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Event:
SMASH: Railio vs Frewin
Date: Mar 31, 2024 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mjölnir sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Akerfeldt somewhat.
Akerfeldt moves out of range of the strikes.
Mjölnir throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Akerfeldt moves out of range of the body kick.
Mjölnir takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mjölnir takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mjölnir with the inside leg kick.
Mjölnir misses with a kick to the body
and Akerfeldt counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mjölnir lands a leg kick that knocks Akerfeldt off balance momentarily.
Akerfeldt throws out a loose jab but Mjölnir uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mjölnir lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akerfeldt dodges the punch combination from Mjölnir.
Mjölnir misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Akerfeldt misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akerfeldt connects with a looping right hand.
#T1#
Donk. Akerfeldt catches Mjölnir right on the button with a cross.#ROC#Mjölnir is rocked!
Mjölnir has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Akerfeldt pounces like a tiger and cracks Mjölnir with a vicious hook! Mjölnir is down but not out! Akerfeldt follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
In his post fight interview, Bjorn Akerfeldt started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SMASH: Rocksaw vs Khan
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt ducks under a wild hook from Randriamaholison.
Randriamaholison moves out of range of the strikes.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch but Akerfeldt moves out of range.
Randriamaholison has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Akerfeldt throws a hook but Randriamaholison blocks it.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akerfeldt jabs Randriamaholison right on the nose. Randriamaholison blinks but takes it well.
Randriamaholison throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Akerfeldt counter with a right hand.
Randriamaholison gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Akerfeldt with a jab.
Akerfeldt throws out a loose jab but Randriamaholison uses good head movement to avoid it.
Akerfeldt moves out of range of the strikes.
Akerfeldt scores with a jab to the jaw.
Akerfeldt lands with an overhand left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Randriamaholison has managed to clinch.
Randriamaholison is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
Randriamaholison's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.#T1#
Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Randriamaholison avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Randriamaholison has Akerfeldt pressed against the cage.
Akerfeldt tries to score a body lock takedown but Randriamaholison shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Akerfeldt manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Akerfeldt is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Randriamaholison wants to stand but Akerfeldt is controlling his posture from full guard.
Randriamaholison is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Akerfeldt is trying to keep Randriamaholison in close.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Randriamaholison wants to get up but he can't break Akerfeldt's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Akerfeldt looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randriamaholison.
Randriamaholison misses with a straight right.
Randriamaholison is looking to clinch but Akerfeldt is avoiding it.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.
Randriamaholison gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akerfeldt wants to take the fight to the mat but Randriamaholison manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T3##TD#
Akerfeldt has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Randriamaholison clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Akerfeldt trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Randriamaholison is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for the choke from the back position but Randriamaholison is controlling his hands well.
Randriamaholison is trying to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt has full control of the position and if anything, Randriamaholison has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Randriamaholison prevents Akerfeldt from getting a body triangle.
Randriamaholison is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Akerfeldt off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Randriamaholison is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for the choke but no joy. #T4#
Randriamaholison is trying to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt has full control of the position and if anything, Randriamaholison has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Randriamaholison defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Akerfeldt's arms.
Randriamaholison is trying to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bjorn Akerfeldt dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt throws an overhand right that lands on Randriamaholison's shoulder, as Randriamaholison tries to avoid the shot.
Randriamaholison swinging wildly here.
Akerfeldt avoids the head kick by Randriamaholison.
Akerfeldt moves out of range as Randriamaholison strikes.
Akerfeldt is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Randriamaholison pushes Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
Randriamaholison taking a breather.
Akerfeldt has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Randriamaholison after a bit of a struggle.
Akerfeldt looking for a takedown.
Randriamaholison gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randriamaholison holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randriamaholison pushes Akerfeldt back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Randriamaholison is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1#
Randriamaholison lands with a short shot to the head.
Akerfeldt is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Akerfeldt tries to keep at a distance but Randriamaholison has taken the fight into the clinch.
Akerfeldt has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Randriamaholison after a bit of a struggle.
Randriamaholison prevents the takedown attempt.
Randriamaholison is pressed up against the cage. Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Randriamaholison down to the mat. Randriamaholison avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Akerfeldt looks to land a left hand but Randriamaholison moved out of range nicely.
Randriamaholison connects with a nice looking jab.
A jab from Akerfeldt misses.
Randriamaholison gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Akerfeldt makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#CL2#
Randriamaholison gets a clinch. #BC2#
Randriamaholison's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Randriamaholison moves in looking to clinch but Akerfeldt pushes him off.
Randriamaholison is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Akerfeldt throws a looping overhand right but Randriamaholison ducks down to avoid it.
Akerfeldt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch up but Akerfeldt circles away and keeps his distance.
Akerfeldt paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randriamaholison misses with a straight left.
Bjorn Akerfeldt is winning the standup battle so far.
Randriamaholison uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Randriamaholison circles away easily
and Randriamaholison counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Randriamaholison blocks a jab.
Nice straight punches there by Randriamaholison. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Randriamaholison.
Akerfeldt throws an overhand right that lands on Randriamaholison's shoulder, as Randriamaholison tries to avoid the shot.
Randriamaholison misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randriamaholison dips to his left and cracks Akerfeldt with an uppercut!
Randriamaholison slips under a jab.
Akerfeldt tries to move into range but Randriamaholison moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL2#
Randriamaholison moves into range and clinches up with Akerfeldt.#T3#
Randriamaholison stops a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks from the clinch.
Akerfeldt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Akerfeldt misses with an uppercut.
Akerfeldt is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Akerfeldt misses with a right hand
and Randriamaholison connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Randriamaholison moves away from the strike by Akerfeldt. #CL2#
Randriamaholison has taken the fight to the clinch.
Akerfeldt is working for takedown but Randriamaholison is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Randriamaholison manages to break the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Randriamaholison blocks the leg kick.
Randriamaholison throws a looping overhand right but Akerfeldt ducks down to avoid it. #KD2#
Randriamaholison cracks Akerfeldt with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Akerfeldt looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away can Randriamaholison finish him?
Boniface Randriamaholison is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Akerfeldt finds it's way through Randriamaholison's defenses.
Randriamaholison tries to close the distance and clinch up but Akerfeldt swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4##CL2#
Randriamaholison forces Akerfeldt back against the cage and clinches.
Boniface Randriamaholison seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Akerfeldt changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Randriamaholison fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Randriamaholison staying out of range there.
A nice side step and Randriamaholison releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Randriamaholison instigates a clinch.
Akerfeldt drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Randriamaholison is pressed up against the cage. Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Randriamaholison down to the mat. Randriamaholison avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Randriamaholison has Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
Akerfeldt drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Randriamaholison gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Akerfeldt drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boniface Randriamaholison showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Randriamaholison is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Randriamaholison clinches up with Akerfeldt and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks from the clinch.
Randriamaholison tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Akerfeldt paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Randriamaholison walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Randriamaholison swings for the body but Akerfeldt moves out of range.
Randriamaholison moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Randriamaholison moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.
Randriamaholison's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC2#
Randriamaholison manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randriamaholison throws a hook but Akerfeldt blocks it.#CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.
Randriamaholison controlling the action here for a moment.
#T1#
Akerfeldt is trying to drag Randriamaholison to the mat but Randriamaholison just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Akerfeldt is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks the clinch.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch up.
Randriamaholison moves forwards but Akerfeldt connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Akerfeldt moves out of range of the leg kick from Randriamaholison.
Akerfeldt throws an overhand right that lands on Randriamaholison's shoulder, as Randriamaholison tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt avoids the head kick by Randriamaholison.
A little feinted left hand from Akerfeldt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Akerfeldt throws a hook to the side of Randriamaholison's head but Randriamaholison sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randriamaholison is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Akerfeldt thuds his right hand into Randriamaholison's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Randriamaholison has taken the fight to the clinch.
Akerfeldt wants to take the fight to the mat but Randriamaholison manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akerfeldt can't get the takedown.
Randriamaholison lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akerfeldt backwards.
Akerfeldt wants to take the fight to the mat but Randriamaholison manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Randriamaholison swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Akerfeldt scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Akerfeldt looking to control but instead Randriamaholison has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Randriamaholison is trying to stand up here but Akerfeldt is controlling him well. #T3##ES2#
Randriamaholison pushes Akerfeldt off and gets back to his feet.
Akerfeldt throws a lazy right hand but Randriamaholison sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randriamaholison has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Randriamaholison stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Akerfeldt.
Randriamaholison misses the jab.
Randriamaholison tries to move into range but Akerfeldt moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Akerfeldt misses the target.
Akerfeldt fails with the takedown.
Randriamaholison throws out a counter right but Akerfeldt avoids it with no problem.
Akerfeldt looks to land a left hand but Randriamaholison moved out of range nicely.
Akerfeldt lands with an uppercut that bounces Randriamaholison off the cage and back into range.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch up.#T4##CL2#
Randriamaholison closes the distance and clinches.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown. No joy.
Randriamaholison controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC2#
Randriamaholison breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randriamaholison swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Akerfeldt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Randriamaholison misses its intended target.
Randriamaholison tries to clinch but Akerfeldt moves out of range.
Akerfeldt walks into a jab.
Randriamaholison looks to land a left hand but Akerfeldt moved out of range nicely.
Randriamaholison scores with a decent looking hook.
Randriamaholison slips a straight right by Akerfeldt.
Randriamaholison looks to clinch
and Akerfeldt counters with a straight right hand.
Randriamaholison walks into a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boniface Randriamaholison comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Randriamaholison has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boniface Randriamaholison! |
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Event:
SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Barrels
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Akerfeldt there as he acknowledges the shot.
Akerfeldt takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Akerfeldt changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Higgins tries to avoid it but Akerfeldt manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Higgins to the ground. Higgins escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akerfeldt lands a nice leg kick that just misses Higgins's sensitive parts.
Akerfeldt throws a lazy right hand but Higgins sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Higgins appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Akerfeldt keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Higgins.#TD#
Akerfeldt scores with a takedown into Higgins's guard.
Akerfeldt postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Akerfeldt is looking to work some ground and pound but Higgins has wrist control.
Higgins keeping moving, preventing Akerfeldt from controlling successfully.
Higgins really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akerfeldt. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Higgins is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom. #T1#
Akerfeldt is pushing down on Higgins's leg trying to pass to half guard. Higgins is fighting to maintain full guard but Akerfeldt has managed to sneak the leg through.
Akerfeldt working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Higgins's thigh. Higgins counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Higgins keeping full guard, as Akerfeldt tries to pass.
Akerfeldt trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Akerfeldt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Akerfeldt trying to move into half guard but instead Higgins has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Akerfeldt working a defensive guard here.
Akerfeldt bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Higgins's guard. #REVR#
Akerfeldt trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Akerfeldt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Akerfeldt trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Akerfeldt stands and throws Higgins's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Higgins is not content to let Akerfeldt control the position.
Higgins is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Akerfeldt trying to control the action but Higgins is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akerfeldt remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Akerfeldt has hold of Higgins's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Higgins seems comfortable defending it but Akerfeldt has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Higgins is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Higgins is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Akerfeldt couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 184
Date: Dec 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tosanesti misses with an attempted mid kick.
Akerfeldt misses with a hook.
Akerfeldt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tosanesti lands a nice leg kick that just misses Akerfeldt's sensitive parts.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tosanesti. Akerfeldt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Akerfeldt jabs Tosanesti right on the nose. Tosanesti blinks but takes it well.
Akerfeldt throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Akerfeldt throws a hook but Tosanesti avoids it easily.
Tosanesti scores with a leg kick.
Tosanesti throws a predictable looking body shot
and Akerfeldt counters with a straight right hand.
Jab by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tosanesti moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Tosanesti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Akerfeldt takes a shot to the head.
Tosanesti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tosanesti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tosanesti misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Tosanesti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Tosanesti.
Akerfeldt wants to take the fight to the mat but Tosanesti manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tosanesti digs a right hand underneath Akerfeldt's ribcage. Akerfeldt let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from Tosanesti fails to land.
Tosanesti has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tosanesti gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt is trying to drag Tosanesti to the mat but Tosanesti just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Chris Tosanesti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt tries to score a body lock takedown but Tosanesti shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tosanesti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Akerfeldt looking for a takedown. #BC#
Tosanesti's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tosanesti tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Akerfeldt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tosanesti scores with a kick to the body.
Akerfeldt looks winded!
Akerfeldt avoids a kick to the body.
#T2#
Tosanesti moves out of range as Akerfeldt strikes.
Akerfeldt misses with a left hand
and Tosanesti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tosanesti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Akerfeldt tries to score with a low kick but Tosanesti moves his leg out of the way.
Tosanesti is looking to wear down Akerfeldt with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tosanesti works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tosanesti digs a good hook to Akerfeldt's body.
Tosanesti looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Akerfeldt throws a good cross that connects.
Tosanesti just misses with a punch to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tosanesti.
Akerfeldt has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tosanesti.
Tosanesti paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#KD#
Tosanesti sends Akerfeldt crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tosanesti is motioning to the referee to let Akerfeldt up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Akerfeldt is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Tosanesti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akerfeldt was well out of range. Poor timing from Tosanesti.
