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Event:
WFC 18:Miller vs Gold
Date: Dec 10, 2017 |
#R1# Savitaipale uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
Savitaipale connects with a single shot there. Savitaipale misses with a hook. Washington ducked under it nicely. Savitaipale misses with a body shot.
#TD2# Washington shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Savitaipale manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB# Savitaipale looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Washington passes into half guard.
Savitaipale keeping hold of Washington's head, controlling as best he can. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Savitaipale is trying to maintain the position but Washington is very close to passing his half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Savitaipale tries to roll over but Washington keeps him under control.#T1# Savitaipale trying to hold on to Washington's head to control him but Washington postures up.
Savitaipale is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control. Washington is nestled in close to Savitaipale, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Washington lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Savitaipale is refusing to be controlled, as Washington sits in half guard. #SUB# Savitaipale actively working from the bottom here. Washington is keen to just control but Savitaipale is a slippery customer. Savitaipale is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Washington is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Savitaipale defends it well. #T2# Savitaipale avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Washington. Savitaipale wants to control but Washington is keeping busy and won't allow it. Washington lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Savitaipale wants to improve his position but Washington is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Washington looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Washington throwing shots but Savitaipale is blocking nicely. Washington is keen to just control but Savitaipale is a slippery customer. Savitaipale moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Washington stopping the sweep attempt from Savitaipale.#T3# Washington lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB# Savitaipale is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Washington is aware though and is defending well. Washington must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Washington works over Savitaipale with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB# Savitaipale looking for a guillotine here but Washington defends easily.
Washington throws a big elbow that misses. Washington trying to control but Savitaipale is working from the bottom. Savitaipale pulls Washington in close to prevent any damage. #SUB# Washington avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB# Savitaipale is looking for a triangle but Washington pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Savitaipale looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4##SUB# Savitaipale is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Washington sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB# Savitaipale looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB# Savitaipale is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Washington defends well. Washington scoring with punches to the head and body. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Savitaipale keeping full guard, as Washington tries to pass. #SUB# Washington avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Savitaipale'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.#SUB# Savitaipale has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Washington can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Samuel Washington will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##TD2# Washington dives in and scores a takedown into Savitaipale's guard. Savitaipale can't keep his opponent in guard - Washington advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB# Savitaipale actively working from the bottom here. Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Washington has control of the leg. Washington lands strikes from half guard. Washington is pressing down on Savitaipale's thigh, looking to free his foot. Savitaipale is holding on for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Savitaipale is looking for a sweep. Washington is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Savitaipale trying to control here.
Savitaipale gets back to full guard.
Washington scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1# Washington is in close to Savitaipale's body, working some short punches and elbows. Washington working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Savitaipale's head. Savitaipale trying to control the position.
Washington loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Savitaipale wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Washington avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Washington distracts Savitaipale with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Washington lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB# Savitaipale is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Washington landing with the ground and pound. Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Savitaipale had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Washington defends it easily. Washington wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving. #T2# Savitaipale wants to sweep but no luck. Washington postures up and lands a big shot to Savitaipale's brow. Washington scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB# Savitaipale is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Washington avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Washington lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Washington trying to control but Savitaipale is working from the bottom. Savitaipale bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Washington's guard. #REVR# Savitaipale with a nice head shot there. Washington pulls Savitaipale in close to prevent any damage. #T3# Washington utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Savitaipale keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Washington's head. Savitaipale showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Savitaipale postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Savitaipale trying to control the position from guard on top but Washington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Savitaipale wants to pass the guard but Washington is keeping the position.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Savitaipale throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB# Savitaipale drops back, looking for a kneebar! Washington looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Washington looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Washington! #REVB# Washington cracks Savitaipale with a big elbow. Savitaipale tries to get back to half guard but can't. Washington is looking to take a break and control but Savitaipale is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Savitaipale is trying to get back to half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Washington wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savitaipale keeps working. Washington might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Savitaipale haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Savitaipale tries to buck Washington off but Washington is having none of it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Washington misses the shot to the body. Savitaipale throws a hook but Washington avoids it easily. Savitaipale tests Washington's chin there with a solid looking shot. Savitaipale looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Washington is fending him off so far but Savitaipale persists. Nope, Washington circles away and we're back to standing. Savitaipale rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Washington to counter with a crisp jab. Savitaipale misses with a wild combination.
Washington staying out of range there.#TD2# Washington scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2# Washington is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Savitaipale is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Washington scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB# Savitaipale is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Washington pulls his head out easily. Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Washington has control of the leg. #T1# Savitaipale is refusing to be controlled, as Washington sits in half guard. #SUB2# Savitaipale is defending against the submission attempts here by Washington.
Washington prevents Savitaipale from improving his position.#SUB# Savitaipale looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Washington seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Savitaipale does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Ground and pound from Washington. Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Washington has control of the leg. Savitaipale tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Washington has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T2# Savitaipale is looking to get to half guard. Washington lands with some strikes. Washington looking to control but Savitaipale is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Savitaipale sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Savitaipale is looking to improve his position.
Savitaipale is pressing down on Washington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Washington engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Washington wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving. #T3# Washington content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Savitaipale is trying to keep Washington in close.
Washington sitting in guard, not really doing much. Washington with a nice head shot there.#SUB# Savitaipale has his foot on Washington's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Washington works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Savitaipale working for a triangle but Washington defends it easily.
Washington stopping the sweep attempt from Savitaipale. Washington cracks Savitaipale with a solid left hand. Washington postures up.
#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Savitaipale is looking for a triangle but Washington pushes his legs off easily.
Washington postures up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Washington wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving. Washington slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. You can see the frustration on Savitaipale's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Washington working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Washington connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Savitaipale some visible discomfort.
Savitaipale manages to work his way to half guard, despite Washington's best efforts. Savitaipale is looking for a sweep. Washington is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Washington controlling the action here. Washington prevents Savitaipale from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Washington 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! Samuel Washington thanked the fans post fight for their support. Atte Savitaipale was interviewed post fight and said 'Better man won..Respect to him!Gonna choke him back stage..'.
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Event:
WFC 14:Wolf vs Iceberg
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1# Washington moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Washington takes one to the chin there. Gold lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Washington defending well as Gold loads up on a big left hand. Washington shapes to counter with a head kick. A clash of legs there as Washington blocks the low kick. Washington avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD2# Washington manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gold on his heels. He'll look to pass Gold's guard now, I'm sure. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Gold utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Washington preventing the sweep. Gold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Washington looking to sit in guard and control but Gold gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Gold wants to stand but Washington is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1# Washington trying to control the position.
Gold tries to stand but Washington is controlling from the bottom. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Washington wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Washington has a closed guard, preventing Gold from standing up. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Gold throws a series of strikes that have Washington backpedaling.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gold.
Washington fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Washington throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gold on the side of the head. Gold throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2# and Washington counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Gold has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Washington is working away from the top position though.#T3# Washington wants to take a breather but Gold is having none of it. Gold moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Washington throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Washington trying to control but Gold is working from the bottom. Gold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Washington is one step ahead there. Washington throws a strike but Gold rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T4# Gold would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Washington tries to land a sweep but no joy. Washington has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Washington trying to keep a closed guard but Gold is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Washington pulls Gold in close to prevent any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Liquid Gold dominated that round. That's time! Gold's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Gold uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
Gold lands a high kick!
Washington throws a body kick that misses and Gold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Gold uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
Gold avoids the head kick by Washington.
#KD# Gold drops Washington with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Washington looks back up at him and smiles so Gold waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC# Washington is rocked!#CUT# It looks like Samuel Washington has been cut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gold drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Washington's head, knocking him out cold! Gold is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Liquid Gold! Our winner, Liquid Gold, 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:
DFN#23 Pearson vs Von Ketler
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Campobello clinches up against the cage.#BC2# Washington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Washington throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campobello sees it coming and avoids it easily. A jab from Washington does it's job there. Campobello avoids the body shot from Washington.
Campobello tries to counter by clinching up but Washington breaks away and moves out of range.#CL# Campobello clinches up against the cage. Campobello working aggressively here.
Washington lands a right hand. Campobello lands with a light punch inside. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Campobello takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Washington tries to break the clinch but Campobello is controlling the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Campobello slows down the pace here.
Campobello lands a hook to the side of the head. Campobello misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1# A left hand lands to the body for Campobello.
A nice left hand lands by Campobello.
Campobello tries to stall but Washington uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Campobello working some nice short punches in the clinch. Campobello misses with a hook to the ribs.
Campobello lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Campobello working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Campobello lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Washington misses with a body punch.
Campobello just leaning against Washington, taking a breather. Washington dodges an elbow strike from Campobello.
Campobello stalls. Washington is trying to break free. Campobello using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Washington has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Campobello creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Washington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Campobello using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Washington has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Campobello. #T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Campobello misses with some punches.
Washington lands with a left to the head. Washington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Still in the clinch, Washington scores with a nice short uppercut. Campobello gets through Washington's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A short right from Campobello. Washington tries to throw a body punch but Campobello avoids it by throwing Washington back against the cage. Campobello taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Washington scores with a shot to the side of Campobello's head. Campobello lands a right hand. Campobello pushes off an throws an elbow but Washington leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Washington dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Campobello has Washington pressed against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Campobello. Campobello's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! The referee calls for Campobello to work.
#T3# Campobello taking a breather. Washington is trying to break the clinch but Campobello has him pressed against the cage. Campobello pushes Washington back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Campobello with a knee to the head.
Campobello lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Washington backwards. Washington takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT# It looks like Samuel Washington has been cut.#BC2# Washington breaks the clinch.
Washington misses with a body shot
#CL# and Campobello counters by clinching up. Campobello blocking some punches.
#BC2# Washington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Campobello gets in close and instigates a clinch. Washington misses with the head strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4# Washington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Campobello blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Campobello stalling against the cage.
Washington pushes Campobello back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Campobello - that landed with a thud.
Campobello lands a nice shot to the body. Washington swings wildly with an uppercut but Campobello uses good head movement to avoid it. Washington is trying to break free. Washington is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Campobello is keeping busy. Campobello is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Campobello lands a hook to the side of the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sam Campobello dominated that round. The cut man is working on Samuel Washington's cut. That's time! Campobello's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Campobello looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Washington is fending him off so far but Campobello persists. Nope, Washington circles away and we're back to standing. Campobello takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Washington lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Washington misses the jab. As Washington looks to move away, Campobello throws a big counter combo but Washington just gets out of the way. Washington misses with an uppercut. Campobello on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Campobello tries to clinch but fails miserably and Washington counters with a straight right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Campobello takes a body punch but keeps moving. Campobello with a poor takedown and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. Campobello keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Washington misses the shot to the body. #T1# Washington ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campobello moves away. Campobello is looking to counter the offense by Washington and move into the clinch. Samuel Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Campobello moves in looking to clinch but Washington pushes him off. Washington misses the shot to the body. #CL# Campobello rushes Washington and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Washington content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Washington lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Campobello manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Washington stalling in the clinch.
Campobello working aggressively here.
Washington trying to stall but Campobello improves his position.
