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Event:
HFC Challengers 92
Date: Apr 16, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Catchmaer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Goodman, pushing him back against the cage.
Catchmaer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Catchmaer is pushing Goodman up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Catchmaer misses with the head strike.
Catchmaer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Catchmaer misses with some punches.
A short left from Catchmaer.
Goodman wants a takedown but no success here.
Catchmaer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Catchmaer throws a head punch that misses.
Goodman can't get the takedown.
Gabryel Catchmaer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catchmaer avoids the elbow strike from Goodman, against the cage.
Goodman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Catchmaer.
Catchmaer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Goodman blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch.
Catchmaer throws an overhand right that lands on Goodman's shoulder, as Goodman tries to avoid the shot.
Goodman throws a wild body kick that Catchmaer sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
Goodman moves into the clinch.#T1#
Goodman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goodman is working for takedown but Catchmaer is calmly controlling the position for now.
A short left from Catchmaer. #BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Catchmaer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Catchmaer throws an overhand right that lands on Goodman's shoulder, as Goodman tries to avoid the shot.
Goodman takes one on the button.
Catchmaer misses with a few strikes there.
Goodman throws a body shot but no joy.
Goodman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Catchmaer is fending him off so far but Goodman persists. Nope, Catchmaer circles away and we're back to standing.
Catchmaer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Catchmaer throws the left hand but Goodman avoids the punch easily.
Goodman throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Goodman.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goodman wants to control but Catchmaer is keeping him busy.
Catchmaer manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Catchmaer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Catchmaer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Catchmaer throwing shots but Goodman is blocking nicely.
Catchmaer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catchmaer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The fighters are battling for position here. Goodman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Goodman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catchmaer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goodman is trying to keep Catchmaer in close.
Goodman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catchmaer is one step ahead there.
Catchmaer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Catchmaer lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Catchmaer won't allow Goodman to sweep him here.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catchmaer distracts Goodman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goodman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catchmaer tries to free his leg and advance position but Goodman is retaining full guard.
Catchmaer postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Goodman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Goodman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catchmaer is one step ahead there.
Catchmaer is fighting to break Goodman's control of his arms but Goodman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Catchmaer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Goodman throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer stays in close to Goodman's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Goodman has his foot on Catchmaer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catchmaer works his way back into a safe position though.
Catchmaer postures up.
#SUB2#
Goodman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Catchmaer postures up in Goodman's guard and throws a big left but Goodman blocks it.
Goodman is trying to control the position but Catchmaer postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Catchmaer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabryel Catchmaer dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Goodman defending well as Catchmaer loads up on a big left hand.
Goodman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Catchmaer defends well and Goodman ends up having to push Catchmaer into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Catchmaer moves out of range of the body kick.#TD2#
Goodman feints and as Catchmaer raises his hands in defense, Goodman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Goodman trying to control but Catchmaer is working from the bottom.
Goodman has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Catchmaer is proving hard to escape from.
Goodman advances position into side control!
Goodman working away.
Catchmaer is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Goodman is looking to take a break and control but Catchmaer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catchmaer is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Goodman cracks Catchmaer with a big elbow.
Goodman prevents Catchmaer from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Catchmaer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catchmaer is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Goodman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Catchmaer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SU2#
Goodman stands up and we're back to a striking position.
A jab from Catchmaer finds it's way through Goodman's defenses.
Goodman scores with a head kick.
John Goodman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Catchmaer throws a looping overhand right but Goodman ducks down to avoid it.
Goodman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Goodman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Catchmaer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Catchmaer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goodman doesn't seem bothered though.
Catchmaer lands a body shot.
#T2#
Goodman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Goodman looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Catchmaer manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Goodman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Catchmaer swings wildly with an uppercut but Goodman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catchmaer throws a head punch that misses.
Goodman misses with the head strike.
Catchmaer scores with a shoulder strike.
Catchmaer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Catchmaer creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Goodman has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Catchmaer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gabryel Catchmaer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Catchmaer misses with some punches.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Catchmaer is defending well for now.
Gabryel Catchmaer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Goodman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Catchmaer avoids it.#T3#
Catchmaer pushes off an throws an elbow but Goodman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Catchmaer throws a punch but it's blocked by Goodman.
