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Event:
Yoi Otoshi O !!22-23!!
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Island misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Zuki throws a big counter head kick but Island avoids it with no problem.
Good exchange - Zuki coming out on top.#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Island throws a head kick that misses
and Zuki counters with a nice uppercut.
Zuki displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Island.
Mason Island seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Island looks to land a combination but Zuki avoids it well.
Zuki has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Island is landing a low percentage of strikes.#KD2#
Zuki sends Island crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Zuki is motioning to the referee to let Island up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Island is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Island looks for a takedown but Zuki sprawls well.
Oh Island is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Island is breathing heavily.
Zuki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zuki lands a big right hook! Island looks hurt but is still standing! Zuki lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Island falls down and Zuki dives in with a huge hammer fist! Island's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Zuki runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Oki Zuki ! |
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Event:
2022 Yakubarai
Date: Dec 03, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Le Boulder closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Island quickly recovers to half guard.
Le Boulder trying to mount his opponent but Island defends it.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Le Boulder is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Le Boulder is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Island!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Boulder looking to control and managing it successfully. #T1#
Island avoids a series of strikes thrown by Le Boulder.
Le Boulder tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Island is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Le Boulder has taken his back!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Le Boulder controlling the positon.#T2#
Island wants to control his opponent's hands but Le Boulder gets his hands free.
Le Boulder biding his time, looking for the opening.
Well, with Le Boulder on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Island is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T3#
Le Boulder missing with strikes.
Le Boulder biding his time, controlling Island.
Let's hope that Le Boulder 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#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bob Le Boulder dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Island is looking to clinch but Le Boulder is avoiding it.
Island sets himself, and Le Boulder steps forward looking for the clinch! Island avoids it this time.
Mason Island is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Le Boulder darts in and clinches Island up against the cage.#TD2#
Le Boulder is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Island can't fight it off and eventually Le Boulder manages to take the fight to the floor. Island looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Le Boulder passes into half guard.
Le Boulder content to control rather than advance.
Le Boulder is continuing to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island wants to control but Le Boulder is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Le Boulder seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Le Boulder missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Le Boulder frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Island avoids a series of strikes thrown by Le Boulder.
My spies in Canucks Combat Club inform me that Le Boulder has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Le Boulder controlling the pace for now. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Le Boulder.
Le Boulder's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
More stalling from Le Boulder.
Bob Le Boulder has got the better of the ground game so far.
Le Boulder prevents Island from getting the reversal.
Le Boulder looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Yet more stalling tactics from Le Boulder.
Island is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount.
Island is trying to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Boulder sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bob Le Boulder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Le Boulder moves into range and clinches up with Island.
Island has had enough of the clinch but Le Boulder keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Island's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Le Boulder gets a takedown into half guard.
Le Boulder looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Le Boulder is working for a kimura but Island is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Le Boulder works his foot free and advances to mount.
Le Boulder sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #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.
Le Boulder has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Le Boulder working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Le Boulder sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Le Boulder with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T3##T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mason Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bob Le Boulder is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Le Boulder comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Le Boulder winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Bob Le Boulder wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Bob Le Boulder 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Island uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stevenson.#KD2#
Island lands a big head kick that sends Stevenson tumbling to the mat! Island takes a step backwards and waves Stevenson back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Bledge Stevenson has been cut.
Island misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stevenson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Island manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stevenson shoots in for a double leg but Island sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Stevenson fails with the takedown.#CL2#
Island moves into the clinch.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC2#
Island breaks the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Island slaps away a takedown attempt from Stevenson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bledge Stevenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Island drives through with a takedown into guard.
Stevenson is wriggling around but Island manages to pass to half guard.
#T1##REVR#
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.#SU2#
Island stands up and beckons Stevenson to join him on the feet.
Island fails to land the takedown.
Island thuds a left hand into Stevenson's body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Island. Stevenson shrugs it off though. #TD2#
Island looking to score a takedown here. Stevenson is defending well but Island drives through and ends up in Stevenson's guard.
Stevenson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Island dives into side control.
Stevenson is breathing heavily.#T2##REVR##SU2#
Island has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A combination from Island does no damage.
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!
Island with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Stevenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Island trying to strike off his back.
#SUB2#
Island isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stevenson stacks Island on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Stevenson!
Island is looking to regain half guard here but Stevenson keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Island stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Island regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Island manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Island managing to control the position.
Stevenson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Stevenson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
Island is looking to stand up but Stevenson isn't so interested in that idea.
Island looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Stevenson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Island dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bledge Stevenson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Island closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stevenson's guard.
Stevenson wants to get back to his feet but Island is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Island controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Island's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Island in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1##SU2#
Island stands and steps away. Stevenson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Stevenson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD#
Stevenson gets the takedown into side control.
Stevenson working away.
Island is breathing heavily.
Stevenson avoids the strikes from the bottom by Island.
Island gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Island is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stevenson pulls his head out easily. #T2##ES2#
Island pushes Stevenson off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Island shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Island is stalling in the full guard.
Island keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Stevenson's head.#T3##SU2#
Island gets to his feet. Stevenson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Stevenson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Island pulls his leg out and moves away.
Island throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Stevenson's waist but Stevenson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Island off to one side. #TD2#
Island closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stevenson's guard.
Island wants to control from the top but Stevenson keeps moving.
Island throws an elbow that misses. Stevenson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Island's guard. Nice move by Stevenson!#REVR##T4#
Island is controlling Stevenson's posture.
Island bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stevenson's guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Island works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Island showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bledge Stevenson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Island drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Island has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Island escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stevenson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Stevenson misses
and Island counters with a one-two to the body.
Island takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Island misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Stevenson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Island defends it nicely.
Stevenson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bledge Stevenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Island closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Stevenson takes an elbow to the temple. #BC2#
Island manages to break the clinch.
Island tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Stevenson swivels and escapes.#T2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Island is defended easily by Stevenson.#TD#
Stevenson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Island manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Island has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Stevenson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stevenson throws a wild body kick that Island sees coming a mile off.
Stevenson fails with the takedown.#T3#
Stevenson throws a head kick that misses
and Island cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Island decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Island with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
Island wants to stand up but Stevenson has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Island controlling the pace.