Washington lands a nice shot to the body. #T2# Washington is trying to force a seperation but Campobello has the dominant position. Washington tries to throw a body punch but Campobello avoids it by throwing Washington back against the cage. Washington lands with a short head shot on the inside. Campobello lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Washington backwards. Campobello with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Campobello is looking to control Washington's arms but Washington gets an underhook and turns him. Now Campobello has his back to the cage. Campobello taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Campobello throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Washington blocks it with crossed arms. Campobello misses with a hook to the ribs.
Washington swings wildly with an uppercut but Campobello uses good head movement to avoid it. Campobello misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Washington in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Washington lands a left hand.
Washington misses with a hook from the clinch. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Campobello swings wildly with an uppercut but Washington uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Washington. Campobello effectively controlling the action here.#T3# Washington is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Campobello. Campobello connects with a knee to the head.
Campobello lands an uppercut. Washington is trying to push Campobello away but Campobello has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. A head punch on the inside from Washington fails to land. Washington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch on the inside from Campobello fails to land. Washington managing to block the knees to the body from Campobello.
Campobello throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2# Washington breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Campobello is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Washington can do to turn this around? A telegraphed takedown attempt from Campobello is defended easily by Washington. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam Campobello. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4# Washington with a nice cross. Campobello tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Washington manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Campobello slips a jab from Washington.#CL# Campobello closes the distance and clinches. Campobello lands with a left to the head. Washington lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Campobello backwards. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Campobello swings wildly with an uppercut but Washington uses good head movement to avoid it. Campobello lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Washington or not. Campobello with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Samuel Washington's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round! #R3# Campobello tries to clinch but fails miserably and Washington counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Campobello on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Washington. Washington obviously looking to wear him down.
Campobello tries to close the distance and clinch but Washington swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. A countering left hand to the body from Washington misses. Washington throws a hook to the side of Campobello's head but Campobello sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Campobello uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
#CL# Campobello gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. A head punch on the inside from Campobello fails to land. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington working some nice short punches in the clinch. Washington is trying to break free. Campobello lands a knee to the head.
Washington's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Washington managing to block the knees to the body from Campobello.
Washington misses with the head strike.
#T1# Washington letting Campobello take a breather here.#BC2# Washington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Washington misses with a wild combination.
Campobello seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campobello.
Campobello looks to score with a jab to the body but Washington is just out of range. Washington cracks Campobello with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Campobello is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Washington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Sam Campobello is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Campobello keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Washington. Campobello seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2# The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campobello checks a leg kick. Washington misses with a combination
and Campobello counters with a one-two to the body. Washington throws a right hand that Campobello ducks under and follows up with a left that Campobello also avoids with ease. Washington is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Campobello rather than just go for the knockout. Washington avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Campobello closes the distance but Washington moves to the side and Washington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Campobello misses with a right hand and Washington counters with a nice body kick.
Campobello is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3# Washington looks to land a right hand but Campobello moved out of range. Washington lands a jab to Campobello's midsection. Campobello scores with a jab to the body. Washington tried to score with a low kick but Campobello checks it. Washington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Campobello. Washington connects with a solid leg kick. Washington just misses with a punch to the body.
Washington lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Washington punishes Campobello's body with a nice straight punch.#T4# Campobello cracks a nice hook into Washington's ribs. Campobello takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Washington walks into a stiff left hand from Campobello. Washington avoids a punch combination nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action! Washington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Washington circles away from the clinch attempt.
Washington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD# Campobello shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Washington is trying to defend but Campobello finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Campobello not doing much here.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Washington has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29 Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! A victorious Samuel Washington 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 12, 2017 |
#R1# Washington thumps Kulkunen with a low kick. Washington moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Washington misses with a body kick. Kulkunen tries to land a front kick but Washington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Washington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kulkunen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Washington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kulkunen was well out of range. Poor timing from Washington. Kulkunen tries to counter with a takedown but Washington is quick to defend against it. Washington jabs at Kulkunen's body. Washington tries a head kick but it misses.
As Washington looks to move away, Kulkunen throws a big counter combo but Washington just gets out of the way. Kulkunen shoots in for a takedown but Washington shows good takedown defense. Washington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kulkunen shoots and misses and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! Kulkunen misses with a head kick.
Washington looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Kulkunen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Washington misses with a body punch
and Kulkunen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1# Kulkunen shoots in for a takedown but Washington shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Veikko Kulkunen. That's going to take a lot out of him. Washington throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Kulkunen misses with a kick to the body and Washington counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Washington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Washington is looking to slow Kulkunen down with leg kicks. Washington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kulkunen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Washington swings for the body but Kulkunen moves out of range.
Washington thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kulkunen if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice takedown defense from Washington. No joy for Kulkunen on that attempt. Washington throws a big counter head kick but Kulkunen avoids it with no problem.#T2# Kulkunen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD# Kulkunen shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Washington napping and manages to drive through into side control! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Washington stops Kulkunen from passing to mount. Kulkunen postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Washington is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Kulkunen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Kulkunen throws a strike but Washington avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Kulkunen is stalling in the full guard. Washington keeping moving, preventing Kulkunen from controlling successfully. #T3# Kulkunen's corner is telling him to maintain position. Kulkunen passes easily into side control. Nice work. Kulkunen creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Washington sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB# Kulkunen goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Washington has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kulkunen but great work by Washington. Kulkunen tries to buck Washington off but Washington is having none of it. Kulkunen manages to get back to half guard. Washington tries to pass to full mount but Kulkunen defends it. Kulkunen tries to get to full guard but Washington has control of the leg. #T4# Washington tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kulkunen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Kulkunen moves into full guard.
#SUB# Kulkunen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Washington defends well. Kulkunen wants to sweep here but Washington controlling him for the moment. Kulkunen trying to strike off his back.
Washington looking to pass the guard. Kulkunen 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. Kulkunen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Kulkunen moves out of range of the strikes. Kulkunen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Washington tries to avoid it but Kulkunen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Washington to the ground. Washington escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Washington digs a good body shot into Kulkunen's ribs. Washington jabs Kulkunen right on the nose. Kulkunen blinks but takes it well. Washington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Washington takes a swing at Kulkunen's ribcage but misses. Washington is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kulkunen rather than just go for the knockout. Kulkunen fails with the takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice jab there from Washington. Washington pushes Kulkunen away with a front kick.#T1# Washington just misses with a punch to the body.
Kulkunen looks to throw a body kick letting Washington counter with a right hand. Washington with a jab. Kulkunen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Washington sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Veikko Kulkunen. That's going to take a lot out of him. Washington fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Samuel Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kulkunen avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Washington avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Washington is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kulkunen with a body shot. Washington throws a nice head kick!
Washington lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kulkunen circles away quickly and effectively. Kulkunen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Washington circles away.#T2##TD# Kulkunen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! You can see the frustration on Washington's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Kulkunen throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB# Kulkunen tries for a kimura but Washington is defending well. Washington is looking for a sweep. Kulkunen tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Kulkunen sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Washington is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T3# Kulkunen trying to control the position but Washington is working away. Washington tries to buck Kulkunen off but Kulkunen is having none of it. Washington keeps trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kulkunen tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Kulkunen wants to control but Washington is keeping him busy. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Washington takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Kulkunen wants to take a breather but Washington manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Kulkunen. #T4# Washington working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kulkunen. Kulkunen wants to control from the top but Washington keeps moving. Kulkunen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Kulkunen wants to pass the guard but Washington is keeping the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kulkunen advances position into side control! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! 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# Washington digs a good body shot into Kulkunen's ribs. Kulkunen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Kulkunen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Kulkunen fails with a takedown attempt from distance. A countering left hand to the body from Washington misses. Kulkunen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily letting Washington counter with a right hand. Good leg kick by Washington there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kulkunen fails with a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Veikko Kulkunen. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kulkunen blocks a leg kick.#T1# Washington connects with a solid leg kick. Kulkunen darts in looking for a takedown but Washington gets double underhooks and turns Kulkunen into the cage. Washington cracks Kulkunen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Kulkunen shoots and misses and Washington makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Kulkunen really felt that one! Kulkunen has his takedown stuffed letting Washington counter with a right hand. Washington looks to score with a jab to the body but Kulkunen is just out of range. Washington lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Washington misses with a looping left. Kulkunen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Washington tries to avoid it but Kulkunen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Washington to the ground. Washington escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Washington is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kulkunen with a body shot.#T2# Kulkunen throws a combination that misses and Washington counters with an outside leg kick.
Washington connects with a leg kick. Kulkunen looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Kulkunen tries to score with a low kick but Washington moves his leg out of the way. Kulkunen dives in and grabs Washington's left leg, looking for a takedown. Washington pushes down on Kulkunen's head and hops out. Kulkunen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action! Washington avoids the head kick by Kulkunen.
Washington is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kulkunen with a body shot. Washington lands the left hand. Washington scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Washington keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3# A slow jab from Washington misses its intended target. #TD# Kulkunen shoots in and gets a takedown into Washington's guard. Kulkunen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Kulkunen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Kulkunen scoring with punches to the head and body. Kulkunen controlling from the top position. Kulkunen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4# Kulkunen throws a big elbow that misses. Veikko Kulkunen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Kulkunen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Kulkunen is working hard here to advance position. Washington working a defensive guard but Kulkunen passes into half guard.
Kulkunen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Kulkunen wants to free his trapped foot but Washington is holding on for dear life with his legs. Veikko Kulkunen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kulkunen thows a huge punch but Washington dodges it nicely.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Washington 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30 Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! Samuel Washington thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2017 |
#R1# A looping hook to the body misses from Swift . Washington does a little dance to reset his feet. Washington scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Swift falls off balance throwing a combination
and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Washington takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Swift takes a shot right to the bread basket. Swift looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swift throws a body kick that misses and Washington counters with a left to the body. Washington fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Donk. Washington catches Swift right on the button with a cross.#T1# Swift misses with a combination
and Washington finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Swift looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Washington ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Washington moves into range and connects with a jab. Swift takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Swift just misses with a punch to the body.
Swift throws a lazy head kick and Washington counters with a head kick. Nice body kick there by Washington. Washington digs a good hook to Swift 's body.
#T2# Swift swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Washington to counter with a crisp jab. Swift misses with a leg kick and Washington counters with a low kick, right behind Swift 's knee. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nice shot lands for Washington. Washington lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swift at a distance.
Washington comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. A low kick from Swift is predictable there and Swift takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Swift misses with a jab to the body
and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Washington connects with an inside leg kick. A cross from Washington lands. Washington with a nice cross.#T3# Washington tests Swift 's chin there with a solid looking shot. Washington is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Washington scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Swift doesn't seem bothered though. Washington lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swift at a distance.
Swift has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Swift there as he acknowledges the shot. Washington lands a slapping body shot.
Washington throws a head kick that Swift semi-blocks.
Washington is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4# Swift takes a body punch but keeps moving. Washington lands with a cross. This has been an exciting period of action! Washington clobbers Swift with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Swift falls off balance throwing a combination
and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Washington blocks a low kick nicely. A quick step to the side and Washington tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Swift throws a head kick that misses and Washington counters with a left to the body. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Washington, as that shot connected.
Swift throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Swift on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Washington. Washington obviously looking to wear him down.
Swift walks into a straight right hand from Washington. Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swift stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Swift throws a combination that misses and Washington counters with a left to the body. Washington fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Washington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Swift takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Samuel Washington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington looks to land a combination. Swift sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Washington catches Swift with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Swift misses with the combination.
