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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
CACC 38
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kenny Knight (ranked 4381 p4p, 423 weight class) and Oscar Stolt (ranked 19100 p4p, 531 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Kenny Knight! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Oscar Stolt!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Stolt closes the distance and clinches.
Knight gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Stolt regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Knight (2) vs (0) Stolt
Knight wants to pass the guard but Stolt is keeping the position.
Knight has gone for a leg lock! Stolt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Knight's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (2) vs (2) Stolt
Knight is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stolt defends well.
We've been hearing good reports from Knight's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Knight has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stolt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Stolt won't allow Knight to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Knight is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stolt is aware though and is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stolt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Knight has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stolt has managed to get both his arms back between Knight's legs - danger averted.
Knight can't keep his opponent in guard - Stolt advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Stolt is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stolt slows the pace down in half guard.
Knight actively working from the bottom here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stolt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Knight knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Knight trying to control from the bottom.
Stolt perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Knight looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Knight is trying to control but can't.
Knight is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Knight trying to control from the bottom.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Knight tries to get to full guard but Stolt has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stolt with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Stolt 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.
Stolt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Knight keeps working.
Stolt moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (2) vs (5) Stolt
Stolt tries to advance to mount but can't.
Knight is looking for a sweep.
Stolt controls the position from side control.
Knight is trying to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Knight is working hard here to advance position.
Knight looks to move to half guard but instead Stolt has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Knight (2) vs (7) Stolt
Stolt sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Knight tries to lock up and control but Stolt gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Knight is working to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Stolt tries to control but Knight wriggling away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Stolt takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Knight wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Knight (2) vs (10) Stolt
What can Knight do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Knight trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Knight tries to roll but Stolt sticks to his back.
Knight just trying to survive but Stolt is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Knight right now.
Stolt gets his hands free as Knight looks to control.
Knight tries to escape the position.
Stolt just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Stolt.
Knight tries to break free.
Stolt is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Stolt is continuing to stall.
Knight turns into Stolt and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (4) vs (10) Stolt
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight has gone for a leg lock! Stolt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Knight's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (4) vs (12) Stolt
Knight has an active guard here but Stolt has managed to pass into half guard.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Knight is refusing to be controlled, as Stolt sits in half guard.
Knight is trying to control but Stolt passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (4) vs (15) Stolt
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Stolt working away.
Knight is trying to get back to half guard.
Stolt taking a breather here.
Knight can't do much from the bottom here.
Knight tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Stolt wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Stolt tries to move into full mount but can't pass Knight's legs.
Knight is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Knight looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Knight is in trouble now - Stolt has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (4) vs (18) Stolt
Knight tries to lock up and control but Stolt gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Knight working to try and regain half guard.
Knight is just holding on here. Stolt manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Knight (4) vs (21) Stolt
Knight trying to control the action but Stolt just sinks the hooks in.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Knight can't escape the position.
Knight breaks Stolt's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (6) vs (21) Stolt
Knight trying to control but Stolt is working from the bottom.
Knight trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Knight drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Stolt dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (6) vs (23) Stolt
Stolt tries to free his leg and advance position but Knight is retaining full guard.
Knight is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Stolt wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Knight looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Stolt passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (6) vs (26) Stolt
Knight is breathing heavily.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Knight is trying to get back to half guard.
Stolt controls the position.
Knight is trying to improve his position.
Knight is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Stolt is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Knight (6) vs (28) Stolt
Stolt controlling from mount.
Knight regains half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Knight trying to control here.
Stolt not doing much here.
Knight wants to control but Stolt passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (6) vs (31) Stolt
Knight struggling a bit here.
Knight looks to move to half guard but instead Stolt has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Knight (6) vs (33) Stolt
Stolt trying to control but Knight is having none of it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Knight tries to hold on but Stolt pushes him away.
Knight is wriggling around trying to escape.
Stolt controlling the position easily from mount.
Stolt tries to control but Knight wriggling away.
Stolt prevents Knight from getting the reversal.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Stolt looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Knight is controlling an arm, preventing Stolt from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Stolt prevents Knight from getting the reversal.
Stolt sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Stolt tries to control but Knight wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stolt manages to capitalize on a mistake by Knight to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Knight (6) vs (36) Stolt
And that's the end of the fight!
Stolt wins on points by 36 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Oscar Stolt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
BCS 13
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Python shoots in for a double leg but Nikolov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nikolov throws a sloppy head kick and Python moves out of range easily. #TD#
Python closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nikolov's guard.
Python passes into half guard. #SUB#
Python wants to work for an arm triangle but Nikolov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nikolov trying to control here.
Nikolov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Python working over Nikolov with some ground and pound. Nikolov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Python content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Python has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Python working over Nikolov with some ground and pound. Nikolov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Nikolov taking some punishment here, with Python in his half guard.
Python throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Python frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Python postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Nikolov bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Python and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cyrius Python!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 22, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Ulatov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ulatov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ulatov tries to move to mount but Naikkorine blocks the move with his legs.
Naikkorine tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Ulatov easily slips into full mount!
Ulatov unloading with bombs!#SUB#
Ulatov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Naikkorine manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Naikkorine is letting Ulatov control him for a moment.
Naikkorine takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T1#
Ulatov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ulatov landing a few strikes. #SUB#
Ulatov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Naikkorine rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ulatov's guard! Nice work there by Naikkorine! #SUB#
Ulatov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Naikkorine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ulatov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ulatov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Ulatov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Naikkorine is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Ulatov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Naikkorine is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Ulatov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Naikkorine manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ulatov has Naikkorine in his guard.#REVB#
Naikkorine must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Naikkorine looking to sit in guard and control but Ulatov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ulatov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Ulatov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ulatov pushes down on Naikkorine's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Ulatov is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Ulatov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Naikkorine doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ulatov.
Ulatov is looking to advance position but Naikkorine won't allow it. #T4#
Ulatov winds up and cracks Naikkorine with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Ulatov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Naikkorine is just riding it out for now. Ulatov eventually gives up the hold.
Ulatov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ulatov is just content to waste time from the top position. Naikkorine takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Ulatov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Ulatov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Ulatov 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.
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Naikkorine keeps moving.
Naikkorine looking to control.
Ulatov wants to pass the guard but Naikkorine is keeping the position.
Ulatov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Naikkorine can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulatov won't allow Naikkorine to get back to his feet.
Ulatov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Naikkorine trying to keep a closed guard but Ulatov is proving a slippery customer.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T1#
Ulatov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Ulatov 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ulatov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Naikkorine looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Naikkorine really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ulatov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ulatov pushing down on Naikkorine's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ulatov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Ulatov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T2##SUB#
Ulatov quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Ulatov but it's paid off an Naikkorine is forced to tap! Nice work by Ulatov.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergei Ulatov!
Our winner, Sergei Ulatov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
WPFA 8: Copeland vs Simpson 2
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Copeland closes the distance and pushes Simpson back into the cage.
Copeland blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Copeland misses with an elbow strike.
Copeland lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Copeland throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Copeland holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Copeland using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Simpson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Simpson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Copeland looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Copeland blocks an uppercut.
Copeland looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Copeland.
Copeland keeps control of Simpson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Copeland looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copeland trying to control the position but instead, Simpson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Copeland into the cage.
Simpson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Copeland with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Copeland misses with an elbow over the top.#T1#
Copeland throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Simpson working aggressively here.
Simpson lands with a short shot to the head.
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Copeland has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Copeland trying to control the position but instead, Simpson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Copeland into the cage.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simpson takes an elbow to the temple.
Copeland missing with knees to the body.
Copeland stalls.
Copeland taking a breather.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Simpson avoids it.#BC2#
Simpson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Copeland wants to clinch
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Travis Copeland has been cut.
