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TWGC 42 (145lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Max Desmond! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jack Williams!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Chad Campbell and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Desmond gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Desmond is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Williams pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Desmond has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Williams after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Desmond gets control of Williams's arms and successfully pulls guard. Desmond will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Desmond is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Williams is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Williams trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Desmond working for submissions but it's allowed Williams to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Desmond is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Williams not doing much here.
Williams prevents Desmond from improving his position.
Williams perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Desmond looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Williams pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Desmond (0) vs (3) Williams#T2#
Desmond wants to hold on but Williams pushes him away.
Williams controlling the pace for now.
Williams avoids the attempt from Desmond to control.
Williams sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Williams moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Desmond (0) vs (6) Williams#T3##SUB2#
Williams is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Desmond defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Williams has the hooks in. Desmond is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Williams passes his arm under Desmond's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Desmond taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jack Williams! |
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Undercard bout
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This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Kalevelis Kalvis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Do Dim Mak!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Eddie Farnsworth and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kalvis clinches.
Dim Mak tries to pull guard but Kalvis holds him up against the cage and eventually Dim Mak drops back down to his feet.
Dim Mak is trying to pull guard but Kalvis has him pressed against the cage.
Dim Mak is pressed up against the cage. Kalvis has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dim Mak down to the mat. Dim Mak avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalvis.
Kalvis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Kalvis clinches.
Kalvis is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kalevelis Kalvis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dim Mak jumps guard but Kalvis stands there with Dim Mak around his waist. Dim Mak gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dim Mak prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kalvis has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dim Mak after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalvis is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dim Mak pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dim Mak jumps guard but Kalvis stands there with Dim Mak around his waist. Dim Mak gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kalvis tries for a takedown but Dim Mak manages to get underhooks.
Kalvis tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dim Mak tries to pull guard but Kalvis won't allow it.
Kalvis goes for a takedown attempt but Dim Mak pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kalvis shoots in for a takedown but Dim Mak shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Dim Mak tries to clinch there but Kalvis circles away.
Dim Mak circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Kalvis closes the distance and clinches.
Dim Mak tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kalvis smiles and moves away.
Kalvis looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kalvis tries for a takedown but Dim Mak sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dim Mak moves in looking to clinch but Kalvis pushes him off.#CL#
Kalvis darts in and clinches Dim Mak up against the cage.
Dim Mak jumps guard but Kalvis stands there with Dim Mak around his waist. Dim Mak gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
Kalvis gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dim Mak regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kalvis (2) vs (0) Dim Mak
Dim Mak keeping moving, preventing Kalvis from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dim Mak is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kalvis defends well.#SUB2#
Dim Mak throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
Kalvis is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Dim Mak looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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Dim Mak has his feet on Kalvis's thighs here. He's pushed Kalvis off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kalvis screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Do Dim Mak!
Our winner, Do Dim Mak, 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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Co-main event
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This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jacob Song! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ronaldez Reno!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Steve Montenegro and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Song avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Song changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Reno tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Reno shoots in for a double leg but Song sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Reno fails with an attempt to clinch.
Song circles away from the clinch attempt.
Song feinted with a counter takedown.
Reno tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Song tries to counter with a takedown but Reno is quick to defend against it.
Song avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Song avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD#
Song looking to score a takedown here. Reno is defending well but Song drives through and ends up in Reno's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Song (2) vs (0) Reno
Reno is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Song stands and throws Reno's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Song (5) vs (0) Reno#T1##SUB#
Song tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Song is working to tighten his grip on Reno's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Reno has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Song is really squeezing tight and eventually Reno passes out! Song breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jacob Song! |
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Main event
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This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Tiago Martelo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Dante Mercado!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Columbo Gatti and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Martelo rushes Mercado and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Martelo tries to pull guard but Mercado forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Mercado has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Martelo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mercado has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Martelo after a bit of a struggle.
Mercado is trying to drag Martelo to the mat but Martelo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tiago Martelo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dante Mercado.#TD#
Martelo drags the fight down to the ground.
Mercado won't allow Martelo to sweep him here.
Mercado must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Martelo holds on and takes a little breather.
Mercado advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martelo wants to control but Mercado is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Martelo looking for submissions off his back.
Mercado trying to control from half guard but Martelo is working away. #T1#
Mercado wants to free his trapped foot but Martelo is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Martelo tries to get to full guard but Mercado has control of the leg.
Mercado is keen to just control but Martelo is a slippery customer.
Martelo wants to improve his position but Mercado is controlling well.
Mercado takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Martelo wants to control but Mercado is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mercado really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Martelo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Martelo is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Mercado wants to work for an arm triangle but Martelo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Mercado is working for a kimura but Martelo is defending it quite comfortably.
Mercado stalling away here and it's allowed Martelo to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T3#
Mercado slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Martelo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mercado is aware though and is defending well.
Mercado stays in close to Martelo's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Martelo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Martelo (2) vs (0) Mercado
Martelo passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Martelo (5) vs (0) Mercado#T4#
Mercado is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Martelo off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Martelo (5) vs (4) Mercado
Martelo is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Martelo tries to escape the position.
Martelo is working hard here to advance position.
Martelo wants to control his opponent's hands but Mercado gets his hands free.
Mercado biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T5#
I really don't envy Martelo right now.
Martelo turns into Mercado and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Martelo (7) vs (4) Mercado
Martelo looking to pass the guard.
Mercado has Martelo pulled in close to control his posture.
Martelo looking to sit in guard and control but Mercado gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Martelo (7) vs (6) Mercado
Martelo wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Martelo keeping moving, preventing Mercado from controlling successfully.
Mercado preventing the sweep.
Martelo has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mercado has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Martelo (7) vs (9) Mercado
Mercado is looking to take a break and control but Martelo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Martelo is looking for a sweep.
Mercado is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T7#
Martelo can't do much from the bottom here.
Martelo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mercado wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Martelo is not content to let Mercado control the position. #T8##SUB2#
Mercado tries for a kimura but Martelo is defending well.
Martelo tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Mercado is trying to get an arm triangle but Martelo is defending well.
Martelo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mercado's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T9##SUB2#
Mercado seems to be looking for submissions.
Martelo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mercado's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mercado's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Martelo (11) vs (9) Mercado
Mercado turns into Martelo and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Martelo (11) vs (11) Mercado
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Martelo is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Martelo (13) vs (11) Mercado
Martelo controlling from the top position.
Mercado keeping moving, preventing Martelo from controlling successfully. #T10#
Martelo looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Mercado looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Martelo has picked Mercado up and slammed him! Mercado can't keep hold of the triangle and Martelo manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Martelo (16) vs (11) Mercado
Mercado wants to control but Martelo postures up.#T11#
Martelo trying to control the action but Mercado is working from the bottom.
Martelo working away.
Martelo in the domination position with Mercado hanging on.
Mercado manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Mercado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mercado wants to get back to full guard.#T12#
Martelo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Mercado is looking to get back to full guard here but Martelo has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Martelo (19) vs (11) Mercado
Martelo is looking to take a break and control but Mercado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Martelo goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mercado has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Martelo but great work by Mercado. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Martelo (19) vs (15) Mercado#T13#
Martelo manages to get back to half guard.
Martelo wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Martelo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Martelo looking for a sweep. Not yet Martelo, not yet. #SUB#
Martelo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T14#
Mercado forces his way into half guard.
Mercado is looking to take a break and control but Martelo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mercado controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mercado is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Martelo sees it coming and defends easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Martelo takes the fight on points by 19 to 15. |
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