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Event:
The Island Season 12, 185 lbs, Round 3
Date: Aug 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Home misses the jab.
Galvao definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Home works the jab nicely.
Home throws a hook but Galvao avoids it easily.
Galvao moves away from the strike by Home.
Galvao takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Home throws a shot from downtown. Galvao moves away and avoids it.
Galvao slips under a jab.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Home.#CL#
Galvao has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Galvao decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Home defends well.
Home wants to stand but Galvao is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Home defends well.
Home really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Galvao. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Home wants to stand but Galvao has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T1##SU2#
Home gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Home missing with a left hand there. Galvao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Galvao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Home throws a looping overhand right but Galvao ducks down to avoid it.
Galvao is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Galvao moves in looking to clinch but Home pushes him off.
Galvao moves in looking to clinch but Home pushes him off.
New Home seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Home jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Galvao takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Home misses with an uppercut. #KD2#
Home cracks Galvao with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Galvao looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Home finish him?
#ROC2#Galvao is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Home measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Galvao! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). New Home!
A relieved looking New Home 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:
The Island Season 12, 185 lbs, Round 2
Date: Aug 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Barbosa lands a nice looking body shot.
Galvao swings for the body but Barbosa moves out of range.
Barbosa misses with a wild combination.
Barbosa seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A swing and a miss from Barbosa.
Galvao avoids a punch combination nicely.
Galvao 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.
Galvao gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Barbosa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Galvao tries to counter with a clinch but Barbosa shakes him off and moves away.
Galvao uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa takes a swing at Galvao's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Barbosa fails to land with a series of punches.
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Galvao manages to avoid it.
Barbosa throws a lazy right hand but Galvao sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Galvao tries to clinch up#TD#
and Barbosa counters with a single leg into guard. Galvao didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Galvao has his foot on Barbosa's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barbosa works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Barbosa has gone for a leg lock! Galvao slips out almost immediately though and dives into Barbosa's guard.#REVB#
Galvao throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Barbosa is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Galvao defends well.#T2#
Galvao trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Galvao not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barbosa controls Galvao momentarily but Galvao frees himself.
Galvao won't allow Barbosa to sweep him here. #SUB#
Barbosa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Galvao gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Barbosa pulls Galvao in close to prevent any damage.
Galvao throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Galvao trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Barbosa is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Galvao trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom.
Barbosa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Galvao postures up in Barbosa's guard and throws a big left but Barbosa blocks it. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Barbosa is looking for a triangle but Galvao pushes his legs off easily.
Galvao loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Barbosa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Galvao's guard. #REVR#
Galvao tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4##SUB2#
Barbosa sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Galvao doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Barbosa paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Galvao - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jose Galvao!
Jose Galvao thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 185 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Thunder clinches up against the cage.
Thunder scores with a knee to the head.
Galvao tries to pull guard but Thunder forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Galvao jumps guard and drags Thunder to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Galvao pushes a forearm under Thunder's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Thunder is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jose Galvao!
Our winner, Jose Galvao, 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:
Highland 83
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Ziskie fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Galvao to the ground. Ziskie is now in Galvao's guard.#SUB2#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Ziskie from controlling successfully.
Ziskie passes into half guard.
Galvao looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Galvao wants to improve his position but Ziskie is controlling well.
Galvao is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziskie trying to pass the guard but Galvao defending well. #SUB#
Ziskie wants to work for an arm triangle but Galvao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ziskie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Ziskie is taking a breather. Galvao 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.
Ziskie trying to control the action but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Ziskie tries to pass the half guard into mount. Galvao knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ziskie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziskie pulls his head out easily.
Ziskie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galvao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Galvao actively working from the bottom here.
Galvao is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziskie's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziskie's back!#SUB2#
Galvao looking to break Ziskie's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ziskie remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Galvao will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Galvao is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ziskie has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ziskie trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ziskie manages to reverse the position and now he's in Galvao's guard. Nice work there by Ziskie.
Ziskie looking to pass the guard.
Ziskie pushes down on Galvao's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ziskie is keen to just control but Galvao is a slippery customer.#T3##SUB#
Ziskie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Ziskie is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Galvao still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Galvao has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Galvao throws a strike aimed at the side of Ziskie's head but Ziskie avoids it well.#SUB2#
Galvao tries for a kimura but Ziskie is defending well.