Travis Copeland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Copeland.#T2##CL#
Copeland moves into range and clinches up with Simpson.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simpson.
Simpson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Copeland misses with a knee strike.
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!
Simpson misses with the head strike.
Copeland misses with an elbow strike.
Simpson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Copeland using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Simpson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Copeland throws an elbow but misses.
Simpson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Copeland tries to land knees in the clinch but Simpson avoids the damage to the body.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Richie Simpson has been cut.
Copeland letting Simpson take a breather here.
Simpson has a couple of punches blocked by Copeland.
Simpson throws a head punch that misses.
Simpson is looking to break free of the clinch but Copeland has double underhooks.
Simpson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Copeland.
Copeland looking to slow down the pace here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Simpson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Copeland.
Copeland digs a good body shot into Simpson's ribs.
Copeland closes the distance but Simpson moves to the side
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simpson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Copeland fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Copeland connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fight stays on the outside here - Copeland looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Simpson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Copeland instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copeland is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Simpson dodges an elbow strike from Copeland.
Simpson throws a head punch that misses.
Simpson working aggressively here.
#T1##BC2#
Simpson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Copeland is looking to clinch.
Some wild striking there from Copeland.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simpson! But no joy.
Simpson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Travis Copeland is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Simpson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Copeland.
Simpson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Simpson walks into a straight right hand from Copeland.
Simpson throws a jab but it's blocked by Copeland.
Copeland tries to clinch up.
Simpson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Copeland tries to clinch up but Simpson circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Copeland moves to clinch but Simpson breaks away
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simpson looks to score with a jab to the body but Copeland is just out of range.
Copeland jabs Simpson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simpson misses with a looping left.
Good shot there by Copeland.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Copeland is looking to clinch but Simpson is avoiding it.
#CL#
Copeland gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Copeland blocks a body shot from Simpson.
Copeland is working Simpson over against the cage.
Travis Copeland has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simpson.
Copeland trying to control the position but instead, Simpson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Copeland into the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Simpson.
Simpson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Copeland's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Copeland throws a series of strikes that have Simpson backpedaling.
Copeland throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simpson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Simpson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Simpson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Simpson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Copeland wants to clinch but Simpson slips to the side
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Copeland lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Copeland fails in his attempt to clinch.
Copeland fails in his attempt to clinch.
Copeland scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Simpson doesn't seem bothered though.
Simpson keeps the fight on the outside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simpson takes one on the button.#T1#
Simpson swats away the attempt to clinch by Copeland.
It seemed like Simpson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Simpson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Copeland.
A little feinted left hand from Copeland on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Copeland darts in trying to clinch
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Copeland forces Simpson back against the cage and clinches.
Simpson avoids a wild elbow strike from Copeland.
Copeland prevents a body shot from Simpson.
Simpson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Simpson avoiding damage as Copeland throws knees to the body.
Copeland cracks Simpson with a nice body shot.
With the fighters up against the cage, Copeland throws an elbow but misses.
Simpson tries a body shot but Copeland blocks it.
Copeland throws an elbow but it misses.
Copeland prevents a body shot from Simpson. #T2#
Copeland lands an elbow inside that Simpson shrugs off.
Simpson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Copeland blocks an uppercut.
Simpson misses with the head strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Copeland.
Copeland blocking some punches.
Simpson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Simpson takes a knee right on the jaw!
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!
Simpson struggles to land a body shot inside as Copeland controls his hands.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copeland stalling in the clinch.
Copeland throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Copeland throws an elbow that misses.
Copeland lands a good knee to the midsection. Simpson won't want to take too many of those.
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Copeland will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Simpson up against the cage.
Simpson tries to throw a body punch but Copeland avoids it by throwing Simpson back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Copeland's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Copeland fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Simpson on the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Simpson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Copeland moves in looking to clinch but Simpson pushes him off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Copeland looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Copeland ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Copeland tries to close the distance and clinch but Simpson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Simpson tries to keep at a distance but Copeland has taken the fight into the clinch.
Simpson managing to block the knees to the body from Copeland.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Copeland takes a shot to the head.
Simpson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Copeland stalling in the clinch but Simpson improves position.
Simpson misses with a punch on the inside.
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Copeland misses with a body punch.
A short right from Simpson on the inside. #BC2#
Simpson breaks the clinch.
Copeland tries to clinch up
and Simpson counters with a nice body shot.
Copeland throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Simpson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simpson takes a swing at Copeland's ribcage but misses.
Simpson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Copeland misses with a double jab.
Simpson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Copeland is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simpson can do to turn this around?
Simpson swats away the attempt to clinch by Copeland.
Copeland wants to clinch
and Simpson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Copeland tries to clinch up.
A little jabbing left from Simpson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Copeland tries to clinch up.
Copeland misses with a straight right. #CL#
Copeland forces Simpson back against the cage and clinches.
Copeland creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Simpson misses with some punches.
Copeland comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Copeland controlling the action here for a moment.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copeland landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#BC2#
Simpson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Copeland moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Travis Copeland will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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!
#R5#
Copeland tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Copeland takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Richie Simpson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Copeland jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simpson loads up on a big right hand but Copeland slips the punch.
Simpson throws an off balance right hand
and Copeland connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Copeland sizes up Simpson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Copeland connects with a good right hand that stumbles Simpson. Simpson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Copeland lands a jab-cross combination.
Copeland tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
Copeland tries to close the distance and clinch but Simpson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Travis Copeland is winning the standup battle so far.
Copeland wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simpson! But no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simpson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Simpson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Simpson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1#
Copeland lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Copeland throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Simpson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Copeland throws a predictable looking body shot
and Simpson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Copeland misses with a wild body shot.
Simpson misses with an uppercut
and Copeland counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Copeland throws a combination. Simpson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Copeland tries to clinch there but Simpson circles away.
#CL#
Copeland has Simpson up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Simpson.
Simpson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Simpson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Copeland throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Copeland lands an elbow just above Simpson 's eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2#
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simpson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Copeland backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Copeland.
Simpson misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Copeland.
A head punch on the inside from Simpson fails to land.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the head but Simpson blocks with his arms.
Simpson is trying to break the clinch but Copeland is controlling him.
Simpson misses with the head strike.
Copeland stalling the fight.
Copeland is stalling here.
Simpson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Simpson fails to land.
Copeland doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copeland will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Simpson up against the cage.
Travis Copeland is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Simpson blocks an elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Travis Copeland showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Copeland 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 50:46
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Travis Copeland!
Travis Copeland retains his lightweight title!
A victorious Travis Copeland thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
CACC 26
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oscar Stolt (ranked 7047 p4p, 530 weight class) and Hanny Sledgehammer (ranked 1907 p4p, 249 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Oscar Stolt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Hanny Sledgehammer!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sledgehammer darts in and clinches Stolt up against the ropes.
Sledgehammer can't get the takedown.
Stolt pulls guard.
Stolt keeping moving, preventing Sledgehammer from controlling successfully.
Sledgehammer looking to sit in guard and control but Stolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (2) vs (0) Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sledgehammer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stolt manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (2) vs (2) Sledgehammer
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sledgehammer tries to free his leg and advance position but Stolt is retaining full guard.
Sledgehammer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sledgehammer passes Stolt's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sledgehammer is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sledgehammer is looking to take a break and control but Stolt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sledgehammer is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer trying to control from Stolt's half guard. Stolt has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sledgehammer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sledgehammer trying to control the position from guard on top but Stolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sledgehammer preventing the sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer stands and throws Stolt's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (2) vs (5) Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sledgehammer trying to control the position but Stolt is working away.
Sledgehammer works to advance to full mount. Stolt defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Stolt (2) vs (7) Sledgehammer
Stolt bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (4) vs (7) Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sledgehammer looking for subs off his back but Stolt has passed one foot through into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stolt performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sledgehammer looking for submissions off his back.
