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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
SMASH: Barkley vs Dredd
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Lutang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Erminus.
Some bone on bone action there as Erminus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Erminus misses with a hook to the body
and Lutang counters with a nice uppercut.
Lutang has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Erminus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Erminus keeps Lutang at a distance using the push kick.
Lutang steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Erminus.
Lutang throwing a counter right hand but Erminus manages to avoid it.
Lutang looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Erminus counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Lutang manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched 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!
Lutang throws a punch but it's blocked by Erminus.
Lutang struggles to land a body shot inside as Erminus controls his hands.
Erminus wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Lutang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lutang tries to work over Erminus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Lutang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lutang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lutang just misses with a punch to the body.
Lutang throws a right and a left that Erminus avoids nicely.
Lutang wants to land a leg kick but Erminus is out of range.
Erminus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Erminus walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lutang checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lutang lands with a shot to the body.
Erminus throws a jab but it's blocked by Lutang.
Lutang lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
Lutang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lutang throws a good cross that connects.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lutang.
Erminus throws a series of punches but Lutang moves out of range.
Lutang misses with a hook. Erminus ducked under it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Erminus feints and as Lutang raises his hands in defense, Erminus changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU2#
Erminus stands and steps away. Lutang gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Lutang fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Erminus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Erminus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lutang pinned against the cage. Lutang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Lutang throws a shot from downtown. Erminus moves away and avoids it.
Erminus throws a counter combo.
Erminus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lutang.
Lutang defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Erminus.
An inside leg kick from Lutang misses.
Erminus with the counter takedown but Lutang avoids it easily.
Lutang dodges the punch combination from Erminus.
Erminus throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sun Lutang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Lutang lands with an uppercut that bounces Erminus off the cage and back into range.
Erminus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lutang throws a lazy uppercut
and Erminus counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Erminus throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lutang counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lutang connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slow jab from Erminus misses its intended target.
Lutang scoring well with a low kick there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Erminus lands a nice shot to the body.
Lutang throws a low kick but Erminus moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sun Lutang will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Lutang connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Erminus misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lutang counters with a right hand to the body.
Lutang is looking to slow Erminus down with leg kicks.
Sun Lutang is winning the standup battle so far.
Erminus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lutang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A quick step to the side and Lutang tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lutang misses with a body shot.
Erminus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lutang makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lutang avoids a kick to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Lutang. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lutang.
Lutang throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Lutang cracks Erminus with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lutang connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lutang takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lutang bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Erminus's head.
Erminus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lutang circles away quickly and effectively.
Lutang throws a nice looking combination but Erminus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A big left from Erminus misses.
Erminus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lutang.
Erminus connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Lutang is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Erminus.
Lutang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Erminus.
Sun Lutang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lutang misses with a looping right.
A low kick from Erminus is predictable there
and Lutang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lutang takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Erminus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lutang throws out the jab.
As Lutang backs off Erminus throws a huge counter combo but Lutang manages to avoid it all.
Lutang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lutang scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lutang throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
Erminus throws a counter combo.#T3#
Lutang scores with a hook.
Erminus lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lutang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Erminus can pounce on him.
Erminus moves out of range of the body kick.
Jetmir Erminus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Good exchange - Lutang coming out on top.
Erminus shoots in but Lutang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Erminus scores with a leg kick.
#T4#
Lutang looks for the body kick but Erminus saw that one coming.
Erminus staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Erminus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Erminus connects with a leg kick.
Lutang swings away with a body shot that misses
and Erminus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Erminus misses with a two punch combination.
Lutang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lutang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Erminus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lutang can pounce on him.
Lutang thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sun Lutang dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Erminus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A combination from Erminus does no damage.
Erminus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lutang pinned against the cage. Lutang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Erminus tries for a takedown but Lutang circles away easily
enabling Lutang to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lutang. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Erminus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Erminus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Erminus throws a series of punches but Lutang avoids them all with ease.
Lutang throwing a counter right hand but Erminus manages to avoid it.
Lutang throws a right hand that misses
and Erminus counters with a stiff right hand.
Lutang misses with a low kick as Erminus jumps back.
A slow jab from Lutang misses its intended target.
Lutang throws a body shot but no joy.
Erminus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Erminus scores with a jab to the head.
Erminus takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
Lutang buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Erminus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lutang finds it's way round the side to connect with Erminus's head.
Erminus swings for the body but Lutang moves out of range.
Lutang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erminus. That did some damage!
Lutang chopping away at his opponent's legs.
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!
Erminus takes one on the button.
Lutang misses the shot to the body.
Erminus with the counter takedown but Lutang avoids it easily.
Erminus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lutang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lutang blocks the body kick.
#T3#
Erminus works Lutang's body with a nice hook.
Erminus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Erminus misses with a double jab
and Lutang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lutang throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#TD2#
Erminus shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lutang pushes Erminus off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lutang throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Erminus missing with a left hand there. Lutang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Erminus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lutang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lutang works over Erminus's head and body with a nice combination.
Lutang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Erminus can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Lutang misses the target.
Erminus throws a combination that misses
and Lutang finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Jetmir Erminus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lutang throws out a powerful jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sun Lutang showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lutang, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sun Lutang!
Our winner, Sun Lutang, 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:
SMASH: Storm vs Tosen 2
Date: Sep 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Erminus connects with the punch.
Greene cracks Erminus with an open hand slap.
Erminus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Greene throws a hook but Erminus avoids it easily.
Greene fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Erminus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Greene lands with a hook. Erminus tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #TD#
Greene gets caught napping as Erminus dives in and scores a takedown. Greene manages to retain guard.#SU#
Greene is working an open guard so Erminus takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Greene throws a leg kick that misses.
Erminus attempts a counter takedown but Greene avoids it well and moves away.
Erminus avoids a punch combination nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good shot there by Greene.
Erminus sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T1#
Greene throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Erminus counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Greene!
Greene wants to get back to his feet but Erminus is dominant here and he's now got Greene's back!
Greene is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Erminus gets to his feet and calls for his opponent to stand and trade! Heeeere we go!
Paulie Greene is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Erminus takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Greene misses with an uppercut.
Greene misses with a straight left. #TD#
Erminus closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Greene's guard.
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!#SU#
Greene is working an open guard so Erminus takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Erminus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Greene.
Greene misses with a shot to the body
and Erminus counters with a left and a right that stings Greene. #T2#
Greene throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Greene backs away, Erminus returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Greene throws a leg kick but Erminus checks it.
Erminus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Erminus scores with a body shot.
Greene throws a hook but Erminus blocks it.
A head kick misses from Greene.
Greene scores with a nice right hand.
Erminus takes a kick to the side of the head.
Greene takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Erminus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Greene throws a shot from downtown. Erminus moves away and avoids it.
Erminus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Erminus tests Greene's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice defenses there by Erminus.
Erminus feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Greene misses with a right hand #TD#
and Erminus counters with a takedown into side control.
Greene bucks up and tries to throw Erminus off but instead Erminus has got his back!#SU#
Erminus decides to stand up.
Erminus lands a slapping body shot.
Greene swings away with a body shot that misses
and Erminus counters with a nice uppercut.
Erminus throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#It looks like Paulie Greene has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Erminus misses with a wild body shot.
Greene bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Greene lands a head shot.#T4#
Greene fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Paulie Greene seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Greene throws out a loose jab but Erminus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Greene ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Erminus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Greene motions for Erminus to come forward. Greene throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Erminus has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Erminus closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SU#
Erminus gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Erminus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jetmir Erminus will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Paulie Greene's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Erminus tries for a takedown but Greene sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Greene throws a leg kick
and Erminus counters with a series of strikes. Greene will be more careful next time no doubt.
Erminus takes a swing at Greene's ribcage but misses.
Greene lunges at Erminus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Erminus's hand.
Greene lands with a shot to the body.
Greene throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Paulie Greene seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Erminus moves out of range of the strikes.
Erminus tries to counter with a takedown but Greene is quick to defend against it.
Greene throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Greene 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.
Greene misses with a kick to the body
and Erminus makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Greene's jab looks to have found its range, popping Erminus under the eye.#TD#
Erminus closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Greene's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU#
Erminus stands and steps away. Greene gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T1#
Greene motions for Erminus to come forward. Greene throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Greene misses with a leg kick
enabling Erminus to counter with a crisp jab.
Greene takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Greene with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Greene lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Erminus moves out of range of the body kick.
Erminus swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Greene throws out a loose jab but Erminus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Erminus tries to counter with a takedown but Greene is quick to defend against it.
Greene throws the kick towards the body but Erminus avoids it.
Jetmir Erminus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Erminus tries a low kick but Greene avoids it.
Greene throws a head kick that misses.
Erminus looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Greene blocks a jab.
Greene tries a quick counter leg kick but Erminus is wise to it.
Erminus takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#T2#
A combination from Erminus does no damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Greene throws an overhand right that lands on Erminus's shoulder, as Erminus tries to avoid the shot.
Greene avoids a punch combination nicely.
Erminus lands a nice leg kick that just misses Greene's sensitive parts.
Erminus paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Greene scores with a kick to the midsection.
Erminus slips under a jab.
A right-left combo lands from Erminus.
Some wild striking there from Erminus.
#T3#
Erminus goes for a double leg but Greene avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Greene continues to drive forward.
Greene flicks out a counter leg kick but Erminus steps away.
Erminus blocks a body shot from Greene.
With the fighters up against the cage, Greene throws an elbow but misses.
Greene misses with the head strike.
Greene misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Erminus.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Greene just misses with a elbow thrown towards Erminus's brow.
A short uppercut from Erminus.
Erminus stalling in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Erminus.#BC#
Erminus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Greene scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Erminus fakes the leg kick and cracks Greene in the body.
No luck for Erminus with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jetmir Erminus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Danga de danga de dang - Greene scores with a four punch combination!
Greene misses with a low kick as Erminus jumps back.
Greene throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Erminus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Greene connects with a solid leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Greene misses with a wild body shot.
Greene with a hook.
Greene swings away with a body shot that misses
and Erminus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Erminus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Greene circles away.
Greene throws a big counter head kick but Erminus avoids it with no problem.
Nice cross by Greene.
Erminus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Paulie Greene will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Paulie Greene's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A swing and a miss from Greene.
Greene throws a leg kick that is checked
and Erminus counters with a thumping low kick.
A low kick lands for Erminus.
Erminus shoots in for a takedown but Greene shows good takedown defense.
Erminus shoots in but Greene avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Erminus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Greene delivers a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greene misses with a hook
and Greene takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Greene does no damage.
Greene looks for the body kick but Erminus saw that one coming.
