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Event:
D.F.C. 13
Date: Sep 03, 2021 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo shoots for a takedown but Georgeos Kongo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Georgeos Kongo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dave Kongo is fending him off so far but Georgeos Kongo persists. Nope, Dave Kongo circles away and we're back to standing.
Dave Kongo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Georgeos Kongo but Georgeos Kongo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Georgeos Kongo rushes Dave Kongo and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Georgeos Kongo gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dave Kongo trying to hold on to Georgeos Kongo's head to control him but Georgeos Kongo postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo keeping control of the position.
Dave Kongo is refusing to be controlled, as Georgeos Kongo sits in half guard. #T1#
Dave Kongo wants to control but Georgeos Kongo is keeping busy.
Dave Kongo is trying to stand up here but Georgeos Kongo is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Georgeos Kongo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dave Kongo sees it coming and defends easily.
Dave Kongo is trying to get back to full guard.
Georgeos Kongo winds up and cracks Dave Kongo with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dave Kongo is staying active underneath Georgeos Kongo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Georgeos Kongo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dave Kongo wants to control but Georgeos Kongo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dave Kongo missing with punches from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dave Kongo with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Georgeos Kongo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dave Kongo is trying to stand back up but Georgeos Kongo is controlling him
Dave Kongo is looking for a sweep. Georgeos Kongo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Georgeos Kongo wants to control but Dave Kongo is keeping him busy. #T3#
Dave Kongo looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Dave Kongo is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Georgeos Kongo is tapping! Great win for Dave Kongo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dave Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 12
Date: Aug 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Eddie Kongo takes a swing at Dave Kongo's ribcage but misses.
Eddie Kongo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dave Kongo counters with a straight right hand.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Eddie Kongo shows good takedown defense.
Dave Kongo stuffs the takedown.
Dave Kongo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Eddie Kongo.
Eddie Kongo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dave Kongo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Eddie Kongo somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dave Kongo shoots in but no luck this time.
A head kick misses from Dave Kongo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dave Kongo unleashes a big counter combination but Eddie Kongo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Dave Kongo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A bit of stalling here from Dave Kongo.
The referee calls for Dave Kongo to work.
#T1#
Eddie Kongo is trying to force a seperation but Dave Kongo has the dominant position.
Dave Kongo has Eddie Kongo pressed against the cage.
Eddie Kongo is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Eddie Kongo is looking for a takedown.
Dave Kongo misses with a knee strike.
Eddie Kongo is trying to pull guard but Dave Kongo turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Eddie Kongo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dave Kongo has him pressed against the cage.
Dave Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Eddie Kongo after a bit of a struggle.
Dave Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Eddie Kongo avoiding damage as Dave Kongo throws knees to the body.
Eddie Kongo working hard to break the clinch.
Dave Kongo pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2##BC#
Eddie Kongo breaks the clinch.
Dave Kongo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Eddie Kongo.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a double leg but Eddie Kongo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Eddie Kongo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dave Kongo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Eddie Kongo is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Dave Kongo has Eddie Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dave Kongo.#T3#
Eddie Kongo is trying to break free.#BC2#
Dave Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No luck for Eddie Kongo with that takedown attempt.
Eddie Kongo shoots in but Dave Kongo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a double leg but Dave Kongo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dave Kongo throws a counter combo.
Dave Kongo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Eddie Kongo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Eddie Kongo fails to land the takedown.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Eddie Kongo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
Dave Kongo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A quick step to the side and Eddie Kongo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Eddie Kongo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dave Kongo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Eddie Kongo somewhat.#CL2#
Dave Kongo clinches with his opponent.
Dave Kongo is working for takedown but Eddie Kongo is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dave Kongo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Eddie Kongo smiles and moves away.
Dave Kongo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Eddie Kongo is fending him off so far but Dave Kongo persists. Nope, Eddie Kongo circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Eddie Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Dave Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dave Kongo is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Eddie Kongo is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Kongo dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dave Kongo.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dave Kongo sprawls well. Dave Kongo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Eddie Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Dave Kongo misses with a body kick.
Eddie Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Dave Kongo tries to sprawl out of it but Eddie Kongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dave Kongo 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.
Eddie Kongo shoots in and drives through. Dave Kongo sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dave Kongo throws a head kick but Eddie Kongo moves out of range.
Eddie Kongo blocks a leg kick.
Dave Kongo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Eddie Kongo. #T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dave Kongo is defended easily by Eddie Kongo.
Dave Kongo misses with a takedown attempt - Eddie Kongo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Eddie Kongo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dave Kongo manages to circle out of the way.
Dave Kongo dodges the punch combination from Eddie Kongo.
Dave Kongo misses with a combination
and Eddie Kongo counters with a series of strikes. Dave Kongo will be more careful next time no doubt.
Eddie Kongo leaves Dave Kongo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Dave Kongo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Eddie Kongo did well to prevent Dave Kongo getting side control.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Eddie Kongo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Eddie Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Eddie Kongo is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Eddie Kongo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Dave Kongo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Eddie Kongo passes into side control.
Eddie Kongo working the body and head with strikes. #T3#
Dave Kongo takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Eddie Kongo lands a few punches from side control.
Dave Kongo is looking to regain half guard here but Eddie Kongo keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Eddie Kongo stalls from top position.
Dave Kongo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dave Kongo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dave Kongo struggling a bit here.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU#
Eddie Kongo stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Dave Kongo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Eddie Kongo doesn't manage to clinch there - Dave Kongo circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Dave Kongo rushes Eddie Kongo and presses him up against the cage.
Eddie Kongo is trying to pull guard but Dave Kongo turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Dave Kongo is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eddie Kongo dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Eddie Kongo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Dave Kongo moves into the clinch.
Eddie Kongo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dave Kongo walks away with a smile on his face. Eddie Kongo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dave Kongo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dave Kongo shoots in and drives through. Eddie Kongo sprawls well.
Eddie Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dave Kongo's waist but Dave Kongo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Eddie Kongo off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dave Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Dave Kongo has managed to clinch.
Eddie Kongo is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dave Kongo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eddie Kongo jumps guard but Dave Kongo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Come on Dave Kongo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Dave Kongo stalls. #T1#
Dave Kongo dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Eddie Kongo looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2#
Dave Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Dave Kongo has Eddie Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Dave Kongo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Eddie Kongo is defending well for now.#BC2#
Dave Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Eddie Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dave Kongo's waist but Dave Kongo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Eddie Kongo off to one side.
Dave Kongo dives in and grabs Eddie Kongo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Eddie Kongo pushes down on Dave Kongo's head and hops out.
Eddie Kongo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Eddie Kongo shoots in and drives through. Dave Kongo sprawls well.#T2##CL2#
Dave Kongo moves into the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Dave Kongo just misses with a elbow thrown towards Eddie Kongo's brow.
Dave Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Eddie Kongo after a bit of a struggle.
Eddie Kongo managing to block the knees to the body from Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Eddie Kongo is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dave Kongo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dave Kongo leaning against his opponent.
Dave Kongo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Eddie Kongo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dave Kongo stalls. #TD#
Eddie Kongo manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T3#
Dave Kongo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Eddie Kongo pulls Dave Kongo in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Eddie Kongo looking for a guillotine here but Dave Kongo defends easily.
#SUB#
Eddie Kongo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dave Kongo is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dave Kongo wants to stand but Eddie Kongo is controlling his posture from full guard.