Stolt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sledgehammer keeps working.
Stolt content to control rather than advance.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sledgehammer.
Sledgehammer wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Stolt is now in half guard.
Stolt trying to control the action but Sledgehammer is working from the bottom.
Sledgehammer is trying to get back to full guard.
Sledgehammer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sledgehammer wants to sweep here but Stolt controlling him for the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer is still trying to improve position.
Sledgehammer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stolt is aware though and is defending well.
Sledgehammer keeping moving, preventing Stolt from controlling successfully.
Stolt preventing the sweep.
Sledgehammer looking to control but Stolt passes into half guard.
Sledgehammer is looking for a sweep. Stolt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stolt stalling.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer is looking to improve his position.
Sledgehammer is pressing down on Stolt's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Stolt stopping the sweep attempt from Sledgehammer.
Sledgehammer is looking to sweep but instead, Stolt has passed into half guard.
Stolt prevents Sledgehammer from improving his position.
Sledgehammer looking for submissions off his back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stolt pulls his head out easily.
Stolt is taking a breather. Sledgehammer 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.
Sledgehammer wants to improve his position but Stolt is controlling well.
Stolt controlling the action here.
Stolt wants to pass the guard but Sledgehammer is defending well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Stolt looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Stolt has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Stolt prevents Sledgehammer from improving his position.
Sledgehammer manages to get to full guard.
Stolt stopping the sweep attempt from Sledgehammer.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stolt stacks Sledgehammer 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 Stolt! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (7) vs (7) Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Stolt's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Well, if Stolt 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.
Sledgehammer wants to control but Stolt is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sledgehammer is staying active underneath Stolt, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sledgehammer gets back to full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer wants to control but Stolt passes easily into half guard.
Stolt trying to mount his opponent but Sledgehammer defends it.
Sledgehammer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sledgehammer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stolt is pressing down on Sledgehammer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sledgehammer is holding on for now.
Stolt prevents Sledgehammer from improving his position.
Stolt trying to control the pace.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Stolt 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.
Sledgehammer wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sledgehammer manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sledgehammer is looking to sweep but instead, Stolt has passed into half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Stolt is keen to just control but Sledgehammer is a slippery customer.
Well, if Stolt 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.
Sledgehammer tries to get to full guard but Stolt has control of the leg.
Sledgehammer gets full guard.
Sledgehammer looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Stolt puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Sledgehammer tries to get to full guard but Stolt has control of the leg.
Sledgehammer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sledgehammer.
Sledgehammer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stolt's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (7) vs (9) Sledgehammer
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sledgehammer 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.
Sledgehammer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sledgehammer looking to sit in guard and control but Stolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (9) vs (9) Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sledgehammer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sledgehammer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Sledgehammer gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Sledgehammer wins on points by 10 to 9. |
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Event:
BCS 9
Date: Nov 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikolov misses the jab.
Nikolov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Winston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Winston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nikolov.
Winston takes one to the side of the head.
Winston slips under a jab from Nikolov.
Winston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nikolov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nikolov just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Winston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winston throws a looping overhand right but Nikolov ducks down to avoid it.
Nikolov throws out a counter right but Winston avoids it with no problem.
Winston swings for the body but Nikolov moves out of range.
Nikolov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nikolov slips a straight right by Winston.
Nikolov throws a lazy right hand but Winston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Winston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nikolov.
An attempted straight right counter from Winston misses the target.
Nikolov scores with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nikolov missing with a left hand there. Winston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Winston misses with an uppercut. Nikolov saw that one coming.#T1#
Nikolov scores with a head kick.
Winston getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Winston cracks Nikolov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nikolov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nikolov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nikolov throws a jab but it's blocked by Winston.
Nikolov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nikolov moves away from the strike by Winston.
Nikolov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winston.
Winston scores with the left hand. Nikolov knows he should have avoided that one.
Nikolov tests Winston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheers as Nikolov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Winston doesn't seem phased though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winston throws a hook to the side of Nikolov's head but Nikolov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Winston misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Nikolov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Winston.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nikolov! But no joy.
Winston jabs Nikolov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Winston moves out of range of the strikes.
Nikolov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Winston.
Nikolov throws a good cross that connects.
Nikolov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Winston connects with the punch.
Nikolov throws a good cross that connects.
A slow jab from Winston misses its intended target.
Winston loads up on a big right hand but Nikolov slips the punch.
Nikolov feints a counter leg kick.
Winston blocks a jab.
Nikolov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nikolov swinging wildly here.
Nikolov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Winston lands a nice hook to Nikolov's body. Nikolov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Winston.
Winston slips under a jab from Nikolov.
Nikolov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little feinted left hand from Winston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Winston throws out a loose jab but Nikolov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nikolov moves out of range as Winston strikes.
Nikolov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Winston misses with an uppercut. Nikolov saw that one coming.
Winston misses with a looping left.
Nikolov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nikolov slips a jab from Winston.
Nikolov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winston.
Nikolov misses the jab.
Nikolov with a hook.
Nikolov lands with a right hand.
Winston works the jab nicely.
A swing and a miss from Winston.#T4#
Winston takes one to the chin there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nikolov slips under a jab.
Winston ducks under a wild hook from Nikolov.
Nikolov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Winston under the eye.
Winston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nikolov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Winston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nikolov misses with a leg kick
and Winston counters with a nice uppercut.
Donk. Nikolov catches Winston right on the button with a cross.
Winston fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nikolov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nikolov throws a sloppy body shot
and Winston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
Nikolov is rocked!
Winston lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Nikolov falls backwards - clearly groggy! Winston dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dallas Winston!
Dallas Winston gave a mention to Real Men Supplements in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
CACC 18
Date: Nov 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oscar Stolt (ranked 6208 p4p, 492 weight class) and Carlos Silverio (ranked 5927 p4p, 484 weight class). Silverio is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Shiro Sagisu - Angel of Doom. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Oscar Stolt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Carlos Silverio!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Stolt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Silverio tries for a takedown. No joy.
Silverio gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Stolt.
Silverio jumps into guard, dragging Stolt to the mat.
Stolt preventing the sweep.
Silverio is pulling down on Stolt's head to control his posture.
Stolt passes Silverio's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Stolt is keen to just control but Silverio is a slippery customer.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silverio trying to control here.
Silverio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silverio is pressing down on Stolt's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Stolt 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.
Silverio manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stolt manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (0) vs (2) Silverio
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stolt trying to control the position.
Stolt looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Silverio pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stolt is keeping the position for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silverio controlling from the top position.
Silverio wants to control from the top but Stolt keeps moving.
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.
Silverio slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (0) vs (5) Silverio
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silverio tries for a kimura but Stolt is defending well.
Silverio tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Stolt is looking for a sweep.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Silverio 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 Stolt's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Silverio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stolt keeps working.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Silverio tries to move to full mount but Stolt actually manages to regain half guard.
Silverio is trying to control the action in half guard but Stolt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Stolt wants to control but Silverio is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Silverio wants to work for an arm triangle but Stolt is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Stolt wants to get back to full guard.
Silverio is pressing down on Stolt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stolt is holding on for now.
Silverio is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Silverio passes into side control, despite Stolt's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (0) vs (8) Silverio
Silverio taking a break here but Stolt is having none of it and regains half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silverio's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silverio's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stolt (4) vs (8) Silverio
Silverio felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Silverio is trying to break free.
Stolt trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Silverio right now.
Silverio rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Silverio trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (7) vs (8) Silverio
Stolt avoids the attempt from Silverio to control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Silverio regains half guard.
Silverio works his way to full guard. Good work.
Silverio trying to control the position.