Mason Island has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Island landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura but Stevenson is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stevenson is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mason Island comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Island 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 Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mason Island! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Keju stuffs the takedown.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Keju will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Island keeps the fight on the outside.
Keju tries to clinch up.
Island misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Keju tries to counter by clinching up but Island breaks away and moves out of range.
Keju keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Keju is looking for a counter combo.
Mason Island seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keju tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Island 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.
Keju shoots in for a takedown but Island shows good takedown defense.
Keju looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Keju misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Keju misses with a few strikes there.
#TD2#
Island shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Keju has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Island has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Island successfully pulls guard.
Island wants to sweep here but Keju controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Island pushes a forearm under Keju's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Keju is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mason Island! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Island closes the distance and pushes Halme back into the cage.
Island content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Halme trying to control the position but instead, Island has worked for underhooks and has pushed Halme into the cage.
Halme being controlled against the cage.
Island lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#TD#
Island has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Halme uses from the top position.
Island has control of Halme's left arm, preventing Halme from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Halme avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Island might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Halme wanted to stand there but Island had control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Island tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Halme missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Halme trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Halme must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Island has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Halme really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Island. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Island wants to sweep but no luck. #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.
Halme throwing strikes from guard but Island blocks nicely.
Halme is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Halme wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Island seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Island has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Halme lands a two punch combo.
#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Halme misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3##CL#
Halme gets tackled into the cage by Island. Island maintains the clinch.
Halme lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Island gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Island sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Island'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.#T4#
Halme trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Halme tries to hold on but Island pushes him away.
Island controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halme is in a horrible position here. Island smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Island dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mason Island's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Halme doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Island moves into the clinch.
Halme tries to break free but Island pushes him back against the cage.
Halme tries to score a body lock takedown but Island shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Halme jumps guard but Island stands there with Halme around his waist. Halme gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mason Island has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Halme.
Island is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Halme is trying to break free.#BC#
Island manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Island darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Halme is trying to escape back to his feet but Island uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Halme is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mason Island overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Island working away.#T1##SU#
Island decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD#
Island is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Halme's half guard.
Halme is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Island scores with a couple of nice shots.
Island performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SU#
Island decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #T2#
Island lands with a kick to the temple. Halme shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Halme closes this distance looking for a takedown but Island circles away.#TD#
Island decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Halme scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Island manages to mount him!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Island landing strikes from the mount and Halme is in trouble!
Island cracks Halme with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mason Island!
The defeated Tony Halme had this to say: 'just a bad dream.. no way I could lose.. Open your eyes.'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 58
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Jonathas Araujo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Araujo shoots in for a takedown but Island shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Araujo sets himself, and Island steps forward looking for the clinch! Araujo avoids it this time.
Araujo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Araujo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Island gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Island has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jonathas Araujo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Island gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Araujo (0) vs (2) Island
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island stays in close to Araujo's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Island got a little sloppy there for a moment and Araujo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Island has managed to get both his arms back between Araujo's legs - danger averted.
Island 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. #T1#
Island trying to control but Araujo is working from the bottom.
Araujo has his hands on Island's head, controlling the position.
Araujo working a defensive guard but Island manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (0) vs (5) Island
Araujo wants to control but Island postures up.
The referee asks Island politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Island prefers to stall for the moment though.#T2#
Araujo manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Araujo (2) vs (5) Island
Araujo is taking a breather. Island 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.
Araujo prevents Island from improving his position.#SUB#
Araujo is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Island as he works his way to full guard.
#SUB2#
Island throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Island keeping moving, preventing Araujo from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Island pulls Araujo in to control the position.
Araujo looking to pass the guard.
Araujo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Araujo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island has Araujo pulled in close to control his posture.
Araujo wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Araujo 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. #T4##SUB2#
Island looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Island has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Araujo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Island. Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (5) vs (5) Island
Island tries to buck Araujo off but Araujo is having none of it.#SUB#
Araujo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Araujo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Araujo trying to control the position but Island is working away. #T5#
Island is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Araujo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Araujo is trying to get an arm triangle but Island is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T6#
Araujo content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Island manages to get back to half guard.
Island desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB#
Araujo is working for an americana but Island has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Araujo was thinking about the submission.
Island looking to control.
#T7#
Araujo wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Island being controlled here, momentarily.
Araujo wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Araujo is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Island is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T8#
Island seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Island keeping moving, preventing Araujo from controlling successfully.
Araujo tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
Araujo 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. #SUB2#
Island looking for a guillotine here but Araujo defends easily.
#T9#
Araujo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Island keeping full guard, as Araujo tries to pass.
Araujo passes into half guard.
Island preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T10##SUB#
Araujo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Island doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Araujo.
Island slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Araujo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Island seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T11#
Araujo advances to half guard.
Island is staying active underneath Araujo, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Araujo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Island has managed to free his arm - good work.
Island trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Araujo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T12##SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.
Island tries to get to full guard but Araujo has control of the leg.
Araujo is trying to control the action in half guard but Island is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Island has his hands clasped together around Araujo's back. He's all about the action.#T13#
Araujo works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Araujo (8) vs (5) Island
Island is squirming around, avoiding Araujo's attempts to control the action.
Araujo prevents Island from getting the reversal.
Island is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Araujo trying to control but Island is having none of it. #T14#
Island regains half guard.
Araujo wants to take a breather but Island is having none of it.
Araujo is really struggling to control Island but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Araujo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Island is just riding it out for now. Araujo eventually gives up the hold.
Island tries to roll over but Araujo keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Araujo takes the fight on points by 8 to 5. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 53
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Uvele Berendas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Island drives through and clinches with Berendas against the cage.
Island is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Berendas is defending well.
Berendas is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Island pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Berendas gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Island.
Berendas can't get the takedown.
Island is trying to drag Berendas to the mat but Berendas just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Uvele Berendas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason Island.
Berendas is looking for a takedown.
Island gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Berendas.
#TD2#
Island gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Berendas (0) vs (2) Island
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Berendas keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Berendas on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Berendas tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Berendas seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berendas has control of Island's left arm, preventing Island from doing any damage.
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Berendas is retaining full guard.
Berendas trying to keep a closed guard but Island is proving a slippery customer.
