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Event:
EPL 12.1
Date: May 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr misses with a hook.
Harland shoots in for a takedown but Sotto Jr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sotto Jr is looking to counter with a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sotto Jr.
Harland on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sotto Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Harland seems unphased.
Sotto Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sotto Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Harland walks into a jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Harland or perhaps it was just good defense by Sotto Jr, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T1#
Sotto Jr lunges at Harland with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Harland's hand.
Harland takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Harland avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sotto Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD2#
Harland closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Harland is trying to control the action in half guard but Sotto Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sotto Jr is positioning himself well to prevent Harland advancing to mount.
Harland keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Harland missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Harland not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Harland trying to control the action but Sotto Jr is working from the bottom. #T2#
Harland thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sotto Jr's head.
Sotto Jr tries to get to full guard but Harland has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Harland.
Harland throwing shots but Sotto Jr is blocking nicely.
Sotto Jr wants to control but Harland is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Harland is looking to take a break and control but Sotto Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Harland seems content to control.
Sotto Jr wants to control but Harland is keeping busy.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Harland is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3##SUB#
Sotto Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Harland working Sotto Jr over with strikes.
Harland prevents Sotto Jr from improving his position.
Harland wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nice body punch from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Harland has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Harland tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sotto Jr swivels and escapes.
Umberto Sotto Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zander Harland.
Harland shoots in for a takedown but Sotto Jr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sotto Jr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Harland walks into a left hand.
Harland has his takedown stuffed
and Sotto Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harland shoots and misses
and Sotto Jr counters with a nice body shot.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sotto Jr.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!
Sotto Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Harland under the eye.
Harland slips a jab from Sotto Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Sotto Jr dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Harland shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sotto Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Harland off balance momentarily.
Sotto Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sotto Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Harland.
Harland shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sotto Jr as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Sotto Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Umberto Sotto Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zander Harland.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sotto Jr, right into the meat.
Harland looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sotto Jr is fending him off so far but Harland persists. Nope, Sotto Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
An inside leg kick lands from Sotto Jr. #T1#
Sotto Jr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Harland misses with a takedown attempt
and Sotto Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harland with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sotto Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Sotto Jr lands with a nice body punch.
Harland on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Harland with a poor takedown
and Sotto Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Sotto Jr there.
Sotto Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Harland can do to turn this around?
Sotto Jr throws a front kick that sends Harland stumbling back into the cage.
Harland looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
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!
Harland takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Harland is breathing heavily.
Harland takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sotto Jr thuds his right hand into Harland's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sotto Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Harland tries to move into range but Sotto Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC#
Harland is rocked!
Sotto Jr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sotto Jr drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Harland right on the button. Harland goes down! Sotto Jr follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Sotto Jr gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Umberto Sotto Jr!
Umberto Sotto Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Zander Harland had this to say: 'Just don't know what happened. I had it. It was mine for the taking.'.
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Event:
Ascension 0325
Date: Mar 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr motions for Unchained to come forward. Sotto Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Unchained connects with a leg kick. Sotto Jr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Unchained lands a leg kick that knocks Sotto Jr off balance momentarily.
Unchained throws a hook but Sotto Jr blocks it.
Unchained swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sotto Jr.
Unchained on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sotto Jr throws a series of punches but Unchained avoids them all with ease.
Sotto Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Unchained tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sotto Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Unchained.
Unchained throws a jab but it's blocked by Sotto Jr.
Unchained lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sotto Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Sotto Jr misses the target.
Sotto Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Unchained throws a low kick but Sotto Jr moves out of range easily.
A jab from Unchained misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd cheers as Unchained lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sotto Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Sotto Jr cracks a nice hook into Unchained's ribs.#T1#
Sotto Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Sotto Jr sets himself, and Unchained steps forward looking for the clinch! Sotto Jr avoids it this time.
Sotto Jr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Unchained throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sotto Jr counters with a nice body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr misses with a low kick.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Sotto Jr.
A big left from Sotto Jr misses.
Sotto Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Unchained jabs Sotto Jr right on the nose. Sotto Jr blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Unchained closes the distance and clinches.
Sotto Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Unchained landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sotto Jr working hard to break the clinch.
A short right from Unchained on the inside.
Unchained lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Unchained tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Unchained presses Sotto Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2##BC#
Sotto Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sotto Jr blocks a leg kick.
Sotto Jr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sotto Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sotto Jr appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sotto Jr blocks a jab.
Sotto Jr tries to land a leg kick but Unchained saw it coming and moves away.
Sotto Jr looks to land a combination but Unchained avoids it well.
Good exchange - Unchained coming out on top.
Sotto Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
Unchained thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sotto Jr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Unchained counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sotto Jr throws a half hearted mid kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Sotto Jr blocks the leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Sotto Jr.
Unchained works the jab nicely.#T3#
Sotto Jr checks a leg kick.
Sotto Jr closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sotto Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sotto Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Unchained was well out of range. Poor timing from Sotto Jr.
Unchained fakes the leg kick and cracks Sotto Jr in the body.
Sotto Jr is breathing heavily.
Unchained swings for the body but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Unchained misses with a wild body shot.
Unchained keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#ROC2#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Crack! Unchained connects with the perfect overhand right and Sotto Jr falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Unchained!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Olympia Unchained!
Olympia Unchained decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
EPL 11 Finale
Date: Feb 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Hao off balance momentarily.
Hao misses with a wild body shot.
Sotto Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hao throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sotto Jr is looking to counter with a body kick.
Hao connects with the punch.
Sotto Jr lands a head kick. Hao smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Nice body punch from Hao.