Silverio looking for a sweep. Not yet Silverio, not yet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Stolt trying to control the position from guard on top but Silverio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silverio isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stolt stacks Silverio 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 Stolt! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (10) vs (8) Silverio
Silverio is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Silverio is letting Stolt control him for a moment.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is trying to improve his position.
Stolt wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silverio keeps working.
Silverio tries to bench press Stolt off him but Stolt keeps the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Stolt off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stolt (10) vs (12) Silverio
Stolt is in a bad position with Silverio working for a choke. Stolt manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (12) vs (12) Silverio
Stolt wants to pass the guard but Silverio is keeping the position.
Silverio wants to hit a switch here but Stolt passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Silverio there! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (15) vs (12) Silverio
Silverio slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stolt's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stolt's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stolt (15) vs (16) Silverio
Stolt tries to roll but Silverio sticks to his back.
Silverio working for the choke.
Silverio sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Stolt taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Carlos Silverio!
In his post fight interview, Carlos Silverio started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
HOWLoween Havoc
Date: Oct 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Kong falls off balance throwing a combination
and Simpson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Simpson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kong momentarily.
No joy there for Kong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kong misses with a double jab
letting Simpson counter with a right hand.
No joy there for Kong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kong throws a left and a right that both miss
and Simpson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kong thinking.
A slow jab from Simpson misses its intended target.
Kong slips a straight right by Simpson.
Dub Kong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Simpson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kong swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A little jabbing left from Simpson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kong walks into a jab.
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!
Kong throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simpson! But no joy.
No joy there for Kong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1#
Simpson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kong momentarily.
Kong falls off balance throwing a combination
and Simpson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kong throws a right and a left that both miss.
Simpson slips a jab and a cross from Kong.
Kong throws a combination that misses
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
Kong is breathing heavily.
Simpson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#ROC2#
Kong is rocked!
Kong throws a nice looking combination but Simpson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Simpson throws out a counter right but Kong avoids it with no problem.
Simpson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kong misses with a combination
#KD2#
and Simpson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kong! Simpson lets Kong back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Kong is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simpson throws out the jab.
Kong seems to have got his legs back now.
Kong throws a left and a right that both miss
#KD2#
and Simpson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kong! Simpson lets Kong back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Kong switches off momentarily and Simpson cracks him with a monster right hand! Kong topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Simpson dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Simpson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Richie Simpson!
Our winner, Richie Simpson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
CACC 10
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Red Cup (ranked 6422 p4p, 511 weight class) and Oscar Stolt (ranked 5516 p4p, 477 weight class). Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Oscar Stolt enters the ring!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Red Cup! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Oscar Stolt!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cup pushes Stolt up against the ropes in a clinch.
Stolt has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Cup is trying to keep an underhook but Stolt manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cup (0) vs (2) Stolt
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.
Cup trying to control here.
Cup wants to get back to full guard.
Cup trying to control from the bottom.
Cup is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stolt content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Cup actively working from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cup is looking to improve his position.
Cup holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Stolt prevents Cup from improving his position.
Cup looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cup wants to control but Stolt is keeping busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cup is trying to get back to full guard.
Stolt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cup knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Cup trying to get back to full guard but Stolt takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cup (0) vs (5) Stolt
Cup wants to control but Stolt is having none of it.
Cup really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cup tries to hold on but Stolt pushes him away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Cup slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Cup wants to control but Stolt is keeping busy.
Cup is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cup has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Stolt is working away from the top position though.
Cup is refusing to be controlled, as Stolt sits in half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Cup trying to get back to full guard but Stolt takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cup (0) vs (8) Stolt
Cup is looking to improve his position but Stolt isn't that keen on the idea.
Cup wants to control but Stolt is having none of it.
Cup is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Cup is looking to get to half guard.
Cup tries to hold on but Stolt pushes him away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt looking to control and managing it successfully.
Stolt is trying to take his opponent's back.
Cup has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Stolt's lack of action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Stolt is thwarting Cup's attempts to control the position.
Cup keeping hold of Stolt's head, controlling as best he can.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Cup is trying to control but Stolt passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Cup (0) vs (11) Stolt
Cup can't do much from the bottom here.
Cup gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Cup (0) vs (13) Stolt
Cup wants to control but Stolt is having none of it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Cup can't escape the position.
Stolt avoids the attempt from Cup to control.
Cup gets back to half guard.
Cup wants to control but Stolt passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cup (0) vs (16) Stolt
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Cup's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cup is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Who's going to make the next move?
Cup can't do much from the bottom here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Cup is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Stolt is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Cup (0) vs (18) Stolt
Stolt tries to control but Cup wriggling away.
Cup is working to get back to half guard.
Cup tries to hold on but Stolt pushes him away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Stolt wants to take Cup's back here but Cup is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Cup is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cup tries to reverse the position but Stolt maintains control.
Cup 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.
Cup is doing well to control the position and prevent Stolt from advancing to side control.
Cup is trying to maintain the position but Stolt is very close to passing his half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Cup looking for submissions off his back.
Cup is trying to maintain the position but Stolt is very close to passing his half guard.
Stolt content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Cup wants to improve his position but Stolt is controlling well.
Cup is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cup wants to sweep but Stolt has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Cup (0) vs (21) Stolt
And that's the end of the fight!
Stolt wins on points by 21 to 0.
A victorious Oscar Stolt thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
WPFA IV: Simpson vs Copeland
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Simpson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Copeland.
Simpson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Copeland scores with a punch to the head.
Copeland lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Copeland fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Copeland has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Copeland.
Copeland misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Simpson.
Simpson is looking to break free of the clinch but Copeland has double underhooks.
Simpson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Copeland backwards.
Copeland misses with an elbow over the top.
Copeland comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Copeland lands a damaging elbow.
Simpson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Copeland lands an elbow inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Copeland looking to throw knees to the head but Simpson is blocking nicely.
Copeland throws a knee to the head but misses.
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Copeland holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Copeland effectively controlling the action here.
Copeland unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T1#
Copeland stalling the fight.
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simpson has a couple of punches blocked by Copeland.
Simpson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Simpson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Copeland lands a damaging elbow.
Copeland creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Simpson's defenses.
Simpson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Copeland lands an elbow inside.
Copeland has Simpson pressed against the cage.
Copeland lands an elbow inside.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Copeland lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Simpson or not.
Copeland lands an elbow that stopped Simpson in his tracks for a moment.
Copeland told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Copeland lands a nice elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Copeland lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Copeland throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Copeland lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Simpson or not.
Copeland looking to throw knees to the head but Simpson is blocking nicely.
Simpson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nice elbow from Copeland. #ROC2#
Simpson is rocked!
Copeland trying to land knees to the body.
Copeland with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Simpson blocks an elbow strike from Copeland.
Copeland lands an elbow that stopped Simpson in his tracks for a moment.
Copeland lands an elbow just above Simpson 's eye.
Oh Simpson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Copeland is trying to maintain a safe position but Simpson gets an underhook and turns Copeland into the cage.
Simpson seems to have got his legs back now.
Copeland blocks an uppercut.
Simpson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Copeland tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Copeland pushes off an throws an elbow but Simpson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Copeland works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Simpson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Copeland lands a body shot in the clinch.
Simpson blocks an elbow strike.
Copeland throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Copeland cracks Simpson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Copeland has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Copeland thuds his right hand into Simpson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Copeland fails with an attempt to clinch.
Copeland wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.
Simpson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Simpson keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Simpson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Copeland clinches.
Simpson avoids a wild elbow strike from Copeland.
Copeland blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Copeland lands an elbow that stopped Simpson in his tracks for a moment.
Copeland with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simpson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copeland pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Copeland taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Copeland blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Simpson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Simpson avoiding damage as Copeland throws knees to the body.
Simpson dodges an elbow strike from Copeland.
#T1#
Copeland misses with an elbow over the top.