Catchmaer gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
Catchmaer throws an elbow but it misses.
#BC#
Catchmaer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goodman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Catchmaer's waist but Catchmaer gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Goodman off to one side.
Catchmaer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Catchmaer as Goodman shoots in.#CL2#
Goodman drives through and clinches with Catchmaer against the cage.
#BC2#
Goodman manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Catchmaer.
Catchmaer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goodman ducks under a wild hook from Catchmaer.
Catchmaer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Goodman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Catchmaer misses with a looping left.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown but Catchmaer manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Goodman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Goodman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Goodman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catchmaer finds it's way round the side to connect with Goodman's head.
Catchmaer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goodman moves in looking to clinch but Catchmaer pushes him off.
Goodman lands with a straight right. Catchmaer didn't see that one coming.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Catchmaer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Goodman is breathing heavily.
Catchmaer jabs at Goodman's body.
Goodman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Catchmaer looks to land a right hand but Goodman moved out of range.#CL#
Catchmaer rushes Goodman and presses him up against the cage.
Goodman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Catchmaer is working Goodman over against the cage.
Catchmaer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short uppercut from Catchmaer.
A short body shot lands from Catchmaer as the two fighters clinch.
Goodman is trying to force a seperation but Catchmaer has the dominant position.
Goodman wants to get back to striking at distance but Catchmaer won't allow it.
Goodman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Catchmaer looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Catchmaer gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabryel Catchmaer dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Catchmaer throws a nice looking combination but Goodman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Goodman looking to score a takedown here. Catchmaer is defending well but Goodman drives through and ends up in Catchmaer's guard.
Goodman won't allow Catchmaer to sweep him here.
Catchmaer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goodman can do to turn this around?
Catchmaer working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Goodman.
Catchmaer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Catchmaer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goodman is keeping the position for now.
Catchmaer wants to control from the top but Goodman keeps moving.
Catchmaer working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman is trying to control the position but Catchmaer postures up.
Goodman 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#
Catchmaer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Catchmaer trying to hold on to Goodman's head to control him but Goodman postures up.
Catchmaer wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Goodman 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.
#SU2#
Goodman escapes and gets back to his feet.
Catchmaer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goodman tries for a takedown but Catchmaer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Goodman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catchmaer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Catchmaer gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T2#
Goodman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Goodman scoring with some ground and pound.
Goodman prevents Catchmaer from getting back to his feet.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Catchmaer keeps moving. #SUB2#
Goodman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Catchmaer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Goodman has Catchmaer in his guard.#REVR#
Catchmaer is working Goodman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Catchmaer scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Catchmaer thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Goodman will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#T3#
Goodman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catchmaer is stalling in the full guard.
Goodman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer wants to pass the guard but Goodman is keeping the position.
Goodman is looking to sweep but instead, Catchmaer has passed into half guard.
Goodman is trying to stand.
Goodman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catchmaer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catchmaer's back!
Catchmaer tries to break free.
#T4##SUB2#
Goodman is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Goodman loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Catchmaer hold on?
Catchmaer trying to control the hands but Goodman won't let him.
Gabryel Catchmaer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Goodman looking for the RNC.
Catchmaer covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Goodman trying to control momentarily.
Catchmaer is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Catchmaer is really stuck here.
Goodman just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
John Goodman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
John Goodman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Goodman is not going to allow Catchmaer to sit and survive in this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to John Goodman.
I think Catchmaer 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabryel Catchmaer!
During a confident post fight interview, Gabryel Catchmaer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
HFC 304 Fame vs Wade II
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Dollar is looking to clinch but Goodman is avoiding it.
Dollar tries to close the distance and clinch but Goodman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Dollar forces Goodman back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Dollar gets control of Goodman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dollar will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Goodman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Goodman with a nice head shot there.
Goodman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dollar is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Dollar looking to control.
Goodman won't allow Dollar to sweep him here.
Goodman postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman connects with a couple of short punches.
Dollar can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Goodman controls the pace.
Goodman wants to get up but he can't break Dollar's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Dollar is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Goodman won't allow Dollar to get back to his feet. #T1#
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Dollar throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dollar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Dollar keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dollar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Goodman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Goodman shoots in but Dollar avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Goodman pushes Dollar up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Goodman closes the distance and clinches up with Dollar, looking for a takedown. Goodman pushes Dollar against the cage but Dollar circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dollar changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dollar tries to clinch up.