Washington swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1# Swift throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Mike Swift is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A low kick from Swift misses and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Washington connects with a high kick. Washington throws a shot to the body.
Swift has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Swift there as he acknowledges the shot. Swift misses with an uppercut
and Washington counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Swift misses with a kick to the body and Washington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2# Washington lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. A solid leg kick lands there for Washington.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Swift walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Washington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Swift can do to turn this around? Swift takes one to the chin there. Swift has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Swift on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Swift walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Swift misses with a head kick.
Swift takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Washington scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3# Washington swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Swift . Washington connects with a leg kick. Swift looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Swift misses with a double jab.
Nice jab there from Washington. Washington lands a jab. Swift looks to land a body kick but Washington moved away. Washington went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Swift misses with a combination
and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Swift takes a kick to the side of the head.#T4# Washington cracks Swift with a right hand to the side of the head. Swift throws a head kick that misses and Washington counters with a straight right hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Swift on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Washington. Washington obviously looking to wear him down.
Washington digs a good body shot into Swift 's ribs. Swift swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Washington counters with a left to the body. A nice leg kick lands there from Washington. Washington throws a shot to the body.
Washington scores with the left hand. Swift knows he should have avoided that one. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Washington fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Swift . Washington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swift throws out the jab. Washington throws a series of strikes that have Swift backpedaling.
#CUT# It looks like Mike Swift has been cut. Good standup being displayed there by Swift as he connects with a hook. Swift has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Washington. Swift throws a lazy head kick and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Swift thows a leg kick but Washington checks it and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Washington throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Washington's corner calls for a 1-2. Washington obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1# Swift falls off balance throwing a combination
and Washington counters with a thumping low kick. A chopping leg kick lands by Washington. Swift throws a head kick but Washington moves out of range.
Washington scores with a body shot.
Swift doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Washington connects with a body shot that sends Swift 's belly button to the back. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Washington. Washington fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Swift looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2# Washington lands a high kick!
Washington lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington throws a quick inside leg kick. Washington scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Swift chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Washington can pounce on him.
Washington lands a right hook to the body.
Swift takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Swift throws a sloppy head kick and Washington counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Swift takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3# Swift on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Washington works Swift 's body with a nice hook. Washington is looking to slow Swift down with leg kicks. Washington lands with a nice body punch. Washington jabs at Swift 's body. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Washington. Swift throws a leg kick that is checked and Washington counters with a slapping leg kick. The crowd cheers as Washington lands an impressive looking overhand right. Swift doesn't seem phased though. Swift throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Washington swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4# Washington scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Swift doesn't seem bothered though. Washington scores with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action! Swift swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Samuel Washington is winning the standup battle so far. Swift takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Good shot there by Washington. Swift closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. A thudding body kick lands there by Washington!
Mike Swift has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Samuel Washington is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Swift throws a lazy head kick and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington showed his dominance in that final round. Well Washington 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:24 Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:26 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! After winning the bout, Samuel Washington thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1# No luck for Williams with that takedown attempt. Williams tries to close the distance and clinch up but Washington swats him away and circles back towards the center. Washington fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Williams shoots and misses and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Williams with a lazy takedown attempt and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Samuel Washington has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Williams. Williams has his takedown stuffed and Washington counters with a nice leg kick. Williams fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Washington avoids it really well and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Williams tries for a takedown but Washington circles away easily letting Washington counter with a right hand. #T1# No luck with that takedown attempt from Williams. Williams fails with the takedown and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Washington, as that shot connected.
Williams misses with a takedown and Washington counters with a one-two to the body. Williams tries to clinch up. Washington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Williams takes a shot right to the bread basket. Washington lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Washington lands with a kick to the temple. Williams shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #ROC# Williams is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Washington lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Williams at a distance.
Williams is still on wobbly legs! Can Washington finish him?#T2# Williams shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Washington counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Williams looks winded! Nice uppercut lands for Washington. That snapped Williams's head back.
Williams shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Washington is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Washington cracks a nice hook into Williams's ribs. Williams shoots in but no luck this time. Williams seems to have recovered his senses. Williams walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Williams takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Washington fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Donk. Washington catches Williams right on the button with a cross. Washington lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3# Washington lands a nice shot to the body.
Williams gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Washington counters with a straight right hand. Washington scores with a nice strike. Washington connects with a body shot that sends Williams's belly button to the back. Williams with a poor takedown and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Washington scores with a jab. Williams acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Washington throws an overhand right that drops Williams like a sack of potatoes! Washington dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Washington! An out of breath Samuel Washington 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:
DUEL#68 Muller vs Virastuk
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Pasha gets a double leg takedown into Washington's guard. Pasha trying to control but Washington is working from the bottom. Washington looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Washington is on top in guard.
#REVR# Pasha wants to sweep but no luck. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Pasha looking to control.
Pasha wants to sweep here but Washington controlling him for the moment. Washington is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1##SUB2# Washington avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pasha controls Washington momentarily but Washington frees himself. Pasha keeping moving, preventing Washington from controlling successfully. Washington stands up over Pasha, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2# Pasha is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Washington has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Pasha wants to sweep but no luck. Pasha keeping moving, preventing Washington from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Pasha working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Washington doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Washington manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2# Washington working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pasha's head. Washington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Washington working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pasha's head. Washington stands up over Pasha, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Washington trying to control but Pasha is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Pasha is looking for a triangle but Washington pushes his legs off easily.
Pasha is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2# Pasha is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Washington is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# Pasha is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Washington is aware though and is defending well. Pasha wants to sweep here but Washington controlling him for the moment. Washington controlling from the top position. #T3# Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Pasha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Pasha tries to land a sweep but no joy. Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Pasha is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Washington lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2# Pasha is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Washington rolls with it to try and escape but Pasha cranks on the arm and Washington is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ali Pasha! After winning the bout, Ali Pasha thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2017 |
#R1# Washington catches Putski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Putski throws a low kick, looking for Washington's leg but Washington calmly moves out of range. Washington looks to land a combination but Putski avoids it well. Putski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Washington defends it well. Putski doesn't manage to clinch there - Washington circles away.
Washington misses with a wild body shot. Washington connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Washington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big right from Washington misses. Washington thuds his right hand into Putski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Samuel Washington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1# Washington lands with a cross. Washington looks to land a combination but Putski avoids it well. Putski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Samuel Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Washington throws a body shot but no joy. A cross from Washington lands. A shot to the liver by Washington. Beautiful body shot. Washington swats away the attempt to clinch by Putski. Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Putski.
Putski throws a counter combo.#T2# Putski is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Washington lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Putski misses with a right hand and Washington counters with a right hand to the body. Washington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Washington connects with a body shot that sends Putski's belly button to the back.#T3# Washington throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Putski's head. Putski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Washington's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Putski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Washington scrambles back to his feet. Putski shoots in looking for a takedown but Washington manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Putski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Washington jabs Putski to the body, keeping him at a distance. Putski throws a low kick but Washington avoids it. A quick step to the side and Washington tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Putski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4# Washington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Putski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Washington looks to throw the jab but Putski is out of range. Washington throws a head kick but Putski moves out of range.
Putski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Washington checks a leg kick. Putski throws a right hand that misses
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Washington is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington defending well as Putski loads up on a big left hand. A little feinted left hand from Washington on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Putski.
Putski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Washington wants to clinch#TD2# and Putski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Washington won't be happy with that. Washington gets back to half guard. Washington slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Putski preventing the sweep. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2# Putski stands up and waves to Washington to follow him. #T1# A head kick misses from Washington. As Washington backs off Putski throws a huge counter combo but Washington manages to avoid it all. A chopping leg kick lands by Washington. Washington shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Washington throws a jab when Putski was well out of range. Putski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Washington misses with an uppercut. Putski saw that one coming. And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out. Washington swings for the body but Putski moves out of range.
Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2# Washington cracks Putski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Washington throws the left hand but Putski avoids the punch easily. Washington defending well as Putski loads up on a big left hand. Putski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out. Putski takes a shot right to the bread basket. Washington throws a leg kick #TD2# and Putski counters with a single leg into guard. Washington didn't expect that. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Putski is one step ahead there. #T3##SU2# Putski stands up from guard. Let's bang! Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Washington misses with the body kick and Putski counters with a nice uppercut. Putski fails in his attempt to clinch. Washington appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Putski connects with a solid leg kick. #T4# Putski throws a leg kick that is checked and Washington counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Putski jabs Washington right on the nose. Washington blinks but takes it well. Washington misses with the body kick#TD2# and Putski counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2# Putski decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Washington, up you get! Washington lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington throws a hook to the side of Putski's head but Putski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Washington looks for the body kick but Putski saw that one coming. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Samuel Washington will probably get the nod. That's time! Washington's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Putski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Washington sees it coming and avoids it easily. Washington appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Washington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A quick step to the side and Washington tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. A leg kick checked by Putski. Putski pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Washington misses with a straight right. Putski only half commits to the counter leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington lands with a thumping leg kick.
Washington lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Putski circles away quickly and effectively. Washington throws a front kick aimed at Putski's knee but Putski avoids it well. Putski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1# Washington is looking to chop away at Putski's legs. Putski wants to counter with a clinch but Washington pushes him away. Putski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Washington. Washington checks a leg kick nicely. Samuel Washington is winning the standup battle so far. Putski throws a right and a left that both miss. Washington getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Washington throws a hook to the side of Putski's head but Putski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Putski! But no joy. Washington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2# Washington dips to his left and cracks Putski with an uppercut! Putski closes the distance looking to clinch and Washington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ivan Putski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Putski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
Putski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Washington. A low kick from Putski is predictable there and Washington counters with a head kick. A looping hook to the body misses from Washington. Putski does a little dance to reset his feet. Washington backing away here, and Putski unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3# Washington connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Washington lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Putski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Washington misses with an uppercut. Putski saw that one coming. Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Washington lands with a right hand. Washington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Putski was well out of range. Poor timing from Washington. Putski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Washington defends it well. Washington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Putski can do to turn this around?#T4# Washington misses the shot to the body. And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out. Putski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Washington cracks Putski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Putski throws a half hearted mid kick. Putski misses with a takedown #CL# and Washington counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Samuel Washington is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Putski misses with some punches.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Washington, 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:28 Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27 Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! Our winner, Samuel Washington, 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. The defeated Ivan Putski had this to say: 'Ok, next time. '.
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Event:
Old Fogies 1
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Spleeth drives through with a takedown into guard. Washington keeping full guard, as Spleeth tries to pass. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Washington is on top in guard.
#REVB# Spleeth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Washington works a leg free and moves into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Spleeth wants to improve his position but Washington is controlling well.
Washington sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Spleeth defending well though. #T1# Spleeth gets back to full guard.
