is working for a submission of some sort.
#SU#
Train gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T2#
Boser tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Train scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Train is controlling the pace.
Train seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boser for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Train looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Train is taking a breather. Boser 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.
Train drops an elbow to the side of Boser's head.
Boser really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Train. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Train is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Train looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Train drops an elbow to the side of Boser's head. #T4#
Train controlling the action here.
Train definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Train wants to pass to mount but Boser is defending the position.
Train thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boser's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Train is looking for a kimura but Boser is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Train to get the leverage.
Train controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train 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##TD#
Train dives in and scores a takedown into Boser's guard.
Boser preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Train throws a big elbow that misses.
Train throws a big right hand that misses.
Marshall Train overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Train controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T1#
Train throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Train is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boser can do to turn this around?#TD#
Train dives in and scores a takedown into Boser's guard.
Train throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Train's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Train stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boser swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Train pushes down on Boser's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Train thows a huge punch but Boser dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Train is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Boser sees it coming and defends easily.
Train stalling.
Train has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Train landing strikes from the mount.
Boser is breathing heavily.
Train landing strikes, looking to finish!
Train controlling from the full mount.
Train lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Train tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Train has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Train 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.
Train is landing with some decent strikes but Boser is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boser takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
BOOM! Train connects with a massive shot to the dome!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Train shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Train was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Boser throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Boser fails with an attempt to clinch.
Boser is looking to clinch but Train is avoiding it.
#CL#
Boser tries to keep at a distance but Train has taken the fight into the clinch.
Train managing to block the knees to the body from Boser.
Boser misses with a knee strike.
#TD#
Train has picked Boser up - he's going for a ride! Train dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Train thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boser takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Train looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Train.#T1#
Train lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Train working over Boser with some ground and pound. Boser looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Train seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Train looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Train lands with a punch from half guard.
Train scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Train is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2##SUB#
Train has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Boser defend it? Train steps over the head and cranks it - Boser is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Train!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marshall Train!
Tanner Boser was interviewed post fight and said 'fuck shit fuck man, i want to masturbate'.
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Event:
RRFC 32: Bennett vs Haggar II
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Rutten takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rutten dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot by Rutten.
Train on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rutten moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rutten drops Train with a naaaaasty hook - Train is in real trouble here! Rutten dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sebastian Rutten!
A relieved looking Sebastian Rutten 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:
RRFC Fight Night 24
Date: Feb 28, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Jaktic closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Train jumps into guard, dragging Jaktic to the mat.
Train looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jaktic is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Train had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jaktic defends it easily.
Jaktic must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Train looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jaktic is one step ahead there.
Jaktic trying to control but Train is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train seems keen to control Jaktic's posture.#SUB#
Train working for a triangle but Jaktic defends it easily.
#T1#
Train is trying to keep Jaktic in close.
Jaktic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jaktic trying to control the position from guard on top but Train is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaktic with a nice head shot there.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jaktic trying to control but Train is working from the bottom.
Train lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jaktic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Train trying to control the position from guard on top but Jaktic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Train is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jaktic wants to stand but Train is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jaktic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Jaktic wants to get back to his feet but Train passes into half guard.
Jaktic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jaktic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've been informed that Jaktic has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Train slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Train has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Train landing some decent shots from guard.
Jaktic is trying to control the position but Train postures up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jaktic wants to get back to his feet but Train is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Train looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Train 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. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Train misses with a takedown attempt - Jaktic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jaktic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Train is fending him off so far but Jaktic persists. Nope, Train circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Jaktic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Train to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Train makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Train tries to free his leg and advance position but Jaktic is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jaktic working for submissions but it's allowed Train to get to half guard.
Jaktic pushes Train off looking to stand but Train dives back in and keeps control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train 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##TD#
Train scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Train working away.
Train staying calm.
Jaktic sneaks back into half guard.
Train prevents Jaktic from standing back up.
Train keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaktic wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Train stalling.
Train wants to free his trapped foot but Jaktic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Train is trying to control. Jaktic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaktic dives in and grabs Train's left leg, looking for a takedown. Train pushes down on Jaktic's head and hops out.
No luck for Jaktic with that takedown attempt.
Jaktic lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Train looks for a takedown but Jaktic sprawls well.
William Jaktic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##TD#
Train throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Jaktic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Train is in Jaktic's guard.
Jaktic throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Train preventing the sweep.
Jaktic being controlled here, momentarily.
Jaktic keeping moving, preventing Train from controlling successfully.