Galvao postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB2#
Galvao thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ziskie is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Galvao goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ziskie rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Galvao's guard! Nice work there by Ziskie!
Ziskie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Galvao's guard. #SUB2#
Galvao looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ziskie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Well, if Ziskie is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziskie pulls his head out easily.
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 Mike Ziskie will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Ziskie takes the fight into the clinch.
Ziskie fails to pull guard.
Ziskie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Galvao just stands there and leans against the cage.
Galvao fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Galvao decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ziskie pushes down on Galvao's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Galvao is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziskie pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziskie looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ziskie wants to control but Galvao is keeping him busy. #T1#
Galvao is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziskie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Galvao keeps working.
Galvao makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Galvao.
Ziskie looking to pass the guard.
Mike Ziskie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ziskie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Galvao is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziskie defends well.
Ziskie content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Ziskie has gone for a leg lock! Galvao slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ziskie's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Ziskie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ziskie keeping moving, preventing Galvao from controlling successfully.
Galvao pushing down on Ziskie's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Ziskie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ziskie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Galvao works his way into full mount!
Galvao punching from mount but Ziskie doing a good job of avoiding damage. #SUB2#
Galvao is working for a guillotine from mount but Ziskie frees his head quite easily.
Ziskie tries to hold on but Galvao pushes him away.
Ziskie avoids a series of strikes thrown by Galvao.
Ziskie tries to lock up and control but Galvao gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Galvao tries to control but Ziskie wriggling away.
Galvao thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#T4#
Ziskie wants to hold on but Galvao pushes him away.
Galvao throws some wild stikes that Ziskie manages to avoid easily.
Ziskie is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Galvao is stalling here but it's allowed Ziskie to get half guard.
Galvao thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ziskie's head. #SUB#
Ziskie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziskie tries to get to full guard but Galvao has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Galvao is working for a kimura but Ziskie is defending it quite comfortably.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Galvao is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ziskie!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jose Galvao 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. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL#
Ziskie gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Ziskie ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ziskie no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Ziskie has an active guard here but Galvao has managed to pass into half guard.
Ziskie wants to control the action here but instead Galvao manages to pass to full mount!
Ziskie blocking the ground and pound.
Galvao wants to control the pace but Ziskie is squirming around nicely.
Ziskie tries to hold on but Galvao postures up.#SUB2#
Galvao moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Ziskie has worked his arm free - good work by Ziskie!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziskie is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Galvao not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1##SUB#
Ziskie looking for submissions off his back.
Galvao misses with a head shot. Ziskie uses the momentum to regain guard.
Galvao throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ziskie works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Galvao throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Ziskie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ziskie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Ziskie looking for a guillotine here but Galvao defends easily.
Ziskie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Galvao trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziskie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Galvao 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.
Galvao stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziskie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Ziskie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Galvao defends well.
Galvao wants to pass the guard but Ziskie is keeping the position.#SUB#
Galvao got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziskie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Galvao has managed to get both his arms back between Ziskie's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Ziskie working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Galvao.
Ziskie trying to control the position.
Ziskie keeping moving, preventing Galvao from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Galvao avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Ziskie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Galvao is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Ziskie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Galvao doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Galvao manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Ziskie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Galvao defends well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Ziskie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Galvao defends well.
Galvao throwing strikes from guard but Ziskie blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Galvao drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Galvao jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ziskie looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Galvao looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ziskie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
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 Mike Ziskie.
I think Ziskie 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 David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Ziskie!
A relieved looking Mike Ziskie 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:
Highland 78
Date: Jul 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Hughs misses with the combination.
Hughs tries a head kick but it misses.
Hughs misses with a double jab.
Hughs throws a series of punches but Galvao moves out of range.
Hughs throws a series of strikes that have Galvao backpedaling.
Hughs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hughs swinging wildly here.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Hughs and move into the clinch.
Hughs throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Galvao counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Galvao.
Hughs is trying to maintain a safe position but Galvao gets an underhook and turns Hughs into the cage.#TD#
Galvao decides to pull guard.
Galvao wants to sweep here but Hughs controlling him for the moment.