#SUB# Spleeth throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Spleeth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Spleeth 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. Washington trying to control but Spleeth is working from the bottom. Washington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Washington looking to sit in guard and control but Spleeth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2# Washington manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Spleeth manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Washington's corner is telling him to maintain position. Spleeth has momentary wrist control but Washington slips an elbow through the middle. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Spleeth is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Spleeth controlling the action here. Spleeth has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3# Washington tries to lock up and control but Spleeth gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Spleeth can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Washington is looking to escape. #SUB# Spleeth swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Washington is now in Spleeth's guard. A big mistake from Spleeth there, giving up the dominant position! Spleeth managing to control the position. #T4##SUB# Washington got a little sloppy there for a moment and Spleeth has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Washington has managed to get both his arms back between Spleeth's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Spleeth is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Washington defends well. Spleeth manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Washington manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB# Spleeth postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Washington is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Spleeth, into his guard. #REVB# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Washington looking to sit in guard and control but Spleeth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yancy Spleeth dominated that round. That's time! Spleeth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Spleeth shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Washington pinned against the cage. Washington gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. A nice leg kick lands there from Washington. Spleeth shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Washington defends it nicely. Spleeth shoots and misses and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yancy Spleeth. That's going to take a lot out of him. Spleeth misses with a takedown and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington slaps away a takedown attempt from Spleeth, before circling back to the center of the mat. Spleeth fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Spleeth with a lazy takedown attempt and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. #T1# Washington feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Spleeth's calf. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Washington throws a big shot that misses. Spleeth fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Washington avoids it really well and circles away. Washington tries to counter with a clinch but Spleeth shakes him off and moves away.#CL2# Washington rushes Spleeth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Spleeth can't get the takedown.
Washington misses with a short punch on the inside. Washington throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Spleeth has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Washington avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Washington digs a right hand into Spleeth's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Spleeth's gas tank. Washington lands a nice uppercut. Washington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spleeth is looking for a takedown.#T2# Washington lands a shoulder strike. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Washington. Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Washington is leaning against Spleeth and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Washington lands on the inside with an uppercut. Washington lands with a short head shot on the inside. 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! Washington tries to work over Spleeth's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Washington gets underhooks to prevent Spleeth's takedown attempt.
Spleeth drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Washington gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Washington pushes Spleeth back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Washington tries to throw a body punch but Spleeth avoids it by throwing Washington back against the cage. Spleeth has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Washington after a bit of a struggle. Spleeth has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Washington is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Washington lands a body punch. Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3# Spleeth looking for a takedown. Washington stalling the fight.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Washington takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Spleeth has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Washington after a bit of a struggle. Washington digs a right hand underneath Spleeth's ribcage. Spleeth let out a lung full of air as it connected. Washington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Washington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Washington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spleeth wants a takedown.
Samuel Washington seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Washington lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spleeth backwards. Spleeth drops down looking for an ankle pick but Washington pulls his leg out and moves away.
Washington connects with a looping right hand.
A solid body kick from Washington. #T4# Spleeth with a lazy takedown attempt and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Washington.
Spleeth has his takedown stuffed and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2# Spleeth is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Washington lands a front kick. Washington cracks Spleeth with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Oh Spleeth is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Spleeth tries for a takedown but Washington circles away easily and Washington counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Washington drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Spleeth right on the button. Spleeth goes down! Washington follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Washington gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Washington! A victorious Samuel Washington 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 30, 2017 |
#R1# Washington punishes Run's body with a nice straight punch. Washington connects with a nice looking jab.
Run shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Washington as he avoids it easily. Washington cracks a nice hook into Run's ribs. Run has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Washington. Nice straight punches there by Washington. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Washington. Run takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Run looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Washington tries to counter with a clinch but Run shakes him off and moves away. Washington lands a slapping body shot.
Washington scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1# Run shoots and misses and Washington counters with a straight right hand. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hit Run. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Washington rushes Run and presses him up against the cage. Washington lands a right hand. Run jumps guard but Washington stands there with Run around his waist. Run gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Washington lands a shoulder strike. Nice body punch from Washington. Washington is leaning against Run and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Run tries to pull guard but Washington holds him up against the cage and eventually Run drops back down to his feet.
Run tries to pull guard but Washington forces him back to his feet, against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Washington. Washington lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Washington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Run backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Run drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Washington gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Washington lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2# Washington lands on the inside with an uppercut. Run tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Washington manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Washington pushes Run back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Run takes a shot to the head. Washington scores with a shot to the side of Run's head. Run fails to pull guard.
Run tries to pull guard but Washington won't allow it.
Washington lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Run. Run is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Washington to keep the fight standing. Run is breathing heavily. Run takes a shot to the head. A nice left hand lands by Washington.
A short body shot lands from Washington as the two fighters clinch.
Washington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Run backwards. Washington scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2# Run is rocked! Washington digs a right hand underneath Run's ribcage. Run let out a lung full of air as it connected. Oh Run is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3# Washington scores with an uppercut up the middle. Good body shot from Washington.
Run seems to have got his legs back now. Washington lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Washington lands with a short shot to the head. A short right from Washington. Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Washington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Run backwards. Run is trying to pull guard but Washington turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Washington works on Run's body with a couple of short punches. Good body shot from Washington.
Washington lands on the inside with an uppercut. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington cracks Run with a nice body shot. Washington lands a shot to the body. Washington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Washington scores with an uppercut up the middle. Still in the clinch, Washington scores with a nice short uppercut. Washington is stalling here.
Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4# Run is trying to pull guard but Washington turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Washington lands a shoulder strike. Washington digs a right hand into Run's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Run's gas tank. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Washington creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Washington pushes Run back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Stalling in the clinch from Washington.
Washington lands a right hand. Washington scores with a shot to the side of Run's head. Washington lands a nice shot to the body. The referee is keeping an eye on Washington - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Washington lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Washington lands a body shot. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Washington lands a left hand.
A short right from Washington. Washington lands a shot to the body. Washington lands a body shot in the clinch.
Washington digs a right hand underneath Run's ribcage. Run let out a lung full of air as it connected. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Run takes a shot right to the bread basket. Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Run has his takedown stuffed and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. Run has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Washington. Run misses with a takedown and Washington counters with a straight right hand. Run misses with a takedown and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hit Run. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington throws a leg kick which misses Run's front leg but catches the back leg as Run tries to avoid it. Washington scores with a one two! Run had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T1# Run misses with a takedown and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Washington fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Washington delivers a nice body kick. Run takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Hit Run seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Run misses with a left hand and Washington counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Run rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Washington counters with a straight right hand. Run takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Washington lands a jab.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Washington enables Run to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Washington manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Washington is pulling down on Run's head to control his posture. Washington bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Run's guard. #REVB# Washington looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Washington is continuing to stall. Washington pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Run is keeping the position for now. #T3# Washington is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Washington landing with the ground and pound. Washington connects with a couple of short punches. Washington has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Washington pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Run is keeping the position for now. Washington controlling from the top position. Washington postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Washington is stalling in the full guard. The adventures of Washington the control monster continue. Boring. Run utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Washington trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Samuel Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Run with a poor takedown and Washington counters with an inside leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Run takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Washington has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Washington with a jab. Washington cracks Run with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Run shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Washington as he avoids it easily. Washington now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Run drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Washington throws a good cross that connects.
Run doesn't succeed with the takedown and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Samuel Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup. Run shoots for a takedown but Washington saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Washington throws a counter combo. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hit Run. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Nice body punch from Washington. Run takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Washington defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Run. Washington fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Run. Washington digs a good body shot into Run's ribs. Good exchange - Washington coming out on top. Washington scores with a jab to the head.
Washington scores with a leg kick.
Washington cracks Run with a good jab. Washington fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2##CL2# Washington closes the distance and clinches. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A quick uppercut on the inside from Washington. Nice body punch from Washington. Still in the clinch, Washington scores with a nice short uppercut. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Run jumps guard but Washington stands there with Run around his waist. Run gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Washington lands a hook to the side of the head. Run jumps guard but Washington stands there with Run around his waist. Run gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Run is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Washington to keep the fight standing. Washington lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Run. Run's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Washington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Run backwards. Washington unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Run! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Washington is unloading with more strikes now! Run drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Washington! A very excited looking Samuel Washington 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:
Syn 485 - Joaquin v Vinetto IV
Date: Nov 18, 2016 |
#R1##TD# Blake shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Washington napping and manages to drive through into side control! Washington wants to get back to his feet but Blake is dominant here and he's now got Washington's back! Blake trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Washington covering up well under a barage of strikes. Blake trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Washington doesn't escape. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Blake has managed to slip his arm under Washington's chin. This could be all over... yep, Washington is tapping out! Submission win for Blake.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). William Blake! A relieved looking William Blake 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 10, 2016 |
#R1# Bokhorst looks to land a left hand but Washington moved out of range nicely. It seemed like Washington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Washington slips under a jab. Washington slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Washington wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Washington connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Washington is looking to land body kicks. Washington stuffs the takedown attempt from Bokhorst. Bokhorst gets slowly back to his feet. Bokhorst swings away with a body shot that misses
and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Washington throws a leg kick which misses Bokhorst's front leg but catches the back leg as Bokhorst tries to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington ducks under a wild hook from Bokhorst. Washington looks like he wants to counter punch here. Bokhorst looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A good leg kick by Washington. Washington stuffs the takedown attempt from Bokhorst. Bokhorst gets slowly back to his feet. A punch lands to the side of Washington 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1# Washington tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bokhorst manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bokhorst.
Bokhorst takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Bokhorst throws a head kick that misses. A low kick from Bokhorst misses #TD2# and Washington counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bokhorst! Bokhorst is trying to improve his position. Washington scoring with punches and elbows. Bokhorst is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Washington off and has taken his back! Washington looking very determined here, making life difficult for Bokhorst.
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!#T2# You can see the frustration on Washington's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Bokhorst is controlling the position but Washington somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Bokhorst is trying to control. Washington wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Washington is looking for a sweep. Bokhorst is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Washington slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Bokhorst engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Bokhorst pushing down on Washington's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3##SUB# Bokhorst is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bokhorst thows a huge punch but Washington dodges it nicely.
#ES2# Washington kicks Bokhorst off and gets back to his feet. Bokhorst dives in and grabs Washington's left leg, looking for a takedown. Washington pushes down on Bokhorst's head and hops out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maarten Bokhorst. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bokhorst throws a big shot that misses. A little jabbing left from Washington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Washington checks a leg kick. Nice sprawl there from Washington as Bokhorst shoots in.#T4# Bokhorst takes one to the chin there. Bokhorst lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bokhorst throws a jab but it's blocked by Washington. Washington throws a series of punches but Bokhorst moves out of range. Maarten Bokhorst seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bokhorst tries to score with a low kick but Washington moves his leg out of the way. Washington slips under a jab from Bokhorst. Bokhorst 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bokhorst takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Bokhorst fails with a takedown attempt. Bokhorst misses with the body kick#TD2# and Washington counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bokhorst won't be happy with that. Bokhorst is looking for a sweep. Washington working the head with strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. That's time! Bokhorst's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Washington scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Washington. Bokhorst ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. As Washington looks to move away, Bokhorst throws a big counter combo but Washington just gets out of the way. Bokhorst misses with a body shot.
Bokhorst is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Washington. Washington thuds his right hand into Bokhorst's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. A head kick from Washington lands but Bokhorst takes it in his stride. Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Washington slips under a jab from Bokhorst. Washington checks a low kick from Bokhorst. Nice sprawl there from Washington as Bokhorst shoots in. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bokhorst looks to land a left hand but Washington moved out of range nicely. Washington throws a head kick that misses. Washington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bokhorst was well out of range. Poor timing from Washington. Washington throws a body punch but Bokhorst moves out of range. #T1##CL2# Washington clinches with his opponent.