Island wants to control from the top but Berendas keeps moving. #T2#
Berendas is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Berendas keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
Berendas keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #T3#
Island looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Berendas seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berendas is controlling Island's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berendas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Berendas might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Island 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. #T6#
Berendas is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (2) vs (2) Island
Berendas wants to take a breather but Island is having none of it. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Berendas is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Island is trying to get back to full guard.#T7#
Berendas not doing much here.
Berendas works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Berendas (5) vs (2) Island
Berendas can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Island is looking to escape.
Island is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T8##SUB#
Berendas looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Island tries to hold on but Berendas pushes him away. #SUB#
Berendas moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Island has worked his arm free - good work by Island!
Island manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (5) vs (4) Island
Berendas is controlling Island's trapped leg to prevent Island from advancing to side control.#T9#
Berendas tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg.
Island wants to take a breather but Berendas is having none of it.
Berendas manages to get to full guard.
Berendas looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Island puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T10#
Island seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Berendas does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Berendas trying to control from the bottom.
Island wants to control but Berendas is keeping him busy.
Berendas wants to improve his position but Island is controlling well.
Island wants to control but Berendas is keeping him busy.
Berendas tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #T11#
Island trying to mount his opponent but Berendas defends it.
Island wants to control but Berendas is keeping him busy.
Berendas trying to control but Island postures up.
#SUB2#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Berendas sees it coming and defends easily.
Berendas trying to control from the bottom.
Island is trying to control. Berendas wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T12#
Island keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Island tries to pass the half guard into mount. Berendas knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Island is trying to control. Berendas wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Island seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Berendas keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Berendas is refusing to be controlled, as Island sits in half guard. #T13##SUB2#
Island is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Berendas is just riding it out for now. Island eventually gives up the hold.
Berendas keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T14#
Island tries to pass to full mount but Berendas defends it.
Island wants to take a breather but Berendas is having none of it.
Berendas wants to improve his position but Island is controlling well.
Berendas is staying active underneath Island, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Berendas keeping hold of Island's head, controlling as best he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Berendas takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
Uvele Berendas decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 48
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Glen Barnes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Lou da Vinci and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Island moves into the clinch.
Barnes jumps guard but Island turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Island gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barnes (0) vs (2) Island
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Barnes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.
Island trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes working a defensive guard here.
Island must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Island slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Barnes keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #T1#
Barnes is adopting a defensive guard.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Barnes has his foot on Island's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Island works his way back into a safe position though.
Island postures up.
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Barnes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Barnes wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Barnes has Island pulled in close to control his posture.
Barnes wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Barnes controls Island momentarily but Island frees himself.
Island stays in close to Barnes's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Barnes throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Island escapes and throws Barnes's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (0) vs (5) Island
Island is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Barnes will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Barnes tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Island has knee on belly momentarily but Barnes bucks him off and regains half guard.
Barnes wants to control but Island is keeping busy.
Barnes is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4##SUB#
Barnes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Barnes pulls Island in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Barnes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Barnes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Island can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Island wants to control from the top but Barnes keeps moving. #T5##SUB2#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Barnes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Barnes manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Barnes's guard.
Island wants to control from the top but Barnes keeps moving.
Island trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
Barnes trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Barnes looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Island passes into half guard.
Island wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnes keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Barnes actively working from the bottom here.#T7#
Island not doing much here.
Island trying to control from half guard but Barnes is working away.
Island with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Barnes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg.
Barnes trying to hold on to Island's head to control him but Island postures up.
#T8#
Island is trying to control the action in half guard but Barnes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Barnes is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barnes trying to control the position.
Island wants to control from the top but Barnes keeps moving.
Island passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (0) vs (8) Island#SUB2#
Island wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barnes, who protects the arm well. #T9#
Barnes tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Island controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Island is trying to get an arm triangle but Barnes is defending well.
Island working away.#T10#
Barnes sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Barnes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily.
Barnes tries to roll over but Island keeps him under control.
Barnes is working hard here to advance position.
Barnes slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Barnes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Island is one step ahead there.
Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barnes is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Island pushing down on Barnes's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Barnes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura but Barnes is defending it quite comfortably.
Island is looking to stall here but Barnes recovers full guard. #T12#
Barnes looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Island passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (0) vs (11) Island
Barnes tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnes (0) vs (13) Island#T13#
Barnes is looking to improve his position but Island isn't that keen on the idea.
Barnes is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Barnes regains half guard.
Barnes trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barnes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Island tries to pass to full mount but Barnes defends it. #T14#
Barnes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Island is working away from the top position though.
Barnes is holding on to half guard well.
Barnes is looking to improve his position.
Island performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Island is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that's the end of the fight!
Island wins on points by 13 to 0. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 47
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Mason Island! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gotosleep Innkeeper!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Colin Fotheringham and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Island has taken the fight to the clinch.
Innkeeper drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Island gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Island works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Island (2) vs (0) Innkeeper
Island not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Island passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Island (5) vs (0) Innkeeper
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Innkeeper is letting Island control him for a moment.
Innkeeper trying to control but Island flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Island (8) vs (0) Innkeeper#T1#
Innkeeper rolls, trying to escape but Island keeps control of the position.
Innkeeper wants to control his opponent's hands but Island gets his hands free.
Innkeeper tries to escape but Island has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
I would not like to be Innkeeper right now.
Innkeeper just trying to survive but Island is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Innkeeper is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Island gets his way!
#T2##SUB#
Island is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Innkeeper defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Island controls the position.#SUB#
Island is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Innkeeper is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mason Island! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 40
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Uvele Berendas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Island clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Island jumps into guard, dragging Berendas to the mat.
Island keeping moving, preventing Berendas from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island wants to sweep but no luck.
Berendas might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Berendas trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berendas is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Island is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1##SUB2#
Island is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Island has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Berendas trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Berendas controls the pace.#T2#
Berendas looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (0) vs (2) Island
Island controls from within his opponent's guard.
Island's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Berendas looking for a sweep. Not yet Berendas, not yet. #T3#
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berendas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Island passes into half guard.
Island trying to control the action but Berendas is working from the bottom.
Berendas keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Berendas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily.