Galvao has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hughs really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Galvao. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1##SUB#
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hughs 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.#SUB#
Hughs is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Galvao has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hughs is looking to defend but Galvao has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hughs! Galvao pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hughs taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jose Galvao!
Jose Galvao decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Highland 67
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Galvao gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Galvao looking for a guillotine here but Holmes defends easily.
#SUB2#
Holmes 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.
Holmes showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Holmes wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Galvao is looking for a triangle but Holmes pushes his legs off easily.
Holmes trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom.
Holmes looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Holmes throwing strikes but missing.
Galvao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Holmes wanted to stand there but Galvao had control of the position.
Holmes wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving. #SUB2#
Holmes is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Galvao is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Galvao has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Holmes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Galvao slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Galvao tries for a kimura but Holmes is defending well.
Galvao looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2##SUB#
Galvao working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sloppy strikes there by Galvao.
Holmes regains half guard.#SUB#
Galvao is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Holmes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Galvao pulls his head out easily.
Holmes wants to improve his position but Galvao is controlling well.
#SUB#
Galvao is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Holmes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Holmes is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Holmes actively working from the bottom here.
Galvao trying to pass the guard but Holmes defending well. #SUB#
Galvao wants to work for an arm triangle but Holmes is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Galvao is looking for a kimura but Holmes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Galvao to get the leverage.
Holmes looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Holmes missing with punches from the bottom.
Holmes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Galvao's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Galvao's back!
Holmes gets his hands free as Galvao looks to control. #SUB2#
Holmes is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Galvao is defending well though. Holmes let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Galvao showing good submission defense here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Galvao is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Holmes trying to control momentarily.
Galvao tries to roll but Holmes sticks to his back.
Holmes doesn't have the hooks in and Galvao manages to turn into his guard.
Galvao's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Galvao trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Galvao wants to control from the top but Holmes keeps moving.
Galvao preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Galvao in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Galvao stopping the sweep attempt from Holmes.
Galvao trying to control but Holmes is working from the bottom.
Galvao trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jose Galvao will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Galvao keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#CL#
Galvao drives through and clinches with Holmes against the cage.
#TD#
Galvao pulls guard.
Holmes wants to control from the top but Galvao keeps moving. #SUB#
Galvao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao controls Holmes momentarily but Holmes frees himself. #SUB#
Galvao has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Holmes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Holmes avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1#
Holmes trying to control but Galvao is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Galvao is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Holmes rolls with it to try and escape but Galvao cranks on the arm and Holmes is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jose Galvao!
After winning the bout, Jose Galvao 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:
Highland 56
Date: Jun 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Wexell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wexell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Galvao defending well as Wexell loads up on a big left hand.
Galvao is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Wexell.#CL#
Wexell gets tackled into the cage by Galvao. Galvao maintains the clinch.
Galvao keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wexell's efforts to push away.
Galvao swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Galvao tries to pull guard but Wexell holds him up against the cage and eventually Galvao drops back down to his feet.
Galvao is trying to pull guard but Wexell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Wexell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Galvao tries to close the distance and clinch but Wexell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wexell.
Galvao lands a really nice looking cross but Wexell seems unphased.
Wexell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Galvao is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Wexell.#T1#
Wexell throws a lazy right hand but Galvao sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
As Wexell tries to get set, Galvao tries to push him back and clinch up but Wexell manages to avoid the attempt.
Galvao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wexell.
Galvao tries to counter by clinching up but Wexell breaks away and moves out of range.
Wexell misses with a few strikes there.
Wexell loads up on a big right hand but Galvao slips the punch.
Wexell throws a big shot that misses.
Wexell throws a series of punches but Galvao moves out of range.
Wexell keeps the fight on the outside.
A little jabbing left from Wexell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wexell 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.
Wexell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Galvao.
Galvao looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Wexell misses with an uppercut.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Wexell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
As Wexell tries to get set, Galvao tries to push him back and clinch up but Wexell manages to avoid the attempt.
Galvao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wexell.
As Wexell tries to get set, Galvao tries to push him back and clinch up but Wexell manages to avoid the attempt.
Wexell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Wexell. That snapped Galvao's head back.
Wexell misses with a straight left.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wexell.
Wexell swats away the attempt to clinch by Galvao.
