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Event:
C278: Gunnarsson vs Nakagawa
Date: Feb 11, 2024 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ferkingstad throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste clobbers Ferkingstad with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ferkingstad looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Ferkingstad scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad misses with the body kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Ferkingstad throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferkingstad with a nice calf kick.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut there from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad 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.
Ferkingstad lands a body shot.
A jab from Ferkingstad does it's job there.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferkingstad. Ferkingstad circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferkingstad buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ferkingstad tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Ferkingstad.#T1#
Ferkingstad motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Ferkingstad throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ferkingstad thuds his shin into the meat of Jean Baptiste's side.
Ferkingstad throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ferkingstad throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body shot.
Ferkingstad blocks the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Ferkingstad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferkingstad sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jean Baptiste avoids a kick to the body.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Ferkingstad sees coming a mile off.
Ferkingstad scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Ferkingstad has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ferkingstad looks for the body kick but Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste is looking for a counter combo.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Ferkingstad misses.
Ferkingstad fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ferkingstad throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ferkingstad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferkingstad waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Ferkingstad moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ferkingstad takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Ferkingstad turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad walks into a left hand.
Ferkingstad moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Ferkingstad is out of range.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Ferkingstad connects with an inside leg kick.
Ferkingstad connects with a body shot that sends Jean Baptiste's belly button to the back.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ferkingstad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ferkingstad to score with a decent uppercut.
Ferkingstad uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Ferkingstad's ribs.
Ferkingstad looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ferkingstad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Ferkingstad wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Ferkingstad's body.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ferkingstad throws a front kick aimed at Jean Baptiste's knee but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
Ferkingstad misses with a looping left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferkingstad connects with a body shot.
Ferkingstad checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4#
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Ferkingstad fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Ferkingstad feints and then cracks Jean Baptiste's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jean Baptiste down.
Ferkingstad thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferkingstad fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ferkingstad blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferkingstad misses with a kick to the body.
Ferkingstad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ferkingstad slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ferkingstad moves away.
Ferkingstad tries a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste is wise to it.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Ferkingstad throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferkingstad misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Ferkingstad attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice head shot.
Ferkingstad is looking to chop away at Jean Baptiste's legs.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Ferkingstad's head but Ferkingstad sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ferkingstad looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste misses with a few strikes there.
Ferkingstad slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ferkingstad thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferkingstad bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Ferkingstad in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Ferkingstad thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ferkingstad looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Some bone on bone action there as Ferkingstad checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ferkingstad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste misses with a few strikes there.
Ferkingstad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferkingstad was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.#T1#
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ferkingstad delivers a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ferkingstad lands a jab.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Ferkingstad strikes.
Ferkingstad blocks the body kick.
Ferkingstad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Ferkingstad dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ferkingstad scores with a jab to the head.
Ferkingstad connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferkingstad manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ferkingstad goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Ferkingstad replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Jean Baptiste blocks it well.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Ferkingstad throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.#T2#
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Ferkingstad sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ferkingstad doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ferkingstad scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste jabs Ferkingstad to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ferkingstad takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ferkingstad swings widly with a right hand
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Ferkingstad steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ferkingstad avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferkingstad uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ferkingstad connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ferkingstad checks it well.
Ferkingstad looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste throws a chopping leg kick but Ferkingstad manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Ferkingstad takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jean Baptiste avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ferkingstad scores with a body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Ferkingstad misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste motions for Ferkingstad to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice head shot.
Ferkingstad moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Jean Baptiste if he has to take too many more of those.
Ferkingstad connects with a nice looking jab.
Ferkingstad avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferkingstad scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
Ferkingstad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ferkingstad fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferkingstad connects with a right hand. Jean Baptiste shakes it off.
Ferkingstad scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jean Baptiste.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferkingstad misses the shot to the body.
Ferkingstad keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferkingstad was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ferkingstad lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ferkingstad is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferkingstad slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2#
Ferkingstad rushes Jean Baptiste and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
A low kick from Ferkingstad is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ferkingstad thinking.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ferkingstad scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Ferkingstad was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ferkingstad moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Ferkingstad tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Ferkingstad throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Ferkingstad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Ferkingstad moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferkingstad manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste lands the left hand.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target. #T1#
Ferkingstad blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferkingstad is just out of range.
Ferkingstad misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Ferkingstad looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferkingstad throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ferkingstad thinking.
Jean Baptiste wants to land a leg kick but Ferkingstad is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Ferkingstad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Ferkingstad blocks it.
Ferkingstad chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jean Baptiste blocks the body kick.
Ferkingstad throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ferkingstad tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Both fighters circling a little - Jean Baptiste finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Ferkingstad moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ferkingstad throws a big counter head kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ferkingstad misses with a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Ferkingstad.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Ferkingstad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Ferkingstad slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Ferkingstad's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ferkingstad down.
Nice uppercut there from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Ferkingstad was well out of range.
Ferkingstad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Ferkingstad throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Jean Baptiste needs to keep his hands up - Ferkingstad had a free shot at his head there.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Crunch! Ferkingstad slams his shin into Jean Baptiste's torso.
Ferkingstad is looking to land body kicks.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad misses with a low kick.
A low kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ferkingstad throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Ferkingstad throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Ferkingstad tries a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste is wise to it.#T4#
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ferkingstad is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A good leg kick by Ferkingstad.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Ferkingstad is out of range.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ferkingstad closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Ferkingstad fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Ferkingstad avoids it easily.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Ferkingstad has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
Decent striking displayed by Ferkingstad there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Ferkingstad moved out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
Well Ferkingstad 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad!
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad 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:
C275: Gunnarson vs Ochoa II
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Courtial misses with a jab, cross combination.
A nice side step and Jean Baptiste releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Courtial will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Courtial misses with a straight right.
Courtial 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.
Courtial throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Courtial moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Godefroy Courtial seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Courtial.
Jean Baptiste flicks out a counter leg kick but Courtial steps away.
Courtial throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Courtial's head but Courtial sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Courtial was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Courtial throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range.
Courtial avoids a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Courtial.
Courtial stuns Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Courtial scores with a four punch combination!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste is looking to slow Courtial down with leg kicks.
Courtial swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Jean Baptiste lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Courtial has time to react.
Courtial tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Courtial's sensitive parts.
Courtial throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Courtial misses
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Courtial swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Courtial jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Courtial throws a nice looking combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Courtial displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab. #T2#
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Courtial appears to be looking for a big counter.
Courtial with the inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Courtial down.
Courtial throws a front kick aimed at Jean Baptiste's knee but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Courtial moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Donk. Courtial catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Courtial lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Courtial chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Jean Baptiste stuns Courtial with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Courtial throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Courtial looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Courtial thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Courtial misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Courtial throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Courtial staying out of range there.
Courtial rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Courtial throws a body shot but no joy.
Courtial keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Courtial uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Courtial steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Courtial slaps the foot to one side.
Courtial thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste throws a big counter head kick but Courtial avoids it with no problem.
Courtial throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Courtial had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Courtial avoids it.#T4#
Courtial bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Courtial moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Courtial lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Courtial tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Courtial blocks a leg kick.
Courtial misses with a body punch
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Courtial pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Courtial ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Courtial tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Courtial was well out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Courtial looks to land a combination but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Courtial to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Godefroy Courtial will probably get the nod.
That's time! Courtial's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Courtial moved out of range nicely.
Courtial throws a right and a left that both miss.
Godefroy Courtial is winning the standup battle so far.
Courtial lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Courtial misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Courtial wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #CL#
Courtial has managed to clinch.
Courtial makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Courtial.
Courtial fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste pushes Courtial back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Courtial has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Courtial blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1##BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Courtial.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Courtial moves away.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Courtial.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jean Baptiste darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Courtial with a jab.
A leg kick checked by Courtial.
Courtial is looking to score with low kicks.
Courtial misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Courtial has closed the distance and engaged Jean Baptiste in a clinch.
Courtial misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Courtial breaks from the clinch.
Courtial uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial lands a two punch combo.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Courtial misses the target.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Courtial saw that one coming.
It looked like Courtial wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste thows a leg kick but Courtial checks it
and Courtial connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Courtial moved away.
Courtial throws a nice head kick!
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Courtial uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a head kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Courtial.
Jean Baptiste jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste works Courtial's body with a nice hook.
Courtial connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Courtial tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Courtial saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but it's checked well by Courtial.
Courtial misses with a wild combination.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Courtial misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste tries a low kick but Courtial avoids it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Courtial ducked under it nicely.
Courtial lands a slapping body shot.
Courtial sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot.
Courtial swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Courtial slips under a jab.#T4#
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Courtial. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Courtial drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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!
Courtial missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Courtial was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Courtial throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Courtial fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Courtial gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Courtial slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
Jean Baptiste thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Courtial if he has to take too many more of those.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Courtial avoids a kick to the body.
Courtial on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice shot lands for Courtial.
Courtial throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Courtial throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Courtial saw it coming and moves away.
Courtial looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A shot to the liver by Courtial. Beautiful body shot.
Courtial keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste works Courtial's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Courtial sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Courtial.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Good standup being displayed there by Jean Baptiste as he connects with a hook.
Courtial on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Courtial moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Courtial throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jean Baptiste stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Courtial throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Courtial missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Courtial is out of range.
Courtial lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Courtial tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Courtial avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Courtial on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Courtial tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste scores with a kick to the midsection.
Courtial will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Courtial takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Courtial seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial misses with a looping right.
Courtial will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T2#
Courtial is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Courtial.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Courtial throws a head kick that misses.
Courtial swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick.
Courtial blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste thumps Courtial with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Courtial sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Courtial lands a nice shot to the body.
Courtial throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Courtial swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Courtial looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Courtial is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Courtial wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Courtial.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Courtial misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Courtial misses with a wild body shot.
A good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with an outside leg kick.
Courtial throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Courtial on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Courtial throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Courtial crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jean Baptiste - the referee stops the clock and Courtial gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jean Baptiste. Courtial manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Good standup being displayed there by Jean Baptiste as he connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Courtial's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Courtial takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Courtial misses with a double jab
and Jean Baptiste counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Courtial checks it. #T4#
Jean Baptiste defending well as Courtial loads up on a big left hand.
Courtial stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Courtial right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Courtial moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Courtial blocks it.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Courtial.
Courtial avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Courtial moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
A good leg kick by Courtial.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
A victorious Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
C273: Martin vs Gunnarsson
Date: Jan 28, 2024 |
#R1#
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to bum rush Jean Baptiste with a series of wild strikes but Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with an uppercut.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste cracks Jurgensen Sanchez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jurgensen Sanchez checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jurgensen Sanchez was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A low kick lands for Jurgensen Sanchez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jurgensen Sanchez is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jurgensen Sanchez goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jurgensen Sanchez missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste. #T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a good cross that connects.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jurgensen Sanchez lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jurgensen Sanchez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Jurgensen Sanchez with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jurgensen Sanchez momentarily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab. Jurgensen Sanchez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Jurgensen Sanchez only half commits.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste thows a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez checks it
enabling Jurgensen Sanchez to counter with a crisp jab.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste wants to land a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez is out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Jurgensen Sanchez's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jurgensen Sanchez digs a good hook to Jean Baptiste's body.
Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste tests Jurgensen Sanchez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand
and Jurgensen Sanchez counters with a series of strikes. Jean Baptiste will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a spinning back kick!#T3#
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Jurgensen Sanchez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Jurgensen Sanchez misses its intended target.
Jurgensen Sanchez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste walks into a left hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jurgensen Sanchez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jean Baptiste jabs at Jurgensen Sanchez's body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jurgensen Sanchez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jean Baptiste takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Jurgensen Sanchez avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sloppy strikes from Jurgensen Sanchez. Those never looked like landing.
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4#
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body shot but no joy.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jurgensen Sanchez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jurgensen Sanchez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sloppy strikes from Jurgensen Sanchez. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Jean Baptiste gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jurgensen Sanchez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jurgensen Sanchez prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Jurgensen Sanchez controls the action.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Jurgensen Sanchez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Jurgensen Sanchez didn't see that one coming.
Jurgensen Sanchez slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks for the body kick but Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
As Jurgensen Sanchez looks to move away, Jean Baptiste throws a big counter combo but Jurgensen Sanchez just gets out of the way.
Jurgensen Sanchez missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jurgensen Sanchez momentarily.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Jean Baptiste finds it's way through Jurgensen Sanchez's defenses.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jean Baptiste darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick from Jurgensen Sanchez, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Jurgensen Sanchez connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jurgensen Sanchez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick counter kick to the body but Jurgensen Sanchez avoids it.
Jean Baptiste cracks Jurgensen Sanchez with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Jean Baptiste clinches up with Jurgensen Sanchez and pushes him back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a knee to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a hook to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez is looking to control Jean Baptiste's arms but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jurgensen Sanchez has his back to the cage. #T2#
Jurgensen Sanchez pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jean Baptiste just leaning against Jurgensen Sanchez, taking a breather.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Jurgensen Sanchez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jurgensen Sanchez looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
and Jurgensen Sanchez counters with an inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination. Jurgensen Sanchez tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jurgensen Sanchez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jurgensen Sanchez! But no joy.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands with a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jurgensen Sanchez slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
A nice leg kick from Jurgensen Sanchez, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Jurgensen Sanchez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jurgensen Sanchez.
It seemed like Jurgensen Sanchez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a high kick!
Jean Baptiste motions for Jurgensen Sanchez to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jurgensen Sanchez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Despite the aggression on Jurgensen Sanchez's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jurgensen Sanchez with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez connects with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that second round.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Jurgensen Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jurgensen Sanchez appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Jurgensen Sanchez strikes.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Jurgensen Sanchez moved out of range nicely.
Jurgensen Sanchez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheers as Jurgensen Sanchez lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
A punch combination from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jean Baptiste thinks about countering with a body kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a counter combo.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jurgensen Sanchez checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick that misses. #T1#
A low kick lands for Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut
and Jurgensen Sanchez makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Jean Baptiste really felt that one!
Jurgensen Sanchez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Jurgensen Sanchez slips the punch.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jurgensen Sanchez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste doesn't manage to clinch there - Jurgensen Sanchez circles away.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jurgensen Sanchez paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jurgensen Sanchez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jurgensen Sanchez is looking to land body kicks.
A punch combination from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jurgensen Sanchez looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a series of punches but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body kick that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Jean Baptiste.
A low kick from Jurgensen Sanchez misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jurgensen Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.#T3#
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Jurgensen Sanchez strikes.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Jurgensen Sanchez.
That kick from Jurgensen Sanchez tenderised Jean Baptiste's leg. Jean Baptiste is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Jurgensen Sanchez's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Jurgensen Sanchez saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jean Baptiste changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A left and a right from Jurgensen Sanchez both land. Nice combination.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.#T4#
Jurgensen Sanchez avoids a kick to the body.
Nice defenses there by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jurgensen Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Some wild striking there from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a head kick that misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Jurgensen Sanchez knows he should have avoided that one.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jurgensen Sanchez crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jean Baptiste - the referee stops the clock and Jurgensen Sanchez gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jean Baptiste. Jurgensen Sanchez manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a poor cross that misses
and Jurgensen Sanchez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
During a confident post fight interview, Brady Jean Baptiste thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
C270: Tosen vs Payer IV
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Ferkingstad lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad half committed to a counter leg kick.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferkingstad keeps Jean Baptiste at a distance using the push kick.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferkingstad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ferkingstad tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Ferkingstad strikes.
Ferkingstad lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts. #CL#
Ferkingstad moves into the clinch successfully.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jean Baptiste just misses with a elbow thrown towards Ferkingstad's brow.
Ferkingstad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ferkingstad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Ferkingstad - that landed with a thud.
Ferkingstad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ferkingstad lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferkingstad swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Ferkingstad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1#
Still in the clinch, Ferkingstad scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ferkingstad lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ferkingstad takes a shot to the head.
Ferkingstad working aggressively here.
Ferkingstad tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Ferkingstad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Ferkingstad doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ferkingstad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jean Baptistes head.
Ferkingstad misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferkingstad fails to pull guard.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Ferkingstad misses with a punch to the body.
Ferkingstad prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste. #T2#
Ferkingstad creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ferkingstad has Jean Baptiste pushed against the cage.
Ferkingstad lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jean Baptiste creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ferkingstad tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferkingstad lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice uppercut.
Ferkingstad swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Ferkingstad prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferkingstad tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferkingstad lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ferkingstad prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste blocks an elbow strike from Ferkingstad.
#T3#
Ferkingstad letting Jean Baptiste take a breather here.
Ferkingstad misses with some punches.
Ferkingstad is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ferkingstad backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ferkingstad.
A right hook to the body lands for Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ferkingstad backwards.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Ferkingstad controls the action.
#BC#
Ferkingstad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ferkingstad rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the body kick.
Ferkingstad throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad is looking to clinch.
Ferkingstad throws a big shot that misses.
A low kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferkingstad.
The fighters circling - Ferkingstad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ferkingstad slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferkingstad lands a jab to Jean Baptiste's midsection.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferkingstad was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ferkingstad back to the cage. Jean Baptiste follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferkingstad is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad avoids the head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An inside leg kick lands from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ferkingstad rather than just go for the knockout.
Ferkingstad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferkingstad tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ferkingstad throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ferkingstad throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Ferkingstad takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
As Jean Baptiste tries to get set, Ferkingstad tries to push him back and clinch up but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid the attempt.
Ferkingstad moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Ferkingstad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferkingstad is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Ferkingstad avoids it easily.
Ferkingstad has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Ferkingstad connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferkingstad lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ferkingstad darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferkingstad looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jean Baptiste swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ferkingstad backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ferkingstad checks the leg kick.
Ferkingstad swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
And Jean Baptiste responds with a good body kick, but Ferkingstad manages to step out the way in time.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Ferkingstad's knee but Ferkingstad avoids it well.
An inside leg kick from Jean Baptiste misses.
Ferkingstad works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Ferkingstad moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Ferkingstad misses the target.
Jean Baptiste lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ferkingstad will feel that in the morning.
Ferkingstad tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ferkingstad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ferkingstad fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ferkingstad on the side of the head.
Ferkingstad moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ferkingstad throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Ferkingstad has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferkingstad throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ferkingstad lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ferkingstad motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Ferkingstad throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferkingstad blocks a jab.#CL#
Ferkingstad pushes Jean Baptiste up against the cage in a clinch.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ferkingstad's elbow.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right hook to the body lands for Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste works on Ferkingstad's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Ferkingstad controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Ferkingstad - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Ferkingstad - that landed with a thud.
Ferkingstad pressing his opponent against the cage.
Ferkingstad tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ferkingstad lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ferkingstad lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Ferkingstad tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ferkingstad lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ferkingstad misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ferkingstad has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Ferkingstad blocks it.
Ferkingstad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4#
Ferkingstad scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad is trying to stall.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ferkingstad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
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!
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Ferkingstad has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jean Baptiste uses from the top position.
Jean Baptiste passes into half guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to control the action in half guard but Ferkingstad is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jean Baptiste content to control rather than advance.
Ferkingstad makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ferkingstad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
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. 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#
Ferkingstad swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ferkingstad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch but Ferkingstad moves out of range.
Ferkingstad tries to close the distance and clinch but Jean Baptiste swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ferkingstad misses with an attempted mid kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Ferkingstad ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#CL#
Ferkingstad moves into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ferkingstad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Ferkingstad is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jean Baptiste is defending well for now.
Ferkingstad takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Ferkingstad tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Ferkingstad back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ferkingstad. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Ferkingstad misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Ferkingstad moved away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Ferkingstad down.
Ferkingstad on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Ferkingstad ducked under it nicely.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Ferkingstad with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#CL#
Ferkingstad fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jean Baptiste, pushing him back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ferkingstad can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Ferkingstad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
#T2#
Ferkingstad throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ferkingstads head.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad blocking some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Ferkingstad avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste works on Ferkingstad's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad taking a breather.
Ferkingstad misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ferkingstad backwards.
Ferkingstad doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferkingstad. #T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Ferkingstad avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Ferkingstad lands with a right to the head.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste is working Ferkingstad over against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferkingstad.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ferkingstad's elbow.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD#
Ferkingstad decides to pull guard.
Jean Baptiste looking to pass the guard.
Jean Baptiste slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T4#
Ferkingstad is not content to let Jean Baptiste control the position.
Jean Baptiste is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Jean Baptiste goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ferkingstad has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jean Baptiste but great work by Ferkingstad.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferkingstad just content to control the position.
Jean Baptiste prevents Ferkingstad from moving into mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ferkingstad 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad!
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad 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:
C262: Albatross vs Femme II
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Otori looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Otori. That one must have hurt.
Otori throws out a powerful jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Otori lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Otori.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Otori.
Jean Baptiste tried to counter with a leg kick but Otori avoided it.
Otori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Otori turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Otori.
Otori looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Otori lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Otori slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Otori moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Otori flicks out a counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste steps away.
A jab from Otori finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a predictable looking body shot
and Otori counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Otori misses with a body punch
and Otori takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Otori.
Jean Baptiste throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Otori counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Otori avoids it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Otori throws a big counter head kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
It appears Jean Baptiste was looking to counter with a kick there.
Crunch! Otori slams his shin into Jean Baptiste's torso.
Otori tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Otori. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Otori.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Otori looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Otori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Otori finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2#
Otori on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Otori misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Otori sees coming a mile off.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
A nice leg kick lands there from Otori.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Otori.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Otori is out of range.
Otori lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Otori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Shigeru Otori seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Otori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Otori's ribcage but misses.
Otori is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jean Baptiste with a body shot.
Otori swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Otori ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Otori takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Otori lands a lovely overhand right.
Otori throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick. #T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Otori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
No joy there for Otori, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Otori swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Otori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Otori misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Otori checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste misses with a lunging right hand
and Otori counters with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jean Baptiste is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Otori avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Otori.
Otori thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands the left hand.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Otori moved away.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jean Baptiste.
Otori connects with the punch.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Good leg kick by Otori.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Otori throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body
and Otori counters with a nice kick to the body.
Otori throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Otori turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Otori throws out the jab.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Otori missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Otori connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Otori throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Otori was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
A countering left hand to the body from Otori misses.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shigeru Otori will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Otori saw that one coming.
Otori lands a jab.
Otori lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Otori lands a nice hook to Jean Baptiste's body. Jean Baptiste takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Otori moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Otori.
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Otori was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Otori saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T1#
Otori just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste walks into a left hand.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Otori seems unphased.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Otori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Otori steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jean Baptiste. That one must have hurt.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Otori's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Otori down.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Otori's hands.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Otori! But no joy.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Otori moved out of range.
Otori does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jean Baptiste swings widly with a right hand
and Otori counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Otori attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sloppy strikes from Otori. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Otori clobbers Jean Baptiste with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Otori throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Otori throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.#T2#
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Otori checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Otori sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Otori.
Shigeru Otori seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Otori saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Otori.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Otori manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Otori.
Otori lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Otori.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Otori tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
A swing and a miss from Otori.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Otori misses with a wild body shot.
Otori uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Otori scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T3#
Otori looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Otori goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Otori.
Otori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste misses the body punch
and Otori cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Otori moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Otori moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Otori sees coming a mile off.
Otori throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Otori connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Otori avoids the punch easily.
Otori misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Otori misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste thinks about countering with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Otori.
Otori throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Otori sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
Otori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Otori tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Otori.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Otori's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Otori's ribcage but misses.
Otori throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Otori.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Otori slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Otori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Otori with a nice calf kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking kick to the body. Otori takes a step back to recover.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shigeru Otori will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Otori misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a solid body kick.
Otori throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Otori.
Otori blocks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Otori tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Otori throws a right and a left that Jean Baptiste avoids nicely.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Otori.
Otori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Otori throws a head kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Otori.
Jean Baptiste fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Otori has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Otori.
Jean Baptiste throws a predictable looking body shot
and Otori counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Otori looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Otori comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Otori moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jean Baptiste is looking to chop away at Otori's legs.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Otori misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from Otori.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Otori moves away and avoids it.
Otori's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Otori connects with the punch.
Otori with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
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!
Otori keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Otori does a little dance to reset his feet.
Otori throws a counter combo.#T2#
Otori misses with a hook.
As Otori backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Otori punishes Jean Baptiste's body with a nice straight punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Otori. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter the offense by Otori and move into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Otori.
Otori has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
Otori lands a nice shot to the body.
Otori takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Otori misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Otori.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
A punch combination from Otori misses.
Otori scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jean Baptiste takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Otori.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Otori tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Otori takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Otori is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a jab to the body
and Otori counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Otori's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Otori.
Jean Baptiste lands with an uppercut that bounces Otori off the cage and back into range.
Otori throws a sloppy body shot
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Otori misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a two punch combination.
Jean Baptiste looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Otori. Otori obviously looking to wear him down.
Otori throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste fails with an attempt to clinch.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Otori doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Otori throws out a powerful jab.
Otori jabs Jean Baptiste right on the nose. Jean Baptiste blinks but takes it well.#T4#
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Otori. Otori obviously looking to wear him down.
Otori throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jean Baptiste stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Otori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Otori avoids a kick to the body.
A good leg kick by Otori.
Otori fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Otori on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Otori.
Otori lands with a nice body punch.
Otori scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Otori avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Otori ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Otori was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Otori.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Shigeru Otori is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A jab from Jean Baptiste does it's job there.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shigeru Otori.
Well Otori 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shigeru Otori!
A relieved looking Shigeru Otori 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:
C254: Obaminator vs Machado II
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Jurgensen Sanchez uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a body kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez digs a good body shot into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Jurgensen Sanchez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Jurgensen Sanchez only half commits.
Jean Baptiste looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jurgensen Sanchez is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a combination
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy right hand. Jurgensen Sanchez should have avoided that one.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a body punch
and Jurgensen Sanchez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a three punch combo!
#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Jurgensen Sanchez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Jurgensen Sanchez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jurgensen Sanchez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a double jab
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Jurgensen Sanchez 's knee.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Jurgensen Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.#T2#
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a big shot that misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a nice shot to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tried to counter with a leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez avoided it.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jurgensen Sanchez has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T3#
Jurgensen Sanchez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A cross from Jurgensen Sanchez lands.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jurgensen Sanchez connects with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jurgensen Sanchez missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hook to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jurgensen Sanchez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.#CUT#It looks like Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez has been cut.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
Jurgensen Sanchez looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jurgensen Sanchez wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range. #T4#
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Jurgensen Sanchez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Nice shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez's corner calls for a 1-2. Jurgensen Sanchez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Jurgensen Sanchez takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
As Jurgensen Sanchez backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A head kick by Jurgensen Sanchez misses
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
letting Jurgensen Sanchez counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez's cut.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a leg kick.
As Jurgensen Sanchez backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jurgensen Sanchez's sensitive parts.
Jurgensen Sanchez with a jab.
A big right from Jurgensen Sanchez misses.
Jurgensen Sanchez moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jurgensen Sanchez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jurgensen Sanchez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a two punch combo.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jurgensen Sanchez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1#
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a three punch combo!
Jean Baptiste lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jurgensen Sanchez closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jurgensen Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jurgensen Sanchez just misses with a punch to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jurgensen Sanchez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a right hand that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Jean Baptiste blocks it well.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Jurgensen Sanchez moved out of range nicely.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses the shot to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a hook.
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a sloppy right hand. Jean Baptiste should have avoided that one.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses the shot to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a looping right.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jurgensen Sanchez.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jean Baptiste might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Jurgensen Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Jurgensen Sanchez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with the combination.
Jurgensen Sanchez throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jurgensen Sanchez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jurgensen Sanchez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jurgensen Sanchez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The fighters circling - Jurgensen Sanchez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jurgensen Sanchez scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste connects with the punch.#ROC#Jurgensen Sanchez is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Pauly Jurgensen Sanchez's cut even more.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands the left hand.
Jurgensen Sanchez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Jurgensen Sanchez scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Jurgensen Sanchez blocks it.
Jurgensen Sanchez connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jurgensen Sanchez jabs Jean Baptiste right on the nose. Jean Baptiste blinks but takes it well.