Train has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Jaktic is proving hard to escape from.
Train trying to control but Jaktic is working from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#T3#
Jaktic is pulling down on Train's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A punch combination from Train misses.
Jaktic changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jaktic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Train tries to close the distance and clinch but Jaktic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Train instigates a clinch.
Jaktic tries to score a body lock takedown but Train shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Marshall Train has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of William Jaktic.
Train tries for a takedown but Jaktic manages to get underhooks.
Train is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jaktic can do to turn this around?
Jaktic goes for a takedown attempt but Train pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jaktic leaves Train with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Train fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Train shoots in looking for a takedown. Jaktic tries to sprawl out of it but Train keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jaktic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Jaktic closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Jaktic trying to control the action but Train is working from the bottom.
Train misses with an elbow from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jaktic lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Jaktic lands some shots froms side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but William Jaktic 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#
Jaktic misses with a takedown attempt - Train sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Train scores with a takedown into Jaktic's guard.
Marshall Train overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jaktic is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Jaktic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Train doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Train manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Train drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Train jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jaktic is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Train is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jaktic is aware though and is defending well.
Jaktic trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Train pulls Jaktic in close to prevent any damage.
Train not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jaktic trying to control the position from guard on top but Train is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Train is trying to keep Jaktic in close.
#T2#
Train keeping moving, preventing Jaktic from controlling successfully.
Jaktic won't allow Train to get back to his feet.
Jaktic tries to free his leg and advance position but Train is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaktic gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Train counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Train.
Train has a couple of punches blocked by Jaktic.
Jaktic tries for a takedown. No joy.
Marshall Train has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of William Jaktic.
Jaktic tries to break the clinch but Train is controlling the position.
Jaktic tries to score a body lock takedown but Train shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Train holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Jaktic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Train gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T3##TD#
Train ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Train no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Jaktic wants to control from the top but Train keeps moving.
Train wants to sweep but no luck.
Train is controlling Jaktic's posture.#SUB#
Train is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jaktic is aware though and is defending well.
Train preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Train escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jaktic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jaktic pushes down on Train's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Train makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Train.
Train is looking to sweep but instead, Jaktic has passed into half guard.
Jaktic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Train does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jaktic prevents Train from improving his position.
Train is controlling Jaktic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marshall Train showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Train 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marshall Train!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 26
Date: Jan 31, 2020 |
#R1#
Ilic tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Train manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Train keeps the fight on the outside.
Train attempts a counter takedown but Ilic avoids it well and moves away.
A combination from Train does no damage.
Train misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ilic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Train.#TD#
Ilic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Train to score an easy takedown into full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ilic can do anything to dispel that myth.
Train is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Train 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ilic wants to get back to his feet but Train is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Train tries to stand but Ilic is controlling from the bottom. #T1#
Train 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.
Train is looking to stand up but Ilic won't let him.
Train postures up in Ilic's guard and throws a big left but Ilic blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Train throws a shot to the body.
Train has a takedown stuffed.
Ilic dodges the punch combination from Train.
#T2#
Train throws a push kick but Ilic slaps the foot to one side.
Ilic moves in looking to clinch but Train pushes him off.#TD#
Train manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ilic on his heels. He'll look to pass Ilic's guard now, I'm sure.
Train wants to get up but he can't break Ilic's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ilic wants to get back to his feet but Train is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've been hearing that Train has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Train scoring with some ground and pound.
Ilic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Train. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Train is stalling in the full guard.
Train chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Train working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Train controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Train missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Train passes into half guard.
Train content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Train closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Ilic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Train.
Train throwing shots but Ilic is blocking nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Train seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Train works his foot free and advances to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Train tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Ilic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ilic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Train fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ilic checks it well. #CL#
Ilic tries to keep at a distance but Train has taken the fight into the clinch.
Train tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC#
Train escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Train tries to clinch but Ilic moves out of range.
Train shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ilic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ilic wants it to stay on the feet.
Ilic tries to clinch up but Train circles away and keeps his distance.
Ilic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train moves in looking to clinch but Ilic pushes him off.
Ilic jabs at Train's body.
Train shoots in looking for a takedown. Ilic tries to sprawl out of it but Train keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Ilic 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 Marshall Train. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Ilic tries to clinch up but Train circles away and keeps his distance.
Ilic misses with a series of wild punches.
Train avoids a punch combination nicely.
Train tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ilic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Train somewhat.
Ilic avoids a kick to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Ilic misses.#CL#
Train forces Ilic back against the ropes and clinches.