Tosanesti lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Akerfeldt falls backwards - clearly groggy! Tosanesti dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chris Tosanesti!
A victorious Chris Tosanesti 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:
ENIGMA 183
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt slips a jab from Krawlee.
Akerfeldt lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT#It looks like Kree P Krawlee has been cut.
Akerfeldt scores with a nice head shot.
Akerfeldt connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Krawlee misses with a straight right.
Akerfeldt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Akerfeldt dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Krawlee. That did some damage!
Akerfeldt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Krawlee to score with a decent uppercut.
Akerfeldt keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Akerfeldt misses with an uppercut.
Akerfeldt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krawlee misses with a hook.
Akerfeldt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Krawlee.
Akerfeldt tests Krawlee's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD#
Akerfeldt drops his shoulder and cracks Krawlee with a huge uppercut! Krawlee goes down! Can Akerfeldt finish him?
#ROC#Krawlee is rocked!
Akerfeldt passes Krawlee's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Krawlee is still in real trouble! Can Akerfeldt finish him?
Akerfeldt is controlling the pace.
Krawlee felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Krawlee moves into full guard.
Krawlee seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Akerfeldt sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Krawlee's guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Krawlee is doing well to control the position and prevent Akerfeldt from advancing to side control.
Krawlee wants to get back to full guard.
Akerfeldt frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Akerfeldt looking to control but Krawlee is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Akerfeldt is trying to take his opponent's back.
Krawlee reaches up to try and control the position but Akerfeldt seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Krawlee rolls and tries to escape and now Akerfeldt has his back!
#SUB#
Krawlee defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Akerfeldt's arms.
Krawlee tries to roll but Akerfeldt sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Krawlee is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for the choke from the back. #T3##SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for the choke from the back position but Krawlee is controlling his hands well.
Krawlee trying to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt is in full control for now.
Krawlee prevents Akerfeldt from getting a body triangle.
Akerfeldt has the hooks in. Krawlee is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Akerfeldt tightening his grip on Krawlee, looking for the choke.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Krawlee trying to control the position but Akerfeldt manages to sink in the hooks. #T4#
Krawlee tries to roll but Akerfeldt sticks to his back.
Krawlee trying to control the position but Akerfeldt manages to sink in the hooks.
Krawlee is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Krawlee wants to get back to his feet.
Krawlee wants to escape the position.
Akerfeldt wants to control but Krawlee is keeping busy.#SUB#
Akerfeldt working for a choke but Krawlee is defending well.
Akerfeldt controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bjorn Akerfeldt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kree P Krawlee's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt misses the jab.
Akerfeldt throws a hook to the side of Krawlee's head but Krawlee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Akerfeldt is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Krawlee throws a lazy right hand but Akerfeldt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Krawlee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krawlee just misses with a punch to the body.
Akerfeldt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Akerfeldt slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Krawlee.
As Krawlee backs away, Akerfeldt returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Akerfeldt lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Akerfeldt scores with a jab to the head.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab from Krawlee.
Krawlee misses with a lunging right hand
and Akerfeldt counters with a nice leg kick. #KD#
Akerfeldt drops Krawlee with a big left hand and mounts him. Krawlee is in big trouble!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krawlee really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Akerfeldt tries to control but Krawlee wriggling away. #T1#
Krawlee really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Akerfeldt with the ground and pound from mount.
Akerfeldt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Krawlee is looking to escape.
Akerfeldt will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Krawlee wants to control but Akerfeldt is having none of it.
Akerfeldt looking to control but Krawlee is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Krawlee is looking to improve his position but Akerfeldt isn't that keen on the idea.
Akerfeldt manages to capitalize on a mistake by Krawlee to take his back!#SUB#
Krawlee is trying to defend against the choke here but Akerfeldt has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Akerfeldt Tightens the hold and Krawlee taps out furiously! Akerfeldt displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
In his post fight interview, Bjorn Akerfeldt started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 182
Date: Nov 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Magomedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Magomedov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Maksud Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov misses the shot to the body.
Akerfeldt lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Akerfeldt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Akerfeldt.
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target. #TD#
Akerfeldt drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Akerfeldt will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akerfeldt misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Akerfeldt prevents Magomedov from escaping the position.
Akerfeldt trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to buck Akerfeldt off.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Akerfeldt trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Akerfeldt goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Akerfeldt but great work by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Magomedov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
Akerfeldt tries to improve position but can't.
Akerfeldt is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
You can see the frustration on Akerfeldt's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Magomedov wants to stand but Akerfeldt is controlling his arm.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Akerfeldt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Akerfeldt.#CL2#
Magomedov has Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
Magomedov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Akerfeldt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD#
Akerfeldt has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Magomedov regains guard immediately.
Akerfeldt pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has gone for a leg lock! Magomedov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Akerfeldt's guard.#REVB#
Akerfeldt wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Magomedov wants to stand but Akerfeldt has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Akerfeldt lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov wants to stand up but Akerfeldt is controlling him.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Maksud Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Akerfeldt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akerfeldt tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Akerfeldt takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Akerfeldt's head but Akerfeldt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov misses with a hook. Akerfeldt ducked under it nicely.
Akerfeldt is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Akerfeldt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Magomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Akerfeldt defends well and Magomedov ends up having to push Akerfeldt into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Akerfeldt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov scores with a decent looking hook.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut. Akerfeldt saw that one coming.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Akerfeldt slips the punch.
Magomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magomedov closes the distance but Akerfeldt moves to the side
and Akerfeldt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Akerfeldt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magomedov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Akerfeldt scrambles back to his feet.
Akerfeldt throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Akerfeldt throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Nice shot lands for Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Akerfeldt lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A lazy left from Akerfeldt finds it's target.
Magomedov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Akerfeldt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magomedov slips under a jab from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt connects with the punch.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akerfeldt manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Akerfeldt there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov throws a good cross that connects.
Akerfeldt lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Akerfeldt takes one on the button.
Akerfeldt is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Akerfeldt defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Akerfeldt appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Akerfeldt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Akerfeldt takes one to the side of the head.
#T2#
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Akerfeldt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Akerfeldt listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Akerfeldt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Akerfeldt stuffs the takedown.
Akerfeldt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Akerfeldt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Akerfeldt's head but Akerfeldt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov throws a lazy right hand but Akerfeldt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Magomedov pushes Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Akerfeldt turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt drags him back down.
Bjorn Akerfeldt overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Magomedov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Akerfeldt asserts his dominance and retains side control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov jabs Akerfeldt right on the nose. Akerfeldt blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Magomedov has managed to clinch.
Akerfeldt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Akerfeldt changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Magomedov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice defenses there by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Akerfeldt slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Akerfeldt moves out of range.
Akerfeldt is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Magomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Akerfeldt throwing a counter right hand but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov swinging wildly here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Maksud Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Akerfeldt's shoulder, as Akerfeldt tries to avoid the shot.
Akerfeldt attempts a counter takedown but Magomedov avoids it well and moves away.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Maksud Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov connects with a nice looking jab.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Magomedov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Akerfeldt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Akerfeldt swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Akerfeldt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Magomedov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Akerfeldt is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Magomedov to the mat. Magomedov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akerfeldt trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Akerfeldt pushes down on Magomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Akerfeldt is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Magomedov reverses the position - he's now on top in Akerfeldt's guard. #T1#
Magomedov is looking to stand up but Akerfeldt won't let him. #SUB#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Akerfeldt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Magomedov is looking to stand up but Akerfeldt won't let him.
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is looking to stand up but Akerfeldt won't let him.
Bjorn Akerfeldt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Akerfeldt looking to control.
Magomedov wants to stand but Akerfeldt has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Akerfeldt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Akerfeldt trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Akerfeldt throws a nice inside leg kick.
Akerfeldt lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov takes a swing at Akerfeldt's ribcage but misses.
Magomedov dips to his left and cracks Akerfeldt with an uppercut!
Akerfeldt scores with a decent looking hook.
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Akerfeldt appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T3##TD#
Akerfeldt shoots in and gets a takedown into Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has gone for a leg lock! Magomedov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Akerfeldt's guard.#REVB#
Akerfeldt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedov is one step ahead there. #T4#
Magomedov wants to get up but he can't break Akerfeldt's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Maksud Magomedov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
Akerfeldt throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Akerfeldt throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Akerfeldt loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Akerfeldt connects with a nice looking jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Maksud Magomedov.
I've got Magomedov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maksud Magomedov!
After winning the bout, Maksud Magomedov 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:
SPFT #11
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt tests Frost's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like Olaf Frost has been cut.
Good exchange - Akerfeldt coming out on top.
Akerfeldt lands with a straight right. Frost didn't see that one coming.
Frost's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Frost duly obliges. #CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Good standup being displayed there by Akerfeldt as he connects with a hook.
Frost pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Frost checks a low kick from Akerfeldt.
Frost is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Akerfeldt throws the left hand but Frost avoids the punch easily.
Akerfeldt scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Frost throws a shot to the body.
Frost throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Akerfeldt feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Frosts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#ROC2#Frost is rocked!#CUT2#Olaf Frost's cut is getting worse.
Frost misses with a double jab.
A punch lands to the side of Akerfeldt 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Akerfeldt throws a hook but Frost avoids it easily.#T1#
Akerfeldt throws a lazy right hand but Frost sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Frost on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Olaf Frost is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Frost swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Akerfeldt lands with a thumping leg kick.
Frost misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frost just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Akerfeldt misses.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Frost connects with a right hand. Akerfeldt shakes it off.
Frost ducks under a wild hook from Akerfeldt.
Frost rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Akerfeldt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Akerfeldt thows a left - swing and a miss!
Frost moves out of range as Akerfeldt strikes.#T2#
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Frost sprawls well. Frost wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Akerfeldt gets slowly back to his feet.
Frost with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Akerfeldt to score with a decent uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Frost staying out of range there.
Frost just misses with a punch to the body.
Frost takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Frost throws a poor cross that misses
and Akerfeldt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oh Frost is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Olaf Frost's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Akerfeldt lands an uppercut, right on the button! Frost tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
In defeat, Olaf Frost stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ill be back better'. |
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Event:
SPFT #5
Date: Aug 13, 2023 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt ducks under a wild hook from Washington.
A lazy left from Akerfeldt finds it's target.
Akerfeldt tests Washington's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Akerfeldt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Akerfeldt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Washington takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Akerfeldt cracks Washington with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Akerfeldt clobbers Washington with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #KD2#
Washington cracks Akerfeldt with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Akerfeldt looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away can Washington finish him?
#CUT2#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Xavier Washington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Washington throws the left hand but Akerfeldt avoids the punch easily.
Washington throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Akerfeldt counters with a nice double leg into side control. Washington won't be happy with that.
Akerfeldt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Washington keeps working.
Akerfeldt controls the position.
Akerfeldt wants to control but Washington is keeping him busy. #T1#
Washington wants to control but Akerfeldt postures up.
Akerfeldt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Washington keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akerfeldt laying and praying for a moment but Washington takes advantage and regains half guard.
Akerfeldt passes to full mount! #SUB#
Akerfeldt jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Washington manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T2#
Akerfeldt looks up at the clock and then as Washington takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Akerfeldt smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Akerfeldt creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Washington sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Akerfeldt controlling the position from side mount.
Washington really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akerfeldt. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Washington is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Washington parries the strikes from Akerfeldt easily there. Akerfeldt is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Washington to escape.
#T3##SUB#
Akerfeldt thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Akerfeldt trying to control the position but Washington is working away.
Washington felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Akerfeldt tries for a kimura but Washington is defending well.
Washington is trying to improve his position.
Akerfeldt wants to control but Washington is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Washington tries to bench press Akerfeldt off him but Akerfeldt keeps the position. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is trying to get an arm triangle but Washington is defending well. #SUB#
Akerfeldt tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Akerfeldt has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Akerfeldt throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bjorn Akerfeldt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A big right from Washington misses.
Washington misses with a wild body shot.
Washington throws a hook but Akerfeldt avoids it easily.
Washington misses with a leg kick
and Akerfeldt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Washington throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Akerfeldt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Washington looks to throw the jab but Akerfeldt is out of range.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Washington.
Washington takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab from Washington.
Akerfeldt scores with a hook.
Washington throws a wild body kick that Akerfeldt sees coming a mile off.
Nice straight punches there by Akerfeldt. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Akerfeldt.
Xavier Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Washington misses with a body kick.
Akerfeldt connects with the punch.
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!
Washington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Washington wants it to stay on the feet.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Washington throws a body shot but no joy.
Washington throws a good cross that connects.
Washington stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Akerfeldt.
Washington misses with a right hand
letting Akerfeldt counter with a right hand.
Washington throws a poor cross that misses
and Akerfeldt counters with a straight right hand.
Washington misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Washington throws a jab when Akerfeldt was well out of range.
Washington thows a leg kick but Akerfeldt checks it #TD#
and Akerfeldt counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Akerfeldt is keen to just control but Washington is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Akerfeldt wants to work for an arm triangle but Washington is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Washington is trying to maintain the position but Akerfeldt is very close to passing his half guard.
Akerfeldt sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Washington defending well though.
Washington is looking to control Akerfeldt's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Washington avoid being mounted?
Washington avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Akerfeldt. #T2#
Washington is not content to let Akerfeldt control the position.