Hao keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sotto Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Hao finds it's way through Sotto Jr's defenses.
Sotto Jr misses with a hook. Hao ducked under it nicely.
Hao lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sotto Jr.
Hao throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sotto Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Hao shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hao's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sotto Jr is trying to control the position but Hao postures up. #T1#
Sotto Jr seems keen to control Hao's posture.
Hao tries to free his leg and advance position but Sotto Jr is retaining full guard.
Sotto Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Hao in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sotto Jr is pulling down on Hao's head. It's preventing any offense from Hao, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sotto Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Sotto Jr tries to move into range but Hao moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sotto Jr scores with a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Sotto Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Hao connects with a solid leg kick.
Sotto Jr has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sotto Jr throws a head kick that Hao semi-blocks.
Sotto Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hao throws a shot from downtown. Sotto Jr moves away and avoids it.
Hao looks to land a left hand but Sotto Jr moved out of range nicely.
Hao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr misses with a body kick.
Sotto Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hao throws a hook but Sotto Jr avoids it easily.
A combination from Hao does no damage.
Hao scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sotto Jr throws a lazy right hand but Hao sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sotto Jr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hao listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hao lands a nice looking body shot.
Hao lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Hao throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hao.
Hao swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hao looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hao misses with a body shot.
Hao moves out of range of the body kick.
Sotto Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Good exchange - Hao coming out on top.
Hao uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sotto Jr.
Hao takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hao lands a head shot.
Hao throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sotto Jr throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Hao shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sotto Jr keeping full guard, as Hao tries to pass.
Sotto Jr is trying to keep Hao in close.
#T4#
Sotto Jr avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hao controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hao wants to control from the top but Sotto Jr keeps moving. #SUB#
Sotto Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sotto Jr keeping full guard, as Hao tries to pass.
Hao trying to control but Sotto Jr is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lu Hao 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#
A swing and a miss from Sotto Jr.
Hao with the counter takedown but Sotto Jr avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hao. Sotto Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hao throws a hook but Sotto Jr avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hao scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sotto Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hao takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Hao with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sotto Jr throws a head kick but Hao moves out of range.
Sotto Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Hao off the cage and back into range.
Hao misses the body punch
and Sotto Jr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Hao 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sotto Jr throws a hook to the side of Hao's head but Hao sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sotto Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hao lands a right hook to the body.
Hao on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sotto Jr. Sotto Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
#T1#
Hao lands with a hook. Sotto Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sotto Jr has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Sotto Jr lands with a straight right. Hao didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Hao fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sotto Jr sprawls well initially but Hao persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Hao has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sotto Jr tries to get to full guard but Hao has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Hao is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sotto Jr is just riding it out for now. Hao eventually gives up the hold.
Hao trying to control the action but Sotto Jr is working from the bottom.
Hao with the ground and pound but Sotto Jr uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T2#
Hao wants to pass the guard but Sotto Jr is keeping the position.
Hao is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sotto Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hao trying to control the position from guard on top but Sotto Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hao is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sotto Jr is trying to keep Hao in close.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Hao slips a straight right by Sotto Jr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hao! But no joy.
Sotto Jr swings for the body but Hao moves out of range.
Sotto Jr walks into a jab.
Sotto Jr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hao fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sotto Jr blocks the body kick.
Sotto Jr throws a body punch but Hao moves out of range.
Sotto Jr lands the left hand.
A jab from Sotto Jr misses.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Hao turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hao takes a swing at Sotto Jr's ribcage but misses.
Hao lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sotto Jr ducks under a wild hook from Hao.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sotto Jr. #T4#
Sotto Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Hao's shoulder, as Hao tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Hao.
Hao changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hao avoids the body shot from Sotto Jr.
Hao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sotto Jr manages to avoid it.
Hao lands a jab to the nose.
Sotto Jr connects with a right hand. Hao shakes it off.
Sotto Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A bone on bone clash there as Sotto Jr blocks the leg kick.
Sotto Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A punch lands to the side of Sotto Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hao changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hao blocks a low kick nicely.
Hao throws out a counter right but Sotto Jr avoids it with no problem.
Sotto Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sotto Jr tests Hao's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A jab from Hao misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Lu Hao will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Hao stuns Sotto Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sotto Jr scores with a spinning back kick!
Hao bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sotto Jr's head.#ROC2#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Hao ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Sotto Jr's jaw. Sotto Jr's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Hao does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lu Hao!
Lu Hao was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
EPL11.7
Date: Jan 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Koch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Koch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sotto Jr. Koch shrugs it off though.
Nice cross by Koch.
Koch throws a body kick that misses.
Koch lands with a slapping head kick.
Sotto Jr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Koch's sensitive parts.
Sotto Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Koch.
Koch lands with a hook. Sotto Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sotto Jr ducks under a wild hook from Koch.
Sotto Jr throws a right hand that Koch ducks under and follows up with a left that Koch also avoids with ease.
Koch slips under a jab from Sotto Jr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sotto Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Koch tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sotto Jr manages to circle out of the way.
Koch throws a solid leg kick but Sotto Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Koch.
Koch avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Koch fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Koch takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sotto Jr is looking to chop away at Koch's legs.
Koch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sotto Jr. Sotto Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Koch definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Crunch! Koch slams his shin into Sotto Jr's torso.
Sotto Jr attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Koch throws a head kick but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Sotto Jr misses with a series of wild punches.
Koch looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sotto Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Koch appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Koch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big right from Koch misses.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick that misses
and Koch counters with a left and a right that stings Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koch lands with an overhand left.#ROC#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Koch flashes Sotto Jr a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Sotto Jr's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Sotto Jr crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Koch punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jacob Koch!
