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Event:
LAFC 30
Date: Mar 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Leyton misses with a body shot.
Shewmaker misses with a wild combination.
Shewmaker misses with a low kick.
Leyton moves out of range of the body kick.
Shewmaker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Leyton feinted with a counter takedown.
Leyton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shewmaker was well out of range. Poor timing from Leyton.#TD#
Leyton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Shewmaker's guard.#SUB2#
Shewmaker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking for a triangle but Leyton pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leyton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shewmaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Shewmaker, not yet. #SUB2#
Shewmaker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Leyton defends it easily.
Shewmaker working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Shewmaker 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#
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Shewmaker has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Leyton slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Leyton 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.
Shewmaker trying to control but Leyton is working from the bottom.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leyton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shewmaker trying to control but Leyton is working from the bottom.
Leyton has Shewmaker pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
Leyton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Leyton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Leyton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker looking to sit in guard and control but Leyton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Shewmaker looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Shewmaker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Leyton distracts Shewmaker with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shewmaker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing that Leyton has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3#
Leyton wants to control from the top but Shewmaker keeps moving.
Leyton tries to free his leg and advance position but Shewmaker is retaining full guard.
Leyton distracts Shewmaker with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Leyton scoring with some ground and pound.
Shewmaker is trying to keep Leyton in close.
Leyton lands a couple of digs.
Leyton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Leyton preventing the sweep. #T4#
Leyton advances to half guard.
Shewmaker is refusing to be controlled, as Leyton sits in half guard.
Leyton takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Shewmaker moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Shewmaker 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#
Shewmaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Leyton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Shewmaker stalling away here and it's allowed Leyton to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Leyton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Timo Leyton will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Leyton shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Timo Leyton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shewmaker is pressing down on Leyton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Leyton wants to control from the top but Shewmaker keeps moving. #SUB2#
Shewmaker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leyton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Leyton preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shewmaker throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Leyton escapes and throws Shewmaker's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
Leyton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Check out the look on Leyton's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T1##SUB#
Leyton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Leyton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Shewmaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Leyton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Leyton wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping him busy.
Shewmaker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Leyton trying to control the position but Shewmaker is working away.
Leyton scoring with punches and elbows.
Leyton controls the position.#T2#
Leyton scores with punches from side control.
Shewmaker tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Leyton cracks Shewmaker with a big elbow.
Shewmaker takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Shewmaker is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Leyton grinds an elbow into Shewmaker's temple.
Leyton lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC#Shewmaker is rocked!
Leyton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shewmaker can do to turn this around?
Leyton gets to mount! Shewmaker was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Leyton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shewmaker is looking to escape.
Shewmaker is wriggling around trying to escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leyton lands a big elbow - Shewmaker is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Shewmaker is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Timo Leyton!
After the fight, Timo Leyton was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
The defeated Robbie Shewmaker had this to say: 'I will come back. I am pretty sure that guy is juiced to the gills. But I still should have won. '. |
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Event:
LAFC 27
Date: Feb 12, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Eagle moves into the clinch.
Shewmaker can't break the clinch.
Eagle is pressed up against the cage. Shewmaker has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Eagle down to the mat. Eagle avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Eagle moves into the clinch successfully.
Shewmaker jumps guard but Eagle turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Shewmaker holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#TD2#
Eagle jumps guard and drags Shewmaker to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now.
Eagle controlling Shewmaker's posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Shewmaker's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Shewmaker wants to control from the top but Eagle keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eagle has control of Shewmaker's left arm, preventing Shewmaker from doing any damage.
Shewmaker sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Eagle's guard. #T1#
Eagle gets back to full guard.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now.
Eagle 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.
Eagle seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Shewmaker wants to control from the top but Eagle keeps moving.
Eagle wants to sweep here but Shewmaker controlling him for the moment.
Shewmaker wants to pass the guard but Eagle is keeping the position.
Eagle is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Eagle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Eagle is trying to control the position but Shewmaker postures up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now.
Eagle seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Shewmaker tries to keep at a distance but Eagle has taken the fight into the clinch.
Shewmaker fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robbie Shewmaker. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Eagle pulls guard.