As Greene looks to move away, Erminus throws a big counter combo but Greene just gets out of the way.
Erminus misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Greene cracks Erminus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Greene pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Erminus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Erminus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A looping hook to the body misses from Greene. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Erminus lands a head kick. Greene smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Greene pushes Erminus away with a front kick.
Erminus throws a right hand that misses
enabling Greene to counter with a crisp jab.
Greene wants to slow Erminus down by chopping away at his legs. #T2#
Greene stuffs the takedown attempt from Erminus. Erminus gets slowly back to his feet.
Greene feints a counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jetmir Erminus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Greene attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Erminus went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Erminus will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Greene takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A swing and a miss from Erminus.
Greene appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Erminus throws a big shot that misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Erminus.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Erminus blocks a leg kick.
Erminus scores with a nice right hand.
Erminus misses with a double jab.
Greene rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Erminus counters with a nice kick to the body.
Nice body kick from Greene.#T3#
Erminus throws a body punch but Greene moves out of range.
Erminus blocks a head kick by Greene.
As Greene looks to move away, Erminus throws a big counter combo but Greene just gets out of the way.
Greene misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Erminus misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Greene misses the target.
Erminus is looking to counter punch.
Erminus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Erminus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Erminus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Erminus with the inside leg kick.
Greene misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Erminus counters with a nice double leg into side control. Greene won't be happy with that. #SU#
Erminus has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T4#
Erminus lands a nice looking body shot.
Greene throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Erminus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Erminus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Greene.
A swing and a miss from Greene.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Erminus jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Erminus moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Erminus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Erminus throws a shot from downtown. Greene moves away and avoids it.
A nice leg kick from Greene, right into the meat of the thigh.
Erminus stalks Greene and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Greene's face. Greene staggers backwards, shaken.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jetmir Erminus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Erminus has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jetmir Erminus!
Jetmir Erminus was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Paulie Greene was interviewed post fight and said 'Im Sorry Everyone, I’m Disappointed '. |
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Event:
SPFT #8
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Mondragon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Spar's hands.
Mondragon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mondragon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mondragon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Spar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Spar looks to score with a jab to the body but Mondragon is just out of range.
Mondragon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at ubergym in the buildup to the fight.
Spar throws an overhand right that lands on Mondragon's shoulder, as Mondragon tries to avoid the shot.
Mondragon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nice shot by Spar.
Spar lands a really nice looking cross but Mondragon seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Spar.
Spar stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spar throws a jab when Mondragon was well out of range.
Mondragon seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spar misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Mondragon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mondragon moves out of range of the strikes.
Mr Spar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mondragon throws a lazy right hand but Spar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD#
Spar gets caught napping as Mondragon dives in and scores a takedown. Spar manages to retain guard.
Mondragon tries to free his leg and advance position but Spar is retaining full guard.
Spar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Spar can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mondragon controls the pace.#T2#
Spar 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.
Spar is trying to control the position but Mondragon postures up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mondragon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A left lands for Mondragon.
Mondragon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mondragon seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Jab, jab by Mondragon - just one landing.
Mondragon throws out a loose jab but Spar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mondragon misses the jab.
Mondragon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sloppy strikes from Mondragon. Those never looked like landing.
Mondragon loads up on a big right hand but Spar slips the punch.
Spar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mondragon misses with a body shot.
Mondragon scores with a hook.
Mondragon defending well as Spar loads up on a big left hand.
Spar misses with an uppercut.
Mondragon throws a jab but it's blocked by Spar. #T4#
Spar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mondragon.
Spar drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mondragon defends it well.
Spar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mondragon.
Mondragon looks to land a right hand but Spar moved out of range.#TD#
Spar gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mondragon to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mondragon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mondragon won't allow Spar to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Esteban Mondragon will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Mondragon shoots in and bounces Spar off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Mondragon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spar is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Mondragon controls from within his opponent's guard.
Spar is trying to keep Mondragon in close.
Mondragon stays in close to Spar's body and controls the position.
Mondragon'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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Spar lands a body shot.
Spar throws an overhand right that lands on Mondragon's shoulder, as Mondragon tries to avoid the shot.
Spar shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Spar lands a nice looking body shot.
Spar takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mondragon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Spar looks to land a right hand but Mondragon moved out of range.#TD#
Mondragon shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Spar's guard.
Mondragon's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Mondragon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Spar is pulling down on Mondragon's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Spar is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Spar trying to keep a closed guard but Mondragon is proving a slippery customer.
Mondragon controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Spar thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Mondragon drives through with a takedown into Spar's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Mondragon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mondragon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spar is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon forces his way into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Esteban Mondragon dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Mondragon looks to land a right hand but Spar moved out of range.
And Spar tries to counter it with a takedown but Mondragon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mondragon throws a jab when Spar was well out of range.#TD#
Mondragon drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mondragon tries to free his leg and advance position but Spar is retaining full guard.
Esteban Mondragon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Spar keeping moving, preventing Mondragon from controlling successfully.
Mondragon preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon wants to pass the guard but Spar is keeping the position.
Mondragon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Spar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mondragon misses with a wild body shot.
Spar lands a nice hook to Mondragon's body. Mondragon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mondragon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spar can do to turn this around?
Mondragon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Spar throws a body shot but no joy.
Mondragon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spar avoids the body shot from Mondragon.
#T2#
Mondragon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spar.
#CL#
Mondragon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Spar, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Mondragon works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Mondragon being controlled here momentarily.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Spar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mondragon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Spar controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself.
Spar has Mondragon pulled in close to control his posture.
Spar keeping moving, preventing Mondragon from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Spar lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mondragon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mr Spar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##TD#
Mondragon shoots in and bounces Spar off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Spar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spar working a defensive guard but Mondragon passes into half guard.
Mondragon trying to control the action but Spar is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spar keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Esteban Mondragon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mondragon, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Esteban Mondragon!
A relieved looking Esteban Mondragon 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:
SMASH: Frewin vs Tryastsyn
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Erminus's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nickle under the eye.
Nickle takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A slapping leg kick lands for Erminus.
Nickle tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Erminus defends well and Nickle ends up having to push Erminus into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nickle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Erminus.
Nickle tries for a takedown but Erminus sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Erminus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nickle circles away.
Erminus lands a jab to Nickle's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Nickle does no damage.
Nickle closes this distance looking for a takedown but Erminus circles away.
Jetmir Erminus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dill Nickle.#T1#
Erminus keeps the fight on the outside.
Erminus feinted with a counter takedown.
Nickle tries to clinch up.
Erminus throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Nickle counters with a takedown into side control.
Nickle is trying to ground and pound but Erminus uses the momentary lack of control by Nickle to regain half guard.
Erminus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Erminus desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Nickle trying to control the action but Erminus is working from the bottom.
Nickle uses his free foot to push down on Erminus's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Erminus. #T2#
Nickle cracks Erminus with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nickle wants to control the pace but Erminus is squirming around nicely.
Nickle working Erminus over with strikes here.
We've been hearing good reports from Erminus'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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Erminus blocking the ground and pound.
Nickle misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Erminus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nickle looking to control but Erminus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Erminus regains half guard.#T3#
Nickle thows a huge punch but Erminus dodges it nicely.
Nickle slips a nice elbow through Erminus's hands, connecting with Erminus's forehead.
Nickle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Erminus is trying to maintain the position but Nickle is very close to passing his half guard.
Nickle throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nickle is trying to control. Erminus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nickle working the head and body with strikes.
Nickle working over Erminus with some ground and pound. Erminus looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nickle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Erminus is positioning himself well to prevent Nickle advancing to mount. #SUB2#
Nickle seems to be working for a kimura but Erminus defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Erminus won't allow Nickle to pass to mount.
Nickle working over Erminus with some ground and pound. Erminus looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nickle thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Erminus's head.
Nickle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Erminus defending well though.
Erminus is holding on to half guard well.
Nickle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Erminus wants to control but Nickle is keeping busy.
Nickle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dill Nickle dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nickle misses with a double jab.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Erminus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nickle misses with a body shot.
Nickle fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Erminus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Erminus fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erminus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nickle.
Nickle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nickle ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1##TD2#
Nickle looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Dill Nickle has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nickle missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nickle must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Erminus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nickle preventing the sweep.
Erminus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nickle is looking to work some ground and pound but Erminus has wrist control.
Nickle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nickle won't allow Erminus to sweep him here.
Nickle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Erminus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nickle in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nickle trying to control but Erminus is working from the bottom. #T2#
Nickle slips nicely into half guard.
Erminus is looking to control Nickle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Erminus avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Erminus keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Erminus is looking to control Nickle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Erminus avoid being mounted?
Nickle content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Erminus is looking for a sweep. Nickle is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Nickle is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Erminus defends it well. #T3#
Nickle throwing shots but Erminus is blocking nicely.
Erminus wants to control but Nickle is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nickle wants to clinch up but Erminus keeps it at a distance.
A left and a right from Erminus both land. Nice combination.
Erminus lands a jab to Nickle's midsection.#CL2#
Nickle closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nickle has Erminus pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Erminus manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nickle can't get the takedown.
Jetmir Erminus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dill Nickle.#T4#
Nickle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Erminus has Nickle pressed against the cage, preventing Nickle from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Nickle is looking to take this one to the mat.
Erminus is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nickle is keeping busy.
Nickle is trying to pull guard but Erminus turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Erminus content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Erminus gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nickle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nickle misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dill Nickle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Erminus throws a hook but Nickle avoids it easily.
Erminus looks to land a left hand but Nickle moved out of range nicely.
Nickle tries to counter with a clinch but Erminus shakes him off and moves away.
Erminus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Erminus tries to counter with a takedown but Nickle is quick to defend against it.
Nickle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Erminus needs to keep his hands up - Nickle had a free shot at his head there.#CL2#
Nickle closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickle has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Erminus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nickle is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nickle is trying to drag Erminus to the mat but Erminus just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jetmir Erminus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dill Nickle.#T1#
Nickle tries to pull guard but Erminus forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Nickle drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nickle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nickle can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Nickle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Erminus with a jab.#CL2#
Nickle moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2#
Nickle is working for takedown but Erminus is calmly controlling the position for now.
A left hand lands to the body for Nickle.
#BC#
Erminus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nickle avoids a kick to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nickle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Erminus half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Erminus throws a front kick aimed at Nickle's knee but Nickle avoids it well.
Nickle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Erminus misses the shot to the body.
Erminus misses with a wild combination.
Nickle lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nickle.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nickle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nickle tries to clinch but Erminus is having none of it. #T4#
A good leg kick by Erminus. #CL2#
Nickle clinches up with Erminus and pushes him back against the cage.
Erminus stops a takedown attempt from Nickle.