Dave Kongo trying to control but Eddie Kongo is working from the bottom.
Dave Kongo being controlled here momentarily.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Eddie Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dave Kongo moves in looking to clinch but Eddie Kongo pushes him off.
Eddie Kongo appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Dave Kongo rushes Eddie Kongo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dave Kongo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dave Kongo has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 11
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Dave Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Abe Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dave Kongo wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2#
Abe Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Dave Kongo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Abe Kongo - the referee stops the clock and Dave Kongo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Abe Kongo. Dave Kongo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Abe Kongo connects with an inside leg kick.
Dave Kongo wants to clinch up but Abe Kongo keeps it at a distance.
Dave Kongo throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Abe Kongo has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Abe Kongo ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Abe Kongo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Abe Kongo 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.
Abe Kongo pulls Dave Kongo in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Abe Kongo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Abe Kongo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Dave Kongo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SU2#
Abe Kongo stands up from Dave Kongo's guard - Abe Kongo perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2#
Abe Kongo drives through and clinches with Dave Kongo against the cage.
Abe Kongo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dave Kongo looking to slow down the pace here.
A short body shot lands from Abe Kongo as the two fighters clinch.
#TD#
Dave Kongo drags the fight down to the ground.
Abe Kongo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Abe Kongo is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Dave Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dave Kongo tries to get out of the position.
Abe Kongo controlling the pace.
Dave Kongo tries to roll over but Abe Kongo keeps him under control.#T2#
Dave Kongo wants to sweep but Abe Kongo has passed to side control!
Abe Kongo remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SU2#
Abe Kongo decides to stand back up. Abe Kongo steps back and let's Dave Kongo get back to his feet.#CL2#
Abe Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dave Kongo, pushing him back against the cage.
Abe Kongo looking for a takedown.
Abe Kongo has Dave Kongo pressed against the cage.
#TD2#
Abe Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Dave Kongo to the mat.
Dave Kongo trying to control but Abe Kongo is working from the bottom. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dave Kongo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Abe Kongo wants to get back to his feet but Dave Kongo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dave Kongo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Abe Kongo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dave Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but Abe Kongo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Abe Kongo content to stall in guard here.
Let's hope that Abe Kongo has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Abe Kongo.#SUB#
Abe Kongo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Dave Kongo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Abe Kongo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Abe Kongo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU2#
Abe Kongo gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abe Kongo goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Kongo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Abe Kongo throws a series of punches but Dave Kongo avoids them all with ease.
Dave Kongo shoots for a takedown but Abe Kongo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dave Kongo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Abe Kongo defends well and Dave Kongo ends up having to push Abe Kongo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Abe Kongo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dave Kongo uses from the top position.
Abe Kongo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Abe Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
Abe Kongo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dave Kongo's guard. #REVB#
Dave Kongo trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Dave Kongo is working an open guard so Abe Kongo takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dave Kongo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Abe Kongo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dave Kongo throws a sloppy head kick and Abe Kongo moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Abe Kongo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1##TD2#
Abe Kongo gets control of Dave Kongo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Abe Kongo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Dave Kongo trying to control but Abe Kongo is working from the bottom.
Dave Kongo is stalling in the full guard.
Dave Kongo wants to control from the top but Abe Kongo keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Abe Kongo is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Dave Kongo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
Dave Kongo is trying to control the position but Abe Kongo postures up.
Dave Kongo being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Dave Kongo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Abe Kongo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Abe Kongo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Abe Kongo wants to stand but Dave Kongo is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU2#
Abe Kongo gets to his feet - Dave Kongo follows without any prompting. #T3##CL2#
Abe Kongo moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Abe Kongo successfully pulls guard.
Abe Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully. #SU#
Dave Kongo gets to his feet. Abe Kongo looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dave Kongo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Abe Kongo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dave Kongo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abe Kongo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T4##CL2#
Abe Kongo has closed the distance and engaged Dave Kongo in a clinch.
Dave Kongo has had enough of the clinch but Abe Kongo keeps him there for the moment.
Abe Kongo fails to pull guard.
Abe Kongo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dave Kongo misses with an elbow strike.
#BC2#
Abe Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Abe Kongo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dave Kongo's hands.
Dave Kongo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Abe Kongo rushes Dave Kongo and presses him up against the cage.
Abe Kongo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dave Kongo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#BC2#
Abe Kongo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abe Kongo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dave Kongo pinned against the cage. Dave Kongo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Abe Kongo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dave Kongo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Kongo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Abe Kongo has Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC2#
Abe Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Dave Kongo goes for a double leg but Abe Kongo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Abe Kongo continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Abe Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Abe Kongo tests Dave Kongo's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Dave Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Abe Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dave Kongo tries to land knees in the clinch but Abe Kongo avoids the damage to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo trying to control the position but instead, Abe Kongo has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dave Kongo into the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Abe Kongo.
Abe Kongo jumps guard but Dave Kongo stands there with Abe Kongo around his waist. Abe Kongo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T1##TD2#
Abe Kongo gets control of Dave Kongo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Abe Kongo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Dave Kongo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Abe Kongo keeping full guard, as Dave Kongo tries to pass. #SU#
Dave Kongo gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Abe Kongo stuffs the takedown.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Abe Kongo checks a leg kick. #T2##CL2#
Abe Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dave Kongo, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Abe Kongo successfully pulls guard.
Abe Kongo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dave Kongo is one step ahead there.
Abe Kongo wants to stand but Dave Kongo is controlling the position.
Abe Kongo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dave Kongo has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dave Kongo is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Abe Kongo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Abe Kongo has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T3#
Abe Kongo stands and throws Dave Kongo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dave Kongo is looking to reverse the position.
Abe Kongo controls the position.
Dave Kongo is looking to reverse the position.
Abe Kongo is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dave Kongo will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dave Kongo can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dave Kongo is trying to get back to half guard.#SU2#
Abe Kongo decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Dave Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown but Abe Kongo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dave Kongo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Dave Kongo misses.
Dave Kongo dives in for a single leg takedown but Abe Kongo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Abe Kongo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dave Kongo uses from the top position. #ES2#
Abe Kongo has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dave Kongo off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Abe Kongo clinches.
Dave Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Abe Kongo lands an elbow inside that Dave Kongo shrugs off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abe Kongo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Abe Kongo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abe Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 10 - 205 Championship
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dave Kongo is defended easily by Lasse Kongo.
Dave Kongo fails with the takedown#CL#
and Lasse Kongo counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Lasse Kongo jumps guard.
Dave Kongo scoring with some ground and pound.
Lasse Kongo is looking to stand up but Dave Kongo isn't so interested in that idea.
Lasse Kongo is trying to control the position but Dave Kongo postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo controlling from the top position.
Lasse Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
Lasse Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1##SUB#
Lasse Kongo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dave Kongo defends it easily.
Dave Kongo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Dave Kongo has passed into half guard!
Dave Kongo trying to control from half guard but Lasse Kongo is working away.
Dave Kongo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lasse Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lasse Kongo tries to get out of the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lasse Kongo is not content to let Dave Kongo control the position.
Dave Kongo slows the pace down in half guard.
Lasse Kongo trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dave Kongo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lasse Kongo's head.
Lasse Kongo is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dave Kongo is looking to take a break and control but Lasse Kongo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Dave Kongo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lasse Kongo.