Shewmaker tries to free his leg and advance position but Eagle is retaining full guard.
Eagle 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.#T3#
Eagle has control of Shewmaker's left arm, preventing Shewmaker from doing any damage.
Shewmaker stopping the sweep attempt from Eagle.
Shewmaker is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Eagle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Eagle controlling Shewmaker's posture.
Eagle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Eagle is trying to control the position but Shewmaker postures up.
Eagle is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Shewmaker shoots in but Eagle avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Shewmaker rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Eagle moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Shewmaker closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Eagle quickly recovers to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Eagle is trying to get back to full guard.
Shewmaker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Eagle's head.
Shewmaker trying to control the action but Eagle is working from the bottom.
Eagle tries to get to full guard but Shewmaker has control of the leg.
Eagle has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Eagle keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shewmaker wants to pass to mount but Eagle is defending the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but David Eagle will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
No joy there for Shewmaker, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Eagle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shewmaker.
Eagle tries to counter by closing the distance.
Eagle slips a jab and a cross from Shewmaker.
Eagle moves in looking to clinch but Shewmaker pushes him off.
Eagle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Shewmaker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL2#
Eagle clinches up with Shewmaker and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Shewmaker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Eagle instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Eagle pulls guard effortlessly.
Eagle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker is fighting to break Eagle's control of his arms but Eagle is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Shewmaker is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Shewmaker passes Eagle's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Shewmaker is taking a breather. Eagle says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Shewmaker is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Eagle reverses the position - he's now on top in Shewmaker's guard.
Eagle wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is keeping the position.
Shewmaker trying to keep a closed guard but Eagle is proving a slippery customer.
Shewmaker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Eagle controls the pace.
Eagle won't allow Shewmaker to sweep him here. #SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a triangle but Eagle pushes his legs off easily.
Eagle controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Eagle looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Shewmaker has his foot on Eagle's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Eagle works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Shewmaker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Eagle got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shewmaker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eagle has managed to get both his arms back between Shewmaker's legs - danger averted.
Shewmaker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Eagle controlling from the top position. #T3#
Eagle stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shewmaker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shewmaker keeping moving, preventing Eagle from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Shewmaker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Eagle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Eagle stopping the sweep attempt from Shewmaker.#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Eagle defends well.
Robbie Shewmaker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a triangle here but Eagle uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#T4#
Eagle trying to control the position but Shewmaker is working away.
Eagle tries to advance to mount but Shewmaker denies him.
Shewmaker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Eagle's best efforts.
Shewmaker tries to roll over but Eagle keeps him under control.
Shewmaker won't allow Eagle to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Shewmaker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Eagle frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but David Eagle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Shewmaker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Eagle moves away from the strike by Shewmaker.
Shewmaker swinging wildly here.
Eagle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shewmaker.#CL2#
Eagle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shewmaker has had enough of the clinch but Eagle keeps him there for the moment.#TD2#
Eagle pulls guard successfully.
Shewmaker pushing down on Eagle's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Eagle tries to roll over but Shewmaker keeps him under control.
Shewmaker seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Eagle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eagle blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker is taking a breather. Eagle says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Eagle trying to control but Shewmaker postures up.
#T1#
Eagle is looking for a sweep. Shewmaker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shewmaker tries to pass to full mount but Eagle defends it.
Eagle is trying to control but can't.
Eagle works his way to full guard. Good work.
Eagle is pulling down on Shewmaker's head to control his posture.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard.
Eagle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard.
Eagle wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Eagle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shewmaker postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Shewmaker throws a body punch but Eagle moves out of range.
Shewmaker lands a right hook to the body.
Shewmaker looks to score with a jab to the body but Eagle is just out of range.
Shewmaker sets himself, and Eagle steps forward looking for the clinch! Shewmaker avoids it this time.
David Eagle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shewmaker fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Eagle clinches up against the cage.
Eagle is trying to pull guard but Shewmaker has him pressed against the cage.
Shewmaker is trying to push Eagle away but Eagle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3#
Eagle fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Eagle manages to pull guard.
Eagle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now.
