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Event:
Oil Check 4:
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Qiang Cao ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Hector Gonzales !
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Andrew Berry and Chris Edwards.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Cao tries for a takedown but Gonzales sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Gonzales closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Cao did well to prevent Gonzales getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cao (0) vs (2) Gonzales
Cao holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Gonzales is trying to control. Cao wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cao controlling the position well.
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.#SUB2#
Gonzales 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.
#T1#
Cao trying to hold on to Gonzales 's head to control him but Gonzales postures up.
Cao looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2##SUB2#
Gonzales seems to be working for a kimura but Cao defends the submission attempt.
Cao preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Gonzales is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cao defends it well.
Cao keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3##SUB2#
Gonzales is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cao doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gonzales .
Cao is trying to maintain the position but Gonzales is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Gonzales wants to advance to full mount but Cao doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T5#
Cao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gonzales passes into half guard.
Gonzales wants to advance to full mount but Cao doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Gonzales trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
Gonzales trying to control the position from guard on top but Cao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cao is pulling down on Gonzales 's head. It's preventing any offense from Gonzales , at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Gonzales drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Cao dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cao (2) vs (2) Gonzales
Cao is stalling in the full guard. #T7#
Gonzales is controlling Cao 's posture.
Cao looking to pass the guard.
Gonzales wants to control the position but Cao says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T8#
Cao wants to control but Gonzales is keeping him busy.
Cao content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Cao is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gonzales trying to control but Cao postures up.
#T9#
Gonzales is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Cao is staying active.#SUB#
Cao is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cao trying to control from half guard but Gonzales is working away. #T10#
Cao prevents Gonzales from improving his position.
Cao trying to control from half guard but Gonzales is working away. #SUB#
Gonzales is defending against the submission attempts here by Cao .
#T11#
Gonzales is controlling Cao 's trapped leg to prevent Cao from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Cao seems to be looking for submissions.
Cao wants to pass the guard but Gonzales is defending well. #T12#
Gonzales is refusing to be controlled, as Cao sits in half guard.
Cao tries to pass to full mount but Gonzales defends it.
Cao wants to take a breather but Gonzales is having none of it.
Gonzales holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T13#
Cao passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cao (5) vs (2) Gonzales #SUB#
Cao working for a submission but Gonzales is keeping him at bay.
Gonzales is trying to escape the mount.
Gonzales really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cao . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gonzales tries to lock up and control but Cao gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cao can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gonzales is looking to escape. #T14#
Cao is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gonzales is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Cao goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Gonzales turns into him and now he's in Cao 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cao (5) vs (4) Gonzales
Cao trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cao takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
An out of breath Qiang Cao thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Oil Check 3
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Qiang Cao ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Friedrich August Von Hayek!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Ben Hemmingworth and Topper Green.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Cao tries for a takedown but Von Hayek circles away easily#TD2#
and Von Hayek counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cao (0) vs (4) Von Hayek
Von Hayek staying calm.
It looks like Von Hayek 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.#SUB2#
Von Hayek working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Hayek is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Cao 's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Von Hayek is continuing to stall.#SUB2#
Von Hayek is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cao knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cao looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Von Hayek wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cao , who protects the arm well. #T2#
Von Hayek staying calm.#SUB2#
Von Hayek is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cao knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Von Hayek wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cao , who protects the arm well. #T3#
Von Hayek controls the position.
The adventures of Von Hayek the control monster continue. Boring.#T4##SUB2#
Von Hayek working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Von Hayek is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Cao 's shoulder. That is not cool.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5##SUB2#
Von Hayek thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T6#
Von Hayek in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB2#
Von Hayek is trying to get an arm triangle but Cao is defending well.
Von Hayek has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cao (0) vs (6) Von Hayek#T7#
Von Hayek controlling from mount.
Von Hayek fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB2#
Von Hayek wants to finish this one by submission but Cao is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Von Hayek.
Von Hayek is trying to take his opponent's back.
Von Hayek controlling the position easily from mount.
My spies in Golden Harvest inform me that Von Hayek has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T8##SUB2#
Von Hayek looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Von Hayek controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Cao is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Von Hayek locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Cao is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Friedrich August Von Hayek! |
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Event:
Oil Check 2
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Qiang Cao ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Smash Adams!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, John Mangel and Darius Henderson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cao shoots in but no luck this time.
Adams shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cao as he avoids it easily.
Cao fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Adams avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice takedown defense from Cao . No joy for Adams on that attempt.