Bokhorst swings wildly with an uppercut but Washington uses good head movement to avoid it. Washington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Washington fails to land. Bokhorst is trying to stall.
Bokhorst throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Washingtons head. Bokhorst scores with a nice hook to the head. Washington dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Washington lands a shot to the body. Still in the clinch, Washington scores with a nice short uppercut. Washington gets through Bokhorst's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bokhorst misses with some punches.
Washington lands with a short head shot on the inside. Washington trying to stall but Bokhorst improves his position.
#T2# Bokhorst softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. 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! Washington misses with the head strike.
Washington avoiding damage.
Washington tries to work over Bokhorst's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch on the inside from Washington fails to land. Bokhorst lands a hook to the side of the head. Washington has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bokhorst avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD# Bokhorst has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Washington uses from the top position. Bokhorst looking for a sweep. Not yet Bokhorst, not yet. Washington cracks Bokhorst with a solid left hand. Washington trying to control but Bokhorst is working from the bottom. Samuel Washington has got the better of the ground game so far. Washington tries to free his leg and advance position but Bokhorst is retaining full guard. Bokhorst can't keep his opponent in guard - Washington advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Bokhorst is refusing to be controlled, as Washington sits in half guard. #T3# Bokhorst is pressing down on Washington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Washington pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bokhorst is keeping the position for now. Bokhorst 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. Bokhorst trying to control the position.
Washington won't allow Bokhorst to sweep him here. #SUB# Bokhorst working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Washington doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Washington manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Washington scoring with some ground and pound. Washington with a nice head shot there.#T4# Washington stopping the sweep attempt from Bokhorst.#SUB# Bokhorst working for a triangle but Washington defends it easily.
Washington pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bokhorst is keeping the position for now. Washington lands a couple of decent looking shots. Washington scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB# Bokhorst had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Washington defends it easily. Bokhorst trying to keep a closed guard but Washington is proving a slippery customer.
Washington is in close to Bokhorst's body, working some short punches and elbows. Bokhorst wants to sweep but no luck. Washington wants to control from the top but Bokhorst keeps moving. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Bokhorst falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bokhorst takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Bokhorst thows a left - swing and a miss! Washington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bokhorst throws out the jab. Washington misses with a head kick.
Bokhorst thows a leg kick but Washington checks it and Washington makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Bokhorst loads up on a big right hand but Washington slips the punch. Washington shapes to counter with a head kick. That kick from Washington tenderised Bokhorst's leg. Bokhorst is trying to keep his angry face on. Bokhorst takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bokhorst tries to score with a low kick but Washington moves his leg out of the way. Bokhorst throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Bokhorst misses with a looping left. Washington scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Bokhorst tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1# Washington blocks a jab. An inside leg kick lands from Washington. Bokhorst throws a leg kick but Washington checks it. Bokhorst is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Washington looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Bokhorst fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Washington dips to his left and cracks Bokhorst with an uppercut!#TD# Washington gets caught napping as Bokhorst dives in and scores a takedown. Washington manages to retain guard. Bokhorst won't allow Washington to get back to his feet. Bokhorst trying to control but Washington is working from the bottom. Bokhorst is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Washington is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2# Washington is trying to control the position but Bokhorst postures up. Bokhorst stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Washington swivels though and keeps the full guard. Washington is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Washington is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Bokhorst 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. Washington looks like he wants to counter punch here. Bokhorst misses with a looping right. Bokhorst throws out a leg kick but Washington moves out of range and Bokhorst only half commits. A little jabbing left from Washington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Bokhorst throws a body shot but no joy. Bokhorst's corner calls for a 1-2. Bokhorst obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3# Washington tries a low kick but Bokhorst avoids it. Washington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Bokhorst shoots in looking for a takedown. Washington tries to sprawl out of it but Bokhorst keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Washington manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Washington takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Bokhorst connects with the punch. Bokhorst tries to work over Washington's front leg with a kick but Washington checks it. Washington now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Washington fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bokhorst has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Washington ducks under a wild hook from Bokhorst. Washington thinks about the counter body kick. Bokhorst misses with a left hand and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4# Bokhorst throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it. Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bokhorst stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Washington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Bokhorst misses with a looping left.#CL# Bokhorst moves into range and clinches up with Washington. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bokhorst. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bokhorst softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD# Bokhorst gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Washington keeping moving, preventing Bokhorst from controlling successfully. Washington has his hands on Bokhorst's head, controlling the position. Let's hope that Washington has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
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 Maarten Bokhorst. Well Washington 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! Samuel Washington seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 04, 2016 |
#R1# Sloppy strikes from Heiluu. Those never looked like landing. A jab lands there for Heiluu. Heiluu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Washington tries to close the distance and clinch but Heiluu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Heiluu attempts a counter takedown but Washington avoids it well and moves away. Nice shot lands for Heiluu. Heiluu throws a sloppy body shot
and Washington counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Washington throws a big shot that misses. Washington lands a head shot. Heiluu swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Washington to counter with a crisp jab. Heiluu motions for Washington to come forward. Heiluu throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Washington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Heiluu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Heiluu shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1# Heiluu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Washington moves away. Heiluu rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Washington moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Heiluu has a takedown stuffed. Heiluu tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Washington manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Washington connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Washington thuds a left hand into Heiluu's body. Heiluu tries a head kick but it misses.
Heiluu misses with a wild body shot. Washington avoids the head kick by Heiluu.
Heiluu is looking to wear down Washington with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Heiluu rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Washington moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Heiluu throws a hook but Washington avoids it easily. Washington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Heiluu throws a right hand that Washington ducks under and follows up with a left that Washington also avoids with ease.#T2# The fighters circle momentarily. Washington darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Heiluu tries to clinch but Washington moves away and Washington counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Heiluu ducks right into an uppercut from Washington. Cassit Heiluu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. This has been an exciting period of action! A big left from Heiluu misses. Heiluu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Washington throws a combination. Heiluu tries to block but a couple of punches get through. Heiluu swings away with a body shot that misses
and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2# Washington closes the distance and clinches. Heiluu jumps guard but Washington turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassit Heiluu. That's going to take a lot out of him. Washington scores with a shoulder strike. Washington lands a body punch. Washington lands a hook to the side of the head. Heiluu tries to pull guard but Washington holds him up against the cage and eventually Heiluu drops back down to his feet.
Heiluu is trying to pull guard but Washington has him pressed against the cage.#T3# Heiluu jumps guard but Washington stands there with Heiluu around his waist. Heiluu gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Heiluu jumps guard but Washington stands there with Heiluu around his waist. Heiluu gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Washington scores with an uppercut up the middle. Washington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Heiluu tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Washington smiles and moves away.
#CL2# Washington gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Heiluu is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Washington to keep the fight standing. Washington lands a shoulder strike. Heiluu tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Washington smiles and moves away.
Washington's corner calls for a 1-2. Washington obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Washington tests Heiluu's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4# Washington lands a body shot.
Washington staying out of range there. Washington avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Washington just misses with a punch to the body.
Heiluu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. 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! Washington chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Heiluu moves into range and connects with a jab. Heiluu takes one to the side of the head.
Heiluu misses with a takedown attempt and Washington counters with a straight right hand. Washington throws a jab but it's blocked by Heiluu. Heiluu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Washington. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Washington changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Heiluu misses with a hook. That kick from Washington tenderised Heiluu's leg. Heiluu is trying to keep his angry face on. Nice cross by Heiluu. Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Heiluu fails with a takedown attempt. Washington follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Washington takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Heiluu misses with a left hand and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! Washington looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cassit Heiluu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# Heiluu scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T1# Heiluu tries to move to full mount but Washington actually manages to regain half guard. Heiluu thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Washington's head. #SUB# Heiluu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB# Heiluu seems to be working for a kimura but Washington defends the submission attempt.#SUB# Heiluu trying to work for an americana but Washington has managed to regain full guard.
Heiluu throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Washington works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Washington bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Heiluu's guard. #REVB##SUB# Heiluu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Washington advances position into side control! Washington grinds an elbow into Heiluu's temple. #T2# Washington scores with punches from side control. Heiluu is looking for a sweep. Heiluu tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Washington presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Washington lands a big elbow. Heiluu gets back to half guard. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Heiluu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Washington scores with a couple of nice shots. Washington working Heiluu over with strikes. Washington winds up and cracks Heiluu with a swinging punch to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heiluu keeps working. Washington takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Washington is keen to just control but Heiluu is a slippery customer.#SUB# Heiluu looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Heiluu gets full guard. Washington cracks Heiluu with a solid left hand.#T3# Heiluu 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. Heiluu keeping moving, preventing Washington from controlling successfully. Heiluu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Washington controls the pace. Washington postures up and lands a big shot to Heiluu's brow. Washington with a nice head shot there. Washington wants to control from the top but Heiluu keeps moving. Washington postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Heiluu is on top in guard.
#REVR# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Heiluu accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Heiluu stops Washington from standing up. Samuel Washington has got the better of the ground game so far. Washington keeping full guard, as Heiluu tries to pass. #ES2# Washington is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T4# Heiluu tries to pull guard but Washington forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Heiluu tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Washington just stands there and leans against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassit Heiluu. That's going to take a lot out of him. Washington digs a right hand underneath Heiluu's ribcage. Heiluu let out a lung full of air as it connected. The referee is keeping an eye on Washington - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Heiluu tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Washington struggles to land a body shot inside as Heiluu controls his hands.
Washington holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Washington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Heiluu backwards. Washington lands a hook to the side of the head. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Washington is leaning against Heiluu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Washington is working Heiluu over against the cage. Washington lands a body shot. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A quick uppercut on the inside from Washington. Washington lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Washington lands a body shot. #TD2# Washington has clasped his hands together around Heiluu's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Washington connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Heiluu some visible discomfort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Heiluu throws a lazy right hand but Washington sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Washington checks a low kick from Heiluu. Washington avoids the body shot from Heiluu.
Heiluu walks into a stiff left hand from Washington. Nice jab there from Washington. Washington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Washington checks a leg kick. Heiluu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Washington counters with a solid body kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Heiluu throws a head kick that misses and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Heiluu connects with a solid leg kick. #TD2# Washington drives through with a takedown into Heiluu's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Washington scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1# Washington is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Heiluu keeping full guard, as Washington tries to pass. #SUB# Heiluu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB# Heiluu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Washington keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Heiluu's head.#ROC2# Heiluu is rocked! Washington is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Oh Heiluu is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Washington preventing the sweep. Washington slips nicely into half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Heiluu on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Washington looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Heiluu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Washington working over Heiluu with some ground and pound. Heiluu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB# Heiluu looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Washington lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Heiluu! More strikes land and this one is all over! Washington jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Washington! A victorious Samuel Washington 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:
Destiny 170:Margera vs Johnson
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1# Mirowski scores with a nice head shot. Washington closes the distance and clinches up with Mirowski, looking for a takedown. Washington pushes Mirowski against the cage but Mirowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Mirowski throws a right hand that misses
and Washington counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Mirowski throws a body punch but Washington moves out of range. Washington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirowski throws out the jab. Washington with the counter takedown but Mirowski avoids it easily. Washington ducks under a wild hook from Mirowski. Washington misses with a head kick.
Washington looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Mirowski lands a nice shot that snaps Washington's head back.
Mirowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Washington.
Karol Mirowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Washington gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mirowski. Mirowski lands a right hook to the body.
Mirowski looks to throw the jab but Washington is out of range. Mirowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Washington was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirowski. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mirowski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Mirowski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Washington counters with a nice body kick. #CL# Mirowski rushes Washington and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T1# Washington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirowski tries a body shot but Washington blocks it.
Washington is trying to maintain a safe position but Mirowski gets an underhook and turns Washington into the cage.#TD2# Washington turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Washington working the ground and pound but Mirowski is defending the strikes. Washington wants to control but Mirowski is keeping him busy. Mirowski tries to improve position but can't. Washington postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Sloppy strikes there by Washington. Mirowski is trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Washington creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Mirowski sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Mirowski is not content to let Washington control the position. #T2# Washington throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Washington postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Washington scores with punches from side control. Washington sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Mirowski is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Washington throwing shots but missing, from side control. Sloppy strikes there by Washington. Washington throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Mirowski struggling a bit here. Washington in side control, throwing shots but Mirowski defends. Washington working the ground and pound but Mirowski is defending the strikes. #T3# Washington throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2# Washington goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mirowski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Washington but great work by Mirowski. Washington tries to buck Mirowski off but Mirowski is having none of it. Washington is trying to escape and get back to his feet. Washington is trying to control Mirowski's posture but Mirowski avoids it. Washington has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Washington sneaks back into half guard. Washington is looking for a sweep. Mirowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4# Washington is trying to control but Mirowski manages to pass to mount!
Washington wants to try and get back to his feet. Washington is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mirowski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Karol Mirowski will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Washington scores with a head kick. Mirowski tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Washington shoots in for a takedown but Mirowski shows good takedown defense. Washington has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Washington fails to land with a series of punches.
Washington moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mirowski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Mirowski scores with a shot to the body.
Mirowski misses with a body shot.
Washington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirowski.
Washington tries to counter by closing the distance. A shot to the body from Mirowski misses and Washington counters with a lovely shot to the body. Mirowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mirowski checks a leg kick nicely. Mirowski throws a nice outside leg kick. Washington slips under a jab from Mirowski. Mirowski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Mirowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Washington moves away.#T1# Washington moves out of range of the strikes. Washington looks to land a body kick but Mirowski moved away. Karol Mirowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Washington connects with a looping right hand.
Washington avoids the body shot from Mirowski.
Jab by Mirowski. Mirowski lands a jab. Mirowski misses with a body punch
and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mirowski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Mirowski swats away the attempt to clinch by Washington. Washington misses with a head kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Washington or perhaps it was just good defense by Mirowski, which made it look bad. Mirowski looks to score with a jab to the body but Washington is just out of range.#T2# Mirowski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Mirowski lands the left hand. 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! Nice cross by Mirowski. Washington closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Mirowski swings and misses with a shot to the body and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Some wild striking there from Mirowski.
Mirowski lands with a nice body punch. #CL# Mirowski moves into the clinch successfully.
Washington is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mirowski pulls him back up using the underhooks. Karol Mirowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Washington. Mirowski digs a right hand underneath Washington's ribcage. Washington let out a lung full of air as it connected. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Washington. Mirowski lands with a short head shot on the inside. Mirowski looking to slow down the pace here. A short uppercut from Mirowski. #T3# Mirowski misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirowski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Washington wants to take the fight to the mat but Mirowski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Washington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirowski misses with a hook from the clinch. Mirowski misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Mirowski.
Mirowski lands a nice uppercut. Washington is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mirowski takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Mirowski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mirowski. Mirowski struggles to land a body shot inside as Washington controls his hands.
Mirowski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Washington backwards. Mirowski lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Washington backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirowski. Washington takes a shot to the head. #T4# A head punch on the inside from Mirowski fails to land. A nice left hand lands by Mirowski.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mirowski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mirowski misses with the head strike.
Washington is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Mirowski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Washington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mirowski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Mirowski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Mirowski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Washingtons head. Mirowski struggles to land a body shot inside as Washington controls his hands.
Mirowski lands a shoulder strike. Mirowski throws a head punch that misses. Washington drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Washington. Mirowski lands a body punch. Mirowski just leaning against Washington, taking a breather. Washington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Mirowski dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Washington checks a leg kick. Washington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirowski.
Mirowski is looking to wear down Washington with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Mirowski loads up on a big right hand but Washington slips the punch. Washington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Washington backs away, Mirowski returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Mirowski misses with an uppercut
enabling Washington to counter with a crisp jab. Mirowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Washington is trying to counter with his kicks. Mirowski lands a body shot.
Mirowski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Mirowski throws a body punch but Washington moves out of range. Mirowski lands a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big right from Mirowski misses. Washington uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mirowski. Washington feints the counter takedown. A bone on bone clash there as Mirowski blocks the leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirowski.
#T1# Mirowski cracks Washington with a right hand to the side of the head. Washington avoids the body shot from Mirowski.
Mirowski swings away with a body shot that misses
and Washington counters with a right hand to the body. Mirowski wants to slow Washington down by chopping away at his legs. Washington is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Mirowski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Washington. Mirowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Washington throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Mirowski counters with a straight right hand. Washington lands a body shot.
Washington scores with a nice right hand.
Mirowski throws a jab when Washington was well out of range. Mirowski lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mirowski lunges at Washington with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Washington's hand. #ROC# Washington is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nice uppercut there from Mirowski. Washington is still on wobbly legs! Can Mirowski finish him? Nice defenses there by Washington. Mirowski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Washington to counter with a crisp jab. Samuel Washington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Mirowski lands a leg kick that knocks Washington off balance momentarily. Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Mirowski! Washington is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Karol Mirowski! Karol Mirowski 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:
Destiny 166: Tucker vs Margera
Date: Aug 20, 2016 |
#R1# Obama throws a right and a left that both miss. Obama is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Obama blocks a head kick by Washington.
Washington takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A combination from Obama does no damage. Washington appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Sloppy strikes from Obama. Those never looked like landing. Washington with a hook. Washington swinging wildly here.
Washington checks the leg kick. Washington looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Obama cracks Washington with a right hand to the side of the head. Obama misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Washington.
Obama misses with a body shot.
#TD# Washington drives through with a takedown into Obama's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2# Obama is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Washington presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T1# Obama working hard to break the clinch. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Obama. Washington leaning against his opponent.
Washington swings wildly with an uppercut but Obama uses good head movement to avoid it. Obama blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Obama pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Obama throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Washington. Obama looks to land a combination but Washington avoids it well. Washington misses with a head kick.
#CL2# Washington gets tackled into the cage by Obama. Obama maintains the clinch. Washington blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Washington drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Obama gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Obama is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2# Obama pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Washington waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Obama.#T2# Obama connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Obama misses with a series of wild punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Obama throws a head kick that misses and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Obama tries a low kick but Washington avoids it. Washington throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Temitope Obama seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Obama with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Washington to score with a decent uppercut. Obama swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Washington counters with a straight right hand. Obama takes a swing at Washington's ribcage but misses. Temitope Obama is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD# Washington fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Obama sprawls well initially but Washington persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Obama trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Washington manages to pass to mount!
Washington is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Obama can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Obama is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3# Obama is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Obama tries to hold on but Washington postures up. Obama really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB# Washington looking for a guillotine from mount but Obama is having none of it. Obama is bucking up trying to escape but Washington cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Washington raining down shots from the mount! Obama is working to get back to half guard.
Washington with the ground and pound from mount. Obama working to try and regain half guard.
#T4# Obama just holding on. Washington trying to control but Obama is having none of it. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Obama wants to control but Washington is having none of it. You get the feeling that Obama really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Obama wants to control but Washington is having none of it. Obama takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington with a couple of short strikes. Washington lands a big shot there that rocks Obama but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Obama is working to get back to half guard.
Washington avoids the attempt from Obama to control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2##TD# Washington looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Obama! Obama is trying to get back to half guard. Obama is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Obama tries to improve position but can't. Obama can't do much from the bottom here. Washington scoring with punches from side control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Check out the look on Washington's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Washington trying to control the position but Obama is working away. Washington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Obama can do to turn this around? Washington lands a decent elbow from side control. Obama is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Washington wants to control but Obama is keeping him busy. #T1# Obama tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Washington wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Washington is putting a hurting on Obama here, landing some big shots from side control. Obama is not content to let Washington control the position. #SUB# Washington looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Obama gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Obama is looking to improve his position.
Washington is thwarting Obama's attempts to control the position. Washington looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2# Obama looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB2# Obama is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Washington pulls his head out easily. Obama wants to control but Washington is keeping busy.
Samuel Washington overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Washington is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Obama moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Washington looking to pass the guard. Washington lands a couple of decent looking shots. Obama looking to control.
#T3##SUB2# Obama is looking to cinch up a triangle. Washington throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Obama's body to avoid the submission. Obama has instead reached around Washington's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Obama arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Temitope Obama! A victorious Temitope Obama 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:
Destiny 162: Tanner vs. Alves
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
#R1# Mirowski misses with a jab to the body
and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! Karol Mirowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mirowski misses the body punch letting Washington counter with a right hand. Mirowski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Contenders in the buildup to the fight. Washington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Mirowski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Mirowski scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Washington throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mirowski throws a body shot but no joy. Nice cross by Mirowski. Mirowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Mirowski takes a swing at Washington's ribcage but misses. Washington scores with a nice head shot. Mirowski dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Washington loads up on a big right hand but Mirowski slips the punch. Mirowski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Washington has time to react. Washington cracks Mirowski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Mirowski thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1# Washington on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Karol Mirowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Washington on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. A decent looking cross lands there for Washington. Mirowski throws a body punch but Washington moves out of range. Mirowski is looking to wear down Washington with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Mirowski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Mirowski misses with a hook to the body
and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A leg kick checked by Washington. Washington misses with a takedown attempt - Mirowski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Washington tries to move into range but Mirowski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Washington staying out of range there. Washington looks like he wants to counter punch here. Washington drops his hands momentarily and Mirowski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Washington slips under a jab from Mirowski. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Washington! But no joy. Washington throws a hook but Mirowski avoids it easily. Mirowski appears to be looking for a big counter. Mirowski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Washington checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Mirowski backing away here, and Washington unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T2# Washington cracks the inside of Mirowski's front leg. This has been an exciting period of action! Washington takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Washington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirowski.
Washington takes one on the button. Washington scoring well with a low kick there.
Mirowski throws an off balance right hand
and Washington counters with a nice body shot. Washington throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirowski counters with a stiff right hand. Washington takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Washington walks into a jab. Washington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirowski manages to avoid it. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mirowski checks a leg kick. #CL# Mirowski closes the distance and clinches. Washington manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Washington working aggressively here.
#T3# A shot in the inside from Washington. Washington misses with a punch on the inside.
Washington lands on the inside with an uppercut. Washington tries a body shot but Mirowski blocks it.
Mirowski misses with a punch on the inside.
Mirowski pushes Washington back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Mirowski lands a nice shot to the body. Mirowski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Washington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Washington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Washington throws a punch but it's blocked by Mirowski. Mirowski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Washington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Washington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mirowski backwards. Mirowski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Washingtons head. Mirowski tries a body shot but Washington blocks it.