Shewmaker pushing down on Eagle's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shewmaker wants to control but Eagle is keeping him busy.
Shewmaker is thwarting Eagle's attempts to control the position.
Eagle regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now.
Eagle keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard.
Eagle trying to keep a closed guard but Shewmaker is proving a slippery customer.
Shewmaker is looking to pass into half guard but Eagle pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Eagle is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Eagle got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shewmaker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eagle has managed to get both his arms back between Shewmaker's legs - danger averted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Eagle slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Robbie Shewmaker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Shewmaker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Robbie Shewmaker.
I think Eagle 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... David Eagle!
In his post fight interview, David Eagle started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Robbie Shewmaker stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will come back. I am pretty sure that guy is juiced to the gills. But I still should have won. '. |
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Event:
LAFC 22
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Diamond misses with a hook.
Diamond misses with a hook. Shewmaker ducked under it nicely.
Diamond misses with a few strikes there.
A combination from Shewmaker does no damage.
Shewmaker misses the jab.
Diamond lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Shewmaker misses with a right hand
and Diamond counters with a straight right hand.
Shewmaker fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Shewmaker misses with a kick to the body
and Diamond counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Shewmaker misses with a low kick.
Shewmaker scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Shewmaker shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Shewmaker showed some decent athleticism there.
Shewmaker controlling the pace. #T1#
Shewmaker wants to pass the guard but Diamond is defending well.
Diamond is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shewmaker is keen to just control but Diamond is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Shewmaker is trying to work for a kimura but Diamond is defending well.
Shewmaker keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Shewmaker is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Shewmaker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Diamond sees it coming and defends easily.
Shewmaker trying to control the action but Diamond is working from the bottom.
Shewmaker throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Shewmaker trying to control the action but Diamond is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard but Diamond defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Shewmaker's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Diamond is looking to improve his position.
Shewmaker is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Shewmaker is looking to work his way around to Diamond's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Diamond tries to hold on but Shewmaker postures up.
Shewmaker throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Shewmaker tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Shewmaker throws a wild left hand from mount and Diamond manages to wriggle his way back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard but Diamond defending well.
Diamond is controlling Shewmaker's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Shewmaker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diamond's head.
Diamond is not content to let Shewmaker control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shewmaker tries to pass the half guard into mount. Diamond knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Shewmaker is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robbie Shewmaker will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shewmaker throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT#It looks like James Diamond has been cut.
A big right from Diamond misses.
Shewmaker misses with an uppercut
and Diamond counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shewmaker throws a right hand that misses
and Diamond counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shewmaker throws a right hand that misses
and Shewmaker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Shewmaker shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Diamond counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shewmaker swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Diamond counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Shewmaker is rocked!
James Diamond seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Shewmaker get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Shewmaker stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Diamond runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). James Diamond!
Our winner, James Diamond, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Robbie Shewmaker was interviewed post fight and said 'I will come back. I am pretty sure that guy is juiced to the gills. But I still should have won. '. |
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Event:
LAFC 17 Gallahad vs Diamond
Date: Dec 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Shewmaker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Drew displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Shewmaker.
Drew has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Shewmaker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Drew connects with a body shot.
Drew connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Drew tries to bum rush Shewmaker with a series of wild strikes but Shewmaker uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Shewmaker shoots in and drives through. Drew sprawls well.
Shewmaker throws a poor cross that misses
and Drew makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Drew throws a looping overhand right but Shewmaker ducks down to avoid it.
Drew scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Shewmaker throws a body kick that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Drew there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Drew scores with a jab.
Drew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Drew with a hook.
Shewmaker misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Drew looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Drew moves out of range as Shewmaker throws a body kick.
Drew connects with a nice looking jab.
#T1#
Shewmaker takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Shewmaker throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Drew's waist but Drew gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Shewmaker off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robbie Shewmaker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Drew lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Shewmaker defending well as Drew loads up on a big left hand.
Drew lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC2#Shewmaker is rocked!
Drew digs a good body shot into Shewmaker's ribs.
Oh Shewmaker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shewmaker is breathing heavily.