Jacob Koch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Ascension 1203
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Ballesteros drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ballesteros scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Ballesteros drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ballesteros jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Sotto Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ballesteros stays in close to Sotto Jr's body and controls the position.
Ballesteros working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sotto Jr's head.
Sotto Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ballesteros. #T1#
Sotto Jr pulls Ballesteros in close to prevent any damage.
Ballesteros throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sotto Jr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ballesteros landing with the ground and pound.
Ballesteros has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ballesteros stands up over Sotto Jr, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sotto Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Sotto Jr keeping moving, preventing Ballesteros from controlling successfully.
Sotto Jr is trying to keep Ballesteros in close.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ballesteros controlling from the top position.
Ballesteros in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ballesteros is working Sotto Jr over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ballesteros content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ballesteros tries to free his leg and advance position but Sotto Jr is retaining full guard.
Ballesteros throwing strikes but missing.
Ballesteros lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Sotto Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ballesteros is one step ahead there.
Sotto Jr keeping moving, preventing Ballesteros from controlling successfully.
Sotto Jr wants to sweep here but Ballesteros controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballesteros working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sotto Jr has control of Ballesteros's left arm, preventing Ballesteros from doing any damage.
Ballesteros lands a couple of elbows.
Ballesteros seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ballesteros preventing the sweep. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ballesteros connects with a couple of short punches.
Ballesteros passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sotto Jr regains half guard, as Ballesteros was trying to land strikes.
Ballesteros throwing shots but Sotto Jr is blocking nicely.
Ballesteros thows a huge punch but Sotto Jr dodges it nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sotto Jr gets back to full guard.
Ballesteros throws a strike but Sotto Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sotto Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballesteros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Seve Ballesteros dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Ballesteros is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sotto Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Ballesteros! Sotto Jr is out on his feet! Ballesteros rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Sotto Jr is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Sotto Jr is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Seve Ballesteros!
Our winner, Seve Ballesteros, 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:
Ascension 1109
Date: Nov 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Aoki shoots for a takedown but Sotto Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sotto Jr.
Aoki blocks a head kick by Sotto Jr.
Aoki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Aoki throws a shot to the body.
#TD#
Aoki closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sotto Jr to the mat! Sotto Jr manages to get full guard.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
Aoki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sotto Jr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Aoki keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sotto Jr's head.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Sotto Jr.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Sotto Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sotto Jr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Aoki's guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Sotto Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aoki controlling Sotto Jr's posture.
Sotto Jr postures up.
Aoki has momentary wrist control but Sotto Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
Sotto Jr trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Aoki is looking for a triangle but Sotto Jr pushes his legs off easily.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Aoki looking for subs off his back but Sotto Jr has passed one foot through into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Aoki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sotto Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Aoki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sotto Jr.
Aoki trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Aoki strikes from the bottom but Sotto Jr passes into mount!
Aoki is trying desperately to improve position.
Aoki sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as Sotto Jr sits in half guard. #T4#
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Sotto Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sotto Jr is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sotto Jr lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Aoki hang on?
Aoki bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Aoki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Sotto Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki is really struggling to control Sotto Jr but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sotto Jr trying to keep a closed guard but Aoki is proving a slippery customer.
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 Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sotto Jr throws a right and a left that Aoki avoids nicely.
Sotto Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sotto Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Sloppy strikes from Sotto Jr. Those never looked like landing.
Aoki is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A jab lands there for Sotto Jr.
Aoki checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aoki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sotto Jr sprawls and moves away.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot.
Aoki attempts a counter takedown but Sotto Jr avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Aoki looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sotto Jr is fending him off so far but Aoki persists. Nope, Sotto Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
Sotto Jr misses with a straight right.
Sotto Jr throws a wild body kick that Aoki sees coming a mile off.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick but Aoki checks it.
Sotto Jr throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aoki 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.
Aoki postures up and lands a big shot to Sotto Jr's brow.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Sotto Jr blocks nicely.
Aoki with a nice head shot there.
Sotto Jr keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Aoki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Aoki pushing down on Sotto Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Aoki has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aoki lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sotto Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Aoki is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sotto Jr has hold of Aoki's hands but Aoki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aoki with the ground and pound but Sotto Jr uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
Sotto Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sotto Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aoki postures up in Sotto Jr's guard and throws a big left but Sotto Jr blocks it.
Aoki throws a strike but Sotto Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Aoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sotto Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki striking off his back but it's not causing Sotto Jr any problems.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sotto Jr working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Aoki 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.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Sotto Jr from controlling successfully.
Aoki tries to strike from the bottom.
Aoki wants to improve his position but instead Sotto Jr has moved into half guard.
Sotto Jr is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aoki is trying to maintain the position but Sotto Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
Sotto Jr perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aoki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Aoki.
Aoki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sotto Jr's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Aoki has gone for a leg lock! Sotto Jr slips out almost immediately though and dives into Aoki's guard.#REVB#
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Sotto Jr from controlling successfully.
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 Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
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#
Aoki avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr misses with a body kick.
Aoki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aoki takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sotto Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aoki.
Sotto Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Aoki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aoki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aoki sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Aoki takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T1#
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr cracks Aoki with an open hand slap.
Sotto Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Aoki.
Aoki checks the leg kick.
Aoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sotto Jr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Aoki lands a nice hook to Sotto Jr's body. Sotto Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sotto Jr misses with a left hand #TD#
so Aoki counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Aoki content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sotto Jr is on top in guard.