Wexell throws a lazy right hand but Galvao sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wexell cracks Galvao with an open hand slap.
Wexell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wexell misses with a straight left. #T3#
Galvao moves in looking to clinch but Wexell pushes him off.
Wexell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Galvao tries to clinch up.
Galvao looks to land a left hand but Wexell moved out of range nicely.
Wexell throws an overhand right that lands on Galvao's shoulder, as Galvao tries to avoid the shot.
Wexell keeps the fight on the outside.
Wexell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wexell misses with a straight left.
Wexell throws a shot from downtown. Galvao moves away and avoids it.
Wexell throws out a loose jab but Galvao uses good head movement to avoid it.
Galvao ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Galvao moves out of range as Wexell strikes.
Wexell 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.#T4#
Galvao misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - Wexell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Galvao seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Wexell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Galvao throws a hook to the side of Wexell's head but Wexell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wexell misses with an uppercut.
Galvao seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Wexell throws a big shot that misses.
Galvao seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Galvao wants to clinch up but Wexell keeps it at a distance.
Galvao's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wexell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Galvao scrambles back to his feet.
Galvao uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wexell.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A big left from Wexell misses.
Wexell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kristoffer Wexell dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Wexell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Galvao uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wexell.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Wexell and move into the clinch.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wexell.
As Wexell tries to get set, Galvao tries to push him back and clinch up but Wexell manages to avoid the attempt.
A slow jab from Wexell misses its intended target.
Wexell throws a jab but it's blocked by Galvao.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Wexell and move into the clinch.
Wexell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wexell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Galvao slips a straight right by Wexell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Wexell misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Wexell misses the target.
Wexell connects with the punch.
Galvao slips a straight right by Wexell.
Kristoffer Wexell seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1##CL#
Galvao rushes Wexell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Galvao misses with a body punch.
Galvao struggles to land a body shot inside as Wexell controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Wexell fails to land.
Wexell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Galvao tries to pull guard but Wexell forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Galvao stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Wexell fails to land.
Galvao misses with a body punch.
Galvao tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Wexell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wexell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wexell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Galvao tries a body shot but Wexell blocks it.
#BC2#
Wexell breaks from the clinch.
Wexell throws a nice looking combination but Galvao bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wexell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Galvao ducks under a wild hook from Wexell.
A big left from Galvao misses. #T2#
A big right from Wexell misses.
Galvao moves away from the strike by Wexell.
Wexell looks to land a left hand but Galvao moved out of range nicely.
Galvao seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Wexell missing with a left hand there. Galvao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kristoffer Wexell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wexell misses with a straight right.
Wexell is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Wexell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wexell throws a jab when Galvao was well out of range.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Galvao looks to score with a jab to the body but Wexell is just out of range.
Galvao uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wexell.
Galvao blocks a jab.#T3#
Wexell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wexell throws a hook but Galvao blocks it.
Wexell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Galvao.
Wexell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Galvao.
Galvao seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Galvao tries to clinch but Wexell is having none of it.
Wexell lands with an uppercut that bounces Galvao off the cage and back into range.
Wexell throws a shot from downtown. Galvao moves away and avoids it.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Galvao waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wexell.
Galvao throws a hook to the side of Wexell's head but Wexell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wexell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Galvao ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Wexell.
Galvao tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wexell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Galvao slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Galvao slips under a jab from Wexell.
Galvao tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wexell throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL#
and Galvao moves into the clinch.
Wexell prevents a body shot from Galvao.
Galvao can't find room to land a body shot as Wexell controls the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wexell scores with a shot to the side of Galvao's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wexell has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Galvao has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Wexell uses from the top position.
Galvao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Galvao keeping moving, preventing Wexell from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kristoffer Wexell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Wexell throws an overhand right that lands on Galvao's shoulder, as Galvao tries to avoid the shot.
Wexell misses with a hook. Galvao ducked under it nicely.
Galvao moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Galvao moves out of range of the strikes.
Galvao moves away from the strike by Wexell.
Galvao tries to counter by clinching up but Wexell breaks away and moves out of range.
Wexell throws out a loose jab but Galvao uses good head movement to avoid it.
Galvao tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Wexell manages to circle out of the way.
Galvao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wexell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Galvao.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wexell misses the jab.