Drew connects with a stiff jab that staggers Shewmaker - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Dolla Drew!
The defeated Robbie Shewmaker had this to say: 'I will come back. I am pretty sure that guy is juiced to the gills. But I still should have won. '. |
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Event:
LAFC 13
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Gallahad closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Shewmaker's guard.
Shewmaker can't keep his opponent in guard - Gallahad advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Gallahad is looking for a kimura but Shewmaker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gallahad to get the leverage.
Gallahad not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gallahad is nestled in close to Shewmaker, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shewmaker is looking for a sweep. Gallahad is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gallahad moves into full mount! Shewmaker won't be happy about that!
Gallahad tries to control but Shewmaker wriggling away.
Gallahad postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Shewmaker looks a forlorn figure.
#SUB2#
Gallahad is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Shewmaker can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gallahad lands a couple of good shots and Shewmaker has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Gallahad looking for the choke from the back.
Our spies down at at Old School Training inform us that Gallahad has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1##SUB2#
Shewmaker is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Shewmaker is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Gallahad is looking for the choke from the back position but Shewmaker is controlling his hands well.
Shewmaker is really stuck here.
Shewmaker trying to control the position but Gallahad manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gallahad controlling well, preventing Shewmaker from escaping the position.
#T2#
Gallahad is trying to stick to Shewmaker's back but Shewmaker is turning into Gallahad. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gallahad's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Shewmaker.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Gallahad has an active guard here but Shewmaker has managed to pass into half guard.
Shewmaker is looking to advance position but Gallahad won't allow it.
Gallahad is looking to improve his position.
Gallahad avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Gallahad is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gallahad keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gallahad has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shewmaker is working away from the top position though.
Shewmaker is keen to just control but Gallahad is a slippery customer.#T3#
Shewmaker stalling.
Gallahad wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gallahad is controlling Shewmaker's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Gallahad is staying active underneath Shewmaker, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gallahad tries to get to full guard but Shewmaker has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gallahad looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shewmaker is looking to advance position but Gallahad won't allow it.
Gallahad is in trouble now - Shewmaker has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Shewmaker has hold of Gallahad's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Gallahad manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Shewmaker pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T4#
Gallahad tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gallahad bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Shewmaker wants to sweep here but Gallahad controlling him for the moment.
Gallahad trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gallahad might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Shewmaker haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Shewmaker working a defensive guard here.
Shewmaker wants to sweep here but Gallahad controlling him for the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Gallahad's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Auric Gallahad dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gallahad fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Shewmaker is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Gallahad.
Gallahad has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gallahad tries for a takedown but Shewmaker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No joy there for Shewmaker, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gallahad slips a jab and a cross from Shewmaker.
#TD2#
Gallahad closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Shewmaker's guard.
Gallahad trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shewmaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Shewmaker, not yet.
Gallahad wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is keeping the position.
Gallahad trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gallahad tries to free his leg and advance position but Shewmaker is retaining full guard. #T1#
Gallahad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shewmaker works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gallahad trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Shewmaker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gallahad is aware though and is defending well.
Gallahad tries to free his leg and advance position but Shewmaker is retaining full guard.
Shewmaker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gallahad trying to control but Shewmaker is working from the bottom.
Shewmaker wants to sweep but no luck.
Gallahad trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Shewmaker shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gallahad eats them both and turns towards Shewmaker to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Gallahad keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Gallahad gets a double leg takedown into Shewmaker's guard.#T2#
Gallahad scoring with some ground and pound.
Gallahad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gallahad landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Shewmaker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gallahad is aware though and is defending well.
Gallahad wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is keeping the position.
Gallahad landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Shewmaker working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gallahad doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gallahad manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Shewmaker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gallahad gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Gallahad wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is keeping the position.
Gallahad scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gallahad scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Shewmaker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gallahad looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gallahad preventing the sweep.
Shewmaker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gallahad trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gallahad looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Gallahad 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.
Gallahad is pushing down on Shewmaker's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shewmaker is fighting to maintain full guard but Gallahad has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Gallahad is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shewmaker is just riding it out for now. Gallahad eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Gallahad maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Shewmaker could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Gallahad has cracked it and Shewmaker is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Gallahad!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Auric Gallahad!