Jean Baptiste walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jurgensen Sanchez.
Jurgensen Sanchez lands a jab to Jean Baptiste's midsection.
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with a hook.#KD#
Jean Baptiste drops Jurgensen Sanchez with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Jurgensen Sanchez looks back up at him and smiles so Jean Baptiste waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Jurgensen Sanchez is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
Jurgensen Sanchez misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste scores with a counter punch that sends Jurgensen Sanchez to the canvas! Jean Baptiste smells blood - he's punishing Jurgensen Sanchez with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Jurgensen Sanchez has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
C248: Obama vs Giovanni III
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tax Payer with a nice cross.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Both fighters circling a little - Jean Baptiste finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer looks to throw a body kick
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.#T1#
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice body punch from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Tax Payer is looking for a counter combo.
Tax Payer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick. #T2#
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer connects with the punch.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with an inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that Jean Baptiste avoids nicely.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Tax Payer tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer throws a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on 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!
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
A cross from Jean Baptiste lands.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tax Payer throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer works over Jean Baptiste's head and body with a nice combination.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Tax Payer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tax Payer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jean Baptiste can do to turn this around?
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tax Payer. Tax Payer obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
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!
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Tax Payer moves out of range easily. #T1#
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Tax Payer tenderised Jean Baptiste's leg. Jean Baptiste is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer strikes.
Jean Baptiste lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Nice shot lands for Jean Baptiste.
A head kick from Tax Payer lands but Jean Baptiste takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Tax Payer ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Tax Payer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Jean Baptiste might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tax Payer has got the better of the exchanges.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tax Payer throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.#T3#
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tax Payer delivers a nice body kick.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws a counter combo.
Tax Payer lands with an overhand left.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tax Payer's head.
Tax Payer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A jab from Tax Payer does it's job there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Nice shot lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.#T4#
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Tax Payer throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tax Payer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tax Payer lands a head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A slow jab from Tax Payer misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.#T1#
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tax Payer lands a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's front leg with a kick but Tax Payer checks it.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Tax Payer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tax Payer scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tax Payer is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tax Payer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Tax Payer connects with a jab.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab.
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tax Payer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Tax Payer was well out of range.
Tax Payer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer scores with a body shot.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tax Payer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tax Payer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tax Payer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
Finnish Tax Payer 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:
C244: Marciano vs Perkele
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Ferkingstad looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ferkingstad wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.#CUT2#It looks like Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad has been cut.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jean Baptiste looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferkingstad.
An inside leg kick from Jean Baptiste misses.
Ferkingstad throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Ferkingstad tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Ferkingstad.#CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferkingstad ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste. #T1#
Jean Baptiste cracks Ferkingstad with an open hand slap.#CL#
Ferkingstad clinches with his opponent.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Ferkingstad scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ferkingstad misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste is leaning against Ferkingstad and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jean Baptiste gets through Ferkingstad's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad fails to pull guard.
Ferkingstad lands a nice uppercut.
Ferkingstad misses with the head strike.
Ferkingstad tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Ferkingstad blocks it.
Ferkingstad misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Ferkingstad. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ferkingstad effectively controlling the action here.
Jean Baptiste presses Ferkingstad against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ferkingstad misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ferkingstad lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad is trying to maintain a safe position but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and turns Ferkingstad into the cage.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ferkingstad blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Ferkingstad misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
Ferkingstad throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jean Baptistes head.
Ferkingstad working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A short uppercut from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad misses with some punches.
Ferkingstad lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste avoiding damage as Ferkingstad throws knees to the body.
Ferkingstad leaning his opponent against the cage.
I was talking to Ferkingstad's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ferkingstad lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ferkingstad is trying to pull guard but Jean Baptiste turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
Ferkingstad prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ferkingstad swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ferkingstad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside.
Ferkingstad working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Ferkingstad on the inside.
Ferkingstad misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ferkingstad has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ferkingstad will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ferkingstad attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ferkingstad throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#CL#
Ferkingstad gets a clinch.
Ferkingstad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Ferkingstad fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferkingstad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Ferkingstad's head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ferkingstad as Jean Baptiste tries to tie him up.
Ferkingstad works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ferkingstad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Ferkingstad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ferkingstad fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ferkingstad can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Ferkingstad has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste works on Ferkingstad's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ferkingstad backwards.
Ferkingstad struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Ferkingstad lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ferkingstad slowing the pace effectively.
Ferkingstad scores with a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ferkingstad lands a left hand.
Ferkingstad tries to pull guard but Jean Baptiste forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferkingstad scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ferkingstad prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ferkingstad's elbow. #BC#
Ferkingstad breaks the clinch.
Ferkingstad misses with a hook to the body
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste tried to score with a low kick but Ferkingstad checks it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Ferkingstad is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Ferkingstad blocks an uppercut.
Ferkingstad lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries to circle away but Ferkingstad has him pinned against the cage.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Ferkingstad lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ferkingstad tries to pull guard but Jean Baptiste forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ferkingstad can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Jean Baptiste gets through Ferkingstad's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Ferkingstad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferkingstad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ferkingstad misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferkingstad.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ferkingstad tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ferkingstad digs a right hand underneath Jean Baptiste's ribcage. Jean Baptiste let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Ferkingstad blocks it.
Ferkingstad lands a left hand.
A right hand to the body from Ferkingstad.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ferkingstad lands with a light punch inside.
Nice body punch from Ferkingstad - that landed with a thud.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ferkingstad avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad is looking to counter punch.
Ferkingstad stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Some bone on bone action there as Ferkingstad checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ferkingstad takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste tries to bum rush Ferkingstad with a series of wild strikes but Ferkingstad uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ferkingstad. That did some damage!
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Ferkingstad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut
and Ferkingstad counters with an inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferkingstad.
Ferkingstad scores with a nice strike.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferkingstad. Ferkingstad circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Ferkingstad misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ferkingstad if he has to take too many more of those.
#T2#
Ferkingstad throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Ferkingstad throws a solid leg kick but Jean Baptiste takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ferkingstad.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ferkingstad looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ferkingstad throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Ferkingstad backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ferkingstad cracks Jean Baptiste with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ferkingstad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ferkingstad throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Ferkingstad is out of range.
Ferkingstad half committed to a counter leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste. #T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste walks into a jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
And Jean Baptiste responds with a good body kick, but Ferkingstad manages to step out the way in time.
Ferkingstad misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Ferkingstad's leg but Ferkingstad calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ferkingstad moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ferkingstad ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#T4#
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Ferkingstad has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jean Baptiste.
A low kick from Jean Baptiste is predictable there
letting Ferkingstad counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferkingstad throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the body kick from Ferkingstad.
A big right from Ferkingstad misses.
Ferkingstad checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Ferkingstad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ferkingstad 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad!
During a confident post fight interview, Keith Kenneth Ferkingstad thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
C238: Marciano vs Man III
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Aalto shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aalto misses with the combination.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Aalto lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Aalto fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Aalto connects with a right hand. Jean Baptiste shakes it off.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Aalto is out of range.
A jab from Aalto finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Michael Aalto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Aalto is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Aalto loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Aalto.
Aalto throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Aalto throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Aalto misses with a straight left.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Aalto throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Aalto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Aalto manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Aalto, as that shot connected.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aalto.
Aalto has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jean Baptiste is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Aalto moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Aalto didn't see that one coming.
Aalto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aalto throws a solid leg kick but Jean Baptiste takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Aalto.
Aalto misses the shot to the body.
Aalto throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Aalto misses its intended target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Aalto.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Aalto scores with a nice head shot.
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!
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Aalto knows he should have avoided that one.
Aalto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Aalto strikes.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste works Aalto's body with a nice hook.
Aalto shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side.
Aalto thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Aalto feints a counter leg kick.
Aalto rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Aalto throws the kick towards the body but Jean Baptiste avoids it.#T3#
Aalto defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Aalto.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste walks into a jab.
Aalto thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Aalto scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Aalto has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Aalto and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Aalto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Aalto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Aalto moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Aalto. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Aalto.
Aalto looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Aalto misses with a straight right. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Aalto clinches up against the cage.
Aalto lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice uppercut.
Aalto throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aalto lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aalto misses with a punch on the inside.
Aalto tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Aalto.
Aalto misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Jean Baptiste.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Aalto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aalto lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aalto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aalto misses with a punch to the body.
Aalto lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Aalto dominated that round.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Aalto throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Aalto moves out of range.
Aalto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Aalto misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab, jab by Aalto - just one landing.
Aalto on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste lands with an overhand left.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste is looking for a counter combo.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jean Baptiste lands with an overhand left.#ROC#Aalto is rocked!
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Aalto lands with an overhand left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aalto throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Aalto moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Jean Baptiste swings away with a body shot that misses
and Aalto counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Aalto looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aalto manages to avoid it.
Aalto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Jean Baptiste tries to sprawl but Aalto drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Jean Baptiste slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Aalto drops back looking for a leg! Jean Baptiste is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jean Baptiste manages to kick Aalto off! Aalto jumps back into Jean Baptiste's guard.
Aalto looking to pass the guard. #T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aalto postures up in Jean Baptiste's guard and throws a big left but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Aalto manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Jean Baptiste stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aalto swivels though and keeps the full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Aalto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jean Baptiste defends well.
Jean Baptiste wants to control from the top but Aalto keeps moving. #SUB2#
Aalto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jean Baptiste defends well.#T3#
Aalto wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment.
Jean Baptiste controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Aalto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jean Baptiste sitting in guard here, content to control.
Aalto 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.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jean Baptiste trying to control but Aalto is working from the bottom.
Jean Baptiste stopping the sweep attempt from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aalto swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aalto being controlled here, momentarily.
Aalto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jean Baptiste is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Aalto is looking for a triangle here but Jean Baptiste uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Aalto is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste 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. 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#
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aalto.
Aalto fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Aalto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto lands a lovely overhand right.
Jean Baptiste throws a chopping leg kick but Aalto manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little jabbing left from Aalto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Aalto.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Aalto throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Aalto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Aalto moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tests Aalto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aalto connects with a body shot.#T1#
Aalto throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aalto. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Aalto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Aalto misses with a few strikes there.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aalto ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aalto misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook
letting Aalto counter with a right hand.
Aalto throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Aalto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aalto moves away.
Aalto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Aalto digs a good hook to Jean Baptiste's body.
Aalto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste jabs Aalto to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aalto moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Aalto swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
A big right from Aalto misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Aalto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Aalto.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Aalto cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Aalto misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aalto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Aalto throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aalto is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?#T3#
Aalto walks straight into a right hand from Jean Baptiste - that's dropped him! Jean Baptiste jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Aalto from any more punishment! Aalto complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
C232: Dracul vs Skurwysynowski
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Myers lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jab by Myers.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Myers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Myers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Myers misses with a straight left.
Myers lands a nice looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Myers.
Jean Baptiste looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Myers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Myers throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Myers fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jean Baptiste.
Myers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Myers has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Undisputed in the buildup to the fight.
Myers throws a big shot that misses.
Myers connects with an inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Myers saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Myers was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
It looked like Myers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jean Baptiste.
A lazy left from Myers finds it's target.#T1#
A nice leg kick from Myers, right into the meat of the thigh.
Myers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Myers works the jab nicely.
Myers lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Myers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Myers moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Myers throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Myers with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Myers ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Myers.
Myers thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Good leg kick by Myers.
Myers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Myers is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Myers buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Myers misses.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Myers is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Myers half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Myers was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Myers takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Myers pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Myers settles back down.
Myers uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Myers is able to avoid easily.
Myers is looking to score with low kicks.
Myers connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Myers.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A low kick from Myers misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Myers connects with a body shot.
Myers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jean Baptiste. That did some damage!
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T3#
Myers throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Myers moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste keeps Myers at a distance using the push kick.
Myers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Myers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Myers ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Myers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Myers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Myers throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Myers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Myers moves away.
Myers clobbers Jean Baptiste with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Myers ducked under it nicely.
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!
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Myers avoids it easily.
Myers throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T4#
Myers misses with a kick to the body
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook.
Myers moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Myers moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab from Myers.
Myers throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste motions for Myers to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Myers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jean Baptiste finds it's way round the side to connect with Myers's head.
Myers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Jean Baptiste jabs Myers to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste motions for Myers to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Myers checks a leg kick nicely.
Myers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Myers moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Myers does it's job there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
That's time! Myers's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Myers saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Myers is out of range.
Myers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Myers dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Myers misses with a jab to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Myers misses with an uppercut.
Myers blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Myers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Myers throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Myers thuds his right hand into Jean Baptiste's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Myers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Myers throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A jab from Myers does it's job there.
Myers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Cornelius Myers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Myers throws a front kick aimed at Jean Baptiste's knee but Jean Baptiste avoids it well. #T1#
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Myers.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Myers moves away.
Myers slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
A little feinted left hand from Myers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Myers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A bone on bone clash there as Myers blocks the leg kick.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Myers misses with a body punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Myers ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Myers looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Myers moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Myers throws a shot to the body.
Myers throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Jean Baptiste might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Myers has got the better of the exchanges.
Myers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
Myers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste is looking to chop away at Myers's legs.
Jean Baptiste walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Myers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T2#
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Myers tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Myers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Myers avoids it.
Myers blocks a leg kick.
Myers was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Myers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Myers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A big right from Myers misses.
Myers stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Myers lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a body shot that misses
and Myers counters with a low kick, right behind Jean Baptiste 's knee.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Myers's leg but Myers calmly moves out of range.
Myers connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Myers thuds his right hand into Jean Baptiste's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Myers moves away.
Myers is looking to counter punch.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Myers throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Myers only half commits.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Myers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste wants to counter the offense by Myers and move into the clinch position.
Myers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Myers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
As Jean Baptiste backs away, Myers returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Myers blocks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Myers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jean Baptiste under the eye.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Myers misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Myers avoids the punch easily.
Donk. Myers catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Myers.
Cornelius Myers is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Myers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick. #T4#
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice body punch from Myers.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Myers lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Myers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Myers.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Myers lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Myers moved out of range.
Myers swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a head kick.
Myers misses with a body shot.
Myers moves out of range of the strikes.
Myers tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Myers throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Myers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jean Baptiste can do to turn this around?
Myers is looking to land body kicks.
Myers avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cornelius Myers dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Myers's front leg with a kick but Myers checks it.
Nice jab there from Myers.
Myers misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Myers's head but Myers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Myers misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Myers misses with a leg kick
and Myers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Myers takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Myers slips a jab and a cross from Jean Baptiste.
Myers is looking to counter punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Myers.
Jean Baptiste with a hook.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Myers, as that shot connected.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Myers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Myers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Myers was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Myers. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Myers fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Myers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A clash of legs there as Myers blocks the low kick.
Myers slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Myers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Myers misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Myers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste tries to close the distance and clinch but Myers swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Myers shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Myers connects with a crisp jab.
Myers throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Myers seems unphased.
Myers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jean Baptiste in his tracks.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Myers.
Myers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Myers looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Myers moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Myers swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Myers goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
An inside leg kick from Myers misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Myers's ribcage but misses.
A left lands for Myers.
Myers throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Myers.
Myers has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Myers there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Myers moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Myers loads up on a big left hand.
Myers cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Myers cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Myers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
Myers throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd cheers as Myers lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Myers works the jab nicely.
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Myers finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Myers tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Myers was well out of range.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Myers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Myers moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
That kick from Myers tenderised Jean Baptiste's leg. Jean Baptiste is trying to keep his angry face on.
Myers lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Myers.
Myers throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.#T4#
Myers scores with a hook.
Myers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Myers is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Myers throws out the jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Myers.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Myers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Myers slips under a jab.
Myers misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good low kick that Myers was not able to check.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Myers lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Myers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Myers throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Myers will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but it's checked well by Myers.
Myers lands a body shot.
Myers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cornelius Myers clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Myers avoids it.
Myers defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Myers thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Myers.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Myers throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Myers scores with a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Myers moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick as Myers jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Myers slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
A big right from Myers misses.
Myers throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Myers throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Myers scores with a hook.
Myers needs to keep his hands up - Jean Baptiste had a free shot at his head there.
Myers takes one to the chin there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Myers swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A clash of legs there as Myers blocks the low kick.
Myers works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheers as Myers lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Myers.
Myers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy body kick
and Myers counters with a nice uppercut.
Myers lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Myers lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Myers thinks about countering with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Myers.#T2#
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Myers ducks down to avoid it.
Myers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Myers throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Myers throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Myers feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lets loose with a powerful body kick. Myers will feel that in the morning.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Myers.
Myers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Myers connects with a body shot that sends Jean Baptiste's belly button to the back.
Myers misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Myers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Myers takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Myers looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range. #T3#
Myers lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Myers throws a push kick but Jean Baptiste slaps the foot to one side.
Myers throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Myers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Myers's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste jabs at Myers's body.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Myers wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Myers checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Myers.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Myers strikes.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Myers shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Myers thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Myers's knee but Myers avoids it well.
Myers throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T4#
Myers missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Myers throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tried to score with a low kick but Myers checks it.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Myers misses with a body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Myers. Myers circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Myers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Myers checks a leg kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Myers.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Myers saw that one coming.
Myers tries to work over Jean Baptiste's front leg with a kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Myers moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Myers takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Myers moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Cornelius Myers will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
A good leg kick by Myers.
Myers listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Myers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste motions for Myers to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Myers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Myers.
Jean Baptiste appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Myers motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Myers throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Myers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Myers throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Myers throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Myers's head but Myers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Myers swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Myers has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Myers and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Myers appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Myers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Myers feints and then cracks Jean Baptiste's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jean Baptiste down.
Myers moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Myers lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Myers blocks a jab.
Myers throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Myers throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Myers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Myers misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Myers was well out of range.#T2#
Myers scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Myers chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Myers was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Myers is looking to land body kicks.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Myers.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Myers dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jean Baptiste. That did some damage!
Myers lands a nice shot to the body.
Myers moves forwards but Jean Baptiste connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Myers's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Myers misses the target.
Jean Baptiste was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Myers throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Myers.
Myers throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Myers tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Myers slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Myers saw that one coming.
Myers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Myers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Myers.
Myers comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Myers connects with a body shot.
Myers moves out of range of the strikes.
Myers throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Myers only half commits.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Myers appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Myers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.#T4#
Myers throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Myers is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Myers is looking to chop away at Jean Baptiste's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Myers manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jean Baptiste takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Myers jabs at Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Myers is out of range.
Myers moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
A little feinted left hand from Myers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Myers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice defenses there by Myers.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Myers blocks it.
Myers tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Myers misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Myers lands with an uppercut that bounces Jean Baptiste off the cage and back into range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cornelius Myers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Myers 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:45
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cornelius Myers!
Cornelius Myers retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Cornelius Myers 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 277
Date: Aug 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Tax Payer scores with a nice strike.
Tax Payer does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste clobbers Tax Payer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tax Payer missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Tax Payer off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tax Payer drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Tax Payer tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Tax Payer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice uppercut lands for Jean Baptiste. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy right hand. Tax Payer should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Tax Payer knows he should have avoided that one.
Tax Payer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jean Baptiste fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tax Payer checks it well. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
Jean Baptiste lands a right hook to the body.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Tax Payer's midsection.
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tax Payer throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tax Payer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jean Baptiste feints a jab promting Tax Payer to slip. Jean Baptiste then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tax Payer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.#T1##CL2#
Jean Baptiste clinches.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Tax Payer's head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tax Payer throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Tax Payer back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tax Payer has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tax Payer misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a head shot.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab. #T3#
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Tax Payer right on the button with a cross.
Tax Payer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tax Payer really felt that one!
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Tax Payer's head but Tax Payer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tax Payer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tax Payer misses with a two punch combination.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab. Tax Payer acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tax Payer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste rushes Tax Payer and presses him up against the cage.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Tax Payer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tax Payer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jean Baptiste presses Tax Payer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Tax Payer avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Tax Payer misses with some punches.
#BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste keeps Tax Payer at a distance using the push kick.
Tax Payer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
and Tax Payer counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Jean Baptiste. That snapped Tax Payer's head back.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer takes one on the button.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Tax Payer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Tax Payer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tax Payer's hand. #CL2#
Jean Baptiste instigates a clinch.
Tax Payer is looking to break free of the clinch but Jean Baptiste has double underhooks.
Tax Payer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Tax Payer. #T2#
Tax Payer misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tax Payer's elbow.
Tax Payer has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste works on Tax Payer's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste works on Tax Payer's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Jean Baptiste.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Tax Payer has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Tax Payer blocks it.
Tax Payer working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
#T3##BC#
Tax Payer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.
Tax Payer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jean Baptiste scores with a spinning back kick!
Tax Payer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tax Payer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tax Payer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Tax Payer misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
A good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a body kick
and Tax Payer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.#T1#
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tax Payer looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Tax Payer takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Tax Payer ducks down to avoid it.
Tax Payer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer takes one to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Tax Payer's knee but Tax Payer avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tax Payer will feel that in the morning.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Tax Payer moved away.#T2#
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Tax Payer throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tax Payer at a distance.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
It looked like Tax Payer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste works Tax Payer's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste fakes the leg kick and cracks Tax Payer in the body.
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Tax Payer's shoulder, as Tax Payer tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Tax Payer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
#T4#
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tax Payer's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tax Payer there as he acknowledges the shot.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Tax Payer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finnish Tax Payer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Tax Payer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jean Baptiste. Tax Payer shrugs it off though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Tax Payer moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.#T2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
A left lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Tax Payer with an open hand slap.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tax Payer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste with the inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Tax Payer moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tax Payer staying out of range there.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tax Payer.#T4#
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.
Jean Baptiste jabs Tax Payer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Tax Payer down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste wants to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste is the new featherweight champion!
Brady Jean Baptiste thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 272
Date: Aug 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Joseph takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph scores with a jab to the head.
Joseph cracks a nice hook into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Good leg kick by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joseph bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Joseph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Joseph.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Joseph misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joseph misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Joseph rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with an open hand slap.
Joseph checks a leg kick nicely.
A shot to the body from Joseph misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Joseph down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Joseph connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A low kick from Joseph misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joseph bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Joseph.
An inside leg kick from Joseph misses.
Joseph swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Joseph misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Joseph stuns Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Joseph down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Joseph sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Joseph misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Joseph tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Joseph looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph avoids it easily.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joseph fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice jab there from Joseph.
A chopping leg kick lands by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Joseph is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Jean Baptiste thows a leg kick but Joseph checks it
and Joseph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Joseph scores with a jab to the jaw.
Joseph misses with a kick to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Joseph connects with a solid leg kick.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Joseph down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Joseph throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Joseph thinking.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand
and Joseph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Joseph lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Joseph.
Nice straight punches there by Joseph. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Joseph.
Joseph is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Joseph jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Joseph lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Joseph misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste wants to clinch up but Joseph keeps it at a distance.
As Jean Baptiste backs away, Joseph returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Joseph throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Joseph checks it well.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Joseph sees it coming and moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Joseph on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Joseph moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Joseph with the inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph. #T4#
A good leg kick by Joseph.
Joseph jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Joseph throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Joseph strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
and Joseph counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick
letting Joseph counter with a right hand.
Good exchange - Joseph coming out on top.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Joseph is just out of range.
Joseph fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste just manages to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Joseph's head.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Joseph.
A low kick from Joseph misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jean Baptistes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jihadi Joseph dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Joseph is out of range.
Joseph throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joseph on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Joseph misses with a hook
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Joseph fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Joseph attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Joseph looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Joseph steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph stuns Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Joseph swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Joseph is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Joseph was well out of range.
Jihadi Joseph is winning the standup battle so far.
A leg kick checked by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Joseph was well out of range.
Joseph walks into a straight right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Joseph swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Joseph throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Joseph misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Joseph was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Joseph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Joseph thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Joseph misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Joseph keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
letting Joseph counter with a right hand.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A shot to the body from Joseph misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good low kick that Joseph was not able to check.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Joseph throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joseph takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a series of strikes. Joseph will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Joseph sees coming a mile off.
Joseph tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste thumps Joseph with a low kick.
Joseph misses with a jab to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Joseph.
Joseph takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Joseph moves out of range easily.
Joseph throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Joseph throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Joseph dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Joseph finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste dips to his left and cracks Joseph with an uppercut!
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Joseph misses with a body shot
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A left lands for Joseph.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the side of the head.
Joseph shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T4#
Joseph lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Joseph connects with an inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Joseph slips under a jab.
Joseph ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Joseph looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Joseph throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joseph fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Joseph off balance momentarily.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Joseph saw it coming and moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Joseph misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Joseph's knee but Joseph avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste scores with a spinning back kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Joseph moves away and avoids it.
Joseph appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Joseph misses the jab.
A low kick from Joseph is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste tries to bum rush Joseph with a series of wild strikes but Joseph uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Joseph tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Joseph settles back down.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
Joseph connects with a leg kick.
Joseph on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph lands with a thumping leg kick.
Joseph blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joseph misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
Joseph looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Joseph saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Joseph moved out of range nicely.
Joseph throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Joseph sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Joseph bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Joseph throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Joseph lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Joseph misses with a looping left.#T2#
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Joseph throws a body kick.
Joseph throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joseph throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.
Joseph throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Joseph looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
Joseph scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Joseph moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Joseph.
Joseph looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph.
Joseph rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Joseph misses with a looping left.#T3#
Joseph lands with a cross.
Joseph tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Despite the aggression on Jean Baptiste's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jean Baptiste connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Joseph swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Joseph moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Joseph.
Joseph staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Joseph takes one to the side of the head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Joseph down.
A big right from Joseph misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Joseph saw that one coming.
Joseph connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch up.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Joseph sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Joseph wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Joseph ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A jab lands there for Joseph.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Joseph throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joseph is looking to land body kicks.
Joseph lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Joseph moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Joseph strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A low kick from Joseph misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Joseph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Joseph does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Joseph dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jean Baptiste. That did some damage!
Joseph uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Brady Jean Baptiste.
Well Jean Baptiste has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste 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 268
Date: Jul 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sloppy strikes from Courtial. Those never looked like landing.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Courtial sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Courtial is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Courtial moves forwards but Jean Baptiste connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Courtial.
Courtial scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Courtial.
Jean Baptiste takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Courtial 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.
Courtial moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Courtial was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Courtial.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Courtial was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Courtial.
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Courtial throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Godefroy Courtial seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Courtial fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Courtial off balance momentarily.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Courtial manages to avoid it.
Courtial jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
A punch lands to the side of Courtial 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A shot to the body from Courtial misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Courtial has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Courtial loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Courtial is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Courtial sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tests Courtial's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Courtial just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Courtial avoids it easily.
Courtial dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Courtial ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial throws a head kick that misses.
Courtial dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a right hand. Courtial shakes it off.
Courtial avoids a kick to the body.
Courtial misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Courtial drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Courtial sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Courtial throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Courtial blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Courtial. #T4#
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Courtial's head.
Jean Baptiste jabs Courtial to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A chopping leg kick lands by Courtial.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Courtial steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Courtial throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Courtial falls off balance throwing a combination
and Courtial takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Courtial stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Courtial tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Courtial throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jean Baptiste counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste scores with a crisp jab that stopped Courtial in his tracks.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Courtial slaps the foot to one side.
Courtial is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Courtial lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Courtial keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Courtial moves out of range easily.
Courtial tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Courtial.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Courtial steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A counter left hand to the body from Courtial misses its target.
Courtial scores with a punch to the head.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Courtial does a little dance to reset his feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Courtial checks a leg kick.
Courtial misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Courtial displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Courtial checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
As Jean Baptiste backs away, Courtial returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Courtial misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Courtial is looking to wear down Jean Baptiste with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Courtial moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Courtial. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Courtial loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Courtial misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Courtial's sensitive parts.
Courtial slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheers as Courtial lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial wants to clinch up but Jean Baptiste keeps it at a distance.
Courtial cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Courtial misses.
Courtial fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Courtial lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Courtial misses with a head kick.
Courtial takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Courtial momentarily.
Jean Baptiste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Courtial.
Courtial takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jean Baptiste cracks Courtial with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Courtial tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
An attempted straight right counter from Courtial misses the target.