Ilic prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ilic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ilic misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Train manages to break the clinch.
#T2##TD#
Train gets a double leg takedown into Ilic's guard.
Train is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Train missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Train slips nicely into half guard.
Train wants to stand but Ilic has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Ilic taking some punishment here, with Train in his half guard.
Marshall Train overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Train seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ilic won't allow Train to pass to mount.
Ilic is breathing heavily.
Train seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Train is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ilic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Train thows a huge punch but Ilic dodges it nicely.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Train is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ilic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Train.
Still in half guard, Train seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Train seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Train slips under a jab from Ilic.
Train will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD#
Train shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ilic manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Train controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Train pushing down on Ilic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ilic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Train.
Ilic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Train is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ilic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Train. #T1#
Train sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ilic defending well though.
Train perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Train is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Train looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ilic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Still in half guard, Train seems content to control.
Train tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Ilic.
Train performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Ilic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Train. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Train swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Train changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ilic tries to avoid it but Train manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ilic to the ground. Ilic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Luka Ilic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ilic lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Train backs up against the ropes.
#CL2#
Ilic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Train breaks the clinch.
Train shoots in for a double leg but Ilic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marshall Train. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Train fails in his attempt to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Ilic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ilic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Ilic clinches with his opponent.
Ilic swings wildly with an uppercut but Train uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ilic has a couple of punches blocked by Train.
Ilic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Train breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ilic tries to clinch but Train moves out of range. #TD#
Train drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Train scores with punches from side control.
Luka Ilic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall Train is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Train is staying tight to Ilic's torso, preventing him from escaping.
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 Marshall Train.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Train, 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marshall Train!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 23
Date: Jan 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Ryan or perhaps it was just good defense by Train, which made it look bad.
Ryan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD2#
Train gets the takedown into side control.
Ryan is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Train swings around for an armbar but Ryan sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Train's guard.
Ryan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Train is pulling down on Ryan's head to control his posture.
Ryan 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.
Train looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ryan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Train wants to sweep but no luck.
Train keeping moving, preventing Ryan from controlling successfully. #T1#
Ryan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Train is keeping the position for now.
Ryan postures up in Train's guard and throws a big left but Train blocks it. #SUB2#
Ryan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Train tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Train avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ryan trying to control but Train is working from the bottom.
Train is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ryan is controlling him. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ryan wants to control from the top but Train keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ryan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jake Ryan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ryan misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2#
Train throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ryan was covering up waiting for the punch and Train finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Train is in close to Ryan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ryan wants to sweep here but Train controlling him for the moment.
Train scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Train is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Train drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Train jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Train is looking to stand up but Ryan won't let him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Train throws a leg kick but Ryan moved away.
Train throws a head kick that misses.
We've been informed that Train has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Train throws a right hand that Ryan ducks under and follows up with a left that Ryan also avoids with ease.
Ryan looks to land a combination. Train sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ryan is defended easily by Train.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Ryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Train finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ryan shoots in for a takedown but Train shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Train tries a quick counter leg kick but Ryan is wise to it.
Ryan has a takedown stuffed.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ryan shoots in looking for a takedown but Train manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ryan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Train throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ryan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Train is in Ryan's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train 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#
Train swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ryan moves in looking to clinch but Train pushes him off.#TD2#
Train manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ryan on his heels. He'll look to pass Ryan's guard now, I'm sure.
Ryan trying to keep a closed guard but Train is proving a slippery customer.
Train controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ryan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryan working a defensive guard but Train passes into half guard.
Ryan wants to improve his position but Train is controlling well.
#T1##SUB2#
Train wants to work for an arm triangle but Ryan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ryan is looking to improve his position.
Train drops an elbow to the side of Ryan's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Train with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Train is looking for a kimura but Ryan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Train to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Train lands with a punch from half guard.
Train prevents Ryan from improving his position.
Train is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ryan!
Ryan is trying to escape the mount.
Train looking to control and managing it successfully.
Train is continuing to stall.#T3#
Train trying to control but Ryan is having none of it.
The referee warns Ryan that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Train unloading with bombs!
Ryan tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Train controlling his opponent.
Ryan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Train controlling from the full mount.
Train unloading with bombs!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ryan is looking to improve his position but Train isn't that keen on the idea.
Train is landing with some decent strikes but Ryan is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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#
Ryan tries for a takedown but Train sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Train releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Train leaves Ryan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Train is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ryan's half guard.