Auric Gallahad is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Auric Gallahad made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
The defeated Robbie Shewmaker had this to say: 'I will come back. I am pretty sure that guy is juiced to the gills. But I still should have won. '. |
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Event:
LAFC 7 Shewmaker vs Mogh
Date: Sep 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Shewmaker has a takedown stuffed.
Mogh tries to counter with a clinch but Shewmaker shakes him off and moves away.#TD#
Shewmaker shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Shewmaker trying to control but Mogh is working from the bottom.
Shewmaker's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Shewmaker keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Mogh pushes Shewmaker off, looking to escape but Shewmaker dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Mogh is forced to tap! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robbie Shewmaker!
Robbie Shewmaker retains his welterweight title!
Robbie Shewmaker gave a mention to KRAKEN Nutrition + Laundry in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
LAFC 4 Shewmaker vs St Pierre
Date: Sep 08, 2021 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Shewmaker fails with the takedown.
Shewmaker goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#It looks like Jonathan St Pierre has been cut.#TD#
Shewmaker closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Shewmaker lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Shewmaker got a little sloppy there for a moment and St Pierre has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shewmaker has managed to get both his arms back between St Pierre's legs - danger averted.
Shewmaker looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. St Pierre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
St Pierre has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Los Angeles. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Shewmaker is stalling in the full guard.
St Pierre wants to hit a sweep here but Shewmaker passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for St Pierre there!
St Pierre is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Shewmaker won't let St Pierre get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
St Pierre prevents Shewmaker from taking his back.
St Pierre reaches up to try and control the position but Shewmaker seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! St Pierre rolls and tries to escape and now Shewmaker has his back!
#SUB#
Shewmaker working for a choke but St Pierre is defending well. #SUB#
Shewmaker looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Shewmaker is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. St Pierre knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften St Pierre for a finish. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shewmaker is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but St Pierre has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
St Pierre tries to escape but Shewmaker has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3##SUB#
Shewmaker is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! St Pierre is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Robbie Shewmaker!
Robbie Shewmaker retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Robbie Shewmaker made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
LAFC 2
Date: Aug 25, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Ezuego drives through with a takedown into Shewmaker's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ezuego has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ezuego scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ezuego postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Ezuego avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Shewmaker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ezuego trying to control but Shewmaker is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shewmaker is trying to control the position but Ezuego postures up.
Shewmaker keeping moving, preventing Ezuego from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ezuego content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shewmaker avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ezuego not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Shewmaker pulls Ezuego in close to his closed guard and prevents Ezuego from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Shewmaker working for a triangle but Ezuego defends it easily.
Ezuego 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.
Shewmaker avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ezuego landing with the ground and pound.
Ezuego engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Ezuego got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shewmaker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ezuego has managed to get both his arms back between Shewmaker's legs - danger averted.
Shewmaker trying to keep a closed guard but Ezuego is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Ezuego trying to control but Shewmaker is working from the bottom.
Shewmaker trying to keep a closed guard but Ezuego is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shewmaker manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ezuego manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Ezuego looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shewmaker is one step ahead there.
Ezuego is trying to keep Shewmaker in close.
Shewmaker pushing down on Ezuego's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ezuego wants to improve his position but Shewmaker is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ezuego defends it well.
Shewmaker passes into side control, despite Ezuego's attempt to control the position.
#T3#
Ezuego struggling a bit here.
Ezuego is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Shewmaker is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Shewmaker trying to control the position but Ezuego is working away. #SUB2#
Shewmaker in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ezuego is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robbie Shewmaker!
Robbie Shewmaker is the new welterweight champion!
Robbie Shewmaker decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
LAFC 1
Date: Aug 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Wang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Shewmaker is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wang's half guard.
Shewmaker wants to free his trapped foot but Wang is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Shewmaker moves into full mount! Wang won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Shewmaker is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Shewmaker!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Robbie Shewmaker!