Adams shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Cao pinned against the cage. Cao gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Qiang Cao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Smash Adams.
Adams dives in for a single leg takedown but Cao sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cao tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Adams defends well and Cao ends up having to push Adams into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Adams is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cao gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adams gets underhooks to prevent Cao 's takedown attempt.
Adams goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cao prevents it.
Cao can't get the takedown.
Cao stops a takedown attempt from Adams.
Adams drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cao gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Cao drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T1#
Adams drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cao gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Adams is working for takedown but Cao is calmly controlling the position for now.
Cao tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cao prevents the takedown attempt.
Cao is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Adams is defending well.
Adams gets underhooks to prevent Cao 's takedown attempt.
Adams has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cao is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Adams tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cao has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Adams is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Adams goes for a takedown attempt but Cao pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Adams stuffs the takedown.
Cao closes this distance looking for a takedown but Adams circles away.#T2#
Cao fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cao shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Adams as he jumps to the side.
Cao looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Cao goes for a double leg but Adams avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Adams continues to drive forward.
Cao is looking to take this one to the mat.
Adams is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cao is breathing heavily.
Cao gets underhooks to prevent Adams's takedown attempt.
Cao drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Adams prevents the takedown attempt.
Cao is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Adams drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cao changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Adams fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Adams.
Cao tries to counter with a takedown but Adams is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Adams or perhaps it was just good defense by Cao , which made it look bad.
Adams shoots in looking for a takedown but Cao manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Adams's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Adams or perhaps it was just good defense by Cao , which made it look bad.
Adams shoots in looking for a takedown but Cao manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Adams's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cao has a takedown stuffed.
Cao fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Adams avoids it really well and circles away.
Adams with the counter takedown but Cao avoids it easily.
Adams fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Adams tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cao swivels and escapes.
Adams changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cao tries to avoid it but Adams manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cao to the ground. Cao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Adams misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Adams slaps away a takedown attempt from Cao , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Adams fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cao goes for a double leg but Adams avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Adams continues to drive forward.
Cao is working for takedown but Adams is calmly controlling the position for now.
Cao wants a takedown but no success here.
Cao drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Adams gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Adams tries for a takedown but Cao manages to get underhooks.
Adams can't get the takedown.
Cao wants a takedown.
#T5#
Cao changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Adams fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Adams shoots for a takedown but Cao saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Adams displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cao .
Adams shoots in but no luck this time.
Adams shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Adams fails with a takedown attempt.
Cao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cao goes for a double leg but Adams avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Adams continues to drive forward.
Adams wants a takedown but no success here.
Cao gets underhooks to prevent Adams's takedown attempt.
Adams drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cao pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cao stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cao wants it to stay on the feet.#T6#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cao .
Horrible takedown attempt by Adams or perhaps it was just good defense by Cao , which made it look bad.
Cao shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Adams sprawls well. Adams wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cao gets slowly back to his feet.
Adams feints the counter takedown.
Adams fails with the takedown.
Cao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Adams throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cao 's waist but Cao gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Adams off to one side.
No luck for Cao with that takedown attempt.
Cao closes this distance looking for a takedown but Adams circles away.#T7#
Adams tries for a takedown but Cao sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cao fails with a takedown attempt.
Adams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Adams stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Adams wants it to stay on the feet.
Adams defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cao .
Adams changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cao tries to avoid it but Adams manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cao to the ground. Cao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Adams displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cao .
Adams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice sprawl there from Cao as Adams shoots in.
Cao shoots in looking for a takedown but Adams manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cao 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T8#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Adams.
Adams fails with a takedown attempt.
Cao shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Adams defends it nicely.
Adams changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cao tries to avoid it but Adams manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cao to the ground. Cao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Adams fails with a takedown attempt.
Cao shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Adams as he avoids it easily.
And Adams tries to counter it with a takedown but Cao pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cao fails with a takedown attempt.
Adams changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T9#
Cao shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Adams as he avoids it easily.
Adams throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cao 's waist but Cao gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Adams off to one side.
Adams shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cao as he avoids it easily.
Cao shoots in for a takedown but Adams shows good takedown defense.
Adams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Adams shoots for a double leg takedown but Cao sprawls well. He's pushed Adams's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Adams shoots in for a takedown but Cao shows good takedown defense.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Cao .
Cao throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Adams's waist but Adams gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cao off to one side.
