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Event:
Grunge 20: Kurt Was Murdered
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Danga de danga de dang - Privilege scores with a four punch combination!
Privilege buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Backlund shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Privilege but Privilege pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Privilege is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Backlund stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Privilege.
A solid leg kick lands there for Privilege.
Backlund misses with a takedown attempt
and Privilege counters with an inside leg kick.
Backlund has a takedown stuffed.
Privilege 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.
White Privilege has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bob Backlund.#KD#
Privilege lands a big head kick that sends Backlund tumbling to the mat! Privilege takes a step backwards and waves Backlund back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Backlund is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bob Backlund has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Privilege with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Backlund is still on wobbly legs! Can Privilege finish him?
Privilege throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Backlund crumples to the floor and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). White Privilege!
White Privilege seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Grunge 17: Last Kiss
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Tonu dives in and scores a takedown into Backlund's guard.#SUB#
Backlund throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Backlund is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Backlund wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Backlund has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tonu is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Backlund.
Tonu tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Backlund's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tonu is looking to take a break and control but Backlund is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Tonu grinds an elbow into Backlund's temple.
Tonu laying and praying for a moment but Backlund takes advantage and regains half guard.
Tonu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Backlund. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tonu is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Backlund!
Backlund prevents Tonu from taking his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tonu content just to control the position here.
Backlund is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Tonu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Backlund sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tonu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tonu's back!
Tonu trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Tonu is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Backlund is staying active.#SUB#
Backlund working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Tonu trying to control the action but Backlund just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Backlund working for a choke but Tonu is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Backlund is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Tonu is defending well though. Backlund let's go of the attempt for now.
Tonu wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Backlund working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Tonu trying to control the action but Backlund just sinks the hooks in.
Backlund keeps control of the position as Tonu tries to break free.
Tonu is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Backlund off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T4##SUB#
Tonu is trying to roll into a better position but Backlund has get a rear naked choke and Tonu is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bob Backlund!
In his post fight interview, Bob Backlund started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Grunge 14: Mudhoney
Date: Aug 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Grena throws a right and a left that Backlund avoids nicely. #TD2#
Backlund closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Grena did well to prevent Backlund getting side control.#SUB2#
Backlund seems to be working for a kimura but Grena defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Grena is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
Backlund content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena trying to control but Backlund postures up.
#T1#
Backlund controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Backlund is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Grena defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but Grena is defending well.
Backlund controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Backlund wants to work for an arm triangle but Grena is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Backlund passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Grena!
You get the feeling that Grena really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#SUB2#
Backlund wants to finish this one by submission but Grena is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Backlund. #SUB2#
Backlund jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Grena manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Backlund has an Americana. Grena didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Backlund is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Backlund hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
ADWGC NY 2
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Donald Trump (ranked 5479 p4p, 526 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 10625 p4p, 647 weight class). Backlund has chosen Dance Fucker as his entrance music. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Donald Trump! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 12 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Columbo Gatti and Reed Andrews.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Trump gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Trump has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Backlund after a bit of a struggle.
Trump has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Backlund is trying to keep an underhook but Trump manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Trump (2) vs (0) Backlund
Trump wants to control but Backlund is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trump moves into full mount! Backlund won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (5) vs (0) Backlund
Trump trying to control but Backlund is having none of it.
Trump is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Backlund is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trump prevents Backlund from getting the reversal.
We've been hearing good reports from Trump's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trump can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Backlund is looking to escape.
Trump manages to capitalize on a mistake by Backlund to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Trump (8) vs (0) Backlund
Trump wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
Backlund is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Backlund is still trying to improve position.
Trump just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Backlund trying to control the position but Trump manages to sink in the hooks.
Trump is trying to stick to Backlund's back but Backlund is turning into Trump. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Trump's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Backlund. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trump (8) vs (2) Backlund
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Trump trying to control the position.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Trump keeps moving.
Trump might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Trump wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
Trump pulls Backlund in close to prevent any damage.
Trump keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Trump is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Trump keeps moving.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Trump is trying to control the position but Backlund postures up.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trump is keeping the position for now.
Trump working a defensive guard here.
Trump managing to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund drops back looking for a leg! Trump is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Trump manages to kick Backlund off! Backlund jumps back into Trump's guard.
Trump has his hands on Backlund's head, controlling the position.
Trump working a defensive guard here.
Trump is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Trump manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trump (10) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund controls Trump momentarily but Trump frees himself.
Backlund is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Trump is aware though and is defending well.
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trump not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Backlund controls Trump momentarily but Trump frees himself.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund has his hands on Trump's head, controlling the position.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Trump from controlling successfully.
Trump slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Trump postures up.
Trump stays in close to Backlund's body and controls the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund working a defensive guard here.
Trump got a little sloppy there for a moment and Backlund has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trump has managed to get both his arms back between Backlund's legs - danger averted.
Backlund working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Trump has passed into half guard!
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Trump works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (13) vs (2) Backlund
Trump controls the position.
Backlund tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Trump wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Trump wants to lay and pray for a moment but Backlund keeps working.
Backlund tries to bench press Trump off him but Trump keeps the position.
Trump has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Trump (15) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund tries to reverse the position but Trump maintains control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Trump looking to control but Backlund is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Backlund is wriggling around trying to escape.
Trump tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Backlund regains half guard.
Backlund is refusing to be controlled, as Trump sits in half guard.
Backlund looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Backlund is not content to let Trump control the position.
Trump works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (18) vs (2) Backlund
Trump controlling his opponent.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund can't escape the position.
Trump controlling from the full mount.
Backlund is squirming around, avoiding Trump's attempts to control the action.
Trump content just to control the position here.
Backlund is squirming around, avoiding Trump's attempts to control the action.
Trump controlling the pace for now.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to hold on but Trump postures up.
Trump looking to control but Backlund is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Backlund tries to hold on but Trump pushes him away.
Trump trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Backlund tries to lock up and control but Trump gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Trump sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Backlund regains half guard.
Well, if Trump is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Trump is controlling well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Trump won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Trump trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Trump passes Backlund's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Trump works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (21) vs (2) Backlund
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund tries to reverse the position but Trump maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trump takes the fight on points by 21 to 2.
After winning the bout, Donald Trump thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
ADWGC 10
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 10770 p4p, 641 weight class) and Bosco Iwoba (ranked 1620 p4p, 207 weight class). Backlund comes to the cage accompanied by Dance Fucker. Iwoba has chosen Hercules* as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bosco Iwoba!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Backlund fails to land the takedown.
Backlund fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Backlund shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Iwoba napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Backlund (4) vs (0) Iwoba
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Iwoba is trying to improve his position.
Iwoba can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwoba sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Iwoba manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Iwoba 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.
Backlund 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.
Backlund stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Iwoba swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Backlund stands and throws Iwoba's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (7) vs (0) Iwoba
Iwoba sneaks back into half guard.
Iwoba tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but Iwoba defending well.
Backlund seems to be working for a kimura but Iwoba defends the submission attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Iwoba tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
Backlund is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Backlund seems to be looking for submissions.
Iwoba tries to get to full guard but Backlund has control of the leg.
Iwoba is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund moves into full mount! Iwoba won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (10) vs (0) Iwoba
Backlund looking to secure an arm triangle but Iwoba defends it well.
Iwoba is trying desperately to improve position.
Backlund avoids the attempt from Iwoba to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Iwoba tries to reverse the position but Backlund maintains control.
Iwoba defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Backlund.
Iwoba is looking to improve his position but Backlund isn't that keen on the idea.
Backlund trying to control but Iwoba is having none of it.
Iwoba 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.
Backlund seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Iwoba does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Iwoba is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Backlund is working for a submission of some sort.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Iwoba moves into full guard.
Iwoba keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
Iwoba is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Iwoba 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.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund advances to half guard.
Iwoba is looking for a sweep. Backlund is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Iwoba moves into full guard.
Backlund forces his way into half guard.
Backlund is trying to control the action in half guard but Iwoba is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but Iwoba defending well.
Backlund is working for a kimura but Iwoba is defending it quite comfortably.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Iwoba works his way to full guard. Good work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Iwoba is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (2) Iwoba
Iwoba trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund working for a triangle but Iwoba defends it easily.
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Iwoba doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Iwoba manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Iwoba trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Iwoba controls from within his opponent's guard.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Iwoba is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Iwoba is defending well. Backlund quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Iwoba has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Backlund celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bob Backlund!
A very excited looking Bob Backlund rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
ADWGC Tokyo
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 10715 p4p, 613 weight class) and Royce Gracie (ranked 3160 p4p, 351 weight class). Backlund comes to the cage accompanied by Dance Fucker. Gracie has chosen Jiu Jitsu by Smoke Serpent as his entrance music. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Royce Gracie enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Royce Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Yuuki Gou and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gracie closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Backlund to the mat! Backlund manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie pushes down on Backlund's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Backlund defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gracie's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gracie's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (4) vs (2) Gracie
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund looking for the choke but no joy.
Gracie is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Backlund looking for the RNC.
Gracie wants to escape the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Backlund is persistently looking for the submission but Gracie is defending it well.
Gracie trying to control but not successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Backlund working for a choke but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie tries to escape the position.
Gracie staying busy and making it hard for Backlund to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie trying to control the hands but Backlund won't let him.
Backlund looking for the choke but no joy.
Gracie tries to roll but Backlund sticks to his back.
Gracie is trying to defend against the choke here but Backlund has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Backlund Tightens the hold and Gracie taps out furiously! Backlund displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund 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:
ADWGC 1
Date: Feb 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 5859 p4p, 496 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 10815 p4p, 584 weight class). Tisoaka's entrance music is Festivo. A fine choice. Backlund has chosen Dance Fucker as his entrance music. Bob Backlund is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Backlund feints and as Tisoaka raises his hands in defense, Backlund changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Backlund
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Tisoaka is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund wants to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it.
Tisoaka prevents Backlund from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund won't allow Tisoaka to pass to mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is pressing down on Tisoaka's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Backlund is trying to keep Tisoaka in close.
Backlund looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tisoaka puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Tisoaka tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka wants to pass to mount but Backlund is defending the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Backlund defends it.
Backlund trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (2) Backlund
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Backlund's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund is being controlled here.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
Backlund struggling a bit here.
Tisoaka gets to mount! Backlund was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (7) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Backlund actively working from the bottom here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
Tisoaka is just content to waste time from the top position. Backlund takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund working for a triangle but Tisoaka defends it easily.
Tisoaka forces his way into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tisoaka prevents Backlund from improving his position.
Backlund won't allow Tisoaka to pass to mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
Tisoaka wants to control but Backlund is keeping him busy.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
Well, if Tisoaka is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Backlund has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tisoaka can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tisoaka has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Backlund is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has moved into half guard.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Backlund manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Tisoaka trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
Backlund not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Backlund has his foot on Tisoaka's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tisoaka works his way back into a safe position though.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Katuro Tisoaka decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GRAPPLEMANIA PPV
Date: Feb 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 10970 p4p, 562 weight class) and Kron Silva (ranked 947 p4p, 113 weight class). Backlund kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Dance Fucker. Kron Silva told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Kron Silva!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, John Kavanagh and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Backlund shoots in and gets a takedown into Silva's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (0) Silva
Silva has his foot on Backlund's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Backlund works his way back into a safe position though.
Silva is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Silva is keeping the position.
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Silva's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Backlund trying to mount his opponent but Silva defends it.
Silva gets full guard.
Backlund trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Silva manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (2) Silva
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
I've been told that Silva has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund is trying to control the position but Silva postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Silva looking to sit in guard and control but Backlund gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (4) vs (2) Silva
Silva bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Backlund's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (4) vs (4) Silva
Silva pushing down on Backlund's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Silva is working for a kimura but Backlund is defending it quite comfortably.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Backlund is looking for a sweep. Silva is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Backlund moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Silva is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Backlund is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Backlund has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (4) Silva
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva working a defensive guard here.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Silva bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Backlund's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (6) Silva
Backlund wants to sweep here but Silva controlling him for the moment.