Berendas on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Berendas tries to get out of the position.#T4##SUB2#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but Berendas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Berendas is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Berendas is trying to keep Island in close.
#SUB#
Berendas looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Island passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Berendas (0) vs (5) Island
Island controls the position from side control.#T5#
Island working away.
I wouldn't like to be where Berendas is right now. #SUB2#
Island is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Berendas knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Island wants to lay and pray for a moment but Berendas keeps working. #T6##SUB2#
Island tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Island has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Island tries for a kimura but Berendas is defending well.
Island takes a little break here. Berendas wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T7##SUB2#
Island thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Berendas prevents Island from improving position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Berendas's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
Island passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Berendas! Score +2 for reaching mount: Berendas (0) vs (7) Island#SUB2#
Island looking for a guillotine from mount but Berendas is having none of it. #SUB2#
Berendas defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Island.
Berendas tries to hold on but Island pushes him away. #SUB2#
Island has hold of Berendas's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Berendas manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T9#
Island takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Berendas really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Berendas tries to hold on but Island pushes him away.
Island controlling the position easily from mount.
Island mounts Berendas! Really nice guard pass there! #T10#
Berendas gets back to half guard.
Island perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Berendas won't allow Island to pass to mount.
Berendas trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Island manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Berendas (0) vs (10) Island
Berendas tries to lock up and control but Island gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Island seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Berendas is holding on tight.
#T11##SUB2#
Island goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Berendas is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (2) vs (10) Island#SUB2#
Island is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Berendas is aware though and is defending well.
Berendas trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berendas has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Island has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Berendas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T12##SUB2#
Berendas avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Berendas defends well.
Berendas looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (2) vs (12) Island#T13#
Berendas is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Berendas keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
Berendas is trying to control the position but Island postures up. #SUB#
Berendas is looking for a triangle but Island pushes his legs off easily.
Island trying to control but Berendas is working from the bottom. #T14#
Berendas not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Island wants to control from the top but Berendas keeps moving.
Berendas trying to keep a closed guard but Island is proving a slippery customer.
Berendas keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Island is fighting to break Berendas's control of his arms but Berendas is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Island wins on points by 12 to 2. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 39
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jax Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Brown darts in looking for a takedown but Island gets double underhooks and turns Brown into the cage. #TD2#
Island is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Brown can't fight it off and eventually Island manages to take the fight to the floor. Brown looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (0) vs (2) Island#SUB#
Brown looking for subs off his back but Island has passed one foot through into half guard.
Island sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Brown tries to roll over but Island keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Island is pressing down on Brown's thigh, looking to free his foot. Brown is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Island seems content to control.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Brown gets full guard.#SUB#
Island avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1##SUB#
Brown working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Island doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Island manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brown is breathing heavily.
Island looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
It looks like Island 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.
Brown keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
Island slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Island must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Island passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (0) vs (5) Island
Brown tries to bench press Island off him but Island keeps the position. #SUB2#
Island working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brown tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Brown struggling a bit here.
Brown is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Island off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (4) vs (5) Island
Island tries to roll but Brown sticks to his back.
Brown looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Brown is not going to allow Island to sit and survive in this position.
Island is trying to break free.
#T3##SUB#
Brown is looking for the choke from the back position but Island is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Brown looking to break Island's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Island remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Brown will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Brown is persistently looking for the submission but Island is defending it well.
Island is trying to break free.
Brown is not going to allow Island to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Brown is persistently looking for the submission but Island is defending it well.
Island trying to control the hands but Brown won't let him. #SUB#
Island fending off the submission attempt from Brown. #T4#
Island holding both Brown 's hands and preventing any damage.
Island can't escape the position.
Island trying to control the hands but Brown breaks the grip.
Island might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Brown haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Island is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Brown is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Brown doesn't have the hooks in and Island manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (4) vs (7) Island#T5#
Island postures up.
#SUB2#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Island slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brown defends it well.
Brown is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Brown is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Brown is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily. #T6#
Island with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Island is continuing to stall.
Brown manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Brown looking for subs off his back but Island has passed one foot through into half guard.
Still in half guard, Island seems content to control.
Brown tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #T7#
Island stalling.
Island is looking to advance position but Brown won't allow it.
Brown might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Brown defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Island looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.#T8##SUB#
Brown looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Brown is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Island has latched onto it... Big trouble! Island pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Brown is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mason Island! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 32
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Mason Island! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tuur Carlier!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Carlier closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Island has Carlier pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Island pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Carlier tumbling to the mat - Island dives into Carlier's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Island (2) vs (0) Carlier#SUB#
Island drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Carlier dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Island (2) vs (2) Carlier
Island will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Island wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Carlier wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
Carlier trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Island holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Carlier is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Island is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Island has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Island (4) vs (2) Carlier#T1##SUB2#
Carlier is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.#SUB2#
Carlier working for a triangle but Island defends it easily.
Island controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Island seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Carlier for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Island has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Island continues to stall.#SUB2#
Carlier pushes a forearm under Island's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Island is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tuur Carlier!
Tuur Carlier really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Fantasy Threads logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 26
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Jorge De Silva! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Joseph Jones and Chad Campbell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Island clinches up with De Silva and pushes him back against the cage.
De Silva is trying to pull guard but Island turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Island has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but De Silva regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Silva (0) vs (2) Island#SUB#
De Silva looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Island content to stall in guard here.
Island wants to control from the top but De Silva keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Silva working for a triangle but Island defends it easily.
Island sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
De Silva is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Island slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: De Silva (0) vs (5) Island#SUB2#
Island is trying to get an arm triangle but De Silva is defending well. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, De Silva has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
De Silva is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Island politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Island prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Island goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, De Silva rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Island's guard! Nice work there by De Silva! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Silva (2) vs (5) Island
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Island is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Silva (2) vs (7) Island
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but De Silva is retaining full guard.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
De Silva looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
#SUB#
De Silva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Island defends it easily.#T3##SUB#
De Silva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Island doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but De Silva is tightening it up a little... Island has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Island reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Island taps out! Nice BJJ there by De Silva!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jorge De Silva! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 23
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dani Gerbandi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Reed Andrews and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gerbandi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gerbandi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Island tries to avoid it but Gerbandi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Island to the ground. Island escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Island shoots for a double leg takedown but Gerbandi sprawls well. He's pushed Island's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Island forces Gerbandi back against the cage and clinches.