Nickle changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Erminus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nickle tries to clinch there but Erminus circles away.
Jetmir Erminus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Erminus lands a nice shot to the body.
#TD2#
Nickle changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Erminus looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Erminus is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Nickle tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nickle has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jetmir Erminus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Erminus is looking to reverse the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dill Nickle.
I've got Nickle 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dill Nickle!
A victorious Dill Nickle 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:
SMASH: Kowalkiewicz vs Erdogan
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Erminus ducks under a wild hook from Noriega.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Noriega misses with an attempted mid kick.
Pablo Noriega seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Erminus looks for a takedown but Noriega sprawls well.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Erminus checks a leg kick.
Noriega thows a left - swing and a miss!
Noriega throws a low kick, looking for Erminus's leg but Erminus calmly moves out of range.
Noriega lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Erminus throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Noriega's head.
Erminus tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Noriega is able to avoid easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Noriega scoring well with a low kick there.
Noriega's corner calls for a 1-2. Noriega obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Erminus misses with a hook
and Noriega counters with a right hand to the body.
A shot to the liver by Noriega. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Noriega takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Erminus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Noriega scores with a hook to the body. Erminus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice jab there from Noriega.
Noriega scores with a punch to the head.
Noriega misses with a low kick.
Erminus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Noriega misses with a low kick.
As Noriega backs away, Erminus returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Noriega misses with an uppercut. Erminus saw that one coming.
Noriega connects with an inside leg kick.
Noriega scores with a spinning back kick!
Erminus looks to land a combination. Noriega sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Noriega lands a nice looking kick to the body. Erminus takes a step back to recover.
Noriega finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2#
Noriega tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Erminus was well out of range. Poor timing from Noriega.
Noriega misses with an uppercut. Erminus saw that one coming.
Noriega scores with a jab. Erminus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Noriega throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Noriega looks to move away, Erminus throws a big counter combo but Noriega just gets out of the way.
Erminus misses with a double jab.
Noriega throws a leg kick that is checked
and Erminus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Erminus throws a lazy body kick
and Noriega counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Noriega.
Noriega is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Noriega moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Erminus lands a jab-cross combination.
Erminus lands a lovely overhand right.
A solid body kick from Noriega.
Erminus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T3#
Erminus slips under a jab.
Noriega with a hook.
Noriega misses with a wild body shot.
Erminus is looking to score with low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Noriega.
Noriega misses with a straight right.
As Noriega backs away, Erminus returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Noriega throws the left hand but Erminus avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Erminus misses the target.
Noriega misses with a hook to the body
and Erminus counters with a series of strikes. Noriega will be more careful next time no doubt.
Erminus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Noriega.
Erminus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Noriega throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Noriega misses with a kick to the body.
Erminus jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Erminus throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T4#
A solid body kick from Noriega.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Erminus avoids the head kick by Noriega.
Erminus blocks a low kick nicely.
Noriega wants to land a leg kick but Erminus is out of range.
Erminus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Noriega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Erminus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Erminus appears to be looking for a big counter.
Noriega takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Noriega throws an off balance right hand
and Erminus counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A slapping body kick lands there for Noriega.
Erminus misses with a hook
and Noriega counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Noriega throws a predictable looking body shot
and Erminus counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Noriega throws a lazy uppercut
and Erminus counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Erminus will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Erminus tries for a takedown but Noriega sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Erminus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Noriega throws out the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pablo Noriega dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Noriega scores with a spinning back kick!
Noriega throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A low kick from Noriega is predictable there
enabling Erminus to counter with a crisp jab.
That kick from Noriega tenderised Erminus's leg. Erminus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Noriega throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Erminus is looking to counter punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Erminus.
Erminus scores with a shot to the body.
Noriega missing with a left hand there. Erminus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pablo Noriega seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Erminus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Erminus drops down looking for a counter takedown but Noriega sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Noriega connects with a body shot.
Erminus takes a swing at Noriega's ribcage but misses.
Noriega throws an overhand right that lands on Erminus's shoulder, as Erminus tries to avoid the shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Erminus might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Noriega misses with a hook.
Erminus half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Noriega throws a push kick but Erminus slaps the foot to one side.
Noriega scores with a nice body kick.
A low kick from Noriega is predictable there
and Erminus counters with a low kick, right behind Noriega 's knee.
Noriega has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Erminus fails with a takedown attempt.
Noriega throws a leg kick that is checked
and Erminus counters with a series of strikes. Noriega will be more careful next time no doubt. #TD#
Erminus looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU#
Erminus stands up and waves to Noriega to follow him.
Erminus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Erminus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Noriega on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Noriega misses with a low kick.
Erminus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Noriega misses with a jab to the body
and Erminus counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Noriega is rocked!
A combination from Erminus does no damage.
Erminus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Noriega as he jumps to the side.
Noriega has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Erminus.
Noriega on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Erminus. Erminus obviously looking to wear him down.
Noriega bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Erminus's head backwards.#TD#
Erminus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T3##SU#
Erminus decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Noriega is looking to land body kicks.
Good work by Noriega as he checks the leg kick.#TD#
Erminus closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Noriega's guard.#SU#
Erminus gets to his feet - Noriega follows without any prompting.
Erminus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Noriega sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Erminus somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jetmir Erminus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
A low kick from Noriega is predictable there
and Erminus counters with a straight right hand.
Erminus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Erminus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Noriega.
Erminus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Noriega throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Noriega throws a leg kick
and Erminus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Noriega lands with a nice body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Erminus ducks under a wild hook from Noriega.
Noriega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Erminus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Erminus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Noriega 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.
Erminus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Erminus scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jetmir Erminus dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Noriega is looking to land body kicks.
Erminus half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A punch combination from Erminus misses.
Noriega pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Erminus attempts a counter takedown but Noriega avoids it well and moves away.
Noriega connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A shot to the body from Noriega misses
and Erminus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Erminus 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.#SU#
Erminus gets to his feet - Noriega follows without any prompting.
A jab from Erminus misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erminus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Noriega lands with an uppercut that bounces Erminus off the cage and back into range.
Erminus avoids the body shot from Noriega.
Noriega takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T1#
Noriega missing with a left hand there. Erminus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Noriega misses with a right hand #TD#
and Erminus counters with a nice double leg into side control. Noriega won't be happy with that. #SU#
Erminus decides to stand back up.
Erminus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Erminus throws a right and a left that both miss.
Erminus throws a series of punches but Noriega avoids them all with ease.
Noriega pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Noriega looks to move away, Erminus throws a big counter combo but Noriega just gets out of the way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Erminus.
A leg kick checked by Erminus.
Erminus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Noriega. #T2#
Erminus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Noriega stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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!
Noriega pivots, looking for a leg kick but Erminus is out of range and Noriega settles back down.
Erminus tries to bum rush Noriega with a series of wild strikes but Noriega uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Some bone on bone action there as Noriega checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Noriega connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Erminus's hands.
Erminus fails with the takedown
and Noriega makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Erminus misses with a two punch combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Erminus.
No luck for Erminus with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jetmir Erminus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Noriega misses with an uppercut. #T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Noriega.
Noriega throws a jab but it's blocked by Erminus.
Noriega looks to score with a jab to the body but Erminus is just out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Noriega.
Erminus slips under a jab from Noriega.
Noriega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Erminus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
It looked like Erminus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Erminus misses with a wild combination.
Noriega takes a swing at Erminus's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Noriega misses.
Erminus shoots in for a takedown but Noriega shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
Erminus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Noriega circles away quickly and effectively.
Noriega looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Noriega throws a lazy right hand but Erminus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Erminus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Noriega rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Erminus counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Noriega manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Noriega working hard to break the clinch.
Erminus avoiding damage.
#BC#
Erminus breaks from the clinch.
Noriega throws a lazy uppercut
and Erminus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Noriega gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SU#
Erminus decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Noriega, up you get!
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jetmir Erminus.
I think Erminus has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jetmir Erminus!
Jetmir Erminus spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Pablo Noriega had this to say: 'Don’t Worry Im Gonna Put A Hit On Him Ese'. |
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Event:
CWC 395
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 15 losses; Enamorado Bandito! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 42 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Mondragon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bandito (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Bandito wants to sweep here but Mondragon controlling him for the moment.
Mondragon stays in close to Bandito's body and controls the position.
Mondragon is pushing down on Bandito's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bandito is fighting to maintain full guard but Mondragon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bandito is looking for a sweep. Mondragon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mondragon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bandito keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon is looking to advance position but Bandito won't allow it.
Mondragon stalling. #T1#
Bandito wants to get back to full guard.
Mondragon controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura but Bandito is defending well.
Mondragon trying to control from half guard but Bandito is working away. #T2##SUB2#
Mondragon is working for a kimura but Bandito is defending it quite comfortably.
Bandito really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Bandito is defending against the submission attempts here by Mondragon.
Bandito tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg. #T3#
Mondragon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bandito is trying to get back to full guard.
Mondragon controlling the action here.#T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Bandito manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bandito seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Bandito is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mondragon stopping the sweep attempt from Bandito.
Mondragon content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Mondragon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandito swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Mondragon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bandito 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.
Mondragon wants to control from the top but Bandito keeps moving. #T6#
Bandito is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mondragon wants to control from the top but Bandito keeps moving.
Bandito will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bandito is trying to keep Mondragon in close.
Bandito seems keen to control Mondragon's posture.
Mondragon must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bandito looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T7#
Bandito is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mondragon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bandito trying to control the position.
Bandito is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mondragon is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mondragon being controlled here momentarily. #T8#
Mondragon advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandito (0) vs (5) Mondragon
Mondragon takes a little break here. Bandito wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Bandito wants to control but Mondragon postures up.#T9#
Bandito prevents Mondragon from moving into mount.
Mondragon moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Bandito is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Mondragon tries for a kimura but Bandito is defending well. #T10#
Mondragon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bandito keeps working. #SUB2#
Mondragon goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bandito has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Mondragon but great work by Bandito. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bandito (4) vs (5) Mondragon#SUB#
Bandito is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mondragon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mondragon is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bandito's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T11##SUB2#
Mondragon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mondragon is looking for a sweep. Bandito is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mondragon is in trouble now - Bandito has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandito (7) vs (5) Mondragon
Bandito seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Mondragon is holding on tight.
Mondragon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Bandito wants to take Mondragon's back here but Mondragon is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Mondragon is trying desperately to improve position.#T12#
Bandito pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Mondragon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mondragon tries to hold on but Bandito pushes him away.