Cao shoots in for a double leg but Adams sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Adams keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Adams is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T10#
Adams tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cao sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Adams somewhat.
Adams goes for a double leg but Cao avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cao continues to drive forward.
Cao tries to counter with a takedown but Adams is quick to defend against it.
Cao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cao keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Cao dives in and grabs Adams's left leg, looking for a takedown. Adams pushes down on Cao 's head and hops out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Adams. #TD#
Cao drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cao (4) vs (0) Adams
Adams is not content to let Cao control the position. #T11#
Cao is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Adams's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Cao is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Adams is trying to escape and Cao transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Adams is forced to tap! Nice work there by Cao ! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Qiang Cao !
Qiang Cao 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:
Oil Check 1
Date: Aug 14, 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 0 wins and 0 losses; Qiang Cao ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Manuel Neuer!
The judges for this bout are Damien Edna, Topper Green and Eliza Hachem.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cao wants to clinch but Neuer slips to the side#TD2#
and Neuer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cao (0) vs (2) Neuer
Neuer passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cao (0) vs (5) Neuer
Cao tries to buck Neuer off but Neuer is having none of it.
Neuer works to advance to full mount. Cao defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cao (0) vs (7) Neuer
Cao has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Cao (0) vs (10) Neuer
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Neuer is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Cao is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Manuel Neuer!
After the big win, Manuel Neuer made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Harlan vs Plex - Money - #13
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Barbosa drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Cipriani is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Barbosa presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD#
Barbosa turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Barbosa manages to end up in side control.
Cipriani manages to get back to half guard.
Barbosa definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cipriani flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Cipriani controlling the position well.
Cipriani makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cipriani.#SUB2#
Cipriani has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barbosa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Barbosa won't allow Cipriani to sweep him here. #T1#
Barbosa throws a big right hand that misses.
Cipriani wants to get back to his feet but Barbosa is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cipriani utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barbosa wanted to stand there but Cipriani had control of the position. #SUB#
Barbosa is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cipriani is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cipriani has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Cipriani stays in close to Barbosa's body and controls the position.
Barbosa throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Cipriani is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Barbosa looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Barbosa looking for a guillotine here but Cipriani defends easily.
Cipriani looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cipriani's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD#
Barbosa looking to score a takedown here. Cipriani is defending well but Barbosa drives through and ends up in Cipriani's guard.
Cipriani uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#TD#
Barbosa drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Barbosa working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Barbosa tries to stand but Cipriani is controlling from the bottom.
Cipriani pulls Barbosa in to control the position.
Barbosa wants to pass the guard but Cipriani is keeping the position.#T4#
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Cipriani keeps moving.
Barbosa loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cipriani looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barbosa is one step ahead there.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Barbosa stays in close to Cipriani's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cipriani shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Barbosa sprawls well. Barbosa wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cipriani gets slowly back to his feet.
Barbosa attempts a counter takedown but Cipriani avoids it well and moves away.
Renato Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A nice inside leg kick there by Barbosa. That's going to slow Cipriani down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Cipriani dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Cipriani gets the takedown into side control.
Barbosa is trying to control Cipriani's posture but Cipriani avoids it.
Cipriani advances to mount.
Cipriani controlling from the full mount.
Cipriani tries to control but Barbosa wriggling away.
Cipriani controlling from the full mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cipriani is working for a guillotine from mount but Barbosa frees his head quite easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Cipriani dominating with strikes here.
Cipriani controlling the pace for now.
Cipriani is trying to control here but Barbosa has managed to regain half guard.
Barbosa is concentrating on defense, preventing Cipriani from advancing position.
Cipriani perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cipriani blocks the strikes from Barbosa.
Cipriani stalling away here and it's allowed Barbosa to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Cipriani trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Barbosa is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cipriani is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Cipriani throwing strikes but missing.
Cipriani stays in close to Barbosa's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL#
Barbosa fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cipriani, pushing him back against the cage.
Cipriani jumps guard but Barbosa stands there with Cipriani around his waist. Cipriani gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
Barbosa jumps guard.
Cipriani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cipriani trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Barbosa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cipriani is aware though and is defending well.#SU2#
Cipriani stands and steps away. Barbosa gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Barbosa throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Barbosa misses with a few strikes there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Barbosa shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cipriani is trying to defend but Barbosa finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Barbosa is thwarting Cipriani's attempts to control the position.