Dave Kongo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Lasse Kongo moves into the clinch.
Lasse Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo is looking for a takedown.
Our sources have told us that Lasse Kongo has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Dave Kongo is looking to control Lasse Kongo's arms but Lasse Kongo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dave Kongo has his back to the cage.
Dave Kongo tries to score a body lock takedown but Lasse Kongo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dave Kongo is trying to push Lasse Kongo away but Lasse Kongo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Lasse Kongo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lasse Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but Dave Kongo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lasse Kongo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dave Kongo on the ground.
Dave Kongo looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Dave Kongo wants to sweep here but Lasse Kongo controlling him for the moment.
Dave Kongo is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Dave Kongo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lasse Kongo defends it easily.
Dave Kongo throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Dave Kongo is trying to control the position but Lasse Kongo postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lasse Kongo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dave Kongo throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Lasse Kongo has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dave Kongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lasse Kongo is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dave Kongo throws a sloppy head kick and Lasse Kongo moves out of range easily. #CL#
Lasse Kongo has Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Dave Kongo wants a takedown but no success here.
Dave Kongo tries to pull guard but Lasse Kongo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lasse Kongo wants the takedown. Dave Kongo is fighting it off but Lasse Kongo persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dave Kongo's guard against the cage.
Dave Kongo throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Dave Kongo keeping full guard, as Lasse Kongo tries to pass.
Dave Kongo wants to sweep here but Lasse Kongo controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasse Kongo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dave Kongo looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dave Kongo looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dave Kongo! #REVB##T1#
Dave Kongo trying to control the position but Lasse Kongo is working away.
My spies in Cozad MMA Hilo inform me that Dave Kongo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dave Kongo advances to mount.
Lasse Kongo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lasse Kongo is working hard here to advance position.
Dave Kongo tries to control but Lasse Kongo wriggling away. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lasse Kongo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lasse Kongo is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lasse Kongo wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Dave Kongo has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Lasse Kongo! Can he survive? No! He's out! Dave Kongo 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 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 9
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Winchester shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Winchester attempts a counter takedown but Kongo avoids it well and moves away.
Winchester looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Kongo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kongo with a poor takedown #CL#
and Winchester counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Winchester lands a shot to the body.
Winchester pushes Kongo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Winchester has him pressed against the cage.
Dean Winchester has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Winchester lands an uppercut.
Kongo wants to take the fight to the mat but Winchester manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Winchester tightens his grip and picks Kongo up, before dumping him to the ground. Kongo manages to land in guard.
Winchester lands a couple of digs.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kongo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Winchester content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Winchester working some strikes from top position.
Winchester postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Winchester throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Winchester throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kongo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Winchester postures up in Kongo's guard and throws a big left but Kongo blocks it.
Winchester is working Kongo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Winchester working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Winchester connects with a couple of short punches.
Winchester lands a couple of elbows.#ROC#Kongo is rocked!
Winchester arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Kongo's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dean Winchester!
Dean Winchester bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
D.F.C. 8
Date: Jun 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Faria fails to land with a series of punches.
Faria looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Kongo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Faria sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kongo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Faria.
Faria wants to clinch.
Kongo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Faria checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Faria swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Faria shoots in for a takedown but Kongo shows good takedown defense.
Kongo throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Faria fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruna Faria. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kongo dives in and grabs Faria's left leg, looking for a takedown. Faria pushes down on Kongo's head and hops out.
Faria throws a counter high kick but Kongo was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kongo shoots in for a double leg but Faria sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Faria tries to counter with a takedown but Kongo is quick to defend against it.
Faria stuffs the takedown attempt from Kongo. Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Faria thows a leg kick but Kongo checks it
and Kongo counters with a three punch combo that has Faria backing up. Faria nods at Kongo to acknowledge the strikes.
Faria has been working on his balance at SISU Fight gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Kongo.
Kongo wants to clinch.
Faria shoots in but Kongo avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Kongo moves into the clinch.#T2#
Kongo looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Faria has him pressed against the cage.
Faria crunches a lovely knee into Kongo's ribcage.
Kongo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kongo prevents the takedown attempt.
Kongo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Faria walks away with a smile on his face. Kongo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Kongo gets a clinch.
Kongo gets underhooks to prevent Faria's takedown attempt.
Kongo wants to break the clinch but can't.
Faria is looking to control Kongo's arms but Kongo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Faria has his back to the cage.
Kongo is looking for a takedown.#T3##BC#
Faria pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kongo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Faria. #TD2#
Kongo shoots in and bounces Faria off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kongo sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like Kongo might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T4#
Kongo is looking to stand up but Faria won't let him.
Kongo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kongo wants to pass the guard but Faria is keeping the position.
Kongo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Faria. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kongo 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.
Kongo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Kongo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kongo wants to stand but Faria has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Kongo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kongo tries to clinch up but Faria circles away and keeps his distance.
Kongo misses with a takedown
and Faria counters with a stiff right hand.
Kongo throws a hook but Faria avoids it easily.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kongo tries to clinch but Faria is having none of it.
Faria went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kongo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bruna Faria has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo wants to clinch but Faria slips to the side
and Faria counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Faria closes the distance and clinches up with Kongo, looking for a takedown. Faria pushes Kongo against the cage but Kongo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Kongo decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Faria tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Faria is looking for a sweep. Kongo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kongo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ground and pound from Kongo.
Kongo is controlling the pace.
Faria tries to roll over but Kongo keeps him under control.
Kongo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Faria knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Kongo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kongo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kongo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Faria sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Faria throws a big counter combination but Kongo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Faria tries a head kick but it misses.
Kongo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Kongo closes the distance and clinches.
Kongo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Faria fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T3#
Kongo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kongo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Faria manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kongo leaves Faria with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kongo fails to land the takedown.
Faria shoots in looking for a takedown. Kongo tries to sprawl out of it but Faria keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kongo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kongo goes for a double leg but Faria avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Faria continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Kongo has managed to clinch.
#T4#
Kongo tries to break free but Faria pushes him back against the cage.
Kongo fails to pull guard.
Faria is pressed up against the cage. Kongo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Faria down to the mat. Faria avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Faria tries to sprawl out of it but Kongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Faria manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Faria is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kongo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kongo works Faria's body with a nice hook.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
No luck for Kongo with that takedown attempt.
Kongo tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Faria counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kongo won't be happy with that.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bruna Faria will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Faria takes the fight into the clinch.
Faria is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kongo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Faria turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kongo wants to break free but Faria has control.
Faria keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kongo's efforts to push away.
Kongo fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Faria turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Faria manages to end up in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Faria throws an elbow but Kongo slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kongo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Faria wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1##SUB#
Faria tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Faria has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kongo is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Faria working away.
Faria sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kongo is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kongo trying his best to control but Faria has mounted him.
Kongo looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB#
Faria is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kongo is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bruna Faria! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 7
Date: May 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Eddie Kongo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Eddie Kongo throws a leg kick but Dave Kongo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch there but Dave Kongo circles away.
Dave Kongo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Eddie Kongo throws the kick towards the body but Dave Kongo avoids it.
Dave Kongo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Dave Kongo darts in and clinches Eddie Kongo up against the cage.
Dave Kongo misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eddie Kongo tries to break the clinch but Dave Kongo is controlling the position.