Island is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gerbandi to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Island jumps into guard, dragging Gerbandi to the mat.
Gerbandi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gerbandi looking to pass the guard.
Island keeping moving, preventing Gerbandi from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gerbandi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Island not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Gerbandi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island working a defensive guard here.
Gerbandi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gerbandi wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
Island has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Island is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gerbandi wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
Gerbandi postures up.
Gerbandi passes Island's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Gerbandi seems to be looking for submissions.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gerbandi is keen to just control but Island is a slippery customer.#T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Island looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gerbandi is looking for a kimura here.
Gerbandi trying to control from half guard but Island is working away. #T4##SUB#
Gerbandi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Island sees it coming and defends easily.
Gerbandi is trying to control. Island wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Island trying to control here.
Gerbandi wants to free his trapped foot but Island is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Island wants to control but Gerbandi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Island tries to get to full guard but Gerbandi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gerbandi to get the leverage. #T5#
Island is not content to let Gerbandi control the position.
Island is looking to control Gerbandi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Island avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gerbandi to get the leverage.
Gerbandi is looking to stall here but Island recovers full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Island is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (0) vs (2) Island#T6#
Island engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gerbandi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Island stopping the sweep attempt from Gerbandi.
Island 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. #SUB#
Gerbandi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Island is aware though and is defending well.
Island trying to control but Gerbandi is working from the bottom.
Island passes Gerbandi's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T7#
Island tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gerbandi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Island is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gerbandi is just riding it out for now. Island eventually gives up the hold.
Gerbandi is positioning himself well to prevent Island advancing to mount. #SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Island not doing much here.
Gerbandi wants to control but Island is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gerbandi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Island trying to control but Gerbandi is working from the bottom.
Gerbandi wants to sweep but no luck. #T9##SUB#
Gerbandi looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
#SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Island wants to control from the top but Gerbandi keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Island controlling from the top position. #T10#
Gerbandi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Island content to stall in guard here.
Gerbandi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Island is fighting to break Gerbandi's control of his arms but Gerbandi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T11#
Island postures up.
#SUB#
Gerbandi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Island works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gerbandi is not content to let Island control the position.
Gerbandi desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Island is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Gerbandi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gerbandi looking to control.
#SUB#
Gerbandi working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Island has passed into half guard!
Gerbandi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions off his back.
Island seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T13#
Gerbandi regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gerbandi keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass. #SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a triangle but Island pushes his legs off easily.
Gerbandi wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Island is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T14#
Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerbandi is keeping the position for now.
Gerbandi working a defensive guard but Island manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (0) vs (5) Island
Gerbandi tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Island presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gerbandi (0) vs (7) Island
Gerbandi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Island can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gerbandi is looking to escape.
Gerbandi wants to hold on but Island pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Island wins on points by 7 to 0. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 20
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Mason Island! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Tadahiro Nomura!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, John Roberts and Russell Pearce.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Island gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Island (2) vs (0) Nomura
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Island content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nomura trying to get back to full guard but Island takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Island (5) vs (0) Nomura#SUB#
Island looking to secure an arm triangle but Nomura defends it well.
Nomura is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island manages to capitalize on a mistake by Nomura to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Island (8) vs (0) Nomura
Island controls the position.
Nomura staying busy and making it hard for Island to control. #T1#
Nomura just trying to survive but Island is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Island is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nomura has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Nomura wants to control his opponent's hands but Island gets his hands free. #SUB#
Nomura preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Island.
You can see the frustration on Nomura's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Island biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nomura trying to control the action but Island just sinks the hooks in. #T2#
Island has good solid back control here.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Island's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Nomura is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Island tightening his grip on Nomura, looking for the choke. #T3#
Nomura is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Island.
Nomura looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Nomura might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Island haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Nomura is trying to break free.
Island is not going to allow Nomura to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Island working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T4#
Island is hanging on to Nomura's back as he tries to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island is not going to allow Nomura to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Nomura is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Island looking for the choke from the back.
Island keeps control of the position easily here as Nomura tries to buck him off.
Nomura rolls, trying to escape but Island keeps control of the position.
#T5##SUB#
Nomura is having to fend off submission attempts from Island, who is looking to sink in the choke. Island doesn't have the hooks in though and Nomura manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Island (8) vs (2) Nomura#SUB#
Island is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Nomura frees his head nicely. Oh but Island has switched to an armbar! Nomura is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Mason Island! |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Oki Zuki ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mason Island!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zuki shoots in for a takedown but Island shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Island shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zuki sprawls well. Zuki wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Island gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Island drags the fight down to the ground.
Zuki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Zuki (3) vs (0) Island
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Island gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zuki (5) vs (0) Island#T1##SUB#
Zuki working for a submission but Island is keeping him at bay.
Island keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Zuki controlling from mount.
Zuki wants to take his opponent's back but Island doesn't allow it. #SUB#
Zuki looking for a guillotine from mount but Island is having none of it.
Island sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Island trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zuki is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zuki wants to pass the guard but Island is defending well. #T3#
Zuki is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zuki (8) vs (0) Island
Zuki content just to control the position here.
Zuki '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.#T4#
Island tries to hold on but Zuki postures up.#SUB#
Zuki jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Island is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Island and Zuki has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Zuki is staying tight to Island's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Island looks to move to half guard but instead Zuki has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zuki (10) vs (0) Island#SUB#
Zuki goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Island is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zuki (10) vs (2) Island#T5#
Island postures up.
Island wants to control from the top but Zuki keeps moving.
Zuki pulls Island in to control the position.
Zuki wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zuki is pulling down on Island's head. It's preventing any offense from Island, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Zuki has his foot on Island's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Island works his way back into a safe position though.#T6#
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Zuki is retaining full guard.
Zuki pulls Island in close to his closed guard and prevents Island from doing any damage or advancing position.
Island trying to control but Zuki is working from the bottom.