Washington tries to roll over but Akerfeldt keeps him under control.
Akerfeldt sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Washington defending well though.
Akerfeldt not doing much here.
Washington has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Akerfeldt is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Akerfeldt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Washington can do to turn this around?#T3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Washington.
Washington throws a shot from downtown. Akerfeldt moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Akerfeldt misses the target.
Nice cross by Washington.
Washington closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A jab from Akerfeldt does it's job there.
Washington misses with the combination.
Akerfeldt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Washington.
Akerfeldt ducks under a wild hook from Washington.
Akerfeldt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Washington momentarily.
Washington takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Washington steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Washington defending well as Akerfeldt loads up on a big left hand.
Washington looks to land a left hand but Akerfeldt moved out of range nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Washington does no damage.
Washington moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Washington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Washington misses with a hook
enabling Akerfeldt to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Washington looks to throw the jab but Akerfeldt is out of range. #KD#
Washington ducks straight into an uppercut from Akerfeldt and tumbles to the canvas! Its a flash knockdown though - Washington manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC#Washington is rocked!
Akerfeldt trying to control the position from guard on top but Washington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Washington is still in real trouble! Can Akerfeldt finish him?
Akerfeldt postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Akerfeldt throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Washington seems to have recovered his senses.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Washington can do anything to dispel that myth.
Akerfeldt works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Akerfeldt throwing shots but Washington is blocking nicely.
Akerfeldt trying to control the action but Washington is working from the bottom.
Washington keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bjorn Akerfeldt dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Washington walks into a straight right hand from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it.
Akerfeldt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Washington.
Akerfeldt lands with a cross.
Akerfeldt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Washington.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Washington.
An attempted straight right counter from Akerfeldt misses the target.
Washington cracks Akerfeldt with an open hand slap.
Washington takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Washington delivers a nice body kick.
Akerfeldt throws out a loose jab but Washington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Washington misses the jab.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab from Washington.
Akerfeldt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A big left from Akerfeldt misses.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab.
Akerfeldt avoids the body shot from Washington.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Akerfeldt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Washington! But no joy.
A left and a right from Washington both land. Nice combination. #T1#
Washington scores with a jab. Akerfeldt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Washington misses with an uppercut
and Akerfeldt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
No joy there for Washington, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Washington takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Akerfeldt misses with a straight left.
Xavier Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Washington throws a jab when Akerfeldt was well out of range.
Washington takes a jab right on the kisser.
Washington misses with a looping right.
Some wild striking there from Washington.
Washington lands a nice shot to the body.
Washington swings for the body but Akerfeldt moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Akerfeldt.
Washington misses with a looping right.
Washington throws a jab but it's blocked by Akerfeldt.
The crowd cheers as Akerfeldt lands an impressive looking overhand right. Washington doesn't seem phased though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akerfeldt connects with a good right hand that stumbles Washington. Washington circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Washington throws a combination that misses
and Akerfeldt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Akerfeldt walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Washington drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Akerfeldt swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Washington's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CWC 397
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Panda One! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
One closes the distance and clinches.
One is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Akerfeldt to keep the fight standing.
One tries to pull guard but Akerfeldt forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.#TD2#
Akerfeldt gets control of One's arms and successfully pulls guard. Akerfeldt will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
One showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Akerfeldt wants to sweep here but One controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Akerfeldt looking to control but One passes into half guard.
#T1#
Akerfeldt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of One's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take One's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: One (0) vs (4) Akerfeldt
One trying to control the action but Akerfeldt just sinks the hooks in.
Our spies down at at Vale Tudo NY inform us that Akerfeldt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
One tries to escape the position.
One might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
One preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Akerfeldt. #SUB2#
One fending off the submission attempt from Akerfeldt. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. One is defending well though. Akerfeldt let's go of the attempt for now.#T2#
One trying to control the position but Akerfeldt manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt working for the choke. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but One has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is persistently looking for the submission but One is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
One is holding onto Akerfeldt's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a choke. One gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. One manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: One (2) vs (4) Akerfeldt
One pushes down on Akerfeldt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but One is controlling well.
#T4#
Akerfeldt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. One is working away from the top position though.
Well, if One 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.
Akerfeldt trying to control here.
Akerfeldt manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
One is stalling in the full guard. #T5#
One postures up.
Akerfeldt being controlled here, momentarily.
Akerfeldt is trying to keep One in close.
#T6#
Akerfeldt working a defensive guard but One passes into half guard.
One passes into side control, despite Akerfeldt's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: One (5) vs (4) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt looks to move to half guard but instead One has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: One (7) vs (4) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt stops One from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
One avoids the attempt from Akerfeldt to control.
Akerfeldt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Akerfeldt is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Akerfeldt bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: One (7) vs (6) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
One is adopting a defensive guard.
Akerfeldt looking to pass the guard. #T8#
One trying to control the position here.
Akerfeldt looking to pass the guard.
One looking to control.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
One is adopting a defensive guard.#T9#
Akerfeldt advances to half guard.
One is controlling Akerfeldt's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Akerfeldt works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: One (7) vs (9) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt tries to control but One wriggling away.
Akerfeldt seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but One is holding on tight.
#T10#
One is desperately trying to improve his position but Akerfeldt has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
One is just holding on here. Akerfeldt manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: One (7) vs (12) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt is controlling the position but One somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#T11#
Akerfeldt is looking to advance position but One won't allow it.
Akerfeldt trying to advance position but One counters by regaining guard.
Akerfeldt looking to pass the guard.
Akerfeldt passes into half guard. #T12#
Akerfeldt is looking to take a break and control but One is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
One regains full guard. Nicely done.
Akerfeldt content to stall in guard here.
Akerfeldt looking to pass the guard.
One controlling the position.
Well,One is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T13#
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but One is keeping the position.
One is controlling Akerfeldt's posture.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but One is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt keeps trying to improve his position.#T14#
One controlling the position.
One keeping full guard, as Akerfeldt tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
One is pulling down on Akerfeldt's head to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Akerfeldt wins on points by 12 to 7.
Bjorn Akerfeldt was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
CWC 394 Bremner vs Marden
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Aleksandr Pushkin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, George Francis and Gwen Towbar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Akerfeldt shoots for a takedown but Pushkin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2#
Pushkin gets caught napping as Akerfeldt dives in and scores a takedown. Pushkin manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pushkin (0) vs (2) Akerfeldt#SUB#
Pushkin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Pushkin is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt trying to control but Pushkin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Akerfeldt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pushkin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Akerfeldt has managed to get both his arms back between Pushkin's legs - danger averted.
Akerfeldt trying to control the position from guard on top but Pushkin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt passes Pushkin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pushkin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Akerfeldt is working away from the top position though.
Pushkin works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Pushkin trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Pushkin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Akerfeldt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Akerfeldt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pushkin looking for a guillotine here but Akerfeldt defends easily.
Pushkin keeping moving, preventing Akerfeldt from controlling successfully.
Pushkin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pushkin (2) vs (2) Akerfeldt#T2#
Akerfeldt keeping full guard, as Pushkin tries to pass.
Akerfeldt is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Pushkin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pushkin (5) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Pushkin tries to advance to mount but Akerfeldt denies him.
Akerfeldt is looking to regain half guard here but Pushkin keeps moving and retains side control.
Pushkin is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Akerfeldt's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pushkin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Akerfeldt for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Akerfeldt tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Pushkin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Akerfeldt is trying to control Pushkin's posture but Pushkin avoids it. #SUB#
Pushkin has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Akerfeldt is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Pushkin yanks on the arm and Akerfeldt is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Pushkin.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aleksandr Pushkin!
Aleksandr Pushkin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 356
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 36 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Steve Smith and Alec Ball.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Akerfeldt has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Akerfeldt has control of the leg. #T1##SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Akerfeldt controlling him for the moment.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akerfeldt preventing the sweep. #T2#
Akerfeldt works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Akerfeldt. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Akerfeldt controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a triangle here but Akerfeldt uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (5) Akerfeldt#SUB2#
Akerfeldt working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gracie has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Akerfeldt but great work by Gracie. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (4) vs (5) Akerfeldt#T4#
Akerfeldt gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracie (6) vs (5) Akerfeldt
Gracie fails to advance to Akerfeldt's back.
Akerfeldt gets back to half guard.
Akerfeldt tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
Gracie wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Akerfeldt manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T5#
Akerfeldt looking for a sweep. Not yet Akerfeldt, not yet.
Gracie passes Akerfeldt's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Akerfeldt won't allow it.
Gracie wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy.
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
Akerfeldt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Akerfeldt.
Our spies down at at Iron Wolf Private Gym inform us that Akerfeldt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gracie content to stall in guard here.
Gracie might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Akerfeldt is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Akerfeldt has a hand on Gracie's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Gracie takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (9) vs (5) Akerfeldt#T7#
Akerfeldt regains half guard.
Akerfeldt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gracie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Akerfeldt looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T8##SUB#
Gracie drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Gracie seems to have locked his on tight now - Akerfeldt screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Gracie, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Ruben Gracie!
A victorious Ruben Gracie 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:
CWC 352
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 12 losses; Denubis Majere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Ryoma Takatsuka and Roger Salmon.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Akerfeldt shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Majere closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Majere lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (0) Akerfeldt
Our spies down at at Iron Wolf Private Gym inform us that Akerfeldt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Majere wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving.
Majere showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Akerfeldt is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt stopping the sweep attempt from Majere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB2#
Akerfeldt drops back, looking for a kneebar! Majere looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Majere looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Majere! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Majere (6) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt is trying to work for a sweep but Majere has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Majere (8) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Majere wants to control the pace but Akerfeldt is squirming around nicely.
Akerfeldt can't escape the position.
Majere controlling from mount.
Majere's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Majere seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Akerfeldt for as long as he can get away with.
Akerfeldt is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T2##SUB#
Majere is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Akerfeldt is surviving well by controlling Majere's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has left one of his arms exposed and Majere doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Akerfeldt screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Denubis Majere!
Denubis Majere seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 348
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Arthur Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Roger Salmon and Paul Gruel.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Morgan clinches.
Akerfeldt is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Morgan pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Morgan successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back looking for a leg! Morgan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Morgan manages to kick Akerfeldt off! Akerfeldt jumps back into Morgan's guard.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Morgan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Akerfeldt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Akerfeldt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Akerfeldt stopping the sweep attempt from Morgan.#SUB2#
Morgan working for a triangle but Akerfeldt defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Morgan is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt pushes down on Morgan's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1##SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morgan defends it well.
Morgan is looking to control Akerfeldt's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morgan avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Morgan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Akerfeldt pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Akerfeldt is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Morgan gets back to full guard.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Morgan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Akerfeldt postures up.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Akerfeldt forces his way into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Akerfeldt wants to work for an arm triangle but Morgan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Morgan keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Morgan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Morgan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Morgan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Akerfeldt pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Morgan is just riding it out for now. Akerfeldt eventually gives up the hold.
Akerfeldt is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Morgan! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (3) vs (0) Morgan#T4#
Morgan tries to hold on but Akerfeldt postures up.#SUB#
Akerfeldt jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle. Ooooh, that looks tight Morgan is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Morgan and Akerfeldt has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Morgan has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has hold of Morgan's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Morgan seems comfortable defending it but Akerfeldt has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Morgan is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Morgan is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Akerfeldt couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
CWCFN 11
Date: Jan 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Derwent Bolt!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Leandro Rodrigues and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice sprawl there from Bolt as Akerfeldt shoots in.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bolt keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Bolt clinches up against the cage.
Akerfeldt is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Bolt has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Akerfeldt is trying to keep an underhook but Bolt manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (2) Bolt
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.
Akerfeldt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Akerfeldt won't allow Bolt to pass to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Bolt wants to work for an arm triangle but Akerfeldt is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Well, if Bolt 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolt prevents Akerfeldt from improving his position.
Bolt content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Bolt is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Bolt is working for a submission of some sort.
Akerfeldt is looking to improve his position.
Bolt wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is defending well. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is defending against the submission attempts here by Bolt.
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Bolt wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Akerfeldt actively working from the bottom here.
Bolt is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akerfeldt is looking to improve his position.
Akerfeldt gets back to full guard.
Bolt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Akerfeldt being controlled here, momentarily.
Bolt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Akerfeldt keeping moving, preventing Bolt from controlling successfully.
Bolt passes Akerfeldt's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Akerfeldt is looking to get back to full guard here but Bolt has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (5) Bolt
Akerfeldt is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bolt off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (5) Bolt#SUB#
Akerfeldt tightening his grip on Bolt, looking for the choke.
Bolt rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Bolt is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bolt is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Bolt works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bolt is controlling Akerfeldt's posture.
Bolt keeping full guard, as Akerfeldt tries to pass.
Akerfeldt trying to move into half guard but instead Bolt has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (7) Bolt
Bolt sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard.
Bolt sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to get back to full guard.
Bolt not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bolt is trying to control the action in half guard but Akerfeldt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T5#
Bolt is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Bolt trying to pass the guard but Akerfeldt defending well. #SUB2#
Bolt seems to be working for a kimura but Akerfeldt defends the submission attempt.
Bolt is looking to advance position but Akerfeldt won't allow it.
Bolt is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bolt prevents Akerfeldt from improving his position.