Eddie Kongo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dave Kongo prevents it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T1#
Dave Kongo wants to get back to striking at distance but Eddie Kongo won't allow it.
Dave Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Eddie Kongo after a bit of a struggle.
Dave Kongo looks winded!
Eddie Kongo tries to break free but Dave Kongo pushes him back against the cage.
Dave Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Eddie Kongo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Eddie Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Eddie Kongo stalling against the cage.
#BC#
Eddie Kongo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dave Kongo is looking to clinch.
Eddie Kongo is looking to clinch but Dave Kongo is avoiding it.
As Eddie Kongo backs off Dave Kongo throws a huge counter combo but Eddie Kongo manages to avoid it all.
Dave Kongo wants to clinch
and Eddie Kongo counters with a three punch combo that has Dave Kongo backing up. Dave Kongo nods at Eddie Kongo to acknowledge the strikes.
Dave Kongo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Eddie Kongo.#T2#
Eddie Kongo lands a jab.
Eddie Kongo misses with a body kick.
Dave Kongo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dave Kongo but Dave Kongo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Eddie Kongo has a takedown stuffed.
Eddie Kongo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dave Kongo circles away.
Dave Kongo tries to clinch up.
Eddie Kongo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Eddie Kongo throws a low kick but Dave Kongo avoids it.
Dave Kongo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Eddie Kongo there.#T3#
Eddie Kongo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Dave Kongo dives in and grabs Eddie Kongo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Eddie Kongo pushes down on Dave Kongo's head and hops out.
Eddie Kongo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Eddie Kongo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Eddie Kongo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dave Kongo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Eddie Kongo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dave Kongo.
Eddie Kongo throws a low kick but Dave Kongo avoids it.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dave Kongo throws a combination that misses
and Eddie Kongo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Eddie Kongo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dave Kongo swivels and escapes.
Eddie Kongo misses with a low kick.
Dave Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dave Kongo is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dave Kongo shoots and misses
and Eddie Kongo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
Eddie Kongo shoots in and drives through. Dave Kongo sprawls well.
Eddie Kongo throws a combination. Dave Kongo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#It looks like Dave Kongo has been cut.
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch there but Dave Kongo circles away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dave Kongo checks a leg kick.
No luck for Eddie Kongo with that takedown attempt.
Eddie Kongo throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#ROC#Dave Kongo is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Eddie Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Dave Kongo tries to sprawl out of it but Eddie Kongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dave Kongo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dave Kongo is still on wobbly legs! Can Eddie Kongo finish him?
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Eddie Kongo is defended easily by Dave Kongo.
Eddie Kongo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dave Kongo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Eddie Kongo somewhat.#CL#
Eddie Kongo rushes Dave Kongo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eddie Kongo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dave Kongo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Eddie Kongo with a poor takedown
and Dave Kongo counters with a stiff right hand.
Dave Kongo seems to have recovered his senses.
Eddie Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Eddie Kongo stuffs the takedown attempt from Dave Kongo. Dave Kongo gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Eddie Kongo moves into the clinch successfully.
Dave Kongo taking a breather.
Eddie Kongo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dave Kongo can do to turn this around?
Dave Kongo manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dave Kongo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Eddie Kongo smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eddie Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dave Kongo's waist but Dave Kongo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Eddie Kongo off to one side.
Dave Kongo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Eddie Kongo defends it well.
Dave Kongo is breathing heavily.
Eddie Kongo shoots in and drives through. Dave Kongo sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Eddie Kongo misses with a head kick.
#T1#
Eddie Kongo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dave Kongo throws a low kick, looking for Eddie Kongo's leg but Eddie Kongo calmly moves out of range.
Dave Kongo tries to clinch but Eddie Kongo is having none of it.
Eddie Kongo tests Dave Kongo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Eddie Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dave Kongo's waist but Dave Kongo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Eddie Kongo off to one side.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dave Kongo sprawls well. Dave Kongo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Eddie Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Dave Kongo stuffs the takedown attempt from Eddie Kongo. Eddie Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Eddie Kongo as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Eddie Kongo fails with the takedown.
Dave Kongo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Eddie Kongo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Eddie Kongo wants it to stay on the feet.
Eddie Kongo looks to land a combination but Dave Kongo avoids it well.
A nice side step and Dave Kongo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dave Kongo throws a right hand that Eddie Kongo ducks under and follows up with a left that Eddie Kongo also avoids with ease.#CL#
Dave Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Eddie Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Eddie Kongo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Eddie Kongo drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dave Kongo pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T3#
Dave Kongo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dave Kongo throws out a leg kick but Eddie Kongo moves out of range and Dave Kongo only half commits.
Eddie Kongo tries a head kick but it misses.
Dave Kongo has a takedown stuffed.
It looked like Eddie Kongo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL#
Eddie Kongo pushes Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dave Kongo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Come on Eddie Kongo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Eddie Kongo fails to pull guard.
#T4#
Eddie Kongo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dave Kongo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dave Kongo keeps control of Eddie Kongo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dave Kongo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Eddie Kongo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dave Kongo prevents the takedown attempt.
Dave Kongo stops a takedown attempt from Eddie Kongo.
Dave Kongo is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dave Kongo can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Dave Kongo gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Eddie Kongo regains guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Eddie Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
Eddie Kongo wants to get back to his feet but Dave Kongo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Eddie Kongo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dave Kongo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Dave Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Eddie Kongo tries to sprawl out of it but Dave Kongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Eddie Kongo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Eddie Kongo fails to land the takedown.
Eddie Kongo goes for a double leg but Dave Kongo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dave Kongo continues to drive forward.
Dave Kongo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Eddie Kongo tries to stall but Dave Kongo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eddie Kongo is trying to pull guard but Dave Kongo has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dave Kongo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Eddie Kongo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dave Kongo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Eddie Kongo walks away with a smile on his face. Dave Kongo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dave Kongo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Eddie Kongo shoots for a double leg takedown but Dave Kongo sprawls well. He's pushed Eddie Kongo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch but Dave Kongo is having none of it.
Eddie Kongo fails with a takedown attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Eddie Kongo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Eddie Kongo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dave Kongo is fending him off so far but Eddie Kongo persists. Nope, Dave Kongo circles away and we're back to standing.
Eddie Kongo dives in for a single leg takedown but Dave Kongo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Eddie Kongo is looking to break free of the clinch but Dave Kongo has double underhooks. #TD#
Eddie Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Dave Kongo to the mat.
My spies in Cozad MMA Hilo inform me that Dave Kongo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dave Kongo trying to control but Eddie Kongo is working from the bottom. #T2#
Dave Kongo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dave Kongo postures up.
Eddie Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Eddie Kongo tries to get out of the position.
Dave Kongo prevents Eddie Kongo from getting back to his feet.
Dave Kongo trying to control but Eddie Kongo is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Eddie Kongo holds on and takes a little breather. #T3##SUB#
Eddie Kongo working for a triangle but Dave Kongo defends it easily.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Eddie Kongo is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Eddie Kongo looks for a takedown but Dave Kongo sprawls well.
Eddie Kongo shoots in for a double leg but Dave Kongo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Eddie Kongo throws a sloppy head kick and Dave Kongo moves out of range easily.
Eddie Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Dave Kongo tries to sprawl out of it but Eddie Kongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dave Kongo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dave Kongo misses with a few strikes there.