Courtial listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Courtial misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Courtial might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Courtial takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a kick to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Courtial manages to avoid it.
Courtial fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well. #T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses
and Courtial counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jean Baptiste thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Courtial. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Courtial lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Courtial takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Courtial has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Courtial.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Courtial has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jean Baptiste finds it's way round the side to connect with Courtial's head. #CL#
Courtial clinches up with Jean Baptiste and pushes him back against the cage.
Courtial looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Courtial misses with some punches.
Courtial lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Courtial will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Courtial's elbow. #BC#
Courtial manages to break the clinch.
Courtial wants to clinch up but Jean Baptiste keeps it at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook.#T4#
Courtial looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Courtial fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Courtial looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste dodges the punch combination from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Courtial.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Courtial ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Courtial avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Courtial throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Courtial takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Courtial motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Courtial throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Courtial.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Courtial throws out the jab.
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Courtial right on the button with a cross.
Courtial throws a lazy uppercut
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Courtial jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Courtial throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
Courtial throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Courtial.
Courtial loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Courtial sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Courtial is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Courtial is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Courtial does a little dance to reset his feet.
Courtial throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Courtial connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick misses from Courtial. #T1#
Courtial moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial misses the body punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a two punch combo.
Courtial slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jab from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Courtial looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Courtial connects with a crisp jab.
Courtial lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Courtial throws a series of punches but Jean Baptiste avoids them all with ease.
Courtial misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Courtial looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Courtial takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Courtial uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Courtial throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Courtial is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Courtial checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste thumps Courtial with a low kick.
Courtial throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Courtial moves away.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Courtial looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Courtial is wise to it.
The fighters circling - Courtial throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Courtial misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Courtial gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Courtial rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Courtial thinking.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Courtial misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Courtial's body. Courtial takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Courtial looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Courtial's body.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Courtial checks it.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
A low kick lands for Courtial.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Courtial.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Courtial is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Courtial is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL#
Courtial moves into range and clinches up with Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Courtial goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Courtial backwards. #T4#
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Courtial.
Courtial misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Courtial is defending well for now.
Courtial misses with a punch on the inside.
Courtial swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Courtial misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Courtial lands a right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Courtial tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Courtial tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jean Baptiste 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
A relieved looking Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 263
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Femme tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jean Baptiste swivels and escapes.
Femme looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Femme with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Femme.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Femme slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Femme moves out of range.
Femme jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Femme swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Femme thinking.
Femme uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste 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.#TD#
Femme gets the takedown into side control.
Jean Baptiste prevents Femme from moving into mount.
Jean Baptiste tries to improve position but can't.
Jean Baptiste seems a little lost for a moment, as Femme dominates the positioning.
Jean Baptiste prevents Femme from moving into mount.
Jean Baptiste stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Jean Baptiste tries to bench press Femme off him but Femme keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Femme working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Femme controlling the position.
Jean Baptiste tries to bench press Femme off him but Femme keeps the position.
Femme is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Jean Baptiste will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Femme wants to control but Jean Baptiste is keeping him busy.
Femme slows the pace down.
Jean Baptiste is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Femme stalls from top position.
Jean Baptiste is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jean Baptiste sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Femme controlling the pace.
Jean Baptiste wants to improve his position but Femme is controlling well.
Jean Baptiste trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Femme.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.#CL#
Femme rushes Jean Baptiste and presses him up against the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3#
Femme cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
Femme tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Femme back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Femme scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Femme manages to break the clinch.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Femme misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Femme is wise to it.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#CL2#
Femme gets tackled into the cage by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste maintains the clinch.
Femme tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Femme blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Femme.
A right handed body shot lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
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!
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Femme backwards.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Femme's elbow.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Femme misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Femme fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Femme lands a shot to the body.
Femme lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Femme controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Femme throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jean Baptistes head.
Femme's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Femme fails to land.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Femme blocks it.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Violent Femme will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Femme swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Femme loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Femme.
Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a clinch but Femme shakes him off and moves away.
Femme scores with a jab to the jaw.
Donk. Femme catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Femme waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Femme.
Femme misses with a looping right.
Femme is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Femme blocks the body kick.
Femme closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste circles away.
A low kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Femme slips the punch.
Femme moves into range and connects with a jab.
Femme lands a nice looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Femme at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Femme misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Femme with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jean Baptiste to score with a decent uppercut.
Femme stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Femme misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Femme moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Femme with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Violent Femme seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt.
Femme slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Femme throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Femme connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
Femme missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Femme misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Femme scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Femme lands with a straight right. Jean Baptiste didn't see that one coming.
Violent Femme is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Femme.#T2#
Femme throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Femme misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Femme swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Femme checks it.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Femme slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Femme.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Femme lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#TD#
Femme darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to get back to full guard.
Jean Baptiste trying to hold on to Femme's head to control him but Femme postures up.
#T3#
Femme is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jean Baptiste won't allow Femme to pass to mount.
Jean Baptiste tries to get to full guard but Femme has control of the leg.
Femme wants to control but Jean Baptiste is keeping him busy.
Jean Baptiste is looking to control Femme's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jean Baptiste avoid being mounted?
Femme tries to pass to full mount but Jean Baptiste defends it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jean Baptiste is trying to control but can't.
Jean Baptiste won't allow Femme to pass to mount.
Femme not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Femme swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
An attempted straight right counter from Femme misses the target.
Femme throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Femme looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Femme lands with a nice body punch.
Femme throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Femme's sensitive parts.
Femme fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Femme ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Violent Femme will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Femme just misses with a punch to the body.
Femme defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Femme takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Femme throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Femme lands a jab to the head.
Femme lands a body shot.
Femme bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Femme looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Femme lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Femme closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good low kick that Femme was not able to check. #T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Femme.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme.
Femme throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Femme strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Femme. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Femme moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Femme is looking to counter punch.
Femme misses with a right hand
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
A jab from Femme finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into Femme's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Femme lands with a nice body punch.
Femme with a poor takedown
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Femme.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Femme thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Femme jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Femme misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Femme misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Femme misses with a takedown attempt - Jean Baptiste sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Femme sees coming a mile off.
Femme misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Femme avoids it.
Femme takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Femme takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Femme saw that one coming.
Femme lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Femme was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Femme jabs Jean Baptiste to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Femme is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Femme slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Femme.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Femme's ribcage but misses.
Femme was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Femme looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste walks into a jab.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand.
Violent Femme is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Femme moves out of range.
Femme drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Femme ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Femme misses with a straight right.
A nice side step and Jean Baptiste releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Femme throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.#T4#
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Femme manages to avoid it.
Femme throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Femme takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Femme was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Femme takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Femme swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Femme.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Femme was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Femme swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Femme connects with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from Femme misses.
Femme scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Femme connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste keeps Femme at a distance using the push kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Violent Femme.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Femme, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Violent Femme! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 258
Date: Jun 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Bang lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste lands with a cross.
Bang throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A slow jab from Bang misses its intended target.
Bang lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Bang.
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bang.
Bang takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bang avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Bang's ribcage but misses.
Bang thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bang with a right hand to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Bang sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Bang throws a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Bang's shoulder, as Bang tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick. #T1#
Bang missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lemmy Bang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bang.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Bang steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bang works the jab nicely.
Bang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Bang loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Bang.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bang blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Bang attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bang wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
Bang throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Bang lunges at Jean Baptiste with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jean Baptiste's hand.
Bang slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bang throws a body shot but no joy.
Bang misses with a straight right.
Bang displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bang throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bang throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jean Baptiste has time to react.
Bang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Bang 's knee.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Bang blocks it.
Bang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Bang.
Bang lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Bang sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bang throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Bang showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bang lands with a hook. Jean Baptiste tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bang swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bang turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Bang misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Bang's leg but Bang calmly moves out of range.
Bang throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bang fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Bang throws a right hand that misses
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Bang is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jean Baptiste had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Bang connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bang connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bang.
Bang bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The fighters circling - Bang throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bang ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Bang's ribs.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Bang.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Bang with a jab.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bang throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bang takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bang blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Bang let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Bang fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bang misses with a straight right.
Nice jab there from Bang.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bang throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Bang will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Bang moved away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lemmy Bang will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Bang.
It seemed like Bang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bang looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Bang just misses with a punch to the body.
Bang connects with a crisp jab.
Bang lands a nice hook to Jean Baptiste's body. Jean Baptiste takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bang throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Bang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bang misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick as Bang jumps back.
Bang throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bang.
Bang tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Bang lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
A good leg kick by Bang.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bang throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it. #T1#
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Bang attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Bang's front leg with a kick but Bang checks it.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bang with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bang throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
A cross from Bang lands.
Bang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Bang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bang looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Bang throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bang throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick.
Bang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bang misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Bang misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice straight punches there by Jean Baptiste. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jean Baptiste.
Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bang.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Bang's head but Bang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bang finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bang fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bang defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bang throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bang defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Bang connects with a body shot that sends Jean Baptiste's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bang misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Bang.
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bang.#T3#
Bang throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bang misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands momentarily and Bang takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Bang's body. Bang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice uppercut lands for Bang. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Bang throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Bang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Bang takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Bang avoids it.
Bang throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Bang takes one to the side of the head.
Bang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bang scores with a decent looking hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Bang does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Bang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bang takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bang jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste jabs Bang right on the nose. Bang blinks but takes it well.
Bang throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Lemmy Bang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste scores with a push kick.
Jean Baptiste tests Bang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bang on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bang throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Bang ducks down to avoid it.
As Jean Baptiste backs off Bang throws a huge counter combo but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it all.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bang is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Bang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bang throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bang lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Bang knows he should have avoided that one.
Bang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bang's head backwards.
Bang misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bang. Bang obviously looking to wear him down.
Bang misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Bang fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bang's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste stuns Bang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bang throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Bang misses with a wild combination.
Bang throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bang throws a sloppy body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Bang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bang.
An inside leg kick from Bang misses.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bang lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bang. Bang circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bang misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bang looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Bang's head but Bang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bang jabs Jean Baptiste right on the nose. Jean Baptiste blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the nose.
Bang displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste stuns Bang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Bang connects with a body shot.
Bang looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Bang moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Bang moves out of range easily.
Bang dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Bang throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Bang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bang throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Bang throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Bang throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bang doesn't seem phased though.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Bang is out of range. #T3#
Bang lands a right hook to the body.
Bang throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bang with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A left and a right from Bang both land. Nice combination.
Bang misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Bang slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Bang ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Bang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean Baptiste looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Good shot there by Bang.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Bang manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Bang tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Bang moved away.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bang. Bang obviously looking to wear him down.
Bang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Bang blocks it.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Bang down.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Bang lands a slapping body shot.
A combination from Bang does no damage.
Bang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Bang.
Bang looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bang throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Bang connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bang throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Bang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Bang.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab and a cross from Bang.
Bang ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tests Bang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bang misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 253
Date: May 14, 2023 |
#R1#
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
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!
A jab from Tax Payer finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Tax Payer appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tax Payer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Tax Payer lands the left hand.#T1#
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tax Payer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the head.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tax Payer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jab by Jean Baptiste.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
It seemed like Tax Payer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tax Payer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
Tax Payer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tax Payer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Tax Payer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tax Payer throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Tax Payer misses with a looping left.
Tax Payer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.#T3#
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Tax Payer connects with a body shot that sends Jean Baptiste's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer avoids it easily.
Tax Payer lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Tax Payer scores with a nice head shot.
Tax Payer throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jean Baptiste's head.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Tax Payer's body.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T4#
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with an uppercut that bounces Tax Payer off the cage and back into range.
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Tax Payer's head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tax Payer throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer 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.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tax Payer plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands with a cross.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
Tax Payer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jean Baptiste might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Tax Payer.
As Tax Payer backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer works over Jean Baptiste's head and body with a nice combination.
Tax Payer loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Tax Payer throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Tax Payer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Tax Payer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tax Payer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Tax Payer didn't see that one coming.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Tax Payer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste thinks about countering with a body kick.#T2#
Tax Payer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Tax Payer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Tax Payer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good low kick that Tax Payer was not able to check.
Tax Payer misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T3#
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tax Payer misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tax Payer misses with a hook
#CL#
and Jean Baptiste counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Tax Payer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tax Payer in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
Nice straight punches there by Tax Payer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
A clash of legs there as Jean Baptiste blocks the low kick.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Tax Payer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Tax Payer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tax Payer lunges at Jean Baptiste with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jean Baptiste's hand.
Jean Baptiste takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste tests Tax Payer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
A countering left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Tax Payer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Finnish Tax Payer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tax Payer blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Tax Payer's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tax Payer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tax Payer throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and pushes Tax Payer back into the cage.#BC2#
Tax Payer breaks from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tax Payer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Tax Payer's ribs.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that Tax Payer semi-blocks.
Tax Payer misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Tax Payer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Tax Payer tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tax Payer throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Tax Payer seems unphased.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Tax Payer moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Tax Payer as he connects with a hook.
Tax Payer avoids a kick to the body.
Tax Payer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tax Payer misses with a double jab
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good, hard body kick but Tax Payer shrugs it off.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer. #T2#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tax Payer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Tax Payer saw that one coming.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tax Payer throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Tax Payer walks into a left hand.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer unleashes a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tax Payer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tax Payer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Tax Payer moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Jean Baptiste punishes Tax Payer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer scores with a jab. Jean Baptiste acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Tax Payer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throws a big counter combination but Tax Payer scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Tax Payer.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Tax Payer manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tax Payer on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice leg kick from Tax Payer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Tax Payer ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The fighters circling - Tax Payer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer scores with a leg kick.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Tax Payer throws a body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tax Payer 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Finnish Tax Payer!
A very excited looking Finnish Tax Payer made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 247
Date: Apr 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste thumps Joseph with a low kick.
Joseph takes one on the button.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Joseph avoids the punch easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Joseph.
Joseph throws a leg kick that misses.
Joseph throws a push kick but Jean Baptiste slaps the foot to one side.
Joseph smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Joseph blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
A big right from Joseph misses.
Joseph avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joseph attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Joseph tries a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste is wise to it.
Joseph lands a nice looking body shot.
Joseph with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Joseph.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Joseph uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut
and Joseph counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy right hand. Joseph should have avoided that one.
Joseph lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Joseph keeps the fight on the outside.
Joseph with a jab.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joseph keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph blocks it.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Joseph moves his leg out of the way.
Joseph catches Jean Baptiste with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joseph moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Joseph lunges at Jean Baptiste with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jean Baptiste's hand. #T2#
Joseph moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jab by Joseph.
Joseph moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Donk. Joseph catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Joseph scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joseph throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Joseph tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
A slapping leg kick lands for Joseph.
Joseph connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Joseph.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Joseph.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Joseph uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Joseph on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Jean Baptiste fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Joseph, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Joseph scores with a nice short uppercut.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Joseph just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick nicely.
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice uppercut there from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Joseph moves out of range.
Joseph appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice shot by Jean Baptiste.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Joseph stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Joseph thinking.
Joseph lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Joseph misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a good cross that connects.
Jean Baptiste throws a predictable looking body shot
and Joseph counters with a nice low kick that buckles Jean Baptiste's knee momentarily.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Joseph's front leg with a kick but Joseph checks it.
Joseph lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Jean Baptiste bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Joseph's head.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Joseph.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Joseph misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but it's checked well by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Joseph ducks down to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jihadi Joseph dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Joseph manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Joseph scores with a punch to the head.
Joseph throws a head kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Joseph throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph lands a jab to the nose.
Joseph throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Joseph down by chopping away at his legs.
Joseph looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joseph avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Joseph scores with a jab to the body.
Joseph blocks a jab.
Joseph throws a front kick aimed at Jean Baptiste's knee but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
Joseph has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Joseph paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Joseph misses with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Joseph avoids a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Joseph throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Joseph lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Joseph throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Joseph throws a big shot that misses.
Joseph throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with an outside leg kick.
Joseph misses with a straight left.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
A nice leg kick lands there from Joseph. #CL#
Jean Baptiste gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Joseph lands with a short shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jean Baptiste digs a right hand underneath Joseph's ribcage. Joseph let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joseph.
Joseph's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Joseph lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Joseph swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Joseph fails to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Joseph misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joseph.
Joseph throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Joseph is trying to break the clinch but Jean Baptiste has him pressed against the cage.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Joseph.
Joseph tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Joseph is keeping busy.#BC2#
Joseph's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joseph sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joseph slips under a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Joseph as he connects with a hook.
Joseph moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Joseph throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Joseph displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Joseph connects with an inside leg kick.
Joseph thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Joseph working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Joseph lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Joseph fails to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Joseph lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Joseph has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jean Baptiste seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Joseph can turn it around.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph pushes Jean Baptiste back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Joseph pushes Jean Baptiste back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Joseph misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Joseph.
Joseph misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph throws a head punch that misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jihadi Joseph showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Joseph.
Joseph looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Joseph fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Joseph tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste cracks Joseph with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
A head kick by Jean Baptiste misses
and Joseph counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph avoids it easily.
Joseph attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Joseph lands a nice shot that snaps Jean Baptiste's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste blocks a leg kick.
Joseph lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Joseph missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Joseph moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks the body kick.
Joseph blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking kick to the body. Joseph takes a step back to recover.
Jean Baptiste is looking to slow Joseph down with leg kicks.
Joseph misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Joseph misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fails with an attempt to clinch.
Joseph staying out of range there.
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Joseph slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Joseph throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Joseph connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste. #T2#
Joseph connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Joseph throws a leg kick
and Joseph takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Joseph tries to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL#
Jean Baptiste moves into the clinch successfully.
A right hand to the body from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Joseph tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3##BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Joseph takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Joseph throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Joseph throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste swings widly with a right hand
and Joseph counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joseph tries to work over Jean Baptiste's front leg with a kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Joseph throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste wants to clinch.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jean Baptiste darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A lazy body kick from Jean Baptiste
and Joseph counters with a nice low kick that buckles Jean Baptiste's knee momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Joseph's head but Joseph sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste tests Joseph's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Joseph looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Joseph lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jihadi Joseph really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Joseph throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joseph to score with a decent uppercut.
Joseph throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Joseph blocks a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joseph. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jean Baptiste works Joseph's body with a nice hook.
Joseph lands with a nice body punch.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Joseph's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jean Baptiste.
Joseph motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Joseph throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from Joseph.
Joseph just misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph lands an overhand right.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Joseph saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joseph was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph misses with a body shot.
It appears Jean Baptiste was looking to counter with a kick there.
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Joseph under the eye.
Joseph paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A slapping leg kick lands for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Joseph off balance momentarily.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Joseph's belly button to the back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
A lazy left from Joseph finds it's target.
Joseph lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Joseph throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Joseph misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice cross by Joseph.
Joseph takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Joseph lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
A left lands for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Joseph takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Jean Baptiste fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Jean Baptiste as he connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Joseph's midsection.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a looping right.
Joseph looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Joseph fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands momentarily and Joseph takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Joseph keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
A lazy left from Joseph finds it's target.
Joseph tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Joseph sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Joseph tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph walks into a left hand.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Joseph misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Joseph was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Joseph throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Joseph slips the punch.
Joseph swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Joseph, as that shot connected.
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Joseph counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Joseph with a nice calf kick.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jihadi Joseph dominated that fourth round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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.#R5#
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Joseph.
A big right from Joseph misses.
Joseph throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Joseph will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Joseph slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Joseph 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Joseph ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joseph will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Joseph strikes.#T1#
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Joseph throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Joseph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste is looking to slow Joseph down with leg kicks.
Joseph misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Joseph slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Joseph moves out of range easily.
Joseph looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Joseph finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A low kick from Jean Baptiste is predictable there
enabling Joseph to counter with a crisp jab.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Joseph throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Joseph scoring well with a low kick there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Joseph was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
Joseph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Joseph fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Joseph looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste moves in looking to clinch but Joseph pushes him off.
Joseph moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Joseph is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Joseph.
Joseph on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Joseph missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Joseph momentarily.
Joseph motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Joseph throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph checks a leg kick nicely.
Joseph with the inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Joseph paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Joseph avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joseph connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Joseph thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Joseph misses with a hook to the body
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Joseph ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Joseph checks it well.
Joseph swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joseph sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Joseph fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Joseph buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
I think Joseph 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 46:49
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jihadi Joseph!
Jihadi Joseph is the new featherweight champion!
A relieved looking Jihadi Joseph 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 243
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez tries to clinch but Jean Baptiste is having none of it.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jimenez looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Jimenez moved out of range nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jimenez.
Jimenez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jimenez. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jimenez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jimenez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jean Baptiste paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Diogo Jimenez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Jimenez moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Jean Baptiste. No joy for Jimenez on that attempt.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
#T1#
Jimenez looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jimenez lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jimenez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jimenez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jimenez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Jimenez works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Jimenez ducks down to avoid it.
Jimenez throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jimenez throws out the jab.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez lands a nice looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Jimenez moved out of range.
Jimenez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jimenez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jimenez lands with an overhand left.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jimenez lands with a kick to the ribs.
#T2#
A cross from Jean Baptiste lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jimenez. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Jimenez is just out of range.
Jimenez avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jimenez is trying to counter with his kicks.
Jimenez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
The fighters circling - Jimenez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jimenez throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jimenez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jimenez cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste connects with a jab.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jimenez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste cracks Jimenez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jimenez throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jimenez throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jean Baptiste counters with a left to the body.
Jimenez misses with a lunging right hand
and Jimenez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A right-left combo lands from Jimenez.
Jimenez lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab and a cross from Jimenez.
Jimenez missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jimenez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Jimenez misses its intended target.
Jimenez stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jimenez staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jimenez moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jimenez defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jimenez throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheers as Jimenez lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
Jimenez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jean Baptistes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jimenez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
A head kick misses from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Jimenez's head but Jimenez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Jimenez does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Jimenez down.
Jimenez throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Jimenez's shoulder, as Jimenez tries to avoid the shot.
Jimenez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Jimenez.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A swing and a miss from Jimenez.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Jimenez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jean Baptiste at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A swing and a miss from Jimenez.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jimenez under the eye.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Jimenez strikes.
Jimenez bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Jimenez's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Jimenez.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Jimenez.
Good shot there by Jimenez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jimenez needs to keep his hands up - Jean Baptiste had a free shot at his head there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jimenez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A shot to the body from Jean Baptiste misses
letting Jimenez counter with a right hand.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jimenez checks a leg kick. #T1#
Jimenez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
No joy there for Jimenez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jimenez throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jimenez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jimenez jabs Jean Baptiste to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Jimenez.
Jimenez throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jimenez throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Jimenez moved away.
A little jabbing left from Jimenez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
and Jimenez counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Jimenez avoids it easily.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jimenez misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a series of wild punches.
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Jimenez slips the punch.
Jimenez connects with a jab.
Jimenez misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab and a cross from Jimenez.
Sloppy strikes from Jimenez. Those never looked like landing.
Jimenez scores with a sloppy right hand. Jean Baptiste should have avoided that one.
Jimenez misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab.
Jimenez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Jimenez scores with a jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Diogo Jimenez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jimenez misses with a body shot
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Jimenez settles back down.
Jimenez fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jean Baptiste, as that shot connected.
Jimenez with a poor takedown
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Jimenez loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jimenez scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Jimenez's ribcage but misses.
Jimenez with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut lands for Jimenez. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.#T4#
Jimenez throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Jimenez only half commits.
Jimenez blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Jimenez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jimenez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jimenez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jimenez uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jimenez throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a left to the body.
Jimenez throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jimenez walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jimenez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste swings widly with a right hand
and Jimenez counters with a two punch combo.
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jimenez's head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Diogo Jimenez will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Jimenez.
Jimenez throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Jean Baptiste throws a one two combo.
Jean Baptiste scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jimenez in his tracks.
Jimenez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jimenez throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste lands with an overhand left.
Jimenez throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez scores with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Jimenez.
Jimenez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jimenez misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Jimenez's head but Jimenez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
No joy there for Jimenez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand right.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Jimenez's ribs.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the body.
Jimenez slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Jimenez's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jimenez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Jimenez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Jimenez to counter with a crisp jab.
Jimenez swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Jimenez.
Jimenez thuds his right hand into Jean Baptiste's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jimenez moves away.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Jimenez.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jimenez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jimenez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A cross from Jean Baptiste lands.
Jimenez with a jab.
Jimenez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean Baptiste looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jimenez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste. #T3#
Jimenez lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Jimenez slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jimenez misses the jab.
Jimenez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jimenez swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the body from Jean Baptiste misses
letting Jimenez counter with a right hand.
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
Jimenez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jimenez throws a nice looking combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that half lands.
Jimenez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T4#
Jimenez misses with a few strikes there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
The fighters circling - Jimenez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jimenez raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jimenez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice defenses there by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jimenez. Jimenez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A head kick by Jimenez misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jimenez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jimenez throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jimenez swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jimenez.
A shot to the liver by Jimenez. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jimenez. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jimenez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jimenez throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jimenez misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jimenez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Jimenez misses.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Jimenez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Jimenez scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Jimenez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Jimenez is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jimenez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jimenez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jimenez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean Baptiste looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jimenez attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A jab from Jimenez misses.
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Jimenez's body.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jimenez throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jimenez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jimenez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jimenez throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez connects with a right hand. Jean Baptiste shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jimenez throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jimenez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jimenez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jimenez throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jimenez was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jimenez blocks a jab.
Jimenez misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Jimenez off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Jimenez.#T3#
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jimenez throws a big shot that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Jimenez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jean Baptiste shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jimenez eats them both and turns towards Jean Baptiste to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Jimenez moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Jimenez throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Some wild striking there from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Jimenez moves away and avoids it.
Jimenez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jimenez.
#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jimenez staying out of range there.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A jab lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good shot there by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Jean Baptiste tries to bum rush Jimenez with a series of wild strikes but Jimenez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch lands to the side of Jean Baptiste 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Jimenez loads up on a big left hand.
Jimenez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste is looking for a counter combo.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste had his way with Diogo Jimenez in that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Jimenez blocks a jab.
Jimenez throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Jimenez moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Jimenez ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Jimenez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Jimenez moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a good cross that connects.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jimenez stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jimenez changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jimenez lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Jimenez.
Jimenez throws a body kick that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Jimenez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Jimenez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste jabs Jimenez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jimenez avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice body punch from Jimenez.
A big left from Jimenez misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jimenez throws a lazy head kick
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Jimenez ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez lands a jab-cross combination.
Jimenez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jimenez connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jean Baptiste's hands.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jimenez. #T2#
Jimenez misses with a low kick.
Jimenez slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jimenez moves away.
Jimenez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Jimenez misses the target.
Jimenez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jimenez lands a slapping body shot.
Jimenez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jimenez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jean Baptiste stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Jimenez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jean Baptiste's head backwards.#TD2#
Jimenez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Jean Baptiste was covering up waiting for the punch and Jimenez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Jean Baptiste pulls Jimenez in close to prevent any damage.
Jimenez trying to control the position from guard on top but Jean Baptiste is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jimenez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jimenez stopping the sweep attempt from Jean Baptiste.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Jimenez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jean Baptiste has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jimenez has managed to get both his arms back between Jean Baptiste's legs - danger averted.
Jean Baptiste has control of Jimenez's left arm, preventing Jimenez from doing any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Jimenez looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice straight punches there by Jean Baptiste. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jimenez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jimenez throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Diogo Jimenez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jimenez lands a nice shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diogo Jimenez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Brady Jean Baptiste 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 237
Date: Mar 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bang moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bang appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bang just misses with a punch to the body.
Bang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bang fails to land with a series of punches.
Bang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bang's hands.
Bang misses with a few strikes there.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick that sends Bang stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bang tries a head kick but it misses.
Jab from Jean Baptiste.
Bang lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Bang throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Bang takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bang is looking to counter punch.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
We've been told by Bang's head coaches at Heavy Metal that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A lazy left from Jean Baptiste finds it's target.#T2#
Bang throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bang takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Some wild striking there from Bang.
