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Event:
Combate 10: Scott vs. Shabazz
Date: Dec 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Lock has a takedown stuffed.
Gavin Burns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burns throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Lock counters with a nice double leg into side control. Burns won't be happy with that. #SU2#
Lock decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Burns misses with a wild body shot.
Lock shoots in but no luck this time.
Lock staying out of range there.#TD2#
Lock dives in and scores a takedown into Burns's guard.#SU2#
Burns is working an open guard so Lock takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burns will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lock changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lock shoots in looking for a takedown. Burns tries to sprawl out of it but Lock keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Burns manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gavin Burns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lock.#T1#
Lock uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Burns.
Lock changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lock checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lock was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A low kick from Burns is predictable there #TD2#
and Lock counters with a takedown into side control. #SU2#
Lock stands up.
Burns looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Lock counters with a takedown into side control. #SU2#
Lock stands up and beckons Burns to his feet.
Lock takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burns tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Lock counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2#
Lock stands up and waves to Burns to follow him. #T2#
Lock shoots in but Burns avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Lock closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SU2#
Lock stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
A low kick from Burns is predictable there #TD2#
and Lock counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Burns! #SU2#
Lock decides to stand back up.
Burns scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Burns wants to slow Lock down by chopping away at his legs.
Lock takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Burns looks to land a combination but Lock avoids it well.
And Lock tries to counter it with a takedown but Burns pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lock shoots in for a takedown but Burns shows good takedown defense. #T3#
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lock with the counter takedown but Burns avoids it easily.
Burns swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Burns thows a leg kick but Lock checks it #TD2#
and Lock counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Burns wants to stand and escape but Lock is having none of it. #SU2#
Lock stands up and waves to Burns to follow him.
Burns tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Burns throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lock takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Burns is looking to score with low kicks.
A head kick by Burns misses #TD2#
so Lock counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T4##SU2#
Lock gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Burns throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Lock counters with a shoot takedown. Burns fights it but they end up in 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!#SU2#
Lock decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Burns, up you get!
Lock uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Burns.
Lock is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lock looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lock shoots in for a takedown but Burns shows good takedown defense.
Lock blocks a leg kick.
Lock is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Burns defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lock.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burns lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#KD#
Burns lands a big uppercut and Lock crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Lock looks OK. Burns waves Lock back to his feet!#ROC#Lock is rocked!
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 Gavin Burns will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lock is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Burns doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Lock crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Lock's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gavin Burns!
A relieved looking Gavin Burns thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Combate 7: Kazuma vs. Shabazz
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Pereira Carvalho misses with a wild combination.
#TD2#
Lock closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SU2#
Lock decides to stand back up. #TD2#
Lock shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pereira Carvalho is trying to defend but Lock finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SU2#
Lock decides to stand and escape the position.
Pereira Carvalho jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pereira Carvalho misses the shot to the body.
Lock with the counter takedown but Pereira Carvalho avoids it easily.#T1#
Lock with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pereira Carvalho counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pereira Carvalho swings for the body but Lock moves out of range.
#TD2#
Lock drives through with a takedown into Pereira Carvalho's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Lock stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lock with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Pereira Carvalho counter with a right hand. #KD#
Pereira Carvalho feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Lock sprawling to the canvas! Lock rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Pereira Carvalho finish him?!
#ROC#Lock is rocked!#CUT#It looks like John Lock 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!
Lock dives in for a single leg takedown but Pereira Carvalho sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lock is still on wobbly legs! Can Pereira Carvalho finish him?
Samuel Pereira Carvalho has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Lock.
Pereira Carvalho misses with a looping right.
Lock shoots in but no luck this time.
Lock walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Lock limp body while Pereira Carvalho jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samuel Pereira Carvalho!
A victorious Samuel Pereira Carvalho 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:
Gladius New Era
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ishmael sizes up Lock with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A jab from Ishmael misses.
Lock tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lock drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ishmael throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lock walks into a jab.#ROC#Lock is rocked!
Lock is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Ishmael doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Lock crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Lock's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Ishmael!
A victorious John Ishmael 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:
Gladius Island Endgame 2020
Date: Sep 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pereira Carvalho just misses with a punch to the body.
Lock appears to be looking for a big counter.
Pereira Carvalho connects with a jab.
Lock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pereira Carvalho.
Lock attempts a counter takedown but Pereira Carvalho avoids it well and moves away.
Lock keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pereira Carvalho throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Lock counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lock throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Lock is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pereira Carvalho works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pereira Carvalho told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Lock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lock wants to pass the guard but Pereira Carvalho is keeping the position.#T1##SUB#
Lock drops back looking for a leg! Pereira Carvalho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pereira Carvalho manages to kick Lock off! Lock jumps back into Pereira Carvalho's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pereira Carvalho has control of Lock's left arm, preventing Lock from doing any damage.