Dave Kongo lands a glancing blow to the side of Eddie Kongo's head.#T4#
Dave Kongo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Eddie Kongo wants to clinch up but Dave Kongo keeps it at a distance.
Eddie Kongo shoots for a double leg takedown but Dave Kongo sprawls well. He's pushed Eddie Kongo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dave Kongo stuns Eddie Kongo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Eddie Kongo throws a head kick but Dave Kongo moves out of range.
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch but Dave Kongo moves out of range.
Dave Kongo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dave Kongo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
No joy there for Eddie Kongo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
No luck for Eddie Kongo with that takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dave Kongo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Eddie Kongo 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Eddie Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C 6
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Abe Kongo blocks a head kick by Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Dave Kongo misses the jab.#CL#
Abe Kongo has managed to clinch.
Dave Kongo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
Abe Kongo manages to pull guard.
Abe Kongo trying to control the position here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dave Kongo working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#ES#
Abe Kongo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Abe Kongo breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Dave Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Abe Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Abe Kongo lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Abe Kongo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abe Kongo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T1##CL#
Abe Kongo has Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Abe Kongo. #TD#
Abe Kongo gets control of Dave Kongo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Abe Kongo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Abe Kongo trying to control the position here.
Abe Kongo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dave Kongo's guard. #REVR#
Abe Kongo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Abe Kongo looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2##SU#
Dave Kongo is working an open guard so Abe Kongo takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Dave Kongo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Abe Kongo with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Abe Kongo drives through and clinches with Dave Kongo against the cage.
Abe Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dave Kongo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dave Kongo takes a knee right on the jaw!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Abe Kongo lands a body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Abe Kongo. #CUT#It looks like Dave Kongo has been cut.
Abe Kongo controlling the action here for a moment.
#T3##TD#
Abe Kongo pulls guard successfully.
Abe Kongo trying to control the position here.
Dave Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but Abe Kongo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Abe Kongo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Abe Kongo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SU#
Abe Kongo stands up and waves to Dave Kongo to follow him. #T4##CL#
Abe Kongo pushes Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Dave Kongo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Abe Kongo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD#
Abe Kongo pulls guard successfully.
Dave Kongo is fighting to break Abe Kongo's control of his arms but Abe Kongo is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Abe Kongo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Abe Kongo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Abe Kongo forces his way into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Kongo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dave Kongo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL#
Abe Kongo closes the distance and clinches.
Abe Kongo is leaning against Dave Kongo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Abe Kongo pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD#
Abe Kongo pulls guard effortlessly.
Abe Kongo trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Dave Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but Abe Kongo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Abe Kongo wants to get up but he can't break Dave Kongo's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Abe Kongo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dave Kongo can do to turn this around?
Abe Kongo showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU#
Abe Kongo stands up and waves to Dave Kongo to follow him. #CL#
Abe Kongo closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
Abe Kongo lands with a left to the head.
Abe Kongo pushes Dave Kongo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC#
Abe Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Abe Kongo forces Dave Kongo back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Abe Kongo decides to pull guard.
Abe Kongo pulls Dave Kongo in close to prevent any damage.
Abe Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Abe Kongo tries to get out of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dave Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but Abe Kongo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3##SU#
Abe Kongo decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dave Kongo, up you get!
Abe Kongo swats away the attempt to clinch by Dave Kongo.#CL#
Abe Kongo clinches up with Dave Kongo and pushes him back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Abe Kongo.
Abe Kongo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dave Kongo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Abe Kongo.
Abe Kongo digs a right hand into Dave Kongo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dave Kongo's gas tank.
Abe Kongo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dave Kongo backwards. #TD#
Abe Kongo manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Dave Kongo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Abe Kongo is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Abe Kongo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dave Kongo manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Dave Kongo is trying to keep Abe Kongo in close.
Dave Kongo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SU#
Abe Kongo stands up from guard. Let's bang!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Abe Kongo has managed to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Abe Kongo.
A left hand lands to the body for Abe Kongo.
#BC#
Abe Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Kongo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dave Kongo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL#
Abe Kongo rushes Dave Kongo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Abe Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Dave Kongo to the mat.
Abe Kongo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dave Kongo manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Abe Kongo wanted to stand there but Dave Kongo had control of the position. #SU#
Abe Kongo stands and steps away. Dave Kongo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Abe Kongo with the inside leg kick.
Dave Kongo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo slips a jab and a cross from Abe Kongo.
#CL#
Dave Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Abe Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Abe Kongo jumps guard.
Dave Kongo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Dave Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but Abe Kongo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Abe Kongo has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dave Kongo is proving hard to escape from. #SU#
Abe Kongo gets to his feet. Dave Kongo looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
A low kick lands for Abe Kongo.
Dave Kongo misses with a takedown attempt - Abe Kongo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Abe Kongo throws a big counter combination but Dave Kongo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Abe Kongo moves into the clinch.#BC#
Abe Kongo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abe Kongo pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dave Kongo back to the cage. Abe Kongo follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Abe Kongo misses with a few strikes there.
Abe Kongo works over Dave Kongo's head and body with a nice combination.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Abe Kongo misses with a takedown attempt - Dave Kongo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Abe Kongo dips to his left and cracks Dave Kongo with an uppercut!#CL#
Abe Kongo rushes Dave Kongo and presses him up against the cage.
Dave Kongo takes a knee to the side of the body. #TD#
Abe Kongo pulls guard successfully.
Abe Kongo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Abe Kongo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Abe Kongo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dave Kongo's guard. #REVR#
Dave Kongo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SU#
Dave Kongo is working an open guard so Abe Kongo takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Abe Kongo goes for a double leg but Dave Kongo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dave Kongo continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abe Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Abe Kongo decides to pull guard. #T3#
Abe Kongo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Abe Kongo keeping full guard, as Dave Kongo tries to pass.
Abe Kongo wants to stand and escape but Dave Kongo is having none of it.
Abe Kongo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Abe Kongo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Abe Kongo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU#
Abe Kongo gets to his feet. Dave Kongo looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Dave Kongo gets tackled into the cage by Abe Kongo. Abe Kongo maintains the clinch.
Abe Kongo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Abe Kongo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Abe Kongo putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Dave Kongo in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#BC#
Abe Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Abe Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dave Kongo, pushing him back against the cage.
Dave Kongo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Abe Kongo lands a left hand.
#BC#
Abe Kongo manages to break the clinch.
Dave Kongo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Abe Kongo.
Dave Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Abe Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dave Kongo, pushing him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abe Kongo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Abe Kongo 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:24
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:24
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abe Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 5
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Kuula misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Kongo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kuula really is a fat lump.
Jeez, both these guys look absolutely knackered already, that's not a good sign!
Kongo tries to break free but Kuula pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Kuula ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kuula no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Kongo controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kongo tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuula is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuula controls Kongo momentarily but Kongo frees himself.
My spies in Cozad MMA Hilo inform me that Kongo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Kongo is sitting in close to Kuula's body. Kuula has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kongo is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kongo is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Kuula.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kalle Kuula! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 4
Date: May 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Kongo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jeez, both these guys look absolutely knackered already, that's not a good sign!
Kongo tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting OG counter with a right hand.
Kongo misses with a takedown attempt
and OG counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kongo cracks a nice hook into OG's ribs.
OG blocks a head kick by Kongo.
Kongo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
OG tests Kongo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kongo shoots in and drives through. OG sprawls well.
OG lunges at Kongo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kongo's hand.