#REVB##T2#
Sotto Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Aoki throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sotto Jr escapes and throws Aoki's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sotto Jr tries to move to mount but Aoki blocks the move with his legs.
Aoki throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Aoki wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#SUB2#
Sotto Jr is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Aoki is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Umberto Sotto Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard.
Aoki struggling a bit here.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sotto Jr's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Sotto Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping busy.
Aoki is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Sotto Jr prevents Aoki from improving his position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Aoki is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sotto Jr won't be happy with that.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Umberto Sotto Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
Ascension 101
Date: Oct 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Crane comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sotto Jr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've been told by Crane's head coaches at Montreal Athletic Center 5* spar that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sotto Jr cracks a nice hook into Crane's ribs.
Crane stuns Sotto Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Crane bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sotto Jr's head.
Sotto Jr slips under a jab.
Sotto Jr feints a counter leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Sotto Jr.
Crane throws a hook but Sotto Jr avoids it easily.
Crane swinging wildly here.
Sotto Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Sotto Jr pushes Crane away with a front kick.
Sotto Jr cracks the inside of Crane's front leg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Crane blocks a jab.#T1#
Sotto Jr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Crane counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sotto Jr moves away.
Sotto Jr tries to bum rush Crane with a series of wild strikes but Crane uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sotto Jr lands a head kick!
Crane swings for the body but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Sotto Jr scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Crane lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sotto Jr scores with a three punch combo!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crane fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Crane misses with a body shot
and Sotto Jr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Crane thinking.
Sotto Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Crane appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Crane is looking to wear down Sotto Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Crane looks to land a combination but Sotto Jr avoids it well.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Crane lands a right hook to the body.
Crane lands an overhand right.
Sotto Jr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Crane misses its target.#T2#
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Sotto Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Sotto Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Crane takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Crane scores with a hook to the body. Sotto Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Crane scores with a hook to the body. Sotto Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sotto Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crane was well out of range. Poor timing from Sotto Jr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Crane. Sotto Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Crane throws a big shot that misses.
Crane misses the shot to the body.
Sotto Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Crane bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Crane off balance momentarily.
Crane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sotto Jr is looking to score with low kicks.
Sotto Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Crane counters with a left to the body.
Crane throws a right hand that misses
and Sotto Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Crane throws a jab when Sotto Jr was well out of range.#T3#
Some wild striking there from Crane.
Crane jabs at Sotto Jr's body.
Sotto Jr misses with a double jab.
It looked like Crane wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Crane ducks under a wild hook from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr throws the kick towards the body but Crane avoids it.
Crane checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sotto Jr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Sotto Jr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sotto Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Sotto Jr.
Crane scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sotto Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sotto Jr throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Crane misses with an uppercut.
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!
Crane connects with a right hand. Sotto Jr shakes it off.
A lazy body kick from Sotto Jr
and Crane counters with a series of strikes. Sotto Jr will be more careful next time no doubt.
Crane dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Crane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sotto Jr manages to avoid it.
Sotto Jr is looking for the big counter here.
Crane cracks Sotto Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Crane.
A little feinted left hand from Crane on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Crane punishes Sotto Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Crane misses with a body shot.
Crane misses with a shot to the body
and Sotto Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sotto Jr throws a looping overhand right but Crane ducks down to avoid it.
A big left from Crane misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sotto Jr looks to land a combination but Crane avoids it well.
Crane swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Crane just misses with a punch to the body.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sotto Jr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Crane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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 Ichabod Crane 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#
Crane keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sotto Jr ducks under a wild hook from Crane.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#CL#
and Crane counters by moving into the clinch.
Crane will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sotto Jr up against the cage.#BC#
Crane's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ichabod Crane is winning the standup battle so far.
Crane moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Crane swinging wildly here.
Sotto Jr lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Crane swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sotto Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sotto Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Crane slips a jab and a cross from Sotto Jr.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Crane blocks it.#T1#
Sotto Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Crane.
The fighters circling - Sotto Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Crane is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Crane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sotto Jr.
Crane throws a hook but Sotto Jr blocks it.
Crane just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sotto Jr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sotto Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sotto Jr throws a shot from downtown. Crane moves away and avoids it.
Crane lands a jab.
Sotto Jr looks for the body kick but Crane saw that one coming.
Crane closes the distance looking to clinch
and Sotto Jr counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
Sotto Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crane.
Sotto Jr throws a push kick but Crane slaps the foot to one side.
Crane throws a body punch but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Crane misses with a body shot.
Sotto Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Crane counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot
and Crane counters with a straight right hand.
Crane swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Crane wants to clinch up but Sotto Jr keeps it at a distance.
Crane thuds his right hand into Sotto Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sotto Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
A counter left hand to the body from Crane misses its target.
Sotto Jr slips a straight right by Crane.
Crane dips to his left and cracks Sotto Jr with an uppercut!
Sotto Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Crane throws out the jab.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sotto Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sotto Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Crane lands a nice looking body shot.
Sotto Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sotto Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Crane moves out of range easily.
Crane throwing a counter right hand but Sotto Jr manages to avoid it.
Crane swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sotto Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sotto Jr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Sotto Jr misses with an uppercut.
Sotto Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sotto Jr clobbers Crane with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Crane lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sotto Jr at a distance.
Sotto Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Crane counters with a nice body shot.
Crane slips under a jab from Sotto Jr.
Crane throws a body punch but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Crane lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crane lands with a good body shot.
Sotto Jr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT2#
It looks like Ichabod Crane has been cut.#T4#
Crane has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sotto Jr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Crane. Sotto Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sotto Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Crane bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Crane scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sotto Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Crane jabs at Sotto Jr's body.