Bolt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Akerfeldt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Bolt wants to work for an arm triangle but Akerfeldt is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Akerfeldt gets back to full guard.
Bolt trying to control but Akerfeldt is working from the bottom. #T6#
Bolt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bolt won't allow Akerfeldt to sweep him here.
Akerfeldt can't keep his opponent in guard - Bolt advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Akerfeldt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Akerfeldt.
Bolt trying to control the position from guard on top but Akerfeldt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Akerfeldt looking for a sweep. Not yet Akerfeldt, not yet.
Bolt slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (10) Bolt
Akerfeldt manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (6) vs (10) Bolt
Bolt gets back to full guard.
Akerfeldt tries to free his leg and advance position but Bolt is retaining full guard. #T7#
Akerfeldt is working hard here to advance position.
Bolt is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bolt's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Akerfeldt has gone for a leg lock! Bolt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Akerfeldt's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (6) vs (12) Bolt
Akerfeldt seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Bolt slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (6) vs (15) Bolt
Bolt is staying tight to Akerfeldt's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Bolt has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Akerfeldt (6) vs (17) Bolt#T8#
Bolt trying to control but Akerfeldt is having none of it. #SUB2#
Bolt wants to finish this one by submission but Akerfeldt is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Bolt.
Bolt sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bolt looking to control but Akerfeldt is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bolt controlling the position easily from mount.
Akerfeldt regains half guard.#T9#
Bolt moves into full mount! Akerfeldt won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (6) vs (20) Bolt
Bolt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Akerfeldt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bolt controlling the position easily from mount.
Bolt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Akerfeldt is looking to escape.
Akerfeldt can't escape the position.
Bolt wants to control the pace but Akerfeldt is squirming around nicely.
Akerfeldt is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bolt tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Akerfeldt is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Bolt trying to control but Akerfeldt is having none of it.
Bolt controlling from mount.
Akerfeldt is trying desperately to improve position.
Bolt looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bolt tries to control but Akerfeldt wriggling away.
Akerfeldt is working to get back to half guard.
Bolt trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T11#
Akerfeldt is trying to escape the mount.
Bolt looking to control but Akerfeldt is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Akerfeldt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bolt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Bolt is working for a guillotine from mount but Akerfeldt frees his head quite easily.
Akerfeldt is looking to improve his position but Bolt isn't that keen on the idea.
Bolt controlling his opponent.
Akerfeldt is working to get back to half guard.
Bolt controlling his opponent. #T12#
Akerfeldt is working to get back to half guard.
Akerfeldt sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Bolt wants to free his trapped foot but Akerfeldt is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bolt not doing much here.
More stalling from Bolt.
Well,Akerfeldt is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Bolt passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (6) vs (23) Bolt
Bolt tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bolt looking to control but Akerfeldt is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bolt looking to control and managing it successfully. #T13#
Akerfeldt is working to get back to half guard.
Bolt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Akerfeldt is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Bolt has control of Akerfeldt's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Akerfeldt regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Bolt controlling the position easily from mount.
Akerfeldt sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Bolt is keen to just control but Akerfeldt is a slippery customer.
Akerfeldt works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bolt won't allow Akerfeldt to sweep him here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt working for submissions but it's allowed Bolt to get to half guard.
#T14##SUB2#
Bolt looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Bolt perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bolt prevents Akerfeldt from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Akerfeldt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bolt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bolt is still trying to improve position.
Akerfeldt looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bolt wins on points by 23 to 6.
After the fight, Derwent Bolt was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
CWCFN 10
Date: Jan 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; Denubis Majere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Patrick Alders and Aafke Stam.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Majere fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Akerfeldt sprawls well initially but Majere persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (0) Akerfeldt
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Majere is controlling well.
#SUB#
Majere seems to be working for a kimura but Akerfeldt defends the submission attempt.
Akerfeldt gets full guard.
Majere trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a triangle but Majere pushes his legs off easily.
Akerfeldt wants to sweep here but Majere controlling him for the moment.
Majere wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Majere stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Akerfeldt wants to sweep but no luck.
Majere looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Akerfeldt is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (2) Akerfeldt
Majere is trying to maintain the position but Akerfeldt is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Majere makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Majere.#SUB#
Majere escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Akerfeldt gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Akerfeldt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Majere swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB#
Akerfeldt is posturing up here but Majere has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Akerfeldt tries to roll out but it's too tight and Akerfeldt has to tap! Slick submission there by Majere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Denubis Majere!
Denubis Majere decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Prelims
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Paul Rabbitte!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Edson Gomes and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nice takedown defense from Rabbitte. No joy for Akerfeldt on that attempt.
Rabbitte with the counter takedown but Akerfeldt avoids it easily.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Rabbitte moves into the clinch.
Akerfeldt wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2#
Rabbitte pulls guard successfully.
Akerfeldt preventing the sweep.
Akerfeldt passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (3) vs (0) Rabbitte
Rabbitte is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Akerfeldt's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Rabbitte looking for submissions off his back.
Rabbitte tries to get to full guard but Akerfeldt has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rabbitte wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping busy.
Rabbitte gets full guard.#T1##SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Akerfeldt seems to have locked his on tight now - Rabbitte screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Akerfeldt, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt 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:
CWC 324 - Prelims
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Pikey Chav!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Matti Vanhoillinen and Anni Minnemki.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Chav shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (2) Chav#SUB2#
Chav is looking for a kimura but Akerfeldt is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chav to get the leverage.
Akerfeldt gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chav stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chav stopping the sweep attempt from Akerfeldt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chav sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Chav wants to work for an arm triangle but Akerfeldt is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chav is looking to advance position but Akerfeldt won't allow it.
Akerfeldt tries to roll over but Chav keeps him under control.#T1#
Akerfeldt is in trouble now - Chav has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (5) Chav
Akerfeldt looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Akerfeldt (0) vs (8) Chav#SUB2#
Chav has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Chav gets his way!
Chav is trying to stick to Akerfeldt's back but Akerfeldt is turning into Chav. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Chav's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Akerfeldt. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (2) vs (8) Chav
Chav is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Chav keeping full guard, as Akerfeldt tries to pass.
Akerfeldt won't allow Chav to sweep him here.
Akerfeldt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chav swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chav looking for a sweep. Not yet Chav, not yet. #T2#
Chav lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (2) vs (10) Chav
Akerfeldt seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Chav wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
Chav advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Chav is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Akerfeldt is just riding it out for now. Chav eventually gives up the hold.
Chav is pressing down on Akerfeldt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Akerfeldt is holding on for now.
Akerfeldt tries to get to full guard but Chav has control of the leg.
Chav is looking to advance position but Akerfeldt won't allow it. #T3#
Akerfeldt regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chav pushing down on Akerfeldt's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Akerfeldt is looking for a sweep. Chav is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chav looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.
Akerfeldt is working hard here to advance position.
Akerfeldt is pressing down on Chav's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Chav passes into half guard.
Akerfeldt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Akerfeldt.
Chav wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
We've been informed that Chav has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Chav advances to half guard.
Chav tries to pass the half guard into mount. Akerfeldt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Akerfeldt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Akerfeldt wants to get back to full guard but Chav has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (2) vs (13) Chav
Akerfeldt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Akerfeldt stops Chav from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Chav is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Akerfeldt knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Akerfeldt tries to buck Chav off but Chav is having none of it.#T5##SUB2#
Chav tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Chav works to advance to full mount. Akerfeldt defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Akerfeldt (2) vs (15) Chav
Akerfeldt working to try and regain half guard.
Chav fails to move to back control.
Akerfeldt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chav moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Akerfeldt (2) vs (18) Chav
Akerfeldt rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Chav is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Akerfeldt defends it well. #T6#
Akerfeldt makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chav advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (2) vs (21) Chav
Akerfeldt stops Chav from passing to mount.
Akerfeldt is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Chav wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Akerfeldt, who protects the arm well.
Akerfeldt manages to get back to half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Chav is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Chav looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Chav is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Chav looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Akerfeldt gets back to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Akerfeldt is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (21) Chav#SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T8##SUB#
Akerfeldt 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.
Chav wants to sweep here but Akerfeldt controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chav has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Akerfeldt has managed to get both his arms back between Chav's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Akerfeldt won't allow Chav to sweep him here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Akerfeldt preventing the sweep. #T9##SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back looking for a leg! Chav is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chav manages to kick Akerfeldt off! Akerfeldt jumps back into Chav's guard.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akerfeldt won't allow Chav to sweep him here.
Akerfeldt works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chav has managed to free his arm - good work.
Chav wants to get back to full guard.#T10#
Chav regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chav tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Chav working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Akerfeldt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Akerfeldt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Chav had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Akerfeldt defends it easily.
Chav looks winded!
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Chav escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Akerfeldt gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chav wants to sweep here but Akerfeldt controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back looking for a leg! Chav is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chav manages to kick Akerfeldt off! Akerfeldt jumps back into Chav's guard. #T11##SUB#
Akerfeldt thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Akerfeldt won't allow Chav to sweep him here.
Chav is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (23) Chav#SUB2#
Chav is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Akerfeldt is pressing down on Chav's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Chav passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (26) Chav
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to half guard.#T12#
Chav passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Akerfeldt! Score +2 for reaching mount: Akerfeldt (4) vs (28) Chav#SUB2#
Chav is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Akerfeldt to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Akerfeldt shrugs it off.
Akerfeldt is trying desperately to improve position.
Chav pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Akerfeldt is looking to improve his position but Chav isn't that keen on the idea.
Akerfeldt regains half guard.
Akerfeldt is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Chav jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (31) Chav
Akerfeldt is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Chav is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Akerfeldt is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T13#
Chav moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Akerfeldt (4) vs (33) Chav
Akerfeldt tries to reverse the position but Chav maintains control.
Akerfeldt regains half guard.
Chav prevents Akerfeldt from improving his position.
Akerfeldt works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chav gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Akerfeldt has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Chav has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (36) Chav
Chav advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Akerfeldt (4) vs (38) Chav
Akerfeldt is working to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Akerfeldt stops Chav from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Akerfeldt sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Chav passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (4) vs (41) Chav
Chav moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Akerfeldt (4) vs (44) Chav
Chav keeps control of the position as Akerfeldt tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Chav working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Chav working for the choke.
Chav has the hooks in. Akerfeldt is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chav wins on points by 44 to 4.
A relieved looking Pikey Chav 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:
ENIGMA SUB WRESTLING 4
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bjorn Akerfeldt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 34 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Wesley Smith and Stewart Dunkirk.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Sparxx throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Akerfeldt was covering up waiting for the punch and Sparxx finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sparxx defends well.#SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for a guillotine here but Sparxx defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Akerfeldt wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sparxx stays in close to Akerfeldt's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Akerfeldt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sparxx defends it easily.
Sparxx stays in close to Akerfeldt's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Sparxx avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Sparxx trying to control but Akerfeldt is working from the bottom.
Sparxx advances to half guard.
Sparxx is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Akerfeldt (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
Akerfeldt tries to improve his position but instead Sparxx has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Akerfeldt (0) vs (8) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx looking for the choke but no joy.
Akerfeldt is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sparxx.
#SUB2#
Sparxx looking to break Akerfeldt's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Akerfeldt remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Sparxx will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T3#
Akerfeldt can't escape the position.
Akerfeldt is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#SUB2#
Sparxx has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Akerfeldt is in real trouble here. Sparxx gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Akerfeldt is tapping out! Sparxx wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tyrone Sparxx!
A less than humble Tyrone Sparxx misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 129
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov connects with a nice looking jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akerfeldt is defended easily by Kuznetsov.
Akerfeldt ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov connects with a single shot there.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Akerfeldt on the side of the head.
Akerfeldt takes a kick to the side of the head.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Kuznetsov gets caught napping as Akerfeldt dives in and scores a takedown. Kuznetsov manages to retain guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kuznetsov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kuznetsov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Akerfeldt throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kuznetsov postures up in Akerfeldt's guard and throws a big left but Akerfeldt blocks it. #T1#
Kuznetsov pushing down on Akerfeldt's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've been hearing that Kuznetsov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kuznetsov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Akerfeldt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kuznetsov blocks the strikes from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt gets full guard.
Akerfeldt has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznetsov is working Akerfeldt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SU#
Kuznetsov stands up and waves to Akerfeldt to follow him.
Sloppy strikes from Kuznetsov. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Akerfeldt feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kuznetsov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Akerfeldt off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kuznetsov tries to move into range but Akerfeldt moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Akerfeldt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Akerfeldt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Aleks Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Akerfeldt ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Sloppy strikes from Kuznetsov. Those never looked like landing.
Akerfeldt wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch but Kuznetsov is having none of it.
Kuznetsov jabs at Akerfeldt's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Kuznetsov misses the target.
Akerfeldt feints the counter takedown.
Akerfeldt closes the distance and clinches up with Kuznetsov, looking for a takedown. Akerfeldt pushes Kuznetsov against the cage but Kuznetsov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Akerfeldt fails with the takedown.#TD#
Kuznetsov gets the takedown into side control.
Akerfeldt tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kuznetsov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Akerfeldt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kuznetsov raining down shots from the mount!
Akerfeldt in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kuznetsov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Akerfeldt looks a forlorn figure.