Simpson blocks the elbow strike.
Simpson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Copeland backwards.
Copeland with an attempt at a knee that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Copeland throws an elbow but misses.
Simpson takes an elbow to the temple.
Copeland works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Copeland throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Come on Copeland - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Copeland avoiding damage.
Simpson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simpson wants to get back to striking at distance but Copeland won't allow it.
Copeland connects with a knee to the head.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Simpson avoids it.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Copeland blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Copeland throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2#
Copeland lands an elbow inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simpson throws a punch but it's blocked by Copeland.
Travis Copeland seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Copeland dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Simpson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Copeland looking to throw knees to the head but Simpson is blocking nicely.
Copeland lands a body punch in the clinch.
Copeland stalls.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Copeland.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Simpson avoids it.
Copeland is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Simpson is keeping busy.
Copeland creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Simpson's defenses.
Copeland lands a knee to the body.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Copeland throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Copeland comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Simpson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Copeland tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Copeland tries to close the distance and clinch but Simpson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Copeland gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Copeland stalling.
Knees to the body from Copeland.
Copeland taking a breather.
Simpson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Copeland using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the head but Simpson blocks with his arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Copeland.
A hook to the body from Copeland.
Copeland scores a nice knee to the body.
Simpson avoids the elbow strike from Copeland, against the cage.
Copeland trying to control the position but instead, Simpson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Copeland into the cage.
Copeland tries to land a knee to the head but Simpson blocks with his arms.
#T1#
Copeland pushes off an throws an elbow but Simpson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Copeland misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Simpson.
Simpson working hard to break the clinch.
Simpson misses with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Copeland is stalling here.
Copeland lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Copeland lands an elbow just above Simpson 's eye.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Copeland creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Simpson's defenses.
Copeland blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Copeland lands an elbow just above Simpson 's eye.
Copeland tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Copeland displaying some good clinch control by pressing Simpson up against the cage.
Copeland is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Simpson is defending well for now.#T2#
Simpson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Copeland throws an elbow that misses.
Copeland misses with an elbow strike.
Copeland stalling in the clinch.
Copeland has Simpson pressed against the cage.
Copeland lands an elbow inside that Simpson shrugs off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Copeland lands a nice elbow.
Simpson blocks an elbow strike from Copeland.
Copeland landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Copeland tries to stall but Simpson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Copeland lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Simpson or not.
Copeland throws an elbow that misses.
The referee is keeping an eye on Copeland - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Copeland unloads a knee to the mid-section.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Copeland really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Copeland lands a jab.
Travis Copeland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Copeland staying out of range there.
Copeland with a nice cross.
Travis Copeland is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Copeland closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Copeland creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Simpson's defenses.
A knee to the head by Copeland.
Copeland gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Richie Simpson has been cut.
Nice elbow from Copeland.
Copeland throws an elbow that misses.
Copeland lands a nice shot to the body.
Copeland tries a knee to the head but Simpson blocks it.
Simpson swings wildly with an uppercut but Copeland uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copeland creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Simpson's defenses.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Copeland lands a nice elbow.
Copeland throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Copeland pressing his opponent against the cage. #T1#
Copeland cracks Simpson with an upwards elbow that sends him tumbling backwards, out cold! Simpson is rigid against the cage, staring into space! Ouch, that was brutal, what a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Elbow). Travis Copeland!
Travis Copeland is the new lightweight champion!
An out of breath Travis Copeland 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:
WPFA IV: Simpson vs Copeland
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Naikkorine 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Naikkorine fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Naikkorine has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Naikkorine darts in looking for a takedown but Popajic gets double underhooks and turns Naikkorine into the cage.
Popajic lands with a nice body punch.
Naikkorine changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Popajic tries to avoid it but Naikkorine manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Popajic to the ground. Popajic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Finko Naikkorine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Naikkorine misses with a takedown attempt - Popajic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Popajic catches Naikkorine with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Naikkorine dodges the punch combination from Popajic.
A little feinted left hand from Naikkorine on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Naikkorine takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Naikkorine looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Popajic lands a jab to Naikkorine's midsection.
Popajic scores with a body shot.
Naikkorine on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Popajic digs a good body shot into Naikkorine's ribs.
Popajic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Naikkorine tries for a takedown but Popajic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T2#
Popajic lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Naikkorine backs up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Popajic jabs Naikkorine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Popajic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Popajic wants it to stay on the feet.
Popajic lands a jab to the nose.
Naikkorine closes the distance and clinches up with Popajic, looking for a takedown. Naikkorine pushes Popajic against the cage but Popajic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Popajic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Naikkorine with a body shot.
Popajic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Popajic jabs at Naikkorine's body.
Naikkorine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Popajic avoids it really well and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petar Popajic dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A jab lands there for Popajic.
Popajic connects with a body shot that sends Naikkorine's belly button to the back.
Naikkorine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Popajic lands a body shot.
Popajic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popajic lands a right hook to the body.
#TD#
Naikkorine looking to score a takedown here. Popajic is defending well but Naikkorine drives through and ends up in Popajic's guard.
Naikkorine not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Naikkorine'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.
Popajic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've been informed that Popajic has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Popajic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Naikkorine showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Naikkorine has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Popajic is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Naikkorine tries for a takedown but Popajic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Popajic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Popajic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD#
Naikkorine drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Popajic is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Naikkorine tries for a kimura but Popajic is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petar Popajic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Naikkorine misses with a takedown attempt
and Popajic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Popajic throws a shot to the body.
Naikkorine gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Popajic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Popajic.
Popajic leaves Naikkorine with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Finko Naikkorine. 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.
Naikkorine misses with a takedown attempt - Popajic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Naikkorine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Popajic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Naikkorine rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Naikkorine takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Naikkorine changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Popajic tries to avoid it but Naikkorine manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Popajic to the ground. Popajic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Naikkorine tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Popajic defends well and Naikkorine ends up having to push Popajic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Naikkorine with a poor takedown
and Popajic counters with a stiff right hand.
Popajic scores with a decent looking hook.
Popajic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Popajic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Popajic.
Popajic connects with a body shot.
Petar Popajic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Naikkorine moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Naikkorine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Popajic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Naikkorine takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Petar Popajic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Naikkorine is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Popajic.
Popajic stalks Naikkorine and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Naikkorine's face. Naikkorine staggers backwards, shaken.
Finko Naikkorine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Naikkorine fails with the takedown
and Popajic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Popajic thuds a left hand into Naikkorine's body.
Popajic lands a nice shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petar Popajic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Popajic 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 25:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 25:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petar Popajic!
A relieved looking Petar Popajic thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
CACC 5
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oscar Stolt (ranked 4978 p4p, 476 weight class) and Ricardo Rebenta (ranked 3939 p4p, 423 weight class). Oscar Stolt had a look across the ring there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Oscar Stolt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Ricardo Rebenta!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Stolt drives through and clinches with Rebenta against the ropes.
Rebenta gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Stolt (0) vs (2) Rebenta
Rebenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Stolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rebenta pushes down on Stolt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Rebenta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rebenta is trying to work for a kimura but Stolt is defending well.
Stolt regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rebenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Stolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rebenta trying to control but Stolt is working from the bottom.
Rebenta tries to free his leg and advance position but Stolt is retaining full guard.
Stolt keeping moving, preventing Rebenta from controlling successfully.
Stolt looking to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (0) vs (5) Rebenta
Rebenta tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rebenta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stolt keeps working.
Stolt is trying to improve his position.
Rebenta controls the position from side control.
Stolt is trying to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stolt trying to remain calm as Rebenta controls from the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rebenta is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Stolt knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Stolt is trying to get back to half guard.
Rebenta trying to control the position but Stolt is working away.
Rebenta taking a break here but Stolt is having none of it and regains half guard.