Sotto Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good shot there by Crane.#ROC#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Crane feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Sotto Jr crashing to the mat! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Ichabod Crane!
During a confident post fight interview, Ichabod Crane thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
AD375: Dark Wings, Dark Words
Date: Sep 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr avoids the body shot from Pietrzak.
Sotto Jr looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Pietrzak connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sotto Jr's hands.
Sotto Jr misses with a shot to the body
and Pietrzak counters with a straight right hand.
Sotto Jr motions for Pietrzak to come forward. Sotto Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Pietrzak rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sotto Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sotto Jr works the jab nicely.
Pietrzak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sotto Jr throws a looping overhand right but Pietrzak ducks down to avoid it.
Pietrzak with the counter takedown but Sotto Jr avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr tries to land a front kick but Pietrzak steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sotto Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A leg kick checked by Pietrzak.
Pietrzak is looking to land body kicks.
Pietrzak misses with a body shot.
Sotto Jr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sotto Jr throws a front kick that sends Pietrzak stumbling back into the cage.
Sotto Jr throws a series of strikes that have Pietrzak backpedaling.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pietrzak throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sotto Jr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pietrzak takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sotto Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Pietrzak throws an off balance right hand
letting Sotto Jr counter with a right hand.
Sotto Jr misses with a two punch combination.
A jab from Sotto Jr finds it's way through Pietrzak's defenses.
Pietrzak cracks Sotto Jr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bartek Pietrzak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sotto Jr. Pietrzak does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sotto Jr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sotto Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Pietrzak, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sotto Jr misses with an uppercut. Pietrzak saw that one coming.
Sotto Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pietrzak 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.
Pietrzak misses the body punch
and Sotto Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sotto Jr connects with a leg kick. Pietrzak looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
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!
Pietrzak on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sotto Jr scores with a push kick.
Pietrzak dodges the punch combination from Sotto Jr.
#T2#
Sotto Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pietrzak connects with a nice looking jab.
Pietrzak throws a leg kick but Sotto Jr checks it.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pietrzak takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
It looks like Sotto Jr has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Pietrzak smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sotto Jr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pietrzak's sensitive parts.
Sotto Jr thuds a left hand into Pietrzak's body.
Sotto Jr ducks under a wild hook from Pietrzak.
Pietrzak checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sotto Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pietrzak tries to bum rush Sotto Jr with a series of wild strikes but Sotto Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sotto Jr seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Pietrzak off balance momentarily.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pietrzak.
Sotto Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pietrzak lands a two punch combo.
Pietrzak misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sotto Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sotto Jr slips a straight right by Pietrzak.#T3#
Pietrzak moves out of range of the body kick.
Pietrzak scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pietrzak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sotto Jr manages to avoid it.
Sotto Jr throwing a counter right hand but Pietrzak manages to avoid it.
Pietrzak misses with a hook to the body
and Sotto Jr counters with a head kick.
Sotto Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Sotto Jr misses the shot to the body.
Pietrzak tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pietrzak swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pietrzak bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sotto Jr's head backwards.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick which misses Pietrzak's front leg but catches the back leg as Pietrzak tries to avoid it.
Good shot there by Pietrzak.
A jab from Pietrzak does it's job there.
Good work by Sotto Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Pietrzak cracks Sotto Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pietrzak takes a swing at Sotto Jr's ribcage but misses.
Pietrzak is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sotto Jr had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Pietrzak takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sotto Jr.
Pietrzak comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Sotto Jr takes a jab right on the kisser.
#ROC2#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Pietrzak goes for a small jab and connects. Now Pietrzak goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Sotto Jr stumbles back but Pietrzak runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Sotto Jr to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Sotto Jr will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bartek Pietrzak!
A relieved looking Bartek Pietrzak 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:
AD372: Blackwater
Date: Aug 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Sotto Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mosaddegh misses with a wild body shot.
Mosaddegh moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSotto Jr.
Some wild striking there from Mosaddegh.
It seemed like Sotto Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sotto Jr moves out of range as Mosaddegh strikes.
Sotto Jr throws a counter combo.
Mosaddegh digs a good hook to Sotto Jr's body.
Mosaddegh throws a series of punches but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mosaddegh. Sotto Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sotto Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Mosaddegh bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mosaddegh looks to score with a jab to the body but Sotto Jr is just out of range.
Mosaddegh dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mosaddegh misses with a left hand
and Sotto Jr counters with a three punch combo that has Mosaddegh backing up. Mosaddegh nods at Sotto Jr to acknowledge the strikes.
Mosaddegh connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
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!
Mosaddegh misses with a looping right.
Mosaddegh throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mosaddegh's corner calls for a 1-2. Mosaddegh obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Mosaddegh lands a jab to the head.
Mosaddegh throws a hook but Sotto Jr blocks it.
Mosaddegh checks a low kick from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Mosaddegh off balance momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Mosaddegh.
Mosaddegh throws a lazy uppercut
and Sotto Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Mosaddegh has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bruize Brothaz in the buildup to the fight.
Sotto Jr avoids the body shot from Mosaddegh.
Mosaddegh misses with a hook to the body
and Sotto Jr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A punch combination from Mosaddegh misses.
Mosaddegh waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Mosaddegh bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mosaddegh fails to land with a series of punches.
Sotto Jr lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mosaddegh stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr slips under a jab from Mosaddegh.#T2##CL#
Mosaddegh clinches up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mosaddegh blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Sotto Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mosaddegh misses with a straight right.
Sotto Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A bone on bone clash there as Sotto Jr blocks the leg kick.