Bang has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good standup being displayed there by Jean Baptiste as he connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice combination. Bang backs away looking to recover.#CL#
Bang closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Bang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Bang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
A quick step to the side and Bang tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jean Baptiste, as that shot connected.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Bang thinks about countering with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Bang's front leg with a kick but Bang checks it.
It looked like Bang was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bang staying out of range there.#T4#
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Bang moves out of range easily.
Jean Baptiste is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bang had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jean Baptiste scores with a body shot.
Bang lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jean Baptiste circles away quickly and effectively.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bang misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bang.
Bang takes one on the button.
Bang feints a jab promting Jean Baptiste to slip. Bang then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Jean Baptiste slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Bang with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bang's hand.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Bang's belly button to the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
That's time! Bang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bang tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Bang moved away.
Bang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
A little feinted left hand from Bang on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Bang on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Bang misses with a few strikes there.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Bang moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
It looked like Bang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Bang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Bang sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bang just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd cheers as Bang lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Bang misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Bang loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jean Baptiste lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bang swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a lunging right hand
and Bang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bang rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste clobbers Bang with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A shot to the body from Bang misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Bang is looking for a counter combo.
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bang under the eye.
Bang feints and then cracks Jean Baptiste's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jean Baptiste down.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Bang.
Bang ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Bang takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Bang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bang with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Jean Baptiste looks to move away, Bang throws a big counter combo but Jean Baptiste just gets out of the way.
Bang looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Bang right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Bang's leg but Bang calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bang looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body shot.
#T4#
Bang takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Bang moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
It looked like Bang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bang with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jean Baptiste to score with a decent uppercut.
Good leg kick by Bang.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Bang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bang will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bang in his tracks.
Bang lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Bang takes one on the button.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Bang's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bang half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bang has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Bang blocks the body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Bang misses its target.#CL#
Bang drives through and clinches with Jean Baptiste against the cage.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Bang's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang jumps guard but Jean Baptiste turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bang lands with a short shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Bang controls his hands.
Bang presses Jean Baptiste against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Jean Baptiste lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bang managing to block the knees to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Bang blocks it.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bang lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bang lands with a right to the head.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
Bang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jean Baptiste smiles and moves away.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
#T2#
Bang throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Jean Baptiste fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bang tries to clinch up.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bang is looking to wear down Jean Baptiste with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Bang fails to land with a series of punches.
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body
and Bang counters with a two punch combo.
Bang takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste punishes Bang's body with a nice straight punch.
Bang drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bang on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Bang.
Bang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Bang on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Bang ducked under it nicely.
Bang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Bang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Jean Baptiste tries to keep at a distance but Bang has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Bang blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Bang sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Bang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bang appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bang avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Bang on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jean Baptiste paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Bang.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bang with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bang takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Bang dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Bang takes one on the button.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a combination but Bang avoids it well.
Bang throws a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste misses with the body kick
enabling Bang to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Bang.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Bang saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Bang misses the target.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Bang is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jean Baptiste scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bang doesn't seem bothered though.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bang throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand
and Bang 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!
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bang.
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with a cross.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Bang misses the target.
Bang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jean Baptiste paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Bang takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bang slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste works Bang's body with a nice hook.
Bang is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bang.
Bang takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Bang moved out of range.#T4#
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bang tries to clinch up.
Nice straight punches there by Bang. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bang.
Bang throws a series of punches but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Bang moved away.
Bang is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Bang on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Lemmy Bang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bang lands with a cross.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Bang seems unphased.
Bang walks into a straight right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot that snaps Bang's head back.
Bang connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Bang's knee but Bang avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Jean Baptiste bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bang's head.#ROC2#Bang is rocked!
Bang takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Oh Bang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab.
Jean Baptiste circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Bang to the canvas! Bang doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Jean Baptiste keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Brady Jean Baptiste made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 231
Date: Feb 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Dinglestomper takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Dinglestomper sees coming a mile off.
Dinglestomper throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dinglestomper.#CUT#It looks like Saggy Dinglestomper has been cut.
A head kick by Dinglestomper misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick that stops Dinglestomper in his tracks momentarily.
Dinglestomper connects with a crisp jab.
Dinglestomper moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Dinglestomper looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A little jabbing left from Dinglestomper on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dinglestomper doesn't seem bothered though.
Jean Baptiste cracks Dinglestomper with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Dinglestomper moved away.
A countering left hand to the body from Dinglestomper misses.
Dinglestomper cracks Jean Baptiste with an open hand slap.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Dinglestomper sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dinglestomper throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Jean Baptiste punishes Dinglestomper's body with a nice straight punch.
A punch combination from Dinglestomper misses.
Dinglestomper stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Dinglestomper's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jean Baptiste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dinglestomper scrambles back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dinglestomper misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Jean Baptiste misses
and Dinglestomper counters with a low kick, right behind Jean Baptiste 's knee.
Dinglestomper connects with a solid leg kick.
Jean Baptiste smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dinglestomper is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Jean Baptiste moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromDinglestomper.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands momentarily and Dinglestomper takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
Dinglestomper misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dinglestomper tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dinglestomper takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dinglestomper keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dinglestomper misses with a hook.
Dinglestomper is looking to land body kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Dinglestomper.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Dinglestomper takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dinglestomper lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste cracks Dinglestomper with a good jab.
Dinglestomper moves in looking to clinch but Jean Baptiste pushes him off.
Dinglestomper takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Dinglestomper with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dinglestomper's hand.
Dinglestomper will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.
Dinglestomper has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Dinglestomper misses with a hook to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dinglestomper has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dinglestomper is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Dinglestomper's head.
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Dinglestomper's head.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Dinglestomper moved out of range.
Dinglestomper moves forwards but Jean Baptiste connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dinglestomper looks to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Dinglestomper fakes the leg kick and cracks Jean Baptiste in the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dinglestomper misses the shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Saggy Dinglestomper's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dinglestomper looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Dinglestomper saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Dinglestomper's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Dinglestomper slaps the foot to one side.
Dinglestomper throws a head kick that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dinglestomper thinking.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Dinglestomper in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Dinglestomper tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick which misses Dinglestomper's front leg but catches the back leg as Dinglestomper tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dinglestomper.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dinglestomper.
Jean Baptiste works Dinglestomper's body with a nice hook.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Dinglestomper might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Jean Baptiste has got the better of the exchanges.
Jean Baptiste stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dinglestomper gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dinglestomper avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dinglestomper looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dinglestomper lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dinglestomper. #CL2#
Dinglestomper gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dinglestomper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow. #BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Dinglestomper is just out of range.
A clash of legs there as Dinglestomper blocks the low kick.#T2#
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with an inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dinglestomper doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a jab to the body
enabling Dinglestomper to counter with a crisp jab.
Dinglestomper with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jean Baptiste to score with a decent uppercut.
Dinglestomper walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice uppercut there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Dinglestomper's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Dinglestomper slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Dinglestomper ducked under it nicely.
Dinglestomper looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dinglestomper staying out of range there.
Dinglestomper tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Good work by Dinglestomper as he checks the leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jean Baptiste.
Dinglestomper tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dinglestomper keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
Dinglestomper moves into the clinch.
Dinglestomper prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Dinglestomper has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Dinglestomper's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
Dinglestomper lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Dinglestomper on the inside.
Dinglestomper misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dinglestomper blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
Dinglestomper tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dinglestomper tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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!
Dinglestomper misses with some punches.
Dinglestomper is trying to stall.
Dinglestomper throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Dinglestomper controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste cracks Dinglestomper with a nice body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dinglestomper backwards.
Jean Baptiste pushes Dinglestomper back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dinglestomper has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dinglestomper or not.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Dinglestomper controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Saggy Dinglestomper's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Decent striking displayed by Jean Baptiste there.
Dinglestomper throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Dinglestomper misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Dinglestomper drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC#Dinglestomper is rocked!
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice head shot.
Dinglestomper is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Dinglestomper throws a sloppy body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dinglestomper's knee momentarily.
Jean Baptiste drops Dinglestomper with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Dinglestomper! Jean Baptiste dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
After winning the bout, Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 222
Date: Jan 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Wright missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Wright takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy body kick
and Wright counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Wright throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Nice defenses there by Wright .
Wright tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste. #T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Jean Baptiste fails in his attempt to clinch.
Wright takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste thows a leg kick but Wright checks it
and Wright counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses the body punch
and Wright counters with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
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!
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick as Wright jumps back.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses
and Wright makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wright checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Wright is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a lunging right hand
and Wright counters with a solid body kick.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick
and Wright counters with a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Wright throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Whack! Jean Baptiste lands a heavy head kick that drops Wright . The ref tackles Jean Baptiste to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Wright was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Cleon Wright spoke after the fight, saying 'Hats off to mikie best manager in the game this can crusher is a bum im retiring cause ive got no chin in abit '. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 215
Date: Dec 18, 2022 |
#R1#
Jimenez misses with a straight left.
Jimenez misses with the combination.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jimenez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jimenez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jimenez's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jean Baptiste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jimenez scrambles back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Jimenez.
Jimenez with a hook.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jimenez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jimenez's corner calls for a 1-2. Jimenez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jimenez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jimenez moves out of range of the strikes.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Jimenez is out of range.
Diogo Jimenez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jimenez moves away.
Nice defenses there by Jimenez.#T1##CL#
Jimenez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jimenez wants to take the fight to the mat but Jean Baptiste manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste gets underhooks to prevent Jimenez's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diogo Jimenez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jimenez prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jimenez has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jimenez tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jimenez misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jimenez digs a right hand underneath Jean Baptiste's ribcage. Jean Baptiste let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jimenez misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jimenez backwards.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Jimenez's head.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've been informed that Jean Baptiste has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
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!
Jean Baptiste'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.
Jimenez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T2#
Jimenez is looking to control Jean Baptiste's arms but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jimenez has his back to the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Jimenez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jimenez's elbow.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jimenez lands a hook that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste gets through Jimenez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jimenez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jimenez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Jimenez working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jimenez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jimenez swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste prevents a takedown attempt there.
Jimenez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jimenez backwards. #T3#
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jimenez misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jimenez paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jimenez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jimenez just misses with a punch to the body.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jimenez avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Donk. Jimenez catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Jimenez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Jimenez lands with a slapping head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jimenez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jean Baptiste is looking to slow Jimenez down with leg kicks.
Jimenez misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jimenez throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jimenez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with a looping left.
Jimenez swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jimenez lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Jimenez's knee but Jimenez avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jimenez lands with a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jimenez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
Jimenez scores with a nice right hand.
Jimenez swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Diogo Jimenez is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste moves forwards but Jimenez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A shot to the body from Jimenez misses
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Jimenez's ribcage but misses.
Jimenez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab and a cross from Jimenez.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick. #CL#
Jimenez clinches up against the cage.
Jimenez misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jimenez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jimenez blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Jimenez controls his hands.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
Jimenez lands with a short shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jimenez scores with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste has Jimenez pressed against the cage, preventing Jimenez from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Jimenez throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is leaning against Jimenez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#TD#
Jimenez jumps guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste controlling from the top position.
Jean Baptiste must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SUB#
Jimenez is looking for a triangle but Jean Baptiste pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Jean Baptiste is sitting in close to Jimenez's body. Jimenez has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Jean Baptiste is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Jean Baptiste is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Jimenez.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diogo Jimenez!
Diogo Jimenez 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 204
Date: Nov 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Bickle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bickle throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Decent striking displayed by Bickle there.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste connects with the punch.
Bickle throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jean Baptiste, as that shot connected.
Bickle is looking to clinch but Jean Baptiste is avoiding it.
Bickle wants to clinch.
Jean Baptiste digs a good body shot into Bickle's ribs.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Bickle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
and Bickle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bickle.
Bickle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bickle.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Bickle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with an outside leg kick.
Bickle cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bickle missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Bickle.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses. #CL2#
Bickle clinches.
Bickle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bickle throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bickle tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bickle blocking some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bickle looking to throw knees to the head but Jean Baptiste is blocking nicely.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Bickle scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Bickle lands with a light punch inside.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Bickle tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bickle misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jean Baptiste throws an elbow but misses.
A short right from Bickle.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bickle throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jean Baptiste blocks it with crossed arms.
Bickle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bickle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bickle misses with a knee to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short shot to the head.
Bickle misses with a punch on the inside.
Bickle swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bickle lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch.
Bickle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bickle.
Good shot there by Bickle.
Bickle missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bickle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Bickle saw that one coming.
Bickle throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste gets tackled into the cage by Bickle. Bickle maintains the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bickle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bickle working aggressively here.
Bickle looking to throw knees to the head but Jean Baptiste is blocking nicely.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Bickle throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a shot to the body.
Bickle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jean Baptistes head.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Bickle controls the action.
Bickle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A nice left hand lands by Bickle.
Bickle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bickle tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bickle landing knees to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bickle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bickle prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bickle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bickle misses with a punch on the inside.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Bickle dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bickle scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Bickle tries to clinch up but Jean Baptiste circles away and keeps his distance.
Bickle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bickle with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bickle with an open hand slap.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jean Baptiste cracks Bickle with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot that snaps Bickle's head back.
Bickle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bickle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bickle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
A swing and a miss from Bickle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bickle wants to clinch up but Jean Baptiste keeps it at a distance.
Jean Baptiste dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bickle. That did some damage!
Bickle takes one on the button.#T1#
Bickle tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into Bickle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bickle throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Bickle tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bickle on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Jean Baptiste finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Bickle tries to clinch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bickle. Bickle obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bickle doesn't seem phased though.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Bickle.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a combination but Bickle avoids it well. #CL2#
Bickle moves into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste is looking to control Bickle's arms but Bickle gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jean Baptiste has his back to the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bickle misses with some punches.
Bickle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right hook to the body lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Bickle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bickle avoiding damage as Jean Baptiste throws knees to the body.
Tom Bickle seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Bickle working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste is trying to maintain a safe position but Bickle gets an underhook and turns Jean Baptiste into the cage.
Bickle is leaning against Jean Baptiste and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bickle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Bickle fails to land.
Bickle throws a head punch that misses.
Bickle throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Bickle blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Bickle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bickle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Bickle uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Bickle lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Bickle controls the action.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bickle working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bickle misses with a knee strike.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
#BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bickle is looking to clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand right.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Bickle's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a high kick!
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Bickle moves away and avoids it.
Bickle misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand right.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bickle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Bickle takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bickle wants to clinch up but Jean Baptiste keeps it at a distance.
Jean Baptiste avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bickle throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Bickle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Bickle's body. Bickle takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Bickle.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Bickle on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bickle tries to clinch there but Jean Baptiste circles away.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a chopping leg kick but Bickle manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bickle slips under a jab.
Bickle doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bickle misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bickle avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Bickle scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste scores with a body shot.
#CL2#
Bickle forces Jean Baptiste back against the cage and clinches.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Bickle.
Jean Baptiste pushes Bickle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Bickle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Bickle blocks it.
Bickle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bickle misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bickle misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Bickle avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Bickle's head.
Bickle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bickle working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
Bickle has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC#Bickle is rocked!
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
Bickle is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
A short right from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bickle.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste pushes Bickle against the cage. Jean Baptiste is working some dirty boxing. Jean Baptiste pushes off with a quick right hook! Bickle goes down! Bickle tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Jean Baptiste moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 196
Date: Oct 21, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Trounvouche's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Trounvouche misses the target.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot.
Trounvouche punishes Jean Baptiste's body with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste punishes Trounvouche's body with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trounvouche checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Trounvouche 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.
Azacca Trounvouche seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trounvouche misses with a lunging right hand
and Trounvouche takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Trounvouche. That did some damage!
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses.
Trounvouche fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Trounvouche blocks it.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Trounvouche is able to avoid easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Trounvouche scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Trounvouche moved away.
Trounvouche feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Trounvouche scores with a shot to the body.
#T1#
Trounvouche scoring well with a low kick there.
Trounvouche throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a body shot.
Trounvouche throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trounvouche checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
It looked like Trounvouche wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trounvouche cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trounvouche keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Trounvouche's shoulder, as Trounvouche tries to avoid the shot.
Trounvouche feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick
and Trounvouche makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a body kick
and Trounvouche counters with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trounvouche throws a push kick but Jean Baptiste slaps the foot to one side.
Trounvouche connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trounvouche manages to avoid it.
A big left from Trounvouche misses.
Jab by Trounvouche.
Trounvouche misses with a looping left.
Trounvouche lands a head shot.
Trounvouche thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Trounvouche sees it coming and moves out of range.
Trounvouche avoids a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trounvouche moves away.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Trounvouche avoids it easily.
Trounvouche checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Trounvouche is out of range.
A clash of legs there as Trounvouche blocks the low kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Trounvouche darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Trounvouche waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Trounvouche looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Trounvouche on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Trounvouche tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Trounvouche lands with a thumping leg kick.
Trounvouche does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #CL2#
Jean Baptiste has Trounvouche up against the cage in a clinch.
Trounvouche lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike.
Trounvouche swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trounvouche throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trounvouche backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Trounvouche tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Trounvouche back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trounvouche misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trounvouche throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trounvouche blocking some punches.
Trounvouche misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Trounvouche.
A head punch on the inside from Trounvouche fails to land.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Trounvouche's head.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Trounvouche.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trounvouche goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trounvouche has Jean Baptiste pressed against the cage, preventing Jean Baptiste from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Trounvouche prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Still in the clinch, Trounvouche scores with a nice short uppercut.
Trounvouche lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Jean Baptiste rushes Trounvouche and presses him up against the cage.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
A short right from Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Trounvouche's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Trounvouche blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Trounvouches head.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste digs a right hand underneath Trounvouche's ribcage. Trounvouche let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Trounvouche.
Trounvouche lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Trounvouche goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trounvouche tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Trounvouche swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws an elbow but it misses.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the position but instead, Trounvouche has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jean Baptiste into the cage.
Trounvouche tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Trounvouche digs a right hand into Jean Baptiste's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jean Baptiste's gas tank.
A short body shot lands from Trounvouche as the two fighters clinch.
A body shot lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Trounvouche has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Trounvouche with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Trounvouches head.
Trounvouche misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste - that landed with a thud.
Jean Baptiste gets through Trounvouche's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
A short uppercut from Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trounvouche lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Trounvouche swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trounvouche struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Trounvouche throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Trounvouche uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trounvouche lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trounvouche misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
#T3#
Trounvouche pushes Jean Baptiste back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche pushes Jean Baptiste back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Trounvouche lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Trounvouche scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Trounvouche makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trounvouche struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trounvouche blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trounvouche backwards.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Trounvouche controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the side of the head.
Trounvouche lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Trounvouche's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trounvouche tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Trounvouche back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trounvouche gets through Jean Baptiste's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Trounvouche avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Trounvouche fails to land.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Trounvouche controls the action.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Trounvouche tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trounvouche.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Trounvouche's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trounvouche checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Trounvouche counters with a stiff right hand.
Trounvouche lunges at Jean Baptiste with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jean Baptiste's hand.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Trounvouche.
Trounvouche takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Trounvouche misses with a low kick.
Nice jab there from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Trounvouche throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trounvouche cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Trounvouche.
Trounvouche blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Trounvouche lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Trounvouche lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Trounvouche loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Trounvouche lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Trounvouche tried to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Trounvouche finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste misses with a series of wild punches.
And Trounvouche counters with a quick kick to the body but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Trounvouche.
Trounvouche misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Trounvouche ducked under it nicely.
Trounvouche misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Trounvouche counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Trounvouche checks a leg kick.
Trounvouche throws a nice inside leg kick.
Trounvouche gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Trounvouche bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Azacca Trounvouche is winning the standup battle so far.
Trounvouche misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste jabs Trounvouche to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Trounvouche steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Trounvouche throws a body kick that misses.
Trounvouche thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste counters with an inside leg kick. #T3#
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Trounvouche off balance momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick which misses Trounvouche's front leg but catches the back leg as Trounvouche tries to avoid it.
Trounvouche throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jean Baptiste counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Trounvouche with a hook.
Trounvouche lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Trounvouche's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Trounvouche down.
Trounvouche blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch up.
Trounvouche tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
and Trounvouche counters with a low kick, right behind Jean Baptiste 's knee.
Trounvouche tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Trounvouche blocks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Trounvouche looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Trounvouche connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Jean Baptiste finds it's way through Trounvouche's defenses.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Trounvouche sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Trounvouche uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Trounvouche wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
Trounvouche is looking to score with low kicks.
Trounvouche with a hook.
Trounvouche walks into a stiff left hand from Jean Baptiste.
A nice leg kick lands there from Trounvouche.
Nice straight punches there by Trounvouche. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trounvouche.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Trounvouche throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Trounvouche misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Trounvouche sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Azacca Trounvouche has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trounvouche misses with a straight right.
Trounvouche misses with a kick to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with an inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Azacca Trounvouche.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 188
Date: Sep 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Jain moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
No luck for Jain with that takedown attempt.
Jain slips under a jab.
Jain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Jain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Jain.
Jean Baptiste lands with a kick to the temple. Jain shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#It looks like Moganesh Jain 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!
Jain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jean Baptiste swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1#
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Some wild striking there from Jain.
Jean Baptiste slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jain fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Jain gets the takedown into side control.
Jean Baptiste is trying to get back to half guard.
Jain trying to control the position but Jean Baptiste is working away. #T2#
Jean Baptiste is trying to control Jain's posture but Jain avoids it.
Jean Baptiste holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Jean Baptiste tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Jain presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #SUB#
Jain is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Jean Baptiste has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Jain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jean Baptiste is looking to escape.
Jain throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T3#
Jean Baptiste tries to lock up and control but Jain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jean Baptiste is squirming around, avoiding Jain's attempts to control the action.
Jain looking to finish with strikes here!
Jean Baptiste blocking the ground and pound. #T4##SUB#
Jain working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Jean Baptiste is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jain controlling his opponent. #SU#
Jain is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jean Baptiste now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jain fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Moganesh Jain's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jean Baptiste is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Jain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jain counters with a right hand to the body.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jean Baptiste cracks Jain with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Jain shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jean Baptiste is trying to defend but Jain finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Jain is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Jean Baptiste wants to get back to full guard.#SU#
Jain gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Jain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jean Baptiste finds it's way round the side to connect with Jain's head.
Jain throws a head kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste stuffs the takedown attempt from Jain. Jain gets slowly back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Jain shoots in for a takedown but Jean Baptiste shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jean Baptiste throws a good cross that connects.
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Jain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jain takes a jab right on the kisser.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jain looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jean Baptiste is fending him off so far but Jain persists. Nope, Jean Baptiste circles away and we're back to standing.
Jain tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jean Baptiste sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jain somewhat.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Jain is wise to it.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Jain gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Jain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jain throws an elbow that misses.
Jain jumps guard but Jean Baptiste turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jain tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jain fails to pull guard.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Jain.
Jain blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jain jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jean Baptiste walks away with a smile on his face. Jain gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Jain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Jain moved out of range.
Jain wants to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that Jain semi-blocks.
Moganesh Jain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side.
Jain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jean Baptiste can pounce on him.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Jain was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Moganesh Jain'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#
Jean Baptiste works Jain's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jain drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jain closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste circles away.
Jain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jean Baptiste keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jain in his tracks.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Jain's body.
Jain blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jain misses with the combination.
Jean Baptiste throws out a counter right but Jain avoids it with no problem.
Jain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jean Baptiste's waist but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jain off to one side.
Jain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jean Baptiste finds it's way round the side to connect with Jain's head.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jain is looking to clinch.
Jain tries for a takedown but Jean Baptiste circles away easily
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jain tries to close the distance and clinch but Jean Baptiste swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jain looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jain gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jain fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jean Baptiste avoids it really well and circles away.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Jain moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jain shoots in and drives through. Jean Baptiste sprawls well.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Decent striking displayed by Jean Baptiste there.
Jean Baptiste showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jain.
Jain takes a jab right on the kisser.
#TD#
Jain closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste keeping control of the position.
Jean Baptiste moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to keep Jain in close.
Moganesh Jain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jain throws a big right hand that misses.
Jain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jain is fighting to break Jean Baptiste's control of his arms but Jean Baptiste is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jean Baptiste wants to sweep here but Jain controlling him for the moment.
Moganesh Jain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste controlling the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Jain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jain shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jean Baptiste pinned against the cage. Jean Baptiste gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jain doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jain fails with the takedown
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice shot by Jean Baptiste.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jain doesn't seem phased though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jean Baptiste 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
A very excited looking Brady Jean Baptiste made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 178
Date: Sep 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kalmisto tries to clinch up but Jean Baptiste circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Kalmisto fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jean Baptiste, pushing him back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kalmisto fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Kalmisto controls the action.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Kalmisto blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Kalmisto lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kalmisto backwards.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kalmisto prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste works on Kalmisto's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kalmisto wants to get back to striking at distance but Jean Baptiste won't allow it.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Kalmisto lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalmisto blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste. #TD2#
Kalmisto gets control of Jean Baptiste's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kalmisto will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB2#
Kalmisto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kalmisto looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jean Baptiste passes into half guard.
Kalmisto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kalmisto is trying to maintain the position but Jean Baptiste is very close to passing his half guard.
Kalmisto tries to roll over but Jean Baptiste keeps him under control.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the pace. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kalmisto trying to control here.
Jean Baptiste stalling.
Kalmisto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jean Baptiste is working away from the top position though.
Jean Baptiste is controlling the pace.
Kalmisto is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Jean Baptiste keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kalmisto is looking to improve his position.
Jean Baptiste works his foot free and advances to mount.
Jean Baptiste avoids the attempt from Kalmisto to control.
Jean Baptiste prevents Kalmisto from getting the reversal.
Jean Baptiste tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Kalmisto keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jean Baptiste takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jean Baptiste trying to control but Kalmisto is having none of it.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Kalmisto has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL#
Jean Baptiste forces Kalmisto back against the cage and clinches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Kalmisto on the inside.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Kalmisto.
Jean Baptiste works on Kalmisto's body with a couple of short punches.
A body shot lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kalmisto's elbow.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Kalmisto decides to pull guard.
Jean Baptiste slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Jean Baptiste taking a breather here.
Jean Baptiste is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kalmisto can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalmisto can't do much from the bottom here.
Kalmisto is trying to escape the position but Jean Baptiste is controlling the position. #T1#
Kalmisto tries to bench press Jean Baptiste off him but Jean Baptiste keeps the position.
Jean Baptiste is looking to take a break and control but Kalmisto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kalmisto tries to bench press Jean Baptiste off him but Jean Baptiste keeps the position.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Kalmisto is keeping him busy.
Kalmisto is trying to control Jean Baptiste's posture but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Jean Baptiste taking a breather here.
Kalmisto is trying to control Jean Baptiste's posture but Jean Baptiste avoids it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kalmisto regains half guard.#SUB2#
Kalmisto looking for a kimura from the bottom but Jean Baptiste passes into side control!
Jean Baptiste working away.
Jean Baptiste is staying tight to Kalmisto's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the action but Kalmisto is working from the bottom.
Kalmisto is trying to get back to half guard.
Kalmisto is still trying to improve position.
Kalmisto is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jean Baptiste off and has taken his back!#T3##SUB2#
Kalmisto has the hooks in. Jean Baptiste is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Kalmisto passes his arm under Jean Baptiste's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Jean Baptiste taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Apophis Kalmisto!
A victorious Apophis Kalmisto 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 165
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Joseph doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
Joseph is looking to land body kicks.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Joseph wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Joseph stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph is looking to counter punch.
Nice cross by Joseph.
Joseph throws out a powerful jab.
Joseph moves out of range of the body kick.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joseph lands a high kick!
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Joseph fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
Jean Baptiste explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A jab from Joseph misses.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jean Baptiste cracks Joseph with an open hand slap.#T1#
Joseph scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Joseph misses.
Jean Baptiste doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Joseph has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Just a bunch of gays in the buildup to the fight.
Joseph throws a sloppy body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Joseph closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Joseph misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Joseph controls the action.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Joseph lands with a right to the head.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
Joseph misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste gets through Joseph's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
Joseph lands a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph lands with a light punch inside.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joseph lands a body punch in the clinch.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Joseph lands a body shot.
Joseph misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Joseph.
Joseph can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Joseph lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph works on Jean Baptiste's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Joseph controls the action.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Joseph goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jean Baptiste creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Joseph.