Lock forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Lock wants to work for an arm triangle but Pereira Carvalho is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lock frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2##SUB#
Lock moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Pereira Carvalho has worked his arm free - good work by Pereira Carvalho!
#SUB#
Lock tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lock has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Lock is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pereira Carvalho is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Lock goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Pereira Carvalho rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lock's guard! Nice work there by Pereira Carvalho!
Pereira Carvalho must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pereira Carvalho wants to stand but Lock has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Lock seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3##SUB#
Lock looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pereira Carvalho really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lock. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Lock is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Pereira Carvalho stands and steps away. Lock gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Pereira Carvalho throws a jab when Lock was well out of range.
Lock attempts a counter takedown but Pereira Carvalho avoids it well and moves away.
Pereira Carvalho misses with a looping left.
Pereira Carvalho lands a jab to the head.
Samuel Pereira Carvalho is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pereira Carvalho.
Lock half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Samuel Pereira Carvalho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Pereira Carvalho digs a good body shot into Lock's ribs.
Pereira Carvalho misses with a jab to the body
#CL#
and Lock counters by clinching up.
Lock tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lock is trying to drag Pereira Carvalho to the mat but Pereira Carvalho just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Pereira Carvalho manages to break the clinch.
Lock shoots in but Pereira Carvalho avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lock. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pereira Carvalho with a jab.#CUT2#It looks like John Lock has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pereira Carvalho clobbers Lock with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pereira Carvalho stuffs the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Pereira Carvalho dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Lock's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lock takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pereira Carvalho looks to score with a jab to the body but Lock is just out of range.
Pereira Carvalho misses with a right hand #TD#
and Lock counters with a single leg into guard. Pereira Carvalho didn't expect that.
Pereira Carvalho wants to get back to his feet but Lock is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pereira Carvalho has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lock looking to pass the guard.
Lock will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira Carvalho is trying to keep Lock in close.
Lock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pereira Carvalho trying to control the position.
#T1##ES2#
Pereira Carvalho wriggles free and stands up.
Lock will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lock with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pereira Carvalho counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pereira Carvalho thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lock walks into a straight right hand from Pereira Carvalho.
Pereira Carvalho stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pereira Carvalho wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lock. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lock has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Pereira Carvalho counters with a nice right hand that sends Lock toppling to the canvas! Lock scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Pereira Carvalho finish him?!#ROC2#Lock is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lock misses with a takedown
and Pereira Carvalho counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samuel Pereira Carvalho!
An out of breath Samuel Pereira Carvalho 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:
G | 46
Date: Sep 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lock shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pereira Carvalho as he jumps to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pereira Carvalho! But no joy.
Pereira Carvalho throws the left hand but Lock avoids the punch easily.
Lock changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pereira Carvalho dips to his left and cracks Lock with an uppercut!#TD#
Lock closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lock lands in his opponent's guard.
Lock throwing strikes from guard but Pereira Carvalho blocks nicely. #SUB#
Lock 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Pereira Carvalho managing to control the position. #T1#
Pereira Carvalho working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lock.
Lock 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.
Lock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pereira Carvalho managing to control the position.
Lock looking to pass the guard.
Lock postures up in Pereira Carvalho's guard and throws a big left but Pereira Carvalho blocks it.
Pereira Carvalho is trying to keep Lock in close.
Lock tries to free his leg and advance position but Pereira Carvalho is retaining full guard.
Pereira Carvalho is trying to control the position but Lock postures up. #SUB#
Lock drops back looking for a leg! Pereira Carvalho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pereira Carvalho manages to kick Lock off! Lock jumps back into Pereira Carvalho's guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lock tries to free his leg and advance position but Pereira Carvalho is retaining full guard.
Lock will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Lock thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lock accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Lock thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Pereira Carvalho utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Lock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Lock drops back looking for a leg! Pereira Carvalho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Pereira Carvalho manages to kick Lock off! Lock jumps back into Pereira Carvalho's guard.
Lock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Lock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lock looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lock moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lock slips under a jab.
Pereira Carvalho misses with an uppercut.
Lock is looking to counter the offense by Pereira Carvalho and move into the clinch.
Pereira Carvalho lands a nice looking body shot.
Pereira Carvalho throws a looping overhand right but Lock ducks down to avoid it.
Lock changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lock shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pereira Carvalho as he jumps to the side. #T4#
Lock ducks under a wild hook from Pereira Carvalho.
Pereira Carvalho misses with a looping right.
Nice takedown defense from Pereira Carvalho. No joy for Lock on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lock. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lock with a poor takedown
and Pereira Carvalho counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pereira Carvalho dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lock is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Pereira Carvalho cracks Lock with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Lock looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Pereira Carvalho finish him?
#CUT2#It looks like John Lock has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lock leaves his chin hanging out and Pereira Carvalho seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Lock crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samuel Pereira Carvalho!
