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Event:
GDL 53: Champions!
Date: Aug 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tsabalala throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Greenwald.
Greenwald fakes the leg kick and cracks Tsabalala in the body.
Tsabalala takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tsabalala is breathing heavily.
Greenwald looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Greenwald throws a quick inside leg kick.
Greenwald connects with a body shot that sends Tsabalala's belly button to the back.
Greenwald chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Greenwald lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Greenwald lands with a kick to the temple. Tsabalala shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
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!
Greenwald scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsabalala doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsabalala stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Greenwald.
Tsabalala gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Greenwald is looking to slow Tsabalala down with leg kicks. #T1#
Tsabalala takes one to the side of the head.
#ROC2#Tsabalala is rocked!
Greenwald is stalking Tsabalala. Tsabalala circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Greenwald, and it's lights out! Tsabalala really payed the price for that rookie mistake.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Glenn Greenwald! |
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Event:
GDL 50:
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fight stays on the outside here - Tsabalala looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tsabalala closes the distance but Kingsley moves to the side #TD2#
and Kingsley counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kingsley wants to control from the top but Tsabalala keeps moving.
Kingsley with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kingsley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tsabalala is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Tsabalala preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tsabalala wants to clinch up but Kingsley keeps it at a distance.
Kingsley keeps the fight on the outside.
Tsabalala shoots in looking for a takedown. Kingsley tries to sprawl out of it but Tsabalala keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kingsley manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And Kingsley tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsabalala pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kingsley blocks a head kick by Tsabalala.
Kingsley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A head kick by Tsabalala misses #TD2#
and Kingsley decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tsabalala's guard.
Tsabalala is breathing heavily.
Kingsley missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kingsley postures up in Tsabalala's guard and throws a big left but Tsabalala blocks it.
Tsabalala 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.
Kingsley throwing strikes from guard but Tsabalala blocks nicely.
Tsabalala being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Kingsley is in close to Tsabalala's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kingsley throws an elbow that misses. Tsabalala uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kingsley's guard. Nice move by Tsabalala!#REVR#
Kingsley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kingsley is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Kingsley is in close to Tsabalala's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kingsley lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Tsabalala working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kingsley.
Kingsley wants to pass the guard but Tsabalala is keeping the position.
Kingsley prevents Tsabalala from getting back to his feet.
Kingsley stands up over Tsabalala, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kingsley lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tsabalala managing to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kingsley scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Kingsley dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tsabalala misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And Kingsley tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsabalala pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kingsley misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kingsley shoots in looking for a takedown. Tsabalala tries to sprawl out of it but Kingsley keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tsabalala manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsabalala doesn't manage to clinch there - Kingsley circles away.
Kingsley is breathing heavily.#CL#
Tsabalala moves into the clinch.#T1#
Tsabalala lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kingsley.
Tsabalala is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tsabalala is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tsabalala is trying to break the clinch but Kingsley has him pressed against the cage. #TD2#
Kingsley has Tsabalala pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kingsley pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tsabalala tumbling to the mat - Kingsley dives into Tsabalala's guard.
Tsabalala seems keen to control Kingsley's posture.
Kingsley working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tsabalala wants to stand up but Kingsley is controlling him. #T2#
Kingsley tries to free his leg and advance position but Tsabalala is retaining full guard.
Tsabalala working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kingsley.
Tsabalala utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tsabalala utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tsabalala misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tsabalala tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kingsley swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kingsley changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Kingsley misses with a takedown attempt
and Tsabalala counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Didier Tsabalala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Kingsley.
Tsabalala lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kingsley backs up against the cage.
Tsabalala misses with a series of wild punches.
Kingsley fails with a takedown attempt.
Tsabalala throws a head kick that half lands.
#T4##CL#
Tsabalala clinches.
Tsabalala tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kingsley just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tsabalala jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kingsley walks away with a smile on his face. Tsabalala gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nice sprawl there from Tsabalala as Kingsley shoots in.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kingsley darts in looking for a takedown but Tsabalala gets double underhooks and turns Kingsley into the cage.
Tsabalala dives in and grabs Kingsley's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kingsley pushes down on Tsabalala's head and hops out.
Kingsley feints the counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Didier Tsabalala dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kingsley shoots in looking for a takedown. Tsabalala tries to sprawl out of it but Kingsley keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tsabalala manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kingsley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tsabalala tries to clinch but Kingsley moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kingsley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tsabalala tries to clinch but Kingsley is having none of it.