Silva 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.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to sweep but instead, Silva has passed into half guard.
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
Silva moves into full mount! Backlund won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (6) vs (9) Silva
Silva goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Backlund is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (9) Silva
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva has his hands on Backlund's head, controlling the position.
Silva is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Silva swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Backlund showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Silva looking for a sweep. Not yet Silva, not yet.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silva is keeping the position for now.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Silva trying to keep a closed guard but Backlund is proving a slippery customer.
Silva pulls Backlund in to control the position.
Backlund drops back, looking for a kneebar! Silva looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Silva looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Silva! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (8) vs (13) Silva
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund sneaks back into half guard.
Silva is trying to control. Backlund wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Silva has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (8) vs (16) Silva
Silva goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Backlund is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (16) Silva
Silva keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Silva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (18) Silva
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Backlund is retaining full guard.
Backlund manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Silva manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (12) vs (18) Silva
Backlund will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Silva trying to control the position.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Silva swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Silva is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Backlund sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Silva's guard.
Silva has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backlund is working away from the top position though.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund seems to be working for a kimura but Silva defends the submission attempt.
Backlund is working for a kimura but Silva is defending it quite comfortably.
Silva is looking for a sweep. Backlund is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund seems to be looking for submissions.
Backlund is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Silva as he works his way to full guard.
Silva is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Silva is keeping the position.
Silva wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Backlund is now in half guard.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Silva is defending well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Silva slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Silva looking to control.
Backlund trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva is trying to control the position but Backlund postures up.
Backlund sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Silva 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.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Silva looking for a guillotine here but Backlund defends easily.
Backlund stopping the sweep attempt from Silva.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund won't allow Silva to sweep him here.
Silva is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (12) vs (20) Silva
Silva is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
Silva works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (12) vs (23) Silva
Silva takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund can't escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Silva wins on points by 23 to 12.
Kron Silva 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:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 10977 p4p, 604 weight class) and Dido Vicini (ranked 2052 p4p, 242 weight class). Backlund comes to the cage accompanied by Dance Fucker. Vicini has chosen Mother as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Dido Vicini!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Stewart Dunkirk and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vicini drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Vicini
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Vicini stands and throws Backlund's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (0) vs (5) Vicini
Vicini wants to control but Backlund is keeping him busy.
Backlund prevents Vicini from moving into mount.
Backlund tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vicini wants to lay and pray for a moment but Backlund keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Vicini stalls from top position.
Backlund is trying to improve his position.
Vicini tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Backlund struggling a bit here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund seems a little lost for a moment, as Vicini dominates the positioning.
Backlund prevents Vicini from improving position.
Vicini is looking to take a break and control but Backlund is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund is trying to work for a sweep but Vicini has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (0) vs (7) Vicini
Backlund tries to improve his position but instead Vicini has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (0) vs (10) Vicini
Backlund defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Backlund is in bad spot here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Backlund is desperately trying to improve his position but Vicini has a good base and remains in mount.
Vicini looking to control and managing it successfully.
Backlund is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vicini with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Backlund is desperately trying to improve his position but Vicini has a good base and remains in mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vicini looking to control but Backlund is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Backlund has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Vicini's lack of action.
Backlund slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vicini defends it easily.
Backlund wants to improve his position but instead Vicini has moved into half guard.
Vicini is looking to take a break and control but Backlund is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (0) vs (13) Vicini
Backlund is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vicini with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Backlund keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vicini tries to control but Backlund wriggling away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund working to try and regain half guard.
Vicini working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Vicini trying to control but Backlund is having none of it.
Vicini is trying to take his opponent's back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Backlund is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (0) vs (16) Vicini
Backlund trying to control the hands but Vicini won't let him.
Our spies down at at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA inform us that Vicini has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Backlund turns into Vicini and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (16) Vicini
Vicini looking to control.
Vicini looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vicini looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vicini keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
Backlund content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Vicini has locked up a guillotine! Vicini's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Backlund is holding on here and Vicini must be using up a lot of energy. Backlund has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Vicini gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dido Vicini!
After winning the bout, Dido Vicini thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Dec 19, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 11311 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Brown (ranked 4845 p4p, 0 weight class). Backlund's entrance music is Dance Fucker. A fine choice. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Daniel Brown!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Aafke Stam and Patrick Alders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Brown has managed to clinch.
Brown is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Brown stops a takedown attempt from Backlund.
Backlund gets underhooks to prevent Brown's takedown attempt.
Backlund is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Brown pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Backlund. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brown drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Brown is fighting off a takedown attempt but Backlund is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Brown to the mat. Brown regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (0) Brown
Brown looking for subs off his back but Backlund has passed one foot through into half guard.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backlund is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
Backlund is just content to waste time from the top position. Brown takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Brown throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Backlund escapes and throws Brown's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (0) Brown
Brown struggling a bit here.
Backlund thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Brown is not content to let Backlund control the position.
Backlund goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Brown rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Backlund's guard! Nice work there by Brown! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (5) vs (2) Brown
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brown trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Brown is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
Backlund is looking for a triangle here but Brown uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (5) Brown
Backlund prevents Brown from improving position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brown working away.
Backlund gets back to half guard.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Backlund keeps working.
Brown is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Backlund actively working from the bottom here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brown takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Backlund is refusing to be controlled, as Brown sits in half guard.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Backlund is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brown pulls his head out easily.
Backlund is not content to let Brown control the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brown trying to control the pace.
Brown passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (8) Brown
Backlund is controlling an arm, preventing Brown from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Brown controlling his opponent.
Brown can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Backlund is looking to escape.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund regains half guard.
Backlund is refusing to be controlled, as Brown sits in half guard.
Brown tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it.
Brown is trying to control. Backlund wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Backlund trying to control from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brown controlling the action here.
Backlund keeping control of the position.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Backlund has his hands clasped together around Brown's back. He's all about the action.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Backlund is defending well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brown stalling.
Brown stalling away here and it's allowed Backlund to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund is looking to sweep but instead, Brown has passed into half guard.
Backlund is trying to control but Brown passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (11) Brown
Brown has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Outer Heaven Dojo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Backlund tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brown wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Backlund struggling a bit here.
Backlund is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is working hard here to advance position.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Brown's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Backlund is looking to control Brown's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Backlund avoid being mounted?
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brown moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (14) Brown
Brown goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Backlund has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Brown but great work by Backlund. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (9) vs (14) Brown
Backlund tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Brown trying his best to control but Backlund has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (11) vs (14) Brown
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Brown can't escape the position.
Backlund is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Brown has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Brown! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (11) vs (16) Brown
Brown looking to sit in guard and control but Backlund gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (13) vs (16) Brown
Brown not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Backlund passes Brown's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Backlund is working for a submission of some sort.
Backlund is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brown trying to control from the bottom.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brown has managed to free his arm - good work.
Backlund tries to pass to full mount but Brown defends it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Brown manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Backlund is posturing up here but Brown has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Backlund tries to roll out but it's too tight and Backlund has to tap! Slick submission there by Brown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Daniel Brown!
Daniel Brown is the new middleweight champion!
A relieved looking Daniel Brown 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:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 18, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Oliver Hedman Karlsson (ranked 1198 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 11307 p4p, 0 weight class). Backlund has chosen Dance Fucker as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Oliver Hedman Karlsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Paulsen Ambrosius and Aafke Stam.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hedman Karlsson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Backlund is trying to defend but Hedman Karlsson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (2) vs (0) Backlund
Backlund won't allow Hedman Karlsson to pass to mount.
Backlund tries to roll over but Hedman Karlsson keeps him under control.
Hedman Karlsson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Backlund doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hedman Karlsson.
Hedman Karlsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund looking for submissions off his back.
Backlund looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hedman Karlsson 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.
Backlund wants to sweep but Hedman Karlsson has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (5) vs (0) Backlund
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hedman Karlsson (7) vs (0) Backlund
Backlund really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hedman Karlsson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Backlund sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hedman Karlsson works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (10) vs (0) Backlund
Hedman Karlsson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund regains half guard.
Backlund moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hedman Karlsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hedman Karlsson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hedman Karlsson defends it easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Backlund looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hedman Karlsson passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hedman Karlsson (13) vs (0) Backlund
Hedman Karlsson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Backlund is looking for a sweep.
Hedman Karlsson working away.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Backlund! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hedman Karlsson (15) vs (0) Backlund
Backlund is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hedman Karlsson working for a guillotine from mount but Backlund is in no mood to give up.
Hedman Karlsson trying to control but Backlund is having none of it.
Hedman Karlsson fails to advance to Backlund's back.
Hedman Karlsson goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Backlund is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (15) vs (2) Backlund
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund drops back looking for a leg! Hedman Karlsson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hedman Karlsson manages to kick Backlund off! Backlund jumps back into Hedman Karlsson's guard.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hedman Karlsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Backlund has managed to get both his arms back between Hedman Karlsson's legs - danger averted.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Hedman Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson looking for a sweep. Not yet Hedman Karlsson, not yet.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Hedman Karlsson keeps moving.
Hedman Karlsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Hedman Karlsson keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hedman Karlsson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hedman Karlsson (17) vs (2) Backlund
Hedman Karlsson wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hedman Karlsson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Backlund has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hedman Karlsson has managed to get both his arms back between Backlund's legs - danger averted.
Backlund looking for a triangle here. Hedman Karlsson is fighting it but it looks tight! Backlund pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Hedman Karlsson is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Andrey Lapis (ranked 8063 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 11307 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Lapis might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Once Solemn . Backlund has chosen Dance Fucker as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Andrey Lapis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Aafke Stam and Paul Aken.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Backlund manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lapis on his heels. He'll look to pass Lapis's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lapis (0) vs (2) Backlund
Lapis 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.
Backlund is pushing down on Lapis's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lapis is fighting to maintain full guard but Backlund has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've been hearing good reports from Lapis's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Lapis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lapis keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Lapis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lapis looking for a guillotine here but Backlund defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lapis is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Backlund trying to control but Lapis is working from the bottom.
Backlund might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lapis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lapis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lapis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (2) vs (2) Backlund
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lapis wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Lapis controlling him for the moment.
Lapis trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Backlund manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (2) vs (4) Backlund
Lapis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lapis controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lapis is trying to control the position but Backlund postures up.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Lapis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Lapis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lapis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Lapis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lapis is trying to keep Backlund in close.
Lapis is pulling down on Backlund's head. It's preventing any offense from Backlund, at least for the moment.
Backlund avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lapis is trying to keep Backlund in close.
Backlund forces his way into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Backlund seems to be looking for submissions.
Lapis trying to control but Backlund postures up.
Lapis might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lapis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lapis is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (4) vs (4) Backlund
Lapis trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lapis is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Backlund looking for a guillotine here but Lapis defends easily.
Lapis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lapis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lapis sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lapis trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lapis advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lapis (7) vs (4) Backlund
Lapis is trying to get an arm triangle but Backlund is defending well.
Lapis just content to control the position.
Backlund is looking for a sweep.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lapis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lapis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lapis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lapis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lapis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lapis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lapis tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lapis has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lapis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lapis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Backlund tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lapis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lapis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Backlund rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lapis's guard! Nice work there by Backlund! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (7) vs (6) Backlund
Lapis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lapis, not yet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Lapis working a defensive guard here.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Lapis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lapis wants to sweep but no luck.
Lapis working for a triangle but Backlund defends it easily.
Lapis looking for a guillotine here but Backlund defends easily.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Lapis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lapis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lapis dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (9) vs (6) Backlund
Lapis trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backlund bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lapis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapis (9) vs (8) Backlund
Backlund trying to control but Lapis is working from the bottom.