Rebenta is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Stolt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rebenta.
Rebenta passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (0) vs (8) Rebenta
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Stolt can't escape the position.
Rebenta looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Rebenta is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Stolt has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Stolt! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (2) vs (8) Rebenta
Rebenta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rebenta is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (2) vs (10) Rebenta
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rebenta working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Rebenta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rebenta is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Stolt keeping full guard, as Rebenta tries to pass.
Stolt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rebenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Stolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (2) vs (13) Rebenta
Rebenta wants to control but Stolt is keeping him busy.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rebenta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Rebenta tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rebenta is trying to get an arm triangle but Stolt is defending well.
Rebenta thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stolt has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rebenta wants to control but Stolt is keeping him busy.
Rebenta tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rebenta has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Rebenta advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Stolt (2) vs (15) Rebenta
Stolt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Stolt is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stolt (4) vs (15) Rebenta
Stolt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Stolt has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rebenta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stolt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rebenta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rebenta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Stolt defends it easily.
Rebenta looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Stolt passes into half guard.
Stolt moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Rebenta. Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (7) vs (15) Rebenta
Stolt working away.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta is looking to reverse the position.
Rebenta is trying to control Stolt's posture but Stolt avoids it.
Rebenta tries to bench press Stolt off him but Stolt keeps the position.
Rebenta tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Stolt (9) vs (15) Rebenta
Rebenta 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.
Rebenta moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rebenta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt looking to pass the guard.
Rebenta looking to control.
Rebenta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stolt is aware though and is defending well.
Stolt won't allow Rebenta to sweep him here.
Rebenta controls Stolt momentarily but Stolt frees himself.
Rebenta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stolt is aware though and is defending well.
Stolt is stalling in the full guard.
Stolt preventing the sweep.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta is looking for a triangle but Stolt pushes his legs off easily.
Rebenta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stolt is aware though and is defending well.
Rebenta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stolt sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rebenta's guard.
Rebenta is looking for a sweep. Stolt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rebenta is trying to maintain the position but Stolt is very close to passing his half guard.
Stolt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rebenta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rebenta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta is trying to maintain the position but Stolt is very close to passing his half guard.
Rebenta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rebenta is trying to maintain the position but Stolt is very close to passing his half guard.
Rebenta tries to roll over but Stolt keeps him under control.
Rebenta is trying to control but can't.
Rebenta moves into full guard.
Rebenta working for submissions but it's allowed Stolt to get to half guard.
Stolt passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Stolt (12) vs (15) Rebenta
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rebenta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stolt pulls his head out easily.
Stolt is thwarting Rebenta's attempts to control the position.
Rebenta wants to improve his position but Stolt is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rebenta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rebenta is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rebenta wins on points by 15 to 12. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Greenwood falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nikolov counters with a two punch combo.
Greenwood throws a head kick that misses
and Nikolov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Greenwood has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nikolov finds it's way round the side to connect with Greenwood's head. #ROC2#
Greenwood is rocked!
Greenwood rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nikolov scores with a counter punch that sends Greenwood to the canvas! Nikolov smells blood - he's punishing Greenwood with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Greenwood has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Nikolov!
Vladimir Nikolov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
CACC 3
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Judas Priest (ranked 1790 p4p, 225 weight class) and Oscar Stolt (ranked 4793 p4p, 448 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Judas Priest! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Oscar Stolt!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Stolt drives through and clinches with Priest against the ropes.
Stolt is trying to trip Priest. He has hold of a leg but Priest is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Stolt persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Priest (0) vs (2) Stolt
Priest working a defensive guard here.
Priest keeping moving, preventing Stolt from controlling successfully.
Priest escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stolt gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Priest looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stolt preventing the sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Priest is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Priest is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stolt defends well.
Stolt must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Stolt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Priest swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Priest wants to control the position but Stolt says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Priest tries to get to full guard but Stolt has control of the leg.
Priest moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Priest trying to control the position.
Priest is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Stolt is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Stolt controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Priest trying to keep a closed guard but Stolt is proving a slippery customer.
Priest is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Priest is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Priest is working hard here to advance position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Priest looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Stolt has picked Priest up and slammed him! Priest can't keep hold of the triangle and Stolt manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (0) vs (5) Stolt
Priest tries to buck Stolt off but Stolt is having none of it.
Priest gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Stolt seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Priest does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stolt is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Priest is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Priest holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Priest looking for submissions off his back.
Priest trying to control here.
Priest wants to get back to full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Priest looking for submissions off his back.
Priest trying to control from the bottom.
Priest regains full guard. Nicely done.
Priest has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Stolt has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (0) vs (8) Stolt
Priest gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Priest wants to get back to full guard but Stolt has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (0) vs (11) Stolt
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Priest wants to control but Stolt postures up.
Priest is trying to get back to half guard.
Priest struggling a bit here.
Priest is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Stolt wants to control but Priest is keeping him busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Priest is trying to control Stolt's posture but Stolt avoids it.
Priest is looking for a sweep.
Priest can't do much from the bottom here.
Priest is looking to regain half guard here but Stolt keeps moving and retains side control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Stolt looking to control but instead Priest has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Priest trying to control here.
Priest is trying to control but Stolt passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (0) vs (14) Stolt
You can see the frustration on Priest's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Priest tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Priest manages to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Priest makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Priest.
Priest is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Priest escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stolt gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Priest is trying to control the position but Stolt postures up.
Stolt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Priest looking to control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Priest is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (2) vs (14) Stolt
Priest looking to sit in guard and control but Stolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (2) vs (16) Stolt
Stolt postures up.
Priest is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Priest working for a triangle but Stolt defends it easily.
Priest bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stolt's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (4) vs (16) Stolt
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt has his hands on Priest's head, controlling the position.
Priest slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (7) vs (16) Stolt
Priest is trying to get an arm triangle but Stolt is defending well.
Priest working away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Priest swings around for an armbar but Stolt sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Priest's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (7) vs (18) Stolt
Stolt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Priest throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Priest escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stolt gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Priest wants to control the position but Stolt says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Priest trying to hold on to Stolt's head to control him but Stolt postures up.
Stolt passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Priest! Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (7) vs (21) Stolt
Priest is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Priest sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Priest wants to control the action here but instead Stolt manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Priest (7) vs (24) Stolt
Stolt is looking to work his way around to Priest's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Priest is working to get back to half guard.
Stolt manages to capitalize on a mistake by Priest to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Priest (7) vs (27) Stolt
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Priest manages to reverse the position and now he's in Stolt's guard. Nice work there by Priest.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (9) vs (27) Stolt
Priest is looking to pass into half guard but Stolt pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Stolt is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Priest (9) vs (29) Stolt
And that's the end of the fight!
Stolt wins on points by 29 to 9.
An out of breath Oscar Stolt 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:
CACC 1
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ronald Dela Rosa (ranked 19725 p4p, 570 weight class) and Oscar Stolt (ranked 4505 p4p, 435 weight class). Oscar Stolt acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Ronald Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Oscar Stolt!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Stolt clinches up against the ropes.
Dela Rosa pulls guard effortlessly.
Dela Rosa seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dela Rosa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dela Rosa wants to sweep here but Stolt controlling him for the moment.
Stolt postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dela Rosa being controlled here, momentarily.
Dela Rosa has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Stolt 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 Dela Rosa. Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (3) Stolt
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Rosa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dela Rosa can't do much from the bottom here.
Dela Rosa tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Stolt wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dela Rosa is being controlled here.
Dela Rosa is trying to get back to half guard.
Dela Rosa is working hard here to advance position.
Stolt gets to mount! Dela Rosa was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dela Rosa (0) vs (5) Stolt
Dela Rosa looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dela Rosa (0) vs (8) Stolt
Dela Rosa rolls, trying to escape but Stolt keeps control of the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa trying to control the position but Stolt manages to sink in the hooks.