A leg kick checked by Dollar.
Dollar attempts a counter takedown but Goodman avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Goodman gets tackled into the cage by Dollar. Dollar maintains the clinch. #T2#
Goodman blocks the elbow strike.
Dollar throws an elbow that misses.
#BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dollar fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Dollar missing with knees to the body.
I was talking to Dollar's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Goodman dodges an elbow strike from Dollar.
Goodman is trying to drag Dollar to the mat but Dollar just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Dollar looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Goodman goes for a takedown attempt but Dollar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dollar moves in looking to clinch but Goodman pushes him off.
A nice leg kick lands there from Goodman. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Goodman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Goodman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dollar.
#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Goodman misses with a double jab.
Dollar swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dollar has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Goodman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dollar's waist but Dollar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Goodman off to one side.
Goodman tries to bum rush Dollar with a series of wild strikes but Dollar uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dollar is looking to clinch. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Dollar lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Goodman darts in and clinches Dollar up against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Dollar. #BC2#
Goodman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Dollar closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Goodman's guard.
Goodman wants to get back to his feet but Dollar passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Dollar passes into side control, despite Goodman's attempt to control the position.
#T4#
Goodman can't do much from the bottom here.
Dollar gets to mount! Goodman was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Dollar controlling from the full mount.
Goodman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dollar landing strikes, looking to finish!
Dollar trying to control but Goodman is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
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 Diamond Dollar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Goodman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Goodman tries a head kick but it misses.
Dollar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Goodman looks to move away, Dollar throws a big counter combo but Goodman just gets out of the way.#CL#
Dollar closes the distance and pushes Goodman back into the cage.
Goodman avoids a wild elbow strike from Dollar.
Dollar pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dollar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Dollar misses with an elbow over the top.
Dollar throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dollar has Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman takes an elbow to the temple.
Diamond Dollar has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dollar lands an elbow inside.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman blocks the elbow strike.
Dollar lands a damaging elbow. #BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
#T1#
Dollar shoots in but Goodman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goodman feints and then cracks Dollar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dollar down. #TD2#
Goodman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dollar is controlling Goodman's posture.
Dollar tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU2#
Goodman stands up and waves to Dollar to follow him. #CL2#
Goodman clinches up with Dollar and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Dollar darts in looking for a takedown but Goodman gets double underhooks and turns Dollar into the cage.
Dollar tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goodman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dollar dives in and grabs Goodman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goodman pushes down on Dollar's head and hops out.
Dollar misses with a looping left.#T2#
Goodman darts in looking for a takedown but Dollar gets double underhooks and turns Goodman into the cage. #CL2#
Goodman moves into range and clinches up with Dollar.
Goodman blocks an elbow strike from Dollar.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dollar is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Goodman is defending well for now.#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Dollar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Goodman is trying to control. Dollar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Well, if Goodman 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.
Goodman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Goodman is thwarting Dollar's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Goodman is trying to work for a kimura but Dollar is defending well.
Dollar is doing well to control the position and prevent Goodman from advancing to side control.
Well, if Goodman 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.
Dollar is looking to control Goodman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dollar avoid being mounted?
Goodman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dollar wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Goodman trying to control from Dollar's half guard. Dollar has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dollar is trying to control the position but Goodman postures up.
Dollar wants to sweep here but Goodman controlling him for the moment.
Goodman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goodman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dollar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dollar stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dollar wants it to stay on the feet.
Dollar tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Goodman defends well and Dollar ends up having to push Goodman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Goodman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on John Goodman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dollar as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Goodman rushes Dollar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Goodman looking for a takedown.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.#BC2#
Goodman manages to break the clinch.
John Goodman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown. Dollar tries to sprawl out of it but Goodman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dollar manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dollar connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dollar tries to clinch but Goodman is having none of it.
Dollar tries to clinch up.
Goodman keeps the fight on the outside.
Goodman swats away the attempt to clinch by Dollar.#T1#
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt - Dollar sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Dollar avoids them all with ease.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Dollar shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Goodman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dollar is defending well for now.