Kongo walks into a jab.
Kongo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
OG lands a glancing blow to the side of Kongo's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
OG scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
OG circles away from the clinch attempt
and OG connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
OG lands a slapping body shot.
Kongo tries to clinch but fails miserably
and OG counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kongo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kongo fails with the takedown
and OG counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Triple OG has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
OG getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
OG ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Triple OG is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
OG defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kongo.
Nice cross by OG.#T2#
Kongo drops his hands momentarily and OG takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OG lands a nice shot that snaps Kongo's head back.
A head kick by Kongo misses
and OG counters with a left to the body.
OG with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kongo closes the distance but OG moves to the side
and OG counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kongo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from OG finds it's way round the side to connect with Kongo's head.
OG seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown but OG manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kongo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kongo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kongo misses with a takedown
and OG counters with a two punch combo.
Kongo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
OG shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kongo eats them both and turns towards OG to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kongo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kongo misses with a body shot.
Kongo misses with a takedown
and OG counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
OG scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kongo with a poor takedown
and OG counters with a nice uppercut.
OG lands with an uppercut that bounces Kongo off the cage and back into range.
OG is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kongo tries to clinch but OG moves out of range.
Kongo tries to clinch but OG moves away
and OG counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kongo thinking.
Kongo with a poor takedown
and OG counters with a nice body shot. #T4#
Kongo has his takedown stuffed
and Kongo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
OG scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kongo doesn't seem bothered though.
OG throws a jab when Kongo was well out of range.#CL2#
Kongo moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Kongo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kongo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kongo misses with a wild body shot.
OG scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch but OG swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
OG uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
OG 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.
Triple OG dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
OG avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Triple OG seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kongo tries to clinch up
letting OG counter with a right hand.
OG lands a nice shot to the body.
Kongo is looking to clinch.
Kongo tries to clinch up.
Kongo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. OG manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OG jabs Kongo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kongo misses with a takedown
and OG counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
OG scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Kongo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
OG swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kongo fails with an attempt to clinch.
OG avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kongo or perhaps it was just good defense by OG, which made it look bad.
OG connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kongo tries to clinch there but OG circles away.
Kongo scores with a sloppy right hand. OG should have avoided that one.
Kongo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
OG lands with a nice combination. Kongo backs away looking to recover.#T2#
Kongo tries to clinch but OG moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by OG. Beautiful body shot.
Kongo wants to clinch up but OG keeps it at a distance.
Kongo tries to clinch there but OG circles away.
OG jabs at Kongo's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kongo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
OG lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kongo at a distance.
OG shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kongo eats them both and turns towards OG to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kongo has his takedown stuffed
and OG counters with a straight right hand.
Triple OG has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
OG works the jab nicely.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but OG paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Kongo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
OG was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kongo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
OG avoids the body shot from Kongo.
Triple OG is winning the standup battle so far.
Kongo wants to clinch but OG slips to the side
and OG cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kongo has his takedown stuffed
and OG cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kongo shoots and misses
and OG counters with a stiff right hand.
OG lands with a hook. Kongo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
OG rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kongo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown but OG shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
OG swats away the attempt to clinch by Kongo.
Kongo throws a head kick that misses
and OG counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
OG bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kongo's head.
OG uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
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!
OG swats away the attempt to clinch by Kongo.
OG lands a nice shot to the body.
OG is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kongo can do to turn this around?
Kongo fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Triple OG dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
OG lands with a right hand.
Kongo tries to clinch there but OG circles away.
Kongo moves in looking to clinch but OG pushes him off.
It looked like OG was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kongo.
Kongo fails with a takedown attempt.
OG stuns Kongo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OG scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
OG lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kongo closes the distance but OG moves to the side
and OG counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
OG lands a lovely overhand right.
Kongo tries to score a power double leg takedown but OG sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kongo somewhat.
A little feinted left hand from OG on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
OG scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kongo is trying desperately to land a takedown but OG is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Kongo.
Kongo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Donk. OG catches Kongo right on the button with a cross.
Kongo tries to clinch there but OG circles away.
Kongo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by OG.
OG lands a lovely overhand right.#T2#
Kongo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
OG throws a big counter combination but Kongo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by OG.
Kongo darts in trying to clinch
and OG counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
OG circles away from the clinch attempt
letting OG counter with a right hand.
Kongo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and OG counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kongo thinking.
Triple OG has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.#T3#
OG scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
OG lands a right hook to the body.
OG misses with a looping left.
Kongo shoots in but no luck this time.
OG connects with a jab.
Kongo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling OG to score with a decent uppercut.
Kongo throws a body shot but no joy.
Kongo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
OG throws a hook but Kongo blocks it.
Kongo shoots in and drives through. OG sprawls well.
Kongo walks into a jab.
A head kick misses from Kongo.
Triple OG is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Some wild striking there from OG.
OG leaves Kongo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It looked like OG was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
OG blocks a head kick by Kongo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kongo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kongo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
OG scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dave Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dave Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kongo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Triple OG showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for OG, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:25
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:24
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Triple OG! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 3
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Kongo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ww sprawls well. Ww wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Ww was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ww looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Kongo tries for a takedown but Ww sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kongo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Ww rushes Kongo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kongo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ww is defending well for now.
Kongo can't break the clinch.
Kongo can't break the clinch.
Ww lands with a light punch inside.
Ww misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Ww turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kk Ww has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo tries to pull guard but Ww forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Kongo tries to circle away but Ww has him pinned against the cage.
Kongo is trying to stall.
Ww lands an uppercut.#T1#
Kongo looking for a takedown.
Kongo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kongo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ww leaning against his opponent.
Kongo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ww gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ww fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ww throws a head punch that misses.
Kongo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Ww lands a right hand.
Ww misses with the head strike.
Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kongo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Kongo can't get the takedown.
Ww slows down the pace here.
Kongo is trying to force a seperation but Ww has the dominant position.
Kongo is trying to break free.
Ww lands with a left to the head.
Ww lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kongo backwards.
Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kongo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ww fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ww wants to land a leg kick but Kongo is out of range.
Kongo wants to counter with a clinch but Ww pushes him away.#CL#
Ww has closed the distance and engaged Kongo in a clinch.
Kongo tries to pull guard but Ww holds him up against the cage and eventually Kongo drops back down to his feet.
Ww works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ww definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Ww lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kongo misses with the head strike.
Kongo has a couple of punches blocked by Ww.
Ww lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ww tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kongo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ww is keeping busy.
Ww wants to stall.
Kongo wants to get back to striking at distance but Ww won't allow it.
Kongo looking to slow down the pace here.
Kongo letting Ww take a breather here.
Ww lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kongo tries to break free but Ww pushes him back against the cage.
Ww misses with a punch to the body.
We've been informed that Kongo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kongo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ww misses with the head strike.
Kongo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ww fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kongo misses with a takedown attempt - Ww sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kongo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Ww gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ww blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kk Ww dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kongo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ww paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Ww has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kongo wants to break free but Ww has control.
Ww tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kongo's elbow.
Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ww after a bit of a struggle.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Ww turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kk Ww has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ww just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ww has a couple of punches blocked by Kongo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ww.
Kongo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ww.
#T1#
Kongo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ww to keep the fight standing.