Washington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Washington prevents a body shot from Mirowski. Washington wants a takedown but no success here.
#T4# The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Mirowski is pushing Washington up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Washington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mirowski has a couple of punches blocked by Washington.
Washington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mirowski backwards. Mirowski is pressed up against the cage. Washington has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mirowski down to the mat. Mirowski avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Karol Mirowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Washington. Mirowski digs a good hook to Washington's body.
Washington tries to clinch up. An attempted straight right counter from Mirowski misses the target. Washington throws a jab when Mirowski was well out of range. Mirowski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Washington throws out the jab. Washington keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirowski. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Washington walks into a jab. Mirowski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Washington looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Mirowski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Washington counters with a thumping low kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Mirowski dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Washington takes a shot right to the bread basket. Washington gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Washington. Mirowski does a little dance to reset his feet. Washington takes one to the chin there. Mirowski throws a front kick aimed at Washington's knee but Washington avoids it well. It seemed like Washington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Washington with a body punch. A glancing blow. Mirowski cracks Washington with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Washington lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Washington misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Mirowski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Mirowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Washington was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirowski. Mirowski throws a body shot but no joy. Washington avoids the body shot from Mirowski.
The crowd cheers as Washington lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mirowski doesn't seem phased though. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Mirowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Washington swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mirowski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1# Mirowski misses with an uppercut. Washington saw that one coming. Mirowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Washington can do to turn this around? Washington blocks a jab. A countering left hand to the body from Washington misses. Mirowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Washington takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Washington walks into a straight right hand from Mirowski. Washington throws an overhand right that lands on Mirowski's shoulder, as Mirowski tries to avoid the shot. Mirowski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Washington looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Mirowski lands with a straight right. Washington didn't see that one coming. Washington moves out of range as Mirowski strikes. Mirowski misses with a looping left. A big right from Mirowski misses. Mirowski scores with a one two! Washington had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Mirowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Washington was well out of range. Poor timing from Mirowski. Washington is looking for the big counter here. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington takes one to the side of the head.
#T2# Mirowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Washington. Washington is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Mirowski misses with a lunging right hand
and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. Washington throws a head kick that half lands.
Mirowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC# Washington is rocked! Mirowski throws an overhand right that drops Washington like a sack of potatoes! Mirowski dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Karol Mirowski! After winning the bout, Karol Mirowski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Destiny 158: Jitsu vs. Iii
Date: Jun 25, 2016 |
#R1# A leg kick checked by Fish. Fish scores with a body shot.
Fish throws a leg kick but Washington sees it coming and checks it nicely. Fish lands with a hook. Washington tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Washington misses with a two punch combination.
Fish misses with an uppercut. Washington saw that one coming. Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fish stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Washington fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fish looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Fish misses with a hook to the body
and Washington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Sloppy strikes from Washington. Those never looked like landing. Fish appears to be looking for a counter takedown. A punch combination from Fish misses. Washington keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T1# Washington moves out of range as Fish throws a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Washington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Washington tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fish manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Fish misses with a wild combination.
Fish throws a big shot that misses. Washington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Washington misses with a double jab.
Fish feinted with a counter takedown. Washington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Fish misses the target. Despite the aggression on Washington's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Washington misses with a low kick. Fish changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Fish jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Fish looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Washington dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Fish misses with a double jab
and Washington counters with a slapping leg kick. Washington has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2# A big left from Fish misses. A nice inside leg kick there by Fish. That's going to slow Washington down. Fish lands a glancing blow to the side of Washington's head. Fish misses with a wild body shot. Washington looks to score with a jab to the body but Fish is just out of range. Fish moves out of range of the leg kick from Washington. 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! Fish displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Washington throws out the jab. Washington is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fish rather than just go for the knockout. Fish ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Washington moves away. Fish moves out of range as Washington strikes. Fish lands a really nice looking cross but Washington seems unphased.
#T3# Fish tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Washington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fish. Fish misses with a double jab.
Washington appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Fish tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Washington is able to avoid easily. Washington is looking to clinch. Washington lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Washington takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Washington lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Fish misses with a combination
and Washington counters with a nice body shot. A nice leg kick lands there from Washington. #T4# Fish tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A nice side step and Washington releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Fish is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Fish moves into range and connects with a jab. Washington displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Fish. Washington moves in looking to clinch but Fish pushes him off. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Washington misses with a right hand and Fish counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Washington thinking. Fish misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Washington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Washington digs a good body shot into Fish's ribs. Fish really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Fish on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Washington. Washington obviously looking to wear him down.
Washington misses with a hook. Fish ducked under it nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Samuel Washington 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# Washington just misses with a punch to the body.
Samuel Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup. Fish throws a body shot but no joy. Fish looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Washington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fish. A shot to the body from Fish misses and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. Washington dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fish. That did some damage! Fish swats away the attempt to clinch by Washington. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Fish counter with a right hand. Washington gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Washington scores with a hook to the body. Fish takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Fish uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Washington.#T1# Fish is looking to clinch. Fish scores with a jab to the body. The fighters circling - Washington throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Fish is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fish cracks Washington with a right hand to the side of the head. Washington ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Washington rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fish moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Washington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Fish lands a body shot.
Fish throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Fish steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Washington.#T2# Fish misses with a right hand and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! Washington lands with an uppercut that bounces Fish off the cage and back into range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Washington scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Washington misses with a head kick.
Good work by Washington as he checks the leg kick. Fish punishes Washington's body with a nice straight punch. Fish swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fish jabbing away but nothing is landing. Fish misses with a lunging right hand
and Washington counters with a right hand to the body. Fish throws a push kick but Washington slaps the foot to one side. Washington tries a quick counter leg kick but Fish is wise to it. Fish bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3# Fish throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it. Washington takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Washington avoids a kick to the body.
Washington now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Fish misses with a straight left. Washington looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Washington works the jab nicely. Fish fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Washington lands a right hook to the body.
Fish takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Washington fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fish looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Washington thows a leg kick but Fish checks it and Fish cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4# Washington throws a body punch but Fish moves out of range. Fish appears to be looking for a big counter. Fish buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fish lands with a cross. 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! Washington just misses with a punch to the body.
Fish slips under a jab from Washington. Fish fires out a quick counter leg kick but Washington just manages to avoid it. Fish throws a leg kick that misses. Washington checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Washington throws a body punch but Fish moves out of range. Washington swings for the body but Fish moves out of range.
Fish tried to score with a low kick but Washington checks it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Samuel Washington will probably get the nod - 10:9. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Washington swats away the attempt to clinch by Fish. Washington throws a head kick but Fish moves out of range.
Washington looks to land a combination. Fish sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Fish tries to clinch there but Washington circles away.
Washington throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fish sees it coming and avoids it easily. Washington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fish misses with a wild body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Fish misses with a wild body shot. A decent looking cross lands there for Washington. Fish scores with a hook to the body. Washington takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1# Washington tests Fish's chin there with a solid looking shot. Fish ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. No luck for Fish with that takedown attempt. Fish looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Fish paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Fish takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Fish slips under a jab from Washington. Washington misses with a wild body shot. Fish is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Fish darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2# The fighters circling - Washington throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Fish looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Washington uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fish. Fish cracks Washington with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Washington moves out of range of the strikes. 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! Nice jab there from Fish. Washington waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fish. Washington loads up on a big right hand but Fish slips the punch. Washington checks the leg kick. Washington throws a hook but Fish blocks it. Washington misses with a straight right. #T3# Washington thumps Fish with a low kick. Fish is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice shot by Washington. Washington throws a nice inside leg kick. Fish is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Fish lands a jab. Jab from Fish. Washington bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Washington connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Washington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Washington has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T4# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Washington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fish. Fish walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Washington lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Fish lunges at Washington with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Washington's hand. Fish checks a leg kick. Washington pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Albert Fish has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Washington looks to land a right hand but Fish moved out of range. A little feinted left hand from Fish on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Washington fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fish has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Fish has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Samuel Washington is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fish stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Washington 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington! During a confident post fight interview, Samuel Washington thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Destiny Tuesday 49
Date: May 31, 2016 |
#R1# Washington throws a jab when Bailey was well out of range. Washington uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bailey. It looked like Washington wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Bailey on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Washington. Washington obviously looking to wear him down.
Bailey throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it. Bailey avoids the body shot from Washington.
Washington ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Bailey lands with a nice combination. Washington backs away looking to recover. Washington dives in and grabs Bailey's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bailey pushes down on Washington's head and hops out. Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bailey.
Washington fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bailey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Washington is out of range. Bailey pivots, looking for a leg kick but Washington is out of range and Bailey settles back down. Bailey throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it. As Bailey tries to get set, Washington tries to push him back and clinch up but Bailey manages to avoid the attempt. A left and a right from Bailey both land. Nice combination. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Washington looks to score with a jab to the body but Bailey is just out of range.#T1# Washington lands a slapping body shot.
We've been informed that Bailey has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Washington lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Bailey lands a body shot.
A punch combination from Washington misses. Bailey now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Bailey keeps the fight on the outside. It seemed like Bailey was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Washington lands a glancing blow to the side of Bailey's head. Bailey looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Washington throwing a counter right hand but Bailey manages to avoid it. Bailey throws a body shot but no joy. A punch lands to the side of Washington 's head but he takes it in his stride. Bailey misses with a body shot.
Bailey cracks Washington with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Washington checks a leg kick. Washington tries a low kick but Bailey avoids it. Bailey throws a low kick, looking for Washington's leg but Washington calmly moves out of range. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bailey waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Washington. It looked like Washington was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bailey. Bailey throws a right and a left that Washington avoids nicely. Bailey looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Bailey throws a wild body kick that Washington sees coming a mile off.#TD# Washington throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bailey was covering up waiting for the punch and Washington finishes the takedown easily into guard. Bailey wants to sweep here but Washington controlling him for the moment. Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Bailey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Washington advances to half guard. Bailey is pressing down on Washington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3# Washington being controlled here momentarily. Washington scoring with some ground and pound. Washington wants to control from the top but Bailey keeps moving. Bailey controlling Washington's posture. Washington cracks Bailey with a solid left hand. Washington trying to control but Bailey is working from the bottom. Washington 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. Bailey looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Washington postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Washington throwing strikes from guard but Bailey blocks nicely. #SUB2# Washington throws a sloppy strike and Bailey has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Washington is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Bailey!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex Bailey! An out of breath Alex Bailey 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:
Destiny 150: Erasmus vs. Nah
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1# Garcon moves into range and connects with a jab. Washington scores with a sloppy right hand. Garcon should have avoided that one. Garcon shoots in for a double leg but Washington sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Garcon takes a swing at Washington's ribcage but misses. Washington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Washington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garcon.
Washington looks to land a body kick but Garcon moved away. A right-left combo lands from Garcon. Garcon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Washington swivels and escapes. No joy there for Garcon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Washington scores with a sloppy right hand. Garcon should have avoided that one. Washington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Garcon throws a series of punches but Washington moves out of range. Garcon misses with a lunging right hand
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. The fighters circling - Washington throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Garcon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Garcon checks a leg kick.#T1# Garcon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Washington counters with a lovely shot to the body. Washington throws a shot from downtown. Garcon moves away and avoids it. Garcon appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Garcon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Washington has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Washington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Garcon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym of the Gods in the buildup to the fight. Garcon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Washington leaves Garcon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pierre Garcon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Washington cracks a nice hook into Garcon's ribs. Garcon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Washington sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Garcon somewhat. Garcon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Washington swats him away and circles back towards the center. Garcon closes the distance but Washington moves to the side and Washington counters with a left and a right that stings Garcon. #T2# Garcon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Garcon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pierre Garcon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Garcon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garcon tries to clinch but Washington is having none of it. Washington avoids a kick to the body.