Goodman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Goodman goes for a takedown attempt but Dollar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Goodman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Dollar has managed to clinch.
Goodman looking for a takedown.
Dollar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
#TD#
Dollar dives in and scores a takedown into Goodman's guard.#ES2#
Goodman has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Dollar is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman blocks an elbow strike from Dollar.
#T2#
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dollar fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Dollar moves into the clinch.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dollar is defending well for now.
Goodman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dollar lands an elbow inside.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dollar looking to stall.
#BC2#
Goodman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dollar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goodman is defended easily by Dollar.#T3#
A leg kick checked by Dollar.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dollar but Dollar pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Goodman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Dollar gets a clinch. #BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Dollar looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Goodman trying to hold on to Dollar's head to control him but Dollar postures up.
Dollar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dollar is keen to just control but Goodman is a slippery customer.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dollar lands a nice short elbow.
Dollar wants to stand up but Goodman has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T4#
Goodman tries to kick Dollar off but Dollar keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Dollar is working for a kimura but Goodman is defending it quite comfortably.
Dollar is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Diamond Dollar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Goodman is doing well to control the position and prevent Dollar from advancing to side control.
Dollar wants to take a breather but Goodman is having none of it.
Goodman tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dollar has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diamond Dollar showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dollar has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Diamond Dollar!
A victorious Diamond Dollar thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
HFC 300 Shankoli vs Seppo
Date: Feb 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Goodman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Goodman tries to land a front kick but Yiftos steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Yiftos thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Yiftos looks to move away, Goodman throws a big counter combo but Yiftos just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Yiftos gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Yiftos tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goodman's elbow.
Goodman tries to circle away but Yiftos has him pinned against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yiftos throws an elbow but misses.
Yiftos landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Yiftos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Goodman's face.
#CUT2#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.
Yiftos has Goodman pressed against the cage.
Yiftos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Goodman's face.
Yiftos takes a shot to the head.
Goodman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Yiftos prevents it.
#BC#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Goodman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Yiftos back to the cage. Goodman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goodman tries to clinch up but Yiftos circles away and keeps his distance.
Yiftos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yiftos takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Yiftos has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Goodman blocks a head kick by Yiftos.
Yiftos misses with a head kick.
Goodman fails to land the takedown.
Yiftos with the counter takedown but Goodman avoids it easily.#T1#
Goodman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Yiftos paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Goodman has his takedown stuffed
and Yiftos counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Goodman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yiftos avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL2#
Yiftos pushes Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yiftos gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
Yiftos working the clinch nicely. Goodman is working for position but Yiftos cracks him with a big knee to the head! Goodman crumples up against the cage and Yiftos lands two more shots before the ref can save Goodman! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Sisa Yiftos!
Sisa Yiftos made sure to mention his sponsor, King of Fists in his post fight interview.
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Event:
HFC 295 Yiftos vs Viceroy II
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Nielsen tries to sprawl but Goodman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nielsen wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nielsen is pressing down on Goodman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Goodman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Goodman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nielsen is trying to control the position but Goodman postures up.
Goodman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nielsen being controlled here, momentarily.
Nielsen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Goodman is proving a slippery customer.
Nielsen has control of Goodman's left arm, preventing Goodman from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman won't allow Nielsen to sweep him here.
Goodman wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is keeping the position.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Goodman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Nielsen has his foot on Goodman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Goodman works his way back into a safe position though.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Nielsen seems keen to control Goodman's posture.
Goodman 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. #SUB#
Goodman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Nielsen 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.
Nielsen controls Goodman momentarily but Goodman frees himself. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Nielsen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Nielsen working for a triangle but Goodman defends it easily.
#SU2#
Goodman stands and steps away. Nielsen gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nielsen to the mat! Nielsen manages to get full guard.
Goodman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nielsen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Goodman tries to free his leg and advance position but Nielsen is retaining full guard.
Goodman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Goodman throws a big elbow that misses.
Nielsen controls Goodman momentarily but Goodman frees himself. #SUB#
Nielsen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Goodman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Nielsen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Goodman 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.
Nielsen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Nielsen trying to control but Goodman is working from the bottom. #T4#
Nielsen connects with a couple of short punches.