I would not like to be Dela Rosa right now.
Stolt has the hooks in. Dela Rosa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Stolt trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dela Rosa doesn't escape.
Stolt controlling well, preventing Dela Rosa from escaping the position.
Dela Rosa wants to control his opponent's hands but Stolt gets his hands free.
What can Dela Rosa do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Stolt has the hooks in. Dela Rosa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa wants to control his opponent's hands but Stolt gets his hands free.
Dela Rosa tries to escape but Stolt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Stolt controlling the position well here. Dela Rosa rolled but Stolt kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Dela Rosa is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Dela Rosa tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dela Rosa is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dela Rosa regains half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dela Rosa is looking for a sweep. Stolt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stolt controlling the action here.
Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.
Dela Rosa has a hand on Stolt's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Stolt takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (11) Stolt
Dela Rosa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Stolt controlling the pace for now.
Dela Rosa is trying to escape the mount.
Dela Rosa tries to improve his position but instead Stolt has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dela Rosa (0) vs (14) Stolt
Dela Rosa is in bad spot here.
Dela Rosa wants to control his opponent's hands but Stolt gets his hands free.
Stolt wants to control but Dela Rosa is keeping busy.
Stolt has the hooks in. Dela Rosa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Stolt is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Dela Rosa is defending well though. Stolt let's go of the attempt for now.
Dela Rosa tries to escape but Stolt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Stolt controlling from the back.
Dela Rosa tries to roll but Stolt sticks to his back.
Dela Rosa manages to reverse the position and now he's in Stolt's guard. Nice work there by Dela Rosa.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (14) Stolt
Dela Rosa has gone for a leg lock! Stolt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dela Rosa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (16) Stolt
Dela Rosa looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Stolt has picked Dela Rosa up and slammed him! Dela Rosa can't keep hold of the triangle and Stolt manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (19) Stolt
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa is trying to get back to half guard.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Stolt working away.
Dela Rosa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dela Rosa gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dela Rosa (2) vs (21) Stolt
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dela Rosa slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stolt slows the pace down in half guard.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stolt is thwarting Dela Rosa's attempts to control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Stolt is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dela Rosa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dela Rosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stolt frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (24) Stolt
Stolt fails to move to back control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dela Rosa won't allow Stolt to pass to mount.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back.
Dela Rosa has a hand on Stolt's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Stolt takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (27) Stolt
Stolt manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dela Rosa to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dela Rosa (2) vs (30) Stolt
Stolt keeps control of the position as Dela Rosa tries to break free.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Stolt controls the position.
Dela Rosa rolls, trying to escape but Stolt keeps control of the position.
Stolt controls the action.
Dela Rosa tries to roll but Stolt sticks to his back.
Dela Rosa just trying to survive but Stolt is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa tries to escape but Stolt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Stolt gets his hands free as Dela Rosa looks to control.
Stolt is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Dela Rosa trying to control but not successfully.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Dela Rosa is trying to break free.
Dela Rosa is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Stolt has the hooks in. Dela Rosa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Dela Rosa tries to escape but Stolt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Stolt just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Dela Rosa trying to control the action but Stolt just sinks the hooks in.
Dela Rosa is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Stolt is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa wants to escape the position.
Stolt trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dela Rosa doesn't escape.
Dela Rosa tries to roll but Stolt sticks to his back.
What can Dela Rosa do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Dela Rosa looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dela Rosa tries to roll but Stolt sticks to his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stolt wins on points by 30 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Oscar Stolt thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
BCS 3
Date: Sep 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikolov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ewe misses the shot to the body.
Nikolov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
No joy there for Ewe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nikolov misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheers as Nikolov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ewe doesn't seem phased though.
Nikolov takes a swing at Ewe's ribcage but misses.
Nikolov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ewe counters with a series of strikes. Nikolov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ewe takes a swing at Nikolov's ribcage but misses.
Ewe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nikolov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nikolov misses with an uppercut. Ewe saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Ewe misses the target.
Ewe on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
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!
Nikolov throws a low kick, looking for Ewe's leg but Ewe calmly moves out of range.
Ewe throws a big counter combination but Nikolov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ewe connects with a single shot there.#ROC#
Nikolov is rocked!
Ewe lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Nikolov up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Ewe from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Nikolov's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Screw Ewe!
Screw Ewe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Stolt lands a right hook to the body.
Morgan misses with a hook
and Morgan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Morgan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stolt throws a good cross that connects.
Morgan lands with a nice body punch.
Stolt takes a jab right on the kisser.
Stolt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Morgan throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Stolt to counter with a crisp jab. #KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Morgan and sends Stolt crashing to the mat! Morgan follows him down to the mat - Stolt regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Morgan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Stolt sees it coming and defends easily.
Morgan stalling.
Morgan definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Morgan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T1##SUB#
Morgan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Morgan trying to control the action but Stolt is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Morgan is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Morgan 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.#SUB#
Morgan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stolt defends it well.
Morgan wants to take a breather but Stolt is having none of it. #SUB#
Morgan 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.
#SUB#
Morgan is working for a kimura but Stolt is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3#
Stolt is staying active underneath Morgan, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Morgan throws a leg kick that is checked
and Stolt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stolt scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Morgan doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The fighters circling - Morgan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Morgan lands with a right hand.
Morgan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stolt.
Stolt throws a jab but it's blocked by Morgan.
It looked like Morgan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Morgan jabs Stolt to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Morgan tries to clinch but Stolt moves away
and Stolt counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Stolt.
Stolt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Morgan tries to land a front kick but Stolt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Stolt takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Morgan moves out of range as Stolt strikes.
Stolt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Morgan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stolt was well out of range. Poor timing from Morgan.
Stolt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC#
Stolt is rocked!
Morgan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Stolt is still on wobbly legs! Can Morgan finish him?
Stolt is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Morgan moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arthur Morgan!
After winning the bout, Arthur Morgan 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:
WPFA: Ferocious Fights
Date: Sep 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Jab from Kamchybekov.
Kamchybekov misses with a series of wild punches.
Naikkorine throws out a counter right but Kamchybekov avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Naikkorine closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Naikkorine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kamchybekov keeps working.
Kamchybekov wants to get back to his feet.
Naikkorine wants to control but Kamchybekov is keeping him busy.
Naikkorine content to control rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamchybekov wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Naikkorine is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Naikkorine seems to be working for a kimura but Kamchybekov defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Naikkorine is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kamchybekov is not content to let Naikkorine control the position.
Kamchybekov wants to stand back up but Naikkorine manages to pass into side control.
Kamchybekov pushes Naikkorine away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Naikkorine gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Kamchybekov trying to remain calm as Naikkorine controls from the top position.
Kamchybekov is trying to buck Naikkorine off.#T2#
Naikkorine trying to control the action but Kamchybekov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Naikkorine is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Kamchybekov is trying to escape and Naikkorine transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Kamchybekov is forced to tap! Nice work there by Naikkorine! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Finko Naikkorine!
Finko Naikkorine 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: Aug 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Stolt lands a right hook to the body.
Bahktayn takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Stolt lands a right hook to the body.
Oscar Stolt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stolt lands a head shot.
Bahktayn fails with the takedown.
Stolt seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL#
Stolt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from Stolt.
Stolt lands with a short shot to the head.
Stolt is leaning against Bahktayn and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bahktayn looks winded!
Nice body punch from Stolt - that landed with a thud.
Stolt lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Nice body punch from Stolt - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Stolt - that landed with a thud.
Stolt lands a right hand.
Stolt lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Stolt.
Stolt throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Stolt breaks the clinch.
Stolt lands a jab to Bahktayn's midsection.