Joseph prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste pushes Joseph back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Joseph - that landed with a thud.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Joseph fails to land.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joseph.
Joseph tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Joseph creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Joseph. #T4#
Jean Baptiste trying to control the position but instead, Joseph has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jean Baptiste into the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Joseph misses with a body punch.
Joseph's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Joseph working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Joseph backwards.
Jean Baptiste's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Joseph.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Joseph misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Joseph throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
That's time! Joseph's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Joseph fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Jean Baptiste doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Joseph throws a nice looking combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Nice shot by Joseph.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Joseph tries to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Joseph blocks the body kick.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Joseph sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Joseph throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Joseph rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
A cross from Joseph lands.
Joseph lands with a good body shot.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Joseph throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Joseph misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Joseph tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Joseph's knee but Joseph avoids it well.
As Jean Baptiste backs away, Joseph returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Joseph tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Joseph with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Joseph's hand.
Joseph thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Joseph pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Joseph settles back down.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joseph looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T2#
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Joseph sees coming a mile off.
It looked like Joseph wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joseph thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Joseph misses with a body punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Donk. Joseph catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joseph sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jihadi Joseph has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jean Baptiste takes one to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Joseph connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
Joseph misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Joseph misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body kick.
Joseph with a jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Joseph misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joseph throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Joseph dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A good leg kick by Joseph.
A jab from Joseph misses.
Jean Baptiste let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Joseph is looking to clinch but Jean Baptiste is avoiding it.
Jean Baptiste flicks out a counter leg kick but Joseph steps away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Joseph slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph tries to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T4#
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
Joseph walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Joseph wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
Some wild striking there from Joseph.
Joseph rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Joseph.
Joseph attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice straight punches there by Jean Baptiste. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jean Baptiste.#ROC2#Joseph is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jihadi Joseph will probably get the nod.
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#
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Joseph fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Joseph moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Joseph attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Joseph.
Joseph is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Joseph slips under a jab.
Joseph does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Joseph buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice strike.
Oh Joseph is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range.
Joseph seems to have got his legs back now.
Joseph turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Joseph checks a leg kick. #T1#
Joseph throws a solid leg kick but Jean Baptiste takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Joseph.
Jean Baptiste was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste clinches.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Joseph.
Joseph working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Joseph lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Joseph works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Joseph blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Joseph controls the action.
Joseph blocks the elbow strike.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Joseph misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Joseph.
A nice left hand lands by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Joseph controls the action.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Joseph controls his hands.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Joseph fails to land.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Joseph.
Joseph tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Joseph's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph misses with a short punch on the inside.
Joseph lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
A hook to the body from Joseph.
A nice left hand lands by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head.
Joseph misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
Joseph presses Jean Baptiste against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Joseph can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Joseph blocks it.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste avoiding damage.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Joseph lands a left hand.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand that snaps the head of Joseph backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Joseph.
Joseph swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Joseph throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste is working Joseph over against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A shot in the inside from Joseph.
Joseph tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Joseph has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
A left hand lands to the body for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Joseph working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joseph misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Joseph blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Jean Baptiste.
Joseph goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jihadi Joseph has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Joseph misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Josephs head.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Jean Baptiste as the two fighters clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jihadi Joseph.
I think Joseph 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jihadi Joseph!
Jihadi Joseph thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 158
Date: Jul 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Joseph lands an overhand right.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Joseph down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
A nice inside leg kick there by Joseph. That's going to slow Jean Baptiste down.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Joseph.
Joseph throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Joseph moves out of range of the body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Joseph with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Joseph tried to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Joseph shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Joseph moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph.
Joseph throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste tried to counter with a leg kick but Joseph avoided it.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Joseph's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Joseph avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Joseph is out of range.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Joseph throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Joseph connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Joseph scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A left lands for Joseph.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Joseph moves out of range.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Joseph keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joseph misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Joseph.
Joseph scores with a jab to the head.
Joseph is looking to score with low kicks.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Joseph tried to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Joseph throws a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste fakes the leg kick and cracks Joseph in the body.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Joseph tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joseph was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Joseph.
Joseph misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Joseph uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Joseph takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Joseph comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Joseph gets tackled into the cage by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste maintains the clinch.
Joseph lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jean Baptiste.#T3#
Joseph has had enough of the clinch but Jean Baptiste keeps him there for the moment.
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Joseph.
Joseph is working Jean Baptiste over against the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Joseph manages to break the clinch.
Joseph misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste walks into a left hand.
Joseph tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joseph feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jean Baptistes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Joseph. #T4#
Nice shot lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Joseph throws a nice outside leg kick.
Joseph does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Joseph throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joseph motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Joseph throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Joseph throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Joseph thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jihadi Joseph will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Joseph with the inside leg kick.
Joseph defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Joseph scores with a decent looking hook.
Jean Baptiste tests Joseph's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Joseph scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste doesn't manage to clinch there - Joseph circles away.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Joseph is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Joseph lands a right hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joseph throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Joseph only half commits.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T1#
Crunch! Jean Baptiste slams his shin into Joseph's torso.
Joseph tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
Joseph avoids a kick to the body.
Joseph throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jean Baptiste lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Joseph has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Joseph and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Joseph thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Joseph throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Joseph finds it's way through Jean Baptiste's defenses.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body shot.
Jean Baptiste misses with a double jab.
Joseph throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Donk. Jean Baptiste catches Joseph right on the button with a cross.
Joseph fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Joseph misses with an uppercut.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL#
Jean Baptiste rushes Joseph and presses him up against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
A short right from Joseph on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste. #BC2#
Joseph manages to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste moves in looking to clinch but Joseph pushes him off.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joseph sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Joseph throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Joseph.
Joseph misses the jab.
Joseph checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
A jab lands there for Joseph.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Joseph - that will leave a mark!
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.#T3#
Joseph misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Joseph.
Joseph misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joseph is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick counter kick to the body but Joseph avoids it.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Joseph can pounce on him.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph avoids it easily.
Joseph swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Joseph.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Joseph.
Joseph takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jean Baptiste works Joseph's body with a nice hook.
Joseph fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste checks it well.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Joseph's belly button to the back.
Joseph moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Joseph lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back to recover. #T4#
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Joseph pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joseph displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Joseph takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
A leg kick checked by Joseph.
Joseph lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Joseph.
Joseph thows a body kick. Jean Baptiste tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jean Baptiste jabs at Joseph's body.
Joseph throws a leg kick that misses.
Joseph missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Joseph lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Joseph lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph scores with a decent looking hook.
A good leg kick by Joseph.
Joseph swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Joseph lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
An inside leg kick from Joseph misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Joseph is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Joseph moves out of range easily.
Joseph throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice strike.
Joseph fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Joseph swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Joseph there.
A jab from Jean Baptiste finds it's way through Joseph's defenses.
Joseph throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Joseph misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Joseph.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T1#
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Joseph's head.
Joseph throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste half committed to a counter leg kick.
Joseph cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Joseph moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Joseph slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Joseph connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste punishes Joseph's body with a nice straight punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Joseph was well out of range.#T2#
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Joseph works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that Joseph semi-blocks.
Joseph swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Joseph dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Joseph.
Joseph slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Joseph saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Joseph.
Joseph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Joseph.
Joseph blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Joseph has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Joseph. That's going to slow Jean Baptiste down.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Joseph on the side of the head.
Joseph waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
A left lands for Joseph.
Joseph fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Joseph is just out of range.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste lands a head kick. Joseph smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Joseph misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Joseph saw it coming and moves away.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Joseph!
Joseph throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jean Baptiste throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.
Jean Baptiste tries to move into range but Joseph moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Joseph attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Joseph missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Joseph checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph looks to land a combination but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
A slow jab from Joseph misses its intended target.
Joseph moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 147
Date: May 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Merel connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Merel ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
Merel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Merel misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Merel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Merel looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Merel moves out of range.
Merel with the counter takedown but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Merel moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Merel counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste has control of Merel's left arm, preventing Merel from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Merel accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Merel working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merel wants to control from the top but Jean Baptiste keeps moving.
Merel preventing the sweep.
Merel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jean Baptiste works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jean Baptiste is working hard here to advance position.
Jean Baptiste lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Merel is looking for a triangle but Jean Baptiste pushes his legs off easily.
Merel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merel loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Jean Baptiste looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Jean Baptiste is trying to keep Merel in close.
Merel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jean Baptiste is keeping the position for now.
Jean Baptiste preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Merel trying to control the position from guard on top but Jean Baptiste is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merel distracts Jean Baptiste with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Merel postures up and lands a big shot to Jean Baptiste's brow.
Jean Baptiste is pulling down on Merel's head. It's preventing any offense from Merel, at least for the moment.#T3#
Merel preventing the sweep.
Merel throws a big elbow that misses.
Jean Baptiste keeping full guard, as Merel tries to pass.
Merel landing some decent shots from guard.
Jean Baptiste controls Merel momentarily but Merel frees himself. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Merel wants to control from the top but Jean Baptiste keeps moving.
Merel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jean Baptiste is keeping the position for now.
Jean Baptiste pulls Merel in close to prevent any damage.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A jab from Merel does it's job there.
Merel has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Merel blocks the body kick.
Merel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Merel.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Merel dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Merel slips under a jab.
Merel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Merel looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Merel dives in and grabs Jean Baptiste's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jean Baptiste pushes down on Merel's head and hops out.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Merel's body.
Nice body punch from Merel.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Merel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Merel ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Merel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Anthony Merel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Merel.
Merel blocks a leg kick.#TD2#
Merel closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jean Baptiste did well to prevent Merel getting side control.
Merel works his foot free and advances to mount.
Merel is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jean Baptiste can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Merel working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Jean Baptiste takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
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!
Merel trying to control but Jean Baptiste is having none of it.
Merel has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jean Baptiste's face.
Merel has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Merel is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Merel is having none of it.
Merel working Jean Baptiste over with strikes here.
Jean Baptiste takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Jean Baptiste tries to lock up and control but Merel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jean Baptiste is in a horrible position here. Merel smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Jean Baptiste tries to hold on but Merel postures up.
Merel lands with some strikes.
The referee warns Jean Baptiste that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste working to try and regain half guard.
Merel fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#SUB2#
Merel is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Jean Baptiste is surviving well by controlling Merel's body position as best he can.
Merel trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jean Baptiste really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2#
Merel is working for a guillotine from mount but Jean Baptiste frees his head quite easily.
Jean Baptiste is squirming around, avoiding Merel's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Jean Baptiste tries to reverse the position but Merel maintains control.
Merel breaks from Jean Baptiste's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Merel working away from the top, dropping strikes.#CUT2#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
Merel scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Merel landing strikes from the mount and Jean Baptiste is in trouble!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Merel raining down shots from the mount!#ROC2#Jean Baptiste is rocked!
Merel pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Oh Jean Baptiste is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jean Baptiste is desperately trying to improve his position but Merel has a good base and remains in mount.
Jean Baptiste seems to have got his legs back now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Merel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Jean Baptiste takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Merel's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jean Baptiste under the eye.
Merel misses with a hook to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Anthony Merel has been cut.
Merel just misses with a punch to the body.
Merel scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Merel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Merel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Merel misses with an uppercut
and Merel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Merel just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Merel misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a right hand to the body.
Merel swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Merel will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Merel's shoulder, as Merel tries to avoid the shot.
Merel feints the counter takedown.
Merel throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste walks into a jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Merel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A slow jab from Merel misses its intended target.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Merel misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body kick.
Merel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T2#
Merel walks into a stiff left hand from Jean Baptiste.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Merel throws a big shot that misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Merel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand. #ROC#Merel is rocked!
Merel swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a big left hand that crumples Merel! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste 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 140
Date: Apr 27, 2022 |
#R1#
Aalto lands a jab.
Aalto fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Aalto has managed to clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aalto lands with a left to the head.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Aalto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste is trying to break the clinch but Aalto is controlling him.
Aalto goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jean Baptiste prevents it.
Aalto fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
A short uppercut from Aalto.
A head punch on the inside from Aalto fails to land.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Aalto backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand
and Aalto counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aalto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aalto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Aalto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
Aalto throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Aalto is just out of range.
Aalto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Aalto sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Aalto lands with an overhand left.
Aalto looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Aalto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Aalto throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aalto throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aalto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body. Aalto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Aalto 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.
Aalto fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Aalto to score with a decent uppercut.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a big counter combination but Aalto scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aalto getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Aalto throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick.
Aalto will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste needs to keep his hands up - Aalto had a free shot at his head there.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Aalto releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Aalto misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Aalto misses with a low kick.
A cross from Aalto lands.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Aalto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
and Aalto counters with a nice body shot.
Aalto misses with a hook to the body
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Aalto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aalto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Aalto avoids the punch easily.
Aalto swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aalto throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Aalto checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.#T4#
Aalto shoots and misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aalto lands a body shot.
Michael Aalto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aalto misses with a leg kick.
Aalto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto blocks a leg kick.
Aalto works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Aalto avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Aalto fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Aalto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jean Baptiste's waist but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aalto off to one side.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Aalto.
A jab from Aalto misses.
Jean Baptiste feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Aalto lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Aalto was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste moves forwards but Aalto connects with a nice, crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Aalto dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Aalto throws a fast counter high kick but Jean Baptiste manages to duck under it in time.
Aalto lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
Decent striking displayed by Jean Baptiste there.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Aalto.
Aalto closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Both fighters circling a little - Aalto finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Aalto shoots in but Jean Baptiste avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Aalto throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Aalto throws a half hearted mid kick.
Aalto keeps Jean Baptiste at a distance using the push kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste walks into a left hand.
Aalto ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste. #T1#
Jab by Aalto.
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto catches Jean Baptiste with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Aalto misses with a leg kick
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Aalto misses with a straight left.
Aalto fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Aalto throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Aalto's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A low kick from Aalto misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aalto thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Aalto's ribs.
Aalto connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Aalto throws an off balance right hand
and Aalto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aalto shoots in and drives through. Jean Baptiste sprawls well.
Aalto throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Michael Aalto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Aalto.
Aalto misses with a straight right.
Aalto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aalto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto tries to clinch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aalto throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Aalto on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Aalto lands with a good body shot.
Aalto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Aalto getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Aalto's corner calls for a 1-2. Aalto obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Aalto avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Aalto.
A counter left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses its target.
Aalto with a jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aalto.
Aalto misses with a body shot
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Aalto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Aalto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Aalto misses the target.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Aalto cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Aalto throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#Aalto is rocked!
Aalto misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aalto is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
Jean Baptiste drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Aalto right on the button. Aalto goes down! Jean Baptiste follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Jean Baptiste gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 125
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Takahashi throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
We've been informed that Takahashi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Takahashi lands with a cross.
Takahashi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Some wild striking there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Takahashi uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Takahashi manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
Takahashi throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Takahashi ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T1#
Takahashi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste dips to his left and cracks Takahashi with an uppercut!
Takahashi tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Takahashi.
Takahashi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Takahashi throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Takahashi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Takahashi misses with a looping right.
Takahashi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Takahashi's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Takahashi.
Takahashi looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range. #T2#
Takahashi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jean Baptiste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Takahashi scrambles back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Takahashi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Takahashi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Takahashi takes one to the side of the head.
Jab by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Takahashi tries to score with a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves his leg out of the way.
Jean Baptiste jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Takahashi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Takahashi off balance momentarily.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Takahashi swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A low kick from Jean Baptiste is predictable there
and Takahashi counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Takahashi.
Takahashi blocks the body kick.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste jabs at Takahashi's body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Takahashi's shoulder, as Takahashi tries to avoid the shot.
Takahashi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Takahashi moves out of range of the body kick.
Takahashi swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Takahashi thinking.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Takahashi.
Takahashi throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with an inside leg kick.
Takahashi misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Takahashi saw that one coming.
Takahashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jab by Takahashi.#T4#
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Takahashi was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
and Takahashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A lazy body kick from Takahashi
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Takahashi feints and then cracks Jean Baptiste's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jean Baptiste down.
Takahashi misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
Takahashi tries to clinch up but Jean Baptiste circles away and keeps his distance.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. That's going to slow Takahashi down.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT#It looks like Ryoto Takahashi has been cut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Takahashi looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
A head kick misses from Takahashi.
Takahashi lands a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Takahashi scores with a sloppy right hand. Jean Baptiste should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Takahashi on the side of the head.
Takahashi throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Takahashi 's knee.
Jean Baptiste connects with an inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Takahashi.
Takahashi misses with a jab to the body
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Takahashi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Takahashi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Takahashi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Takahashi misses the shot to the body.
A low kick from Takahashi misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good, hard body kick but Takahashi shrugs it off.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Takahashi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jean Baptiste - the referee stops the clock and Takahashi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jean Baptiste. Takahashi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A shot to the body from Jean Baptiste misses
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Takahashi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
A lazy left from Takahashi finds it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Takahashi throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Takahashi.
Takahashi misses with a straight left.
Takahashi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Takahashi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takahashi ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Jean Baptiste scores with a push kick.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Takahashi moves out of range.
Takahashi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Takahashi was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Takahashi saw that one coming.
Takahashi checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Takahashi.
Takahashi throws a head kick that misses
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Takahashi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a right hand
and Takahashi counters with a series of strikes. Jean Baptiste will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste throws out a powerful jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Takahashi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
A big left from Takahashi misses.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Takahashi sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Takahashi's leg but Takahashi calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Takahashi.
Takahashi misses with a lunging right hand
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Takahashi throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Takahashi throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.
Takahashi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Takahashi throws a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Takahashi can do to turn this around?
Takahashi wants to clinch up but Jean Baptiste keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Takahashi. Takahashi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Takahashi tries to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Takahashi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Takahashi slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Takahashi staying out of range there.
Takahashi misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Takahashi's belly button to the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Takahashi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste works Takahashi's body with a nice hook.
Takahashi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Takahashi lands with an overhand left.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Takahashi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Takahashi.
Takahashi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Takahashi might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Jean Baptiste has got the better of the exchanges.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takahashi jabs Jean Baptiste to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Takahashi avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T1#
Jean Baptiste cracks Takahashi with an open hand slap.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A lazy left from Jean Baptiste finds it's target.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Takahashi moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Takahashi slips the punch.
Takahashi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Takahashi throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Takahashi ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jean Baptiste scores with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Takahashi slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Takahashi misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from Takahashi.
Ryoto Takahashi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Takahashi under the eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Takahashi moved away.
It seemed like Takahashi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Takahashi misses the target.
Takahashi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Takahashi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Takahashi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Takahashi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Takahashi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Takahashi moved away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste thumps Takahashi with a low kick.#T3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Takahashi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jean Baptiste - the referee stops the clock and Takahashi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jean Baptiste. Takahashi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Takahashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Takahashi.
Takahashi looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Takahashi misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Takahashi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste blocks the body kick.
Takahashi throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Takahashi has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T4#
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Takahashi.
Takahashi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jean Baptiste is able to avoid easily.
Takahashi misses with a hook.
Takahashi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Takahashi throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi is looking to chop away at Jean Baptiste's legs.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Takahashi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Nice body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi's corner calls for a 1-2. Takahashi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Takahashi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Takahashi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A jab lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a push kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 113
Date: Jan 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Chulalongkorn moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Chulalongkorn wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chulalongkorn walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice straight punches there by Chulalongkorn. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn throws a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Chulalongkorn saw that one coming.
Chulalongkorn is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste jabs Chulalongkorn right on the nose. Chulalongkorn blinks but takes it well.
Chulalongkorn loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Chulalongkorn misses with a looping left.
Chulalongkorn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T1#
Chulalongkorn stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Chulalongkorn tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand #KD#
and Chulalongkorn counters with a series of strikes that sends Jean Baptiste to the canvas! Chulalongkorn follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste seems keen to control Chulalongkorn's posture.
Chulalongkorn trying to control the position from guard on top but Jean Baptiste is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Jean Baptiste keeping moving, preventing Chulalongkorn from controlling successfully.
Chulalongkorn prevents Jean Baptiste from getting back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Chulalongkorn stopping the sweep attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A jab from Jean Baptiste does it's job there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Chulalongkorn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chulalongkorn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste rushes Chulalongkorn and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Chulalongkorn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Chulalongkorn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick
and Chulalongkorn counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Chulalongkorn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chulalongkorn staying out of range there.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jean Baptiste darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Jean Baptiste cracks Chulalongkorn with a good jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chulalongkorn throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Chulalongkorn is able to avoid easily.#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Jean Baptiste looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Chulalongkorn throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Chulalongkorn moves out of range of the body kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chulalongkorn manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chulalongkorn had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Chulalongkorn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Chulalongkorn takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
No joy there for Chulalongkorn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jean Baptiste. Chulalongkorn shrugs it off though.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chulalongkorn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Chulalongkorn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chulalongkorn connects with the punch.#CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Chulalongkorn saw that one coming.
Chulalongkorn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A jab lands there for Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chulalongkorn misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Chulalongkorn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch there but Chulalongkorn circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Chulalongkorn takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Chulalongkorn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Chulalongkorn moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter the offense by Jean Baptiste and move into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that Chulalongkorn semi-blocks.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Chulalongkorn strikes.
Chulalongkorn misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Chulalongkorn takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jean Baptiste jabs Chulalongkorn to the body, keeping him at a distance.
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!
Chulalongkorn missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chulalongkorn throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste punishes Chulalongkorn's body with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste scores with a kick to the midsection.
Chulalongkorn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chulalongkorn throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Chulalongkorn walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big right from Chulalongkorn misses.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Chulalongkorn moves out of range.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Chulalongkorn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Chulalongkorn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chulalongkorn manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chulalongkorn is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chulalongkorn misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It looked like Chulalongkorn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Chulalongkorn's ribcage but misses.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Good shot there by Jean Baptiste.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Chulalongkorn if he has to take too many more of those.
Chulalongkorn walks into a stiff left hand from Jean Baptiste.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chulalongkorn slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chulalongkorn drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch but Chulalongkorn is having none of it.
A punch combination from Chulalongkorn misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Chulalongkorn checks it.
Chulalongkorn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chulalongkorn is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brady Jean Baptiste's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Jean Baptiste's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Chulalongkorn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chulalongkorn's hand.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Chulalongkorn's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chulalongkorn doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick, looking for Chulalongkorn's leg but Chulalongkorn calmly moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Chulalongkorn tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Chulalongkorn checks a leg kick. #T1#
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Chulalongkorn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste pushes Chulalongkorn away with a front kick.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chulalongkorn moves away.
A clash of legs there as Chulalongkorn blocks the low kick.
Chulalongkorn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chulalongkorn's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jean Baptiste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chulalongkorn scrambles back to his feet.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magnificent Chulalongkorn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Chulalongkorn blocks the leg kick.
Chulalongkorn swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Chulalongkorn just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Chulalongkorn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chulalongkorn down.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Chulalongkorn uses good head movement to avoid it.
As Jean Baptiste looks to move away, Chulalongkorn throws a big counter combo but Jean Baptiste just gets out of the way.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn scores with a nice right hand.
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!
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Chulalongkorn moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Chulalongkorn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chulalongkorn will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jab from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chulalongkorn went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Chulalongkorn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chulalongkorn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Chulalongkorn moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chulalongkorn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chulalongkorn missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
A bone on bone clash there as Chulalongkorn blocks the leg kick.
Chulalongkorn ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with the body kick
and Chulalongkorn counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with the left hand. Chulalongkorn knows he should have avoided that one.
Chulalongkorn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the body
and Chulalongkorn counters with a left and a right... And another left! Jean Baptiste is down! He's done! The ref dives in to save him and that's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Magnificent Chulalongkorn!
Magnificent Chulalongkorn really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 107
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit 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.
A jab from Sitsongrit does it's job there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit cracks a nice hook into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Jean Baptiste 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Sitsongrit's belly button to the back.
Sitsongrit walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sitsongrit scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sitsongrit tries to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste saw it coming and moves away.
Jean Baptiste is trying to counter with his kicks.
Sitsongrit connects with the punch.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.#T2#
Crunch! Jean Baptiste slams his shin into Sitsongrit's torso.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Jean Baptiste tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Jean Baptiste's ribcage. Jean Baptiste let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit managing to block the knees to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit gets through Jean Baptiste's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jean Baptiste tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste digs a right hand into Sitsongrit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sitsongrit's gas tank.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sitsongrit is leaning against Jean Baptiste and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sitsongrit's hands.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Jean Baptiste thinks about the counter body kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit saw it coming and moves away.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Sitsongrit's corner calls for a 1-2. Sitsongrit obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jean Baptiste can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sitsongrit. That did some damage!
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit with a hook.#T1#
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands with a cross.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jean Baptiste moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sitsongrit sizes up Jean Baptiste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sitsongrit has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick nicely.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sitsongrit connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jean Baptiste scrambles back to his feet.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sitsongrit under the eye.
Sitsongrit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Sitsongrit settles back down.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to chop away at Sitsongrit's legs.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the head.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
#T3#
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Jean Baptiste tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Sitsongrit is wise to it.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit thuds his right hand into Jean Baptiste's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sitsongrit connects with a nice looking jab.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into Sitsongrit's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Sitsongrit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sitsongrit thuds his shin into the meat of Jean Baptiste's side.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Sitsongrit's midsection.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the body
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Petsuwan Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jean Baptiste. That did some damage!
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste flicks out a counter leg kick but Sitsongrit steps away.
Crunch! Jean Baptiste slams his shin into Sitsongrit's torso.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.#T1#
Sitsongrit dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Nice body kick there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit scores with a decent looking hook.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jean Baptiste works Sitsongrit's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Sitsongrit down by chopping away at his legs.
Good work by Sitsongrit as he checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Jean Baptiste moves into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
A hook to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sitsongrit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow. #T4#
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste - that landed with a thud.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sitsongrit looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice strike.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jean Baptiste goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Sitsongrit cracks a nice hook into Jean Baptiste's ribs.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sitsongrit's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste tries to bum rush Sitsongrit with a series of wild strikes but Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sitsongrit blocks it well.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Sitsongrit pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CL2#
Jean Baptiste clinches up with Sitsongrit and pushes him back against the cage.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Jean Baptiste lands a hook that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit blocks an elbow strike.
Jean Baptiste working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
#T3#
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste thows a body kick. Sitsongrit tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick which misses Sitsongrit's front leg but catches the back leg as Sitsongrit tries to avoid it.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Sitsongrit didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Sitsongrit cracks Jean Baptiste with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A left lands for Jean Baptiste.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sitsongrit if he has to take too many more of those.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Sitsongrit tries to clinch up but Jean Baptiste circles away and keeps his distance.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jean Baptiste tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste cracks Sitsongrit with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Jean Baptiste blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Jean Baptiste off balance momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A cross from Jean Baptiste lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit lands with a right hand.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Some bone on bone action there as Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jean Baptiste takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sitsongrit walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sitsongrit tries to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste saw it coming and moves away.
Sitsongrit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sitsongrit defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but Jean Baptiste slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste avoids a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sitsongrit blocks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sitsongrit finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.#T3#
Sitsongrit takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Jean Baptiste rushes Sitsongrit and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongrit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Petsuwan Sitsongrit.
Well Sitsongrit 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petsuwan Sitsongrit!
Petsuwan Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 100
Date: Dec 03, 2021 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Logan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Logan moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Logan cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Logan is out of range.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Logan misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Logan. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Logan misses with a body shot.
Logan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jean Baptiste's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Logan.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Logan misses the target.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Logan throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Logan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Logan has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste throws a chopping leg kick but Logan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Logan's head but Logan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Logan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jean Baptiste finds it's way round the side to connect with Logan's head. #T1#
Logan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste tests Logan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Logan throws a series of punches but Jean Baptiste avoids them all with ease.
Jean Baptiste lands with an uppercut that bounces Logan off the cage and back into range.
Logan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Logan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Logan ducked under it nicely.
Logan walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Logan lands with a nice body punch.
Nice uppercut there from Logan.
Logan swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A jab from Logan misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Logan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Logan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick from Logan.
Logan throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Frankie Logan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Logan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.
Logan wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range. #T2#
Logan misses with a series of wild punches.
Logan explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Logan throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with a low kick but Logan moves his leg out of the way.
Logan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Logan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Logan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Logan pushes Jean Baptiste away with a front kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Logan throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Logan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Logan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Logan moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Logan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Logan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Logan misses with a body shot.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Logan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Logan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Logan's ribcage but misses.