Bandito pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Mondragon is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mondragon is controlling an arm, preventing Bandito from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Mondragon is trying desperately to improve position.#T13#
Mondragon stops Bandito from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Bandito tries to take Mondragon's back but instead Mondragon uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bandito passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandito (10) vs (5) Mondragon#SUB#
Bandito swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Mondragon is now in Bandito's guard. A big mistake from Bandito there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bandito (10) vs (7) Mondragon#T14#
Bandito trying to keep a closed guard but Mondragon is proving a slippery customer.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandito is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mondragon postures up.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandito is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandito is trying to control the position but Mondragon postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Mondragon drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bandito looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bandito looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bandito! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bandito (14) vs (7) Mondragon
And that's the end of the fight!
Bandito takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
Enamorado Bandito tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
CWC 391
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 41 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 17 losses; Eric Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Mondragon keeps the fight on the outside.
Mondragon wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mondragon shoots for a takedown but Barnes saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Barnes feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Barnes rushes Mondragon and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#TD2#
Barnes drags the fight down to the ground.
Barnes wants to sweep here but Mondragon controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Barnes is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Mondragon has his hands clasped together but Barnes extends and breaks Mondragon's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Barnes.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Eric Barnes!
Eric Barnes bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Frewin vs Nacimento 3
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Lutang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Erminus swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lutang scores with a shot to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Erminus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lutang moves into range and connects with a jab.
Erminus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lutang throws out a counter right but Erminus avoids it with no problem.
Lutang has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL2#
Lutang gets a clinch.
Lutang can't find room to land a body shot as Erminus controls the action.
Lutang lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Lutang misses with an elbow over the top.
A short left from Lutang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lutang lands an uppercut.
Lutang tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lutang lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Lutang breaks from the clinch.
Erminus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Erminus on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lutang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Erminus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Erminus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Erminus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Erminus throws a series of punches but Lutang avoids them all with ease.
Erminus throws a body shot but no joy.
Lutang throws an overhand right that lands on Erminus's shoulder, as Erminus tries to avoid the shot.
Erminus throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Erminus fails to land with a series of punches.
Lutang throws a body shot but no joy.
Lutang jabs Erminus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Erminus on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lutang scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lutang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Erminus.
Lutang throws a right hand that misses
and Lutang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice body punch from Lutang.
A big right from Erminus misses.
Lutang throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
Erminus falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2#
and Lutang counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Lutang misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lutang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lutang lands with a left to the head.
Erminus is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lutang misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Erminus. #T3#
Erminus prevents a body shot from Lutang.
Come on Erminus - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lutang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lutang working aggressively here.
Lutang misses with a body punch.
Lutang misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Erminus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lutang swings away with a body shot that misses
and Erminus counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Lutang stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Erminus stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lutang moves out of range of the strikes.
Erminus misses with a hook. Lutang ducked under it nicely.
Sun Lutang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Erminus misses with a hook.
Nice shot lands for Lutang.
A shot to the body from Erminus misses
and Lutang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lutang throws a hook to the side of Erminus's head but Erminus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Erminus was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lutang throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lutang lands a lovely overhand right.
Erminus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lutang dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lutang wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lutang slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lutang is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Erminus had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Erminus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lutang cracks Erminus with an open hand slap.
Erminus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sun Lutang dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Lutang clinches.
Lutang lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from Lutang.
Lutang prevents Erminus from breaking the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lutang.
Erminus blocks a body shot from Lutang.
Lutang lands a shot to the body.
Lutang cracks Erminus with a nice body shot.
Erminus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sun Lutang seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Erminus avoiding damage as Lutang throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lutang misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Lutang lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Erminus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Nice jab there from Erminus.
Lutang catches Erminus with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A looping hook to the body misses from Lutang. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Erminus jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Lutang misses the body punch
enabling Erminus to counter with a crisp jab.
Lutang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Erminus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lutang.
Lutang lands with an overhand left.
Lutang scores with a spinning back kick!
Lutang connects with a body shot.
Erminus misses with a body shot.
Erminus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lutang can pounce on him.
Sun Lutang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Erminus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lutang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lutang smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Erminus lands a nice looking body shot.
Erminus scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Jetmir Erminus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lutang swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Erminus.
Lutang lands a glancing blow to the side of Erminus's head.
Lutang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Erminus at a distance.
Lutang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erminus. That did some damage!
Lutang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Erminus counters with a right hand to the body.
Lutang cracks Erminus with a good jab.
Lutang keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Erminus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lutang.
Lutang cracks Erminus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lutang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Lutang connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lutang looks to throw the jab but Erminus is out of range.
Erminus throws a leg kick but Lutang sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lutang misses with a wild body shot.
Erminus takes one to the chin there.
Lutang swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lutang throws a poor cross that misses
and Erminus counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lutang's knee momentarily.
Lutang scores with a nice right hand.
Lutang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lutang just misses with a punch to the body.
Erminus appears to be looking for a big counter.
Erminus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lutang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Erminus counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Lutang misses with a hook. Erminus ducked under it nicely.
Erminus punishes Lutang's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Lutang clinches with his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lutang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Erminus's elbow.
Erminus is trying to force a seperation but Lutang has the dominant position.
Lutang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lutang lands with a left to the head.
Lutang throws a head punch that misses.
Lutang is leaning against Erminus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Erminus is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lutang is keeping busy.
A short right from Lutang on the inside.
Erminus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sun Lutang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Erminus blocks a jab.
Lutang thows a leg kick but Erminus checks it
letting Erminus counter with a right hand.
Erminus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lutang looks to score with a jab to the body but Erminus is just out of range.
Lutang misses with a body shot.
As Lutang looks to move away, Erminus throws a big counter combo but Lutang just gets out of the way.
Good leg kick by Lutang.
Erminus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lutang swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Erminus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Lutang. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lutang.
Erminus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lutang. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Erminus throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Erminus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Erminus takes one to the side of the head.
Lutang ducks under a wild hook from Erminus.
Lutang misses with a looping left.
Lutang cracks a nice hook into Erminus's ribs.
Erminus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lutang lands a nice shot that snaps Erminus's head back.
#CL2#
Lutang gets a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lutang.
A short body shot lands from Lutang as the two fighters clinch.
Lutang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lutang lands a shoulder strike. #T2##BC#
Erminus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lutang throws a looping overhand right but Erminus ducks down to avoid it.
Lutang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Erminus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Erminus feints and then cracks Lutang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lutang down.
Erminus misses with a lunging right hand
and Lutang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lutang getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lutang misses with a wild body shot.
Lutang lands with a cross.
Erminus ducks under a wild hook from Lutang.
Lutang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lutang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Erminus.#T3#
Lutang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Erminus throws a big counter combination but Lutang scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Erminus blocks a head kick by Lutang.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Erminus.
Lutang throws out a counter right but Erminus avoids it with no problem.
Erminus walks into a stiff left hand from Lutang.
Lutang digs a good hook to Erminus's body.
Lutang listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Erminus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lutang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Erminus appears to be looking for a big counter.
Erminus misses with a looping right.
Erminus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Erminus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T4#
Lutang misses with a body shot.
Lutang's jab looks to have found its range, popping Erminus under the eye.
Erminus misses with an uppercut. Lutang saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Lutang on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lutang jabs Erminus right on the nose. Erminus blinks but takes it well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Lutang.
Jab, jab by Lutang - just one landing.
Lutang misses with a hook. Erminus ducked under it nicely.
Erminus misses with a looping left.
Erminus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Erminus throws out a loose jab but Lutang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lutang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Erminus moves away from the strike by Lutang.
Lutang lands with a nice body punch.
Jetmir Erminus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lutang checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lutang appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sun Lutang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lutang has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sun Lutang!
A very excited looking Sun Lutang made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 388
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 41 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 34 losses; Vartan Esteves!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, John Kavanagh and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Esteves tries to keep at a distance but Mondragon has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Mondragon is trying to trip Esteves. He has hold of a leg but Esteves is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Mondragon persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (2) vs (0) Esteves
Esteves trying to control the position.
Mondragon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Esteves is looking for a triangle but Mondragon pushes his legs off easily.
Mondragon sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mondragon is one step ahead there.
Mondragon 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. #T1#
Esteves looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mondragon puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Mondragon passes into side control, despite Esteves's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (0) Esteves#SUB#
Mondragon tries for a kimura but Esteves is defending well.
Esteves tries to improve position but can't.
Esteves is not content to let Mondragon control the position.
Mondragon gets to mount! Esteves was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Mondragon (7) vs (0) Esteves
Esteves is desperately trying to improve his position but Mondragon has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Mondragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Esteves is in all sorts of trouble here.
Esteves gets back to half guard.
Mondragon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Esteves knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mondragon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Esteves tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Esteves looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Mondragon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Esteves keeps working.
Esteves wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy.
Esteves trying to get back to full guard but Mondragon takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (10) vs (0) Esteves
Mondragon trying to control but Esteves is having none of it.
Esteves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Esteves gets back to half guard.#T4#
Esteves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mondragon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Esteves has his hands clasped together around Mondragon's back. He's all about the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Esteves tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.
Esteves gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Esteves looking for a guillotine here but Mondragon defends easily.
#T5#
Mondragon preventing the sweep.
Esteves is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (10) vs (2) Esteves
Esteves wants to pass to mount but Mondragon is defending the position.
Esteves is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mondragon! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (10) vs (5) Esteves
Esteves fails to move to back control.
Mondragon working to try and regain half guard.
Esteves can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mondragon is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Esteves goes for an armbar but Mondragon turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Mondragon. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (12) vs (5) Esteves#T6#
Esteves keeping full guard, as Mondragon tries to pass.
Esteves looking for a sweep. Not yet Esteves, not yet.
Esteves has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mondragon has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (15) vs (5) Esteves
Mondragon tries to move to mount but Esteves blocks the move with his legs.
Esteves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mondragon tries to advance to mount but can't. #T7#
Esteves is looking to reverse the position.
Mondragon tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Mondragon is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Esteves will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Esteves tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Mondragon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Esteves is trying to improve his position.#T8#
Esteves is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mondragon trying to control the position but Esteves is working away.
Esteves gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mondragon (17) vs (5) Esteves
Esteves wants to hold on but Mondragon pushes him away.
Esteves wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (20) vs (5) Esteves
Esteves staying busy and making it hard for Mondragon to control.
Esteves looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You can see the frustration on Esteves's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T9#
Mondragon slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Mondragon wants to control but Esteves is keeping busy.
Mondragon has the hooks in. Esteves is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Esteves breaks Mondragon's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (20) vs (7) Esteves
Esteves tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Esteves is pushing down on Mondragon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mondragon is fighting to maintain full guard but Esteves has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Esteves is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Mondragon still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Mondragon has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mondragon (24) vs (7) Esteves
Esteves is trying to improve his position.