Cipriani is looking for a sweep. Barbosa is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cipriani manages to get to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa stopping the sweep attempt from Cipriani.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Johnny Cipriani will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Barbosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cipriani enables Barbosa to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cipriani manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Cipriani pushes Barbosa off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
Barbosa gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Cipriani jumps guard and drags Barbosa to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Cipriani striking off his back but it's not causing Barbosa any problems.
Cipriani looking to control.
Cipriani looking for a sweep. Not yet Cipriani, not yet. #SUB2#
Cipriani is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Barbosa defends well.
Barbosa trying to control but Cipriani is working from the bottom. #T1#
Barbosa sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Barbosa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cipriani swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cipriani looking for a sweep. Not yet Cipriani, not yet.
Barbosa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cipriani works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SU#
Barbosa stands and steps away. Cipriani gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Barbosa darts in and clinches Cipriani up against the cage.
Barbosa lands a nice knee to the body. #T2##TD#
Barbosa successfully pulls guard.
Cipriani is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Cipriani from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Barbosa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cipriani gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cipriani controlling from the top position.
Renato Barbosa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Cipriani gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cipriani tries to pull guard but Barbosa holds him up against the cage and eventually Cipriani drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Barbosa gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T4##SUB#
Barbosa is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cipriani is just riding it out for now. Barbosa eventually gives up the hold.
Cipriani keeping control of the position.
Cipriani trying to control but Barbosa postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Cipriani looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Renato Barbosa.
I think Cipriani has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Renato Barbosa! |
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Event:
Money - Additional - #7
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Barbosa tries to score a power double leg takedown but Plex sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Barbosa somewhat.
Barbosa takes one to the chin there.
Barbosa tries to clinch but Plex moves out of range.
Plex misses with a body kick.
Barbosa shoots in for a takedown but Plex shows good takedown defense.
Plex pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Barbosa back to the cage. Plex follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Plex looks for the body kick but Barbosa saw that one coming. #CL#
Plex drives through and clinches with Barbosa against the cage.
Plex dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa tries for a takedown but Plex manages to get underhooks.
Supa Plex has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Barbosa.
Barbosa goes for a takedown in the clinch but Plex prevents it.
#T1#
Plex drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Plex takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Barbosa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Plex pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Barbosa tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Plex smiles and moves away.
#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Barbosa enables Plex to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Barbosa manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T2#
Plex postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've been hearing that Plex has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Barbosa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Plex.
Plex trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom.
Plex is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Barbosa is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Barbosa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Plex gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Barbosa looks winded!
Plex throwing strikes from guard but Barbosa blocks nicely.
Plex with a nice head shot there.
Plex content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Plex makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Plex is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Plex's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Plex trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Plex distracts Barbosa with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Plex from controlling successfully.
Plex content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Plex wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Plex throws an elbow that misses. Barbosa uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Plex's guard. Nice move by Barbosa!#REVB#
Plex tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Plex is working hard here to advance position.
Plex is trying to keep Barbosa in close.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Plex doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Plex pulls Barbosa in close to prevent any damage.
Plex looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Barbosa puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Barbosa is pressing down on Plex's thigh, looking to free his foot. Plex is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa prevents Plex from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Supa Plex dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Barbosa tries to keep at a distance but Plex has taken the fight into the clinch.
Plex jumps guard but Barbosa stands there with Plex around his waist. Plex gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Plex is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Barbosa to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Plex breaks the clinch.
Barbosa doesn't manage to clinch there - Plex circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Plex throws a leg kick that misses.
Plex is looking to clinch.
Barbosa fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T1##CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and clinches.
Barbosa is trying to pull guard but Plex has him pressed against the cage.
Barbosa is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Supa Plex has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Barbosa.
Barbosa drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Plex gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Plex has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Plex is looking to take this one to the mat.#T2#
Plex displaying some good clinch control by pressing Barbosa up against the cage.
Plex takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Supa Plex has been cut.
Barbosa goes for a takedown attempt but Plex pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Plex tries to clinch there but Barbosa circles away.
Plex tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Plex gets a takedown into half guard.
Plex is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barbosa can do to turn this around?#ES2#
Barbosa has one foot on Plex's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T3##CL#
Plex gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've been informed that Barbosa has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Barbosa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Plex pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Barbosa is breathing heavily.
Plex wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Barbosa has him pressed against the cage.
Plex stalling against the cage.
#TD#
Plex has picked Barbosa up - he's going for a ride! Plex dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Plex scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Plex trying to mount his opponent but Barbosa defends it.