Tsabalala tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Tsabalala fails with an attempt to clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kingsley swats away the attempt to clinch by Tsabalala.
Kingsley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tsabalala lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tsabalala stuffs the takedown.
Tsabalala doesn't manage to clinch there - Kingsley circles away.
Kingsley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice takedown defense from Tsabalala. No joy for Kingsley on that attempt.
Didier Tsabalala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Kingsley.#T2#
Tsabalala is looking to clinch.
Kingsley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tsabalala is looking to clinch but Kingsley is avoiding it.
Tsabalala throws a nice looking combination but Kingsley bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tsabalala looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tsabalala tries to clinch but Kingsley moves away #TD2#
and Kingsley counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kingsley.
Kingsley throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Tsabalala wants to get back to his feet but Kingsley is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kingsley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kingsley trying to control but Tsabalala is working from the bottom.
Kingsley wants to stand but Tsabalala has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kingsley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Kingsley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tsabalala dives on top into guard.#REVR##SU#
Tsabalala decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Kingsley, up you get! #TD2#
Kingsley closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tsabalala did well to prevent Kingsley getting side control.#ES#
Tsabalala has one foot on Kingsley's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Kingsley shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tsabalala sprawls well. Tsabalala wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kingsley gets slowly back to his feet.
Tsabalala is looking to counter the offense by Kingsley and move into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kingsley fails with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Didier Tsabalala showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tsabalala 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Didier Tsabalala!
In defeat, John Kingsley stepped up to the mic, saying 'sorry but nothing im going to say....'. |
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Event:
GDL 44: Byczkiewicz vs Ander 2
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tsabalala shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gomes pinned against the cage. Gomes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tsabalala tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Didier Tsabalala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsabalala throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Gomes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gomes.
Gomes 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Gomes tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gomes has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1##SUB#
Gomes is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tsabalala has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gomes advances to mount.
Gomes takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Gomes is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Tsabalala has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Tsabalala!
Gomes 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gomes is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Tsabalala looks winded!#T2#
Gomes wants to pass to mount but Tsabalala is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsabalala has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gomes is working away from the top position though.
Gomes controlling the action here.#SUB#
Gomes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gomes trying to control the pace. #T3#
Gomes has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB#
Gomes 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.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Gomes is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronaldo Gomes dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tsabalala tries to clinch #TD#
so Gomes counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Gomes 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.
Gomes stands and throws Tsabalala's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gomes just content to control the position.
Tsabalala tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gomes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tsabalala is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Gomes moves into full mount! #T1#
Gomes moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Gomes has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Tsabalala! Can he survive? No! He's out! Gomes gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ronaldo Gomes!
During a confident post fight interview, Ronaldo Gomes thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sloppy strikes from Bo. Those never looked like landing.
Bo is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Bo clinches up with Tsabalala and pushes him back against the cage.
Bo wants to get back to striking at distance but Tsabalala won't allow it.
#TD#
Tsabalala jumps guard.
Bo advances position into side control!
Bo throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Bo is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bo scoring with punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bo trying to control the action but Tsabalala is working from the bottom.
Tsabalala is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Tsabalala seems a little lost for a moment, as Bo dominates the positioning.
Bo cracks Tsabalala with a big right hand but Tsabalala just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tsabalala taking punishment in the form of punches.
#SU2#
Bo decides to stand back up.
Bo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tsabalala avoids it really well and circles away.
Bo doesn't manage to clinch there - Tsabalala circles away.
Bo Bo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tsabalala throwing a counter right hand but Bo manages to avoid it.
Tsabalala shoots in looking for a takedown but Bo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tsabalala's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T2#
Bo shoots in looking for a takedown but Tsabalala manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bo fails with a takedown attempt.
Tsabalala wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Didier Tsabalala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo Bo.
Tsabalala throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Tsabalala pushes Bo up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Tsabalala.
Bo gets underhooks to prevent Tsabalala's takedown attempt.
Bo tries to pull guard but Tsabalala won't allow it.
Tsabalala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tsabalala can't get the takedown.
#TD#
Tsabalala pulls guard successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsabalala is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Tsabalala knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bo on the ground.#T3#
Bo trying to control but Tsabalala is working from the bottom.
Tsabalala wants to stand and escape but Bo is having none of it.