Kuznetsov controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Kuznetsov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuznetsov lands with some strikes.
Akerfeldt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kuznetsov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kuznetsov unloading with bombs!
Kuznetsov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Akerfeldt can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetsov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kuznetsov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Akerfeldt manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kuznetsov working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Akerfeldt is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kuznetsov jumps into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akerfeldt being controlled for a moment.
Kuznetsov wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy.
Akerfeldt is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kuznetsov connects with a decent elbow.
Akerfeldt is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Kuznetsov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Akerfeldt knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Akerfeldt tries to bench press Kuznetsov off him but Kuznetsov keeps the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SU#
Kuznetsov decides to stand back up.
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aleks Kuznetsov 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##TD2#
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kuznetsov is trying to defend but Akerfeldt finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Kuznetsov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Akerfeldt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut. Akerfeldt saw that one coming.
Akerfeldt changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Akerfeldt shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well. He's pushed Akerfeldt's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Kuznetsov wants to break free but Akerfeldt has control.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Good shot there by Kuznetsov.#TD2#
Akerfeldt fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kuznetsov to the ground. Akerfeldt is now in Kuznetsov's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Akerfeldt pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuznetsov is keeping the position for now.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but Akerfeldt isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Kuznetsov is looking for a triangle but Akerfeldt pushes his legs off easily.
#T1#
Akerfeldt throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kuznetsov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Akerfeldt throws an elbow that misses. Kuznetsov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Akerfeldt's guard. Nice move by Kuznetsov!#REVR#
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Akerfeldt can do to turn this around?
Kuznetsov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kuznetsov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position from guard on top but Akerfeldt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt working for a triangle but Kuznetsov defends it easily.
Kuznetsov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but Akerfeldt won't let him. #T2##SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for a guillotine here but Kuznetsov defends easily.
Kuznetsov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aleks Kuznetsov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Akerfeldt throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt working for a triangle but Kuznetsov defends it easily.
Akerfeldt throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Kuznetsov wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
Kuznetsov preventing the sweep. #T3##SU#
Kuznetsov gets to his feet - Akerfeldt follows without any prompting.
Akerfeldt slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl out of it but Akerfeldt keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Akerfeldt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov connects with a looping right hand.
Nice shot lands for Kuznetsov.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kuznetsov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Aleks Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Akerfeldt is out of range.
Akerfeldt moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Akerfeldt slips the punch.
Akerfeldt throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kuznetsov's waist but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Akerfeldt off to one side.
Kuznetsov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Akerfeldt is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kuznetsov defends it well. #T4#
Akerfeldt trying to mount his opponent but Kuznetsov defends it.
Kuznetsov tries to kick Akerfeldt off but Akerfeldt keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Akerfeldt is looking to advance position but Kuznetsov won't allow it.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up here but Akerfeldt is controlling him well.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Akerfeldt not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aleks Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot that sends Akerfeldt's belly button to the back.
Akerfeldt has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Akerfeldt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Akerfeldt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Akerfeldt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kuznetsov can pounce on him.
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl out of it but Akerfeldt keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Akerfeldt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Akerfeldt throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Kuznetsov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kuznetsov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Kuznetsov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Akerfeldt taking a bit of punishment here - Kuznetsov scoring with strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Kuznetsov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akerfeldt keeps working.
Akerfeldt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Akerfeldt down.
Akerfeldt is trying to improve his position.
Kuznetsov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akerfeldt keeps working. #SU#
Kuznetsov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Akerfeldt to his feet.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Kuznetsov lands a head shot.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Akerfeldt takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kuznetsov throws a series of strikes that have Akerfeldt backpedaling.
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Akerfeldt's shoulder, as Akerfeldt tries to avoid the shot.
Akerfeldt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
Akerfeldt feints the counter takedown.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akerfeldt tries to move into range but Kuznetsov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Akerfeldt lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#TD2#
Kuznetsov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kuznetsov is wriggling around but Akerfeldt manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
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. Akerfeldt connects with a nice short shot to Kuznetsov's temple.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Akerfeldt wants to advance to full mount but Kuznetsov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T3#
Kuznetsov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt is looking to pass into half guard but Kuznetsov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kuznetsov is in guard.#REVR#
Kuznetsov with a flurry of punches that miss. #SU#
Akerfeldt is working an open guard so Kuznetsov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Akerfeldt walks into a left hand. #TD#
Kuznetsov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Akerfeldt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kuznetsov's best efforts.
Akerfeldt takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov is trying to control the action in half guard but Akerfeldt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Akerfeldt punching from the bottom.
Akerfeldt scores with a few weak punches. #SU#
Kuznetsov decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Akerfeldt is looking to clinch but Kuznetsov is avoiding it.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right. #T4##TD2#
Akerfeldt shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kuznetsov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
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!
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES#
Kuznetsov pushes Akerfeldt off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Akerfeldt avoids the punch easily.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kuznetsov as he jumps to the side.
Aleks Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aleks Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetsov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Akerfeldt scrambles back to his feet.
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Akerfeldt with a series of wild strikes but Akerfeldt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD#
Kuznetsov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Akerfeldt looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bjorn Akerfeldt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU#
Kuznetsov stands up.
Akerfeldt shoots in but no luck this time.
Akerfeldt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand right.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aleks Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kuznetsov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aleks Kuznetsov!
A victorious Aleks Kuznetsov 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 122
Date: Feb 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Barnes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Barnes lands in his opponent's guard.
Akerfeldt scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Barnes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Barnes postures up and lands a big shot to Akerfeldt's brow.
Akerfeldt seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Barnes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Akerfeldt's head.
Barnes looking to pass the guard.
Akerfeldt wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barnes is working Akerfeldt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes distracts Akerfeldt with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Barnes is in close to Akerfeldt's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Akerfeldt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barnes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barnes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barnes is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Akerfeldt will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barnes is in close to Akerfeldt's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Akerfeldt will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barnes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barnes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Barnes lands a couple of elbows.
Akerfeldt thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Barnes scoring with punches to the head and body.
Barnes passes Akerfeldt's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Barnes is nestled in close to Akerfeldt, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Akerfeldt tries to get to full guard but Barnes has control of the leg.
Akerfeldt regains full guard. Nicely done.
Barnes trying to control the position from guard on top but Akerfeldt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnes with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Barnes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Akerfeldt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Akerfeldt manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barnes manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T2#
Akerfeldt stopping the sweep attempt from Barnes.
Barnes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Akerfeldt's guard. #REVB#
Barnes stopping the sweep attempt from Akerfeldt.
Barnes distracts Akerfeldt with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Barnes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barnes wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving.
Barnes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Barnes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Barnes lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Barnes wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
Barnes landing some decent shots from guard.
Barnes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Barnes cracks Akerfeldt with a solid left hand.
Barnes scoring with punches to the head and body.
Akerfeldt bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Barnes's guard. #REVR#
Barnes avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Barnes is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Barnes is still trying to improve position.
Akerfeldt tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard.
Akerfeldt preventing the sweep.
Akerfeldt postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Barnes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Akerfeldt throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Akerfeldt sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Barnes's guard.
Akerfeldt passes to side control.
Akerfeldt tries to score with some ground and pound. Barnes controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Barnes is trying to get back to half guard.
Barnes sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Akerfeldt lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Barnes wants to get back to full guard.
Barnes gets back to full guard.
Akerfeldt cracks Barnes with a solid left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akerfeldt throws a big right hand that misses.
Barnes 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#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abraham Barnes dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt moves out of range as Barnes strikes.
Akerfeldt fails to land the takedown.
Barnes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Akerfeldt defends it well.
Barnes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch but Barnes moves out of range.
Barnes stuffs the takedown.
Akerfeldt throws the left hand but Barnes avoids the punch easily.
Barnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Barnes scores with a push kick.
Barnes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Barnes lands a jab-cross combination.
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Barnes lands a leg kick that knocks Akerfeldt off balance momentarily.#CL#
Akerfeldt pushes Barnes up against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barnes is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Akerfeldt to keep the fight standing.
Akerfeldt swings wildly with an uppercut but Barnes uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Barnes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
Barnes misses with a head kick.
Akerfeldt takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Abraham Barnes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akerfeldt is defended easily by Barnes.
Barnes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akerfeldt misses with a takedown attempt - Barnes sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Barnes slips a straight right by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Barnes circles away from the clinch attempt.
Barnes has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Akerfeldt wants to clinch.
Barnes attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Barnes!
#T2#
Barnes moves out of range as Akerfeldt strikes.
Barnes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt throws a leg kick
and Barnes counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Akerfeldt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Barnes. No joy for Akerfeldt on that attempt.
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!#TD#
Akerfeldt closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Barnes quickly recovers to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barnes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Akerfeldt's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Akerfeldt's back!
Barnes is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Akerfeldt is taking damage to the body and head.
Akerfeldt breaks Barnes's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Barnes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Akerfeldt working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Barnes's head.
Barnes wants to sweep but no luck.
Akerfeldt with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Barnes wants to sweep here but Akerfeldt controlling him for the moment.
Akerfeldt scoring with punches to the head and body.
Barnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Barnes has an active guard here but Akerfeldt has managed to pass into half guard.
Akerfeldt missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Barnes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt thows a huge punch but Barnes dodges it nicely.
Barnes is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Barnes regains full guard. Nicely done.
Barnes manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Akerfeldt manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Akerfeldt wants to stand and escape but Barnes is having none of it. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Akerfeldt has his foot on Barnes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barnes works his way back into a safe position though.
Barnes landing with the ground and pound.
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Barnes with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Barnes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Barnes works over Akerfeldt with some ground and pound from guard.
Akerfeldt wants to sweep here but Barnes controlling him for the moment.
Barnes stops Akerfeldt from standing up.
Barnes chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abraham Barnes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Barnes.
Barnes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Akerfeldt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Akerfeldt goes for a double leg but Barnes avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Barnes continues to drive forward.
A frustrated look appears on Akerfeldt's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Akerfeldt is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Barnes is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Akerfeldt is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Akerfeldt decides to pull guard.
Barnes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Barnes lands a couple of digs.
Barnes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Akerfeldt looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barnes cracks Akerfeldt with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes pushing down on Akerfeldt's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Barnes has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Barnes moves nicely into side control.
Barnes working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barnes working the ground and pound from side control.
Barnes is looking to take a break and control but Akerfeldt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Akerfeldt regains half guard.
Akerfeldt is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Barnes scores with a couple of nice shots.
Barnes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akerfeldt with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Barnes takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Barnes works his way into full mount!
Barnes lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Akerfeldt hang on?
Barnes lands a big shot there that rocks Akerfeldt but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Barnes scoring with strikes but Akerfeldt is staying in there. #ROC2#Akerfeldt is rocked!
Akerfeldt tries to reverse the position but Barnes maintains control.
Oh Akerfeldt is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barnes looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Akerfeldt covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Abraham Barnes!
Abraham Barnes was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 113
Date: Jan 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt connects with a right hand. Bautista shakes it off.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bautista sprawls well. Bautista wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Akerfeldt gets slowly back to his feet.
Bautista throws a shot to the body.
Bautista has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fetus MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Bautista dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Akerfeldt clinches up with Bautista and pushes him back against the cage.
Bautista misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bautista regains guard immediately. #SUB#
Bautista looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Akerfeldt working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Akerfeldt is looking to work some ground and pound but Bautista has wrist control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akerfeldt throws a big right hand that misses.
Bautista is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Akerfeldt working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bautista's head.#SUB#
Bautista has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Akerfeldt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bautista trying to keep a closed guard but Akerfeldt is proving a slippery customer.
Akerfeldt has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Bautista has his foot on Akerfeldt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Akerfeldt works his way back into a safe position though.
Akerfeldt throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Bautista had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Akerfeldt defends it easily.#SUB#
Bautista working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Akerfeldt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Akerfeldt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Akerfeldt tries to free his leg and advance position but Bautista is retaining full guard.
Akerfeldt working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bautista is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Bautista has his foot on Akerfeldt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Akerfeldt works his way back into a safe position though.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Bautista is keeping the position.
Akerfeldt working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bautista's head.#SUB#
Akerfeldt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt throws a sloppy strike and Bautista has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Akerfeldt is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Bautista!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Drax Bautista!
In his post fight interview, Drax Bautista started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 104
Date: Dec 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt moves in looking to clinch but Mandiang pushes him off.#TD2#
Akerfeldt darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Mandiang makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Mandiang throws a half hearted mid kick.
Akerfeldt changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mandiang tries to avoid it but Akerfeldt manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mandiang to the ground. Mandiang escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mandiang looks to land a left hand but Akerfeldt moved out of range nicely.
Mandiang circles away from the clinch attempt
and Mandiang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mandiang fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt is looking to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akerfeldt changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mandiang tries to avoid it but Akerfeldt manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mandiang to the ground. Mandiang escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Akerfeldt shoots in but no luck this time.
Aboubacar Mandiang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Mandiang misses with a straight left. #T1#
Akerfeldt misses with a head kick.
Mandiang delivers a nice body kick.
Mandiang has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Akerfeldt takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Akerfeldt tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Akerfeldt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aboubacar Mandiang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Akerfeldt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mandiang misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Akerfeldt clinches with his opponent.
Mandiang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Mandiang scores with a nice short uppercut.