An out of breath Robbie Shewmaker thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (170lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jesus Chico Grande! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Robbie Shewmaker!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Marco Blurström and Matti Vanhoillinen.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Grande darts in and clinches Shewmaker up against the cage.#TD#
Grande pulls guard.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Grande is keeping the position for now.
Shewmaker looking to sit in guard and control but Grande gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grande (2) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Grande stays in close to Shewmaker's body and controls the position.
Grande has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Shewmaker controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grande passes Shewmaker's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shewmaker is trying to control but Grande manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Grande (5) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Grande wants to take his opponent's back but Shewmaker doesn't allow it.
Grande takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Grande prevents Shewmaker from getting the reversal.
Grande controlling his opponent. #T2#
Shewmaker wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Grande (8) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker trying to control the hands but Grande breaks the grip.
Shewmaker rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Grande looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Shewmaker wants to sweep but Grande has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Grande (11) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Grande wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Shewmaker keeps trying to improve his position.
Shewmaker trying to remain calm as Grande controls from the top position.#T3#
Grande gets to mount! Shewmaker was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Grande (13) vs (0) Shewmaker
Grande controlling the pace for now.
Shewmaker is working to get back to half guard.
Shewmaker looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Grande (16) vs (0) Shewmaker
Grande just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T4#
Shewmaker is in bad spot here.
Shewmaker trying to control the hands but Grande won't let him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shewmaker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Grande just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Shewmaker is really stuck here.
Shewmaker is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Grande has good solid back control here.
Shewmaker is really stuck here.
Grande keeps control of the position easily here as Shewmaker tries to buck him off.
Grande continues to stall.
Shewmaker rolls, trying to escape but Grande keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Shewmaker right now.
More hug and hope from Grande.#T6#
Grande is not going to allow Shewmaker to sit and survive in this position.
Shewmaker is in bad spot here.
Grande controlling from the back.
Grande's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Shewmaker trying to control the action but Grande just sinks the hooks in.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T7#
Shewmaker tries to escape but Grande has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Grande is trying to stick to Shewmaker's back but Shewmaker is turning into Grande. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Grande's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Shewmaker. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grande (16) vs (2) Shewmaker
Grande keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker advances to half guard. #T8##SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Grande might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Grande holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Shewmaker tries to pass to full mount but Grande defends it.
Shewmaker moves into full mount! Grande won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Grande (16) vs (5) Shewmaker
Grande tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Shewmaker wants to control but instead Grande manages to regain half guard. #T9#
Shewmaker wants to pass to mount but Grande is defending the position.
Grande has a hand on Shewmaker's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Shewmaker takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Grande (16) vs (8) Shewmaker
Shewmaker can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Grande is looking to escape.
Shewmaker wants to take his opponent's back but Grande doesn't allow it. #T10#
Shewmaker looking to control but Grande is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Shewmaker moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Grande has worked his arm free - good work by Grande!
Grande struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Shewmaker wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Grande, who protects the arm well.
Shewmaker wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grande keeps working. #T11#
Shewmaker laying and praying for a moment but Grande takes advantage and regains half guard.
Shewmaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Grande is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Grande has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shewmaker is working away from the top position though.
Grande is refusing to be controlled, as Shewmaker sits in half guard. #T12#
Shewmaker is pressing down on Grande's thigh, looking to free his foot. Grande is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Shewmaker wants to work for an arm triangle but Grande is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Shewmaker is trying to control. Grande wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Grande won't allow Shewmaker to pass to mount.
Shewmaker is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Grande (16) vs (11) Shewmaker
Shewmaker pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T13#
Shewmaker can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Grande is looking to escape.
Shewmaker wants to take his opponent's back but instead Grande manages to regain half guard.
Grande is doing well to control the position and prevent Shewmaker from advancing to side control.
Shewmaker is pressing down on Grande's thigh, looking to free his foot. Grande is holding on for now.
Shewmaker seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Grande does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T14#
Shewmaker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Shewmaker trying to mount his opponent but Grande defends it.
Shewmaker stalling away here and it's allowed Grande to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Shewmaker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Grande keeping full guard, as Shewmaker tries to pass.
Grande pulls Shewmaker in to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shewmaker wants to pass the guard but Grande is keeping the position.