Stolt scores with a jab. Bahktayn acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bahktayn gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Stolt points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Bahktayn wakes up just in time to hear Stolt thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oscar Stolt!
A victorious Oscar Stolt thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
WPFA I: The Alpha vs The King
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Simpson throws a hook but King blocks it.
King fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
King throws a head kick but Simpson moves out of range.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simpson.
Simpson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from King.
King lands a jab to the head.
Simpson misses with an uppercut. King saw that one coming.
King thuds his right hand into Simpson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
King shoots in for a double leg but Simpson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A punch lands to the side of Simpson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Simpson staying out of range there.
King throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Simpson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Simpson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.
King punishes Simpson's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
The fighters circling - King throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Simpson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
King slips under a jab.
King has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
King cracks Simpson with a good jab.
Simpson's jab looks to have found its range, popping King under the eye.
Simpson misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
A combination from King does no damage.
Simpson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
King misses the shot to the body.
Simpson misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
King has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from King there as he acknowledges the shot.
King throws a head kick that Simpson semi-blocks.
Some wild striking there from King.
Simpson misses with a looping left.
King looks to land a left hand but Simpson moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Simpson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
King cracks Simpson with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simpson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Simpson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed King momentarily.
Simpson throws out a loose jab but King uses good head movement to avoid it.
King changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Simpson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
King gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
King digs a good body shot into Simpson's ribs.
King keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Simpson throws a lazy right hand but King sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
King throws a jab when Simpson was well out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Simpson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from King.
Simpson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice shot by King.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lamont King 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#
King has his takedown stuffed
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
Lamont King seems to be getting the better of the standup.
King getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
King misses with a body shot
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
A slow jab from King misses its intended target.
Simpson is looking to counter punch.
King ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like King was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
King has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simpson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC#
King is rocked!
Simpson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
King is still on wobbly legs! Can Simpson finish him?
King bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Simpson defending well as King loads up on a big left hand.
King seems to have recovered his senses.
King throws a lazy right hand but Simpson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
King lands a really nice looking cross but Simpson seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simpson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck King on the side of the head. #T1#
King misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Simpson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from King.
Simpson cracks King with a right hand to the side of the head.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simpson.
King misses with a hook.
Simpson misses with a straight right.
King lands with a hook. Simpson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
King throws an overhand right that lands on Simpson's shoulder, as Simpson tries to avoid the shot.
King fails to land the takedown.
Richie Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lamont King.
King misses with the combination.
#T2#
King cracks Simpson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.
King throws an off balance right hand
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
King swinging wildly here.
Simpson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from King.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch combination from King misses.
Simpson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from King.
Simpson lands a really nice looking cross but King seems unphased.
A head kick misses from King.
An attempted straight right counter from Simpson misses the target.
King takes one to the side of the head.
King goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Lamont King will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simpson. That did some damage!
King misses the jab.
It looked like Simpson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Simpson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but King was well out of range. Poor timing from Simpson.
King loads up on a big right hand but Simpson slips the punch.
King connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
King throws a lazy uppercut
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
King misses the jab.
Simpson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Simpson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
King's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and King duly obliges.
Simpson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from King.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
King throws a lazy head kick
and Simpson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
King goes for a double leg but Simpson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Simpson continues to drive forward.#T1#
Simpson lands a nice shot to the body.
King misses with a straight left. #KD#
Simpson feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends King sprawling to the canvas! King rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Simpson finish him?!
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Simpson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Simpson ducks under a wild hook from King.
King walks straight into a right hand from Simpson - that's dropped him! Simpson jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save King from any more punishment! King complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Richie Simpson!
Richie Simpson retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Richie Simpson 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:
WPFA I: The Alpha vs The King
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Naikkorine shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Manhunter as he jumps to the side.
Manhunter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Manhunter throws a right and a left that Naikkorine avoids nicely.
Manhunter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Naikkorine.
A cross from Manhunter lands.
Manhunter connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manhunter lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Naikkorine at a distance.
Manhunter misses with a body shot.
Manhunter throws a series of punches but Naikkorine avoids them all with ease.
Manhunter digs a good hook to Naikkorine's body.
Manhunter throws a good cross that connects.
#T1#
Naikkorine takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Manhunter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Naikkorine was well out of range. Poor timing from Manhunter.
Manhunter misses the jab.
Manhunter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Naikkorine on the side of the head.
Manhunter scores with a jab.
Manhunter connects with the punch.
Manhunter scores with a jab to the body.
Naikkorine looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Naikkorine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Finko Naikkorine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manhunter stuffs the takedown.
Naikkorine walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Manhunter thuds a left hand into Naikkorine's body.
Manhunter works over Naikkorine's head and body with a nice combination.#T2#
Naikkorine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Manhunter falls off balance throwing a combination
and Naikkorine counters with a nice uppercut.
Manhunter tries to bum rush Naikkorine with a series of wild strikes but Naikkorine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Manhunter misses with a double jab.
Martian Manhunter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manhunter looks winded!
Manhunter throws a combination. Naikkorine tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Naikkorine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Manhunter.
It looked like Naikkorine wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Naikkorine dodges the punch combination from Manhunter.
Naikkorine was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Manhunter defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Naikkorine.
Manhunter misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Martian Manhunter dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Naikkorine staying out of range there.
Manhunter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A combination from Manhunter does no damage.
Naikkorine throwing a counter right hand but Manhunter manages to avoid it.#TD#
Manhunter gets caught flat footed, as Naikkorine shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Naikkorine trying to control but Manhunter is working from the bottom.
Naikkorine is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manhunter wants to stand and escape but Naikkorine is having none of it. #T1#
Manhunter throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Naikkorine is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Naikkorine passes Manhunter's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Naikkorine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Manhunter keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Manhunter actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Manhunter lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Naikkorine backs up against the cage.
Naikkorine fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Naikkorine shoots in but no luck this time.
Manhunter connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Manhunter tries to bum rush Naikkorine with a series of wild strikes but Naikkorine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Martian Manhunter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Naikkorine has his takedown stuffed
and Manhunter counters with a three punch combo that has Naikkorine backing up. Naikkorine nods at Manhunter to acknowledge the strikes.
Manhunter has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Finko Naikkorine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manhunter leaves Naikkorine with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Martian Manhunter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A shot to the liver by Manhunter. Beautiful body shot.
Manhunter cracks Naikkorine with a good jab.
Manhunter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Manhunter lands a jab to Naikkorine's midsection.
Naikkorine darts in looking for a takedown but Manhunter gets double underhooks and turns Naikkorine into the cage.
Naikkorine shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Manhunter pinned against the cage. Manhunter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Naikkorine looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Finko Naikkorine. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Manhunter closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Good body shot from Manhunter.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Manhunter is trying to break free.
Stalling in the clinch from Manhunter.
Naikkorine tries to stall but Manhunter uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Manhunter tries to break free but Naikkorine pushes him back against the cage.
Manhunter looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Manhunter taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Manhunter is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Naikkorine is defending well for now.
Manhunter dodges an elbow strike from Naikkorine.
Manhunter manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nice body punch from Manhunter. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Manhunter just leaning against Naikkorine, taking a breather. #BC#
Naikkorine pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Manhunter moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Manhunter scores with a crisp jab that stopped Naikkorine in his tracks.
Finko Naikkorine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Martian Manhunter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Martian Manhunter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Naikkorine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Martian Manhunter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Manhunter throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Naikkorine on the side of the head.
Manhunter fails to land with a series of punches.
Manhunter throws a one two combo.
Naikkorine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Manhunter's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Manhunter duly obliges.
And that's the end of the fight!
Martian Manhunter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Manhunter 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 25:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 25:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Martian Manhunter!
A victorious Martian Manhunter thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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