Mosaddegh throws a body punch but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Mosaddegh throws an overhand right that lands on Sotto Jr's shoulder, as Sotto Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Mosaddegh misses with a looping right.
Mosaddegh scores with a jab to the body.
Sotto Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Mosaddegh.
Mosaddegh looks to land a left hand but Sotto Jr moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sotto Jr! But no joy.
Sotto Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mohsen Mosaddegh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice straight punches there by Mosaddegh. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mosaddegh.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mosaddegh, as that shot connected.
A slow jab from Mosaddegh misses its intended target.
Mosaddegh takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mosaddegh misses with a low kick.
Sotto Jr defending well as Mosaddegh loads up on a big left hand.
Mosaddegh gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sotto Jr cracks Mosaddegh with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT2#
It looks like Mohsen Mosaddegh has been cut.
Mosaddegh lands the left hand.
Mosaddegh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A telegraphed right hand from Mosaddegh misses the target.
Mosaddegh with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mosaddegh dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sotto Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mosaddegh tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Sotto Jr counter with a right hand.
Mosaddegh lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sotto Jr connects with a solid leg kick.
A shot to the body from Mosaddegh misses
enabling Sotto Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Mosaddegh finds it's target.
Sotto Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#ROC#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Mosaddegh thuds a left hand into Sotto Jr's body.
Sotto Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Mosaddegh finish him?
Sotto Jr looks winded!
Mosaddegh fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sotto Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mosaddegh lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Sotto Jr head around and knocks him out cold! Mosaddegh hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mohsen Mosaddegh!
Mohsen Mosaddegh retains his featherweight title!
Mohsen Mosaddegh bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
AD364: 155lb Tournament Finale
Date: Jul 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Yossarian throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yossarian fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sotto Jr.
Yossarian slips under a jab from Sotto Jr.
Nice shot lands for Yossarian.
Yossarian throws a half hearted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sotto Jr! But no joy.
Sotto Jr misses with a hook.
Yossarian misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Sotto Jr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yossarian throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sotto Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A nice inside leg kick there by Yossarian. That's going to slow Sotto Jr down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yossarian lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#KD2#
Sotto Jr lands a big head kick that sends Yossarian tumbling to the mat! Sotto Jr takes a step backwards and waves Yossarian back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Yossarian is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sotto Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Oh Yossarian is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Yossarian throws a right hand that misses
and Sotto Jr scores with a counter punch that sends Yossarian to the canvas! Sotto Jr smells blood - he's punishing Yossarian with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Yossarian has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Umberto Sotto Jr!
During a confident post fight interview, Umberto Sotto Jr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
AD359:155lb Tournament R2
Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Yaj misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sotto Jr stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sotto Jr wants it to stay on the feet.
Yaj loads up on a big right hand but Sotto Jr slips the punch.
Yaj swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Yaj takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sotto Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Yaj closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Yaj trying to control the action but Sotto Jr is working from the bottom.
Sotto Jr is looking for a sweep. Yaj is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sotto Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sotto Jr.
Yaj slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sotto Jr is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Yaj is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T1#
Sotto Jr is squirming around, avoiding Yaj's attempts to control the action.
Sotto Jr is trying to escape the mount.
Yaj misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Sotto Jr sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Yaj wants to pass to mount but Sotto Jr is defending the position.
Sotto Jr tries to roll over but Yaj keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sotto Jr wants to control but Yaj is keeping busy.
Yaj trying to pass the guard but Sotto Jr defending well. #T2#
Yaj throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Yaj throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Yaj is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Yaj with the ground and pound but Sotto Jr uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Yaj wants to control from the top but Sotto Jr keeps moving.
Yaj might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Yaj postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sotto Jr pulls Yaj in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Sotto Jr 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.
Yaj missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Yaj landing with the ground and pound.
Sotto Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Yaj tries to free his leg and advance position but Sotto Jr is retaining full guard.
Sotto Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sotto Jr keeping full guard, as Yaj tries to pass.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Yaj's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sotto Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Yaj manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Sotto Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Yaj is retaining full guard.
Yaj being controlled here, momentarily.
Yaj pulls Sotto Jr in to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sotto Jr seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Yaj keeping moving, preventing Sotto Jr from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leo Yaj 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#
Sotto Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yaj.
Sotto Jr jabs at Yaj's body.
Yaj showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sotto Jr.
#TD#
Yaj looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sotto Jr!
Sotto Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Sotto Jr manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Yaj tries to get to full guard but Sotto Jr has control of the leg.
Sotto Jr trying to mount his opponent but Yaj defends it. #T1#
Sotto Jr stalling.
Leo Yaj overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sotto Jr is thwarting Yaj's attempts to control the position.
Sotto Jr is trying to control. Yaj wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sotto Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sotto Jr is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sotto Jr with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Yaj is trying to get back to full guard.
Sotto Jr trying to control from half guard but Yaj is working away.
Yaj won't allow Sotto Jr to pass to mount.
Yaj trying to hold on to Sotto Jr's head to control him but Sotto Jr postures up.
#T3#
Yaj is trying to get back to full guard.
Sotto Jr is looking to take a break and control but Yaj is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yaj walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice sprawl there from Sotto Jr as Yaj shoots in.
Sotto Jr throws a counter combo.
Yaj is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Sotto Jr lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sotto Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Yaj misses with a right hand
and Sotto Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yaj shoots and misses
and Sotto Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Yaj shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sotto Jr counters with a low kick, right behind Yaj 's knee.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Yaj. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sotto Jr throws a head kick that Yaj semi-blocks.
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!
Yaj avoids the body shot from Sotto Jr.