Nielsen connects with a couple of short punches.
Nielsen stops Goodman from standing up.
Nielsen stopping the sweep attempt from Goodman.
Nielsen working some strikes from top position.
Goodman is looking to stand up but Nielsen isn't so interested in that idea.
Nielsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goodman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nielsen's guard. #REVB#
Goodman preventing the sweep.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nielsen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Goodman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Goodman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Goodman closes the distance and pushes Nielsen back into the cage.
Nielsen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Goodman wants to take the fight to the mat but Nielsen manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nielsen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Goodman.
Nielsen throws a punch but it's blocked by Goodman.
Nielsen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nielsen lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Goodman lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Nielsen is working hard here to advance position.
Nielsen is not content to let Goodman control the position.
Goodman wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is defending well. #T1#
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Goodman sitting and controlling from the half guard.
John Goodman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Goodman wants to take a breather but Nielsen is having none of it.
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Goodman in particular looking to stall.
Goodman tries to pass to full mount but Nielsen defends it. #SUB2#
Goodman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nielsen is pressing down on Goodman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Goodman works over Nielsen with some ground and pound from guard.
Nielsen working a defensive guard here.
Nielsen pulls Goodman in close to his closed guard and prevents Goodman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman preventing the sweep.
Goodman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nielsen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nielsen controlling the position.
Goodman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Nielsen misses with a series of wild punches.
Nielsen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Goodman.
Nielsen tries to clinch but Goodman moves out of range.
Goodman staying out of range there.
Goodman slips a jab from Nielsen.#CL#
Nielsen clinches with his opponent.
A head punch on the inside from Nielsen fails to land.
Goodman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goodman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nielsen has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Sven Kristian Nielsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Nielsen tries to throw a body punch but Goodman avoids it by throwing Nielsen back against the cage.
Nielsen lands a hook that snaps the head of Goodman backwards.
Goodman has Nielsen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Nielsen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Goodman comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#
It looks like Sven Kristian Nielsen has been cut.
Nielsen stalling in the clinch but Goodman improves position.
Goodman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nielsen prevents it.
Nielsen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goodmans head. #T4##TD#
Nielsen wants the takedown. Goodman is fighting it off but Nielsen persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Goodman's guard against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goodman keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Goodman seems keen to control Nielsen's posture.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Goodman is trying to keep Nielsen in close.
Goodman keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Goodman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sven Kristian Nielsen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sven Kristian Nielsen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Goodman tries to clinch up.
Nielsen loads up on a big right hand but Goodman slips the punch.
Goodman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD2#
Goodman gets the takedown into side control.
Nielsen tries to improve position but can't.
Goodman wants to control for a moment but Nielsen uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB2#
Goodman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Goodman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nielsen sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen is trying to get back to full guard.
Goodman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nielsen wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Goodman wants to pass to mount but Nielsen is defending the position. #SUB2#
Goodman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nielsen has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Goodman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nielsen sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Goodman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nielsen defends it well.
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Nielsen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Nielsen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goodman defends well.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom.
Nielsen trying to control the position.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Goodman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nielsen sprawls well initially but Goodman persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T3#
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.
Goodman is pushing down on Nielsen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nielsen is fighting to maintain full guard but Goodman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nielsen trying to control here.
Nielsen tries to roll over but Goodman keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nielsen is looking to control Goodman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nielsen avoid being mounted?
Nielsen tries to roll over but Goodman keeps him under control.
Goodman is trying to control the action in half guard but Nielsen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nielsen manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4##SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Goodman is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nielsen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Nielsen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goodman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Goodman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Goodman has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Goodman!
Our winner, John Goodman, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 09, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Goodman pushes Larry up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman misses with a punch to the body.
Larry prevents the takedown attempt.
Larry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Goodman has him pressed against the cage.
Goodman misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Goodman is trying to trip Larry. He has hold of a leg but Larry is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Goodman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Larry pushes Goodman off and scrambles back to his feet.
#CL2#
Goodman has managed to clinch.
Larry wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goodman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goodman is looking to clinch but Larry is avoiding it.
Goodman fails with a takedown attempt.#KD#
Larry lands a big head kick that sends Goodman tumbling to the mat! Larry takes a step backwards and waves Goodman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.