Backlund is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Backlund slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Lapis (9) vs (11) Backlund
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lapis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lapis is looking to reverse the position.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Backlund has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Lapis tries to control but Backlund manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Lapis (9) vs (14) Backlund
Lapis is trying to break free.
Backlund sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Lapis taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund 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:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rickson Kimura (ranked 9280 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 11361 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Rickson Kimura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kimura closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Backlund is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kimura is defending well.
Kimura has picked Backlund up - he's going for a ride! Kimura dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kimura (2) vs (0) Backlund
Backlund is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kimura pulls his head out easily.
Kimura trying to mount his opponent but Backlund defends it.
Kimura is keen to just control but Backlund is a slippery customer.
Kimura keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Backlund actively working from the bottom here.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kimura is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Backlund is just riding it out for now. Kimura eventually gives up the hold.
Kimura passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Backlund! Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (5) vs (0) Backlund
Kimura tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Backlund wants to control but Kimura is having none of it.
Backlund regains half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
Kimura is working for an americana but Backlund has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Kimura was thinking about the submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kimura wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Backlund is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Backlund is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kimura (5) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund is trying to control. Kimura wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but Kimura is defending well.
Kimura is looking for a sweep. Backlund is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kimura is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund is looking for a kimura here.
Kimura looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kimura tries to get to full guard but Backlund has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (5) vs (5) Backlund
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Backlund has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kimura might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kimura tries to improve position but can't.
Kimura is working hard here to advance position.
Kimura manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kimura is trying to get back to full guard.
Backlund moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (5) vs (8) Backlund
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries for a kimura but Kimura is defending well.
Kimura is not content to let Backlund control the position.
Kimura struggling a bit here.
Kimura is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Backlund's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kimura has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kimura looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kimura trying to hold on to Backlund's head to control him but Backlund postures up.
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kimura is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kimura has managed to free his arm - good work.
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kimura is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Backlund pulls his head out easily.
Backlund sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Backlund trying to control the action but Kimura is working from the bottom.
Kimura wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking for a kimura here.
Kimura wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
Kimura trying to control but Backlund postures up.
Backlund wants to work for an arm triangle but Kimura is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kimura slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kimura is keeping the position for now.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Kimura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backlund trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kimura manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kimura (7) vs (8) Backlund
Kimura wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Backlund looking for subs off his back but Kimura has passed one foot through into half guard.
Kimura is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kimura looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is keen to just control but Backlund is a slippery customer.
Backlund gets full guard.
Kimura thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kimura trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backlund has his foot on Kimura's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kimura works his way back into a safe position though.
Backlund working for a triangle but Kimura defends it easily.
Backlund escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kimura gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund controls Kimura momentarily but Kimura frees himself.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Kimura from controlling successfully.
Kimura is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Backlund is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kimura looking to pass the guard.
Backlund looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Kimura thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kimura trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kimura is pushing down on Backlund's leg trying to pass to half guard. Backlund is fighting to maintain full guard but Kimura has managed to sneak the leg through.
Backlund is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kimura jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kimura (10) vs (8) Backlund
Kimura looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Backlund manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kimura (10) vs (10) Backlund
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kimura is concentrating on defense, preventing Backlund from advancing position.
Kimura is looking to improve his position.
Kimura holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kimura is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Backlund pulls his head out easily.
Kimura is trying to maintain the position but Backlund is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund tries to pass to full mount but Kimura defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Backlund gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Backlund wins on points by 11 to 10.
Bob Backlund tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 11342 p4p, 0 weight class) and Percy Schmeiser (ranked 3262 p4p, 0 weight class). Schmeiser has chosen David vs Monsanto as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 6 losses; Percy Schmeiser!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Robert Twigg and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schmeiser gets caught flat footed, as Backlund shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (0) Schmeiser
Schmeiser looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
Schmeiser looking to control.
Backlund will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Schmeiser has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Backlund has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (0) Schmeiser
Schmeiser manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Schmeiser has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schmeiser wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund seems to be working for a kimura but Schmeiser defends the submission attempt.
Schmeiser actively working from the bottom here.
Backlund 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.
Schmeiser is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Backlund's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Backlund's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (5) vs (4) Schmeiser
Backlund is really stuck here.
Backlund staying busy and making it hard for Schmeiser to control.
Backlund showing good submission defense here.
Schmeiser is trying to stick to Backlund's back but Backlund is turning into Schmeiser. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Schmeiser's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Backlund. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (7) vs (4) Schmeiser
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Schmeiser tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schmeiser looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schmeiser is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (7) vs (6) Schmeiser
Schmeiser trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Schmeiser rolls with it to try and escape but Backlund cranks on the arm and Schmeiser is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bob Backlund!
After the fight, Bob Backlund 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:
ORC Submission Grappling 5
Date: Jun 10, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Longfellow Deeds (ranked 13780 p4p, 705 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 11907 p4p, 654 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Longfellow Deeds! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Aafke Stam and Albert Achterberg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Backlund changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Deeds tries to avoid it but Backlund manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Deeds to the ground. Deeds escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Deeds pushes Backlund up against the ropes in a clinch.
Backlund lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Deeds (0) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund wants to control from the top but Deeds keeps moving.
Deeds trying to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Backlund won't allow Deeds to sweep him here.
We've been hearing good reports from Deeds's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Deeds looking to control.
Deeds is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deeds looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Deeds looking for a guillotine here but Backlund defends easily.
Deeds working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Backlund doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Backlund manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Deeds controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
Deeds 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.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Deeds has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Backlund can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Backlund has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Deeds looking to control.
Deeds looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Deeds trying to control the position.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Deeds keeps moving.
Backlund slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Deeds is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Backlund defends well.
Backlund stays in close to Deeds's body and controls the position.
Deeds is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Backlund defends well.
Deeds controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to free his leg and advance position but Deeds is retaining full guard.
Backlund keeps trying to improve his position.
Backlund works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Deeds is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Backlund's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Backlund's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Deeds (4) vs (2) Backlund
Deeds has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Backlund has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Deeds looking for the RNC.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Deeds has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Backlund! Can he survive? No! He's out! Deeds gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Longfellow Deeds! |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 12517 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brick Tamland (ranked 3912 p4p, 439 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 8 losses; Brick Tamland!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tamland shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Tamland
Backlund working for a triangle but Tamland defends it easily.
Tamland looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Backlund looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tamland looking to pass the guard.
Backlund 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tamland sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tamland pushes down on Backlund's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tamland perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Backlund desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Tamland has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to control from the bottom.
Backlund is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tamland is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tamland seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard but Tamland has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (0) vs (5) Tamland
Tamland controlling from the full mount.
Tamland trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tamland controlling his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tamland's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tamland avoids the attempt from Backlund to control.
Tamland sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Backlund wants to control but Tamland is having none of it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tamland wants to control the pace but Backlund is squirming around nicely.
Backlund is working to get back to half guard.
Tamland controlling the position easily from mount.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Tamland might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund can't escape the position.
Tamland controlling from mount.
Tamland wants to control the pace but Backlund is squirming around nicely.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Backlund tries to hold on but Tamland pushes him away.
Backlund holds on for dear life, controlling Tamland's posture momentarily.
Backlund gets back to half guard.
Tamland content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tamland wants to lay and pray for a moment but Backlund keeps working.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tamland is controlling the pace.
Backlund works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund has an active guard here but Tamland has managed to pass into half guard.
Tamland stalling.
More stalling from Tamland.
Let's hope that Tamland 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.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is in trouble now - Tamland has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (0) vs (8) Tamland
Backlund bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (8) Tamland
Tamland has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Backlund can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tamland keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tamland pulls Backlund in close to prevent any damage.
Tamland 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.
Backlund stays in close to Tamland's body and controls the position.
Tamland has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Backlund can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tamland keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tamland throws his legs up looking for a submission but Backlund uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (8) Tamland
Backlund wants to control but Tamland is keeping him busy.
Backlund advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (7) vs (8) Tamland
Backlund controlling the pace for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund prevents Tamland from getting the reversal.
Tamland tries to lock up and control but Backlund gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tamland is desperately trying to improve his position but Backlund has a good base and remains in mount.
Tamland is trying to reverse the position but instead Backlund has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (10) vs (8) Tamland
Backlund avoiding Tamland 's attempts to control his hands.
Backlund doesn't have the hooks in and Tamland manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (10) Tamland
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund 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.
Backlund pulls Tamland in close to prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Tamland gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Tamland wins on points by 11 to 10.
A very excited looking Brick Tamland made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund (ranked 12510 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dom Danky (ranked 2905 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dom Danky!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Danky drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Danky
Danky wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Danky is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Backlund is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Backlund has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (2) Danky
Danky can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Backlund controls the pace.
Danky looking to hit a scissor sweep but Backlund is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danky is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Danky is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund forces his way into half guard.
Well, if Backlund is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Danky wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
Danky holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Danky tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
Backlund performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Danky wants to get back to full guard.
Backlund is trying to control. Danky wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Danky is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Backlund pulls his head out easily.
Backlund prevents Danky from improving his position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Danky is still trying to improve position.
Danky trying to control from the bottom.
Backlund is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danky tries to get to full guard but Backlund has control of the leg.
Backlund is looking to take a break and control but Danky is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Backlund is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Danky is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Danky tries to get to full guard but Backlund has control of the leg.
Backlund is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Danky sees it coming and defends easily.
Danky is looking to control Backlund's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Danky avoid being mounted?
Backlund wants to lay and pray for a moment but Danky keeps working.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Danky wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
Backlund is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Danky! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (2) Danky
Danky is trying to escape the mount.
Backlund controlling the position easily from mount.
Danky is looking to get to half guard.
Danky has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (8) vs (2) Danky
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Danky manages to reverse the position and now he's in Backlund's guard. Nice work there by Danky.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (4) Danky
Danky trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund has his hands on Danky's head, controlling the position.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Danky has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Backlund can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Danky controls the pace.
Danky is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Backlund is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Backlund has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (4) Danky
Backlund stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Danky swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Danky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Danky holds on and takes a little breather.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Danky is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (10) vs (6) Danky
Danky slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Danky trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Danky is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Backlund bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Danky's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (12) vs (6) Danky
Danky trying to keep a closed guard but Backlund is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Danky wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Backlund is now in half guard.
Danky is looking to improve his position.
Backlund is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Danky is looking to control Backlund's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Danky avoid being mounted?
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Danky is looking to improve his position.
Danky is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Backlund's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Backlund's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (12) vs (10) Danky
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Danky's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Backlund rolls, trying to escape but Danky keeps control of the position.
Backlund is working hard here to advance position.
Danky is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Backlund defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Danky is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Backlund is defending well though. Danky let's go of the attempt for now.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Danky gets his way!
Danky looking for the RNC.
Danky has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Backlund has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Backlund wants to escape the position.
Danky trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Backlund is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to roll but Danky sticks to his back.
Danky is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Backlund showing good submission defense here.
Backlund is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Backlund rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Danky is looking to stall here but Backlund recovers full guard.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Danky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Backlund wants to sweep but no luck.
Danky content to stall in guard here.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Danky from controlling successfully.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to sweep but no luck.
Backlund managing to control the position.
Backlund bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Danky's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (14) vs (10) Danky
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Danky is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (14) vs (12) Danky
Danky wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to control the position.
Danky trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund is trying to keep Danky in close.
Backlund looking to hit a scissor sweep but Danky is one step ahead there.
Danky trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Danky trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund wants to sweep but no luck.
Danky trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund looking to control.
Backlund manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Danky manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (16) vs (12) Danky
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Danky looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Backlund takes the fight on points by 16 to 12.
Bob Backlund tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 12, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jay Gatsby and Bob Backlund. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Jay Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Phil Schofield and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches.
Backlund has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Gatsby is trying to keep an underhook but Backlund manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (0) vs (2) Backlund
Gatsby moves into full guard.