Kongo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ww tries to work over Kongo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ww misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ww taking a breather.
Ww tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kongo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ww prevents it.
Kongo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ww.
Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A frustrated look appears on Kongo's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kongo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ww is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2#
Kongo working hard to break the clinch.
Kongo jumps guard but Ww stands there with Kongo around his waist. Kongo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kongo wants to get back to striking at distance but Ww won't allow it.
Ww scores with a shoulder strike.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Ww has him pressed against the cage.
Kongo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ww just stands there and leans against the cage.
Kongo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ww prevents it.
Ww stops a takedown attempt from Kongo.
Ww pushes Kongo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Ww has him pressed against the cage.
Kongo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ww avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T3#
Kongo is trying to break free.
Ww's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kongo is looking to control Ww's arms but Ww gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kongo has his back to the cage.
Ww works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ww displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kongo up against the cage.
Ww prevents Kongo from breaking the clinch.
Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ww pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kongo blocks a body shot from Ww.
Ww is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kongo can do to turn this around?#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ww has Kongo pushed against the cage.
Ww throws a punch but it's blocked by Kongo.
Kongo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kongo is working for takedown but Ww is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ww avoiding damage as Kongo throws knees to the body.
Ww misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongo taking a breather.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ww.
Ww tries a body shot but Kongo blocks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kongo is trying to break the clinch but Ww is controlling him.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kongo.
Ww lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kk Ww dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ww uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kongo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ww keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kk Ww is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ww checks a leg kick.
A low kick lands for Ww.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kongo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ww defends well and Kongo ends up having to push Ww into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ww misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kongo tries to clinch but Ww moves out of range.
Kongo wants to clinch up but Ww keeps it at a distance.
Kongo wants to clinch up but Ww keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Kongo shoots for a takedown but Ww saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kk Ww has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Ww throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Kongo clinches up against the cage.
Kongo trying to stall but Ww improves his position.
Kongo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ww to keep the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kongo.
Ww stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kongo jumps guard but Ww turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Ww misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kongo misses with a punch on the inside.
Ww prevents Kongo from breaking the clinch.
Ww is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kongo is keeping busy.#T2#
Kongo is trying to pull guard but Ww has him pressed against the cage.
Kongo wants to get back to striking at distance but Ww won't allow it.
Ww prevents Kongo from breaking the clinch.
Kongo looking for a takedown.
Ww wants to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Ww fails to land.
Kk Ww is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ww swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ww lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kongo trying to control the position but instead, Ww has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kongo into the cage.
Kk Ww has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ww after a bit of a struggle. #T3#
Ww lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kongo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ww is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ww lands with a left to the head.
Kongo leaning his opponent against the cage.
Ww misses with a punch to the body.
Ww lands a shoulder strike.
Kongo has had enough of the clinch but Ww keeps him there for the moment.
Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T4#
Kongo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ww's elbow.
Kongo is looking for a takedown.
Ww tries a body shot but Kongo blocks it.
Ww's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kongo drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kongo taking a breather.
Dave Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ww working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kk Ww showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ww 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:25
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:26
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kk Ww! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 2
Date: Apr 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Cesar Kongo. No joy for Dave Kongo on that attempt. #CL#
Cesar Kongo has Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Cesar Kongo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dave Kongo avoids it.
Dave Kongo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dave Kongo tries to break free but Cesar Kongo pushes him back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dave Kongo avoiding damage as Cesar Kongo throws knees to the body.
Dave Kongo avoiding damage as Cesar Kongo throws knees to the body.
Cesar Kongo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dave Kongo takes a shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cesar Kongo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Cesar Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cesar Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Dave Kongo has closed the distance and engaged Cesar Kongo in a clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cesar Kongo throws an elbow but misses.
Cesar Kongo tries to land knees in the clinch but Dave Kongo avoids the damage to the body.
Dave Kongo dodges an elbow strike from Cesar Kongo.
#T1#
Dave Kongo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dave Kongo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cesar Kongo prevents it.
Dave Kongo blocks an elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cesar Kongo.
Cesar Kongo landing knees to the body.
Cesar Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dave Kongo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Cesar Kongo landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Dave Kongo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cesar Kongo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cesar Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo is pressed up against the cage. Cesar Kongo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dave Kongo down to the mat. Dave Kongo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Cesar Kongo shoots in and bounces Dave Kongo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Dave Kongo trying to keep a closed guard but Cesar Kongo is proving a slippery customer.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dave Kongo can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Cesar Kongo stays in close to Dave Kongo's body and controls the position.
Dave Kongo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cesar Kongo preventing the sweep.
Cesar Kongo tries to stand but Dave Kongo is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dave Kongo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Cesar Kongo has passed into half guard!
Dave Kongo wants to get back to full guard.
Cesar Kongo tries to stand but can't do so whilst Dave Kongo controls his leg. #T3#
Cesar Kongo prevents Dave Kongo from improving his position.
Cesar Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Cesar Kongo slows the pace down in half guard.
We've been informed that Dave Kongo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Dave Kongo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cesar Kongo is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Cesar Kongo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dave Kongo drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cesar Kongo pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cesar Kongo misses with the combination.
Dave Kongo scores with a body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Cesar Kongo as Dave Kongo shoots in.
We've been told by Cesar Kongo's head coaches at SISU Fight gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL#
Cesar Kongo forces Dave Kongo back against the cage and clinches.
Still in the clinch, Cesar Kongo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dave Kongo blocks a body shot from Cesar Kongo. #TD#
Cesar Kongo jumps guard and drags Dave Kongo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Cesar Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
Dave Kongo 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.
Dave Kongo is looking to work some ground and pound but Cesar Kongo has wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cesar Kongo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Dave Kongo drives through and clinches with Cesar Kongo against the cage.
#BC#
Cesar Kongo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Cesar Kongo moves into range and clinches up with Dave Kongo.
Cesar Kongo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cesar Kongo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cesar Kongo lands a damaging elbow.
Cesar Kongo unloads a knee to the mid-section. Dave Kongo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dave Kongo's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Cesar Kongo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Cesar Kongo gets control of Dave Kongo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Cesar Kongo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Dave Kongo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cesar Kongo 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.#T1#
Cesar Kongo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dave Kongo. #SU2#
Dave Kongo stands up from Cesar Kongo's guard - Dave Kongo perhaps looking for a knockout.
Dave Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown but Cesar Kongo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dave Kongo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Cesar Kongo moves into range and clinches up with Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD#
Cesar Kongo jumps guard.
Cesar Kongo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dave Kongo can do to turn this around?#SU2#
Dave Kongo gets to his feet - Cesar Kongo follows without any prompting.
Cesar Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dave Kongo misses with a series of wild punches.
#CL#
Cesar Kongo pushes Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Cesar Kongo looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
Cesar Kongo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dave Kongo up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Cesar Kongo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cesar Kongo controlling the action here for a moment.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dave Kongo fails to pull guard.
Cesar Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.#TD#
Cesar Kongo successfully pulls guard.
Cesar Kongo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dave Kongo slips nicely into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cesar Kongo pushes Dave Kongo off looking to stand but Dave Kongo dives back in and keeps control.
#T3#
Dave Kongo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cesar Kongo defending well though.
Cesar Kongo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dave Kongo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cesar Kongo trying to hold on to Dave Kongo's head to control him but Dave Kongo postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cesar Kongo pushes Dave Kongo off looking to stand but Dave Kongo dives back in and keeps control.