Akerfeldt is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mandiang pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mandiang lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Akerfeldt or not.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akerfeldt has Mandiang pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mandiang manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Akerfeldt takes a shot to the head.
Mandiang lands a body punch.
Mandiang misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
Mandiang softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mandiang scores with a shoulder strike.
Akerfeldt takes a shot to the head.
Mandiang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akerfeldt's elbow.
Akerfeldt is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mandiang is defending well.
Mandiang doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Mandiang holds him up against the cage and eventually Akerfeldt drops back down to his feet.
Akerfeldt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mandiang to keep the fight standing.
Mandiang is leaning against Akerfeldt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mandiang stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Akerfeldt looks winded!
A short body shot lands from Mandiang as the two fighters clinch.
Mandiang working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mandiang lands a body shot in the clinch.
Akerfeldt drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mandiang pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mandiang scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Mandiang scores with a spinning back kick!
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mandiang defends it nicely.
Mandiang half committed to a counter leg kick.
Mandiang lands with a nice body punch.
Mandiang lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mandiang throws an overhand right that lands on Akerfeldt's shoulder, as Akerfeldt tries to avoid the shot.
Mandiang connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mandiang defends it nicely.
Akerfeldt gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Mandiang counter with a right hand. #T4#
Mandiang connects with a good right hand that stumbles Akerfeldt. Akerfeldt circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mandiang punishes Akerfeldt's body with a nice straight punch.
Mandiang lands a leg kick that knocks Akerfeldt off balance momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mandiang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mandiang is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Akerfeldt will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A quick step to the side and Mandiang tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Mandiang.
Mandiang tries to land a front kick but Akerfeldt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mandiang lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#KD#
Mandiang feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Akerfeldt sprawling to the canvas! Akerfeldt rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Mandiang finish him?!
#ROC#Akerfeldt is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Mandiang weaves into range and cracks Akerfeldt right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Akerfeldt goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Mandiang is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aboubacar Mandiang!
Aboubacar Mandiang decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 97
Date: Nov 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Warlovski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Akerfeldt lands a head shot.
Warlovski wants to clinch up but Akerfeldt keeps it at a distance.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Warlovski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Akerfeldt takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Warlovski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#CL#
Warlovski forces Akerfeldt back against the cage and clinches.
Akerfeldt can't get the takedown.
Warlovski lands a hook that snaps the head of Akerfeldt backwards.
Akerfeldt is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Warlovski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Warlovski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Akerfeldt on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Warlovski looks to land a combination. Akerfeldt sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Warlovski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Warlovski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Warlovski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Akerfeldt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Akerfeldt takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Igor Warlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
A nice combination there by Warlovski.
#T1#
Akerfeldt dives in and grabs Warlovski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Warlovski pushes down on Akerfeldt's head and hops out.#CL#
Akerfeldt tries to keep at a distance but Warlovski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Akerfeldt is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Akerfeldt successfully pulls guard.
Warlovski wants to stand but Akerfeldt has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SU#
Warlovski stands and steps away. Akerfeldt gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Akerfeldt is looking to clinch. #CL#
Warlovski forces Akerfeldt back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Warlovski breaks from the clinch.
Warlovski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Warlovski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Warlovski moves in looking to clinch but Akerfeldt pushes him off.
Warlovski throws a leg kick which misses Akerfeldt's front leg but catches the back leg as Akerfeldt tries to avoid it.
Akerfeldt looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Warlovski is fending him off so far but Akerfeldt persists. Nope, Warlovski circles away and we're back to standing.
Warlovski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akerfeldt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Warlovski to score with a decent uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Warlovski but Warlovski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Igor Warlovski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Warlovski slips under a jab.#CL#
Akerfeldt tries to keep at a distance but Warlovski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Warlovski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Warlovski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Warlovski misses with a punch on the inside.
Akerfeldt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Warlovski to keep the fight standing.
Warlovski stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Akerfeldt looks winded!
A head punch on the inside from Warlovski fails to land.
Warlovski lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Warlovski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Warlovski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL#
Akerfeldt gets tackled into the cage by Warlovski. Warlovski maintains the clinch. #BC#
Warlovski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Akerfeldt throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Warlovski's waist but Warlovski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Akerfeldt off to one side.
Warlovski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Warlovski closes the distance and pushes Akerfeldt back into the cage.
Warlovski tries to work over Akerfeldt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Warlovski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Akerfeldts head. #BC#
Warlovski breaks from the clinch.
Akerfeldt throws a leg kick but Warlovski moved away.
Warlovski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Warlovski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Warlovski fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Warlovski gets a clinch.
Warlovski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch.
Warlovski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Warlovski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Warlovski as he avoids it easily.
Warlovski cracks a nice hook into Akerfeldt's ribs.
Akerfeldt misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akerfeldt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Warlovski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Warlovski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Warlovski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Akerfeldt throws a looping overhand right but Warlovski ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Warlovski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Akerfeldt shoots in but Warlovski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Akerfeldt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Warlovski lunges at Akerfeldt with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Akerfeldt's hand.
Akerfeldt goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Warlovski misses its target.
Akerfeldt drops his hands momentarily and Warlovski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Akerfeldt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Warlovski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Warlovski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Warlovski scores with a one two! Akerfeldt had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Warlovski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Warlovski lands a body shot.
Good exchange - Warlovski coming out on top.#ROC#Akerfeldt is rocked!
Akerfeldt's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Akerfeldt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD#
and Warlovski counters with a head kick that drops Akerfeldt to the mat! Akerfeldt scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Akerfeldt is still on wobbly legs! Can Warlovski finish him?
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#CL#
Warlovski takes the fight into the clinch.
Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Warlovski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Warlovski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Warlovski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Akerfeldt.#BC#
Warlovski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Warlovski lands a slapping body shot.
Akerfeldt seems to have recovered his senses.
Warlovski with the inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Igor Warlovski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Warlovski checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Warlovski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Warlovski misses with a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Warlovski connects with a solid leg kick.
Akerfeldt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Akerfeldt fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Warlovski was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Warlovski connects with an inside leg kick.
Warlovski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Akerfeldt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Akerfeldt moves forwards but Warlovski connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Warlovski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Akerfeldt can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt doesn't manage to clinch there - Warlovski circles away.
Warlovski lands a right hook to the body.
Akerfeldt takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
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!#CL#
Warlovski has Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
Warlovski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Warlovski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Warlovski misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Akerfeldt turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Warlovski managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Akerfeldt.
Warlovski wants to get back to his feet but Akerfeldt drags him back down.
Warlovski trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#ES#
Warlovski throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#TD2#
Akerfeldt dives in and scores a takedown into Warlovski's guard.
Akerfeldt has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Akerfeldt is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akerfeldt won't allow Warlovski to get back to his feet. #ES#
Warlovski has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Akerfeldt has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Warlovski lands an uppercut.
Warlovski prevents the takedown attempt.
Warlovski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Akerfeldt is working for takedown but Warlovski is calmly controlling the position for now.
Igor Warlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt wants a takedown but no success here.
#T2#
Warlovski struggles to land a body shot inside as Akerfeldt controls his hands.
#BC#
Warlovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Warlovski cracks Akerfeldt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Warlovski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Warlovski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Warlovski thuds a left hand into Akerfeldt's body.
Warlovski scores with a jab. Akerfeldt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A nice leg kick from Warlovski, right into the meat of the thigh.
Warlovski lands a slapping body shot.
Akerfeldt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Akerfeldt slips a jab and a cross from Warlovski.
Warlovski lands a head kick. Akerfeldt smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Akerfeldt fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Warlovski has Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
Akerfeldt can't get the takedown.
#T3##BC#
Warlovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Warlovski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Akerfeldt, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Warlovski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Warlovski pushes Akerfeldt up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Warlovski on the inside.
Warlovski stops a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
#BC#
Warlovski breaks from the clinch.
Warlovski scores with a shot to the body.
Warlovski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Akerfeldt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Igor Warlovski is winning the standup battle so far.
Warlovski fails to land with a series of punches.
Akerfeldt looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL#
Warlovski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Warlovski lands an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Warlovski.
Warlovski lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch.
Warlovski throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Akerfeldt on the side of the head.
Warlovski connects with a nice looking jab.
#T4##CL#
Warlovski moves into range and clinches up with Akerfeldt.
Warlovski prevents a takedown attempt there.
Akerfeldt fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Warlovski forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Warlovski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Akerfeldt tries to keep at a distance but Warlovski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Warlovski scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Warlovski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot by Warlovski.
A shot to the liver by Warlovski. Beautiful body shot.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akerfeldt takes one to the chin there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Akerfeldt fails with the takedown.
A nice leg kick from Warlovski, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Igor Warlovski dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
That's time! Warlovski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown. Warlovski tries to sprawl out of it but Akerfeldt keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Warlovski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Warlovski throws a quick counter head kick but Akerfeldt was just out of range.#CL#
Warlovski moves into range and clinches up with Akerfeldt.
Warlovski is pressed up against the cage. Akerfeldt has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Warlovski down to the mat. Warlovski avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Akerfeldt closes this distance looking for a takedown but Warlovski circles away.
Igor Warlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Warlovski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Akerfeldt under the eye.
Warlovski with a nice cross.
Warlovski lands an overhand right.
Warlovski lands a nice shot that snaps Akerfeldt's head back.
#CL#
Warlovski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Akerfeldt, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Warlovski.
Akerfeldt goes for a takedown attempt but Warlovski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Akerfeldt takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Warlovski scores with a jab.#T1##CL#
Warlovski moves into the clinch.
Warlovski lands a left hand.
Akerfeldt wants a takedown but no success here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Warlovski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Akerfeldt's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Warlovski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Warlovski.
Warlovski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Akerfeldt blocking some punches.
Akerfeldt blocks a body shot from Warlovski.
Warlovski prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Warlovski.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Warlovski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Warlovski is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Warlovski has a couple of punches blocked by Akerfeldt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Warlovski lands a nice uppercut.
Warlovski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Warlovski scores with a shoulder strike.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Warlovski holds him up against the cage and eventually Akerfeldt drops back down to his feet.
Warlovski digs a right hand underneath Akerfeldt's ribcage. Akerfeldt let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2#
Warlovski lands a hook to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Warlovski.
Warlovski scores with a shot to the side of Akerfeldt's head.
Warlovski struggles to land a body shot inside as Akerfeldt controls his hands.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Warlovski manages to get underhooks.
Akerfeldt has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Warlovski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Warlovski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Warlovski lands a huge punch on the inside that knocks Akerfeldt senseless! Wow, what a way to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Igor Warlovski!
Igor Warlovski decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 88
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Ecker takes one on the button.#CL2#
Ecker has managed to clinch.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ecker just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ecker creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ecker pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Akerfeldt fails to pull guard.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Ecker manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Akerfeldt drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ecker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ecker lands a couple of elbows.
Ecker connects with a couple of short punches.
Akerfeldt throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ecker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ecker is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ecker is in close to Akerfeldt's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ecker's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ecker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Akerfeldt working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ecker.
Ecker works over Akerfeldt with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Ecker scoring with punches to the head and body.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ecker working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Ecker lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ecker cracks Akerfeldt with a solid left hand.
Akerfeldt seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Ecker is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ecker throws a big right hand that misses.
Ecker wants to pass the guard but Akerfeldt is keeping the position.
Ecker is working Akerfeldt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ecker lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ecker is aware though and is defending well.
Ecker postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ecker lands a couple of digs.
Ecker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ecker postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ecker lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Akerfeldt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ecker is in close to Akerfeldt's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Akerfeldt striking from the bottom here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ecker landing some decent shots from guard.
Ecker working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ecker defends well.#T2#
Akerfeldt keeping moving, preventing Ecker from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ecker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Akerfeldt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ecker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ecker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ecker postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ecker postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Akerfeldt will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB#
Ecker is sitting in close to Akerfeldt's body. Akerfeldt has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Ecker is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Ecker is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Akerfeldt.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Devin Ecker spoke after the fight, saying 'I want to congratulate Bjorn Akerfeldt for a hell of a performance. You were the better man. I am sorry I couldn't get the job done tonight.'. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 82
Date: Sep 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Tribute fails to land with a series of punches.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tribute did well to prevent Akerfeldt getting side control.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tribute defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tribute trying to control here.
Akerfeldt is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tribute gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tribute trying to control the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Akerfeldt working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tribute is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Akerfeldt tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Tribute showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt has his foot on Tribute's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tribute works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt working for a triangle but Tribute defends it easily.
Tribute might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tribute is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tribute gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for a guillotine here but Tribute defends easily.
Tribute tries to free his leg and advance position but Akerfeldt is retaining full guard.
Tribute sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Akerfeldt is trying to control the position but Tribute postures up. #T3##SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Akerfeldt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tribute controls the pace.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Akerfeldt is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Tribute engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tribute is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Akerfeldt can't keep his opponent in guard - Tribute advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Akerfeldt tries to get to full guard but Tribute has control of the leg.
Tribute slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt actively working from the bottom here.
Tribute content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tribute takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bjorn Akerfeldt will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt misses with a shot to the body
and Tribute counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown but Tribute manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Akerfeldt's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Akerfeldt looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tribute!
Tribute struggling a bit here.