Gatsby is pulling down on Backlund's head. It's preventing any offense from Backlund, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gatsby wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gatsby has his hands on Backlund's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund stands and throws Gatsby's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (5) Backlund
Gatsby's coaches at Brazilian Elite Team have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Backlund tries to move to mount but Gatsby blocks the move with his legs.
Backlund wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working.
Gatsby is trying to control Backlund's posture but Backlund avoids it.
Gatsby is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Backlund's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby tries to get to full guard but Backlund has control of the leg.
Backlund wants to pass to mount but Gatsby is defending the position.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
Gatsby gets full guard.
Gatsby keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Gatsby has his hands on Backlund's head, controlling the position.
Gatsby might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund preventing the sweep.
Gatsby wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Backlund sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gatsby's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
Backlund tries to pass to full mount but Gatsby defends it.
Gatsby holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Backlund looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to control the action in half guard but Gatsby is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Backlund has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gatsby gets full guard.
Gatsby wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
Gatsby is adopting a defensive guard.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
Gatsby pulls Backlund in to control the position.
Gatsby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gatsby is adopting a defensive guard.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (5) Backlund
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully.
Gatsby sitting in guard, not really doing much.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby passes Backlund's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard.
Gatsby works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (5) Backlund
Backlund tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Backlund is working away.
Backlund is trying to control Gatsby's posture but Gatsby avoids it.
Gatsby wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Backlund, who protects the arm well.
Gatsby is looking to take a break and control but Backlund is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund has one of Gatsby's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Gatsby slows the pace down.
Gatsby has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund sneaks back into half guard.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Backlund is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gatsby not doing much here.
Gatsby looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
Backlund regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund 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.
Backlund is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (5) vs (7) Backlund
Backlund is thwarting Gatsby's attempts to control the position.
Backlund is looking to advance position but Gatsby won't allow it.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to take a breather but Gatsby is having none of it.
Gatsby moves into full guard.
Gatsby controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
Gatsby pulls Backlund in close to his closed guard and prevents Backlund from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gatsby working a defensive guard here.
Gatsby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (7) vs (7) Backlund
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gatsby is pushing down on Backlund's leg trying to pass to half guard. Backlund is fighting to maintain full guard but Gatsby has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gatsby is trying to control the action in half guard but Backlund is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Backlund works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gatsby trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund has his hands on Gatsby's head, controlling the position.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard.
Gatsby's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gatsby wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
Gatsby content to stall in guard here.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Gatsby controlling him for the moment.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gatsby controls the pace.
Backlund is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Backlund wants to hit a switch here but Gatsby passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Backlund there! Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (10) vs (7) Backlund
Backlund wants to control but Gatsby is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gatsby takes the fight on points by 10 to 7.
In his post fight interview, Jay Gatsby gave a big smile as he said 'My life, old sport, my life... my life has got to be like this... It's got to keep going on.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 11, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Ulf Ek. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Ulf Ek!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Richard Clark and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Backlund fails with a takedown attempt.
Backlund looking to score a takedown here. Ek is defending well but Backlund drives through and ends up in Ek's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (0) Ek
Backlund is fighting to break Ek's control of his arms but Ek is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ek is trying to keep Backlund in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund tries to free his leg and advance position but Ek is retaining full guard.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Ek keeps moving.
Ek wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ek wants to hit a switch here but Backlund passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ek there! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (0) Ek
Ek is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ek has given up his back here. Will Backlund look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (8) vs (0) Ek
Backlund struggling to keep hold of the position.
You can see the frustration on Ek's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ek is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Backlund off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Backlund is riding his opponent, not letting Ek buck him off.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ek trying to control the hands but Backlund won't let him.
Backlund is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ek is defending well though. Backlund let's go of the attempt for now.
Ek trying to control the hands but Backlund breaks the grip.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ek looking very determined here, making life difficult for Backlund.
Backlund is hanging on to Ek's back as he tries to escape.
We've been informed that Ek has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ek rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ek is holding on to half guard well.
Backlund wants to control but Ek is keeping him busy.
Ek wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund not doing much here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to work for an arm triangle but Ek is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ek wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ek is looking to improve his position.
Backlund looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Backlund tries to pass to full mount but Ek defends it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Ek wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ek is staying active underneath Backlund, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ek is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Backlund pulls his head out easily.
Backlund is controlling the pace.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ek is trying to control but Backlund manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (11) vs (0) Ek
Backlund takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ek is in all sorts of trouble here.
Backlund takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ek is desperately trying to improve his position but Backlund has a good base and remains in mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ek wants to hold on but Backlund pushes him away.
Ek really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ek is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Backlund sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Backlund moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Ek has worked his arm free - good work by Ek!
Backlund is looking to take a break and control but Ek is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ek can't do much from the bottom here.
Ek tries to bench press Backlund off him but Backlund keeps the position.
Backlund is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ek knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Backlund controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ek is trying to control Backlund's posture but Backlund avoids it.
Backlund controls the position.
Ek is not content to let Backlund control the position.
Backlund controls the position.
A control attempt from Ek but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (13) vs (0) Ek
Ek is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ek is looking to escape.
Ek is looking to improve his position but Backlund isn't that keen on the idea.
Ek is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Backlund controlling from mount.
Backlund trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Backlund looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ek is in all sorts of trouble here.
Backlund can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ek is looking to escape.
Backlund is trying to take his opponent's back.
Backlund avoids the attempt from Ek to control.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ek is looking to get to half guard.
Backlund is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Ek is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (16) vs (0) Ek
Backlund has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Ek has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Backlund is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ek is defending well though. Backlund let's go of the attempt for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ek knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ek for a finish.
Backlund looking to break Ek's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ek remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Backlund will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Backlund is trying to stick to Ek's back but Ek is turning into Backlund. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Backlund's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ek. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (16) vs (2) Ek
Ek engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ek stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Backlund takes the fight on points by 16 to 2.
In his post fight interview, Bob Backlund started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Kim Il Sung. Il Sung comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Death in Vegas- Dirt kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Kim Il Sung!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Columbo Gatti and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Il Sung drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Backlund (0) vs (4) Il Sung
Il Sung tries for a kimura but Backlund is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Il Sung advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (0) vs (6) Il Sung
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund is in all sorts of trouble here.
Il Sung moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Backlund has worked his arm free - good work by Backlund!
Backlund tries to bench press Il Sung off him but Il Sung keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Backlund is defending against the submission attempts here by Il Sung.
Backlund tries to roll over but Il Sung keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Il Sung sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Il Sung passes Backlund's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
My spies in soundcloud.com/spinmanfinn inform me that Il Sung has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Il Sung is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Il Sung is controlling well.
Il Sung is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Backlund has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is pressing down on Il Sung's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Backlund is controlling Il Sung's posture.
Il Sung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
Backlund is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Il Sung wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to control the position.
Il Sung passes Backlund's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Il Sung is stalling here. Backlund is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Il Sung seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Backlund has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (4) vs (6) Il Sung
Backlund happy to just control the position for now.
Backlund has control of an arm but Il Sung manages to advance to Backlund's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (4) vs (10) Il Sung
Il Sung tightening his grip on Backlund, looking for the choke.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund rolls, trying to escape but Il Sung keeps control of the position.
Backlund is keeping busy.
Il Sung looking for the RNC.
Il Sung looking to break Backlund's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Backlund remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Il Sung will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Backlund showing good submission defense here.
Il Sung looking for the RNC.
Il Sung avoiding Backlund 's attempts to control his hands.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Il Sung looking for the choke from the back.
Il Sung patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Il Sung looking for the RNC.
Backlund defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Il Sung's arms.
Backlund breaks Il Sung's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (10) Il Sung
Il Sung keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
Backlund stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Il Sung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Il Sung wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Il Sung is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (12) Il Sung
Backlund looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Il Sung passes into half guard.
Il Sung is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
Il Sung is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Il Sung is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
Il Sung is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Backlund has managed to free his arm - good work.
Il Sung wants to free his trapped foot but Backlund is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Backlund is not content to let Il Sung control the position.
Il Sung is working for an americana but Backlund has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Il Sung was thinking about the submission.
Backlund is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund keeping full guard, as Il Sung tries to pass.
Backlund is controlling Il Sung's posture.
Il Sung looking to pass the guard.
Il Sung preventing the sweep.
Il Sung stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to keep Il Sung in close.
Il Sung passes into half guard.
Il Sung is working for a kimura but Backlund is defending it quite comfortably.
Backlund is looking for a sweep. Il Sung is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Il Sung sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund works his way to full guard. Good work.
Il Sung trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Il Sung is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Il Sung slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (6) vs (15) Il Sung
Il Sung tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Il Sung has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Il Sung swings around for an armbar but Backlund sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Il Sung's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (15) Il Sung
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Backlund wants to control from the top but Il Sung keeps moving.
Il Sung lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (17) Il Sung
Backlund keeping full guard, as Il Sung tries to pass.
Il Sung drops back, looking for a kneebar! Backlund looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Backlund looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Backlund! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (12) vs (17) Il Sung
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Il Sung has escaped the position, nice work there.
Il Sung gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Il Sung is defending well.
Backlund is trying to control the action in half guard but Il Sung is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Il Sung is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Backlund has latched onto it... Big trouble! Backlund pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Il Sung is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Backlund!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund 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.
Kim Il Sung spoke after the fight, saying 'Eat my feces you filthy capitalist dog!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Freddy Lee. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Freddy Lee!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Dean Styles and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lee closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Backlund's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Lee
Backlund is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lee 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.
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Backlund is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Lee stays in close to Backlund's body and controls the position.
Lee pushes down on Backlund's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Backlund.
Backlund looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Backlund has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lee doesn't defend quickly enough and Backlund has managed to lock this one up! Can Lee escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Backlund on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Lethal Larry. The crowd seem to be enjoying Larry's choice of entrance music: Promise Man. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Lethal Larry!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Dean Styles and Reed Andrews.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Backlund darts in looking for a takedown but Larry gets double underhooks and turns Backlund into the cage.
Larry closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Larry gets underhooks to prevent Backlund's takedown attempt.
Larry ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Larry no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Larry is keeping the position for now.
Larry keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
Larry working for a triangle but Backlund defends it easily.
Larry is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Backlund rolls with it to try and escape but Larry cranks on the arm and Backlund is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lethal Larry!
Lethal Larry decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and John Brown. Brown has chosen Living in America as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; John Brown!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Alyssa Summers and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck for Backlund with that takedown attempt.
Brown defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Backlund.
Brown misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Brown drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Backlund (0) vs (4) Brown
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Brown seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Backlund preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
It looks like Brown might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund won't allow Brown to pass to mount.
Brown with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Backlund is looking to control Brown's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Backlund avoid being mounted?
Brown wants to pass the guard but Backlund is defending well.
Brown wants to take a breather but Backlund is having none of it.
Brown content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brown is trying to control the action in half guard but Backlund is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Brown wants to pass to mount but Backlund is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Brown in particular looking to stall.
Brown has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at *****POLAR*****. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Let's hope that Brown 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Brown.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Backlund trying to control from the bottom.
Backlund desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Brown prevents Backlund from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to control Brown's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Backlund avoid being mounted?
Brown is controlling the pace.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brown's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brown's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (4) vs (4) Brown
Backlund trying to control.
Backlund biding his time, looking for the opening.
Backlund wants to control but Brown is keeping busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is not going to allow Brown to sit and survive in this position.
Brown is really stuck here.
Backlund is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Brown knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Brown for a finish.
You can see the frustration on Brown's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Brown is keeping busy.
Brown tries to escape but Backlund has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Brown is defending well though. Backlund let's go of the attempt for now.
Brown is trying to break free.
Brown just trying to survive but Backlund is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Brown is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Backlund off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Brown might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Backlund haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Brown is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Backlund is staying active.
Backlund really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Brown.