Zuki lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zuki (12) vs (2) Island
Zuki controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T7#
Zuki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Zuki drops back, looking for a kneebar! Island looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Island looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Island! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zuki (12) vs (6) Island
Zuki trying his best to control but Island has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zuki (12) vs (8) Island
Zuki working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Island avoids the attempt from Zuki to control.#SUB2#
Island working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Zuki tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Zuki wants to hold on but Island pushes him away.
Zuki really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Island trying to control but Zuki is having none of it. #T9#
Zuki tries to hold on but Island pushes him away.
Zuki sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Zuki is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zuki is pulling down on Island's head. It's preventing any offense from Island, at least for the moment.
Zuki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Island manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zuki (14) vs (8) Island
Zuki forces his way into half guard.#T10#
Zuki trying to pass the guard but Island defending well.
Zuki works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zuki (17) vs (8) Island
Zuki controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Zuki has control of Island's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Island regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T11#
Zuki looking to control and managing it successfully.
Island prevents Zuki from taking his back.
Island is looking to improve his position but Zuki isn't that keen on the idea.#T12#
Zuki controlling his opponent.
Island is desperately trying to improve his position but Zuki has a good base and remains in mount.#T13#
Zuki content just to control the position here.
Zuki tries to control but Island wriggling away. #SUB#
Zuki working for a guillotine from mount but Island is in no mood to give up.
Zuki content just to control the position here.
Island wants to hold on but Zuki pushes him away.
Zuki controlling from mount. #T14##SUB#
Zuki looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Island tries to hold on but Zuki pushes him away.
Zuki seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Island is holding on tight.
#SUB#
Zuki working for a submission but Island is keeping him at bay.
Island tries to reverse the position but Zuki maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Zuki swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Island is now in Zuki 's guard. A big mistake from Zuki there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zuki (17) vs (10) Island
Island postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zuki takes the fight on points by 17 to 10. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Fox takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Island takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.#TD2#
Fox drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Fox has an Americana. Island didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Fox is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Fox hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Platinum Fox! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Island tries to clinch but Peterson is having none of it.
Peterson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Island.
Peterson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Peterson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Peterson swinging wildly here.
Island ducks under a wild hook from Peterson.#TD2#
Island drives through with a takedown into guard.
Peterson scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Peterson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Island has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Peterson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Island napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Island takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Island tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU#
Peterson decides to stand back up.
Island lands a head kick. Peterson smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT2#It looks like Jake Peterson has been cut.#T1#
A combination from Peterson does no damage.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
Peterson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Peterson misses with a takedown #KD2#
and Island counters with a crisp one two that drops Peterson! Island thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Peterson to his feet! Peterson is in big trouble!#TD2#
Island drives through with a takedown into Peterson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Peterson is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Island stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD#
Peterson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Peterson manages to end up in side control.
Island sneaks out the side door and pushes Peterson away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T2#
Peterson throws a head kick but Island moves out of range.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
Jake Peterson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason Island.
Peterson throws a series of punches but Island moves out of range.
Island displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Peterson.
Island swinging wildly here.
Peterson keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Peterson gets a takedown into half guard.
Peterson wants to stand but Island has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Island wants to control but Peterson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Island is looking for a sweep. Peterson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've been hearing that Peterson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Peterson is looking to advance position but Island won't allow it.
Peterson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Island is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Peterson is thwarting Island's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Peterson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Island is looking to escape.
Peterson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Island knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
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.#SUB#
Peterson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Island defend it? Peterson steps over the head and cranks it - Island is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Peterson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jake Peterson!
Jake Peterson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Island feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Strongman pulls Island in to control the position.
Strongman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Our spies down at at K.O-M.M.A inform us that Strongman has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Island wants to control from the top but Strongman keeps moving. #SUB2#
Strongman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Island passes into side control.
You can see the frustration on Strongman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
What's Strongman going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strongman struggling a bit here.
Strongman stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T1#
Strongman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Island blocks the strikes from Strongman.
Strongman is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Strongman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Strongman is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Strongman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Strongman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Island can't keep his opponent in guard - Strongman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2#
Strongman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Island knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Strongman on the ground.#SUB2#
Strongman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Island defends it well.
Strongman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Strongman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Island doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Strongman.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Strongman seems to be looking for submissions.
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#
Strongman has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Island defend it? Strongman steps over the head and cranks it - Island is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Strongman!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bloodsport Strongman! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2022 |
#R1#
King connects with a nice looking jab.
King throws a jab when Island was well out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by King.
Island tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Island tries to get set, King tries to push him back and clinch up but Island manages to avoid the attempt.
King lands a nice hook to Island's body. Island takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Island misses with a few strikes there.
We've been hearing reports that King has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Good standup being displayed there by King as he connects with a hook.#CUT#That has opened up Mason Island's cut even more.
King rushes Island and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Island is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. King piles on the pressure and Island crumples to the floor! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ledley King! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Miles swats away the attempt to clinch by Island.
Island wants to clinch up but Miles keeps it at a distance.
Island tries to clinch but Miles moves out of range.
Island looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Island is trying hard to land a takedown here. Miles sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Island throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Miles on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Island has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mason Island. 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.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but Miles manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Miles swats away the attempt to clinch by Island.#TD#
Island shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Miles manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T1#
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Miles is retaining full guard.
Miles throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Miles is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Island trying to control but Miles is working from the bottom.
Our spies down at at All-Star MMA inform us that Miles has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Miles trying to keep a closed guard but Island is proving a slippery customer.
#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.
Island distracts Miles with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Miles wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miles keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Miles misses the jab.
Island is looking to counter the offense by Miles and move into the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Miles. No joy for Island on that attempt.
Island tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Island shoots in for a takedown but Miles shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Miles misses.
Island looks to land a combination. Miles sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#It looks like Dan Miles has been cut.
Island throws a front kick that sends Miles stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Miles stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Miles wants it to stay on the feet.
It seemed like Miles was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Island is breathing heavily.
Island throws a head kick that misses.
Miles avoids the head kick by Island.
Miles tries a quick counter leg kick but Island is wise to it.
Island goes for a double leg but Miles avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Miles continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Miles is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Island can't fight it off and eventually Miles manages to take the fight to the floor. Island looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Miles pushing down on Island's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Miles trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
Miles seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Island is refusing to be controlled, as Miles sits in half guard.