Samuel Pereira Carvalho took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
G | 42
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Mckean takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Mckean drags the fight down to the ground.
Mckean wants to sweep but no luck.
Mckean keeping full guard, as Lock tries to pass.
Mckean is pulling down on Lock's head to control his posture.
Mckean trying to keep a closed guard but Lock is proving a slippery customer.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lock accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mckean has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lock can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mckean preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Mckean has momentary wrist control but Lock slips an elbow through the middle.
Mckean is trying to keep Lock in close.
Lock throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mckean works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lock with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mckean wants to sweep but no luck.
Lock in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lock forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lock wants to pass the guard but Mckean is defending well.
Lock throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lock looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lock missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2##SUB#
Lock is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mckean is just riding it out for now. Lock eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lock is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Mckean still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Mckean has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mckean thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lock is looking to regain half guard here but Mckean keeps moving and retains side control. #T3##SUB2#
Mckean looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lock is looking to reverse the position.
Lock is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Mckean has an Americana. Lock didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Mckean is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Mckean hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). James Mckean!
After the fight, James Mckean was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
G | 38
Date: Aug 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Steel misses with a looping right.
Lock tries to counter with a takedown but Steel is quick to defend against it.
Lock moves away from the strike by Steel.
Lock feinted with a counter takedown.
Lock shoots for a double leg takedown but Steel sprawls well. He's pushed Lock's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lock will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Steel misses with a looping left.
Nice shot lands for Steel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Lock takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Steel has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Lock is trying to keep an underhook but Steel manages to get the takedown into half guard.#T1#
Steel looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lock with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lock is trying to get back to full guard.
Lock is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest. #SUB#
Lock has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Steel. Oh but Lock has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Steel goes limp - he's gone! Lock jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John Lock!
John Lock retains his light heavyweight title! |
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Event:
SOTF Quarterfinal
Date: Aug 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Steel shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lock napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Steel trying to control the position but Lock is working away.
Lock sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lock gets full guard.#SUB2#
Lock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Lock is tightening it up a little... Steel has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Steel reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Steel taps out! Nice BJJ there by Lock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John Lock!
John Lock is the new light heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
G | 32
Date: Aug 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Broadbent looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Lock looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Broadbent avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lock striking off his back but it's not causing Broadbent any problems.
Lock seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Broadbent trying to control but Lock is working from the bottom.
Lock preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Lock has his foot on Broadbent's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Broadbent works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Lock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Broadbent can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Broadbent trying to control the position from guard on top but Lock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Broadbent defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lock is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Broadbent is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Lock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Lock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Broadbent trying to control but Lock is working from the bottom.
Broadbent is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Broadbent is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Lock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Broadbent doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Broadbent manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Broadbent tries to free his leg and advance position but Lock is retaining full guard.
Broadbent cracks Lock with a solid left hand.
Broadbent working some strikes from top position.
Broadbent wants to control from the top but Lock keeps moving.
Broadbent scoring with punches to the head and body.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Broadbent working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Broadbent must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Broadbent sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Lock has his foot on Broadbent's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Broadbent works his way back into a safe position though.#T2##SUB#
Lock had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Broadbent defends it easily.
Broadbent chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Lock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Broadbent engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lock is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Broadbent lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Broadbent can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Broadbent makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Broadbent trying to control but Lock is working from the bottom.
Broadbent stays in close to Lock's body and controls the position.
Broadbent trying to control the position from guard on top but Lock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Lock looking for a guillotine here but Broadbent defends easily.
#SUB#
Lock has his foot on Broadbent's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Broadbent works his way back into a safe position though.
Broadbent trying to control but Lock is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Broadbent doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Broadbent manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Lock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lock is breathing heavily.
Broadbent is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Lock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Broadbent doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Lock is tightening it up a little... Broadbent has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Broadbent reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Broadbent taps out! Nice BJJ there by Lock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John Lock! |
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Event:
SOTF : 8th Final
Date: Aug 02, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lock shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Loud as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lock or perhaps it was just good defense by Loud, which made it look bad.
Despite the aggression on Loud's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD#
Lock manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Loud on his heels. He'll look to pass Loud's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Lock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Lock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lock working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Lock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Loud utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Loud can't keep his opponent in guard - Lock advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Lock is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Loud sees it coming and defends easily.
Lock thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Loud's head.
Lock 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.
Lock 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.
Loud trying to control but Lock postures up.
#SUB#
Lock is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loud has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Lock is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Lock is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Loud has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2##SUB#
Lock has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Loud defend it? Lock steps over the head and cranks it - Loud is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Lock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John Lock! |
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Event:
G | 22: Chuckwu x Lock
Date: Jul 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Chuckwu decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chuckwu seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Lock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chuckwu seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Chuckwu working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Chuckwu wants to pass to mount but Lock is defending the position. #SUB2#
Lock looking for submissions off his back.