Barbosa on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Plex is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Plex looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Barbosa is not content to let Plex control the position.
Plex is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Barbosa moves into full guard.
Plex makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Plex accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Plex with a flurry of punches that miss.
Plex trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Supa Plex dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Supa Plex's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A right-left combo lands from Plex.
Plex throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Plex keeps the fight on the outside.
Plex tries to score a power double leg takedown but Barbosa sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Plex somewhat.#CL#
Plex has Barbosa up against the cage in a clinch.
Barbosa can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plex is trying to break the clinch but Barbosa is controlling him.#T1##TD#
Plex gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Plex scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Plex misses with a head shot. Barbosa uses the momentum to regain guard.
Barbosa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barbosa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Plex.
Plex with a flurry of punches that miss.
Barbosa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Plex postures up and lands a big shot to Barbosa's brow.
Barbosa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Plex content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Plex pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barbosa is keeping the position for now.
Plex with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Plex working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Plex with a flurry of punches that miss.
Plex trying to move into half guard but instead Barbosa has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Barbosa looking to pass the guard.
Barbosa wants to get up but he can't break Plex's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #ES#
Plex scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa with a lazy takedown attempt
and Plex connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Barbosa moves out of range as Plex throws a body kick.
Barbosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Plex wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Plex tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Barbosa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Barbosa tries to counter by closing the distance.
Renato Barbosa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##TD#
Plex shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Plex from controlling successfully.
Plex scoring with punches to the head and body.
Plex works over Barbosa with some ground and pound from guard.
Plex content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barbosa keeping full guard, as Plex tries to pass.
Plex has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Plex keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Barbosa's head.
Plex stands up over Barbosa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Plex wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving. #T4#
Barbosa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Plex is looking to work some ground and pound but Barbosa has wrist control.
Plex wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Plex throws a big elbow that misses.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Plex landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Barbosa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Plex is in close to Barbosa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
And that's the end of the fight!
Supa Plex showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Plex has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Supa Plex! |
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Event:
Money - Additional - #5
Date: May 07, 2022 |
#R1#
Barbosa shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Chai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barbosa fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Chai misses the target.
Chai throws a jab when Barbosa was well out of range.
Chai lands with a cross.
Barbosa tries to clinch but Chai moves away
and Chai counters with a nice uppercut.
Barbosa has his takedown stuffed
and Chai counters with a nice uppercut.
Chai definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tomahawk Chai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Barbosa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barbosa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Chai lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Chai lands a nice shot to the body.
Barbosa looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chai throws a right and a left that both miss.
Chai lands a nice hook to Barbosa's body. Barbosa takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tomahawk Chai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Barbosa moves forwards but Chai connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Chai jabs Barbosa to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tomahawk Chai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa looks winded!
Chai misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Barbosa counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Barbosa trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai has control of Barbosa's left arm, preventing Barbosa from doing any damage. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbosa trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Barbosa throws a big elbow that misses.
Chai knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Barbosa on the ground.
Barbosa tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Barbosa postures up in Chai's guard and throws a big left but Chai blocks it.
Barbosa preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Barbosa throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chai counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Barbosa got wobbled bad by a big combination! Chai presses forward with punches and knees until Barbosa stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Barbosa closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tomahawk Chai!
After winning the bout, Tomahawk Chai thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Money - Additional - #4
Date: Apr 16, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Barbosa shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Prokopenko manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Prokopenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Barbosa postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Barbosa throws a big elbow that misses.
Barbosa is working Prokopenko over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Barbosa is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Prokopenko is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Barbosa has his hands clasped together but Prokopenko extends and breaks Barbosa's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Prokopenko.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Uladzimir Prokopenko! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 14, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ankalaev.
Barbosa is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ankalaev is controlling him well.#SUB#
Ankalaev is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Barbosa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ankalaev wants to control but Barbosa is keeping him busy.
Ankalaev working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Ankalaev swings around for an armbar but Barbosa sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ankalaev's guard.#SUB2#
Barbosa 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ankalaev working for a triangle but Barbosa defends it easily.
Ankalaev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barbosa is one step ahead there.
Ankalaev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Barbosa on the ground.#T1#
Barbosa works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Ankalaev looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Ankalaev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barbosa pulls his head out easily.
Ankalaev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barbosa.