Yaj misses with a takedown
and Sotto Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fight stays on the outside here - Yaj looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sotto Jr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL#
Yaj has Sotto Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaj.
Yaj lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Sotto Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##KD2#
Sotto Jr sends Yaj crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Sotto Jr is motioning to the referee to let Yaj up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Yaj is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Sotto Jr fakes the body blow, causing Yaj to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Yaj goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Umberto Sotto Jr!
A victorious Umberto Sotto Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Leo Yaj was interviewed post fight and said 'Noooo, two losses in a row :-(('.
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Event:
AD355:Lindgren Vs Bailey Sr.
Date: Jun 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Ramirez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sotto Jr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ramirez scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheers as Ramirez lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sotto Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Ramirez tries to clinch but Sotto Jr moves away
and Sotto Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Ramirez has been cut.
Ramirez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sotto Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ramirez misses with a looping left.
Ramirez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Ramirez finds it's way through Sotto Jr's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sotto Jr misses with a left hand
and Ramirez counters with a low kick, right behind Sotto Jr 's knee.
Ramirez fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ramirez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sotto Jr.#T1#
Sotto Jr misses with an uppercut
and Ramirez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A nice combination there by Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr tests Ramirez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sotto Jr fakes the leg kick and cracks Ramirez in the body.
Ramirez throws a shot to the body.
Ramirez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sotto Jr in his tracks. #CL2#
Ramirez clinches up against the cage.
Ramirez misses with a body punch.
Ramirez displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sotto Jr up against the cage.
Come on Sotto Jr - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ramirez misses with a body punch.
Ramirez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sotto Jr's elbow.
Ramirez has Sotto Jr pressed against the cage.
Sotto Jr working aggressively here.
Sotto Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sotto Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sotto Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Ramirez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sotto Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Ramirez.
Stalling in the clinch from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ramirez pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sotto Jr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T3#
Sotto Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ramirez tries to throw a body punch but Sotto Jr avoids it by throwing Ramirez back against the cage. #BC2#
Ramirez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ramirez lands a nice hook to Sotto Jr's body. Sotto Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sotto Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A jab from Ramirez misses.
Sotto Jr appears to be looking for a big counter.
That kick from Ramirez tenderised Sotto Jr's leg. Sotto Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ramirez misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Sotto Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A low kick from Ramirez misses
and Sotto Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A nice combination there by Sotto Jr.
Ramirez misses with a low kick as Sotto Jr jumps back.
A low kick from Ramirez is predictable there
and Ramirez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Ramirez thuds a left hand into Sotto Jr's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ramirez connects with an inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Ramirez. Beautiful body shot.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ramirez throws a looping overhand right but Sotto Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Ramirez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ramirez misses with a takedown attempt - Sotto Jr sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Ramirez.
Ramirez sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Sotto Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ramirez.
Sotto Jr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Ramirez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Ramirez's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ramirez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sotto Jr moves away.
A big left from Ramirez misses.
Sotto Jr wants to land a leg kick but Ramirez is out of range.
Ramirez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sotto Jr defends it well.
Nice body punch from Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sotto Jr moves forwards but Ramirez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sotto Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ramirez. Ramirez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Ramirez finds it's way through Sotto Jr's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sotto Jr 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.
Ramirez scores with a hook.
Sotto Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ramirez throws out the jab. #T1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ramirez.
Sotto Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Ramirez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sotto Jr at a distance.
Ramirez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A head kick from Sotto Jr lands but Ramirez takes it in his stride.
Ramirez jabs at Sotto Jr's body.
Ramirez lands with a cross.
Ramirez misses with a shot to the body
letting Sotto Jr counter with a right hand.
Ramirez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ramirez scores with a decent looking hook.
Ramirez with a poor takedown
and Sotto Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Ramirez is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Ricardo Ramirez's cut even more.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ramirez misses the shot to the body.
Ramirez is still on wobbly legs! Can Sotto Jr finish him?
Ricardo Ramirez seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Ramirez.
Ramirez seems to have recovered his senses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ramirez 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 Sotto Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sotto Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ramirez lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sotto Jr backs up against the cage.
Sotto Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ramirez.
A little feinted left hand from Sotto Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sotto Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ramirez.
Sotto Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ramirez loads up on a big right hand but Sotto Jr slips the punch.
Ramirez takes a swing at Sotto Jr's ribcage but misses.
Sotto Jr misses the body punch
letting Ramirez counter with a right hand.
Sotto Jr misses with a leg kick.
Sotto Jr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ramirez throws a front kick aimed at Sotto Jr's knee but Sotto Jr avoids it well. #T3#
Ramirez throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sotto Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sotto Jr throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ramirez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sotto Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ramirez throws a jab but it's blocked by Sotto Jr.
Sotto Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ricardo Ramirez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ramirez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ramirez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ramirez misses with a low kick as Sotto Jr jumps back.
Ramirez misses with a straight right.
Sotto Jr throwing a counter right hand but Ramirez manages to avoid it.
Sotto Jr throws a solid leg kick but Ramirez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sotto Jr.
Ramirez cracks the inside of Sotto Jr's front leg. #T4#
Sotto Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ramirez lands with a good body shot.
Ramirez cracks the inside of Sotto Jr's front leg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sotto Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sotto Jr throws out a loose jab but Ramirez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ramirez connects with a right hand. Sotto Jr shakes it off.
Ramirez misses with a body shot.
Ramirez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sotto Jr defends it nicely.
Sotto Jr is looking for a counter combo.
Ramirez tries to work over Sotto Jr's front leg with a kick but Sotto Jr checks it.
Sotto Jr throwing a counter right hand but Ramirez manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Ramirez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Ramirez's cut.