Mondragon working away.#T10#
Mondragon is staying tight to Esteves's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Esteves gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Mondragon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (27) vs (7) Esteves
Mondragon content just to control the position here.
Esteves working to try and regain half guard.
Mondragon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Mondragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Esteves can't escape the position.
Mondragon controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Mondragon wants to finish this one by submission but Esteves is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Mondragon.
Esteves slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Mondragon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Esteves wants to improve his position but Mondragon is controlling well.
Mondragon wants to free his trapped foot but Esteves is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T12#
Esteves tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg.
Mondragon is thwarting Esteves's attempts to control the position.
Esteves is looking to get back to full guard here but Mondragon has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (30) vs (7) Esteves
Esteves tries to control but Mondragon manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (33) vs (7) Esteves
Esteves is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Esteves tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T13#
Esteves is trying to break free.
Mondragon avoiding Esteves 's attempts to control his hands.
Esteves is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Mondragon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Esteves prevents Mondragon from getting a body triangle.
I really don't envy Esteves right now.
#T14##SUB#
Mondragon is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Esteves is defending well though. Mondragon let's go of the attempt for now.
Mondragon is hanging on to Esteves's back as he tries to escape.
Mondragon slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon keeps control of the position as Esteves tries to break free.
A lull in the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon takes the fight on points by 33 to 7.
A victorious Esteban Mondragon 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:
CWC 381
Date: May 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 40 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Ian Laperierre!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Elvis Blanc and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Mondragon takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Mondragon has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Laperierre clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mondragon (4) vs (0) Laperierre
Mondragon trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Laperierre doesn't escape. #SUB#
Mondragon has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Mondragon really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Laperierre.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Mondragon's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T1#
Laperierre tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Mondragon controlling the position easily from mount.
Mondragon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Laperierre is looking to escape.
Laperierre is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T2#
Mondragon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mondragon wants to control the pace but Laperierre is squirming around nicely.
Laperierre is trying to reverse the position but instead Mondragon has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (7) vs (0) Laperierre#T3#
Mondragon is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Mondragon controlling well, preventing Laperierre from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Mondragon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mondragon controls the position.#T4#
Laperierre tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T5#
Laperierre wants to escape the position.
We've been informed that Laperierre has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Good control from Mondragon.
Laperierre manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mondragon's guard. Nice work there by Laperierre.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (7) vs (2) Laperierre
Laperierre looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T6#
It looks like Laperierre might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Laperierre wants to pass the guard but Mondragon is keeping the position.#T7##SUB#
Mondragon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Laperierre passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (7) vs (5) Laperierre
Who's going to make the next move?
Mondragon regains half guard there - taking advantage of Laperierre's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Laperierre is pressing down on Mondragon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mondragon is holding on for now. #T8#
Laperierre takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Laperierre wants to take a breather but Mondragon is having none of it.
Laperierre is taking a breather. Mondragon 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon controlling the position well.
Mondragon trying to hold on to Laperierre's head to control him but Laperierre postures up.
#T9#
Mondragon is looking to improve his position.
Laperierre stalling.
Laperierre is continuing to stall.
Laperierre has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (7) vs (8) Laperierre
Laperierre tries to control but Mondragon wriggling away. #T10#
Laperierre controlling the pace for now.
Laperierre looking to control but Mondragon is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Laperierre controlling his opponent.
Laperierre trying to control but Mondragon is having none of it. #T11#
Laperierre sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Mondragon wants to hold on but Laperierre pushes him away.
Laperierre controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
Laperierre wants to take his opponent's back but Mondragon doesn't allow it.
Mondragon wants to hold on but Laperierre pushes him away.
Mondragon stops Laperierre from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Laperierre controlling his opponent.
Laperierre trying to control but Mondragon is having none of it.
Laperierre is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Mondragon is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Laperierre controlling the pace for now.
Laperierre can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mondragon is looking to escape.
Laperierre wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T14#
Mondragon can't escape the position.
Mondragon is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laperierre tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mondragon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Laperierre wins on points by 8 to 7.
Ian Laperierre 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:
SMASH: Hasselhoff vs Tantor
Date: May 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Erminus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Shredder connects with a right hand. Erminus shakes it off.
A punch combination from Erminus misses.
Shredder feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Erminuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Slash Shredder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shredder throws a poor cross that misses
and Erminus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shredder misses with a looping right.
Shredder just misses with a punch to the body.
Erminus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Shredder lands with a nice body punch.
Erminus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Erminus misses with a head kick.
Shredder works the jab nicely.
Shredder throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
Erminus appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Erminus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Shredder connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Erminus momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shredder. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shredder swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Erminus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Shredder connects with a body shot.#T1#
Erminus looks to land a combination. Shredder sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Shredder swings widly with a right hand
and Erminus counters with a left to the body.
Shredder throws a shot from downtown. Erminus moves away and avoids it.
Shredder scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Erminus throws the kick towards the body but Shredder avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Erminus. Shredder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shredder takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Erminus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shredder.
Shredder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Erminus manages to avoid it.
Shredder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shredder appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Shredder lands with a good body shot.
Erminus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Erminus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shredder connects with a good right hand that stumbles Erminus. Erminus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Erminus moves away.
Erminus lands a body shot.
#T2#
Shredder with a nice cross.
Shredder pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shredder is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Erminus.
Erminus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Shredder lands with a straight right. Erminus didn't see that one coming.
Shredder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Erminus.
Shredder cracks Erminus with a good jab.
Shredder lands with a straight right. Erminus didn't see that one coming.
Shredder moves out of range as Erminus strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Shredder misses its target.
Shredder looks to score with a jab to the body but Erminus is just out of range.
Shredder thows a left - swing and a miss!
Erminus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Shredder.
Shredder misses with a body shot.
Shredder connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Erminus's hands.
Erminus looks to throw the jab but Shredder is out of range.
Shredder blocks a head kick by Erminus.
#T3#
Erminus ducks under a wild hook from Shredder.
Erminus avoids the body shot from Shredder.
Shredder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Erminus manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Erminus! But no joy.
Erminus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shredder connects with a body shot.
Shredder swings for the body but Erminus moves out of range.
Shredder is looking to wear down Erminus with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Erminus ducks under a wild hook from Shredder.
Jab from Shredder.
Erminus looks to throw the jab but Shredder is out of range.
Erminus slips a jab from Shredder.
Shredder throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Shredder blocks the low kick.
Shredder takes a swing at Erminus's ribcage but misses.
And Erminus responds with a good body kick, but Shredder manages to step out the way in time.
Decent striking displayed by Shredder there.
Erminus just misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Shredder showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Erminus.
Shredder lands a nice hook to Erminus's body. Erminus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Shredder misses the shot to the body.
Erminus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shredder moves away.
Shredder is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Erminus moves out of range as Shredder strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Erminus defending well as Shredder loads up on a big left hand.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shredder takes a swing at Erminus's ribcage but misses.
Erminus moves out of range as Shredder strikes.
Erminus unleashes a big counter combination but Shredder bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Erminus tries to bum rush Shredder with a series of wild strikes but Shredder uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shredder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Erminus scores with a nice strike.
Shredder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Erminus was well out of range. Poor timing from Shredder.
Erminus throws a jab when Shredder was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Shredder dominated that round.
That's time! Shredder's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Erminus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Erminus on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Erminus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jetmir Erminus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shredder throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Erminus on the side of the head.
Erminus misses the shot to the body.
Shredder looks to land a left hand but Erminus moved out of range nicely.
Shredder is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Erminus can do to turn this around?
No joy there for Erminus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Erminus swings for the body but Shredder moves out of range.
No joy there for Erminus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Shredder misses with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Shredder there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erminus misses with a body kick.
Erminus throws a push kick but Shredder slaps the foot to one side.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Erminus might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Shredder has got the better of the exchanges.
Shredder feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Erminuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A jab from Erminus misses.
Erminus with a jab.#T1#
Erminus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jab from Shredder.
Erminus avoids the body shot from Shredder.
Despite the aggression on Erminus's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Shredder lands a really nice looking cross but Erminus seems unphased.
Shredder lands a right hook to the body.
Shredder throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Erminus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shredder lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Shredder scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Erminus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Shredder throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Erminus to counter with a crisp jab.
Shredder lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shredder misses with a hook.
Erminus moves away from the strike by Shredder.
Erminus flicks out a counter leg kick but Shredder steps away.
Erminus rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shredder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Erminus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Erminus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2#
Shredder throws a shot to the body.
Shredder bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Erminus's head.
Shredder lands with a hook. Erminus tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Erminus has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A jab from Erminus misses.
Shredder smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Erminus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Shredder takes a swing at Erminus's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Erminus misses.
Erminus lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Erminus moves away.
Jab, jab by Shredder - just one landing.
Shredder throws a shot to the body.
Erminus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Shredder throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Erminus lands a jab to the head.
Shredder throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Shredder connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Erminus's hands.
Shredder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Erminus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shredder throws a big shot that misses.
Shredder throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Erminus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shredder throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
Shredder lands a really nice looking cross but Erminus seems unphased.
Slash Shredder is winning the standup battle so far.
Good exchange - Shredder coming out on top.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shredder misses with a hook to the body
and Erminus counters with a series of strikes. Shredder will be more careful next time no doubt.
Shredder fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Shredder dips to his left and cracks Erminus with an uppercut!
A punch lands to the side of Erminus 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shredder getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Shredder throws a lazy uppercut
and Erminus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A cross from Shredder lands.#T4#
Erminus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shredder keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Erminus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Shredder misses with an uppercut.
Shredder throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Erminus on the side of the head.
Shredder misses with a shot to the body
and Erminus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shredder misses the jab.
As Shredder backs off Erminus throws a huge counter combo but Shredder manages to avoid it all.
Erminus lands with an overhand left.
Shredder misses with a looping left.
Shredder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Erminus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shredder. Erminus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shredder misses with a wild body shot.
Shredder misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Shredder dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice shot lands for Shredder.
Shredder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shredder throws a jab but it's blocked by Erminus.
Shredder lands a right hook to the body.
Erminus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Erminus throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Shredder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shredder thuds his right hand into Erminus's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Shredder jabs Erminus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Shredder misses with a right hand
and Erminus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shredder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Erminus.
Erminus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shredder looks to score with a jab to the body but Erminus is just out of range.
Shredder takes a swing at Erminus's ribcage but misses.
Erminus lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Erminus tries to move into range but Shredder moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Erminus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shredder.#T1#
Erminus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shredder checks a low kick from Erminus.
Shredder lands with a hook. Erminus tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Shredder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Erminus.
Erminus slips under a jab from Shredder.
It seemed like Erminus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Shredder lands a right hook to the body.
Shredder lands a nice looking body shot.
Erminus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shredder.