Bo wants to control from the top but Tsabalala keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bo looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bo closes the distance and clinches up with Tsabalala, looking for a takedown. Bo pushes Tsabalala against the cage but Tsabalala circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tsabalala scores with a leg kick.
Tsabalala shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bo but Bo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsabalala paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tsabalala is looking to counter the offense by Bo and move into the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tsabalala shoots in for a takedown but Bo shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Tsabalala has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tsabalala lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Didier Tsabalala will probably get the nod.
That's time! Tsabalala's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bo darts in looking for a takedown but Tsabalala gets double underhooks and turns Bo into the cage.
As Bo looks to move away, Tsabalala throws a big counter combo but Bo just gets out of the way.
Bo sizes up Tsabalala with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Didier Tsabalala is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tsabalala swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bo tries to land a front kick but Tsabalala steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bo tries to clinch up but Tsabalala circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Tsabalala clinches up with Bo and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Tsabalala has hold of one of Bo's legs. Bo is fighting the takedown attempt but Tsabalala gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Bo controls Tsabalala momentarily but Tsabalala frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsabalala sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Bo looking for a guillotine here but Tsabalala defends easily.
#T1#
Bo is trying to control the position but Tsabalala postures up.
Bo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tsabalala looking to pass the guard.
Tsabalala controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bo wants to sweep here but Tsabalala controlling him for the moment. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Bo is looking for a triangle but Tsabalala pushes his legs off easily.
Tsabalala engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tsabalala seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bo for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bo misses with a body kick. #CL#
Tsabalala rushes Bo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Tsabalala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice takedown defense from Tsabalala. No joy for Bo on that attempt.
Bo is breathing heavily.#T3##CL#
Tsabalala clinches up against the cage.
Tsabalala gets through Bo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tsabalala prevents the takedown attempt.
Didier Tsabalala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo Bo.
A shot in the inside from Tsabalala.
Bo stops a takedown attempt from Tsabalala.
#TD#
Tsabalala pulls Bo into guard.
Tsabalala wants to stand up but Bo is controlling him.
Tsabalala is pulling down on Bo's head to control his posture.
Tsabalala might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Tsabalala can't keep his opponent in guard - Bo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tsabalala avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bo.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bo lands a nice short elbow.
Tsabalala is staying active underneath Bo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bo is thwarting Tsabalala's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bo stops Tsabalala from getting back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Didier Tsabalala dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##CL#
Tsabalala rushes Bo and presses him up against the cage.
Bo tries to pull guard but Tsabalala holds him up against the cage and eventually Bo drops back down to his feet.
Tsabalala scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Tsabalala breaks the clinch.
Bo lands with a nice body punch.
Bo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tsabalala shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bo pinned against the cage. Bo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsabalala keeps the fight on the outside.
Bo shoots in for a takedown but Tsabalala shows good takedown defense.
Didier Tsabalala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo Bo.#T1#
Bo tries to clinch up.#CL#
Tsabalala has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bo fails to pull guard.
Bo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bo fails to pull guard.
Tsabalala lands a body shot.
Bo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The referee calls for Tsabalala to work.
Tsabalala is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bo can do to turn this around?
Tsabalala is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nice body punch from Tsabalala - that landed with a thud.
Tsabalala manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#T2#
Tsabalala slowing the pace effectively.
Tsabalala has Bo pushed against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Didier Tsabalala.#CL#
Bo tries to keep at a distance but Tsabalala has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tsabalala throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bos head.
A right handed body shot lands from Tsabalala.
#BC#
Tsabalala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Tsabalala rushes Bo and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Tsabalala breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Bo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tsabalala sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bo somewhat.#CL#
Tsabalala gets a clinch.
Tsabalala lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bo.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tsabalala.#BC#
Tsabalala breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tsabalala changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4##CL#
Tsabalala moves into the clinch successfully.
Tsabalala scores with a knee to the head.
Tsabalala leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD#
Tsabalala ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tsabalala no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Tsabalala wants to sweep here but Bo controlling him for the moment.
Tsabalala keeping moving, preventing Bo from controlling successfully.
Bo Bo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Didier Tsabalala is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES#
Tsabalala scrambles and gets back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Didier Tsabalala showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tsabalala 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:26
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:26
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Didier Tsabalala!
Bo Bo was interviewed post fight and said 'Bo no like this. Bo lose.'. |
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