Lock is refusing to be controlled, as Chuckwu sits in half guard.
Lock is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Chuckwu scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2#
Lock actively working from the bottom here.
Lock works his way to full guard. Good work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chuckwu scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Lock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chuckwu defends well.#T1#
Chuckwu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chuckwu stands up over Lock, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Lock had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chuckwu defends it easily.
Chuckwu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Chuckwu works over Lock with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Lock looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chuckwu working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lock's head.#SUB2#
Lock working for a triangle but Chuckwu defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Chuckwu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lock looks winded!
Lock keeping moving, preventing Chuckwu from controlling successfully.
Chuckwu is in close to Lock's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
Lock keeping moving, preventing Chuckwu from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lock has his foot on Chuckwu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chuckwu works his way back into a safe position though.
Chuckwu trying to control but Lock is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chuckwu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chuckwu stands and throws Lock's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lock is looking to reverse the position.
Lock keeps trying to improve his position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Chuckwu landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chuckwu lands a few punches from side control.
Chuckwu lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Lock down.
#ROC#Lock is rocked!
Chuckwu lands a strong strike to the head of Lock. That's dazed him! Chuckwu looking to finish here. Lock is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Chuckwu lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Obina Chuckwu!
Obina Chuckwu 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:
G | 19: Zaitoun x Lock
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zaitoun loads up on a big right hand but Lock slips the punch.
Ahmed Zaitoun seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zaitoun scores with a hook to the body. Lock takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lock shoots in but Zaitoun avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Zaitoun connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lock. Lock circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Lock looking to score a takedown here. Zaitoun is defending well but Lock drives through and ends up in Zaitoun's guard.
Zaitoun working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lock.
Lock postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zaitoun is keeping the position for now.
Zaitoun on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Zaitoun tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Lock drops back looking for a leg! Zaitoun is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zaitoun manages to kick Lock off! Lock jumps back into Zaitoun's guard.
Lock passes Zaitoun's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Zaitoun scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Lock manages to mount him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Lock has hold of Zaitoun's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Zaitoun manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Zaitoun defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Lock. #SUB2#
Zaitoun defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Lock. #SUB2#
Zaitoun defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Lock.
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!
Zaitoun wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Lock.
Zaitoun is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
#T2#
Lock misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
#SUB2#
Lock looking for a guillotine from mount but Zaitoun is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lock looking to secure an arm triangle but Zaitoun defends it well. #SUB2#
Lock wants to finish this one by submission but Zaitoun is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Lock.
My spies in Island Training Centre inform me that Lock has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Lock working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Zaitoun turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Lock off and cradles Zaitoun's limp body as Lock celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). John Lock! |
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Event:
G | 16: Zaitoun x Steel
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nasukawa moves to clinch but Lock breaks away #TD#
and Lock counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lock makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lock makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lock scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lock forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Lock in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Nasukawa tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Lock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John Lock! |
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Event:
Kings 15: Zhao vs Krylov
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rebel connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Island Rebel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lock slips a straight right by Rebel.
Lock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rebel.
Lock looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lock slips a straight right by Rebel.
Rebel just misses with a punch to the body.
Lock tries to counter by clinching up but Rebel breaks away and moves out of range.
Rebel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lock.
Lock half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rebel misses the jab.
Lock closes the distance and clinches.
Lock tries for a takedown but Rebel manages to get underhooks.
Lock changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rebel fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rebel throws a hook to the side of Lock's head but Lock sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rebel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lock moves away.
Lock changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rebel.
Rebel throws an overhand right that lands on Lock's shoulder, as Lock tries to avoid the shot.
Lock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rebel.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rebel lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice defenses there by Lock.
Lock tries to counter with a takedown but Rebel is quick to defend against it.
Lock has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lock there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lock is rocked!
Rebel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
so Lock counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lock thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lock working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rebel keeping full guard, as Lock tries to pass.
Lock 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.
Lock advances to half guard.
Lock is looking to advance position but Rebel won't allow it.
Rebel is trying to stand back up but Lock is controlling him
Lock throwing shots but Rebel is blocking nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rebel is defending against the submission attempts here by Lock.
Lock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rebel blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lock.
Lock throwing shots but Rebel is blocking nicely.
Rebel is trying to stand up here but Lock is controlling him well.
Lock seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Rebel is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). John Lock! |
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Event:
Kings 9: Mongrel vs Chief
Date: May 02, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Lock gets caught flat footed, as Venter shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Lock looking for a triangle here. Venter is fighting it but it looks tight! Lock pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Venter is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John Lock!
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Event:
Kings 3: Aurelios vs Zhao
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Lock decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Slice is defending against the submission attempts here by Lock.
#SUB2#
Lock is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Slice is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John Lock!
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