Shredder swings for the body but Erminus moves out of range.
Shredder works Erminus's body with a nice hook.
Erminus misses with a two punch combination.
Erminus misses with a low kick.
Erminus dips to his left and cracks Shredder with an uppercut!
Shredder works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Slash Shredder is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Shredder moves out of range as Erminus strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Shredder misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Erminus misses with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Erminus. Those never looked like landing.
A punch combination from Erminus misses.
Shredder was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Shredder just misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Erminus's head.
Shredder misses with a shot to the body
and Erminus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A jab from Shredder finds it's way through Erminus's defenses.
Shredder lands a body shot.
Erminus takes a jab right on the kisser.
Shredder darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shredder, as that shot connected.
Shredder throws a body punch but Erminus moves out of range.
Erminus throws a series of punches but Shredder moves out of range.
Erminus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shredder.
Despite the aggression on Erminus's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T3#
A left lands for Shredder.
Shredder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Erminus was well out of range. Poor timing from Shredder.
Despite the aggression on Erminus's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Erminus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Erminus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Erminus.
Shredder connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Erminus moves away.
Shredder uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Erminus.
It looked like Shredder wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Erminus misses with a low kick as Shredder jumps back.
Erminus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A jab from Erminus misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Shredder misses the target.
As Shredder backs off Erminus throws a huge counter combo but Shredder manages to avoid it all.
Shredder scores with a jab to the body.
Erminus rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shredder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Shredder misses its target.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shredder walks forward, straight into a front kick from Erminus.
Shredder throws a body shot but no joy.
Shredder scores with a crisp jab that stopped Erminus in his tracks.
Shredder just misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Shredder cracks Erminus with a good jab.
Erminus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A cross from Shredder lands.
A punch combination from Erminus misses.
Erminus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Erminus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Shredder backs off Erminus throws a huge counter combo but Shredder manages to avoid it all.
Shredder throws out a loose jab but Erminus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Erminus needs to keep his hands up - Shredder had a free shot at his head there.
Jetmir Erminus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shredder throws out a loose jab but Erminus uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slash Shredder showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Shredder has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slash Shredder! |
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Event:
CWC 378
Date: May 21, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 40 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 43 losses; Pavel Savkov!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Chris Saunders and Colin Fray.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Mondragon closes the distance and clinches.
Savkov's coach down at Rivers Edge Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Savkov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD#
Mondragon has Savkov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Mondragon pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Savkov tumbling to the mat - Mondragon dives into Savkov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (2) vs (0) Savkov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Savkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mondragon looking to pass the guard.
Mondragon content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savkov looking to control.
#T1##SUB2#
Savkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Savkov has his foot on Mondragon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mondragon works his way back into a safe position though.
Mondragon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mondragon has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mondragon seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Savkov for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Savkov is looking to sweep but instead, Mondragon has passed into half guard.
Mondragon is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Savkov is looking to control Mondragon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Savkov avoid being mounted?
Mondragon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (0) Savkov#T3#
Mondragon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mondragon looking to control but Savkov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mondragon takes Savkov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Savkov is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (8) vs (0) Savkov#T4#
You can see the frustration on Savkov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Mondragon tries to get the hooks in deep but Savkov pushed the leg off.
Mondragon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Mondragon continues to stall.
Mondragon has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T5#
Savkov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Mondragon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Savkov is in bad spot here.
Mondragon controlling the position well here. Savkov rolled but Mondragon kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T6##SUB#
Mondragon working for a choke but Savkov is defending well.
Savkov is really stuck here.
Savkov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mondragon's guard. Nice work there by Savkov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (8) vs (2) Savkov
Mondragon is pulling down on Savkov's head to control his posture. #T7#
Savkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Mondragon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mondragon is controlling Savkov's posture.
Savkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Mondragon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Mondragon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Savkov tries to pass.
Mondragon is pulling down on Savkov's head to control his posture.
Savkov wants to pass the guard but Mondragon is keeping the position.
Savkov is fighting to break Mondragon's control of his arms but Mondragon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T9#
Savkov wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Savkov tries to pass.
Mondragon is pulling down on Savkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Savkov, at least for the moment.
Savkov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T10#
Mondragon has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Savkov advances to half guard.
Savkov passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (8) vs (5) Savkov#SUB2#
Savkov tries for a kimura but Mondragon is defending well.
Mondragon sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T11#
Savkov prevents Mondragon from improving his position.#SUB2#
Savkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mondragon defends it well.
Mondragon trying to hold on to Savkov's head to control him but Savkov postures up.
Mondragon is in trouble now - Savkov has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (8) vs (8) Savkov#T12#
Savkov tries to control but Mondragon wriggling away.
Savkov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Mondragon haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Mondragon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Mondragon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Mondragon is looking for a sweep. Savkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Savkov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Savkov tries to pass to full mount but Mondragon defends it.
Mondragon trying to control from the bottom.
Savkov wants to control but Mondragon is keeping him busy.
Mondragon trying to control here.
Mondragon keeping hold of Savkov's head, controlling as best he can. #T14#
Savkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mondragon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mondragon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mondragon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Savkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Savkov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mondragon (12) vs (8) Savkov
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon controls the position.
Savkov tries to escape but Mondragon has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon takes the fight on points by 12 to 8.
An out of breath Esteban Mondragon 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:
CWC 374
Date: May 07, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 39 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Elazar Shalit!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Alec Ball.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Mondragon pushes Shalit up against the cage in a clinch.
Shalit prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mondragon is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Mondragon gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (2) vs (0) Shalit#SUB2#
Shalit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mondragon pulls his head out easily.
Shalit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mondragon is working away from the top position though.
Mondragon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Shalit tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Shalit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
Mondragon moves into full mount! Shalit won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (0) Shalit
Mondragon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Shalit is holding on tight.
Mondragon controlling from mount.
Shalit tries to hold on but Mondragon pushes him away. #T3#
Mondragon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Shalit regains half guard.
Shalit is not content to let Mondragon control the position.#SUB#
Mondragon is looking for submissions but instead, Shalit has regained full guard.
Mondragon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Shalit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Mondragon won't allow Shalit to sweep him here.
Shalit controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself.
Mondragon trying to control but Shalit is working from the bottom.
Mondragon postures up.
#T5#
Mondragon trying to control but Shalit is working from the bottom.
Shalit looking to control.
Mondragon content to stall in guard here.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Shalit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mondragon stays in close to Shalit's body and controls the position.
Mondragon has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T6#
Mondragon is looking to pass into half guard but Shalit pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Shalit is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (5) vs (2) Shalit
Shalit passes Mondragon's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shalit is looking to advance position but Mondragon won't allow it.
Mondragon is pressing down on Shalit's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mondragon is adopting a defensive guard.#T7#
Shalit stopping the sweep attempt from Mondragon.
Shalit slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (5) Shalit
Shalit trying to control the position but Mondragon is working away.
Mondragon is trying to control Shalit's posture but Shalit avoids it. #T8#
Shalit tries to advance to mount but Mondragon denies him.
Shalit working away.
Mondragon tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Shalit easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mondragon (5) vs (7) Shalit
Mondragon gets back to half guard.
Shalit is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mondragon! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (10) Shalit
Shalit avoids the attempt from Mondragon to control.#SUB2#
Shalit has hold of Mondragon's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Mondragon manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T9#
Shalit wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Shalit controlling from the full mount.
Shalit takes Mondragon's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Mondragon is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (5) vs (13) Shalit
I really don't envy Mondragon right now.
#T10##SUB2#
Shalit working for the choke.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Shalit's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB2#
Shalit tightening his grip on Mondragon, looking for the choke.
Mondragon is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Shalit is looking to control Mondragon but Mondragon is wriggling around and keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Mondragon's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB2#
Shalit has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Shalit is cranking Mondragon's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Mondragon! He's tightened the choke and Mondragon is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Elazar Shalit!
An out of breath Elazar Shalit 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:
CWC 371.1
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Dan Macker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 39 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Macker shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mondragon but Mondragon pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Mondragon has managed to clinch.
Macker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mondragon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Macker is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Mondragon gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Macker (0) vs (2) Mondragon
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.
Mondragon trying to control but Macker is working from the bottom.
Macker wants to improve his position but instead Mondragon has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Macker is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Macker's coaches at RBB Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mondragon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Macker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Macker.#SUB#
Macker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon trying to control but Macker is working from the bottom.
Macker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mondragon is one step ahead there.
Macker is pulling down on Mondragon's head. It's preventing any offense from Mondragon, at least for the moment.#T2#
Mondragon passes into half guard.
Mondragon is trying to control the action in half guard but Macker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Macker tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Macker defends it well.
Macker is doing well to control the position and prevent Mondragon from advancing to side control.#T3#
Macker tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.
Mondragon is controlling the pace.
Macker wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Mondragon is looking to take a break and control but Macker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Macker is looking for a sweep. Mondragon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mondragon in particular looking to stall.
Mondragon is looking to take a break and control but Macker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mondragon is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Macker keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T5#
Mondragon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Macker keeps working.
Macker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Macker.
Macker has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mondragon has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Macker (0) vs (5) Mondragon
Mondragon advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Macker (0) vs (7) Mondragon
Mondragon avoids the attempt from Macker to control.
Macker sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T6#
Mondragon wants to take a breather but Macker is having none of it.
Mondragon is thwarting Macker's attempts to control the position.
Mondragon is trying to control the action in half guard but Macker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mondragon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Mondragon prevents Macker from improving his position.
Macker is trying to control but Mondragon manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Macker (0) vs (10) Mondragon
Mondragon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Macker is looking to escape. #T7#
Mondragon can't control as he wanted to and Macker manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Macker is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mondragon in particular looking to stall.
Mondragon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T8#
Macker is looking for a sweep. Mondragon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mondragon is keen to just control but Macker is a slippery customer.
Mondragon prevents Macker from improving his position.
Macker moves into full guard.
Macker trying to keep a closed guard but Mondragon is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Macker is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Macker (2) vs (10) Mondragon#T9##SUB2#
Mondragon has his foot on Macker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Macker works his way back into a safe position though.
Macker trying to control but Mondragon is working from the bottom.
Macker postures up.
Mondragon is pulling down on Macker's head to control his posture.
Mondragon is trying to keep Macker in close.
Macker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T10#
Macker is pushing down on Mondragon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mondragon is fighting to maintain full guard but Macker has managed to sneak the leg through.
Macker tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mondragon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Macker trying to control the pace.
Mondragon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Macker is working away from the top position though.
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Mondragon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Macker haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T11#
Macker is looking to advance position but Mondragon won't allow it.
Macker sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mondragon keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T12#
Mondragon won't allow Macker to pass to mount.
Macker seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mondragon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mondragon trying to hold on to Macker's head to control him but Macker postures up.