Miles slips a nice elbow through Island's hands, connecting with Island's forehead.
Miles scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Miles working the head and body with strikes.
Island gets full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miles tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
Miles chips away with some ground and pound.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Island wants to stand but Miles is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dan Miles will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dan Miles's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Miles swings widly with a right hand
and Island connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Island looks for a takedown but Miles sprawls well.#CL2#
Miles forces Island back against the cage and clinches.
Miles has Island pressed against the cage, preventing Island from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Island misses with the head strike.
Island tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Miles has picked Island up - he's going for a ride! Miles dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Island pushes Miles off and gets back to his feet.
Island ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miles moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Island looks for a takedown but Miles sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mason Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Miles throws a jab when Island was well out of range.
Miles throws a jab but it's blocked by Island.
Miles rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Island counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miles chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Island can pounce on him.
Island tries to clinch but Miles is having none of it.
Miles walks forward, straight into a front kick from Island.
Island moves in looking to clinch but Miles pushes him off.
Miles unleashes a big counter combination but Island bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Island is looking to clinch.
Miles swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miles displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Island.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Miles looks to land a left hand but Island moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Miles throws a big shot that misses.#TD#
Island looking to score a takedown here. Miles is defending well but Island drives through and ends up in Miles's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Miles is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miles trying to stand up but can't free himself from Island's guard.
Miles scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Miles content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Miles stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Island swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dan Miles has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Miles trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
Island trying to control the position here.
Island can't keep his opponent in guard - Miles advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Island knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Miles on the ground.
Miles looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Miles is trying to control. Island wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miles in particular looking to stall.
Island is staying active underneath Miles, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Miles passes to side control.
Miles is working Island over with some ground and pound from side control. #CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Miles working the head with strikes.
Miles taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dan Miles will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Miles circles away from the clinch attempt.
Island misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Island closes this distance looking for a takedown but Miles circles away.
Island tries to clinch but Miles moves out of range. #CL#
Island moves into the clinch.
Miles is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Island is defending well.
Miles misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Island.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island is trying to pull guard but Miles has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mason Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Island is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Island blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Island can't get the takedown.
Miles tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Miles has picked Island up - he's going for a ride! Miles dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Miles wants to lay and pray for a moment but Island keeps working.
Miles tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Island.
Miles scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Miles scoring with strikes to the body and head. #CUT2#Mason Island's cut is getting worse.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miles wants to take a breather but Island is having none of it. #T2#
Miles drops an elbow to the side of Island's head.
Island is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Miles scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC2#Island is rocked!#CUT2#Mason Island's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Miles lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Oh Island is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Jeez, Mason Island's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Mason Island's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Dan Miles!
After the big win, Dan Miles made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Highland Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
VFC 72 Old Leg vs Feynn
Date: Apr 29, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Island closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bling to the mat! Bling manages to get full guard.
Bling pulls Island in close to prevent any damage.
Island stopping the sweep attempt from Bling.#SUB2#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bling has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bling wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Bling has his hands on Island's head, controlling the position.
Island trying to control but Bling is working from the bottom.
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.
Island slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
An elbow from Island crashes against the mat.
#T1#
Bling is trying to improve his position.
Island wants to stand but Bling is controlling his arm.
Bling tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Island is looking to take a break and control but Bling is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bling can't do much from the bottom here.
Bling tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Bling is not content to let Island control the position.
Bling definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bling is holding Island down, trying to stall.
Bling is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Island creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bling sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Bling tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bling might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bling is trying to control Island's posture but Island avoids it.
Bling is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sloppy strikes there by Island.
Bling is trying to get back to half guard.
Bling knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Island on the ground.
Bling looking for a sweep but Island has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Bling tries to hold on but Island postures up.
Bling reaches up to try and control the position but Island seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Bling rolls and tries to escape and now Island has his back!
#T3#
I really don't envy Bling right now.
#SUB2#
Island looking to break Bling's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bling remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Island will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bling tries to break free.
Island missing with strikes.
Bling trying to control the action but Island just sinks the hooks in.
Bling is really stuck here.
Island avoiding Bling 's attempts to control his hands.
Bling tries to escape but Island has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Bling trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Island controlling well, preventing Bling from escaping the position.
#T4#
Island trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Bling holding both Island 's hands and preventing any damage.
Bling looking very determined here, making life difficult for Island.
Bling looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Island working for the choke.
Bling tries to roll but Island sticks to his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bling just trying to survive but Island is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Island dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Island shoots in and drives through. Bling sprawls well.
A head kick by Island misses
and Bling counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bling lands with a straight right. Island didn't see that one coming.#CUT#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Island shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bling pinned against the cage. Bling gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Island shoots for a takedown but Bling saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Patty Bling has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason Island.
Island walks into a jab.
Bling throws an uppercut from hell that sends Island clean off his feet! He's out cold! Bling stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Patty Bling!
Patty Bling seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Barstow lands a slapping body shot.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Island lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#It looks like Dan Barstow has been cut.
Island misses with a body punch
and Barstow counters with a three punch combo that has Island backing up. Island nods at Barstow to acknowledge the strikes.#KD2#
Barstow feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Island sprawling to the canvas! Island rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Barstow finish him?!
#ROC2#Island is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barstow lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Island out cold! Island is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the cage! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Dan Barstow! |
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Event:
VFC 58 Soto vs Hilton
Date: Apr 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Young swats away the attempt to clinch by Island.
Nice shot by Young.#CUT#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Island shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Young but Young pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A little feinted left hand from Young on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Young is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Island.
Young throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Island counter with a right hand.
A jab from Young finds it's way through Island's defenses.
Ryder Young seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Young throws a body punch but Island moves out of range.
and Young counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Island! He's just covering up as Young starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryder Young!
Ryder Young thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Bergmundsson scores with a four punch combination!#TD2#
Island decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Island takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Island lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Island scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SU2#
Island gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Island keeps the fight on the outside.
Bergmundsson darts in trying to clinch
and Island counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
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!
Bergmundsson blocks a head kick by Island.
#CL2#
Island has managed to clinch.