Tribute is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Akerfeldt is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Tribute bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB2#
Akerfeldt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tribute defends it easily.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tribute doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tribute manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tribute controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB2#
Akerfeldt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tribute can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tribute stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akerfeldt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tribute is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tribute looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tribute is aware though and is defending well.#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.#SUB2#
Tribute got a little sloppy there for a moment and Akerfeldt has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tribute has managed to get both his arms back between Akerfeldt's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt has an active guard here but Tribute has managed to pass into half guard.
Tribute wants to free his trapped foot but Akerfeldt is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SU#
Tribute stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Akerfeldt to get to his feet.
Tribute lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Akerfeldt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Akerfeldt shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tribute pinned against the cage. Tribute gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
An attempted straight right counter from Tribute misses the target.#T3#
Akerfeldt looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tribute is fending him off so far but Akerfeldt persists. Nope, Tribute circles away and we're back to standing.
Tank Tribute has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tribute.
Akerfeldt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Akerfeldt blocks a jab.
Akerfeldt misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Tribute to counter with a crisp jab.
Akerfeldt tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tribute swivels and escapes.
Akerfeldt is breathing heavily.
Tribute throws the left hand but Akerfeldt avoids the punch easily.
Tribute stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tribute but Tribute pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Akerfeldt ducks under a wild hook from Tribute.
Akerfeldt dives in and grabs Tribute's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tribute pushes down on Akerfeldt's head and hops out.#KD#
Tribute feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Akerfeldt sprawling to the canvas! Akerfeldt rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tribute finish him?!
#ROC#Akerfeldt is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
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!
Akerfeldt tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tribute sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Akerfeldt somewhat.
Tank Tribute is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Tribute jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Tribute misses.
Akerfeldt dives in for a single leg takedown but Tribute sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Akerfeldt fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tribute throws a looping overhand right but Akerfeldt ducks down to avoid it.
Akerfeldt tries to close the distance and clinch but Tribute swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Akerfeldt throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tribute.
Akerfeldt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tribute throws out the jab.
Tribute misses with an uppercut. Akerfeldt saw that one coming.
Tribute defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Tribute is looking to counter punch.
Akerfeldt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tribute.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tank Tribute dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bjorn Akerfeldt's cut.
That's time! Tribute's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Akerfeldt wants to clinch
and Tribute counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tribute stuffs the takedown.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch up but Tribute circles away and keeps his distance.
Akerfeldt gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tribute counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tribute Throws a clean left jab. Tribute Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Akerfeldt's chin! Akerfeldt crumbles to the ground and Tribute follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Tribute!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tank Tribute!
In his post fight interview, Tank Tribute gave a big smile as he said '🤷♂️'. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 76
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Akerfeldt dives in and grabs Bloode's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bloode pushes down on Akerfeldt's head and hops out.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Akerfeldt or perhaps it was just good defense by Bloode, which made it look bad.
Choctaw Bloode has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Bloode throws a good cross that connects.
Akerfeldt fails with the takedown
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Akerfeldt has his takedown stuffed
and Bloode counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode throws a nice inside leg kick.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Akerfeldt dips to his left and cracks Bloode with an uppercut!
Akerfeldt with a poor takedown
and Bloode counters with an inside leg kick.
Akerfeldt looks winded!
Akerfeldt shoots and misses
letting Bloode counter with a right hand. #T1#
Bloode connects with a body shot.
A solid body kick from Bloode.
Bloode explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bloode dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Akerfeldt fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Bloode was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Akerfeldt takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bloode drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Akerfeldt right on the button. Akerfeldt goes down! Bloode follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Bloode gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
Choctaw Bloode thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 70
Date: Jul 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Rajantaka getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rajantaka connects with a leg kick.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Rajantaka scores with a nice body kick.
#CL#
Akerfeldt moves into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Rajantaka. #TD#
Akerfeldt has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Rajantaka regains guard immediately. #SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back looking for a leg! Rajantaka is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rajantaka manages to kick Akerfeldt off! Akerfeldt jumps back into Rajantaka's guard.
We've been hearing that Akerfeldt has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back looking for a leg! Rajantaka is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rajantaka manages to kick Akerfeldt off! Akerfeldt jumps back into Rajantaka's guard.
Rajantaka is trying to keep Akerfeldt in close.
#T1#
Akerfeldt throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Akerfeldt throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rajantaka works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Akerfeldt drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Akerfeldt jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Akerfeldt throwing strikes but missing.
Akerfeldt postures up.
Rajantaka really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akerfeldt. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Akerfeldt passes Rajantaka's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rajantaka sees it coming and defends easily.
Akerfeldt throwing shots but Rajantaka is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rajantaka doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Akerfeldt. #T3##SUB#
Akerfeldt wants to work for an arm triangle but Rajantaka is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura but Rajantaka is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Akerfeldt to get the leverage.
Rajantaka trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Akerfeldt prevents Rajantaka from improving his position.#T4##SUB#
Akerfeldt is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Rajantaka defend it? Akerfeldt steps over the head and cranks it - Rajantaka is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Akerfeldt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 63
Date: Jun 02, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Duarte gets caught napping as Akerfeldt dives in and scores a takedown. Duarte manages to retain guard.
Duarte trying to keep a closed guard but Akerfeldt is proving a slippery customer.
Akerfeldt stopping the sweep attempt from Duarte.
Duarte working a defensive guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Akerfeldt accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Akerfeldt throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Akerfeldt thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Duarte pulls Akerfeldt in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akerfeldt pushes down on Duarte's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Duarte wants to improve his position but Akerfeldt is controlling well.
Akerfeldt is thwarting Duarte's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Duarte sees it coming and defends easily.
Duarte wants to get back to full guard.
Duarte regains full guard. Nicely done.
Duarte working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Duarte lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2#
Akerfeldt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Duarte controls the pace.
Akerfeldt looking to control.
Duarte content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Duarte stacks Akerfeldt on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Duarte!
Akerfeldt tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Duarte wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Akerfeldt is not content to let Duarte control the position. #T3#
Akerfeldt tries to improve position but can't.
Duarte controls the position.
Duarte wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy.
Akerfeldt is letting Duarte control him for a moment.
Akerfeldt manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Duarte pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#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.
Duarte's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Duarte is keen to just control but Akerfeldt is a slippery customer.
Akerfeldt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Akerfeldt is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Duarte pulls his head out easily.
Duarte perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Duarte trying to mount his opponent but Akerfeldt defends it.
Duarte keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Duarte is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Akerfeldt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rogerio Duarte dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Akerfeldt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Duarte.
Akerfeldt with a poor takedown
and Duarte counters with a head kick. #TD#
Akerfeldt shoots in and gets a takedown into Duarte's guard.
Akerfeldt postures up in Duarte's guard and throws a big left but Duarte blocks it.
Akerfeldt tries to free his leg and advance position but Duarte is retaining full guard.
Duarte has his hands on Akerfeldt's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Akerfeldt postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Duarte is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Akerfeldt, into his guard. #REVB#
Duarte sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Duarte in particular looking to stall.#T1##SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Duarte pulls his head out easily.
Duarte controlling the action here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Akerfeldt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Duarte looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Duarte 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.
Duarte is controlling the pace.
Duarte is thwarting Akerfeldt's attempts to control the position.
Duarte is looking to advance position but Akerfeldt won't allow it.
Well, if Duarte 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.
Duarte seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Akerfeldt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.
Duarte sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Akerfeldt defending well though.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Duarte is controlling well.
Duarte wants to control but Akerfeldt is keeping him busy.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Duarte not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Duarte stalling.
Duarte seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Akerfeldt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Akerfeldt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
Duarte catches Akerfeldt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Akerfeldt darts in looking for a takedown but Duarte gets double underhooks and turns Akerfeldt into the cage.
Akerfeldt is trying to pull guard but Duarte turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Duarte forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Akerfeldt goes for a takedown in the clinch but Duarte prevents it.
Nice body punch from Duarte.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Duarte digs a right hand into Akerfeldt's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Akerfeldt's gas tank. #BC2#
Duarte escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Akerfeldt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Duarte connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Duarte keeps Akerfeldt at a distance using the push kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Duarte defends it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rogerio Duarte showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Akerfeldt takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Duarte slaps away a takedown attempt from Akerfeldt, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Duarte connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Duarte fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Duarte defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Akerfeldt.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duarte throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Akerfeldt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duarte pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Akerfeldt is looking for a counter combo.
Duarte scores with a kick to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Duarte displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Akerfeldt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Duarte tests Akerfeldt's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Duarte works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Duarte lands a nice shot that snaps Akerfeldt's head back.
Duarte has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#TD#
Akerfeldt drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Akerfeldt thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Duarte tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Akerfeldt wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Akerfeldt swings around for an armbar but Duarte sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Akerfeldt's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duarte's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB#
Akerfeldt has an active guard here but Duarte has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back.#SU2#
Duarte decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Duarte connects with a leg kick.
Duarte fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Akerfeldt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Duarte looks to land a right hand but Akerfeldt moved out of range.
Jab, jab by Duarte - just one landing.
Akerfeldt fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Duarte feints a counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Duarte slips under a jab from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt tries to clinch
and Akerfeldt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
Akerfeldt shoots for a takedown but Duarte saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Duarte scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duarte scoring well with a low kick there.
Duarte cracks Akerfeldt with a right hand to the side of the head.
Duarte has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Akerfeldt fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Duarte looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Duarte listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Akerfeldt shoots in and drives through. Duarte sprawls well.
Duarte is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Nice cross by Duarte.
Duarte lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Duarte to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duarte controls from within his opponent's guard.
Duarte trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Duarte stands and throws Akerfeldt's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Duarte tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bjorn Akerfeldt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Duarte content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rogerio Duarte comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Duarte 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rogerio Duarte! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 57
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Akerfeldt is just out of range.#CL2#
Akerfeldt rushes Bloode and presses him up against the cage.
Bloode misses with an elbow over the top.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bloode throws an elbow but misses.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Bloode holds him up against the cage and eventually Akerfeldt drops back down to his feet.
Bloode lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.#TD2#
Akerfeldt jumps guard.
Bloode controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bloode is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Bloode pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now.
Our spies down at at Iron Wolf Private Gym inform us that Akerfeldt has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Akerfeldt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloode defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bloode avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bloode content to stall in guard here.
Bloode pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akerfeldt is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bloode is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bloode looking to pass the guard.
Akerfeldt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bloode controls the pace.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bloode gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloode stays in close to Akerfeldt's body and controls the position.
Akerfeldt keeping full guard, as Bloode tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloode sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB2#
Akerfeldt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Bloode is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Akerfeldt has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Bloode is looking to defend but Akerfeldt has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Bloode! Akerfeldt pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Bloode taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
An out of breath Bjorn Akerfeldt 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 51
Date: Apr 03, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Akerfeldt manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Parker on his heels. He'll look to pass Parker's guard now, I'm sure.
Akerfeldt loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Parker is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Parker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Akerfeldt.
Parker wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SU2#
Akerfeldt stands and steps away. Parker gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Akerfeldt is looking to clinch but Parker is avoiding it.
As Akerfeldt tries to get set, Parker tries to push him back and clinch up but Akerfeldt manages to avoid the attempt.
Parker throws the left hand but Akerfeldt avoids the punch easily.
Akerfeldt throws out a counter right but Parker avoids it with no problem.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Akerfeldt has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL2#
Akerfeldt gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Parker.
Akerfeldt is trying to break the clinch but Parker has him pressed against the cage.
Parker has a couple of punches blocked by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt is trying to break the clinch but Parker has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from Parker.
#T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Parker. #BC#
Parker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Akerfeldt shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Parker pinned against the cage. Parker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Parker moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Parker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Andy's Sweaty Men in the buildup to the fight.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but Parker shows good takedown defense.
Akerfeldt tries for a takedown but Parker circles away easily
enabling Parker to counter with a crisp jab.
Jacob Parker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Parker misses with a lunging right hand
and Akerfeldt counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#KD#
Parker sends Akerfeldt crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Parker is motioning to the referee to let Akerfeldt up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Horrible takedown attempt by Akerfeldt or perhaps it was just good defense by Parker, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Akerfeldt takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
A short left from Parker.
Parker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Akerfeldt jumps guard but Parker turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Parker breaks the clinch.
Parker throws a shot from downtown. Akerfeldt moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Akerfeldt! But no joy.
Jacob Parker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD#
Parker drops Akerfeldt with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Akerfeldt looks back up at him and smiles so Parker waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Akerfeldt is rocked!
Parker connects with a stiff jab that staggers Akerfeldt - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jacob Parker!
Jacob Parker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SPPS 41 - Love and War
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Thai tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Akerfeldt defends well and Thai ends up having to push Akerfeldt into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Akerfeldt throwing a counter right hand but Thai manages to avoid it.
Good shot there by Akerfeldt.#CUT#It looks like Wille Thai has been cut.#TD2#
Thai looking to score a takedown here. Akerfeldt is defending well but Thai drives through and ends up in Akerfeldt's guard.#SUB#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Thai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Akerfeldt bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Thai's guard. #REVR#
Thai tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Thai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Akerfeldt defends well.
Akerfeldt working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Thai's head.