Barbosa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ankalaev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ankalaev wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Barbosa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ankalaev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Barbosa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ankalaev tries to get to full guard but Barbosa has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ankalaev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ankalaev is trying to get back to full guard.
Ankalaev trying to hold on to Barbosa's head to control him but Barbosa postures up.
Ankalaev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barbosa.
Ankalaev tries to roll over but Barbosa keeps him under control.#T3##SU2#
Barbosa stands up and beckons Ankalaev to join him on the feet. #TD#
Ankalaev shoots in and bounces Barbosa off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Barbosa manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Barbosa lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ankalaev is trying to pull guard but Barbosa has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Ankalaev has picked Barbosa up - he's going for a ride! Ankalaev dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ankalaev drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Barbosa manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ankalaev has Barbosa in his guard.#REVB##T4##SUB#
Ankalaev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ankalaev on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ankalaev tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
Barbosa stands up from Ankalaev's guard - Barbosa perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD#
Ankalaev scores with a takedown into Barbosa's guard.#SUB#
Ankalaev drops back, looking for a kneebar! Barbosa looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Barbosa looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Barbosa! #REVB#
Ankalaev tries to bench press Barbosa off him but Barbosa keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Renato Barbosa dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Barbosa throws a jab but it's blocked by Ankalaev. #TD#
Barbosa gets caught flat footed, as Ankalaev shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Barbosa looking for a guillotine here but Ankalaev defends easily.
Renato Barbosa has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ankalaev sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Ankalaev from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Barbosa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ankalaev trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom. #T1#
Barbosa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ankalaev wants to pass the guard but Barbosa is keeping the position.
Barbosa can't keep his opponent in guard - Ankalaev advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Barbosa is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Ankalaev is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Ankalaev is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Ankalaev is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ankalaev trying to mount his opponent but Barbosa defends it. #SUB#
Ankalaev is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Ankalaev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Barbosa sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Ankalaev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barbosa has managed to free his arm - good work.
Barbosa wants to control but Ankalaev is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Ankalaev drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ankalaev postures up.
Ankalaev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ankalaev tries to free his leg and advance position but Barbosa is retaining full guard.
Ankalaev is working hard here to advance position.
Barbosa keeping moving, preventing Ankalaev from controlling successfully.
Ankalaev looking to sit in guard and control but Barbosa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Ankalaev keeps moving. #SUB#
Ankalaev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Ankalaev pulls Barbosa in to control the position.
Ankalaev wants to sweep but no luck.
Ankalaev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ankalaev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barbosa postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ankalaev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Barbosa wanted to stand there but Ankalaev had control of the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Ankalaev throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Magomed Ankalaev dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Ankalaev is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Barbosa's half guard.
Ankalaev is trying to control the action in half guard but Barbosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Ankalaev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Barbosa sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Ankalaev is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Barbosa defends it well.
Barbosa works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ankalaev trying to control but Barbosa is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Barbosa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Ankalaev looking to sit in guard and control but Barbosa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Barbosa slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Barbosa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ankalaev tries to buck Barbosa off but Barbosa is having none of it.
Ankalaev is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Barbosa is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Barbosa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ankalaev is looking to escape.
Ankalaev wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Ankalaev trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T2#
Barbosa keeps control of the position as Ankalaev tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Barbosa is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ankalaev has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Will Barbosa go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ankalaev rolls, trying to escape but Barbosa keeps control of the position.
Barbosa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ankalaev just trying to survive but Barbosa is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Barbosa wants to control but Ankalaev is keeping busy.
Barbosa is hanging on to Ankalaev's back as he tries to escape.
#T3#
Ankalaev trying to control the position but Barbosa manages to sink in the hooks.
Ankalaev rolls, trying to escape but Barbosa keeps control of the position.
Ankalaev wants to control his opponent's hands but Barbosa gets his hands free.
Barbosa is hanging on to Ankalaev's back as he tries to escape.
Ankalaev trying to control the action but Barbosa just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Barbosa working for the choke.
Ankalaev trying to control the position but Barbosa manages to sink in the hooks.
Ankalaev tries to break free.
#T4#
Ankalaev trying to control the hands but Barbosa breaks the grip.
Ankalaev is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Barbosa is persistently looking for the submission but Ankalaev is defending it well.
You can see the frustration on Ankalaev's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ankalaev trying to control the hands but Barbosa breaks the grip.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ankalaev tries to break free.
Ankalaev wants to control his opponent's hands but Barbosa gets his hands free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Barbosa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Barbosa 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Renato Barbosa! |
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