Goodman tries to clinch up.
Larry darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1##CL2#
Goodman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Larry escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Larry lands with a straight right. Goodman didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Goodman is rocked!
Goodman tries to clinch but Larry moves away
and Larry counters with a right hand from hell and Goodman is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ashy Larry!
Ashy Larry really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Instinct [out of stock until Feb 03 2016] logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 25, 2016 |
#R1#
Goodman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fertus counters with a straight right hand.
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goodman throws a sloppy head kick and Fertus moves out of range easily.
Goodman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goodman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fertus as he jumps to the side.
Fertus takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#TD2#
Goodman looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Fertus has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Goodman is on him like a limpet, forcing Fertus back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goodman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fertus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Mike Fertus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman is working for takedown but Fertus is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goodman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Goodman fails with the takedown
and Fertus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goodman throws a head kick that Fertus semi-blocks.
#T1#
Goodman 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.
Fertus avoids the head kick by Goodman.
Goodman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Fertus is fending him off so far but Goodman persists. Nope, Fertus circles away and we're back to standing.
Goodman misses with a body kick.
Goodman slips under a jab from Fertus.#TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Fertus to the mat! Fertus manages to get full guard. #ES#
Fertus scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Mike Fertus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goodman shoots in for a double leg but Fertus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fertus jabs at Goodman's body.
Goodman looks winded!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fertus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fertus wants it to stay on the feet.
Goodman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fertus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fertus swats away the attempt to clinch by Goodman.
Goodman dives in and grabs Fertus's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fertus pushes down on Goodman's head and hops out.#T2#
Fertus misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Goodman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Fertus manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#CL2#
Goodman clinches up with Fertus and pushes him back against the cage.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fertus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A slow jab from Fertus misses its intended target.
Goodman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Goodman.
Goodman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fertus misses with a straight left.
Fertus swinging wildly here.
Goodman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Goodman throws a nice looking combination but Fertus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Goodman lands in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Fertus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fertus trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Goodman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fertus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Goodman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Goodman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Fertus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Goodman trying to control but Fertus is working from the bottom.
Fertus wants to stand and escape but Goodman is having none of it.
Goodman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goodman misses with a two punch combination.
Fertus throws a hook to the side of Goodman's head but Goodman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goodman shoots and misses
letting Fertus counter with a right hand. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Goodman.#TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Goodman has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Fertus works to full guard.
Goodman wants to get up but he can't break Fertus's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman wants to stand but Fertus has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Fertus is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Fertus looking for a guillotine here but Goodman defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Fertus dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Goodman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Goodman stops Fertus from getting back to his feet.
Goodman passes to full mount!
Goodman lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Goodman throwing strikes but Fertus uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Goodman stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Goodman connects with a nice short shot to Fertus's temple. #ES#
Fertus kicks Goodman off and gets back to his feet.
Fertus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fertus keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Goodman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fertus, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Goodman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Fertus bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman moves in looking to clinch but Fertus pushes him off.
Fertus closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goodman connects with a crisp jab.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Fertus shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Goodman has Fertus up against the cage in a clinch.
Fertus prevents a takedown attempt there.
Goodman lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T2##TD2#
Goodman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Fertus regains guard immediately. #SU2#
Goodman decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Fertus, up you get!
Goodman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fertus swivels and escapes.
Mike Fertus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman is breathing heavily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goodman is defended easily by Fertus.
An attempted straight right counter from Fertus misses the target.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Fertus avoids them all with ease.
Goodman blocks a jab.
Goodman wants to clinch but Fertus slips to the side
and Fertus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goodman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fertus sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Goodman somewhat.
Mike Fertus is winning the standup battle so far.
Fertus throws a monster overhand right that drops Goodman! Fertus follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Fertus!
Mike Fertus 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 21, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
KarelinPalmeiras makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#TD2#
Goodman bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
KarelinPalmeiras can't do much from the bottom here.
KarelinPalmeiras tries to improve position but can't.
KarelinPalmeiras is working hard here to advance position.
KarelinPalmeiras 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.
Goodman landing strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goodman working away.#SU2#
Goodman stands up and we're back to a striking position. #KD2#
Goodman sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks KarelinPalmeiras to the ground! Goodman dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC2#
KarelinPalmeiras is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like AleksandrMessi KarelinPalmeiras has been cut.