Backlund controlling well, preventing Brown from escaping the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brown staying busy and making it hard for Backlund to control.
Backlund is not going to allow Brown to sit and survive in this position.
Backlund controlling well, preventing Brown from escaping the position.
Backlund is riding his opponent, not letting Brown buck him off.
Brown is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Brown trying to control the position but Backlund manages to sink in the hooks.
Brown preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Backlund.
Backlund doesn't have the hooks in and Brown manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (4) vs (6) Brown
Backlund is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (6) Brown
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund not doing much here.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backlund is working away from the top position though.
Brown is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Backlund jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (9) vs (6) Brown
You can see the frustration on Brown's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brown is not content to let Backlund control the position.
Brown is looking for a sweep.
Brown is still trying to improve position.
Backlund tries to move into full mount but can't pass Brown's legs.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brown sneaks back into half guard.
Backlund is looking to advance position but Brown won't allow it.
Brown wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
Brown is refusing to be controlled, as Backlund sits in half guard.
Brown has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backlund is working away from the top position though.
Backlund sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Backlund uses his free foot to push down on Brown's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Brown. Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (12) vs (6) Brown
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
Brown gets back to half guard.
Backlund is controlling the pace.
Brown trying to control but Backlund postures up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brown is doing well to control the position and prevent Backlund from advancing to side control.
Backlund wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position.
Brown is concentrating on defense, preventing Backlund from advancing position.
Brown trying to hold on to Backlund's head to control him but Backlund postures up.
Brown is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Backlund's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Backlund's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (12) vs (10) Brown
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Brown.
Backlund trying to control the position but Brown manages to sink in the hooks.
Backlund is really stuck here.
What can Backlund do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Backlund staying busy and making it hard for Brown to control.
Backlund is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Backlund controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.
Backlund staying busy and making it hard for Brown to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is in bad spot here.
Brown controls the action.
Brown is not going to allow Backlund to sit and survive in this position.
Brown trying to control momentarily.
Brown really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Backlund.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brown wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
Backlund looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Backlund tries to escape the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to control his opponent's hands but Brown gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Backlund right now.
Backlund is working hard here to advance position.
Brown trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Backlund doesn't escape.
Backlund is in bad spot here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Backlund takes the fight on points by 12 to 10.
Bob Backlund bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Jacques La Haine. La Haine has chosen Cut Killer - Nique La Police as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Jacques La Haine!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Backlund is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in La Haine's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (0) La Haine
Backlund content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Backlund wants to control but La Haine is keeping him busy.
La Haine wants to get back to full guard.
La Haine is staying active underneath Backlund, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but La Haine is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is controlling the pace.
La Haine tries to roll over but Backlund keeps him under control.
Backlund seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
La Haine wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
La Haine keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Backlund seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
La Haine wants to get back to full guard.
Backlund looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Backlund is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for La Haine! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (5) vs (0) La Haine
Backlund looking to control but La Haine is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Backlund controlling the pace for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Backlund tries to control but La Haine wriggling away.
La Haine wants to control but Backlund is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to take La Haine's back but he can't do it this time.
La Haine wants to hold on but Backlund pushes him away.
Backlund is looking to work his way around to La Haine's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Backlund can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as La Haine is looking to escape.
La Haine tries to improve his position but Backlund has taken his back! Backlund has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will La Haine tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Backlund pushes La Haine away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Jay Gatsby. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jay Gatsby!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Glass and Sam Margolis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Backlund is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gatsby sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gatsby wants to counter with a clinch but Backlund pushes him away.
Gatsby rushes Backlund and presses him up against the cage.
Backlund is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gatsby pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gatsby has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Backlund after a bit of a struggle.
Gatsby is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Backlund pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gatsby is pressed up against the cage. Backlund has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Gatsby down to the mat. Gatsby avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Backlund. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Backlund fails with the takedown
and Gatsby counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Backlund is working for takedown but Gatsby is calmly controlling the position for now.
Gatsby is trying to drag Backlund to the mat but Backlund just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gatsby turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Backlund (0) vs (4) Gatsby
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby slows the pace down.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund wants to control but Gatsby postures up.
Gatsby looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gatsby is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Backlund will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gatsby trying to control the position but Backlund is working away.
You can see the frustration on Backlund's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Backlund seems a little lost for a moment, as Gatsby dominates the positioning.
Backlund regains half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gatsby with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Backlund trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Gatsby manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (0) vs (7) Gatsby
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gatsby wants to take Backlund's back but he can't do it this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is working to get back to half guard.
Gatsby tries to control but Backlund wriggling away.
Gatsby might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Backlund haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gatsby takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby tries to control but Backlund wriggling away.
Backlund tries to improve his position but instead Gatsby has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Backlund (0) vs (10) Gatsby
What can Backlund do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Gatsby's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund wants to control his opponent's hands but Gatsby gets his hands free.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Gatsby is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Backlund breaks Gatsby's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (2) vs (10) Gatsby
Backlund trying to control the position from guard on top but Gatsby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gatsby is trying to control the position but Backlund postures up.
Gatsby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gatsby is keeping the position for now.
Gatsby has an active guard here but Backlund has managed to pass into half guard.
Backlund content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gatsby is trying to get back to full guard.
Gatsby keeps trying to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Backlund's head to control him but Backlund postures up.
Backlund controlling the pace.
Gatsby wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy.
Backlund not doing much here.
Backlund will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Backlund sits in half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Backlund sits in half guard.
Gatsby regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gatsby trying to keep a closed guard but Backlund is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is keeping the position.
Gatsby trying to control the position.
Backlund stopping the sweep attempt from Gatsby.
Gatsby not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gatsby is trying to push Backlund off with his feet but Backlund grabs hold of one of the legs and drops back looking for a submission! He's cranking on one of Gatsby's ankles and Gatsby is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Ankle Lock). Bob Backlund!
After the fight, Bob Backlund 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.
In defeat, Jay Gatsby stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn, I had him. I don't think I'd have lost if... In fact, I'm sure I won this fight, hope you give me a rematch, old sport. Can't repeat the past? Why, of course you can... of course you can. '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Backlund drives through and clinches with Faldo against the cage.
Faldo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Backlund misses with a hook from the clinch.
Backlund blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Backlund goes for a takedown attempt but Faldo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Backlund throws a head kick but Faldo moves out of range.
Backlund uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Faldo.
Backlund misses with a looping right.
Faldo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice jab there from Faldo.
A decent looking cross lands there for Faldo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Faldo throws a body punch but Backlund moves out of range.
Backlund changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Backlund pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Backlund tries to clinch there but Faldo circles away.
#TD2#
Backlund shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Backlund was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T1#
Backlund fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Faldo is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Backlund is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Faldo has escaped the position, nice work there.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Backlund has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Faldo is looking for a sweep.
Backlund is looking to take a break and control but Faldo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Backlund is trying to get an arm triangle but Faldo is defending well. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Backlund in side control, throwing shots but Faldo defends. #SUB2#
Backlund swings around for an armbar but Faldo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Backlund's guard.
Backlund seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Faldo trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom. #T3#
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
Backlund is controlling Faldo's posture.
Faldo trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Faldo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Faldo being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Backlund displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Faldo throws out the jab.
Backlund throws a big counter head kick but Faldo avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Backlund closes the distance and pushes Faldo back into the cage.
Faldo misses with a punch on the inside.
Faldo lands a body punch.
Faldo has a couple of punches blocked by Backlund.
Backlund is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Faldo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Backlund blocks an uppercut.
Backlund has Faldo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Faldo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nick Faldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bob Backlund.
Faldo throws a punch but it's blocked by Backlund.
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 Nick Faldo 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#
Faldo scores with a decent looking hook.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Backlund.
Faldo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Faldo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Backlund is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Faldo. #CL2#
Backlund pushes Faldo up against the cage in a clinch.
Faldo lands a nice shot to the body.
Faldo lands with a light punch inside.
Faldo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Backlund backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Backlund blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Backlund misses with a short punch on the inside.
Backlund takes a shot to the head.
Backlund misses with some punches.
#T1#
Faldo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Faldo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Faldo tries to throw a body punch but Backlund avoids it by throwing Faldo back against the cage.
Faldo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Faldo struggles to land a body shot inside as Backlund controls his hands.
Faldo misses with a punch on the inside.
Faldo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Faldo misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Faldo.
Faldo tries to throw a body punch but Backlund avoids it by throwing Faldo back against the cage.
Faldo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Faldo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T2#
Faldo has a couple of punches blocked by Backlund.
Backlund is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A head punch on the inside from Faldo fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Backlund.
Backlund is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Faldo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Backlund wants a takedown.
Nick Faldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bob Backlund.
Faldo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Faldo pushes Backlund back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nick Faldo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Backlund is trying to pull guard but Faldo has him pressed against the cage.
Faldo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Faldo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Backlund can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Backlund has a couple of punches blocked by Faldo.
#T3#
Faldo taking a breather.
Faldo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Backlund.
Faldo is stalling here.
Faldo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Backlund wants a takedown but no success here.
Backlund fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Faldo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Backlund.
Backlund is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Faldo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Backlund blocking some punches.
#T4#
Faldo will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Backlund up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Faldo.
Backlund is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Faldo can't find room to land a body shot as Backlund controls the action.
Faldo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Backlund backwards.
Faldo swings wildly with an uppercut but Backlund uses good head movement to avoid it.
Faldo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Faldo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Faldo blocks an uppercut.
Backlund blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Faldo dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Backlund shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Faldo but Faldo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Faldo tries to counter by clinching up but Backlund breaks away and moves out of range.
Faldo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Faldo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Backlund has time to react.
Backlund ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Faldo throws a hook to the side of Backlund's head but Backlund sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Faldo missing with a left hand there. Backlund was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Backlund throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Faldo blocks the leg kick.
Faldo seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Faldo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Backlund tries a head kick but it misses.
Backlund misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1#
Faldo is looking to score with low kicks.
Faldo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Faldo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Faldo scores with a jab.
Backlund lands a nice looking kick to the body. Faldo takes a step back to recover.
Faldo throws a jab when Backlund was well out of range.
Some wild striking there from Faldo.
A head kick misses from Backlund.
Backlund misses with an uppercut. Faldo saw that one coming.
Faldo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backlund. #T2#
Backlund chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Faldo can pounce on him.
Nick Faldo is winning the standup battle so far.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Faldo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Backlund misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Faldo misses with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Faldo throws a body punch but Backlund moves out of range.
Backlund throws a jab but it's blocked by Faldo.
An inside leg kick lands from Faldo.
Faldo connects with the punch.
Backlund tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Faldo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Faldo seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick misses from Backlund.
Faldo seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Faldo blocks a head kick by Backlund.
#T3#
Backlund throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Faldo.#CUT2#
It looks like Nick Faldo has been cut.
Faldo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Backlund tries a head kick but it misses.
Backlund throws a sloppy head kick and Faldo moves out of range easily.
Backlund throws an overhand right that lands on Faldo's shoulder, as Faldo tries to avoid the shot.
Faldo tries to counter by clinching up but Backlund breaks away and moves out of range.
Bob Backlund has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Backlund throws a looping overhand right but Faldo ducks down to avoid it.
Faldo tries to counter by clinching up but Backlund breaks away and moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Backlund looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Faldo tries to counter by clinching up but Backlund breaks away and moves out of range.
Backlund doesn't manage to clinch there - Faldo circles away.
Backlund throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Faldo's waist but Faldo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Backlund off to one side.
Faldo throws a hook to the side of Backlund's head but Backlund sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Faldo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Backlund sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Backlund throws a head kick that misses.
Faldo stuns Backlund with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses.
Faldo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bob Backlund is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A big left from Faldo misses.
Backlund misses with a double jab.
Backlund tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Faldo swivels and escapes.
Nick Faldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bob Backlund.
Backlund takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Backlund throws a sloppy head kick and Faldo moves out of range easily.