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#
Ramirez feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sotto Jr's calf.
Sotto Jr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ramirez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sotto Jr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sotto Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ramirez moves away.
Sotto Jr checks the leg kick.
Sotto Jr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ramirez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sotto Jr in his tracks.
Ramirez looks to land a left hand but Sotto Jr moved out of range nicely.
Ramirez lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ramirez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice body punch from Ramirez. #T1#
Ramirez misses the body punch
and Sotto Jr counters with a thumping low kick.
Ramirez fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sotto Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ramirez takes a swing at Sotto Jr's ribcage but misses.
Ramirez misses the jab.
Sotto Jr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ramirez just manages to avoid it.
Ramirez throws a body punch but Sotto Jr moves out of range.
Sotto Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Ramirez closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Sotto Jr is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ramirez is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Sotto Jr to the mat. Sotto Jr regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sotto Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sotto Jr working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ramirez. #T2#
Ramirez won't allow Sotto Jr to sweep him here.
Sotto Jr trying to control the position.
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Sotto Jr is keeping the position.
Sotto Jr working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramirez throws a big right hand that misses.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Ramirez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sotto Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sotto Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sotto Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sotto Jr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ramirez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Umberto Sotto Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Sotto Jr misses with a series of wild punches.
Sotto Jr avoids the body shot from Ramirez.
Sotto Jr throwing a counter right hand but Ramirez manages to avoid it.
Sotto Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ramirez moves into range and connects with a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Sotto Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ramirez attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sotto Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sotto Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sotto Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ramirez.
A big right from Sotto Jr misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ramirez, right into the meat.
#T4#
Sotto Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sotto Jr misses with a straight left.
Ramirez thuds a left hand into Sotto Jr's body.
Sotto Jr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ramirez throws a solid leg kick but Sotto Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ramirez.
A shot to the body from Sotto Jr misses
and Ramirez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ramirez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ramirez tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ramirez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sotto Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Sotto Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ricardo Ramirez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sotto Jr takes one to the chin there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ricardo Ramirez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ramirez 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricardo Ramirez!
Ricardo Ramirez took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Perkele! for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
AD350: Rosalina
Date: May 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Mosaddegh is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sotto Jr.
Mosaddegh throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sotto Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mosaddegh misses with a hook
and Sotto Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Mosaddegh moves into the clinch.
Mosaddegh avoiding damage.
Sotto Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mosaddegh effectively controlling the action here.
Mosaddegh tries to throw a body punch but Sotto Jr avoids it by throwing Mosaddegh back against the cage.
Sotto Jr wants to stall.
Sotto Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mosaddegh tries to work over Sotto Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sotto Jr lands with a left to the head.
Mosaddegh throws a head punch that misses.
Sotto Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mosaddegh blocks a body shot from Sotto Jr. #BC2#
Sotto Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Sotto Jr misses with a looping left.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A right hook to the body lands for Mosaddegh.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sotto Jr takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Sotto Jr blocks a body shot from Mosaddegh. #BC2#
Sotto Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mosaddegh misses the jab.
A shot to the liver by Mosaddegh. Beautiful body shot.
Mosaddegh lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CL#
Sotto Jr tries to keep at a distance but Mosaddegh has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mosaddegh goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sotto Jr working aggressively here.
Mosaddegh fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sotto Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Mosaddegh controls the action.
#T2#
Mosaddegh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mosaddegh throws a head punch that misses.
Mosaddegh has a couple of punches blocked by Sotto Jr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mosaddegh lands with a left to the head.
Mosaddegh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sotto Jr will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mosaddegh up against the cage.
Sotto Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mosaddegh is pressed up against the cage. Sotto Jr has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mosaddegh down to the mat. Mosaddegh avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sotto Jr looks to land a body kick but Mosaddegh moved away.
Mosaddegh lands with a right hand.
Mohsen Mosaddegh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Mosaddegh does no damage.
Mosaddegh moves out of range as Sotto Jr strikes.
Mosaddegh wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Sotto Jr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mosaddegh.
Mosaddegh was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mosaddegh digs a good body shot into Sotto Jr's ribs.#T3#
A jab from Mosaddegh does it's job there.#CL#
Mosaddegh clinches up against the cage.
Mosaddegh throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mosaddegh manages to break the clinch.
Jab, jab by Mosaddegh - just one landing.
Mosaddegh bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sotto Jr misses with a body kick.
Sotto Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Some wild striking there from Sotto Jr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mosaddegh. Sotto Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mosaddegh lands a glancing blow to the side of Sotto Jr's head.#ROC#
Sotto Jr is rocked!
Mosaddegh lands with a big right hook that stumbles Sotto Jr - he's out on his feet here! Mosaddegh follows up with another monster hook that separates Sotto Jr from consciousness! Sotto Jr falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Mosaddegh stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mohsen Mosaddegh!
After the fight, Mohsen Mosaddegh was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
AD343: Super Luigi
Date: Apr 06, 2016 |
#R1##KD2#
Sotto Jr lands a big uppercut and Moreno crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Moreno looks OK. Sotto Jr waves Moreno back to his feet!#ROC2#
Moreno is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Paulo Moreno has been cut.
Moreno 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.
Oh Moreno is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Moreno moves out of range as Sotto Jr throws a body kick.
Moreno misses with a body punch
and Sotto Jr counters with a big right hand! Oh Moreno is in trouble here! Sotto Jr follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Umberto Sotto Jr!
After winning the bout, Umberto Sotto Jr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Paulo Moreno had this to say: 'Sa lahat ng ayaw sakin mga putang ina niyo.'.
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