Macker is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T13#
Mondragon is refusing to be controlled, as Macker sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Macker seems content to control.
Mondragon tries to roll over but Macker keeps him under control.
Macker is looking to advance position but Mondragon won't allow it. #T14#
Macker prevents Mondragon from improving his position.
Mondragon manages to get to full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mondragon holds on and takes a little breather.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Macker looking to sit in guard and control but Mondragon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Macker (2) vs (12) Mondragon
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon wins on points by 12 to 2.
Our winner, Esteban Mondragon, 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:
CWC 363
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 38 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; Jaxon Bremner!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Cecil Peabody and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Bremner closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Mondragon gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (2) vs (0) Bremner#SUB2#
Bremner actively working from the bottom here.
Bremner manages to get to full guard.
Bremner controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself.
Mondragon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Bremner isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Mondragon stacks Bremner 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 Mondragon! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (5) vs (0) Bremner
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bremner tries to buck Mondragon off but Mondragon is having none of it.
Bremner prevents Mondragon from improving position. #T1#
Bremner is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mondragon is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mondragon (7) vs (0) Bremner
Bremner looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Mondragon (10) vs (0) Bremner
Bremner looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
I really don't envy Bremner right now.
Bremner manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mondragon's guard. Nice work there by Bremner.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (10) vs (2) Bremner
Bremner wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving.
Bremner engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Bremner tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Mondragon has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Bremner tries to pass.
Bremner is fighting to break Mondragon's control of his arms but Mondragon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bremner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Bremner avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3#
Bremner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mondragon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mondragon has his hands on Bremner's head, controlling the position.
Bremner pushing down on Mondragon's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bremner wants to take a breather but Mondragon is having none of it. #SUB2#
Bremner is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Bremner is working for a kimura but Mondragon is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
Bremner trying to pass the guard but Mondragon defending well.
Mondragon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bremner stopping the sweep attempt from Mondragon.
Bremner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mondragon has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Mondragon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bremner doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bremner manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bremner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mondragon looking to control.
Mondragon is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bremner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mondragon is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Bremner is fighting to break Mondragon's control of his arms but Mondragon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bremner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mondragon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mondragon keeping moving, preventing Bremner from controlling successfully.
Mondragon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Bremner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bremner passes into half guard.
Bremner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mondragon keeps working. #SUB2#
Bremner is looking for a kimura here.
Bremner is controlling the pace.
Mondragon is refusing to be controlled, as Bremner sits in half guard. #T7#
Mondragon tries to get to full guard but Bremner has control of the leg.
Bremner trying to control the action but Mondragon is working from the bottom.
Mondragon wants to control but Bremner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bremner trying to control the action but Mondragon is working from the bottom.
Bremner prevents Mondragon from improving his position.
Mondragon is trying to control but can't.
#T8#
Bremner passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (10) vs (5) Bremner
Mondragon is desperately trying to improve his position but Bremner has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Bremner is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Mondragon has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Mondragon! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mondragon (12) vs (5) Bremner
Bremner controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself. #SUB2#
Bremner looking for subs off his back but Mondragon has passed one foot through into half guard.
Bremner tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg. #T9#
Bremner moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Bremner looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mondragon passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Bremner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mondragon pulls his head out easily.
Bremner works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Bremner looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mondragon passes into half guard.
Mondragon trying to mount his opponent but Bremner defends it. #T10#
Mondragon not doing much here.
Bremner wants to get back to full guard.
Mondragon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mondragon works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (15) vs (5) Bremner
Bremner gets back to half guard.
Bremner is pressing down on Mondragon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T11##SUB2#
Bremner looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bremner 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.#SUB2#
Bremner is looking to cinch up a triangle. Mondragon throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Bremner's body to avoid the submission. Bremner has instead reached around Mondragon's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Bremner arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jaxon Bremner!
A very excited looking Jaxon Bremner made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 360
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 35 losses; Bjj Steel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 37 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Mondragon clinches up against the cage.
Mondragon is trying to drag Steel to the mat but Steel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mondragon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Steel prevents it.
Mondragon gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Steel.
#TD#
Steel gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel (2) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon is trying to maintain the position but Steel is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mondragon! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel (5) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon is trying to escape the mount but Steel keeps good control and instead manages to take Mondragon's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel (8) vs (0) Mondragon
Steel controlling from the back.
Steel keeps control of the position as Mondragon tries to break free.
#T1#
Steel is not going to allow Mondragon to sit and survive in this position.
I really don't envy Mondragon right now.
#SUB#
Steel sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Mondragon taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Steel!
Bjj Steel decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 355
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Bjj Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 36 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Luis Engracia and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Mondragon has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Mondragon has hold of one of Steel Penn's legs. Steel Penn is fighting the takedown attempt but Mondragon gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Mondragon wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is keeping the position.#SUB#
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mondragon defends it easily.
Mondragon forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mondragon is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.
Steel Penn manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Steel Penn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (2) Mondragon
Steel Penn postures up.
Mondragon has his hands on Steel Penn's head, controlling the position.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Mondragon trying to control the position.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn pushes down on Mondragon's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for a kimura but Mondragon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel Penn to get the leverage. #T2#
Mondragon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mondragon.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Steel Penn trying to move into half guard but instead Mondragon has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (4) Mondragon
Steel Penn wants to hit a sweep here but Mondragon passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Steel Penn there! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (2) vs (7) Mondragon
Mondragon controlling his opponent.
Mondragon works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (2) vs (10) Mondragon
Mondragon controlling well, preventing Steel Penn from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Steel Penn is working hard here to advance position.
Mondragon is looking to control Steel Penn but Steel Penn is wriggling around and keeping busy.
I would not like to be Steel Penn right now.
Steel Penn tries to break free.
Steel Penn turns into Mondragon and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (10) Mondragon
Mondragon managing to control the position.
Steel Penn advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (7) vs (10) Mondragon#T4#
Steel Penn tries to advance to mount but can't.
Mondragon holding on.
Mondragon sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn seems to be looking for submissions.
Mondragon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but Mondragon defending well. #T5##SUB#
Steel Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mondragon doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steel Penn. #SUB#
Steel Penn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mondragon is just riding it out for now. Steel Penn eventually gives up the hold.
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Mondragon regains full guard. Nicely done.
Mondragon 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.#T6#
Steel Penn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (10) vs (10) Mondragon
Steel Penn has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Mondragon! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (12) vs (10) Mondragon
Steel Penn wants to take his opponent's back but instead Mondragon manages to regain half guard.
Mondragon won't allow Steel Penn to pass to mount.
Mondragon is trying to maintain the position but Steel Penn is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Steel Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Steel Penn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T7#
Steel Penn works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (15) vs (10) Mondragon
Steel Penn fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Steel Penn has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Mondragon is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjj Steel Penn!
Bjj Steel Penn bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CWC 351
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 27 losses; Edwin Lucan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 36 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Mondragon keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Lucan moves into range and clinches up with Mondragon.#TD2#
Mondragon wants the takedown. Lucan is fighting it off but Mondragon persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Lucan's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lucan (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Lucan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mondragon controls the pace.
Lucan wants to sweep here but Mondragon controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lucan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mondragon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mondragon 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucan is trying to control the position but Mondragon postures up. #T1#
Lucan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lucan (2) vs (2) Mondragon#SUB#
Lucan seems to be working for a kimura but Mondragon defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Lucan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mondragon has managed to free his arm - good work.
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.#SUB#
Lucan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Lucan seems to be working for a kimura but Mondragon defends the submission attempt.
Lucan is thwarting Mondragon's attempts to control the position.
Mondragon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2#
Mondragon is pressing down on Lucan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lucan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mondragon is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Mondragon looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lucan has picked Mondragon up and slammed him! Mondragon can't keep hold of the triangle and Lucan manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lucan (5) vs (2) Mondragon#SUB#
Lucan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mondragon has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lucan tries to move to mount but Mondragon blocks the move with his legs.
Lucan trying to control the position but Mondragon is working away.
Lucan wants to take a breather but Mondragon manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Lucan.
Mondragon controls Lucan momentarily but Lucan frees himself. #T3#
Mondragon can't keep his opponent in guard - Lucan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Lucan is working for a kimura but Mondragon is defending it quite comfortably.
Mondragon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lucan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mondragon trying to keep a closed guard but Lucan is proving a slippery customer.
Lucan looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Lucan content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Mondragon has locked up a guillotine! Mondragon's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Lucan is holding on here and Mondragon must be using up a lot of energy. Lucan has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Mondragon gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Esteban Mondragon!
Esteban Mondragon seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Edwin Lucan was interviewed post fight and said 'Death be to you all.'. |
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Event:
CWC 348
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 27 losses; Edwin Lucan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 35 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Roger Salmon and Josh West.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Mondragon closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Mondragon is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lucan is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Mondragon to the mat. Mondragon regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lucan (2) vs (0) Mondragon
Mondragon controlling Lucan's posture.
Mondragon trying to control the position.
Mondragon keeping moving, preventing Lucan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Mondragon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Lucan tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucan is working hard here to advance position.
Lucan wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving. #SUB#
Lucan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lucan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Lucan wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving.
Mondragon controlling the position.
Lucan trying to control but Mondragon is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon pulls Lucan in to control the position.
Lucan postures up.
Lucan wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Mondragon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lucan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mondragon dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lucan (2) vs (2) Mondragon
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Lucan is pulling down on Mondragon's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Lucan throws his legs up looking for a submission but Mondragon uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lucan (2) vs (5) Mondragon
Lucan tries to bench press Mondragon off him but Mondragon keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucan is letting Mondragon control him for a moment.
You can see the frustration on Lucan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Lucan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mondragon's best efforts.
Lucan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mondragon stalling.
Lucan is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rabid Dog , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lucan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Mondragon jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lucan (2) vs (8) Mondragon
Mondragon advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lucan (2) vs (10) Mondragon
Mondragon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
It looks like Mondragon might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Lucan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mondragon wants to control the pace but Lucan is squirming around nicely.
Lucan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Mondragon is looking to advance position but Lucan won't allow it.
Lucan trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Mondragon manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lucan (2) vs (13) Mondragon
Lucan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mondragon prevents Lucan from improving his position.#T5#
Mondragon trying to pass the guard but Lucan defending well.
Lucan gets full guard.
Lucan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lucan controlling the position.
Lucan trying to keep a closed guard but Mondragon is proving a slippery customer.
#T6##SUB#
Lucan is looking for a triangle but Mondragon pushes his legs off easily.
Lucan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucan wants to control but Mondragon passes easily into half guard.
#SUB#
Lucan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mondragon not doing much here.