Dave Kongo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dave Kongo trying to mount his opponent but Cesar Kongo defends it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cesar Kongo has a hand on Dave Kongo's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Dave Kongo takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Dave Kongo fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Dave Kongo with good strikes from the mount here!#SUB2#
Dave Kongo goes for an armbar but Cesar Kongo turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Cesar Kongo.
Cesar Kongo preventing the sweep.
Dave Kongo seems keen to control Cesar Kongo's posture.
Dave Kongo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cesar Kongo dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Cesar Kongo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cesar Kongo sprawls well. Cesar Kongo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dave Kongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Dave Kongo swings for the body but Cesar Kongo moves out of range.
Dave Kongo shoots for a takedown but Cesar Kongo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice jab there from Cesar Kongo.
Dave Kongo throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Cesar Kongo moves into the clinch.
Cesar Kongo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dave Kongo is defending well for now.
Dave Kongo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cesar Kongo to keep the fight standing.
Cesar Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.#BC#
Cesar Kongo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo fails with the takedown.
Cesar Kongo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dave Kongo is defended easily by Cesar Kongo.#T1##CL2#
Dave Kongo has Cesar Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Dave Kongo blocks an elbow strike.
Dave Kongo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Cesar Kongo works on Dave Kongo's body with a couple of short punches.
Cesar Kongo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dave Kongo.
#BC#
Cesar Kongo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Dave Kongo gets tackled into the cage by Cesar Kongo. Cesar Kongo maintains the clinch.
Cesar Kongo misses with a knee to the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Cesar Kongo pulls guard effortlessly. #T2#
Dave Kongo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dave Kongo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dave Kongo wants to control from the top but Cesar Kongo keeps moving.
Cesar Kongo wants to get back to his feet but Dave Kongo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cesar Kongo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dave Kongo stays in close to Cesar Kongo's body and controls the position.
Cesar Kongo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dave Kongo advances to half guard. #T3#
Dave Kongo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SU2#
Dave Kongo stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Dave Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Cesar Kongo shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Dave Kongo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dave Kongo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cesar Kongo is defending well for now.
Dave Kongo is looking for a takedown.
Stalling in the clinch from Cesar Kongo.
Cesar Kongo tries to land knees in the clinch but Dave Kongo avoids the damage to the body.
Cesar Kongo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cesar Kongo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dave Kongo has Cesar Kongo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cesar Kongo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T4##TD#
Cesar Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Dave Kongo to the mat.
#SU2#
Dave Kongo stands and steps away. Cesar Kongo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A left and a right from Dave Kongo both land. Nice combination.
Cesar Kongo throws a head kick but Dave Kongo moves out of range.
#CL2#
Dave Kongo has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Cesar Kongo jumps guard and drags Dave Kongo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cesar Kongo is trying to hold Dave Kongo in close to prevent damage but Dave Kongo has managed to pass into half guard.
Dave Kongo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SU2#
Dave Kongo decides to return to a standing position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cesar Kongo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cesar Kongo 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cesar Kongo! |
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Event:
GDL 91: Silva VS Scott
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Kongo slips a jab and a cross from Styler.
Kongo moves in looking to clinch but Styler pushes him off.
Kongo fails to land the takedown.
Kongo moves out of range of the body kick from Styler.
Kongo steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Styler. That one must have hurt.
Nice sprawl there from Styler as Kongo shoots in.
Kongo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Styler avoids it really well and circles away.
Styler throws a big counter head kick but Kongo avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Styler rushes Kongo and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Styler drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Styler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kongo is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Styler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Kongo trying to control here.
Kongo is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kongo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Styler is working for a kimura but Kongo is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Styler controlling the pace.
Kongo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Styler on the ground.#T2#
Kongo is trying to control but Styler manages to pass to mount!
Kongo tries to hold on but Styler postures up.
Styler throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Kongo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Styler throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Kongo because Styler loaded up on that one.
Kongo wants to control but Styler is having none of it.
Kongo is trying to reverse the position but instead Styler has taken his back - oops!#T3#
Kongo rolls, trying to escape but Styler keeps control of the position.
Kongo is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Kongo tries to roll but Styler sticks to his back.
Styler thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Kongo tries to break free.
Styler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kongo is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4#
Kongo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
What can Kongo do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB2#
Styler working for a choke but Kongo is defending well.
Kongo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Styler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kongo's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Styler dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kongo shoots in but no luck this time.
Styler misses with a takedown attempt - Kongo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Styler throws a sloppy head kick and Kongo moves out of range easily.
Kongo lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kongo.
Kongo fails with a takedown attempt.
Styler shoots in and drives through. Kongo sprawls well.
Kongo fails with the takedown
and Styler counters with an inside leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kongo.
Styler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kongo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Styler sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Styler throws out a counter right but Kongo avoids it with no problem.
Kongo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Styler makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Styler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kongo misses with a few strikes there.
Styler darts in looking for a takedown but Kongo gets double underhooks and turns Styler into the cage.
Styler fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kongo.
Styler shoots in looking for a takedown but Kongo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Styler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kongo throws a right hand that Styler ducks under and follows up with a left that Styler also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Styler pushes Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Styler gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kongo.
#TD2#
Styler has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kongo is trying to keep an underhook but Styler manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kongo has one foot on Styler's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kongo goes for a double leg but Styler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Styler continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Styler manages to break the clinch.
Kongo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kongo fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Styler moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Styler manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Styler trying to control the position.
Kongo wants to stand and escape but instead Styler has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Kongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Styler is controlling him. #T3#
Styler controlling from the top position. #SU2#
Kongo is working an open guard so Styler takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Styler avoids the head kick by Kongo.
Styler closes the distance and clinches up with Kongo, looking for a takedown. Styler pushes Kongo against the cage but Kongo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Styler pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Kongo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Styler swings for the body but Kongo moves out of range.
Styler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kongo defends it nicely.#T4#
Kongo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Styler paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kongo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Styler is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kongo with a body shot.
Dave Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kongo tries to clinch there but Styler circles away.
Kongo shoots in and drives through. Styler sprawls well.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Styler swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kongo dives in for a single leg takedown but Styler sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kongo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #TD2#
Styler jumps guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Styler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kongo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD2#
Styler jumps guard and drags Kongo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Styler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kongo 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.
Kongo trying to control but Styler is working from the bottom.
Mike Styler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Styler keeping full guard, as Kongo tries to pass.
Styler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T1##SU2#
Styler decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Kongo, up you get!
Kongo shoots in but Styler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kongo.
Styler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kongo avoids it really well and circles away.
Kongo looks for a takedown but Styler sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Styler dives in for a single leg takedown but Kongo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Styler has a takedown stuffed.
Kongo shoots in but no luck this time.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kongo or perhaps it was just good defense by Styler, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Styler clinches with his opponent.
Kongo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kongo tries to break free but Styler pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Styler is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Styler pulls Kongo into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Styler is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Styler 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.
Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kongo tries to get out of the position.
Kongo wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kongo working for submissions but it's allowed Styler to get to half guard.
Styler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4##SUB2#
Styler seems to be working for a kimura but Kongo defends the submission attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Styler thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kongo's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kongo wants to get back to full guard but Styler has passed into side control.
Styler landing strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Styler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Styler has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 26:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Styler! |
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