Backlund takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Faldo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Faldo digs a good hook to Backlund's body.
Faldo is looking to slow Backlund down with leg kicks.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nick Faldo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Faldo, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Faldo!
Nick Faldo tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Chlapik loads up on a big right hand but Backlund slips the punch.
Chlapik misses with an uppercut. Backlund saw that one coming.
No joy there for Chlapik, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chlapik lands a nice looking body kick.
Chlapik misses with a series of wild punches.
Chlapik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Backlund blocks a jab.
Backlund throws a big counter combination but Chlapik scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Backlund blocks a head kick by Chlapik.
Backlund misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chlapik misses with a body shot.
Backlund pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chlapik tries to counter with a clinch but Backlund shakes him off and moves away.
Chlapik throws a head kick but Backlund moves out of range.
Chlapik lands a high kick!
Chlapik feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Backlund's calf.#T1#
Backlund throws a head kick that misses.
Chlapik fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jakub Chlapik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chlapik looks to land a right hand but Backlund moved out of range.
Backlund ducks right into an uppercut from Chlapik.
Backlund takes one to the side of the head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Backlund.
Chlapik blocks a head kick by Backlund.
Backlund pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chlapik misses with a body shot.
Backlund takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chlapik avoids the head kick by Backlund.
Chlapik lands a really nice looking cross but Backlund seems unphased.
#ROC2#
Backlund is rocked!
Backlund 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.
Jakub Chlapik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Backlund is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Chlapik Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Backlund is out cold, face down on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jakub Chlapik!
During a confident post fight interview, Jakub Chlapik thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Backlund goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#
It looks like Justin Andrews has been cut.#TD#
Backlund gets caught flat footed, as Andrews shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Andrews trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Andrews looking to pass the guard.
Andrews wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund looking to hit a scissor sweep but Andrews is one step ahead there.
Andrews wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving. #T1#
Andrews throws a big elbow that misses.
Andrews in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Backlund is pulling down on Andrews's head. It's preventing any offense from Andrews, at least for the moment.
Backlund preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Andrews is working Backlund over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Backlund looking to hit a scissor sweep but Andrews is one step ahead there.
Andrews throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Backlund works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Andrews controlling him for the moment.
Backlund pulls Andrews in close to his closed guard and prevents Andrews from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Backlund throws a body kick that misses.
Andrews loads up on a big right hand but Backlund slips the punch.
Andrews moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBacklund.
Backlund keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrews misses the shot to the body.
Andrews takes a swing at Backlund's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Andrews closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Backlund's guard.
Backlund is pulling down on Andrews's head. It's preventing any offense from Andrews, at least for the moment.
Andrews won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Andrews working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Backlund is looking to sweep but instead, Andrews has passed into half guard.
Backlund wants to control but Andrews is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ground and pound from Andrews.
Andrews is pressing down on Backlund's thigh, looking to free his foot. Backlund is holding on for now.
Andrews working Backlund over with strikes.
Andrews missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Backlund is trying is best to control the position here.
Backlund makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Backlund.
Andrews throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Backlund works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Andrews from controlling successfully.
Andrews is fighting to break Backlund's control of his arms but Backlund is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Andrews has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Backlund has momentary wrist control but Andrews slips an elbow through the middle.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andrews working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andrews won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Backlund keeping full guard, as Andrews tries to pass.
Andrews being controlled here momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Justin Andrews dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Justin Andrews's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A big left from Andrews misses.
Andrews takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Andrews pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrews fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrews darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#TD#
Andrews shoots in and bounces Backlund off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Backlund managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews works over Backlund with some ground and pound from guard.#ROC#
Backlund is rocked!
Backlund utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Andrews stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Backlund is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Backlund is thwarting Andrews's attempts to control the position.
Backlund prevents Andrews from improving his position.
Backlund working over Andrews with some ground and pound. Andrews looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Backlund thows a huge punch but Andrews dodges it nicely.
Backlund throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Backlund wants to control but Andrews is keeping him busy. #T2#
Andrews wants to get back to full guard.
Andrews is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Phoenix Mixed Martial Arts, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Andrews desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Backlund thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Backlund is working for a kimura but Andrews is defending it quite comfortably.
Backlund prevents Andrews from improving his position.#SUB2#
Backlund is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Andrews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Backlund. #T3#
Backlund is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Andrews slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Backlund works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Backlund is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Backlund is pressing down on Andrews's thigh, looking to free his foot. Andrews is holding on for now. #T4#
Andrews wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
Andrews wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Andrews is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Andrews is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Backlund can do to turn this around?
Andrews trying to control but Backlund postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andrews wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bob Backlund will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Justin Andrews's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice uppercut there from Andrews.
Backlund throws a head kick but Andrews moves out of range.
#CL#
Backlund gets tackled into the cage by Andrews. Andrews maintains the clinch.
Andrews tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Backlund's elbow.
Andrews misses with a body punch.
Andrews misses with a punch to the body.
Andrews is looking to break free of the clinch but Backlund has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Andrews fails to land.
Andrews blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Andrews lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Andrews's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Andrews's back!
Backlund has the hooks in. Andrews is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1##SUB2#
Backlund is looking for the choke from the back position but Andrews is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Backlund seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Andrews's chin but Andrews turns very nicely into Backlund's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Andrews.
Backlund has Andrews pulled in close to control his posture.
Andrews throwing strikes from guard but Backlund blocks nicely.
Backlund has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Backlund is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Andrews tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Andrews knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Backlund on the ground.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but Andrews is keeping the position.
Backlund not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully. #T3#
Andrews keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Andrews wants to sweep but no luck.
Backlund trying to control but Andrews is working from the bottom.
Backlund with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully.
Backlund working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Backlund from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Andrews jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Backlund ducks under a wild hook from Andrews.
Andrews keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Andrews tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backlund was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrews.
Backlund fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Andrews throws a big shot that misses.
Andrews misses with a hook.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses.
Andrews takes a swing at Backlund's ribcage but misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Backlund keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrews.
Andrews 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.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Justin Andrews showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Andrews has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Justin Andrews!
Justin Andrews decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
SP vs The World
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Backlund misses with a body kick.
Backlund connects with an inside leg kick.#TD2#
Goodbarrel feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Goodbarrel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
Goodbarrel slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Goodbarrel trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goodbarrel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goodbarrel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU2#
Goodbarrel stands and steps away. Backlund gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T1##TD2#
Goodbarrel drives through with a takedown into guard.
Backlund is adopting a defensive guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Backlund looking to control.
#SUB#
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Goodbarrel defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goodbarrel won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Goodbarrel looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Goodbarrel throwing strikes from guard but Backlund blocks nicely.
Goodbarrel wants to stand but Backlund has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Goodbarrel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Goodbarrel won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Goodbarrel in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Backlund is adopting a defensive guard.
Backlund not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goodbarrel checks a leg kick. #T3##TD2#
Goodbarrel looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Backlund has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Goodbarrel is working away from the top position though.
Goodbarrel tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it. #SUB2#
Goodbarrel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Backlund wants to control but Goodbarrel is keeping busy.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goodbarrel's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goodbarrel's back!#T4##SUB#
Backlund is looking for a rear naked choke here but Goodbarrel reverses the position brilliantly into Backlund's guard!
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Goodbarrel from controlling successfully.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Goodbarrel is proving a slippery customer.
Goodbarrel controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Goodbarrel tries to free his leg and advance position but Backlund is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scot Goodbarrel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Goodbarrel shoots in and bounces Backlund off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Goodbarrel advances position into side control!
Backlund is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Goodbarrel decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Backlund tries to sprawl but Goodbarrel drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund is trying to control but can't.
Scot Goodbarrel has got the better of the ground game so far.
Backlund keeping hold of Goodbarrel's head, controlling as best he can.
Backlund is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goodbarrel's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goodbarrel's back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Backlund avoiding Goodbarrel 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Goodbarrel defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Backlund looking to control.
Goodbarrel not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Goodbarrel works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2##SUB#
Backlund looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard but Goodbarrel has mounted him!
Backlund is bucking up trying to escape but Goodbarrel cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Backlund tries to reverse the position but Goodbarrel maintains control.
Backlund is squirming around, avoiding Goodbarrel's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Goodbarrel throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Backlund because Goodbarrel loaded up on that one.
Backlund tries to lock up and control but Goodbarrel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Goodbarrel postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Backlund looks a forlorn figure.
Backlund has given up his back here.
Backlund just trying to survive but Goodbarrel is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Backlund turns into Goodbarrel and is now in his guard.
Goodbarrel wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goodbarrel is keeping the position for now.
Goodbarrel is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Goodbarrel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Goodbarrel working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Backlund has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Backlund is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scot Goodbarrel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Backlund gets caught flat footed, as Goodbarrel shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Goodbarrel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Goodbarrel from controlling successfully.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Goodbarrel controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Backlund escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Goodbarrel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Goodbarrel is fighting to break Backlund's control of his arms but Backlund is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Goodbarrel is now in half guard. #T1#
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
Goodbarrel is trying to control the action in half guard but Backlund is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Backlund trying to control here.
Backlund moves into full guard.
Backlund controlling Goodbarrel's posture.
Goodbarrel slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Backlund working a defensive guard here.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Goodbarrel from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Backlund gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Backlund not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Goodbarrel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Backlund works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Goodbarrel wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving. #SUB#
Goodbarrel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Goodbarrel pushes down on Backlund's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Goodbarrel thows a huge punch but Backlund dodges it nicely.
Backlund is looking for a sweep. Goodbarrel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scot Goodbarrel is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Goodbarrel content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Backlund has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Goodbarrel is working away from the top position though.
Goodbarrel is taking a breather. Backlund says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund misses with a leg kick
and Goodbarrel counters with a three punch combo that has Backlund backing up. Backlund nods at Goodbarrel to acknowledge the strikes.
Bob Backlund has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Backlund enables Goodbarrel to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Backlund manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scot Goodbarrel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Goodbarrel 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scot Goodbarrel!
Scot Goodbarrel made sure to mention his sponsor, Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview.
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bob Backlund and Mauricio Dela Cruz. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Mauricio Dela Cruz was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Bob Backlund! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Mauricio Dela Cruz!
The judges for this bout are Konstantin Menshow, Ivan Kurochkin and Sergei Dronov.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dela Cruz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Backlund did well to prevent Dela Cruz getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Backlund (0) vs (2) Dela Cruz
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dela Cruz stalling.
Backlund 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.
Dela Cruz seems to be looking for submissions.
Dela Cruz sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dela Cruz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Cruz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Backlund tries to roll over but Dela Cruz keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is not content to let Dela Cruz control the position.
Backlund manages to get to full guard.
Dela Cruz wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
Backlund pulls Dela Cruz in close to his closed guard and prevents Dela Cruz from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dela Cruz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Backlund looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dela Cruz is one step ahead there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund can't keep his opponent in guard - Dela Cruz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dela Cruz controlling the action here.
Backlund moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Backlund pulls Dela Cruz in close to his closed guard and prevents Dela Cruz from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dela Cruz told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Dela Cruz tries to free his leg and advance position but Backlund is retaining full guard.
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but instead Dela Cruz has moved into half guard.
Dela Cruz is working for a kimura but Backlund is defending it quite comfortably.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dela Cruz is stalling here. Backlund is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dela Cruz seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Backlund has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Backlund (4) vs (2) Dela Cruz
Dela Cruz is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dela Cruz keeps trying to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz can't do much from the bottom here.
Backlund tries for a kimura but Dela Cruz is defending well.
Backlund tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Backlund tries for a kimura but Dela Cruz is defending well.
Dela Cruz is trying to control Backlund's posture but Backlund avoids it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dela Cruz, who protects the arm well.