Galvao avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Galvao is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Wexell.
A big left from Galvao misses. #T1#
Galvao moves out of range of the strikes.
Wexell throws a hook but Galvao avoids it easily.
Galvao slips a jab from Wexell.
Wexell lands a lovely overhand right.
Galvao tries to clinch but Wexell is having none of it.
Galvao fails with an attempt to clinch.
Galvao tries to clinch up.
Wexell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wexell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wexell missing with a left hand there. Galvao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Galvao ducks under a wild hook from Wexell.
Galvao ducks under a wild hook from Wexell.
Jose Galvao has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Galvao tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wexell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wexell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Galvao.
Galvao tries to counter by clinching up but Wexell breaks away and moves out of range.
Wexell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Galvao is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Wexell.
Galvao blocks a jab.
Galvao displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wexell throws out the jab.
Galvao gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Wexell.
Wexell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wexell throws the left hand but Galvao avoids the punch easily.
Galvao tries to counter by clinching up but Wexell breaks away and moves out of range.
Wexell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Galvao.
Wexell misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Galvao counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Galvao tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wexell smiles and moves away.
#T3#
Wexell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Galvao misses with a lunging right hand
and Wexell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wexell lands a glancing blow to the side of Galvao's head.
Wexell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wexell with a nice cross.
Wexell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Galvao tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wexell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wexell.
Galvao misses with a hook. Wexell ducked under it nicely.
Wexell throws an overhand right that lands on Galvao's shoulder, as Galvao tries to avoid the shot.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Wexell throws a jab but it's blocked by Galvao. #T4#
Galvao misses with an uppercut. Wexell saw that one coming.
Wexell is looking for the big counter here.
Wexell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Galvao sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wexell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wexell looks to land a left hand but Galvao moved out of range nicely.
Galvao tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wexell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wexell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wexell misses with a straight left.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Wexell and move into the clinch.
Wexell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Galvao sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Galvao slips under a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Galvao 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 are loving this. Great action here.
Galvao fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kristoffer Wexell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wexell closes the distance and lands a one-two.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kristoffer Wexell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Wexell 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kristoffer Wexell! |
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Event:
Highland 45
Date: May 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Galvao wants to clinch up but Montoya keeps it at a distance.
Montoya connects with a body shot.
Montoya throws a low kick but Galvao avoids it.
Galvao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Galvao backs away, Montoya returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Montoya throws a low kick but it's checked well by Galvao.
Galvao steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Montoya.
Galvao looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Galvao takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL2#
Galvao darts in and clinches Montoya up against the cage.
Galvao fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Montoya.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Montoya creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Montoya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Montoya lands a nice hook to Galvao's body. Galvao takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Galvao misses with a right hand
and Montoya connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Galvao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Galvao steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Montoya.
Montoya throws a right and a left that Galvao avoids nicely.
Montoya defending well as Galvao loads up on a big left hand.
Montoya connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Galvao takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Montoya lands a right hook to the body.
Montoya connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Galvao has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Montoya ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Galvao on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Montoya. Montoya obviously looking to wear him down.
Montoya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Galvao.
Galvao tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Montoya counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Montoya lands a body shot.
Montoya throws a low kick but Galvao moves out of range easily.
Galvao steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Montoya.
Montoya misses with a low kick.
Montoya takes a swing at Galvao's ribcage but misses.
Montoya connects with a right hand. Galvao shakes it off.#CL2#
Galvao forces Montoya back against the cage and clinches.
Montoya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2#
Galvao jumps guard and drags Montoya to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T3#
Montoya seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Galvao controls Montoya momentarily but Montoya frees himself.
Montoya has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Galvao looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Galvao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Montoya doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Galvao is tightening it up a little... Montoya has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Montoya reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Montoya taps out! Nice BJJ there by Galvao!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jose Galvao!
Jose Galvao thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Highland 35
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Kivi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheers as Kivi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Galvao doesn't seem phased though.
Kivi throws a right hand that Galvao ducks under and follows up with a left that Galvao also avoids with ease.
Keke Kivi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kivi misses with an uppercut. Galvao saw that one coming.
Kivi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kivi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kivi throws a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Kivi.