Logan slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Logan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Logan walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses.
Logan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Logan throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.#T4#
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Logan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Logan's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy head kick and Logan moves out of range easily.
Logan throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Logan cracks Jean Baptiste with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Logan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a leg kick but Logan saw it coming and moves away.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Logan loads up on a big left hand.
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that Logan ducks under and follows up with a left that Logan also avoids with ease.
Jean Baptiste avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A clash of legs there as Jean Baptiste blocks the low kick.
Jean Baptiste flicks out a counter leg kick but Logan steps away.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Logan looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Logan backing away here, and Jean Baptiste unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Logan's body.
Logan ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Logan throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Logan misses with a left hand
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Logan throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Logan slips the punch.
Logan misses with a looping right.
Logan throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Logan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Logan checks it well.
Logan throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Logan takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Logan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste misses with a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Logan misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Logan with a body shot.
Logan lands a nice looking body shot.
#T1#
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Logan lands with an uppercut that bounces Jean Baptiste off the cage and back into range.
Frankie Logan is winning the standup battle so far.
Logan throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
Logan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A lazy body kick from Jean Baptiste
and Logan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Logan moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Logan.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Logan tried to counter with a leg kick but Jean Baptiste avoided it.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste stuns Logan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Logan misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Logan.
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!
Logan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Logan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Logan throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Logan lands with a good body shot.
Jean Baptiste chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Logan can pounce on him.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Logan misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Logan blocks it well.
Jean Baptiste with a nice cross.
Logan throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Logan moves forwards but Jean Baptiste connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
Logan lands an overhand right.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Logan was well out of range.
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Jab from Logan.
Logan throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Logan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Logan was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Logan.
Logan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Logan throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
A telegraphed right hand from Logan misses the target.
Logan misses with a leg kick.
Logan misses with a straight right.
Logan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Logan throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.#T4#
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Logan slips the punch.
An attempted straight right counter from Logan misses the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Logan avoids it.
Jean Baptiste lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Logan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Logan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the nose.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Logan.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Logan throws out the jab.
Logan connects with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Logan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Logan has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Logan strikes.
Logan slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Logan misses the jab.
Logan lands a lovely overhand right.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
A punch combination from Logan misses.
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Logan is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Logan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Logan thinks about countering with a body kick.
Logan checks a leg kick.
Logan ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Logan fakes the leg kick and cracks Jean Baptiste in the body.
Jean Baptiste keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Logan.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Logan loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
No joy there for Logan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jean Baptiste throws out a counter right but Logan avoids it with no problem.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Logan.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Logan.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Logan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Logan misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Logan scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Logan blocks it.
Logan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Logan blocks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Logan. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Logan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Logan scores with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
It looked like Logan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Frankie Logan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Logan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A good leg kick by Logan.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Logan throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Logan cracks Jean Baptiste with an open hand slap.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Logan.
Logan misses with a leg kick.
Logan lands a head shot.
A jab from Logan misses.
Jean Baptiste throws out a counter right but Logan avoids it with no problem.
Logan looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Logan throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Logan is just out of range.
Logan cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Logan misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste counters with a body kick.
Logan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Logan blocks a low kick nicely.
As Jean Baptiste tries to get set, Logan tries to push him back and clinch up but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid the attempt.#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
Logan misses with a few strikes there.
Logan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jean Baptiste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Logan scrambles back to his feet.
Logan connects with a right hand. Jean Baptiste shakes it off.
Jean Baptiste takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Logan misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jean Baptiste wants to land a leg kick but Logan is out of range.
Jean Baptiste works Logan's body with a nice hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Logan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Logan connects with a body shot.
Logan thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Logan.
Logan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Logan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Logan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Logan connects with a body shot.
Logan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jean Baptiste lands with an overhand left.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Logan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste tries a quick counter leg kick but Logan is wise to it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Logan misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Logan at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Frankie Logan.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste 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 94
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Thompson throws a right and a left that Jean Baptiste avoids nicely.
Thompson misses with a hook to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tyson Thompson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Thompson throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thompson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy uppercut
and Thompson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thompson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Thompson unleashes a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jean Baptiste definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thompson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste thows a leg kick but Thompson checks it
and Thompson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Thompson looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thompson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thompson staying out of range there.#T1#
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Thompson throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thompson ! But no joy.
Thompson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Thompson .
Thompson throws a right hand that misses
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Thompson misses with a body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Thompson is rocked!
Thompson throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thompson .
Thompson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jean Baptiste.
Thompson is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
Thompson throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Thompson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thompson misses with a looping right.
Thompson seems to have recovered his senses.
Thompson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jean Baptiste circles away quickly and effectively.
Thompson is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#T2#
Thompson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thompson swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Thompson blocks a leg kick.
Thompson lands a lovely overhand right.
Thompson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a solid body kick.
Thompson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thompson connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Thompson throws a right hand that Jean Baptiste ducks under and follows up with a left that Jean Baptiste also avoids with ease.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Thompson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Thompson throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
A big right from Thompson misses.
Thompson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Thompson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Thompson moves out of range of the strikes.
Thompson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Thompson loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#KD#
Jean Baptiste lands a big head kick that sends Thompson tumbling to the mat! Jean Baptiste takes a step backwards and waves Thompson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Thompson thinking.
Thompson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste pounces like a tiger and cracks Thompson with a vicious hook! Thompson is down but not out! Jean Baptiste follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Brady Jean Baptiste!
A victorious Brady Jean Baptiste 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 89
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Joseph is just out of range.
Joseph thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Joseph takes one to the chin there.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
A lazy body kick from Joseph
and Joseph takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste cracks Joseph with a good jab.
Joseph lands a nice looking body kick.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joseph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Joseph throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Joseph slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL2#
Joseph gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Joseph lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Joseph or not.
Joseph misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste. #BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Joseph moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Joseph uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a low kick but Joseph avoids it.
Joseph misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Joseph avoids it.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste avoids a kick to the body.
Joseph swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Joseph throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Joseph takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Joseph digs a good hook to Jean Baptiste's body.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Joseph sees coming a mile off.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
Joseph blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook.
Joseph tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Joseph looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste cracks Joseph with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jean Baptiste tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Joseph's head but Joseph sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Joseph.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.#T3#
Jean Baptiste takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Joseph with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Joseph doesn't manage to clinch there - Jean Baptiste circles away.
Joseph avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste avoids a kick to the body.
Joseph getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Joseph throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Joseph throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jean Baptiste stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Joseph swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph tries a quick counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste is wise to it.
Joseph keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joseph throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joseph has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jean Baptiste misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Joseph.
#T4#
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
A big right from Joseph misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Joseph has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A frustrated look appears on Joseph's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Joseph lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joseph.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joseph. #BC2#
Joseph breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joseph throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste tried to counter with a leg kick but Joseph avoided it.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Joseph connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste tests Joseph's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Joseph closes the distance looking to clinch
and Joseph takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste defending well as Joseph loads up on a big left hand.
Nice shot lands for Joseph.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jean Baptiste throws a chopping leg kick but Joseph manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Jean Baptiste takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A telegraphed right hand from Joseph misses the target.
Joseph pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Joseph settles back down.
Joseph takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jean Baptiste crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Joseph - the referee stops the clock and Jean Baptiste gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Joseph. Jean Baptiste manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Joseph avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Joseph lands a glancing blow to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Joseph moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.#T1#
Joseph digs a good hook to Jean Baptiste's body.
Joseph takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Joseph misses with a body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jean Baptiste is looking to chop away at Joseph's legs.
Joseph lands with a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Joseph lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jean Baptiste at a distance.
Jean Baptiste motions for Joseph to come forward. Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice shot lands for Jean Baptiste.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good work by Joseph as he checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jean Baptiste fires out a quick counter leg kick but Joseph just manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Joseph misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the body kick from Joseph.
#T2#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Joseph fails to land with a series of punches.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Joseph is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph throws a leg kick that misses. #CL2#
Joseph closes the distance and clinches.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Joseph.
Joseph goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Joseph misses with some punches.
A hook to the body from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Joseph.
Jihadi Joseph seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Joseph lands with a left to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Joseph's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Joseph working aggressively here.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste has Joseph pressed against the cage, preventing Joseph from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Joseph lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards. #BC2#
Joseph escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jean Baptiste is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Joseph chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jean Baptiste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Joseph is out of range.
Joseph misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Joseph punishes Jean Baptiste's body with a nice straight punch.
Joseph scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jean Baptiste in his tracks.
Joseph avoids the head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Joseph throws a body kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste fires out a quick counter leg kick but Joseph just manages to avoid it.
Crunch! Jean Baptiste slams his shin into Joseph's torso.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Joseph, as that shot connected.
#CL2#
Joseph forces Jean Baptiste back against the cage and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Joseph prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A right hook to the body lands for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Joseph blocks it.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short left from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike.
Joseph misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Joseph swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joseph.
Joseph tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Joseph back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Joseph.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jihadi Joseph will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.#CL2#
Joseph forces Jean Baptiste back against the cage and clinches.
Joseph lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Joseph tries a body shot but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Joseph lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joseph goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Joseph swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph gets through Jean Baptiste's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Joseph blocks an uppercut.
Joseph lands with a short shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.#T1#
Jean Baptiste misses with a short punch on the inside.
Joseph swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Joseph takes a shot to the head.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Joseph misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Joseph scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Joseph lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jean Baptiste.
Joseph tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Joseph.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joseph blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Joseph back against the cage.
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph lands a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Joseph escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Joseph throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Joseph's body.
Joseph takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice shot lands for Joseph.#T3#
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Joseph moved away.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Joseph.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body shot.
Joseph feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jean Baptistes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Joseph at a distance.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Joseph moved out of range nicely.
Joseph looks to land a body kick but Jean Baptiste moved away.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Joseph throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jean Baptiste sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Joseph throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Joseph throws a push kick but Jean Baptiste slaps the foot to one side.
It looked like Jean Baptiste was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Joseph.#T4#
Joseph pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Joseph settles back down.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joseph throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Joseph stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Joseph's head but Joseph sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
It seemed like Joseph was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Joseph throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Joseph moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Joseph takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Joseph connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jean Baptiste's hands.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joseph to score with a decent uppercut.
Jean Baptiste will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Jihadi Joseph just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick.
Joseph scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL#
Jean Baptiste clinches.
Joseph tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Jean Baptiste is leaning against Joseph and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joseph.
A short left from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Joseph backwards.
Joseph works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph misses with a punch on the inside.
Joseph misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Joseph doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Joseph misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Joseph lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside.
Joseph blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Joseph lands a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Joseph lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short right from Jean Baptiste. #T2#
Jean Baptiste keeps control of Joseph as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Joseph controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Joseph lands with a right to the head.
Joseph misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Joseph avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Joseph.
Joseph lands a hook that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Joseph.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Joseph misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Joseph.#T3#
Good body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Joseph misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Joseph is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Joseph lands a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste works on Joseph's body with a couple of short punches.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Josephs head.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joseph's elbow.
Joseph prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Joseph's efforts to push away.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Joseph controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste wants to stall.
Joseph lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
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!
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Joseph struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Joseph misses with a punch on the inside.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joseph misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Joseph fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Joseph working aggressively here.
Good body shot from Jean Baptiste.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste had his way with Jihadi Joseph in that round.
That's time! Jean Baptiste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
Joseph scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Joseph tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
A left lands for Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Joseph steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste throws out a leg kick but Joseph moves out of range and Jean Baptiste only half commits.
Joseph ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joseph to score with a decent uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Joseph avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joseph lands a jab to the head.
Joseph scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Joseph does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste cracks Joseph with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Joseph uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean Baptiste looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Joseph misses with a looping left.
Joseph drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Joseph.
Joseph moves out of range of the body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph scores with a jab.
Good leg kick by Joseph.
Joseph ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Joseph is out of range.
A low kick from Joseph is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Joseph thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joseph sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joseph appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Joseph is able to avoid easily.
Joseph throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Joseph with the inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
As Joseph backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Joseph scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
Joseph throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joseph manages to avoid it.
Joseph looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Joseph misses with a body kick.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Joseph turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Joseph loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and Jean Baptiste tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joseph fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean Baptiste looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Joseph throws a solid leg kick but Jean Baptiste takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joseph waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Joseph.
Jean Baptiste tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Joseph manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Joseph throws a half hearted mid kick.#T3#
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Joseph throws a body kick that misses.
Joseph tries to land a front kick but Jean Baptiste steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Joseph is out of range.
That kick from Joseph tenderised Jean Baptiste's leg. Jean Baptiste is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jean Baptiste throws a good cross that connects.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joseph moves away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Joseph lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Joseph throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
And Jean Baptiste counters with a quick kick to the body but Joseph blocks it.
Joseph misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Joseph paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Joseph uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Joseph sees it coming and moves out of range.
Joseph throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Joseph takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste. #T4#
A jab from Joseph misses.
Joseph throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Joseph is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
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!
Joseph throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Joseph getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Joseph turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Joseph.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Joseph uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joseph throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joseph lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Jean Baptiste backs up against the cage.
Joseph takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Joseph fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
A leg kick checked by Jean Baptiste.
Joseph blocks a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jihadi Joseph comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Joseph 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 47:48
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 48:48
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Jihadi Joseph!
Jihadi Joseph is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Jihadi Joseph, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 81
Date: Aug 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste works Chulalongkorn's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Chulalongkorn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chulalongkorn sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Chulalongkorn gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Chulalongkorn misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Chulalongkorn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Chulalongkorn takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CL#
Chulalongkorn closes the distance and pushes Jean Baptiste back into the cage.
Chulalongkorn swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chulalongkorn lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jean Baptiste scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chulalongkorn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big right from Chulalongkorn misses.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand right.#T1#
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chulalongkorn.
A big right from Chulalongkorn misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body kick.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chulalongkorn manages to avoid it.
Chulalongkorn steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jean Baptiste. That one must have hurt.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch up but Jean Baptiste circles away and keeps his distance.
Jean Baptiste cracks Chulalongkorn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chulalongkorn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chulalongkorn loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Chulalongkorn takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Chulalongkorn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Chulalongkorn rather than just go for the knockout.
A jab from Chulalongkorn does it's job there.
Jean Baptiste looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Chulalongkorn strikes.
Chulalongkorn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chulalongkorn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2##CL#
Jean Baptiste tries to keep at a distance but Chulalongkorn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Chulalongkorn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chulalongkorn prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn misses with a punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Chulalongkorn has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Chulalongkorn avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Chulalongkorn can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Chulalongkorn misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
A head punch on the inside from Chulalongkorn fails to land.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Chulalongkorn prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Chulalongkorn.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chulalongkorn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Chulalongkorn's head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Chulalongkorn lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chulalongkorns head.
Chulalongkorn cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jean Baptiste just misses with a elbow thrown towards Chulalongkorn's brow.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Chulalongkorn working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Chulalongkorn misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste presses Chulalongkorn against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chulalongkorn blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Chulalongkorn can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chulalongkorn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chulalongkorn lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Chulalongkorn controls the action.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chulalongkorn backwards.
Chulalongkorn prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chulalongkorn jumps guard but Jean Baptiste stands there with Chulalongkorn around his waist. Chulalongkorn gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Chulalongkorn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Chulalongkorn fails to land. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Chulalongkorn saw that one coming.
Chulalongkorn takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Chulalongkorn cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Chulalongkorn checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste lunges at Chulalongkorn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chulalongkorn's hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Chulalongkorn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chulalongkorn swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A cross from Chulalongkorn lands.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Chulalongkorn closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jean Baptiste finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Chulalongkorn blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chulalongkorn has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jean Baptiste.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Chulalongkorn has closed the distance and engaged Jean Baptiste in a clinch.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Chulalongkorn blocks it.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Chulalongkorn blocks it.
Chulalongkorn fails to pull guard.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chulalongkorn misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chulalongkorn swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Chulalongkorn blocks it.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chulalongkorn tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chulalongkorn digs a right hand into Jean Baptiste's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jean Baptiste's gas tank.
Chulalongkorn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Jean Baptiste as the two fighters clinch.
Jean Baptiste lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Chulalongkorn backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with the head strike.
Chulalongkorn jumps guard but Jean Baptiste turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Jean Baptiste fails to land.
Jean Baptiste gets through Chulalongkorn's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Chulalongkorn doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chulalongkorn swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Chulalongkorn. #T2#
Chulalongkorn lands a hook that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Chulalongkorn throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste pushes Chulalongkorn back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Chulalongkorn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chulalongkorn scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Chulalongkorn lands a left hand.
Chulalongkorn blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Jean Baptiste swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Chulalongkorn lands a hook that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Chulalongkorn takes a shot to the head.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Chulalongkorn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Chulalongkorn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Chulalongkorn working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chulalongkorn's elbow.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike.
Chulalongkorn misses with a punch on the inside.
Chulalongkorn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the position but instead, Chulalongkorn has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jean Baptiste into the cage.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chulalongkorns head.
Chulalongkorn scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Chulalongkorn misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chulalongkorn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Chulalongkorn misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook that snaps the head of Chulalongkorn backwards.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Chulalongkorn's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chulalongkorn throws a head punch that misses.
Chulalongkorn takes a shot to the head.
Chulalongkorn misses with some punches.
Jean Baptiste lands a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Chulalongkorn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste misses with some punches.
Chulalongkorn tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Chulalongkorn back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste trying to land knees to the body.
Chulalongkorn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Chulalongkorn presses Jean Baptiste against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Chulalongkorn. Chulalongkorn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A low kick from Jean Baptiste misses
and Chulalongkorn counters with a nice uppercut.
Chulalongkorn throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch up.
Jean Baptiste jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chulalongkorn takes one to the chin there.
Chulalongkorn takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste moves forwards but Chulalongkorn connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Chulalongkorn throws a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Chulalongkorn checks it well.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chulalongkorn blocks a low kick nicely.
Jean Baptiste feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chulalongkorns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chulalongkorn moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Chulalongkorn swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
#T1#
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Chulalongkorn darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch but Jean Baptiste is having none of it.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Chulalongkorn drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chulalongkorn throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Chulalongkorn is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Chulalongkorn lands with an uppercut that bounces Jean Baptiste off the cage and back into range.
Chulalongkorn misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Chulalongkorn moved away.
Chulalongkorn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body shot.
Chulalongkorn moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Chulalongkorn seems unphased.
A jab from Chulalongkorn misses.
Chulalongkorn throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Chulalongkorn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chulalongkorn takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Chulalongkorn throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into Chulalongkorn's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste with the inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Chulalongkorn saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Chulalongkorn is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jean Baptiste is looking to slow Chulalongkorn down with leg kicks. #T3#
Chulalongkorn closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chulalongkorn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chulalongkorn finds it's way round the side to connect with Jean Baptiste's head.
Chulalongkorn swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Chulalongkorn is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Good standup being displayed there by Chulalongkorn as he connects with a hook.
Jean Baptiste thumps Chulalongkorn with a low kick.
Chulalongkorn lands a nice looking body shot.
Chulalongkorn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jean Baptiste scores with a punch to the head.
Chulalongkorn misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy right hand but Chulalongkorn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chulalongkorn is looking to counter punch.#T4#
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!
Jean Baptiste lands a nice leg kick that just misses Chulalongkorn's sensitive parts.
Chulalongkorn looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Chulalongkorn missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chulalongkorn moves in looking to clinch but Jean Baptiste pushes him off.
Chulalongkorn will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws an off balance right hand
and Chulalongkorn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chulalongkorn throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Chulalongkorn is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Chulalongkorn stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks for the body kick but Chulalongkorn saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chulalongkorn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chulalongkorns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Chulalongkorn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chulalongkorn down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste really dominated that round.
That's time! Chulalongkorn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Chulalongkorn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chulalongkorn's hand.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Chulalongkorn avoids it easily.
Chulalongkorn closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Chulalongkorn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Chulalongkorn.#T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Chulalongkorn moves out of range.
Chulalongkorn misses the body punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Chulalongkorn 's knee.
Chulalongkorn darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chulalongkorn scores with a jab. Jean Baptiste acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Chulalongkorn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chulalongkorn walks into a straight right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab.
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chulalongkorn takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Chulalongkorn swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand.
Chulalongkorn just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chulalongkorn takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chulalongkorn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Chulalongkorn scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chulalongkorn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste feints a counter leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.
Chulalongkorn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A telegraphed right hand from Chulalongkorn misses the target.
Chulalongkorn throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Chulalongkorn closes the distance and clinches.
Chulalongkorn misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Chulalongkorn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards. #T3#
Chulalongkorn jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jean Baptiste walks away with a smile on his face. Chulalongkorn gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Chulalongkorn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Chulalongkorn has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chulalongkorn there as he acknowledges the shot.
Chulalongkorn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Chulalongkorn just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste thuds his shin into the meat of Chulalongkorn's side.
Jean Baptiste is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chulalongkorn. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste lunges at Chulalongkorn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chulalongkorn's hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy head kick
and Chulalongkorn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Chulalongkorn takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Chulalongkorn blocks the body kick.
Chulalongkorn with a jab.
Jean Baptiste works the jab nicely.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab and a cross from Chulalongkorn.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jean Baptiste! But no joy.
Chulalongkorn tries to clinch up.
Some wild striking there from Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chulalongkorn moves away.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chulalongkorn misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chulalongkorn thinking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that fourth 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!#R5#
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chulalongkorn moves away.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Chulalongkorn is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chulalongkorn throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Chulalongkorn moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste cracks Chulalongkorn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chulalongkorn scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chulalongkorn slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Chulalongkorn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chulalongkorn checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste throws the left hand but Chulalongkorn avoids the punch easily.#T1#
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chulalongkorn throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chulalongkorn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste connects with an inside leg kick.
Jean Baptiste walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chulalongkorn checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Chulalongkorn on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Chulalongkorn looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Chulalongkorn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste misses with a jab, cross combination.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Chulalongkorn takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Chulalongkorn throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magnificent Chulalongkorn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Chulalongkorn tries to move into range but Jean Baptiste moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jean Baptiste takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that misses
letting Chulalongkorn counter with a right hand.
Chulalongkorn misses with a jab to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a slapping leg kick.
Chulalongkorn moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Jean Baptiste lands a slapping body shot.
Chulalongkorn throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jean Baptiste thumps Chulalongkorn with a low kick.
A jab from Chulalongkorn misses.
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chulalongkorn.
Jean Baptiste fails to land with a series of punches.
Chulalongkorn throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL#
Chulalongkorn has closed the distance and engaged Jean Baptiste in a clinch.
Chulalongkorn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chulalongkorn.
Chulalongkorn misses with the head strike.
Chulalongkorn misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chulalongkorn lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Good body shot from Jean Baptiste.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chulalongkorn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chulalongkorn creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Chulalongkorn throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD#
Chulalongkorn ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Chulalongkorn no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Jean Baptiste trying to control but Chulalongkorn is working from the bottom.
Chulalongkorn can't keep his opponent in guard - Jean Baptiste advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jean Baptiste trying to mount his opponent but Chulalongkorn defends it. #SUB#
Chulalongkorn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jean Baptiste trying to pass the guard but Chulalongkorn defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 45:50
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 45:50
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Brady Jean Baptiste 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 69
Date: Jul 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Aalto tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Aalto lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Aalto.
Aalto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aalto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste misses the body punch
and Aalto counters with a nice leg kick.
Aalto tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jean Baptiste swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jean Baptiste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Aalto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Aalto 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.
Aalto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.#CL#
Jean Baptiste moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aalto.
Aalto blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Aalto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aaltos head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aalto lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Aalto lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste pushes Aalto back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Aalto blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jean Baptiste working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste has a couple of punches blocked by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice hook to the head.
Aalto pushes Jean Baptiste back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Aalto is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Jean Baptiste can't fight it off and eventually Aalto manages to take the fight to the floor. Jean Baptiste looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Aalto looking to pass the guard.
Jean Baptiste wants to sweep here but Aalto controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aalto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jean Baptiste 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.#T2#
Jean Baptiste controlling the position.
Aalto looking to pass the guard.
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!
Jean Baptiste is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Aalto passes Jean Baptiste's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's trying to stand up.
Aalto passes to side control.
Jean Baptiste stops Aalto from passing to mount. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Aalto advances nicely into full mount. #SUB2#
Aalto jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Jean Baptiste is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jean Baptiste and Aalto has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Jean Baptiste can't do much from the bottom here.
Aalto tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jean Baptiste's legs.
Jean Baptiste is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Aalto wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jean Baptiste, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Aalto goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Jean Baptiste rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Aalto's guard! Nice work there by Jean Baptiste! #T4#
Jean Baptiste preventing the sweep.
Aalto is still trying to improve position.
Aalto lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Aalto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jean Baptiste is keeping the position for now.
Aalto is pushing down on Jean Baptiste's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jean Baptiste is fighting to maintain full guard but Aalto has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Aalto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jean Baptiste has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Aalto wants to work for an arm triangle but Jean Baptiste is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Aalto is trying to work for a kimura but Jean Baptiste is defending well.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Aalto is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Aalto dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jean Baptiste lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Jean Baptiste lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Aalto momentarily.
Aalto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste tests Aalto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Aalto takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aalto moves away.
Aalto wants to slow Jean Baptiste down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aalto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Aalto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Aalto appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Aalto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aalto buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Aalto throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jean Baptiste's head.
Good shot there by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aalto throws out the jab.
Nice jab there from Aalto.
Aalto throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aalto delivers a nice body kick.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aalto throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
A low kick from Aalto is predictable there
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fight stays on the outside here - Aalto looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Aalto shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Aalto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jean Baptiste is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Jean Baptiste seems keen to control Aalto's posture.
Jean Baptiste looking to control.
Aalto works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to get back to full guard.
Michael Aalto has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Aalto is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jean Baptiste defends it well.
Aalto trying to mount his opponent but Jean Baptiste defends it. #T3##SUB2#
Aalto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Aalto. #SUB2#
Aalto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jean Baptiste has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jean Baptiste gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jean Baptiste looking for a sweep. Not yet Jean Baptiste, not yet.
Aalto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aalto postures up.
Aalto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jean Baptiste looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Aalto passes Jean Baptiste's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jean Baptiste wants to control but Aalto is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aalto has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aalto wants to take Jean Baptiste's back but he can't do it this time.
Jean Baptiste is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Aalto moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Jean Baptiste has worked his arm free - good work by Jean Baptiste!
Aalto tries to move to mount but Jean Baptiste blocks the move with his legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Aalto throws a low kick, looking for Jean Baptiste's leg but Jean Baptiste calmly moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aalto tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jean Baptiste defends well and Aalto ends up having to push Jean Baptiste into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Aalto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Aalto lands a jab to the nose.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto with a poor takedown
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Aalto blocks it.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Aalto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to the nose.
Jean Baptiste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Michael Aalto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste catches Aalto with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste half committed to a counter leg kick.
Aalto connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Aalto.
#T1#
Aalto cracks Jean Baptiste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Aalto slaps the foot to one side.
Jean Baptiste jabs Aalto to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aalto misses with a wild body shot.
Aalto uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jean Baptiste has time to react.
Aalto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Aalto on the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Aalto.
Aalto connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aalto throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Aalto fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Aalto rushes Jean Baptiste and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aalto tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aalto blocks an uppercut.
#TD2#
Aalto gets control of Jean Baptiste's arms and successfully pulls guard. Aalto will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Jean Baptiste slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Aalto escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jean Baptiste gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Aalto has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jean Baptiste is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Aalto.
Aalto is looking to reverse the position.
Aalto manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jean Baptiste's best efforts.
Aalto wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Jean Baptiste is controlling the pace.
Aalto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jean Baptiste's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jean Baptiste's back!
Well, with Aalto on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Jean Baptiste is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Jean Baptiste is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Jean Baptiste defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Aalto's arms.
Jean Baptiste tries to escape but Aalto has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jean Baptiste holding on to Aalto's left wrist, preventing the choke. #SUB2#
Aalto is looking for the choke from the back position but Jean Baptiste is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Aalto patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4#
Jean Baptiste can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Jean Baptiste defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Aalto working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the hands but Aalto won't let him.