Akerfeldt working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Akerfeldt wants to pass the guard but Thai is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Thai has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Akerfeldt doesn't defend quickly enough and Thai has managed to lock this one up! Can Akerfeldt escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Thai on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Wille Thai! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 34
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kuznetsov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Bjorn Akerfeldt has been cut.
Akerfeldt swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Akerfeldt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Akerfeldt has closed the distance and engaged Kuznetsov in a clinch.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but Kuznetsov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Akerfeldt jumps guard and drags Kuznetsov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt has his foot on Kuznetsov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kuznetsov works his way back into a safe position though.
Kuznetsov controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt pushes a forearm under Kuznetsov's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kuznetsov is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
During a confident post fight interview, Bjorn Akerfeldt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 27
Date: Dec 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Good shot there by Kerzner.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but Kerzner shows good takedown defense.
A little feinted left hand from Kerzner on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Akerfeldt has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kerzner throws an overhand right that lands on Akerfeldt's shoulder, as Akerfeldt tries to avoid the shot.
Kerzner tries to bum rush Akerfeldt with a series of wild strikes but Akerfeldt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Akerfeldt shoots and misses
and Kerzner counters with a straight right hand.
Akerfeldt avoids a punch combination nicely.
Akerfeldt will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Harold Kerzner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kerzner is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kerzner lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Akerfeldt at a distance.
#CL2#
Akerfeldt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kerzner, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kerzner wants a takedown but no success here.
Kerzner tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Akerfeldt smiles and moves away.
Akerfeldt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kerzner.#T1#
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Akerfeldt clinches up against the cage.
Kerzner has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Akerfeldt avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
I was talking to Kerzner's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Akerfeldt working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Kerzner lands a takedown into guard.
#SUB2#
Kerzner is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Akerfeldt has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Kerzner is looking to defend but Akerfeldt has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Kerzner! Akerfeldt pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Kerzner taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$100, Laundry for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Checkmate Contenders 7
Date: Nov 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Akerfeldt shoots in looking for a takedown. Bloode tries to sprawl out of it but Akerfeldt keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bloode manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Akerfeldt fails to land the takedown.
Bloode connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Akerfeldt's hands.
Bloode digs a good hook to Akerfeldt's body.
Bloode lands a front kick.
Akerfeldt drops his hands momentarily and Bloode takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloode as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Akerfeldt shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bloode manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
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!
Bloode tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloode pulls Akerfeldt in to control the position. #T1#
Akerfeldt looking to sit in guard and control but Bloode gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Bloode sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Akerfeldt's guard.
Bloode really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akerfeldt. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bloode seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Bloode is controlling well.
#T2##SUB#
Akerfeldt actively working from the bottom here.
Akerfeldt trying to get back to full guard but Bloode takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Akerfeldt is looking to get to half guard.
Akerfeldt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Akerfeldt gets back to half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to improve his position but Bloode is controlling well.
#SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
Akerfeldt wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Akerfeldt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bloode is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloode is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Akerfeldt!
Akerfeldt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T4#
Bloode controlling from the full mount.
Akerfeldt gets back to half guard.
Akerfeldt is trying to get back to full guard.
Bloode controlling the action here. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloode pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloode performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Choctaw Bloode dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bloode keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bloode comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bloode sizes up Akerfeldt with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bloode scores with a nice right hand.
Bloode wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloode chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akerfeldt shoots for a double leg takedown but Bloode sprawls well. He's pushed Akerfeldt's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bloode punishes Akerfeldt's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Akerfeldt shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bloode as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjorn Akerfeldt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloode getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Akerfeldt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice cross by Bloode.
Akerfeldt doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloode circles away.
Bloode lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bloode getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bloode cracks Akerfeldt with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Choctaw Bloode is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloode throws a good cross that connects.
Akerfeldt looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Akerfeldt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloode to score with a decent uppercut.
Bloode lands a big head kick that sends Akerfeldt to the canvas! Bloode follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Choctaw Bloode!
After the fight, Choctaw Bloode was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 12
Date: Oct 17, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Creed throws an overhand right that lands on Akerfeldt's shoulder, as Akerfeldt tries to avoid the shot.
Creed backing away here, and Akerfeldt unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Creed lands with a straight right. Akerfeldt didn't see that one coming.
Creed looks to land a combination but Akerfeldt avoids it well.
No luck for Akerfeldt with that takedown attempt.
We've been told by Creed's head coaches at Clark's Champion's that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Creed gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Akerfeldt has a takedown stuffed.
Akerfeldt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Creed misses with an uppercut.
Akerfeldt is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creed misses the jab.
Akerfeldt takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Creed will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Creed throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Creed scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Akerfeldt dives in and scores a takedown into Creed's guard.
Creed pulls Akerfeldt in close to his closed guard and prevents Akerfeldt from doing any damage or advancing position.
Creed looking to control.
Creed keeping full guard, as Akerfeldt tries to pass.
Creed not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Creed pulls Akerfeldt in to control the position.
Akerfeldt content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Akerfeldt postures up.
#T2#
Akerfeldt pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Creed is keeping the position for now.
Akerfeldt throws a big right hand that misses.
Akerfeldt wants to control from the top but Creed keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Creed trying to keep a closed guard but Akerfeldt is proving a slippery customer.
Creed is trying to hold Akerfeldt in close to prevent damage but Akerfeldt has managed to pass into half guard.
Akerfeldt throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akerfeldt missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Creed on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Creed tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3#
Akerfeldt throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Creed is trying to control but Akerfeldt passes into side control!
Akerfeldt landing a few strikes. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Creed is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Creed keeping his opponent close.#T4#
Creed wants to control but Akerfeldt postures up.
Akerfeldt wants to control but Creed is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt has hold of Creed's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Creed seems comfortable defending it but Akerfeldt has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Creed is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Creed is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Akerfeldt couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt gave a mention to Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$100, Laundry in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated Gabriel Creed had this to say: 'I wasn't supposed to fight untill i Turned 18, My manager Forced me to take this fight on a 1 day notice. I want a rematch setup the day i Turn 18!!! '. |
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 11
Date: Sep 16, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Akerfeldt throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Alexander has managed to clinch.
Akerfeldt blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt has a couple of punches blocked by Alexander.
Alexander misses with a punch on the inside.
Akerfeldt taking a breather.
Akerfeldt is trying to pull guard but Alexander has him pressed against the cage.
Akerfeldt tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Alexander just stands there and leans against the cage.
Alexander throws a punch but it's blocked by Akerfeldt.
Alexander lands a left hand.
Akerfeldt blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander working aggressively here.
Akerfeldt jumps guard but Alexander turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Zane Alexander has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.#BC2#
Akerfeldt pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Alexander shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Akerfeldt's guard.#ES2#
Akerfeldt scrambles and gets 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!#CL2#
Akerfeldt has managed to clinch.
#T1#
Alexander misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Akerfeldt. #TD2#
Akerfeldt jumps guard.
Akerfeldt looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Akerfeldt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Alexander is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Alexander avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Alexander is working Akerfeldt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Alexander wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a triangle here but Alexander uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Akerfeldt on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a sweep.
Alexander is staying tight to Akerfeldt's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Akerfeldt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Alexander's best efforts.
Alexander is looking to take a break and control but Akerfeldt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back.
Alexander content to control rather than advance.
Alexander missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Akerfeldt gets full guard.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alexander defends well.
Alexander controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Alexander wants to control from the top but Akerfeldt keeps moving.
Alexander lands a couple of digs.
Alexander scoring with some ground and pound.
Alexander throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Alexander throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Akerfeldt works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt has an active guard here but Alexander has managed to pass into half guard.
#T4#
Alexander is trying to control the action in half guard but Akerfeldt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Akerfeldt punching from the bottom.
Alexander trying to control the action but Akerfeldt is working from the bottom.
Akerfeldt avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Alexander.
Akerfeldt trying to control here.
Alexander slips a nice elbow through Akerfeldt's hands, connecting with Akerfeldt's forehead.
Alexander is thwarting Akerfeldt's attempts to control the position.
Alexander seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Akerfeldt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Akerfeldt moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Akerfeldt keeping moving, preventing Alexander from controlling successfully.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Zane Alexander will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akerfeldt swinging wildly here.
Akerfeldt falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL#
and Alexander moves into the clinch.
Akerfeldt trying to control the position but instead, Alexander has worked for underhooks and has pushed Akerfeldt into the cage.#BC2#
Akerfeldt's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A head kick misses from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL#
and Alexander counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Alexander.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Akerfeldt manages to break the clinch.
Alexander shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Akerfeldt but Akerfeldt pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Alexander's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Akerfeldt connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Alexander scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Akerfeldt pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Akerfeldt slips a straight right by Alexander.#CL#
Alexander drives through and clinches with Akerfeldt against the cage.
I was talking to Alexander's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Akerfeldt breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Alexander clinches up against the cage.
Alexander is leaning against Akerfeldt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Akerfeldt's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Akerfeldt pushes off an throws an elbow but Alexander leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Alexander misses with a punch on the inside.
Alexander lands with a left to the head.
Akerfeldt stalling the fight.
Akerfeldt jumps guard but Alexander turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Akerfeldt drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Alexander gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2##BC2#
Akerfeldt escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Akerfeldt misses with an uppercut.
Akerfeldt looks to land a body kick but Alexander moved away.#CL#
Alexander clinches up against the cage.
Alexander lands a body punch in the clinch.
Alexander wants a takedown but no success here.
Alexander scores with a shot to the side of Akerfeldt's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alexander tries to work over Akerfeldt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Alexander.
Alexander misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alexander misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alexander goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alexander misses with a punch to the body.
Akerfeldt is trying to drag Alexander to the mat but Alexander just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Zane Alexander has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjorn Akerfeldt.#T3#
Akerfeldt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alexander's elbow.
Akerfeldt is trying to drag Alexander to the mat but Alexander just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Akerfeldt prevents a takedown attempt there.
Akerfeldt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alexander lands a hook that snaps the head of Akerfeldt backwards.
Akerfeldt takes a shot to the head. #TD#
Alexander gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Akerfeldt regains guard.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Akerfeldt trying to control the position.
Alexander with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4##SUB2#
Akerfeldt is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Akerfeldt keeping moving, preventing Alexander from controlling successfully.
Alexander sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Alexander keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Akerfeldt's head.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt is looking for a triangle but Alexander pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alexander slips nicely into half guard.
Alexander stalling.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Zane Alexander dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Alexander as Akerfeldt shoots in.#CL#
Alexander moves into the clinch.
Akerfeldt jumps guard but Alexander turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Alexander swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akerfeldt has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alexander.
Alexander is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Akerfeldt can do to turn this around?
Alexander lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akerfeldt backwards.
Akerfeldt throws an elbow that misses.
#TD2#
Akerfeldt jumps guard and drags Alexander to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Akerfeldt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alexander can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akerfeldt keeping moving, preventing Alexander from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Alexander defends it easily.#T1#
Alexander connects with a couple of short punches.
Alexander content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt has his foot on Alexander's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alexander works his way back into a safe position though.
Zane Alexander overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Alexander connects with a couple of short punches.
Akerfeldt 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##SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Akerfeldt stops Alexander from getting back to his feet.
#T2#
Alexander wants to get back to full guard.
Alexander regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Akerfeldt.
Akerfeldt wants to control from the top but Alexander keeps moving.
Akerfeldt throwing strikes from guard but Alexander blocks nicely. #SU2#
Akerfeldt gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T3#
Akerfeldt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Akerfeldt misses with a double jab.
#CL#
Alexander darts in and clinches Akerfeldt up against the cage.
Akerfeldt looking to slow down the pace here.
Alexander goes for a takedown attempt but Akerfeldt pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Alexander connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Zane Alexander is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Alexander checks a leg kick nicely.
Alexander tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Akerfeldt manages to circle out of the way.
Some wild striking there from Akerfeldt.
#T4#
Akerfeldt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Alexander checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bjorn Akerfeldt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horrible takedown attempt by Alexander or perhaps it was just good defense by Akerfeldt, which made it look bad.
Bjorn Akerfeldt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Akerfeldt looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Akerfeldt wants to get back to his feet.
Akerfeldt working the head and body with strikes.
Bjorn Akerfeldt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt seems to be working for a kimura but Alexander defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt trying to work for an americana but Alexander has managed to regain full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bjorn Akerfeldt.
I think Alexander 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zane Alexander!
Zane Alexander decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 10
Date: Aug 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rajantaka throws out a powerful jab.#TD#
Akerfeldt fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rajantaka sprawls well initially but Akerfeldt persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Akerfeldt is trying for a kimura here. Rajantaka looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Akerfeldt wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
Bjorn Akerfeldt very nearly forgot to thank Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$100, Laundry 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:
FFS 18: Crystal River
Date: Jul 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kennedy punishes Akerfeldt's body with a nice straight punch.
Akerfeldt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Leonzar Kennedy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy tests Akerfeldt's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Akerfeldt closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Akerfeldt manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Akerfeldt looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Akerfeldt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kennedy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Akerfeldt is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Kennedy is posturing up here but Akerfeldt has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kennedy tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kennedy has to tap! Slick submission there by Akerfeldt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjorn Akerfeldt!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjorn Akerfeldt thanked Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$100, Laundry for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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