Backlund passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dela Cruz! Score +2 for reaching mount: Backlund (6) vs (2) Dela Cruz
Dela Cruz tries to hold on but Backlund pushes him away.
Backlund is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Dela Cruz to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Dela Cruz shrugs it off.
Dela Cruz is looking to get to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dela Cruz wants to hold on but Backlund pushes him away.
Backlund looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Dela Cruz tries to reverse the position but Backlund maintains control.
Backlund avoids the attempt from Dela Cruz to control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz is looking to get to half guard.
Dela Cruz tries to lock up and control but Backlund gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Backlund is trying to take his opponent's back.
Dela Cruz tries to lock up and control but Backlund gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dela Cruz can't escape the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Dela Cruz has worked his arm free - good work by Dela Cruz!
Dela Cruz is trying to get back to half guard.
Dela Cruz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (6) vs (4) Dela Cruz
Backlund wants to control but Dela Cruz is keeping busy.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Backlund is just riding it out for now. Dela Cruz eventually gives up the hold.
Backlund is not content to let Dela Cruz control the position.
Dela Cruz is pressing down on Backlund's thigh, looking to free his foot. Backlund is holding on for now.
Dela Cruz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Backlund doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dela Cruz.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Backlund is trying to get back to full guard.
Dela Cruz is looking to advance position but Backlund won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Backlund manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dela Cruz passes into half guard.
Backlund holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Backlund trying to control but Dela Cruz postures up.
Dela Cruz looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Backlund is defending against the submission attempts here by Dela Cruz.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Dela Cruz seems content to control.
Backlund tries to roll over but Dela Cruz keeps him under control.
Dela Cruz controlling the action here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund trying to hold on to Dela Cruz's head to control him but Dela Cruz postures up.
Dela Cruz moves into full mount! Backlund won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Backlund (6) vs (7) Dela Cruz
Dela Cruz controlling the position easily from mount.
Backlund bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (7) Dela Cruz
Backlund drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dela Cruz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Backlund has Dela Cruz in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Backlund (8) vs (9) Dela Cruz
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dela Cruz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
Backlund is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dela Cruz wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Backlund being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dela Cruz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dela Cruz wins on points by 9 to 8.
Mauricio Dela Cruz thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Aran Schmeck and Bob Backlund. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Aran Schmeck! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Aleksandr Martynov, Aleksei Zolotukhin and Illya Tyunina.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Backlund rushes Schmeck and presses him up against the cage.
Schmeck pulls guard successfully.
Schmeck not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Backlund tries to free his leg and advance position but Schmeck is retaining full guard.
Schmeck wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Backlund is now in half guard.
Backlund is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schmeck is looking for a sweep. Backlund is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmeck trying to control but Backlund postures up.
Schmeck looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmeck is trying to get back to full guard.
Backlund is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schmeck defends it well.
Schmeck wants to control but Backlund is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Schmeck wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund is looking for a kimura but Schmeck is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Backlund to get the leverage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck gets back to full guard.
Schmeck is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schmeck (2) vs (0) Backlund
Schmeck trying to mount his opponent but Backlund defends it.
Schmeck not doing much here.
Backlund is trying is best to control the position here.
Schmeck is working for a kimura but Backlund is defending it quite comfortably.
Backlund is defending against the submission attempts here by Schmeck.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck is looking to take a break and control but Backlund is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Backlund is trying to control but can't.
Backlund is defending against the submission attempts here by Schmeck.
Backlund is controlling Schmeck's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Schmeck is controlling well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying to maintain the position but Schmeck is very close to passing his half guard.
Backlund tries to roll over but Schmeck keeps him under control.
Schmeck wants to free his trapped foot but Backlund is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schmeck is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Backlund has managed to free his arm - good work.
Backlund tries to roll over but Schmeck keeps him under control.
Backlund regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck postures up.
Schmeck pushing down on Backlund's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Schmeck wants to control but Backlund is keeping him busy.
Schmeck is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Schmeck is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Backlund trying to control but Schmeck postures up.
Backlund has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Schmeck. Oh but Backlund has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Schmeck goes limp - he's gone! Backlund jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund 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:
SPI - 4
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Backlund tries a low kick but Banner avoids it.
Backlund is looking to slow Banner down with leg kicks.
Backlund throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Banner counters with a nice double leg into side control. Backlund won't be happy with that.
We've been hearing good reports from Backlund's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Backlund manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Backlund trying to mount his opponent but Banner defends it. #SUB#
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but Banner is defending well.
Backlund wants to pass to mount but Banner is defending the position. #SUB#
Backlund is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Banner defends it well. #T1#
Backlund trying to pass the guard but Banner defending well. #SUB#
Backlund is working for a kimura but Banner is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Backlund is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Banner has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Backlund is looking for a kimura but Banner is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Backlund to get the leverage. #SUB#
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but Banner is defending well.
Banner slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Backlund stands and throws Banner's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Banner is looking to regain half guard here but Backlund keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Backlund is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Banner knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Banner manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Backlund gets back to full guard.
My spies in Animal House inform me that Banner has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Backlund is trying to hold Banner in close to prevent damage but Banner has managed to pass into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Banner is thwarting Backlund's attempts to control the position.
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 Bob Backlund will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A clash of legs there as Banner blocks the low kick.
Banner stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Backlund.
Backlund throws a leg kick but Banner sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Banner tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Backlund 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 Banner has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Banner and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Banner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Banner circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banner lunges at Backlund with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Backlund's hand.
Backlund throws a body kick that misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Banner, as that shot connected.
#T1#
Backlund takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Backlund, right into the meat.
Banner with a hook.
Banner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Banner's jab looks to have found its range, popping Backlund under the eye.#TD2#
Banner closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Backlund did well to prevent Banner getting side control.
Backlund makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Backlund.
Backlund is trying to hold Banner in close to prevent damage but Banner has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Banner is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
Backlund is trying to maintain the position but Banner is very close to passing his half guard.
Banner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Banner is keen to just control but Backlund is a slippery customer.#T3#
Backlund is holding on to half guard well.
Banner trying to control the action but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund regains full guard. Nicely done.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Banner. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#SUB#
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Banner defends it easily.
Banner postures up and lands a big shot to Backlund's brow.
Banner advances position into side control!
Bruce Banner has got the better of the ground game so far.
Backlund struggling a bit here.#T4#
The strikes coming from Banner are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Backlund struggling a bit here.
Backlund is not content to let Banner control the position.
You can see the frustration on Backlund's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Backlund is looking to regain half guard here but Banner keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Backlund is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bruce Banner showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Backlund's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Banner misses with a hook.#TD2#
Banner feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Banner wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Banner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
Backlund is trying to keep Banner in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banner looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Backlund is on top in guard.
#REVR##T1#
Backlund pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Banner is keeping the position for now.
Banner tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Backlund works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Backlund works his way into side control.
Banner tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Backlund tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Backlund moves into full mount!
Backlund seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Banner is holding on tight.
#SUB#
Backlund looking for a guillotine from mount but Banner is having none of it.
Banner is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3#
Banner has given up his back. Will we see Backlund going for some submissions?
#SUB#
Banner preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Backlund.
Backlund is trying to stick to Banner's back but Banner is turning into Backlund. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Backlund's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Banner.#SUB#
Backlund is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Banner is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Banner stopping the sweep attempt from Backlund.
Backlund controls Banner momentarily but Banner frees himself. #SUB#
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Banner defends it easily.
Backlund trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Banner wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bob Backlund.
I think Backlund 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bob Backlund!
Bob Backlund 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2016 |
#R1#
An inside leg kick from Fernandez misses.
Backlund throws a sloppy head kick and Fernandez moves out of range easily.
Fernandez throws a quick inside leg kick.
Fernandez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Backlund at a distance.
Backlund 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.
Fernandez throws a solid leg kick but Backlund takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Fernandez.
Fernandez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fernandez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Backlund.
Fernandez just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fernandez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Backlund.
Backlund bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Backlund throws a fast counter high kick but Fernandez manages to duck under it in time.
Fernandez misses with a lunging right hand
and Backlund counters with a low kick, right behind Fernandez 's knee.
Backlund lands a high kick!
#T1#
Fernandez throws a leg kick that misses.
Fernandez misses with a hook.
Fernandez throws a low kick but Backlund moves out of range easily.
Backlund throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fernandez looks to land a right hand but Backlund moved out of range.
Fernandez backing away here, and Backlund unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Fernandez misses with a left hand
and Backlund counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Backlund ducks right into an uppercut from Fernandez.
Fernandez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Backlund appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Backlund showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fernandez.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Backlund.
Backlund throws a head kick but Fernandez moves out of range.
#T2#
Fernandez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backlund was well out of range. Poor timing from Fernandez.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fernandez's corner calls for a 1-2. Fernandez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Miguel Fernandez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Fernandez.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fernandez takes a swing at Backlund's ribcage but misses.
Backlund only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses.
Backlund checks a leg kick nicely.
Backlund with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fernandez throws a jab when Backlund was well out of range.#TD#
Fernandez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Fernandez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund wants to control but Fernandez postures up.
Backlund is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Backlund wants to control but Fernandez postures up.
Backlund regains half guard.
Fernandez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Fernandez winds up and cracks Backlund with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Backlund trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Fernandez is controlling well.
Fernandez is looking to stall here but Backlund recovers full guard.
Backlund is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Fernandez throws a big right hand that misses.
Fernandez trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backlund managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Backlund has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Fernandez should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Backlund has tightened it up now! Fernandez should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bob Backlund!
After the fight, Bob Backlund 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.
Miguel Fernandez spoke after the fight, saying 'Hey guys, that's it now. I'm done. It's been a helluva run but it's time to hang up the gloves. Thank you.'.
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Event:
SP ICON: Calm before the Storm
Date: Jul 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Backlund displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Klincko throws out the jab.
Backlund is trying to counter with his kicks.
Klincko fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Backlund checks it well.
Backlund was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Klincko missing with a left hand there. Backlund was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Klincko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Backlund.
Backlund moves out of range of the body kick from Klincko.
Backlund is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Klincko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Despite the aggression on Backlund's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Klincko misses with a series of wild punches.
Backlund was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Klincko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Backlund.
Backlund misses with a takedown attempt - Klincko sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Klincko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A clash of legs there as Klincko blocks the low kick.
Klincko getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Backlund throws a front kick aimed at Klincko's knee but Klincko avoids it well.
Backlund is looking to chop away at Klincko's legs.
Klincko appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Klincko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Backlund was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Backlund gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Klincko feints a jab promting Backlund to slip. Klincko then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Backlund slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Backlund lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Backlund avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Backlund is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Klincko looks to score with a jab to the body but Backlund is just out of range.
Backlund takes a jab right on the kisser.
Good exchange - Klincko coming out on top.
Klincko misses with an uppercut. Backlund saw that one coming.
Backlund takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Backlund enables Klincko to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Backlund manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ROC#
Backlund is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Klincko lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Backlund is still in real trouble! Can Klincko finish him?
Klincko arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Backlund's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dave Klincko!
After the big win, Dave Klincko made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Spartan Nutrition 160Q with Proof and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
SP-ICON:Kingdom Come
Date: May 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Riggs scores with a leg kick.
Riggs looks to throw the jab but Backlund is out of range.
Backlund slips under a jab from Riggs.
Backlund fires out a quick counter leg kick but Riggs just manages to avoid it.
Riggs looks to score with a jab to the body but Backlund is just out of range.
Backlund 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.
Riggs lands an overhand right.
Riggs scores with a hook.
Riggs's coach down at THC playhouse was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Riggs's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Good leg kick by Riggs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Riggs fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Backlund.
Riggs looks to score with a jab to the body but Backlund is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Backlund scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Riggs keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Backlund is looking for a kimura here.
#T1#
Riggs is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Riggs is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
Riggs is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Backlund wants to work for an arm triangle but Riggs is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Riggs is trying to maintain the position but Backlund is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Backlund is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riggs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Backlund. #T3##SUB#
Backlund seems to be looking for submissions.