Jean Baptiste tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Aalto moves to his opponent's back but Jean Baptiste bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Aalto.
Aalto wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment.
Jean Baptiste pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aalto is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Brady Jean Baptiste did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Jean Baptiste blocks a low kick nicely.
Aalto goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Aalto checks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste connects with a high kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Aalto.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Aalto lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
Brady Jean Baptiste is winning the standup battle so far.
Aalto throws the kick towards the body but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Jab, jab by Jean Baptiste - just one landing.
Aalto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Aalto is out of range.
Aalto misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aalto.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Aalto flicks out a counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste steps away.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aalto moves away.
Aalto flicks out a counter leg kick but Jean Baptiste steps away.
Aalto connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Aalto is looking to chop away at Jean Baptiste's legs.
Aalto throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aalto throws out the jab.
Aalto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Aalto.
Aalto looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Jean Baptiste has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jean Baptiste there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste connects with a jab.
Aalto misses with the body kick
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Aalto didn't see that one coming.
Aalto walks into a stiff left hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks a nice hook into Aalto's ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jean Baptiste paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jean Baptiste lands a jab to Aalto's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aalto thows a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Aalto 's knee. #T2#
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aalto is looking to score with low kicks.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Aalto explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Aalto swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Aalto.
Decent striking displayed by Jean Baptiste there.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aalto scores with a hook.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Aalto's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Aalto down.
A big left from Aalto misses.
Aalto tests Jean Baptiste's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aalto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Aalto tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Aalto sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Aalto slips the punch.#T3#
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Aalto lands a head kick!
Jean Baptiste looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jean Baptiste misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Aalto connects with a looping right hand.
Jean Baptiste smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Aalto on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A leg kick checked by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Aalto slips under a jab.
Aalto swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Michael Aalto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Aalto drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Aalto has hold of Jean Baptiste's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Jean Baptiste tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Aalto cranks the arm and Jean Baptiste screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Jean Baptiste, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Michael Aalto!
Michael Aalto is the new featherweight champion!
A relieved looking Michael Aalto 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 63
Date: Jun 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabrera drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jean Baptiste defends it well.
Cabrera defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Cabrera is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cabrera uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera throws a good cross that connects.
Jean Baptiste lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Cabrera connects with a looping right hand.
Jean Baptiste cracks Cabrera with a good jab.
Cabrera throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cabrera, as that shot connected.
A punch lands to the side of Jean Baptiste 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cabrera pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Cabrera shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste pulls Cabrera in close to prevent any damage.
Cabrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cabrera stopping the sweep attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Jean Baptiste not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cabrera trying to control but Jean Baptiste is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Cabrera wants to pass the guard but Jean Baptiste is keeping the position.
Cabrera stopping the sweep attempt from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cabrera slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cabrera lands a glancing blow to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick as Cabrera jumps back.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cabrera steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circling - Jean Baptiste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cabrera looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste 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.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cabrera takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Cabrera's shoulder, as Cabrera tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste throws a front kick aimed at Cabrera's knee but Cabrera avoids it well.
Cabrera lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jean Baptiste at a distance.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Cabrera throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jean Baptiste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Cabrera looks to move away, Jean Baptiste throws a big counter combo but Cabrera just gets out of the way.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera misses with a body shot.
Cabrera keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Cabrera's head but Cabrera sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Cabrera avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cabrera misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jean Baptiste defending well as Cabrera loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Cabrera takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cabrera misses the shot to the body.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera is looking for the big counter here.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste with the inside leg kick.
Cabrera throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Cabrera throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cabrera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabrera misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Cabrera moves out of range of the leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera misses with a takedown attempt - Jean Baptiste sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cabrera misses the shot to the body.
Cabrera misses with a hook.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cabrera wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Cabrera was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Cabrera takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice uppercut lands for Cabrera. That snapped Jean Baptiste's head back.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Cabrera's body. Cabrera takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jean Baptiste defending well as Cabrera loads up on a big left hand.
Cabrera lands with a cross.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the kisser.
Cabrera bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Herve Cabrera will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Cabrera connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cabrera lands with a good body shot.
Cabrera blocks the body kick.
Cabrera just misses with a punch to the body.
Cabrera on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Cabrera swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Nice body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cabrera.
A head kick by Jean Baptiste misses
and Cabrera counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jean Baptiste!
A jab from Cabrera misses.
Jean Baptiste takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
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!
Jean Baptiste lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jab by Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Cabrera has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T1#
Cabrera throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Cabrera scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jean Baptiste in his tracks.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cabrera works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Cabrera scores with a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab, jab by Cabrera - just one landing.
Jean Baptiste listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Cabrera saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick which misses Cabrera's front leg but catches the back leg as Cabrera tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Cabrera.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cabrera lands a nice shot to the body.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cabrera is out of range and Jean Baptiste settles back down.
Cabrera looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Cabrera misses the target.
Jean Baptiste looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cabrera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Cabrera getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cabrera.
Cabrera swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cabrera throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cabrera.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Cabrera misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cabreras jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cabrera keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cabrera looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Cabrera takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cabrera on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Cabrera catches Jean Baptiste with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jean Baptiste is looking to score with low kicks.
Cabrera lands a right hook to the body.
Cabrera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Cabrera scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jean Baptiste in his tracks.
Jean Baptiste takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cabrera looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cabrera has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Herve Cabrera seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cabrera moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cabrera throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cabrera uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jean Baptiste has time to react.
Cabrera misses the jab.#T4#
Cabrera looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Cabrera misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Cabrera misses with a looping left.
Cabrera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Cabrera throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cabrera's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cabrera throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
And Jean Baptiste counters with a quick kick to the body but Cabrera blocks it.
Jean Baptiste turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
Cabrera throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Cabrera cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cabrera misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Cabrera.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Cabrera.
As Cabrera backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste stuffs the takedown.
Cabrera moves out of range as Jean Baptiste throws a body kick.
Cabrera misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Herve Cabrera showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Cabrera catches Jean Baptiste with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Cabrera ducked under it nicely.
Cabrera throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Cabrera misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste misses with a left hand
and Cabrera counters with a nice body shot.
Cabrera swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Cabrera's shoulder, as Cabrera tries to avoid the shot.
Cabrera misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Cabrera avoids it.
Cabrera tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cabrera avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cabrera takes one to the side of the head.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste. #T1#
Cabrera shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jean Baptiste as he avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jean Baptiste, as that shot connected.
Cabrera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Cabrera.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera defending well as Jean Baptiste loads up on a big left hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Cabrera blocks it.
Cabrera misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Cabrera throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Cabrera avoids it.
Cabrera lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Cabrera misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Cabrera jabs at Jean Baptiste's body.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A left lands for Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into Cabrera's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cabrera misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Cabrera swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Cabrera's leg. Cabrera is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Cabrera moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Cabrera's body.
Cabrera avoids the head kick by Jean Baptiste.
A swing and a miss from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Cabrera feints the counter takedown.
Cabrera slips under a jab.
Cabrera swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Cabrera saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste needs to keep his hands up - Cabrera had a free shot at his head there.#T3#
Cabrera takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste scores with a spinning back kick!
Cabrera uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Cabrera misses with a looping right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jean Baptiste darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jean Baptiste feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cabreras jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Herve Cabrera seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cabrera misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cabrera takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cabrera feints the counter takedown.
Cabrera takes one to the side of the head.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jean Baptiste there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Cabrera throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cabrera lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cabrera connects with a looping right hand.
Cabrera takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Cabrera jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cabrera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cabrera throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Cabrera misses the shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cabrera just manages to avoid it.
Cabrera has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cabrera throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Cabrera avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Brady Jean Baptiste did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Jean Baptiste jabs Cabrera to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Cabrera misses the target.
Cabrera throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste lands a really nice looking cross but Cabrera seems unphased.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Cabrera blocks it.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jean Baptiste takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Cabrera.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cabrera thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cabrera looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Cabrera misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cabrera.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Good shot there by Cabrera.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Cabrera uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Cabrera with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cabrera throws a body shot but no joy.
Cabrera misses with a looping right.
A jab from Cabrera does it's job there.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Cabrera.
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Cabrera uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Cabrera slips under a jab.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cabrera takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Cabrera ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cabrera avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tests Cabrera's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Cabrera swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Cabrera throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Cabrera avoids it easily.
Cabrera is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Cabrera slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
Cabrera waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Cabrera scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Cabrera scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cabrera throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Cabrera misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste throws a body punch but Cabrera moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Cabrera shoots in looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cabrera's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The crowd cheers as Cabrera lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem phased though.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste cracks Cabrera with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cabrera misses with the combination.
Cabrera rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cabrera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabrera throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a thumping low kick. #T4#
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Jean Baptiste throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cabrera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
A jab from Cabrera does it's job there.
Cabrera walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Cabrera moves away and avoids it.
Cabrera checks a low kick from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera unleashes a big counter combination but Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Cabrera throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste tried to counter with a leg kick but Cabrera avoided it.
Cabrera misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a big head kick but Cabrera shrugs it off.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste had his way with Herve Cabrera in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cabrera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cabrera works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cabrera moves away.
Cabrera dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!
Cabrera checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cabrera doesn't seem bothered though.
A solid body kick from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Cabrera ducked under it nicely.
A leg kick checked by Cabrera.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cabrera throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Cabrera takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Cabrera was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Cabrera slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the body.
Cabrera throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cabrera throws a combination. Jean Baptiste tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Cabrera missing with a left hand there. Jean Baptiste was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cabrera misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Cabrera's belly button to the back.
Cabrera shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side.
Jean Baptiste's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cabrera under the eye.
Cabrera steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cabrera has time to react.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cabrera looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Cabrera tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cabrera looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cabrera looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Cabrera connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean Baptiste momentarily.
Jean Baptiste throws a lazy body kick
and Cabrera counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cabrera misses with a left hand
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Cabrera does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cabrera takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
A punch combination from Cabrera misses.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jean Baptiste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping left.
Cabrera feints the counter takedown.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but Cabrera sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Cabrera lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Cabrera on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
Cabrera scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cabrera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste cracks Cabrera with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Cabrera steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Cabrera lands with an uppercut that bounces Jean Baptiste off the cage and back into range.#T4#
Jean Baptiste lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cabrera bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cabrera scores with a punch to the head.
Cabrera misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cabrera throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cabrera throws a body punch but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Cabrera cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabrera misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cabrera swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Cabrera misses its intended target.
Cabrera looks to throw the jab but Jean Baptiste is out of range.
Cabrera moves out of range of the strikes.
Cabrera tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cabrera is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Cabrera uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 49:47
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 48:47
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Brady Jean Baptiste 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 56
Date: Apr 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Aalto walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jean Baptiste checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aalto throws a hook but Jean Baptiste blocks it.
Jean Baptiste wants to slow Aalto down by chopping away at his legs.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aalto misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Aalto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aalto moves away.
A jab from Jean Baptiste finds it's way through Aalto's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick which misses Aalto's front leg but catches the back leg as Aalto tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste's coach down at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jean Baptiste's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Aalto on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jean Baptiste. Jean Baptiste obviously looking to wear him down.
#TD#
Aalto shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Aalto wants to work for an arm triangle but Jean Baptiste is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1#
Aalto is just content to waste time from the top position. Jean Baptiste takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Jean Baptiste looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Aalto 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.
Jean Baptiste 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.#SUB#
Aalto postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jean Baptiste is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aalto, into his guard. #REVB#
Aalto wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Aalto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Aalto throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Aalto being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Jean Baptiste has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Aalto tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Aalto working for a triangle but Jean Baptiste defends it easily.
Jean Baptiste controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jean Baptiste is looking to stand up but Aalto won't let him. #SUB#
Aalto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jean Baptiste manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Aalto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jean Baptiste manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Aalto looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Aalto can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jean Baptiste controls the pace.
Jean Baptiste must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jean Baptiste wants to control from the top but Aalto keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jean Baptiste cracks Aalto with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Aalto's head but Aalto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aalto throws a quick counter kick to the body but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Aalto scores with a leg kick.
Aalto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a body shot that misses
and Aalto counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste scores with a kick to the midsection.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aalto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aalto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste lands a glancing blow to the side of Aalto's head.
Aalto throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Aalto's head but Aalto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Aalto throws a chopping leg kick but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Aalto throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for a 1-2. Jean Baptiste obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Aalto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Aalto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a shot to the body.
Brady Jean Baptiste seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
Aalto throws a head kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
A jab from Jean Baptiste finds it's way through Aalto's defenses.
Aalto throws a low kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Aalto lands a jab to the nose.
Aalto shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jean Baptiste but Jean Baptiste pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Aalto smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aalto on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination that misses
and Aalto counters with a good low kick that Jean Baptiste was not able to check.
Aalto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Aalto throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste cracks Aalto with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Aalto saw that one coming.
Aalto clobbers Jean Baptiste with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aalto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aalto with a body shot.
Aalto tries to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aalto misses with a lunging right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a series of strikes. Aalto will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Aalto's leg. Aalto is trying to keep his angry face on.
Aalto misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Aalto.#T3#
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Aalto strikes.
A head kick misses from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste is trying to counter with his kicks.
Aalto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aalto checks a leg kick.
Aalto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Aalto at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Aalto throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Aalto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Aalto throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Aalto loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste connects with a good right hand that stumbles Aalto. Aalto circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice sprawl there from Jean Baptiste as Aalto shoots in.#T4#
Aalto lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Aalto.
A bone on bone clash there as Aalto blocks the leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Aalto tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aalto tries to close the distance and clinch but Jean Baptiste swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aalto throws a leg kick which misses Jean Baptiste's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Aalto.
Aalto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Aalto clinches with his opponent.
A short right from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste digs a right hand into Aalto's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aalto's gas tank.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aalto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Aalto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Aalto didn't see that one coming.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aalto seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Jean Baptiste will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Aalto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aalto with a nice cross.
Jean Baptiste connects with a body shot that sends Aalto's belly button to the back.
Jean Baptiste blocks a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Aalto avoids it.
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste with the inside leg kick.
A big left from Aalto misses. #T1#
Aalto with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jean Baptiste to score with a decent uppercut.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Aalto misses with a takedown attempt - Jean Baptiste sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Aalto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jean Baptiste's waist but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aalto off to one side.
It seemed like Jean Baptiste was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Aalto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jean Baptiste delivers a nice body kick.
Aalto misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aalto looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Aalto closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aalto throws out the jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Aalto dips to his left and cracks Jean Baptiste with an uppercut!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aalto scores with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Aalto is out of range.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aalto.
Aalto was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Aalto just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice cross by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side.
Aalto is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Aalto slaps the foot to one side.
Aalto tries to counter with a takedown but Jean Baptiste is quick to defend against it.
Aalto attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body.
Aalto takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Aalto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
A slow jab from Aalto misses its intended target.
A good leg kick by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto slips under a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto ducks under a wild hook from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Aalto plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Aalto closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Aalto throws a lazy body kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Aalto shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Aalto drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jean Baptiste looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jean Baptiste looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jean Baptiste! #REVB##T4#
Jean Baptiste is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Jean Baptiste is looking to take a break and control but Aalto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Aalto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jean Baptiste wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Aalto is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste really dominated that round.
That's time! Aalto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Jean Baptiste takes one to the chin there.
Aalto throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Aalto only half commits.
Aalto throws a lazy right hand but Jean Baptiste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aalto throws a nice outside leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Jean Baptiste, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste lands a head shot.
Donk. Aalto catches Jean Baptiste right on the button with a cross.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy right hand. Aalto should have avoided that one.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aalto throws a front kick aimed at Jean Baptiste's knee but Jean Baptiste avoids it well.
Aalto walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto throws a leg kick
and Aalto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick but Aalto moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aalto tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Aalto tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Jean Baptiste is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Aalto throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Aalto.
Aalto misses with a straight left.
An inside leg kick lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Aalto.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range as Aalto strikes.
Jean Baptiste throws a push kick but Aalto slaps the foot to one side.
Aalto was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Aalto.
Aalto misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Aalto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T2#
Aalto throws a sloppy head kick and Jean Baptiste moves out of range easily.
Aalto misses with a low kick as Jean Baptiste jumps back.
A punch lands to the side of Aalto 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aalto tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Aalto.#TD#
Aalto scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jean Baptiste tries to buck Aalto off but Aalto is having none of it.
Michael Aalto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jean Baptiste sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Jean Baptiste manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Jean Baptiste is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Aalto drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jean Baptiste manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Aalto has Jean Baptiste in his guard.#REVB##T3#
Aalto wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment.
Aalto keeping moving, preventing Jean Baptiste from controlling successfully.
Jean Baptiste's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jean Baptiste trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jean Baptiste looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Aalto has his foot on Jean Baptiste's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jean Baptiste works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Aalto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jean Baptiste can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Aalto wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Aalto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jean Baptiste defends well.
Jean Baptiste sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Aalto's guard.
Aalto is looking to improve his position.
Jean Baptiste is taking a breather. Aalto says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aalto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Aalto is able to avoid easily.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Aalto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
Aalto looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aalto moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aalto blocks a head kick by Jean Baptiste.
Aalto shoots in but no luck this time.
Aalto misses with a straight right.
Aalto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Aalto throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Nice body kick there by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Aalto ducked under it nicely.
As Jean Baptiste backs away, Aalto returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook.
Aalto changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste tries to avoid it but Aalto manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jean Baptiste to the ground. Jean Baptiste escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Aalto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jean Baptiste scoring well with a low kick there.
Jean Baptiste throws a right and a left that Aalto avoids nicely.
A swing and a miss from Aalto.
Jean Baptiste connects with a jab.
Aalto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto attempts a counter takedown but Jean Baptiste avoids it well and moves away.
Aalto takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Aalto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Jean Baptiste stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jean Baptiste wants it to stay on the feet.
Aalto will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aalto.#T2#
Aalto tries a head kick but it misses.
Aalto shoots in but Jean Baptiste avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste lands a head shot.
Aalto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jean Baptiste lands with a hook. Aalto tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste blocks a head kick by Aalto.
That kick from Jean Baptiste tenderised Aalto's leg. Aalto is trying to keep his angry face on.
Aalto avoids the body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Aalto lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jean Baptiste lands with a straight right. Aalto didn't see that one coming.
Jean Baptiste scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aalto in his tracks.
Aalto tries to clinch up.#T3#
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aalto.
Aalto throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aalto with a body shot.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Aalto crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jean Baptiste - the referee stops the clock and Aalto gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jean Baptiste. Aalto manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aalto throws out the jab.
Nice sprawl there from Jean Baptiste as Aalto shoots in.
Aalto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Aalto moves forwards but Jean Baptiste connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jean Baptiste clobbers Aalto with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Aalto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Aalto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aalto tries to land a body kick
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste cracks Aalto with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Aalto momentarily.
Aalto lands a nice shot that snaps Jean Baptiste's head back.
Aalto throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Good exchange - Jean Baptiste coming out on top.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Aalto lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jean Baptiste has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jean Baptiste and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jean Baptiste throws a looping overhand right but Aalto ducks down to avoid it.
Aalto throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aalto misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste lands a front kick.
Aalto misses with a body shot.
Aalto tries a low kick but Jean Baptiste avoids it.
Nice uppercut lands for Jean Baptiste. That snapped Aalto's head back.
Aalto throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jean Baptiste connects with an inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 45:50
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 45:50
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Brady Jean Baptiste 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 51
Date: Apr 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Cabrera throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cabrera pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Cabrera does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cabrera swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Cabrera lands the left hand.
Cabrera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jean Baptiste.
The fighters circling - Cabrera throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cabrera scores with a hook to the body. Jean Baptiste takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cabrera takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Cabrera moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.
Jean Baptiste connects with the punch.
Jean Baptiste lets loose with a powerful body kick. Cabrera will feel that in the morning.
Cabrera dives in and grabs Jean Baptiste's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jean Baptiste pushes down on Cabrera's head and hops out.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cabrera.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cabrera scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Cabrera has a takedown stuffed.
Jean Baptiste appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cabrera has been working on his balance at FF Forever, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Cabrera loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. Cabrera does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab, jab by Cabrera - just one landing.
Jean Baptiste avoids the body shot from Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Cabrera moved out of range nicely.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cabrera swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cabrera blocks a jab.
A jab from Cabrera misses.
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cabrera sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste works Cabrera's body with a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cabrera swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Cabrera's body.
Cabrera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cabrera scores with a decent looking hook.
Cabrera fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cabrera throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jean Baptiste connects with a single shot there.
Cabrera throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Cabrera looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Cabrera bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cabrera throws a sloppy body shot
and Jean Baptiste counters with a low kick, right behind Cabrera 's knee.
Cabrera displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jean Baptiste throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Cabrera is just out of range.
Cabrera slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cabrera takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Cabrera throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Cabrera is in Jean Baptiste's guard.#T3#
Cabrera is looking to work some ground and pound but Jean Baptiste has wrist control.
Jean Baptiste looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cabrera is one step ahead there.
Cabrera has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jean Baptiste preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jean Baptiste is adopting a defensive guard.
Jean Baptiste is trying to keep Cabrera in close.
Jean Baptiste has his hands on Cabrera's head, controlling the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jean Baptiste wants to sweep here but Cabrera controlling him for the moment.
Jean Baptiste is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Cabrera is fighting to break Jean Baptiste's control of his arms but Jean Baptiste is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jean Baptiste throws a series of punches but Cabrera moves out of range.
Herve Cabrera seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cabrera loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A punch lands to the side of Jean Baptiste 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab when Cabrera was well out of range.
The fighters circling - Cabrera throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cabrera takes a swing at Jean Baptiste's ribcage but misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jean Baptiste misses with the combination.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
Cabrera looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jean Baptiste is fending him off so far but Cabrera persists. Nope, Jean Baptiste circles away and we're back to standing.
A swing and a miss from Jean Baptiste.
A low kick lands for Jean Baptiste.
#TD#
Cabrera shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jean Baptiste is trying to defend but Cabrera finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cabrera not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Cabrera is keen to just control but Jean Baptiste is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Cabrera 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.
Cabrera thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Jean Baptiste has his hands clasped together around Cabrera's back. He's all about the action.
Cabrera throwing shots but Jean Baptiste is blocking nicely.
Jean Baptiste keeping control of the position.
Jean Baptiste wants to get back to full guard.
Jean Baptiste is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cabrera's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cabrera's back!
Jean Baptiste controlling the position well here. Cabrera rolled but Jean Baptiste kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T2#
Cabrera trying to control the action but Jean Baptiste just sinks the hooks in.
Cabrera is keeping busy.
Jean Baptiste really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Cabrera.
Cabrera tries to escape but Jean Baptiste has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Cabrera looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Cabrera is trying to break free.
#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jean Baptiste controlling the position well here. Cabrera rolled but Jean Baptiste kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Jean Baptiste somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Jean Baptiste slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Cabrera tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Jean Baptiste controlling the position easily from mount.
Cabrera really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cabrera is trying desperately to improve position.
Jean Baptiste controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cabrera tries to hold on but Jean Baptiste pushes him away.
Cabrera is trying to escape the mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Jean Baptiste uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cabrera.
Herve Cabrera has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cabrera takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jean Baptiste scores with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cabrera throws a looping overhand right but Jean Baptiste ducks down to avoid it.
Cabrera throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste with a nice calf kick.
Cabrera takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and clinches.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Cabrera uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste trying to land knees to the body.
Cabrera drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jean Baptiste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook that snaps the head of Cabrera backwards.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Cabrera tries to circle away but Jean Baptiste has him pinned against the cage.
Cabrera has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jean Baptiste prevents Cabrera from breaking the clinch.
Cabrera jumps guard but Jean Baptiste turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Cabrera wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD#
Cabrera has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jean Baptiste uses from the top position.
Jean Baptiste wants to control from the top but Cabrera keeps moving.
Jean Baptiste postures up.
#SUB#
Cabrera looking for a guillotine here but Jean Baptiste defends easily.
#SUB#
Cabrera throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jean Baptiste uses it to pass to side control.
Cabrera is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The referee asks Jean Baptiste politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jean Baptiste prefers to stall for the moment though.
Cabrera tries to bench press Jean Baptiste off him but Jean Baptiste keeps the position.
Jean Baptiste staying calm.
Let's hope that Jean Baptiste has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Cabrera gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Jean Baptiste wants to take a breather but Cabrera is having none of it.
Jean Baptiste is thwarting Cabrera's attempts to control the position.
Jean Baptiste trying to control the action but Cabrera is working from the bottom. #T3#
Cabrera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jean Baptiste sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Cabrera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jean Baptiste looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cabrera pulls Jean Baptiste in to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jean Baptiste stopping the sweep attempt from Cabrera.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Jean Baptiste engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Cabrera moved away.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A quick step to the side and Cabrera tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cabrera lands a head shot.
Brady Jean Baptiste is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cabrera bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Cabrera drops his hands momentarily and Jean Baptiste takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Cabrera misses the target.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cabrera uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jean Baptiste has time to react.#CUT#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cabrera rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Jean Baptiste to counter with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cabrera.
Jean Baptiste lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Baptiste slips under a jab from Cabrera.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Brady Jean Baptiste.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
Our winner, Brady Jean Baptiste, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 47
Date: Mar 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Villarreal connects with a jab.#CL#
Jean Baptiste has managed to clinch.
Jean Baptiste makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Villarreal fails to land. #BC2#
Villarreal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Villarreal connects with a looping right hand.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Villarreal attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Villarreal moves away from the strike by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a big shot that misses.
Villarreal pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range and Villarreal settles back down.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but Villarreal avoids it.
Carlos Villarreal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Villarreal attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Villarreal throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Villarreal connects with a solid leg kick.
Villarreal throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste throws a wild body kick that Villarreal sees coming a mile off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Villarreal throws a wild body kick that Jean Baptiste sees coming a mile off.
Jean Baptiste takes one on the button.
Villarreal fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jean Baptiste has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Villarreal misses with a straight left. #T1#
Villarreal misses with a straight left.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Villarreal manages to avoid it.
No joy there for Villarreal, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Villarreal misses with a hook.
Nice straight punches there by Villarreal. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Villarreal.
Villarreal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Villarreal's ribcage but misses.
Villarreal throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jean Baptiste on the side of the head.
A slow jab from Jean Baptiste misses its intended target.
Villarreal wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Villarreal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Villarreal with a hook.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut. Villarreal saw that one coming.
Villarreal misses with a few strikes there.
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Villarreal is looking to slow Jean Baptiste down with leg kicks.
Villarreal throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jean Baptiste is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a looping right.
Villarreal throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste feints and then cracks Villarreal's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Villarreal down.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Villarreal throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Villarreal moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
Villarreal throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal misses with a straight left.
Villarreal throws a series of punches but Jean Baptiste avoids them all with ease.
Villarreal steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jean Baptiste. That one must have hurt.
Villarreal lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean Baptiste's sensitive parts.
A looping hook to the body misses from Villarreal. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste catches Villarreal with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste dodges the punch combination from Villarreal.
Villarreal looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands momentarily and Villarreal takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Villarreal.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Villarreal! But no joy.
Jean Baptiste throws a body shot but no joy.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a front kick but Villarreal steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Villarreal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jean Baptiste stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Villarreal thumps Jean Baptiste with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a solid leg kick but Villarreal takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal connects with a single shot there.
Villarreal on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste loads up on a big right hand but Villarreal slips the punch.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jean Baptiste tries to counter by clinching up but Villarreal breaks away and moves out of range.
Villarreal is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jean Baptiste had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
A clash of legs there as Villarreal blocks the low kick.
A little jabbing left from Villarreal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Villarreal throws a jab but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste. #T4#
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Good work by Villarreal as he checks the leg kick.
Villarreal finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A clash of legs there as Jean Baptiste blocks the low kick.
Villarreal looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Villarreal.
Villarreal motions for Jean Baptiste to come forward. Villarreal throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Villarreal's body. Villarreal takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a body kick but Villarreal moved away.
Jean Baptiste lands with a nice body kick.
A big left from Jean Baptiste misses.
Villarreal misses with the combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Villarreal on the side of the head.
Villarreal misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Villarreal misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Villarreal throws a leg kick but Jean Baptiste checks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Carlos Villarreal will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Villarreal lands a really nice looking cross but Jean Baptiste seems unphased.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste misses with a straight right.