Goodman content just to control the position here.
Oh KarelinPalmeiras is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goodman loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have KarelinPalmeiras scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Goodman land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Goodman stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Goodman!
During a confident post fight interview, John Goodman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DUEL#4 Parker vs Bentner
Date: Jul 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Martinez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Martinez.
Goodman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT2#
It looks like Leonard Martinez has been cut.
Goodman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Martinez defends well and Goodman ends up having to push Martinez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Martinez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD#
Martinez dives in and scores a takedown into Goodman's guard.#ES2#
Goodman kicks Martinez off and gets to his feet.
Left hook, right uppercut from Martinez.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goodman fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Goodman darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Martinez is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Goodman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Martinez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Martinez tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg. #T1#
Goodman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martinez keeps working.
Goodman wants to pass the guard but Martinez is defending well.
Martinez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Goodman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Martinez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Martinez has hold of Goodman's hands but Goodman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Martinez tries to roll over but Goodman keeps him under control.
Goodman is controlling the pace.
Goodman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martinez keeps working.
Martinez tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Goodman tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #T2#
Martinez wants to improve his position but Goodman is controlling well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Martinez is working hard here to advance position.
Goodman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Martinez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Martinez is looking for a sweep. Goodman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Martinez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Goodman stopping the sweep attempt from Martinez.
Goodman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Martinez is keeping the position for now.
Martinez tries to strike from the bottom.
Goodman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Martinez has his foot on Goodman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Goodman works his way back into a safe position though.
Goodman won't allow Martinez to sweep him here.
Martinez keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully.
Goodman stands and throws Martinez's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Goodman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martinez keeps working.
Martinez is trying to improve his position.
Martinez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Martinez is trying to control but can't.
Martinez tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Well, if Goodman 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.
Martinez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Goodman trying to control the action but Martinez is working from the bottom.
Goodman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Goodman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Martinez wants to get back to full guard.#T4##SU2#
Goodman decides to stand up.
Martinez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Martinez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Martinez.
Martinez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Goodman. Goodman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Goodman swats away the attempt to clinch by Martinez.#TD#
Martinez looking to score a takedown here. Goodman is defending well but Martinez drives through and ends up in Goodman's guard.#ES2#
Goodman has his feet on Martinez's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Martinez throws a sloppy head kick and Goodman moves out of range easily.
Martinez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it.
Goodman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Martinez defends it nicely.
Goodman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Martinez avoids it really well and circles away.
Leonard Martinez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.#CL2#
Goodman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Martinez, pushing him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Goodman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Leonard Martinez's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Goodman changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Martinez looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Martinez manages to get back to half guard.
Martinez is looking for a sweep. Goodman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Martinez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goodman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goodman's back!
Goodman is trapped and Martinez is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Martinez tries to get the hooks in deep but Goodman pushed the leg off.
I really don't envy Goodman right now.
Martinez not allowing Goodman to control his hands.
Goodman turns into Martinez and is now in his guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Martinez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
John Goodman has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES#
Martinez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Goodman presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Martinez working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Goodman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Martinez backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Martinez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goodman tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Martinez stops a takedown attempt from Goodman.
#T1##TD#
Goodman is fighting off a takedown attempt but Martinez is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Goodman to the mat. Goodman regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Goodman is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Goodman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Martinez pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Leonard Martinez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Martinez tries a knee to the head but Goodman blocks it.
#TD2#
Goodman lands a takedown into guard.
Martinez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Martinez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Martinez is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Martinez wants to control from the top but Goodman keeps moving.
Martinez won't allow Goodman to sweep him here. #T2#
Martinez landing with the ground and pound.
Goodman 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.
Goodman pulls Martinez in close to prevent any damage.
Martinez postures up and lands a big shot to Goodman's brow.
Martinez wants to pass the guard but Goodman is keeping the position.
Martinez is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Martinez lands a couple of elbows.
Goodman 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Goodman holds on and takes a little breather.
Martinez works over Goodman with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Martinez postures up in Goodman's guard and throws a big left but Goodman blocks it.
Martinez working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Goodman 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.