Ryan won't allow Train to pass to mount.
Ryan has a hand on Train's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Train takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Train content just to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1##SUB2#
Train wants to finish this one by submission but Ryan is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Train.
Ryan takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Train wants to stand but Ryan is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
#SUB2#
Train looking for a guillotine from mount but Ryan is having none of it.
Ryan is desperately trying to improve his position but Train has a good base and remains in mount.
Marshall Train has got the better of the ground game so far.
Train raining down hammerfists from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Train is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ryan can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ryan is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#T2#
Train controlling the position easily from mount.
Train looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ryan is trying to escape the mount.
#SU2#
Train is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Train fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Ryan moves in looking to clinch but Train pushes him off.#TD2#
Train bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Train tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Train tries to stand but Ryan controls the position and pulls Train into his guard.
Ryan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Train works over Ryan with some ground and pound from guard.
Train pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryan is keeping the position for now.
Train is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Train controlling from the top position.
Train trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ryan's guard.
Train stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ryan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Train lands a couple of digs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Train 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.
Jake Ryan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall Train is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Train's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marshall Train comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Train 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marshall Train!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 20
Date: Dec 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Train defends well against a solid takedown attempt from James.
James closes this distance looking for a takedown but Train circles away.#CL2#
Train clinches.
Train scores with a hook to the body.
Train misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from James.
Train keeps control of James as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Train looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
James trying to control the position but instead, Train has worked for underhooks and has pushed James into the cage.#BC#
James breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is looking to clinch but Train is avoiding it.
As James backs off Train throws a huge counter combo but James manages to avoid it all.
James displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Train.
Train gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and James counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
James looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Train is fending him off so far but James persists. Nope, Train circles away and we're back to standing.
James sets himself, and Train steps forward looking for the clinch! James avoids it this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Able James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James closes this distance looking for a takedown but Train circles away.
James fails with the takedown.
James shoots in for a double leg but Train sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Train is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
James shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Train but Train pushes him off and we're back to square one.
James is breathing heavily.
Nice takedown defense from James. No joy for Train on that attempt.
As Train looks to move away, James throws a big counter combo but Train just gets out of the way.#TD2#
Train closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. James did well to prevent Train getting side control.
James pushes Train off but Train dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James trying to remain calm as Train controls from the top position.
Let's hope that Train has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Train tries to move to mount but James blocks the move with his legs.
Train content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
It looks like Train might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Train tries to stand but James is controlling his head. #T3#
Train looks up at the clock and then as James takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Train smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
James tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Train wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
James stops Train from passing to mount. #SU2#
Train decides to stand back up. Train steps back and let's James get back to his feet.
James shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Despite the aggression on Train's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
James tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Train paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4##TD2#
Train shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
James trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Train with shots to the head and body - James looks very uncomfortable down there.
James working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Train cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Train working James over with strikes here. #CUT2#
It looks like Able James has been cut.
Train landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Able James's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD2#
Train closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Train is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Train is sneakily working for an arm triangle but James sees it coming and defends easily.
James is looking for a sweep. Train is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Train 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.
James is looking for a sweep. Train 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.
Train is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#
Able James's cut is getting worse.
Train has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
James tries to roll over but Train keeps him under control.
James wants to control but Train is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Train passes to side control.
Train tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Train controls the position from side control.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
James is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Train thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
James trying to remain calm as Train controls from the top position.#T3#
You can see the frustration on James's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Train shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Train works his foot free and advances to mount.
Train punishing his opponent with strikes. #CUT2#
Able James's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
James tries to hold on but Train postures up.
James tries to reverse the position but Train maintains control.#T4#
Train tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
James looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Train has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
James is trapped and Train is scoring with shots to the head and body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
James defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Train keeps control of the position easily here as James tries to buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marshall Train showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Able James's cut.
That's time! James's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Train shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches James napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Train just content to control the position.
Train passes to full mount! That's big trouble for James!
James regains half guard.
Train 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Train takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Train trying to pass the guard but James defending well. #T1#
James is trying to maintain the position but Train is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Train in particular looking to stall.
Train working the head and body with strikes. #CUT2#
Jeez, Able James's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Able James's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marshall Train!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Train walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Train fails to land the takedown.
An inside leg kick from Train misses.
Frazier throws a body punch but Train moves out of range.
Frazier scores with a jab.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Train.
BOOM! Frazier lands a beautiful left hook that drops Train. Train tries to recover but Frazier is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Train lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derrick Frazier!
Derrick Frazier was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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