Galvao takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Galvao walks into a stiff left hand from Kivi.#ROC#Galvao is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Galvao bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Kivi comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Galvao falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Galvao was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Keke Kivi!
Keke Kivi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Highland 31
Date: Apr 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Galvao shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Galvao moves out of range as Bates strikes.
Galvao looks to score with a jab to the body but Bates is just out of range.
Bates ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Steve Bates seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bates slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bates missing with a left hand there. Galvao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bates throws a body shot but no joy.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Galvao slips a jab and a cross from Bates.
Galvao wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bates throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bates swings for the body but Galvao moves out of range.
Bates throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Galvao sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Bates does no damage.
Galvao tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bates manages to circle out of the way.
Galvao slips under a jab from Bates.
Bates keeps the fight on the outside.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Bates 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.
A punch lands to the side of Galvao 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Galvao definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Galvao avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Bates is looking to chop away at Galvao's legs.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Bates and move into the clinch.#CL#
Galvao takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Bates breaks from the clinch.
Bates misses with a body shot.
Galvao is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bates.
Galvao displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bates throws out the jab.
Bates throws a leg kick but Galvao sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bates looks to score with a jab to the body but Galvao is just out of range.
Galvao is looking to counter the offense by Bates and move into the clinch.
Galvao throws a shot from downtown. Bates moves away and avoids it.
Galvao avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Galvao tries to counter by clinching up but Bates breaks away and moves out of range.
Galvao is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bates looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bates avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bates.
Galvao tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bates manages to circle out of the way.#CL2#
Bates darts in and clinches Galvao up against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Bates breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bates throws a big shot that misses.
Nice cross by Bates.
Bates moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bates throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bates. Galvao does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Bates pushes Galvao up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Galvao avoids a wild elbow strike from Bates.#TD#
Galvao pulls Bates into guard.
#SUB#
Bates is sitting in close to Galvao's body. Galvao has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Bates is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Bates is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Galvao.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jose Galvao!
Jose Galvao tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
Highland 19
Date: Apr 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Crackudo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Galvao.
Crackudo misses with an uppercut. Galvao saw that one coming.
Crackudo looks to land a right hand but Galvao moved out of range.
Crackudo misses with a looping right.
Galvao moves out of range as Crackudo strikes.
A slow jab from Galvao misses its intended target.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Galvao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Crackudo.
Galvao's coach down at Hardcore Island MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Galvao's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Crackudo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Galvao.
Galvao tries to counter with a clinch but Crackudo shakes him off and moves away.
Crackudo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Galvao sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Crackudo throws a hook but Galvao avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crackudo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Galvao moves out of range as Crackudo strikes.
Galvao moves away from the strike by Crackudo.
Galvao staying out of range there.
Galvao ducks under a wild hook from Crackudo.
Galvao tries to counter by closing the distance.
Vai Crackudo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A decent looking cross lands there for Crackudo.#T1#
Galvao moves away from the strike by Crackudo.
Galvao slips under a jab from Crackudo.
Crackudo sets himself, and Galvao steps forward looking for the clinch! Crackudo avoids it this time.
Crackudo throws a jab when Galvao was well out of range.
Crackudo works the jab nicely.
Crackudo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Galvao ducks under a wild hook from Crackudo.
Galvao takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Crackudo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Galvao slips a jab from Crackudo.
Crackudo misses with a straight left.
I'm just looking down at my notes here and I see that.... oh! Crackudo has cracked Galvao with a big right, followed by a left! He's out on his feet! Crackudo lands another huge swinging hook and Galvao tumbles to the canvas! The ref dives in to save Galvao, before Crackudo can land any more shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vai Crackudo!
Vai Crackudo 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 12, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Ziskie gets a double leg takedown into Galvao's guard.#SUB2#
Ziskie avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziskie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Galvao is keeping the position for now.
Ziskie stands and throws Galvao's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ziskie looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Galvao is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Galvao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ziskie throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Galvao works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Ziskie not doing much here.
#T1#
Galvao trying to control here.
Ziskie prevents Galvao from improving his position.
Ziskie wants to control but Galvao is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Galvao manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ziskie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Galvao is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Ziskie is posturing up here but Galvao has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Ziskie tries to roll out but it's too tight and Ziskie has to tap! Slick submission there by Galvao!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jose Galvao! |
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