Lucan is trying to maintain the position but Mondragon is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Lucan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7#
Lucan tries to get to full guard but Mondragon has control of the leg.
Mondragon tries to pass to full mount but Lucan defends it.
Lucan is looking for a sweep. Mondragon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lucan controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lucan tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.#T8#
Mondragon is looking to advance position but Lucan won't allow it.
Lucan desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Still in half guard, Mondragon seems content to control.
Lucan wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy.
Mondragon wants to free his trapped foot but Lucan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lucan is trying to maintain the position but Mondragon is very close to passing his half guard.
Lucan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mondragon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mondragon's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lucan (6) vs (13) Mondragon#T9##SUB#
Mondragon fending off the submission attempt from Lucan. #SUB#
Lucan is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Mondragon is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Edwin Lucan!
Edwin Lucan took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Fantasy Threads for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
RISE 151
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Mesquita scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Erminus tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.
Mesquita thows a huge punch but Erminus dodges it nicely.
Mesquita not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Erminus keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mesquita is looking to take a break and control but Erminus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mesquita sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Erminus defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erminus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mesquita is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Erminus has hold of Mesquita's hands but Mesquita slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Mesquita landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T1#
Mesquita trying to control from half guard but Erminus is working away.
Mesquita sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Erminus defending well though.
Mesquita thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Erminus's head.
Erminus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mesquita seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Erminus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Erminus wants to get back to his feet.
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mesquita drops an elbow to the side of Erminus's head.
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mesquita seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Erminus is pressing down on Mesquita's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mesquita throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Erminus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Erminus wants to sweep here but Mesquita controlling him for the moment.
Erminus trying to control the position.
Mesquita throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Erminus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Erminus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Erminus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mesquita chips away with some ground and pound.
Mesquita trying to control but Erminus is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mesquita 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. #T3#
Mesquita postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Erminus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mesquita accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Erminus keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Erminus keeps the fight on the outside.
Erminus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Erminus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mesquita.
#TD#
Mesquita closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Erminus quickly recovers to half guard.
Erminus makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Erminus.#T4#
Mesquita passes into half guard.
Erminus is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mesquita scores with a couple of nice shots.
Erminus controlling the position well.
Mesquita slips a nice elbow through Erminus's hands, connecting with Erminus's forehead.
Mesquita sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Erminus defending well though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mesquita works his way into side control.
Erminus managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Mesquita.
Erminus defending against the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Charles Mesquita dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mesquita moves in looking to clinch but Erminus pushes him off.
Mesquita tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Erminus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Erminus! But no joy.
Erminus tests Mesquita's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Mesquita closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mesquita goes for a takedown in the clinch but Erminus prevents it.
Erminus is trying to force a seperation but Mesquita has the dominant position.
Erminus prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Mesquita has hold of one of Erminus's legs. Erminus is fighting the takedown attempt but Mesquita gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Mesquita working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Erminus is pulling down on Mesquita's head to control his posture.
Mesquita throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Mesquita keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Erminus's head.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Erminus wants to sweep but no luck.
Mesquita lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Erminus has Mesquita pulled in close to control his posture.
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Erminus keeps moving.
Mesquita 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.
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss.
Erminus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Mesquita is looking to work some ground and pound but Erminus has wrist control.
Erminus keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mesquita accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mesquita accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mesquita preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Charles Mesquita seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mesquita tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Erminus swats away the attempt to clinch by Mesquita.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Erminus! But no joy.
Mesquita misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mesquita moves in looking to clinch but Erminus pushes him off.#T3##TD#
Mesquita looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Mesquita keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Erminus's head.
Erminus 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.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Erminus controls Mesquita momentarily but Mesquita frees himself.
Mesquita in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Erminus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Erminus is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Mesquita is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Erminus can do to turn this around?
Erminus is continuing to stall.
Erminus has momentary wrist control but Mesquita slips an elbow through the middle.
Mesquita throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Erminus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Erminus working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mesquita.
Mesquita postures up and lands a big shot to Erminus's brow.
Mesquita distracts Erminus with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Mesquita throwing strikes from guard but Erminus blocks nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mesquita postures up.
Mesquita trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Charles Mesquita dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3##CL#
Mesquita has managed to clinch.
Erminus is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Mesquita goes for a takedown attempt but Erminus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Erminus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Erminus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Erminus just misses with a punch to the body.
Erminus throws a combination. Mesquita tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mesquita tries to clinch up.#CL#
Mesquita clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Erminus gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Mesquita lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#T1#
Mesquita lands with a punch from half guard.
Mesquita is nestled in close to Erminus, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Erminus tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.
Erminus blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mesquita.
Erminus taking some punishment here, with Mesquita in his half guard. #SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Erminus still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Erminus has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Mesquita tries to improve position but can't.
Mesquita is trying to control Erminus's posture but Erminus avoids it. #T2#
Sloppy strikes there by Erminus.
Mesquita tries to buck Erminus off but Erminus is having none of it.
Check out the look on Erminus's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Erminus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Charles Mesquita overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mesquita tries to buck Erminus off but Erminus is having none of it.
Erminus lands an elbow.
Mesquita wants to control but Erminus postures up.#T3#
Erminus slows the pace down.
Erminus landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Mesquita is trying to control Erminus's posture but Erminus avoids it.
Mesquita is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Erminus off and has taken his back!
Erminus has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Mesquita.
Erminus rolls, trying to escape but Mesquita keeps control of the position.
Mesquita throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Erminus is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Mesquita off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Mesquita softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Erminus is trying to remain composed but Mesquita is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Mesquita has the hooks in. Erminus is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Erminus looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for the choke from the back.
Mesquita throwing sloppy strikes.
Mesquita scores with punches to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mesquita scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Mesquita lands with a hammerfist to the side of Erminus's head.
The referee is taking a good look at Erminus as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Mesquita!
Mesquita misses with punches from the back.
Mesquita has the hooks in. Erminus is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Charles Mesquita clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Erminus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mesquita tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Erminus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mesquita is looking to clinch but Erminus is avoiding it.
Mesquita tries to clinch
and Erminus counters with a left and a right that stings Mesquita.
Erminus leaves Mesquita with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Mesquita fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Erminus to the ground. Mesquita is now in Erminus's guard.
Erminus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita throwing strikes from guard but Erminus blocks nicely.
Mesquita scoring with punches to the head and body.
Erminus is trying to keep Mesquita in close.
#T1#
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mesquita working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Erminus's head.
Mesquita stopping the sweep attempt from Erminus.
Erminus keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Mesquita in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mesquita working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Erminus is pulling down on Mesquita's head. It's preventing any offense from Mesquita, at least for the moment.
Mesquita trying to control but Erminus is working from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Mesquita drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mesquita jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Erminus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Mesquita drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Erminus tries to improve position but can't.
Erminus is trying to control Mesquita's posture but Mesquita avoids it.
Mesquita misses with the ground and pound.
Sloppy strikes there by Mesquita.#T3#
Mesquita cracks Erminus with a big elbow. #SUB#
Erminus reaches up around Mesquita's neck trying to control. But Mesquita takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Erminus! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Erminus is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Mesquita celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Charles Mesquita!
Charles Mesquita retains his featherweight title! |
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Event:
CWC 335
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Tyron Scott! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 34 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Emerson Jorge and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Scott closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mondragon circles away.
Mondragon tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Mondragon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Mondragon tightens his grip and picks Scott up, before dumping him to the ground. Scott manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scott (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Scott seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Scott is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mondragon is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Scott escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mondragon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mondragon told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Scott is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scott (2) vs (2) Mondragon
Mondragon trying to keep a closed guard but Scott is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Scott tries to pass. #T1#
Scott showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mondragon looking to control.
Mondragon controlling Scott's posture.
Scott advances to half guard.
Scott wants to pass to mount but Mondragon is defending the position.
Scott is trying to control. Mondragon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Mondragon wants to control but Scott is keeping busy.
Well, if Scott 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.
#SUB#
Scott is looking for a kimura here.
Mondragon is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mondragon is trying to maintain the position but Scott is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Mondragon moves into full guard.
Mondragon keeping full guard, as Scott tries to pass. #SUB2#
Mondragon is looking for a triangle but Scott pushes his legs off easily.
Mondragon being controlled here, momentarily.
Mondragon is trying to control the position but Scott postures up.
Scott tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard. #T4#
Scott looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Scott looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Mondragon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mondragon trying to keep a closed guard but Scott is proving a slippery customer.
Scott controlling from the top position.
Mondragon looking to control.
#T5#
Scott wants to control from the top but Mondragon keeps moving.
Scott postures up.
Mondragon is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Scott tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard.
Scott is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mondragon is pulling down on Scott's head to control his posture. #T6#
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Mondragon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott looking to pass the guard.
Scott is looking to advance position but Mondragon has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scott (2) vs (6) Mondragon
Scott tries to hold on but Mondragon pushes him away.
Scott really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Mondragon controlling his opponent. #T7#
Mondragon fails to advance to Scott's back.
Scott 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: Scott (4) vs (6) Mondragon
Mondragon keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Mondragon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mondragon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Scott controls the pace.
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Mondragon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Scott controls from within his opponent's guard.
Mondragon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Scott engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Mondragon 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.
Mondragon trying to control the position.
#T9#
Mondragon seems keen to control Scott's posture.
Mondragon is trying to control the position but Scott postures up.
Scott sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Scott wants to pass the guard but Mondragon is keeping the position.
Scott looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Scott drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Scott jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T10#
Mondragon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Scott sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Scott'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.#SUB#
Scott drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Scott jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Scott tries to free his leg and advance position but Mondragon is retaining full guard. #T11#
Scott looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mondragon trying to keep a closed guard but Scott is proving a slippery customer.
Scott won't allow Mondragon to sweep him here.
Mondragon can't keep his opponent in guard - Scott advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mondragon tries to get to full guard but Scott has control of the leg.
Scott works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Scott (7) vs (6) Mondragon#T12##SUB#
Scott looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Scott tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Scott has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Scott is staying tight to Mondragon's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
Scott tries for a kimura but Mondragon is defending well. #SUB#
Scott is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mondragon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T13#
Scott trying to control the position but Mondragon is working away.
Scott wants to control for a moment but Mondragon uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Scott is keen to just control but Mondragon is a slippery customer.
Mondragon is looking to improve his position.
Scott wants to free his trapped foot but Mondragon is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T14#
Mondragon is looking for a sweep. Scott is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mondragon wants to control but Scott passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Scott (10) vs (6) Mondragon
Scott takes a little break here. Mondragon wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Mondragon is trying to control Scott's posture but Scott avoids it.
Scott takes a little break here. Mondragon wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott wants to control but Mondragon is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Tyron Scott thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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