Martinez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Goodman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Goodman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Goodman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Martinez with a nice head shot there.
Goodman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Martinez is pushing down on Goodman's leg trying to pass to half guard. Goodman is fighting to maintain full guard but Martinez has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goodman gets back to full guard.
Martinez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4#
Goodman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Martinez has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Goodman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Martinez trying to control but Goodman is working from the bottom.
Goodman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Martinez works over Goodman with some ground and pound from guard.
Martinez throws a big right hand that misses.
Martinez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Martinez throws a big elbow that misses.
Martinez passes Goodman's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Martinez trying to control the action but Goodman is working from the bottom.
Goodman is trying to get back to full guard.
Goodman taking some punishment here, with Martinez in his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leonard Martinez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Leonard Martinez's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Martinez pushes Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Martinez dodges an elbow strike from Goodman.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Martinez here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Martinez tries for a takedown. No joy.
Goodman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Martinez after a bit of a struggle.
Martinez stops a takedown attempt from Goodman.
Martinez wants to take the fight to the mat but Goodman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Martinez lands with a light punch inside.
Martinez tries to work over Goodman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Goodman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Martinez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Leonard Martinez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Martinez blocking some punches.
Martinez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Martinez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goodman misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch.
Martinez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Goodman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Martinez is looking to clinch.
Martinez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Goodman.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Martinez leaves Goodman with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Goodman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Martinez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Goodman tries to clinch up but Martinez circles away and keeps his distance.
Martinez swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Goodman shoots in and gets a takedown into Martinez's guard.
Goodman stopping the sweep attempt from Martinez.
Goodman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Goodman working some strikes from top position.
Martinez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Goodman's guard. #REVR#
Martinez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Goodman looking for a sweep. Not yet Goodman, not yet. #SUB2#
Goodman looking for a guillotine here but Martinez defends easily.
Goodman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Martinez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goodman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Goodman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Martinez is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Martinez wants to control from the top but Goodman keeps moving.
Martinez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goodman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Martinez trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Martinez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Martinez postures up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Martinez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Goodman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Martinez has managed to get both his arms back between Goodman's legs - danger averted.
Goodman keeping full guard, as Martinez tries to pass. #SUB2#
Goodman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Martinez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Martinez passes Goodman's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Martinez missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Goodman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Goodman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Martinez preventing the sweep.
Martinez wants to control from the top but Goodman keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Martinez's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Martinez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goodman is keeping the position for now.
Goodman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Goodman has control of Martinez's left arm, preventing Martinez from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Goodman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Martinez defends well.#SUB2#
Goodman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Martinez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Goodman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Goodman controls Martinez momentarily but Martinez frees himself.
Martinez trying to control but Goodman is working from the bottom.
Martinez is pushing down on Goodman's leg trying to pass to half guard. Goodman is fighting to maintain full guard but Martinez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Martinez scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Martinez is trying to control. Goodman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Martinez working over Goodman with some ground and pound. Goodman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Martinez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Martinez prevents Goodman from getting the reversal.
Martinez lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Goodman can't escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leonard Martinez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Martinez 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leonard Martinez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 14, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Goodman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Silva drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#KD2#
Goodman lands a big uppercut and Silva is down! He's in big trouble - Goodman follows him to the mat! #CUT2#
It looks like Rodrigo Silva has been cut.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Goodman in particular looking to stall.
Silva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman winds up and cracks Silva with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Goodman is working for a kimura but Silva is defending it quite comfortably.
Silva wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Silva actively working from the bottom here.
Goodman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Goodman is looking for a kimura here.
Goodman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Goodman not doing much here.
#T1#
Goodman working over Silva with some ground and pound. Silva looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Silva is trying to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Goodman stands up from half guard.
Silva looks to throw the jab but Goodman is out of range. #CL2#
Goodman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've been hearing reports that Silva has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Goodman gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
Silva manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD2#
Goodman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Silva sprawls well initially but Goodman persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Goodman controlling the action here.
Goodman passes the guard and advances to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Goodman is landing with some decent strikes but Silva is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Goodman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SU2#
Goodman is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! #TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Goodman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Silva is rocked!
Goodman lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Silva! More strikes land and this one is all over! Goodman jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Goodman!
John Goodman 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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