Riggs gets full guard.
Backlund will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Backlund advances to half guard. #SUB#
Backlund is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riggs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Backlund. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Riggs holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Riggs is trying to get back to full guard.
Backlund moves into full mount! Riggs won't be happy about that!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Riggs tries to lock up and control but Backlund gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
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 Bob Backlund 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.
#R2#
Backlund shoots in for a double leg but Riggs sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Backlund has a takedown stuffed.
Backlund throws a leg kick but Riggs checks it.
Riggs connects with a good right hand that stumbles Backlund. Backlund circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT2#
It looks like Bob Backlund has been cut.
Bob Backlund is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Backlund blocks a low kick nicely.
It appears Backlund was looking to counter with a kick there.
Riggs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As Riggs looks to move away, Backlund throws a big counter combo but Riggs just gets out of the way.#KD2#
Riggs lands a big right hand that sends Backlund crashing to the mat! Riggs stays standing though and waves Backlund back to his feet!#ROC2#
Backlund is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Backlund switches off momentarily and Riggs cracks him with a monster right hand! Backlund topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Riggs dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Riggs!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hendo Riggs!
After winning the bout, Hendo Riggs thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
SP-ICON: Ohchooto V.S Unkown 3
Date: Apr 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Sosa takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Backlund walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sosa checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sosa tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Backlund 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.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backlund.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sosa checks a leg kick.
Backlund connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sosa takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund misses with a low kick.
And Sosa tries to counter it with a takedown but Backlund pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sosa avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sosa with the counter takedown but Backlund avoids it easily.#T1#
Backlund throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sosa moves out of range of the leg kick from Backlund.
And Sosa tries to counter it with a takedown but Backlund pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sosa checks a leg kick nicely.
Sosa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sosa checks a leg kick.
Backlund throws a quick inside leg kick. #TD#
Backlund fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sosa to the ground. Backlund is now in Sosa's guard.
Backlund tries to free his leg and advance position but Sosa is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB#
Backlund drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sosa dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Sosa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Backlund bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sosa's guard. #REVR##T3#
Sosa is pulling down on Backlund's head. It's preventing any offense from Backlund, at least for the moment.
Backlund passes Sosa's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Backlund is looking for a kimura but Sosa is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Backlund to get the leverage.
Sosa moves into full guard.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sosa keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Sosa looking to control.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sosa seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bob Backlund dominated that round.
That's time! Backlund's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Backlund looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Backlund defends it well.
Backlund misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Sosa decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Backlund's guard.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Sosa is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund has his hands on Sosa's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Sosa stopping the sweep attempt from Backlund.
Backlund seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sosa preventing the sweep.
Sosa is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Backlund looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Sosa has picked Backlund up and slammed him! Backlund can't keep hold of the triangle and Sosa manages to pass to side control!
Backlund is letting Sosa control him for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Backlund regains half guard.
Sosa content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Backlund actively working from the bottom here.
Sosa is thwarting Backlund's attempts to control the position.
Backlund is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sosa can do to turn this around?
Backlund wants to sweep but Sosa has passed to side control!
Backlund can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund is trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sosa blocks a leg kick.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Backlund throws out a leg kick but Sosa moves out of range and Backlund only half commits.
Sosa moves out of range of the body kick.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bob Backlund seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Backlund throws a leg kick but Sosa checks it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Backlund throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Backlund misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Sosa counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Backlund!
Backlund tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Backlund trying his best to control but Sosa has mounted him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund wants to hold on but Sosa pushes him away.
Sosa controlling from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nir Sosa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Backlund motions for Sosa to come forward. Backlund throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sosa tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A bone on bone clash there as Sosa blocks the leg kick.
Backlund tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Backlund tries to work over Sosa's front leg with a kick but Sosa checks it.
Sosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Backlund defends it well.
Good work by Sosa as he checks the leg kick.
Sosa with the counter takedown but Backlund avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sosa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Backlund tried to score with a low kick but Sosa checks it.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Sosa stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sosa wants it to stay on the feet.
And Sosa tries to counter it with a takedown but Backlund pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sosa checks a low kick from Backlund.
Sosa feints the counter takedown.
Sosa checks a low kick from Backlund.
Sosa with the counter takedown but Backlund avoids it easily.
Sosa checks the leg kick nicely there.
Backlund is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sosa sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sosa feints the counter takedown.
Backlund connects with a high kick. #T2##CL#
Backlund forces Sosa back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Sosa pulls Backlund into guard.
Sosa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sosa keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass. #T3#
Backlund is working hard here to advance position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Backlund works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sosa keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Sosa has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backlund is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Backlund pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sosa is out of range and Backlund settles back down.
Backlund misses with a low kick.
Sosa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Backlund misses with a low kick.
#TD#
Backlund shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sosa manages to get to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Backlund showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Backlund 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bob Backlund!
After the fight, Bob Backlund 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:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Niten Dōraku and Bob Backlund. Chooooooooon! I think Dōraku might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Ides Of Light - Jucifer. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Niten Dōraku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Aleksei Zolotukhin, Dmitry Maklakov and Ivan Kurochkin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Backlund closes the distance and clinches up with Dōraku, looking for a takedown. Backlund pushes Dōraku against the cage but Dōraku circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dōraku takes the fight into the clinch.
Dōraku is trying to trip Backlund. He has hold of a leg but Backlund is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Dōraku persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dōraku (2) vs (0) Backlund
Dōraku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dōraku sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Backlund's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dōraku is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Backlund! Score +3 for passing guard: Dōraku (5) vs (0) Backlund
Backlund is trying to escape the mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dōraku fails to take his opponent's back.
Backlund tries to hold on but Dōraku postures up.
Dōraku takes Backlund's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Backlund is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Dōraku (8) vs (0) Backlund
Dōraku controlling well, preventing Backlund from escaping the position.
Dōraku is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Dōraku has the hooks in. Backlund is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund breaks Dōraku's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dōraku (8) vs (2) Backlund
Dōraku keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Dōraku seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dōraku controlling the position.
Backlund passes into half guard.
Backlund is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Dōraku as he works his way to full guard.
Dōraku is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dōraku looking for a sweep. Not yet Dōraku, not yet.
Backlund looking to pass the guard.
Backlund keeps trying to improve his position.
Backlund is looking to advance position but Dōraku has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dōraku (12) vs (2) Backlund
Dōraku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dōraku (15) vs (2) Backlund
Dōraku doesn't have the hooks in and Backlund manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dōraku (15) vs (4) Backlund
Dōraku controls Backlund momentarily but Backlund frees himself.
Dōraku looking for a sweep. Not yet Dōraku, not yet.
Dōraku pulls Backlund in close to his closed guard and prevents Backlund from doing any damage or advancing position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dōraku keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
Dōraku wants to control the position but Backlund says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Dōraku wants to improve his position but Backlund is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund is looking to advance position but Dōraku won't allow it.
Dōraku wants to get back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dōraku is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
Backlund is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dōraku is just riding it out for now. Backlund eventually gives up the hold.
Dōraku gets back to full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dōraku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dōraku (17) vs (4) Backlund
Backlund is trying to control the position but Dōraku postures up.
Backlund keeping full guard, as Dōraku tries to pass.
Dōraku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Backlund had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dōraku defends it easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund working for a triangle but Dōraku defends it easily.
Dōraku wants to control from the top but Backlund keeps moving.
Dōraku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dōraku trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dōraku is pushing down on Backlund's leg trying to pass to half guard. Backlund is fighting to maintain full guard but Dōraku has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dōraku sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Backlund has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dōraku is working away from the top position though.
Dōraku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Backlund defends it well.
Dōraku wants to pass the guard but Backlund is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Backlund.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund pulls Dōraku in close to prevent any damage.
Dōraku trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund working for a triangle but Dōraku defends it easily.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing Dōraku from controlling successfully.
Dōraku tries to free his leg and advance position but Backlund is retaining full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Backlund holds on and takes a little breather.
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dōraku doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dōraku manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Backlund looking for a guillotine here but Dōraku defends easily.
Dōraku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking for a guillotine here but Dōraku defends easily.
Backlund is looking for a triangle but Dōraku pushes his legs off easily.
Dōraku passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dōraku (20) vs (4) Backlund
Dōraku slows the pace down.
Dōraku goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Backlund rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dōraku's guard! Nice work there by Backlund! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dōraku (20) vs (6) Backlund
Dōraku is adopting a defensive guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund forces his way into half guard.
Backlund is trying to work for a kimura but Dōraku is defending well.
Backlund tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dōraku knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dōraku works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dōraku wants to sweep here but Backlund controlling him for the moment.
Backlund slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dōraku manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dōraku looking to control.
Dōraku manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dōraku (22) vs (6) Backlund
And that's the end of the fight!
Dōraku takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
Niten Dōraku spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 11, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Antonio Jose De Sucre and Bob Backlund. Bob Backlund told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Antonio Jose De Sucre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Ivan Kurochkin, Sergei Dronov and Dmitry Maklakov.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
De Sucre rushes Backlund and presses him up against the cage.
De Sucre wants the takedown. Backlund is fighting it off but De Sucre persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Backlund's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Sucre (2) vs (0) Backlund
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Backlund is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Sucre (2) vs (2) Backlund
De Sucre keeping full guard, as Backlund tries to pass.
De Sucre is trying to control the position but Backlund postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Sucre is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to pass into half guard but De Sucre pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now De Sucre is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Sucre (4) vs (2) Backlund
De Sucre looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but De Sucre is proving a slippery customer.
De Sucre trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Sucre pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Backlund is keeping the position for now.
Backlund is trying to control the position but De Sucre postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Sucre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Backlund pulls De Sucre in close to prevent any damage.
De Sucre stands and throws Backlund's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: De Sucre (7) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund tries to control but De Sucre manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: De Sucre (10) vs (2) Backlund
De Sucre working for the choke.
Backlund trying to control the action but De Sucre just sinks the hooks in.
De Sucre is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Backlund has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Backlund tries to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
De Sucre avoiding Backlund 's attempts to control his hands.
Backlund is really stuck here.
Backlund trying to control the hands but De Sucre breaks the grip.
De Sucre is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
De Sucre has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Backlund has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
De Sucre doesn't have the hooks in and Backlund manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Sucre (10) vs (4) Backlund
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Sucre pulls Backlund in close to prevent any damage.
Backlund drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Backlund jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
De Sucre looking to control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Backlund won't allow De Sucre to sweep him here.
Backlund trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backlund is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
De Sucre managing to control the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to pass the guard but De Sucre is keeping the position.
De Sucre manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Backlund manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Sucre (12) vs (4) Backlund
De Sucre trying to control the position from guard on top but Backlund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Sucre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Sucre pushing down on Backlund's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Backlund is holding on to half guard well.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is refusing to be controlled, as De Sucre sits in half guard.
De Sucre trying to control from Backlund's half guard. Backlund has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Backlund keeping moving, preventing De Sucre from controlling successfully.
Backlund keeping full guard, as De Sucre tries to pass.
De Sucre slips nicely into half guard.
De Sucre is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Backlund sees it coming and defends easily.
De Sucre is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Backlund is just riding it out for now. De Sucre eventually gives up the hold.
Backlund is defending against the submission attempts here by De Sucre.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but De Sucre is controlling well.
De Sucre is looking to advance position but Backlund won't allow it.
De Sucre is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Sucre is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
De Sucre wants to pass the guard but Backlund is defending well.
Backlund is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but De Sucre pulls his head out easily.
De Sucre is looking for a kimura here.
Backlund makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Backlund.
De Sucre trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
De Sucre looking to improve position, pressing down on Backlund's thigh with his hand. Backlund seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is De Sucre paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! De Sucre's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Backlund picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bob Backlund!
A very excited looking Bob Backlund rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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