Bergmundsson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Island pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
A head kick by Bergmundsson misses #TD2#
and Island counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Island is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Bergmundsson is trying to escape and Island transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Bergmundsson is forced to tap! Nice work there by Island! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mason Island!
The defeated Baldur Bergmundsson had this to say: 'Well I blame nobody other than myself'. |
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Event:
VFC 47 Meltdown
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Ettridge tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Island defends well and Ettridge ends up having to push Island into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ettridge working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Island has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ettridge clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Ettridge is covering up but some of the strikes from Island are getting through and doing damage.
#SUB2#
Island has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Ettridge has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Island is hanging on to Ettridge's back as he tries to escape.
Island avoiding Ettridge 's attempts to control his hands.
Ettridge wriggles onto his back under a barage of strikes. #T1#
Ettridge is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ettridge tries to reverse the position but Island maintains control.
Ettridge is trying to stand.
Ettridge takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Island lands a big shot there that rocks Ettridge but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Ettridge is trying desperately to improve position.
Island looking to finish Ettridge with some ground and pound. This is bad for Ettridge!
Ettridge avoids a series of strikes thrown by Island.
Ettridge is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB2#
Ettridge tries to improve his position but Island has taken his back! Island has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Ettridge tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Island pushes Ettridge away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mason Island! |
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Event:
VFC 25 Warrior Week
Date: Feb 23, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Island clinches up with Valero and pushes him back against the cage.
Valero lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Valero throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Island blocks it with crossed arms.
Valero letting Island take a breather here.
Valero lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Island or not.
Valero keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Island's efforts to push away.
Island looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Island escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Valero tries to bum rush Island with a series of wild strikes but Island uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island ducks under a wild hook from Valero.
Island darts in looking for a takedown but Valero gets double underhooks and turns Island into the cage.
Valero attempts a counter takedown but Island avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Valero has taken the fight to the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Valero scores with a nice short uppercut.
Valero lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Island or not. #T1#
Island trying to control the position but instead, Valero has worked for underhooks and has pushed Island into the cage.
Valero lands a shoulder strike.
A body shot lands from Valero.
Valero throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Valero manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Valero closes the distance and pushes Island back into the cage.
A short right from Valero on the inside.
Valero lands a left hand that snaps the head of Island backwards.
Island looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Island tries for a takedown but Valero manages to get underhooks.
Island is looking for a takedown.
Valero looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Felix Valero has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason Island.
Island looks winded!
Valero digs a right hand underneath Island's ribcage. Island let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Valero lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Valero with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Valero.
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!
Island tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Island tries to circle away but Valero has him pinned against the cage.
Valero lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Island.
Valero lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Valero scores with a hook to the body.
Valero stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Valero lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Island.#BC#
Valero breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Valero connects with a right that clearly hurt Island. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Valero proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Island collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Felix Valero!
Felix Valero decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
VFC 15 Feb is Fight Month
Date: Feb 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Roman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Island thinks about countering with a body kick.
Roman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Island with a lazy takedown attempt
and Roman counters with a three punch combo that has Island backing up. Island nods at Roman to acknowledge the strikes.
Roman shoots for a takedown but Island saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Island.
Roman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Island swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Island seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sloppy strikes from Roman. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Island clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Island jumps into guard, dragging Roman to the mat.
Island wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
Roman postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Island is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Roman, into his guard. #REVR##T1#
Roman wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Roman trying to strike off his back.
Island is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Roman lands some strikes from the bottom.
Island wants to pass the guard but Roman is keeping the position.
Roman wants to control the position but Island says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Well, if Island is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Roman wants to get back to full guard.
Island winds up and cracks Roman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Island winds up and cracks Roman with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Island looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Island prevents Roman from improving his position.
Roman flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#T3#
Island working the head and body with strikes.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SU#
Island stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Roman to get to his feet. #TD#
Island closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Roman tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB#
Roman is trying to stand. He's onto all fours with Island on his back. Island looks like he's slipping off but he's actually tansitioning to a beautiful armbar! Roman has to tap out to a very impressive submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mason Island! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Island uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Be.
Island wants to clinch but Be slips to the side
and Be counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Be circles away from the clinch attempt
and Be counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Island fails with the takedown
and Be cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Island misses with a takedown attempt
and Be counters with a crisp right that sends Island to the canvas! Be follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jota Be! |
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Event:
VFC 5 Legends are Born
Date: Jan 12, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Island rushes Yovkov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Yovkov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Island works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Yovkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Island is one step ahead there.
Yovkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU#
Island decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Island will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yovkov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.
Yovkov looks for a takedown but Island sprawls well.
Yovkov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Island back to the cage. Yovkov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T1#
Island shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yovkov but Yovkov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Island forces Yovkov back against the cage and clinches.
Yovkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Island ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Island no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Island preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Yovkov is looking to pass into half guard but Island pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Island is in guard.#REVR#
Yovkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Yovkov, not yet.
Yovkov tries to strike from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Yovkov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Island is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Yovkov.#T2##SU#
Island has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Island defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Yovkov.
Mason Island has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yovko Yovkov.#CL#
Island clinches up with Yovkov and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Island breaks from the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yovkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Yovkov shoots in and drives through. Island sprawls well.
Yovkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Island but Island pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Yovkov clinches up against the cage.#T3##TD#
Island manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Island pulls Yovkov in to control the position.
Yovkov pushes down on Island's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Island is staying active underneath Yovkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Island has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Yovkov. Oh but Island has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Yovkov goes limp - he's gone! Island jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mason Island! |
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Event:
VFC Wild Wednesdays 1
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Silverado keeps the fight on the outside.
Island moves in looking to clinch but Silverado pushes him off.
Silverado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Island has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Silverado throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Island stumbling backwards into the cage! Island bounces back off the cage towards Silverado, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Silverado lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Silverado celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). William Silverado! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Island fails with the takedown
and Schrodinger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Island takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Mason Island has been cut.#CL#
Island pushes Schrodinger up against the cage in a clinch.
Island is trying to force a seperation but Schrodinger has the dominant position.#BC#
Island breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Schrodinger connects with a single shot there.
A cross from Schrodinger lands.
Island ducks into an uppercut from Schrodinger and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Erwin Schrodinger!
Erwin Schrodinger decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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