Washington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Garcon lands a body shot.
Garcon is looking to chop away at Washington's legs. Garcon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Garcon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Garcon misses the shot to the body. Washington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T3# Garcon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Samuel Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A bone on bone clash there as Washington blocks the leg kick.
Garcon misses with a double jab.
Washington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garcon. Washington throws a hook but Garcon avoids it easily. Garcon connects with a nice looking jab.
Garcon blocks a jab. Washington moves out of range of the strikes. Garcon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Washington. Garcon throws a body punch but Washington moves out of range. Washington throws out a loose jab but Garcon uses good head movement to avoid it. Garcon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Washington.
A slow jab from Garcon misses its intended target. #T4# Garcon looks to land a combination. Washington sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Garcon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Garcon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Washington looks for the body kick but Garcon saw that one coming. Garcon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Washington but Washington pushes him off and we're back to square one. Garcon on the wrong end of a nice jab. Garcon is looking to clinch but Washington is avoiding it.
Washington keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Garcon tries to clinch up but Washington circles away and keeps his distance.#TD# Garcon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Garcon looks to score some points with some ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Samuel Washington will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# An inside leg kick from Garcon misses. Garcon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Garcon lunges at Washington with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Washington's hand. Washington walks into a straight right hand from Garcon. Garcon misses with a double jab.
Washington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Garcon misses the shot to the body. Washington throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Garcon's head. Garcon buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Garcon will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Garcon fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Washington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Garcon throws a hook to the side of Washington's head but Washington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Garcon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1# A looping hook to the body misses from Garcon. Washington does a little dance to reset his feet. Washington misses with an uppercut. Garcon throws a jab but it's blocked by Washington. Garcon shoots in for a double leg but Washington sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pierre Garcon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Garcon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Washington. Washington lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Garcon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Washington finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Washington slips a jab and a cross from Garcon.
Garcon tries a head kick but it misses.
Garcon lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Garcon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Washington slips under a jab. Washington smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2# Washington connects with an inside leg kick. Garcon dives in for a single leg takedown but Washington sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Washington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Washington on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Garcon misses with a wild body shot. Garcon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Garcon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Washington manages to avoid it. Samuel Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup. Garcon lands with a nice body punch. Nice shot by Washington. Washington scores with a decent looking hook. Washington swings widly with a right hand
and Garcon counters with a straight right hand. Washington leaves Garcon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Danga de danga de dang - Garcon scores with a four punch combination!#T3# Garcon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Washington manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Washington works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Garcon with a hook. Garcon tries to clinch up and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Washington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garcon.
Washington misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Washington tries to land a front kick but Garcon steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Garcon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Washington lands with a good body shot. Garcon wants to clinch up but Washington keeps it at a distance.#T4# Washington fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Garcon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Washington throws a body shot but no joy. Garcon throws a leg kick and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Washington staying out of range there. 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! Washington goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Garcon thuds a left hand into Washington's body. A low kick from Garcon is predictable there #CL2# and Washington counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Washington. Washington lands an uppercut.#BC# Garcon breaks from the clinch.
Garcon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Garcon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Garcon lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Washington has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Washington and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL# Garcon drives through and clinches with Washington against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Pierre Garcon will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Washington tests Garcon's chin there with a solid looking shot. Garcon throws a leg kick but Washington moved away. Washington looks like he wants to counter punch here. A lazy left from Washington finds it's target. Washington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Garcon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Washington counters with a slapping leg kick. Washington misses with a lunging right hand
letting Garcon counter with a right hand. Garcon throws a head kick but Washington moves out of range.
Washington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Garcon catches Washington with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Washington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A punch combination from Garcon misses. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Washington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Garcon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Washington swats him away and circles back towards the center. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Washington! But no joy. Garcon dives in and grabs Washington's left leg, looking for a takedown. Washington pushes down on Garcon's head and hops out.#T1# Washington is looking to clinch. Garcon is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Washington was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Garcon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Washington was well out of range. Poor timing from Garcon. Washington delivers a nice body kick. Garcon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Washington. A solid leg kick lands there for Garcon.
Garcon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Washington cracks Garcon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Nice body punch from Washington. Washington misses with a body punch
and Garcon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Garcon doesn't manage to clinch there - Washington circles away.
Washington looks like he wants to counter punch here. Washington misses with a head kick.
Garcon appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2# Washington connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Garcon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Washington.
Washington looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Garcon walks into a stiff left hand from Washington. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Garcon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Garcon misses its intended target. Washington misses the jab.#CL# Garcon moves into the clinch. Washington lands with a short head shot on the inside. Garcon looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Garcon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Washington pulls him back up using the underhooks. Washington gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Garcon.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pierre Garcon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Garcon tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T3# Washington works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Washington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Washington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Washington dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Garcon is working for takedown but Washington is calmly controlling the position for now. Washington lands a hook that snaps the head of Garcon backwards. Garcon tries to pull guard but Washington won't allow it.
Washington misses with the head strike.
Washington misses with a punch to the body.
Washington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Garcon has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Washington is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. A bit of stalling here from Washington.
Garcon changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Washington fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Garcon throws a body shot but no joy. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4# Washington cracks Garcon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Washington ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Washington lands a jab. Garcon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Washington swats him away and circles back towards the center. Washington keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Garcon. A swing and a miss from Washington. Garcon avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Garcon is looking for a counter combo. Washington throws a body punch but Garcon moves out of range. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A telegraphed right hand from Washington misses the target. Garcon looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Garcon is looking to clinch but Washington is avoiding it.
A big left from Garcon misses. Garcon closes the distance and clinches up with Washington, looking for a takedown. Garcon pushes Washington against the cage but Washington circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Samuel Washington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Washington has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29 Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Samuel Washington! Samuel Washington thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Destiny Tuesday 45
Date: Apr 05, 2016 |
#R1# Penaali misses with a double jab.
Penaali misses with a hook. Washington ducked under it nicely. Penaali doesn't succeed with the takedown and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! No luck for Penaali with that takedown attempt. Penaali has his takedown stuffed and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand! That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arvo Penaali. That's going to take a lot out of him. Good standup being displayed there by Washington as he connects with a hook. Washington misses with a wild body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Penaali drops his hands momentarily and Washington takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Washington dodges the punch combination from Penaali.
Arvo Penaali seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Penaali shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Washington defends it nicely.#T1# Penaali lands a jab to the nose. Penaali rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Washington counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Washington closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Washington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Washington wants it to stay on the feet. Washington feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Penaalis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Penaali lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Washington at a distance.
Washington slips under a jab from Penaali. Washington connects with a looping right hand.
Penaali throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Washington. Penaali fails to land with a series of punches.
#T2# Penaali takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Penaali throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Penaali has his takedown stuffed and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Penaali misses with a series of wild punches.
Washington takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Washington shoots in but Penaali avoids the takedown attempt easily. Penaali goes for a double leg but Washington avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Washington continues to drive forward. Penaali throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Washington. Penaali closes the distance and clinches up with Washington, looking for a takedown. Penaali pushes Washington against the cage but Washington circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Washington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3# Penaali misses with a takedown attempt and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. #TD# Penaali closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Washington's guard. Washington utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Penaali will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Penaali wants to control from the top but Washington keeps moving. Washington preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Washington avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Penaali trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Washington working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Penaali. Washington controlling the position.#T4# Washington utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Washington not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Penaali just misses with a punch to the body.
Washington throws out a counter right but Penaali avoids it with no problem. Penaali throws a wild combination but nothing lands. A jab from Penaali misses. Washington moves out of range of the strikes. Washington throws a series of strikes that have Penaali backpedaling.
This has been an exciting period of action! Penaali shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Washington counters with a stiff right hand. Penaali misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Penaali displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Washington throws out the jab. Washington might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Washington fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Penaali. Penaali misses with a body shot
and Washington counters with a lovely shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Samuel Washington will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Washington misses with an uppercut. Penaali saw that one coming. Penaali misses with a few strikes there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Washington! But no joy. Washington is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Penaali uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Washington has time to react. Washington throws a leg kick but Penaali sees it coming and checks it nicely. Washington tries a head kick but it misses.
Penaali misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Washington.
Penaali moves in looking to clinch but Washington pushes him off. Penaali looks to clinch and Washington counters with a right hand to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Penaali looks to land a left hand but Washington moved out of range nicely. Penaali throws a big shot that misses. Washington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Penaali just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# Washington throws a hook but Penaali avoids it easily. Washington throws a wild body kick that Penaali sees coming a mile off. Washington pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Penaali looks to land a combination but Washington avoids it well. #TD# Penaali drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Washington is not content to let Penaali control the position. Penaali looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Washington is avoiding damage well.
Penaali working the ground and pound but Washington is defending the strikes. Washington gets back to half guard.#T2# Washington is refusing to be controlled, as Penaali sits in half guard. Penaali thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Washington manages to get to full guard.
Penaali throws an elbow that misses. Washington uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Penaali's guard. Nice move by Washington!#REVB##SUB# Penaali is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Washington got a little sloppy there for a moment and Penaali has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Washington has managed to get both his arms back between Penaali's legs - danger averted.#T3# Washington trying to control but Penaali is working from the bottom. Washington lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Penaali trying to keep a closed guard but Washington is proving a slippery customer.
Washington is looking to work some ground and pound but Penaali has wrist control. Penaali lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Penaali trying to control but Washington is working from the bottom. Washington looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Arvo Penaali overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Penaali slips nicely into half guard.#T4# Washington wants to improve his position but Penaali is controlling well.
#SUB# Penaali is looking for a kimura but Washington is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Penaali to get the leverage. Penaali missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Penaali looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Washington gets back to full guard.
Penaali tries to free his leg and advance position but Washington is retaining full guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Washington is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Penaali throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Washington works some decent striking defense from the bottom. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arvo Penaali dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Penaali fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Penaali moves out of range of the body kick from Washington.
Washington keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Penaali. Washington feints and then cracks Penaali's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Penaali down. Washington throws a body punch but Penaali moves out of range. Penaali tries to counter with a takedown but Washington is quick to defend against it. Washington tries to land a leg kick but Penaali saw it coming and moves away.
Washington misses the jab.#TD# Penaali shoots in and bounces Washington off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Penaali working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Washington's head. Penaali looking to pass the guard. #T1# Penaali postures up in Washington's guard and throws a big left but Washington blocks it. Penaali lands a couple of digs. Washington keeping moving, preventing Penaali from controlling successfully. Penaali postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Penaali trying to control but Washington is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Penaali accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Penaali missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Penaali preventing the sweep. Penaali looking to sit in guard and control but Washington gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Penaali 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.#SUB# Penaali escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Washington gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Washington has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Penaali to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Washington is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Penaali pulls down on the head and he's put Washington to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Arvo Penaali!
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