Jean Baptiste connects with a solid leg kick.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Villarreal takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Villarreal looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
It looked like Jean Baptiste wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Villarreal staying out of range there.
Villarreal avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Villarreal.
Villarreal cracks Jean Baptiste with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jean Baptiste lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Villarreal at a distance.
Jean Baptiste lands the left hand.
Villarreal misses with a looping right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Villarreal's head but Villarreal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste cracks Villarreal with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jean Baptiste misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste checks a leg kick. #CL#
Jean Baptiste moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1##BC2#
Villarreal manages to break the clinch.
Villarreal misses with a wild combination.
Villarreal throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Carlos Villarreal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Villarreal walks into a stiff left hand from Jean Baptiste.
Good standup being displayed there by Villarreal as he connects with a hook.
Villarreal works Jean Baptiste's body with a nice hook.
Jean Baptiste throws a shot from downtown. Villarreal moves away and avoids it.
Villarreal misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Villarreal moved out of range nicely.
Villarreal thows a left - swing and a miss!
Villarreal tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste is looking to land body kicks.
Villarreal throws a right hand that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Villarreal tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters circling a little - Jean Baptiste finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Jean Baptiste has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Villarreal.
The fighters circling - Villarreal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Villarreal connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jean Baptiste's hands.
Villarreal gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Villarreal throws out the jab.
Villarreal throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Villarreal lands an overhand right.
Villarreal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jean Baptiste fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jean Baptiste swings for the body but Villarreal moves out of range.
Villarreal shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jean Baptiste eats them both and turns towards Villarreal to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Villarreal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste walks into a jab.
Jean Baptiste does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Villarreal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Villarreal throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Villarreal thuds a left hand into Jean Baptiste's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Villarreal misses the target. #T3#
An inside leg kick from Villarreal misses.
Villarreal ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean Baptiste moves away.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Villarreal throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A shot to the liver by Jean Baptiste. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste scores with a kick to the midsection.
Villarreal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Villarreal manages to avoid it.
A big left from Villarreal misses.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Villarreal avoids it.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jean Baptiste - that will leave a mark!
Villarreal steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jean Baptiste. That one must have hurt.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Villarreal lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Villarreal jabs Jean Baptiste to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Villarreal.#T4#
Jean Baptiste misses with a kick to the body.
Villarreal misses with a double jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Jean Baptiste is looking to chop away at Villarreal's legs.
Jean Baptiste connects with a jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Villarreal's head but Villarreal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from Villarreal.
Villarreal with the inside leg kick.
Villarreal has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jean Baptiste slips a jab from Villarreal.
Villarreal lands a jab to Jean Baptiste's midsection.
Villarreal clobbers Jean Baptiste with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Villarreal misses with an uppercut. Jean Baptiste saw that one coming.
Jean Baptiste tried to score with a low kick but Villarreal checks it.
Villarreal appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste throws out a loose jab but Villarreal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Villarreal staying out of range there.
Villarreal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice shot by Villarreal.
Villarreal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste throws a low kick but it's checked well by Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jean Baptiste tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Villarreal is able to avoid easily.
Villarreal throws a right hand that Jean Baptiste ducks under and follows up with a left that Jean Baptiste also avoids with ease.
Jean Baptiste moves out of range of the leg kick from Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Villarreal swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Villarreal throws a hook but Jean Baptiste avoids it easily.
Jean Baptiste appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jean Baptiste smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a right hand but Villarreal moved out of range.
Jean Baptiste with a nice cross.
Jean Baptiste slips a straight right by Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab from Villarreal misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Villarreal takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T1#
Villarreal swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jean Baptiste takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jean Baptiste is looking to clinch.
Villarreal scores with a jab. Jean Baptiste acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A left lands for Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Villarreal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Villarreal swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jean Baptiste ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Villarreal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jean Baptiste.
#CL#
Jean Baptiste closes the distance and pushes Villarreal back into the cage.
Villarreal will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jean Baptiste up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste - that landed with a thud.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch.
Jean Baptiste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste works on Villarreal's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Villarreal's elbow.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Villarreal blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Villarreal.
Jean Baptiste lands with a light punch inside.
Villarreal prevents a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal tries to circle away but Jean Baptiste has him pinned against the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands a right hand.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Villarreal avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste is working Villarreal over against the cage.
Villarreal has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal is trying to force a seperation but Jean Baptiste has the dominant position.
Villarreal blocking some punches.
Jean Baptiste is working Villarreal over against the cage.
Villarreal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Villarreal working hard to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste scores with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shot to the side of Villarreal's head.
Villarreal looking to slow down the pace here.
Jean Baptiste lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Villarreal backwards. #T3#
Jean Baptiste trying to stall but Villarreal improves his position.
Jean Baptiste lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Villarreal tries to break the clinch but Jean Baptiste is controlling the position.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Villarreal misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Villarreal.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Villarreal blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Villarreal as the two fighters clinch.
Jean Baptiste is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jean Baptiste scores with a shoulder strike.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Villarreal controls the action.
Jean Baptiste is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Villarreal avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste pushes Villarreal back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste. #T4#
Villarreal has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brady Jean Baptiste has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Villarreal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Villarreal throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Villarreal.
Still in the clinch, Villarreal scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Villarreal misses with a short punch on the inside.
Villarreal's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
Villarreal is working Jean Baptiste over against the cage.
Jean Baptiste tries to throw a body punch but Villarreal avoids it by throwing Jean Baptiste back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jean Baptiste pushes Villarreal back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Villarreal swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Villarreal breaks from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
An out of breath Brady Jean Baptiste 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 39
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Jean Baptiste avoids the head kick by Kongsangchai.
As Kongsangchai backs away, Jean Baptiste returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jean Baptiste lands with a kick to the temple. Kongsangchai shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Akara Kongsangchai has been cut.
Jean Baptiste has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Kongsangchai tries a head kick but it misses.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter punch.
Jean Baptiste swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Akara Kongsangchai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste lands a leg kick that knocks Kongsangchai off balance momentarily.
Kongsangchai's corner calls for a 1-2. Kongsangchai obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2#
Kongsangchai has closed the distance and engaged Jean Baptiste in a clinch.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Kongsangchai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kongsangchai throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jean Baptiste blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Kongsangchai controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kongsangchai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Kongsangchai lands a shoulder strike.
Kongsangchai working aggressively here.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste stalling the fight.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Jean Baptiste struggles to land a body shot inside as Kongsangchai controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kongsangchai lands with a short shot to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jean Baptiste blocks an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kongsangchai working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kongsangchai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jean Baptiste pushes Kongsangchai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kongsangchai throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kongsangchai's elbow. #T2#
Jean Baptiste lands a shot to the body.
Kongsangchai misses with the head strike.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste gets through Kongsangchai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands with a right to the head.
Kongsangchai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kongsangchai lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kongsangchai is looking to control Jean Baptiste's arms but Jean Baptiste gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kongsangchai has his back to the cage.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A shot in the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kongsangchai throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Kongsangchai struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kongsangchai blocks an uppercut.
Kongsangchai tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kongsangchai blocks an uppercut.
Kongsangchai tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Kongsangchai back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T3#
A body shot lands from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Kongsangchai on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Kongsangchai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Kongsangchai controls the action.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kongsangchai - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kongsangchai.
A shot in the inside from Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jean Baptiste blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Jean Baptiste manages to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight on the outside.
Kongsangchai is looking to clinch but Jean Baptiste is avoiding it.
An attempted straight right counter from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
A head kick by Kongsangchai misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with an outside leg kick.
#CL2#
Kongsangchai clinches up against the cage.#T4#
Jean Baptiste lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jean Baptiste misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jean Baptiste creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
#BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jean Baptiste throws the kick towards the body but Kongsangchai avoids it.#CL2#
Kongsangchai instigates a clinch.
Kongsangchai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kongsangchai blocks a body shot from Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai trying to land knees to the body.
Kongsangchai lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kongsangchai avoids it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kongsangchai throws an elbow but misses.
Jean Baptiste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kongsangchai working aggressively here.
Kongsangchai misses with a punch to the body.
Kongsangchai scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Kongsangchai with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kongsangchai.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Brady Jean Baptiste will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Akara Kongsangchai's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste misses with a hook. Kongsangchai ducked under it nicely.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jean Baptiste is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kongsangchai works the jab nicely.
Kongsangchai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jean Baptiste paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jean Baptiste connects with a looping right hand.
Kongsangchai scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jean Baptiste doesn't seem bothered though.
Kongsangchai throws a sloppy head kick
and Kongsangchai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kongsangchai has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut
and Kongsangchai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kongsangchai fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean Baptiste jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Jab by Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T1#
Kongsangchai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai doesn't manage to clinch there - Jean Baptiste circles away.
Jean Baptiste quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jean Baptiste finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Jean Baptiste counters with a series of strikes. Kongsangchai will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC#Kongsangchai is rocked!
Kongsangchai tries to clinch up
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kongsangchai is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?#T2#
Jean Baptiste throws a leg kick that misses.
Kongsangchai seems to have recovered his senses.
Kongsangchai ducks right into an uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from Kongsangchai.
A head kick misses from Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body kick.
Good work by Kongsangchai as he checks the leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Kongsangchai blocks the low kick.
Kongsangchai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kongsangchai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste scores with a push kick.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Kongsangchai taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jean Baptiste.
A nice left hand lands by Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Jean Baptiste tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Kongsangchai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kongsangchai tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kongsangchai throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kongsangchai swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Kongsangchai controls the action.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste throws a punch but it's blocked by Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste can't find room to land a body shot as Kongsangchai controls the action.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tries to work over Kongsangchai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kongsangchai using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jean Baptiste has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kongsangchai using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jean Baptiste has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jean Baptiste. #T4#
Kongsangchai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kongsangchai throws out a leg kick but Jean Baptiste moves out of range and Kongsangchai only half commits.
Jean Baptiste looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kongsangchai doesn't manage to clinch there - Jean Baptiste circles away.
#CL2#
Kongsangchai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai tries to land knees in the clinch but Jean Baptiste avoids the damage to the body.
Jean Baptiste presses Kongsangchai against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from Jean Baptiste.
Kongsangchai misses with the head strike.
Kongsangchai throws an elbow but it misses.
Jean Baptiste stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kongsangchai is breathing heavily.
Kongsangchai has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kongsangchai taking a breather.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste blocks a body shot from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai has a couple of punches blocked by Jean Baptiste.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Jean Baptiste dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Akara Kongsangchai'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#
Jean Baptiste misses the shot to the body.
As Jean Baptiste backs off Kongsangchai throws a huge counter combo but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it all.
Jean Baptiste dodges the punch combination from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai misses with a head kick.
Jean Baptiste swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jean Baptiste takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jean Baptiste is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kongsangchai can do to turn this around?#KD#
Jean Baptiste drops Kongsangchai with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kongsangchai looks back up at him and smiles so Jean Baptiste waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Jean Baptiste swats away the attempt to clinch by Kongsangchai.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut, right on the button! Kongsangchai 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 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brady Jean Baptiste!
A victorious Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
SPPS 33 - New Year Bash
Date: Jan 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Red ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Red throws a poor cross that misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a three punch combo that has Red backing up. Red nods at Jean Baptiste to acknowledge the strikes.
Red throws an off balance right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Red scores with the left hand. Jean Baptiste knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheers as Jean Baptiste lands an impressive looking overhand right. Red doesn't seem phased though.
Red throws the left hand but Jean Baptiste avoids the punch easily.
Jean Baptiste tries a head kick but it misses.
Red blocks a jab.
Red closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste circles away.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Red throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Red on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Red throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Red misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Red throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Red tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jean Baptiste was well out of range. Poor timing from Red.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Red throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Red swings for the body but Jean Baptiste moves out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a left hand but Red moved out of range nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the side of Red's head but Red sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Red keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jean Baptiste moves away from the strike by Red.
Red uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Red misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Jean Baptiste misses.#T2#
Red thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jean Baptiste looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Red. Jean Baptiste does a little dance to reset his feet.
Red loads up on a big right hand but Jean Baptiste slips the punch.
Jean Baptiste punishes Red's body with a nice straight punch.
Jean Baptiste throws an overhand right that lands on Red's shoulder, as Red tries to avoid the shot.
Red swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jean Baptiste lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Red lands a body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but Red is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Red swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Jean Baptiste lands a head shot.#ROC2#Red is rocked!
Jean Baptiste fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Oh Red is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jean Baptiste keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste lands an uppercut, right on the button! Red 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 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brady Jean Baptiste!
A victorious Brady Jean Baptiste 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:
Empire: Cage Wars
Date: Sep 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jean Baptiste misses with a body punch
and The Animal counters with a stiff right hand.
Jean Baptiste misses the body punch
and The Animal counters with a straight right hand.
The Animal uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
The Animal looks to score with a jab to the body but Jean Baptiste is just out of range.
Jean Baptiste thuds his right hand into The Animal's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jean Baptiste looks to score with a jab to the body but The Animal is just out of range.
The Animal throwing a counter right hand but Jean Baptiste manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jean Baptiste connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jean Baptiste. The Animal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jean Baptiste looks to land a combination but The Animal avoids it well.
The Animal slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
An attempted straight right counter from The Animal misses the target.
The Animal misses with an uppercut
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste misses with an uppercut
and The Animal counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Jean Baptiste lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jean Baptiste 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.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Jean Baptiste throws a right and a left that The Animal avoids nicely.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean Baptiste scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jean Baptiste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jean Baptiste misses the jab.
It looked like The Animal was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from The Animal.
Jean Baptiste ducks under a wild hook from The Animal.
Nice shot by Jean Baptiste.
The Animal misses with a straight left.
The Animal checks a leg kick. #T2#
The Animal lands a nice looking body shot.
The Animal has been working on his boxing with his coaches at - TRŘID in the buildup to the fight.
The Animal takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jean Baptiste fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Animal manages to avoid it.
Jean Baptiste misses with a lunging right hand
and The Animal counters with a nice uppercut.
The Animal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a right hand that The Animal ducks under and follows up with a left that The Animal also avoids with ease.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab. The Animal acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but The Animal blocks it.
The Animal dodges the punch combination from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Jean Baptiste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A shot to the body from The Animal misses
and Jean Baptiste counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The Animal lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand. #ROC2#The Animal is rocked!
Jean Baptiste drops The Animal with a straight right hand, right on the button! Jean Baptiste follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Empire: XIII
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Little misses with an uppercut
letting Jean Baptiste counter with a right hand.
Little throws a big shot that misses.
Jean Baptiste throwing a counter right hand but Little manages to avoid it.
Little misses with a straight left.
Little misses the jab.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
A big right from Little misses.
Jean Baptiste walks into a straight right hand from Little.
Samuel Little seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Little was well out of range. Poor timing from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste throws a sloppy body shot
and Little counters with a stiff right hand.
Little misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Little misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Little takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Jean Baptiste.
Little misses with a hook
and Jean Baptiste makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jean Baptiste misses with a wild body shot.
Little throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Little moves away.
A cross from Little lands.
Little uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Little misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Little swings widly with a right hand
and Little takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Samuel Little has been cut.
Little scores with a nice head shot.
Jean Baptiste staying out of range there.
Little scores with a shot to the body.
Little getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Little swings widly with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a straight right hand.
Little has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Little throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Little throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Little lands a jab to Jean Baptiste's midsection.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Jean Baptiste clinches with his opponent.
A short right from Jean Baptiste on the inside.
Jean Baptiste tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Little's elbow.
Little throws a head punch that misses.
Jean Baptiste lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Little.
Jean Baptiste prevents Little from breaking the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Jean Baptiste scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jean Baptiste lands a hook that snaps the head of Little backwards. #ROC#Little is rocked!
Jean Baptiste lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Little is still on wobbly legs! Can Jean Baptiste finish him?
Jean Baptiste lands a left hand that snaps the head of Little backwards.
Jean Baptiste creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Little's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Little drops to his knees and Jean Baptiste pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brady Jean Baptiste!
Brady Jean Baptiste opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see. |
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Event:
Empire: XI
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Takahashi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big left from Takahashi misses.
Takahashi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've been told by Jean Baptiste's head coaches at Steroids Athletic that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Takahashi.
Takahashi moves out of range as Jean Baptiste strikes.#CL2#
Takahashi closes the distance and clinches.
Takahashi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Takahashi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow.
Takahashi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Takahashi - that landed with a thud.
Takahashi lands a hook that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Jean Baptiste is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jean Baptiste working hard to break the clinch.
Takahashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Jean Baptiste has had enough of the clinch but Takahashi keeps him there for the moment.
Takahashi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jean Baptiste's efforts to push away.
Jean Baptiste effectively controlling the action here.
Takahashi tries for a takedown. No joy.
Takahashi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jean Baptiste is trying to force a seperation but Takahashi has the dominant position.#BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
Takahashi slips a straight right by Jean Baptiste.
Takahashi tries to counter with a clinch but Jean Baptiste shakes him off and moves away.
Jean Baptiste misses with a body shot.
Takahashi throws out a counter right but Jean Baptiste avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Takahashi has managed to clinch.
Jean Baptiste is looking to break free of the clinch but Takahashi has double underhooks. #BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2#
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Takahashi.#CL2#
Takahashi clinches with his opponent.
A frustrated look appears on Jean Baptiste's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Takahashi blocking some punches.
A short right from Takahashi.
Takahashi blocks an uppercut.
Takahashi keeps control of Jean Baptiste as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
Jean Baptiste missing with a left hand there. Takahashi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jean Baptiste takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Takahashi lands with an overhand left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jean Baptiste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T3##CL2#
Takahashi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Takahashi cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot.
Jean Baptiste working hard to break the clinch.
Jean Baptiste blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Takahashi.
Takahashi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Takahashi can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Takahashi tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Takahashi scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short uppercut from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Takahashi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jean Baptiste stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Takahashi struggles to land a body shot inside as Jean Baptiste controls his hands.
Takahashi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Takahashi can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
#T4#
Jean Baptiste wants to break free but Takahashi has control.
Takahashi cracks Jean Baptiste with a nice body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Takahashi working aggressively here.
Takahashi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Takahashi can't find room to land a body shot as Jean Baptiste controls the action.
Takahashi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jean Baptiste wants to break free but Takahashi has control.
Takahashi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jean Baptiste backwards.
Takahashi misses with a punch to the body.
Takahashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste wants to break free but Takahashi has control.
Takahashi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jean Baptiste can't break the clinch.
Takahashi swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Takahashi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from Takahashi - that landed with a thud.
Jean Baptiste goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Takahashi fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryoto Takahashi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Takahashi moves away.
Takahashi wants to counter the offense by Jean Baptiste and move into the clinch position.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Takahashi is out of range.
Takahashi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
Takahashi instigates a clinch.
Jean Baptiste misses with a punch on the inside.
Takahashi tries to work over Jean Baptiste's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jean Baptiste wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jean Baptiste is trying to force a seperation but Takahashi has the dominant position.
Takahashi tries to throw a body punch but Jean Baptiste avoids it by throwing Takahashi back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste is trying to force a seperation but Takahashi has the dominant position.
Jean Baptiste looking to slow down the pace here.
A short right from Takahashi on the inside.
Jean Baptiste is trying to push Takahashi away but Takahashi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jean Baptiste swings wildly with an uppercut but Takahashi uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Jean Baptiste is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Takahashi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Takahashi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Takahashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
Jean Baptiste's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A punch lands to the side of Jean Baptiste 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT2#It looks like Brady Jean Baptiste has been cut.
Jean Baptiste keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste throws a hook but Takahashi blocks it.#CL2#
Takahashi has managed to clinch.
Takahashi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Takahashi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jean Baptiste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
A body shot lands from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste is trying to break free.
Takahashi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jean Baptiste.
A shot in the inside from Takahashi. #BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Takahashi has Jean Baptiste up against the cage in a clinch.
Takahashi swings wildly with an uppercut but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Takahashi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Jean Baptiste wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A right hand to the body from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste has had enough of the clinch but Takahashi keeps him there for the moment.
Jean Baptiste can't break the clinch.
Takahashi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Takahashi scores with a shoulder strike.
Takahashi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jean Baptiste's elbow. #T3#
Takahashi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Takahashi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Takahashi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Takahashi lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Takahashi scores with a shot to the side of Jean Baptiste's head.
Jean Baptiste blocking some punches.
Takahashi throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Takahashi.
Jean Baptiste is trying to push Takahashi away but Takahashi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Takahashi scores with a hook to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Takahashi.
Takahashi gets through Jean Baptiste's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Takahashi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Takahashi lands a right hand.
Takahashi is working Jean Baptiste over against the cage.
Takahashi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jean Baptistes head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Takahashi works on Jean Baptiste's body with a couple of short punches.
Takahashi scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4#
Takahashi lands an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste is looking to break free of the clinch but Takahashi has double underhooks.
Jean Baptiste can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Takahashi drags the fight down to the ground.
Jean Baptiste wants to control from the top but Takahashi keeps moving.
Brady Jean Baptiste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jean Baptiste is fighting to break Takahashi's control of his arms but Takahashi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Jean Baptiste got a little sloppy there for a moment and Takahashi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jean Baptiste has managed to get both his arms back between Takahashi's legs - danger averted.
Takahashi wants to sweep here but Jean Baptiste controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Takahashi is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Jean Baptiste has his hands clasped together but Takahashi extends and breaks Jean Baptiste's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Takahashi.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ryoto Takahashi!
A victorious Ryoto Takahashi 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:
FFS 22: Hastings
Date: Jul 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A telegraphed right hand from Jean Baptiste misses the target.
Jean Baptiste looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jean Baptiste takes a swing at Chapman's ribcage but misses.
Chapman misses with a low kick.
Jean Baptiste looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jean Baptiste lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jean Baptiste on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Chapman throws a leg kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chapman misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Chapman looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.
Chapman throws a jab when Jean Baptiste was well out of range.
Chapman misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jean Baptiste digs a good hook to Chapman's body.
Jean Baptiste throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chapman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
An inside leg kick lands from Chapman.
Chapman misses with a body kick.
Jean Baptiste steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chapman.
Chapman throws a lazy uppercut
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chapman wants to land a leg kick but Jean Baptiste is out of range. #T1#
Jean Baptiste throws a jab but it's blocked by Chapman.
Chapman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Decent striking displayed by Jean Baptiste there.
Jean Baptiste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chapman throws out the jab.
Jean Baptiste throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jean Baptiste with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chapman misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Jean Baptiste on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jean Baptiste rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chapman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jean Baptiste tries to close the distance and clinch but Chapman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chapman throws an overhand right that lands on Jean Baptiste's shoulder, as Jean Baptiste tries to avoid the shot.
Chapman misses with an uppercut.
Jean Baptiste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jean Baptiste scores with a jab. Chapman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jean Baptiste moves forwards but Chapman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Chapman throws a shot from downtown. Jean Baptiste moves away and avoids it.
Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chapman.
Jean Baptiste uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chapman has time to react.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jean Baptiste throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chapman sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Jean Baptiste avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Chapman's body. Chapman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Chapman cracks Jean Baptiste with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste blocks a jab.
Chapman connects with a nice looking jab.
Jean Baptiste cracks Chapman with a good jab.
Jean Baptiste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jean Baptiste looks to throw the jab but Chapman is out of range.
A clash of legs there as Jean Baptiste blocks the low kick.
Jean Baptiste appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jean Baptiste connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Chapman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chapman slips a jab from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chapman had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Chapman throws a solid leg kick but Jean Baptiste takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chapman.
Jean Baptiste works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Danny Chapman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chapman connects with a solid leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brady Jean Baptiste comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jean Baptiste 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 9:10
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 9:10
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 9:10
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Jean Baptiste!
During a confident post fight interview, Brady Jean Baptiste thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
FFS 19: Micanopy
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jean Baptiste bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mamedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Mamedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Jean Baptiste swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mamedov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jean Baptiste counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Mamedov has managed to clinch.
Mamedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mamedov is trying to break free.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jean Baptiste.
Mamedov wants to break the clinch but can't.
The referee calls for Jean Baptiste to work.
#BC2#
Mamedov breaks from the clinch.
Mamedov throws a lazy head kick
and Jean Baptiste counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mamedov thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean Baptiste scores with a body shot.
Mamedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Jean Baptiste misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mamedov! But no joy.
Mamedov throws a hook to the side of Jean Baptiste's head but Jean Baptiste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice jab there from Jean Baptiste.
Mamedov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T1#
Mamedov misses with a right hand
and Jean Baptiste connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Jean Baptiste gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mamedov. #BC#
Jean Baptiste breaks from the clinch.
Jean Baptiste pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jean Baptiste looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jean Baptiste just misses with a punch to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mamedov.
Mamedov tries to clinch there but Jean Baptiste circles away.
Mamedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jean Baptiste.
Mamedov staying out of range there.
A big right from Jean Baptiste misses.
Mamedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jean Baptiste.
Jean Baptiste takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mamedov misses with a looping left.
Jean Baptiste was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mamedov throws out a loose jab but Jean Baptiste uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mamedov works the jab nicely.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good work by Jean Baptiste as he checks the leg kick.
Jean Baptiste circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jean Baptiste with a jab.
Mamedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jean Baptiste circles away quickly and effectively.
A shot to the liver by Mamedov. Beautiful body shot.
Jean Baptiste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mamedov moves away.
Jean Baptiste drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jean Baptiste lands a nice hook to Mamedov's body. Mamedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Alibek Mamedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jean Baptiste takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mamedov misses with a hook.
Jean Baptiste connects with a crisp jab.
Mamedov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Mamedov looks to land a left hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range nicely.
Mamedov misses with a hook. Jean Baptiste ducked under it nicely.
Mamedov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mamedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Jean Baptiste on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mamedov misses with a shot to the body
and Mamedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Brady Jean Baptiste.
I think Jean Baptiste 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 10:10
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 10:9
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 9:10
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
FFS 8: Sebring
Date: Jun 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Big Mouth dives in and grabs Jean Baptiste's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jean Baptiste pushes down on Big Mouth's head and hops out.
Jean Baptiste keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Big Mouth fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yasha Big Mouth. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jean Baptiste scores with a nice strike.
Big Mouth shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jean Baptiste pinned against the ropes. Jean Baptiste gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Big Mouth fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jean Baptiste avoids it really well and circles away.
Jean Baptiste sizes up Big Mouth with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Big Mouth closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jean Baptiste's guard.
Big Mouth trying to control the position from guard on top but Jean Baptiste is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU#
Jean Baptiste is working an open guard so Big Mouth takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Big Mouth shoots in looking for a takedown. Jean Baptiste tries to sprawl out of it but Big Mouth keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Jean Baptiste manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Big Mouth shoots for a takedown but Jean Baptiste saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Big Mouth shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jean Baptiste as he jumps to the side. #KD2#
Jean Baptiste cracks Big Mouth with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Big Mouth looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Jean Baptiste finish him?
#ROC2#Big Mouth is rocked!
Big Mouth shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jean Baptiste defends it nicely.
Big Mouth is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jean Baptiste sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Big Mouth scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A punch lands to the side of Big Mouth 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Big Mouth takes a shot right to the bread basket.
No luck for Big Mouth with that takedown attempt.
Brady Jean Baptiste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jean Baptiste scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Big Mouth doesn't seem bothered though.
Big Mouth is breathing heavily.#T2#
Jean Baptiste thuds a left hand into Big Mouth's body.
Nice sprawl there from Jean Baptiste as Big Mouth shoots in.
Big Mouth shoots in but no luck this time.
Big Mouth closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste circles away.
Big Mouth darts in looking for a takedown but Jean Baptiste gets double underhooks and turns Big Mouth into the ropes. #KD2#
Jean Baptiste lands a big uppercut and Big Mouth crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Big Mouth looks OK. Jean Baptiste waves Big Mouth back to his feet!
Oh Big Mouth is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Big Mouth looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jean Baptiste is fending him off so far but Big Mouth persists. Nope, Jean Baptiste circles away and we're back to standing.
Big Mouth looks to land a right hand but Jean Baptiste moved out of range.#CL2#
Jean Baptiste gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot.
Big Mouth letting Jean Baptiste take a breather here.
Big Mouth seems to have got his legs back now.
Jean Baptiste lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jean Baptiste gets through Big Mouth's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jean Baptiste lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Big Mouth backwards.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jean Baptiste scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Jean Baptiste takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC2#
Jean Baptiste breaks the clinch.
Big Mouth drops his hands momentarily. Jean Baptiste doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Big Mouth staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Big Mouth doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brady Jean Baptiste!
During a confident post fight interview, Brady Jean Baptiste thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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