Shewmaker is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Grande takes the fight on points by 16 to 11.
Post fight, Jesus Chico Grande stared into the camera and said 'Stop saying that I look like Goofy! In Colombia, I am known as La Bestia! Stop saying that I look like the Disney character! '. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (170lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Robbie Shewmaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ludo Lefebvre!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Anni Minnemäki and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Lefebvre moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Lefebvre gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Shewmaker (0) vs (2) Lefebvre
Shewmaker keeping full guard, as Lefebvre tries to pass.
Lefebvre postures up.
Lefebvre must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lefebvre is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lefebvre stopping the sweep attempt from Shewmaker.
Lefebvre sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Shewmaker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Shewmaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Shewmaker, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shewmaker is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (2) vs (2) Lefebvre
Lefebvre controlling Shewmaker's posture.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Shewmaker is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lefebvre keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard.
Lefebvre is pulling down on Shewmaker's head to control his posture. #T3##SUB2#
Lefebvre working for a triangle but Shewmaker defends it easily.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lefebvre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shewmaker wants to control from the top but Lefebvre keeps moving.
Shewmaker sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lefebvre's guard. #SUB#
Shewmaker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Shewmaker is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lefebvre is just riding it out for now. Shewmaker eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Shewmaker is looking to advance position but Lefebvre won't allow it. #SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura but Lefebvre is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shewmaker to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lefebvre trying to control here.
Shewmaker is pressing down on Lefebvre's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lefebvre is holding on for now.
Lefebvre works his way to full guard. Good work.
Shewmaker trying to control but Lefebvre is working from the bottom. #T5#
Lefebvre looking to control.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lefebvre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Lefebvre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lefebvre is keeping the position for now.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Lefebvre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lefebvre is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shewmaker is aware though and is defending well.
Shewmaker wants to pass the guard but Lefebvre is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lefebvre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shewmaker defends well.#T6#
Lefebvre keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Lefebvre is pulling down on Shewmaker's head to control his posture.
Lefebvre is continuing to stall.
Shewmaker slips nicely into half guard.#T7#
Lefebvre slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lefebvre working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Lefebvre has his foot on Shewmaker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shewmaker works his way back into a safe position though.
Lefebvre managing to control the position.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lefebvre is keeping the position for now.
Shewmaker wants to control from the top but Lefebvre keeps moving.
Shewmaker tries to free his leg and advance position but Lefebvre is retaining full guard. #T8#
Shewmaker passes Lefebvre's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lefebvre controlling the position for now.
Shewmaker passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lefebvre! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (5) vs (2) Lefebvre
Lefebvre is looking to improve his position but Shewmaker isn't that keen on the idea.
Shewmaker wants to take Lefebvre's back here but Lefebvre is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Lefebvre tries to hold on but Shewmaker pushes him away. #T9#
Lefebvre is trying to escape the mount.
Lefebvre wants to control but Shewmaker is having none of it.
Lefebvre stops Shewmaker from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Lefebvre tries to reverse the position but Shewmaker maintains control.
Lefebvre is still trying to improve position.
Shewmaker seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Lefebvre is holding on tight.
Lefebvre gets back to half guard.
Shewmaker stalling away here and it's allowed Lefebvre to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Shewmaker stands and throws Lefebvre's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (8) vs (2) Lefebvre#T10#
Lefebvre stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#SUB#
Shewmaker working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Shewmaker tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shewmaker has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lefebvre has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shewmaker wants to control but Lefebvre is keeping him busy. #T11#
Lefebvre is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lefebvre is not content to let Shewmaker control the position. #T12#
Lefebvre is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Shewmaker trying to control the position but Lefebvre is working away.
Lefebvre stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Lefebvre is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lefebvre has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shewmaker trying to control the action but Lefebvre is working from the bottom. #T13##SUB#
Shewmaker thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Shewmaker is looking to take a break and control but Lefebvre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Shewmaker has hold of Lefebvre's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Lefebvre seems comfortable defending it but Shewmaker has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Lefebvre is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Lefebvre is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Shewmaker couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robbie Shewmaker!
A very excited looking Robbie Shewmaker made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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